Do not pair me with Mickelson at Ryder Cup, pleads Johnson

Dustin Johnson says he does not want to partner United States teammate Phil Mickelson at next week's Ryder Cup in Minnesota.

Throwing diplomacy out of the window, the long-hitting Johnson on Wednesday made clear his thoughts regarding Mickelson, who is a five-time major champion.

"I think I can partner pretty well with pretty much anyone, except for Phil," world No 2 Johnson told reporters on the eve of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.