Phil Mickelson's absence from LIV Golf events has become a recurring theme this season, and the trend continues this week. The 55-year-old will miss his sixth LIV start in seven events, skipping the tournament at Trump National DC. His only appearance so far came in March, where he finished T-48 in South Africa. Mickelson also sat out the Masters last month due to a family health matter, leaving fans and analysts questioning his current form and availability.

Now, all eyes turn to next week's PGA Championship at Aronimink. Mickelson's status for the major remains uncertain, though the full field is expected to be announced on Tuesday. As a past champion, he holds a lifetime exemption into the PGA Championship—a privilege earned through his five major victories. This year marks the five-year anniversary of his unforgettable win at Kiawah Island in 2021, a moment that cemented his legacy in golf history.

Mickelson has been notably quiet on social media recently. Before a post on Monday, his last activity on X (formerly Twitter) was a congratulatory message to Rory McIlroy for winning the Masters. This silence has only fueled speculation about his next moves on and off the course.

In his absence, Scott Vincent will step in as the replacement for the HyFlyers captain this week in D.C. According to LIV Golf rules, Vincent—who joined as a wild card for the Mexico City event—may be required to remain on the roster for the remainder of the season. This follows a similar precedent set by Anthony Kim, who was pulled up to the 4Aces earlier this year. What this means for Mickelson's future with LIV remains uncertain, but for now, the focus is on the here and now.