What It Is
Phil Mickelson becoming the oldest major champion in golf history at age 50 years, 11 months by winning the 2021 PGA Championship at Kiawah Island on May 23, 2021.
Why It Matters
Mickelson’s victory shattered the previous record held by Julius Boros (48 years old). He held off Brooks Koepka and Louis Oosthuizen with a final-round 73 to win by two strokes, sparking jubilant scenes as fans swarmed the 18th fairway.
Impact
The win was Mickelson’s sixth major championship and came after years of diminished play, proving age is just a number in professional golf. The victory inspired older athletes across all sports and generated massive social media buzz. Mickelson later joined the controversial LIV Golf tour.
Source: https://www.pga.com/