Hal definitely looks like a miserable crank after that interview, but Phil also allowed it to seem as if he is not taking responsibility for his losses. I understand his point of view - it takes good strategy AND good play. But not sure this was the time for him to make this specific point about a specific captain who is THERE. Awkward, and fodder for the press. Again, though, maybe that's part of his plan. No one is asking about the pressure eon the rest of the team right now. Everyone is saying it's all on Phil, and maybe that is exactly how he wants it. he knows the pressure and believes he can take it and let the rest of the team play loose.
I don't dislike Phil or like him - I'm sort of agnostic on Phil. He's got an ego the size of the planet, but so do half these guys, and he can back up the ego with his play, and has for a long time. He's also funny and the other guys love him at these events. I hope he can go out and play well and throw 3 or so points up. I hope they win so he can have his moment and they can build on this year. because if he doesn't and they don't, it's going to be hard to watch. He's going to get eviscerated.