How Patrick Reed was granted approval to compete on the PGA Tour before his ban ends

Reed has never been shy about where he sees himself in the golf hierarchy.

Who could forget his comment after winning the WGC-Cadillac Championship back in 2014, when at just 23 years old, he said he was one of the top five players in the world?

“I believe in myself, especially with how hard I’ve worked. I’m one of the top five players in the world,” Reed said at that time.

“I feel like I’ve proven myself.”

He took plenty of heat for those comments, but it is hard to argue against him now being a top 10 player given his form and consistency.

The controversy surrounding him over the years has certainly put some fans off, but whether you are a fan or not, there is no question that he brings attention wherever he goes.

And those who enjoy watching Reed will not have to wait long – he will be back on PGA Tour screens before his suspension is even lifted…

Patrick Reed cleared to play PGA Tour event before ban ends

While his PGA Tour ban does not lift until August 26th, Reed retains full playing rights on the DP World Tour.

And because of his standing there, he is set to appear in a PGA Tour event as early as July.

The Genesis Scottish Open, held at the Renaissance Club from July 9th to 12th, is a joint event between the two tours, allowing Reed to participate despite his ban still being in effect.

Links golf tends to suit Reed’s style. He can shape shots both ways and keep the ball low in windy conditions – traits that have served him well on courses like this before.

A win there would not just be another chapter in Reed’s career – it would be exactly what we have come to expect from him over the years.

He has spent much of his time in professional golf defying expectations. And if recent form is anything to go by, another victory might not be far away.