Phil Mickelson denies wrongdoing in trading probe

Dublin (US): Five-time major golf champion Phil Mickelson denied any wrongdoing on Saturday after being named among the subjects of an insider stock trading probe, saying he is fully cooperating with FBI agents.

Phil Mickelson

“I have done absolutely nothing wrong,” Mickelson said. “That’s why I’m fully cooperating with the FBI agents and will continue to do so.” Mickelson spoke at the US PGA Tour's Memorial tournament.

“I wish I could fully discuss this matter,” Mickelson said. “For right now I’m not really able to do so. I don’t want to say anything more than that.”