Professional golfer Phil Mickelson has reportedly been removed from The Farms Golf Club in Southern California after a female employee accused him of "nonconsensual and inappropriate physical contact," according to a report from Golf Digest.

Phil Mickelson Told to Leave

The incident allegedly took place this spring at the private club near San Diego. According to the report, the employee said Mickelson made unwanted contact after approaching her, and she immediately reported the situation to supervisors.

Club officials then launched an internal review and confronted the six-time major champion while he was still on the course. He was told to leave the property that same day.

According to USA Today, in a statement cited by Golf Digest, The Farms Golf Club said it acted quickly after receiving the complaint.

"The Farms Golf Club is committed to maintaining a golf club environment that is safe, respectful and reflects the highest standards of conduct," the club said. "All members are required to adhere to our Code of Conduct, and any allegations of misconduct are taken seriously."

Phil Mickelson Loses Club Membership

The club added that it provided support to the employee and carried out an investigation before taking action. Mickelson is "no longer a member" of the club, according to the statement.

A spokesperson for Mickelson did not immediately comment to People, but told Golf Digest that a "misunderstanding has been cleared up."

His legal representative also pushed back strongly on the allegation, saying it was not accurate.

"There is a great deal of misinformation circulating," attorney Tom Clare said in a statement, adding that Mickelson has "retained defamation counsel and is determined to hold accountable any publication or individual trafficking in speculation or false rumors."

The 55-year-old golfer has recently been spending less time on tour, stepping away from several events due to what he has described as a "family health matter."

In earlier statements shared on social media, Mickelson said he needed to focus on his family alongside his wife, Amy, and would miss multiple tournaments, including major LIV Golf events and the Masters.

"I will not be able to participate in the first two LIV Events as Amy and I need to be present for a family health matter," he said earlier this year.