Golf's only legend admits he has a gambling problem

Six-time major champion Phil Mickelson said he isn't wagering on football games this season as he continues to recover from a gambling addiction.

Mickelson's statement on social media on Monday comes about a month after professional gambler Billy Walters alleged in a book that Mickelson bet more than $1 billion on football, basketball and baseball over the past 30 years.

"Most of you will enjoy this football season with moderation while having lots of fun and entertainment," Mickelson wrote. "The fantasy leagues will provide banter amongst friends and money won or lost betting won't affect you. I won't be betting this year because I crossed the line of moderation and into addiction which isn't any fun at all.

"The money wasn't ever the issue since our financial security has never been threatened, but I was so distracted I wasn't able to be present with the ones I love and caused a lot of harm. This lack of presence has been so hurtful."

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