Holmes beats Mickelson in playoff to win second FBR Open

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SCOTTSDALE, Arizona (AFP) — American JB Holmes had back-to-back birdies on the same hole just 30 minutes apart to edge Phil Mickelson in a playoff and capture his second FBR Open title in three years.

Holmes birdied the 18th hole to force a playoff then defeated Mickelson with by draining a seven-foot putt on the first hole of the playoff in the six-million dollar event.

Holmes also won this event in 2006. Asked to compare the two wins he said this one really tested his determination.

"It is a little different," said Holmes, who shot a 71 Sunday to finish at 14-under 270. "I won the first time here and then everybody questioned why I couldn't win again.

"This one is more redemption to prove everyone was wrong."

Holmes watched his seven-foot...