Phil Mickelson Faces New Allegations in Alan Shipnuck Interview
**Phil Mickelson** was thrust into fresh controversy on 26 Jun 2024 when journalist Alan Shipnuck detailed new allegations in a Pablo Torre interview. The claims span a private condo at Madison Club, deceptive phone‑tracking at The Bridges, and a violent encounter at The Farms Golf Club, all tied to Mickelson’s recent club exits.
Shipnuck described a “bachelor pad” condo inside Madison Club’s clubhouse, complete with dark leather furniture and career photos. He said Mickelson used the space to host overnight female guests while his wife, Amy, was rarely present. Club staff reportedly delivered a veggie omelet and almond‑milk latte to the room the next morning, evidence cited by Shipnuck.
According to Shipnuck, Mickelson’s wealth‑management firm ordered the Madison condo sold and his membership terminated, after which he vanished without a farewell. A similar exit occurred at The Bridges in Rancho Santa Fe, where Mickelson allegedly paid a cart attendant $500 to drive his phone around the course, creating a false “Find My” signal while he slipped away for rendezvous. That membership later transferred to Xander Schauffele.
The Farms Golf Club story, first reported by *Golf Digest* in June 2024, involved an accusation of non‑consensual physical contact with a young staff member. Club officials confronted Mickelson mid‑round and escorted him off the property. Shipnuck’s later *Skratch Golf* investigation, published 26 Jun, added a 2015 episode where Mickelson allegedly showed an explicit photo to Ashley Perez, then married to Pat Perez, before inviting her to his room.
Mickelson’s spokesperson issued a 738‑word statement disputing several claims. The statement framed the club departures as personal decisions and called the phone‑tracking claim “nothing more than an ordinary ‘Find My’ family feature.” It also referenced a private family health matter and praised Amy Mickelson’s 35‑year support. *Skratch Golf* countered that Mickelson and his wife had ample chance to challenge the specifics before publication and did not refute any of the allegations.
The timing aligns with Mickelson’s ongoing public profile, including his recent senior‑tour victories and his role as a senior PGA Tour ambassador. New allegations could affect sponsorships, club memberships and his legacy. With multiple sources corroborating details, the story adds a layer of personal controversy that may influence how fans and sponsors view the left‑handed legend.
Legal counsel for Mickelson may seek a retraction or file a defamation suit, while club officials could review membership policies. The golf community will watch for any official investigations by the PGA Tour or the clubs involved. Until then, the allegations remain a hot topic on social media and in golf‑focused outlets.