If Tiger didnt exist...Phil would be the one being talked about in historical terms. It just so happens he is around when Tiger is dominating...
I just did some research. There's nothing really
historical about this guy.
Actually his stats are rather impressive. As far as the likability factor, I believe that it has to do with his aggressive and gambling style of play rather than his personality and such.If Tiger and Phil both go out and shoot -5 it probably looks like this most times.......
Tiger 11 pars, 6 birdies, 1 bogey while making every putt inside of 12 feet
Phil 9 pars, 6 birdies, 1 eagle , 1 bogey, 1 double while missing 2 short putts and making a 70 footer