Eddie Pepperell ridicules Patrick Reed for his declining position in the world rankings after joining LIV Golf, reigniting their past feud.
Patrick Reed, a loyalist of the DP World Tour, has recently taken a jab at professional golfer for his diminishing performance in the global rankings.
Reed, a former World No. 5 and Masters champion, has seen his ranking plummet outside the top 100 following his decision to join LIV Golf, a breakaway golf league.
Pepperell’s comment came after Reed’s exclusion from the top 100 rankings was revealed by stats account @VC606. The absence of ranking points for tournaments in LIV Golf, as denied by the Official World Golf Ranking in October 2023, has contributed to Reed’s decline in the rankings.
While acknowledging Reed’s talent, Pepperell jokingly suggested that Reed might consider legal action due to his new ranking status.
🚨NEWSFLASH Nearly 10 years after his (in)famous “Top 5” comments, Patrick Reed is projected to drop out of the Top 100 in the world! Unfortunately, the highest OWGR ranking he ever achieved in his career remains… #6. 🙁 pic.twitter.com/DqLI0qzMck
Pepperell’s comment alludes to Reed’s previous attempt to file a defamation lawsuit against members of the golf media, a case that ultimately failed and resulted in Reed covering the legal costs of those he sued. This exchange reignites a past beef between the two players, with Pepperell previously referring to Reed as a “clown” during the defamation lawsuit saga.
Reed’s decision to join LIV Golf in 2022, along with other golfers seeking new opportunities, has generated controversy within the golfing community.
Despite his financial success in the league, Reed maintains that his move was motivated by the camaraderie and competition offered by LIV Golf tournaments. However, Pepperell remains loyal to the DP Tour, expressing disdain for LIV Golf’s format and presentation, which he describes as “cringe.”
Patrick Reed, a former Masters champion, finds himself under pressure as he faces potential exclusion from major championships due to his declining world ranking. Reed’s decision to join LIV Golf has resulted in a significant drop in his ranking, currently sitting at 99th in the world.
This decline has consequences for Reed’s eligibility to compete in major events, with his lifetime exemption to the Masters being his only guaranteed spot in a major championship this year.
Previously able to compete freely in all four major championships following his 2018 Masters victory, Reed now faces uncertainty regarding his participation in other flagship events.
I tried, sincerely, I just tried to watch this and feel something genuine. Joy, inspiration, something. And I just cringed. It’s just all cringe, the whole show, the teams, the individuals. Hate to criticize something but honestly, it’s just so far away from being compelling.
The lack of ranking points for LIV Golf tournaments, as denied by the Official World Golf Ranking, has complicated matters for Reed and other players in the breakaway league.
LIV Golf’s rejection of the ranking system has sparked debate within the golfing community, with the league criticizing the lack of recognition for player performances.
According to the Source firstsportz.com