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Phil Mickelson Makes History by Leading Major for Four Different Decades

Five-time major champion Phil Mickelson is used to being in contention at majors. After posting a 5-under through the first two rounds at the PGA Championship, he's joined some elite company.

Mickelson is now the sixth men's golfer since 1900 to hold the lead or co-lead a major after a round in four different decades, joining the following all-time greats: Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Gary Player, Sam Snead and Raymond Floyd.

While Mickelson's five major wins represents a significant milestones, he's contended for plenty of other championships during his storied career. Heading into this weekend at Kiawah Island, S.