Phil Mickelson once showcased his high-stakes gambling wins at Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas by arriving in a newly purchased Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren worth $750,000. He had won the car's cost and more in a poker game against professional player Erick Lindgren the previous night.

According to Shadow Creek's General Manager Monte Montgomery, Mickelson deliberately drove to the course to show Lindgren his expensive purchase before their next round together. The five-time major champion had bought the exotic car that same morning with his winnings.

In a display of casual generosity, Mickelson handed the car keys to Montgomery's 11-year-old son and gave permission for the general manager to take it for a drive. Montgomery took advantage of the opportunity, reaching speeds of 150 mph on a nearby side street before returning the vehicle.

This story exemplifies the high-rolling atmosphere at Shadow Creek, where the current greens fee is $1,250 and the clientele typically includes wealthy gamblers and professional athletes.

The incident highlights both Mickelson's well-documented gambling history and the exclusive nature of Shadow Creek, where such extravagant displays are not uncommon among its prestigious visitors.

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