Masters 2010: Phil Mickelson's road to victory

With two Green Jackets already in the wardrobe, the American watches his shot during a practice round at Augusta. Photograph: Jamie Squire/Getty Images

"When I get here, I get very relaxed and feel very comfortable. I'm in love with this place and it brings out the best in me" - Mickelson describes his affection for Augusta.
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Mickelson catches a ball from Jim 'Bones' Mackay, who has served as Phil's caddy for over fifteen years and witnessed all four of his major championships. Photograph: Don Emmert/AFP/Getty Images

Mickelson talks to the media during a pre-tournament press conference. Photograph: Jamie Squire/Getty Images

Family man Phil walks with his children Sophia, Evan and Amanda during the par 3 contest prior to the tournament.
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Playing from a bunker on the ninth, Mickelson shows promise on the first day of play. Photograph: Andrew Redington/Getty Images

Mickelson collects his ball after a birdie putt on the 17th while Robert Allenby of Australia puts his down during the second round. Photograph: David J. Phillip/Associated Press

Day three, and Mickelson is by now a clear contender as he leaves the green to rapturous applause. Photograph: Jamie Squire/Getty Images

With the leaderboard looming in the background, Lee Westwood tees off on the third hole during the final round, but Mickelson is close behind. Photograph: Andrew Redington/Getty Images

An astounding play from the rough, Mickelson negotiates a tight gap for the 13th. "I was going to have to go through that gap if I laid up or went for the green. The gap wasn't huge, but it was big enough for a ball to fit through. I just felt like at that time, I needed to trust my swing and hit a shot, and it came off perfect."
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With the final hole in sight, Mickelson contemplates his final strokes among the lush Augusta scenery. Photograph: Harry How/Getty Images

The 2010 Masters Tournament belongs to Phil Mickelson, who finishes 16-under-par after a bogey-free final round and stunning three-stroke triumph. Photograph: Andrew Redington/Getty Images

Bones congratulates Mickelson on his third Masters title. Photograph: Harry How/Getty Images

Phil Mickelson celebrates with his wife Amy and children. "I don't normally shed tears over wins, and when Amy and I hugged off 18, that was a very emotional moment for us and something that I'll look back on and just cherish. I'll cherish every moment of this week." Photograph: Harry How/Getty Images

Angel Cabrera of Argentina presents the winner with his third Green Jacket. Photograph: Harry How/Getty Images

A little love for the spectators ...
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... and Mickelson rides off to the press building with his third Masters victory. Photograph: Jamie Squire/Getty Images