Reed's defamation lawsuits dismissed by federal judge in Florida

Patrick Reed filed defamation lawsuits against multiple golf media outlets and reporters after joining LIV Golf.
Judge ruled Reed's claims did not meet legal requirements for defamation under Florida law and First Amendment.
Statements were matters of opinion, rhetorical hyperbole, or not actually about Reed, according to judge.
Reed sought damages related to criticism after leaving PGA Tour for controversial LIV Golf Series.
Lawsuits dismissed in late September 2023 ruling that was victory for golf media defendants.