Koepka, Mickelson play at The Masters, a 'win' for Saudi-funded LIV Golf

AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 09: Phil Mickelson of the United States reacts to his birdie putt on the 18th green during the final round of the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 9, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia.

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Brooks Koepka of Smash GC hits a tee shot on the sixth hole during Day Three of the LIV Golf Invitational - Tulsa at Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, May 14, 2023.

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