Phil Mickelson Admits Taliban Ties After U.S. Loses Ryder Cup

After the Americans blew a 10-6 lead in the Ryder Cup over the weekend, Phil Mickelson pumped his fist in the air.

“Death to America!” screamed the 42-year old golfer, who later revealed he’ll be changing his name to Phil-Abbas Mickellah before next year’s U.S. Open.

Friends of the California-born pro, who currently holds the #16 spot in the Official World Golf Rankings, weren’t surprised by Mickelson’s admission.

“He once asked if I’d consider lining my sweater vest with explosives,” Tiger Woods told OMGG.com. “I scoffed at the idea, although I must admit the promise of 72 virgins did tempt me a bit.”