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Patrick Reed Faces Uphill Ryder Cup Bid as LIV Golfer Depends on Open

A victory at Royal Portrush would vault him into automatic contention under a points system that counts only major finishes for LIV Golf competitors

May 15, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Patrick Reed walks up to the fifth hole during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Reed sits 36th in U.S. Ryder Cup standings where LIV golfers earn points solely through majors
  • He must secure a top finish at next week’s Open Championship to break into the top six for automatic qualification
  • Absent an Open breakthrough, Reed will be competing for one of two captain’s picks from team captain Keegan Bradley
  • The 34-year-old boasts a 7-3-2 record in three previous Ryder Cups, underscoring his match-play prowess
  • Some analysts warn that Reed’s past disputes and personality may complicate his integration into the U.S. team room