Patrick Reed

Patrick Reed is an American golfer from Houston, Texas, ranked 23rd in the world, and the 2018 Masters champion. No player in modern golf generates more debate than Reed, whose undeniable talent on the course has always coexisted with controversy off it. He won nine PGA Tour events before joining LIV Golf in 2022, a move that added another chapter to an already polarizing career.

Reed's 2018 Masters victory was a front-running masterclass. He held the lead or co-lead after every round, ultimately holding off Rickie Fowler and Jordan Spieth on a tense Sunday at Augusta National to win by one stroke. That performance was consistent with his reputation as a player who thrives when the spotlight is brightest. His Ryder Cup record earned him the nickname "Captain America," most notably at the 2016 matches at Hazeltine National, where his animated celebrations and fearless singles play against Rory McIlroy became one of the defining moments in modern Ryder Cup history. He has represented the United States in three Ryder Cups and multiple Presidents Cups.

Reed's game is built on short game wizardry and an unshakable belief in his own ability. His chipping and putting under pressure are among the best in professional golf, and he has a gift for manufacturing scores on days when his ball-striking is less than perfect. His move to LIV Golf brought a different competitive rhythm, with the 54-hole, no-cut format and shotgun starts representing a departure from the PGA Tour grind where he built his reputation. Whether that transition has sharpened or dulled his major championship readiness is one of the central questions of his 2026 season.

In 2026, Reed returns to the venues that test his competitive fire. Augusta National is where he won his green jacket, and his knowledge of the course remains an asset. Aronimink will test his short game on demanding Ross greens. Shinnecock Hills rewards the kind of scrambling that defines his game. Royal Birkdale demands creativity in the wind, a skill Reed has in abundance. He will compete at all four: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Fans in the United States can follow in United States time.