Take That, Monkey!

In the feel-good story of the season, golfer Phil Mickelson shot a 31 on the back nine at Augusta National and sank a 20-foot birdie putt on the last hole to win the Masters. Leftie Mickelson had become almost a caricature of himself over the past few seasons, marked by 10 years of exasperatingly close -- but never winning -- finishes in golf's major championships. But yesterday the smile on his face never wavered and it was a look of peace, presence and confidence which he brought with him down the 18th fairway, along with five birdies in the last seven holes. Ernie Ells, who has won three majors and whose two magnificent eagles paced the afternoon, properly said that "Phil deserved this one. He won it. He didn't lose it like some of his other ones."

Way to go, Phil. Yours truly has never been a fan, but even I was cheering for you yesterday.

 Posted by glenn