Accusations of cheating and stealing have followed Patrick Reed since his college days, and the LIV Golf star has addressed the allegations in the build-up to the Masters.
Reed has dismissed allegations of “cheating” and “stealing” from his time playing college golf, denouncing the claims made against him as unfounded.
Reed has emerged as one of the standout players of his era in recent times, showcasing his prowess by clinching nine victories on the PGA Tour and three triumphs on the DP World Tour. The pinnacle of his achievements arrived in 2018, when he claimed the prestigious title of Masters champion at Augusta National.
Nevertheless, his journey in the golfing world has not been devoid of controversy. The recipient of the coveted green jacket has frequently been dubbed as professional golf’s charismatic antagonist, particularly when it comes to his performances on the Ryder Cup stage.
Reed’s reputation first came into question during his tenure at the University of Georgia, when accusations of cheating in a college match and theft from his teammates surfaced in Shane Ryan’s book, ‘Slaying the Tiger: A Year Inside the Ropes on the New PGA Tour’.
Dismissing these allegations, Reed stated to Golf.com: “I am completely unaware of the source of those claims. Completely. Both coaches provided signed statements affirming that I have never engaged in theft or cheating. Therefore, those accusations are clearly baseless. I am unaware of the individuals responsible for making such claims.”
It’s interesting how there are so many unnamed sources involved, no one is willing to attach a name to it. That’s why I’m left wondering about the origins of something like that.” Throughout his time in college, Reed transferred from Georgia to Augusta State, where he played a key role in securing consecutive NCAA Division I championships in 2010 and 2011.
Explaining his departure from Georgia to Augusta, Reed shared, “I decided to leave UGA because I wasn’t happy. Looking back, I’m actually grateful I made that choice because who knows what those following years would have been like if I hadn’t.”
Feeling unhappy can really kill your motivation in many areas of your life. That’s why I decided to seek out a place that I believed would bring me joy. As a result, I found myself working harder and achieving the goals I had set for myself. Reed’s focus this week will once more be on Augusta as he pursues his second green jacket.
The American golfer has a remarkable track record at this renowned major championship held in Georgia, with three top-10 finishes out of five since his victory in 2018. Last year, he secured a tied-fourth position. Among the participants in this year’s Masters, Reed is one of the 13 talented players from LIV Golf.
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