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Phil Mickelson will not defend his title at the PGA Championship this year amid fallout from his comments about Saudi Arabia and his links to the Saudi-funded rival golf league, the PGA of America announced Friday.

The organization was informed that Mickelson was withdrawing from the tournament even though the PGA welcomed his participation.

Mickelson becomes just the third PGA champion not to defend his title in the last 75 years.

"We have just been informed that Phil Mickelson has withdrawn from the PGA Championship," a PGA statement said.

We wish Phil and Amy the very best and look forward to his return to golf.".

Phil Mickelson plays a shot from the second tee during the second round of the Tournament of Champions Jan.

Phil Mickelson speaks after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament on the Ocean Course, May 23, 2021, in Kiawah Island, S.C.

Phil Mickelson walks off the 14th green after missing a birdie putt during the third round at the PGA Championship golf tournament on the Ocean Course May 22, 2021, in Kiawah Island, S.C. 

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