Surprise package Wiesberger benefits from Lefty's company


  • Golf
  • Sunday, 10 Aug 2014

Bernd Wiesberger of Austria watches his drive off the second tee during the third round of the 2014 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, August 9, 2014. REUTERS/John Sommers II

LOUISVILLE Kentucky (Reuters) - Watched by huge crowds while playing with his golfing idol Phil Mickelson at the PGA Championship on Saturday, Bernd Wiesberger could have been excused for losing his nerve and feeling a little star-struck.

However, the 28-year-old Austrian surprised even himself as he stayed remarkably calm at Valhalla Golf Club and outscored his illustrious playing partner by two shots in the third round to charge into contention for the year's final major.

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