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Houston Open delayed, Mickelson out

HUMBLE, Texas, April 4 (UPI) -- Phil Mickelson missed the cut by 10 shots Saturday in the Houston Open where the third round won't end until Sunday due to high winds delays Thursday.

Mickelson, the 2004 and 2006 Masters champion, shot a 76 in the second round for a 36-hole total of 9-over-par 153 in the last PGA Tour event before next week's Masters.

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The three-time major champion has as many missed cuts -- two -- as wins this season.

The second round was completed Saturday after being pushed back by high winds that stopped play Thursday. The third round started Saturday afternoon, but will not be completed until Sunday morning.

Five players shared the lead heading into the third round. Geoff Ogilvy (69), Tommy Armour III (70), John Senden (71), Paul Casey (70) and Colt Knost (70) are all at 8-under 136.

Five players are one stroke back, including Jonathan Byrd, Henrik Stenson, Bo Van Pelt, Scott Piercy and 2003 champion Fred Couples.

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