Phil Mickelson roots for Anthony Kim as he makes comeback at the Hong Kong Open

Phil Mickelson is rooting for Anthony Kim as the relegated LIV golfer made a comeback on an Asian Tour event. Kim teed it up at this week’s Link Hong Kong Open, which started with its first round on October 30.

He played a fabulous round of 67 on Friday to make the cut and secured his spot to play in the final two rounds over the weekend. After the second round, Golf Writer Ben Parsons shared a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account reflecting on Anthony Kim's performance.

Phil Mickelson reshared the post on his X account with a caption:

"He’s worked hard and has gotten better everyday. I’m rooting hard for his success."

Kim replied to him in the comments section.

"appreciate u my brother"

Mickelson wrote:

"Keep up the great play!"

Anthony Kim, who made his return to playing golf after an almost decade-long break, had a tough time on the LIV Golf circuit in the last two seasons. Last season, he finished 56th in the season standings, and in 2025, he settled for 55th.

He started the 2025 season in Riyadh but struggled and settled in T49 place. He then tied for 51st place at Adelaide, followed by T50 at Hong Kong. His best finish this season on the LIV Golf was T25 at the Dallas event.

After his tough time on the greens, he finally bounced back this week at the Hong Kong Open.

Anthony Kim reflects on his performance at the Links Hong Kong Open 2025

Anthony Kim at the Link Hong Kong Open - Round Three - Source: Getty

Anthony Kim opened up about his performance at the Links Hong Kong Open in an interview with Bunkered. After making the cut in the tournament, he said:

"It’s the best I’ve hit the ball since coming back. I just haven’t got the ball in the hole. I definitely finally see the work I’m doing. I’m excited."

“I don’t think I’ll play as much Asian Tour as I thought [in 2026]. I will be playing some, but I’m just going to see how it goes. I have no idea what my plans are for next year," he added.

Kim started his campaign at the Links Hong Kong Open on Thursday with an opening round of 68. He made a bogey on the first hole but then carded two birdies on the front nine and three birdies and two bogeys on the final nine. In the second round, he made four birdies and one bogey for a round of 67.

On Saturday, Kim played another round of 67. He made five birdies and two bogeys in the round. The tournament is scheduled to conclude on Sunday.

Edited by Ankita Yadav