Phil Mickelson lauded after US PGA Championship win – Monday’s sporting social
Mickelson became the oldest winner in major championship history with his victory at Kiawah Island.
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Golf
Phil Mickelson became the oldest winner in major championship history.
And he was in good spirits.
Tiger Woods paid tribute to Mickelson.
As did others, including runner-up Brooks Koepka.
Football
Ruben Dias revelled in City’s title win.
And his City team-mate Ilkay Gundogan paid tribute to Sergio Aguero.
Thiago Alcantara said goodbye to Georginio Wijnaldum.
Tottenham dropped their new home kit.
Luis Suarez celebrated Atletico Madrid being crowned Spanish champions.
Alexis Sanchez was also celebrating.
Maty Ryan was grateful to the Gunners.
Sergio Ramos took his Euro 2020 omission on the chin.
Gary Lineker was shocked to see no Real Madrid players in Spain’s squad.
This is a strong Euros squad.
Carl Frampton saluted Leeds’ Stuart Dallas.
Leeds mocked Patrick Bamford’s critics.
Cricket
The Barmy Army were pumped.
Formula One
What a view for Serena Williams!
Tennis
Denis Shapovalov pulled out of the French Open.
A great week for Cameron Norrie.