The Primary Cut

Sixteenth installment of The Primary Cut – weekly insights from the world of golf player management and other golf-related industry and player news. As expected, Phil Mickelson, who had been in the midst of a lawsuit that he filed against ex-sponsor Bearing Point (Tim Rosaforte reported the matter has now been 'pulled off the table'), had no trouble finding a replacement sponsor and logo for his headwear. Before last week's Pebble Beach Pro Am, Mickelson announced a three-year global sponsorship agreement with the New York-based KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm. "Phil commands a great deal of respect around the world and shares our dedication to giving back to the community, with a particular focus on education and improving the lives of children," said Timothy P. Flynn, Chairman and CEO of KPMG. "And we are in good company when it comes to other companies that are associated with Phil – Rolex, Callaway and ExxonMobil." As ...