Patrick Reed secures PGA Tour return and sets 2027 goals after LIV Golf exit

Patrick Reed secured his return to the PGA Tour by finishing among the top 10 eligible players in the Race to Dubai standings, as reported by Yahoo Sports. This achievement came after he left LIV Golf and chose not to renew his contract despite the rival league's financial backing from Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.

Reed won the Dubai Desert Classic and the Qatar Masters on the DP World Tour this season, results that contributed to his high ranking and PGA Tour eligibility. He currently sits third in the European ranking going into the final week of the DP World Tour season.

Looking ahead to 2027, Reed revealed his major goals include returning to the winners' circle on the PGA Tour, regaining a top-10 position in the world rankings, and earning a spot on the United States Ryder Cup team. He has not played in the Ryder Cup since 2018 but hopes his PGA Tour return will provide another opportunity to represent his country.

Reed expressed satisfaction with his progress this year and emphasized the importance of believing in himself to achieve his goals. He also commented on the challenges faced by other players who remained with LIV Golf, noting that many will likely have to rely on sponsor exemptions and wait to qualify for the PGA Tour.

His return to the PGA Tour will allow him to compete against some of the best players worldwide, and he aims to reach the form that previously earned him a career-high sixth place in the world rankings.