Phil Mickelson was removed from The Farms Golf Club in Rancho Santa Fe after a female employee reported unwanted contact. The incident, said to have occurred earlier this spring, led club officials to conduct an independent investigation and then ask Mickelson to leave the course. The former six‑time major is now barred from the club.

Mickelson’s exit follows a season marked by limited play; he skipped the Masters, PGA Championship, and lost exemption for the U.S. Open after a family health crisis. The Farms spokesperson said the club prioritized staff safety and backed the decision with a thorough review. Mickelson’s spokesperson denied any wrongdoing, citing a misunderstanding.

The club’s statement highlighted that the staff member received immediate support and that the investigation was independent. It added that the member is no longer welcome at the club, citing the need to protect staff privacy. Mickelson, 55, has not played a single tournament this year, a sharp contrast to his past dominance.

Mickelson’s career now faces scrutiny beyond golf. He once earned nearly $1 million from a 2016 insider‑trading settlement and was linked to a billion‑dollar betting claim. His removal from The Farms adds another blemish to a legacy that has already seen sponsorship losses and public backlash over his role in LIV Golf.