Mickelson Adds Table Tennis Coach To His Stable

Helen Ross reveals how serious Phil Mickelson is about Presidents Cup week.

"There were some reports that I took some lessons for pong prior to this tournament, and those reports would be correct," Mickelson said with a knowing smile.

The big left-hander said he hasn't played any matches yet, though. But that could change soon. 

"Been taking it easy, again, working on the fundamentals, but it seems like it's coming around," Mickelson reported. "I'm ready for the challenge with some of the players."

Reports that Luke Donald approached the same coach to prepare for next year's Ryder Cup and was rejected, have not been confirmed.