Phil Mickelson birdied the first playoff hole to beat Branden Grace and win the Scottish Open on Sunday, ending his 20-year wait for a victory in Europe. After three-putting the 72nd hole to miss out on a win in regulation, Mickelson produced a superb pitch from 45 yards that landed within a foot of the 18th pin, leaving Grace a 25-footer to match him. Grace's putt rolled by the hole and the 43-year-old American was able to celebrate a 48th professional victory worldwide, with his wife and three children watching on. "I almost let it slip away, but to come out on top feels terrific," Mickelson said. Mickelson was using the tournament to hone his game ahead of next week's Open Championship at Muirfield, and he looks in great shape to challenge for a first claret jug and fifth major title. Source: ESPN
