There is a lot going on in golf right now, while the sport is experiencing one of its most turbulent rides. After the successful completion of the PGA Championship, the news of the merger hit golf unexpectedly. And now we are heading towards the third major tournament of the year, the US Open 2023, scheduled for June 15–18.
After the announcement of the merger between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, many turned their attention to the LIV golfers who would participate in the event. With fans edging closer to their seats because of the excitement, one thing is clear this field will not be easy to conquer. Despite everyone’s enthusiasm, there are ongoing speculations about different LIV golfers regarding their participation in the major. The crucial query still open is: Will Patrick Reed be playing in the US Open next week?
Will fans see Patrick Reed at the US Open field
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Despite the fact that LIV players are currently not permitted to compete on the PGA Tour, fifteen LIV golfers have already qualified to compete at the US Open in 2023. Patrick Reed is also on this list. In other words, spectators will be able to see him compete for the trophy.
Last year, Patrick Reed joined LIV Golf amid huge backlash. This year, he is showing remarkable skills. He finished the final round with a birdie to finish fourth at the Masters Tournament. He came in at number eighteen at the PGA Championship. His form has been above average and anticipation regarding his performance at the US Open is high as a result.
Other than him, Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, etc. are also competing in this year’s US Open field.
Reed’s illustrative career that backs the anticipation regarding his US Open performance
Patrick Reed has a total of nine victories to his credit. He defeated Jordan Spieth in a playoff to win the Wyndham Championship in 2013. He also won the Hyundai Tournament of Champions in 2015. Reed triumphed in the inaugural FedEx Cup playoff game in 2016. He finished second in the PGA Championship in 2017.
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His 2018 Masters Tournament win is the highlight of his career. With a final score of 1-under par, he outperformed Rickie Fowler by one stroke and Jordan Spieth by two strokes. He finally got hold of his first ever green jacket.
“It’s almost impossible to put into words,” Reed said. “Just to make the putt on the last and watch the ball go into the hole and win my first major, and finally end the drought and not only contend in majors but get in the winning circle, it just meant so much to me.”
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