The Masters: Brooks Koepka and Phil Mickelson Augusta results demonstrate that LIV players have not been "washed up"

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In Brooks Koepka's opinion, the LIV group sent a powerful statement by demonstrating

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that they are still "washed up" despite their recent impressive showings at The Masters.

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Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson and Koepka tied for second place on eight under

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while fellow LIV golf member Patrick Reed finished one shot back and tied for fourth. Koepka insisted that it shouldn't be surprising that so many of them were in contention.

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After shooting a final-round 75 Koepka stated "We're still the same folks. "I know I can compete if I'm healthy.

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None of the guys that participated in this event, in my opinion, believed differently.

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"I think from the fans standpoint it is fragmented. But as for us I believe everyone saw it this week.

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Nice to see everyone indeed. There arent really any negative sentiments. I believe everyone should view it that way.

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In his post-event news conference Mickelson remarked "I felt it was wonderful that this tournament climbed above

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it all to have the top players in the world here and lost all the pettiness; that was terrific.

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The greatest players are brought in to compete in the majors despite the fact that there are players from all over the world

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on several different circuits. It all comes down to that. The game of golf ought to be like that.

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