Michael Jordan could team up with Tiger Woods in Match 3 vs Phil Mickelson and Steph Curry

NBA legend Michael Jordan could be set for a partnership with Tiger Woods for a golf game against Phil Mickelson and Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry. Tiger Woods previously teamed up with  Indianapolis Colts legend Peyton Manning to beat Mickelson and NFL star Tom Bry. Woods' Match 2, which was held last Saturday, reportedly brought in a record 5.8 million viewers and also racked up a considerable amount for charity.

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Michael Jordan to join Tiger Woods in facing Phil Mickelson and Steph Curry in Match 3?

In vember 2018, Mickelson beat Woods during  Match 1. It was later criticised for lack of banter and its dull finish. pay-per-view format was also stopped last minute due to technical difficulties. However, reports stated that dition of NFL icons Manning and Bry have given game a new facet. Bry may t have performed well on front nine, but was an amazing shot from fairway on seventh. Woods also started trash-talking from third hole while he was facing Mickelson. Both Woods and Mickelson have agreed to play three matches in total. Currently, both Woods and Mickelson have won one match each. 

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Since only Match 3 is remaining, fans suggested including Michael Jordan in game. Jordan's ESPN documentary  Last Dance wrapped up last week. Woods and Jordan previously played toger in 2007. Curry, who is kwn for his love for golf, last played in a professional golf event in 2017. During an interview with Los Angeles Times, Mickelson revealed that it is 'something he is working on'. He stated that one could 'showcase guys like Steph Curry and Michael Jordan or Tony Romo and Patrick Mahomes', all of whom are talented, good golfers and also have 'great personalities'.

He ded that ir personalities will 'come out' during event. Mickelson continued by saying that if someone really loves game and is competitive, but also entertaining like Larry David and Bill Murray, event could really shine. He considered a scenario where he and Woods would compete against young players and play a 'real high-level golf competition'. He explained that re is a market for that kind of competition, and it would only work if someone else also has a competitive edge.

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Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods in 2007

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