Phil Mickelson: 'Tiger Woods will be sharp for the Masters'

Phil Mickelson has insisted that Tiger Woods will be fit and raring to go at next week's Masters after the former world number one confirmed that he would take his place at the event.

Woods, 39, has not featured in any competitive tournament in two months, but Mickelson, 44, is adament that the 14-time major champion will be ready.

"That's a tough tournament to miss. I just don't think anybody would miss it if they were in it, if they were physically able to play," Mickelson told reporters at the Houston Open.

"He's had such a good short game and such a great game throughout his career, I think it's going to be an easy fix. I think his game will be sharp."

Mickelson will be looking for his fourth Masters win after claiming the green jacket in 2004, 2006 and 2010.