LIV Golf star issues Ryder Cup appeal with 'uphill battle' to make team

Patrick Reed sets his sights on grabbing the attention of captain Keegan Bradley to secure a spot on Team USA for the upcoming Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black this September.

Among various LIV Golf associates, including Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau, Reed is aiming for inclusion in the U.S. lineup. The former Masters winner, who showed form in April at Augusta, will likely need a captain's selection given the non-eligibility for Ryder Cup points through LIV events.

As the breakaway league heads to Dallas, Reed keeps his hopes alive for adding Bethpage to his itinerary.

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Reed, when queried about his Ryder Cup aspirations, expressed ongoing ambition: "It's always on your mind," confirming his enduring desire to play for the nation. "Anytime I get to represent our country, it means a lot to me. For me personally, I'm always thinking about trying to make every team."

Acknowledging the challenges due to his exit from the PGA Tour, Reed maintains his focus: "Obviously, being a part of LIV where we don't get points, it's an uphill battle, but really, for me, it's focused on playing some great golf and having a chance."

Positioned outside the PGA Tour's point system, Reed banks on a standout performance at the upcoming The Open Championship to leave an impression.

"It's really going to come down to The Open Championship, having a chance to win there. You have a really good showing and play well there, then you just never know. It is looking like no matter what, it's going to rely on a pick unless I go ahead and win The Open.

"Really, the only way I can focus on the Ryder Cup is that one week, go out and give all I have and have a chance to win."

As for Bradley, his prospects of being more than just Team USA's captain but also a player are on the rise.

After clinching victory at the Travelers Championship and edging out Tommy Fleetwood, Bradley bolstered his argument to become the first playing captain since 1963. He has conveyed an openness to fulfilling both duties, despite earlier statements indicating he would consider playing only if he qualified automatically.

His compatriot Reed has voiced confidence in Bradley's potential dual role. "Honestly, for me, if I were in his shoes, if I felt like I was playing as the top 12, inside that top 12, then I'd play," Reed commented regarding Bradley's tough decision.

Reed underscores the captain's goal of shaping the strongest team, stating, "The thing about being a captain is that it's about putting the best team forward, no matter who it is, and whoever is in the best form is obviously one of those guys that I'd make sure is on the team. If he continues playing the way he's playing and continues competing on Sundays and having a chance to win, I'm all for it.

"It's all what he feels like is the best for the team, and if thatmeans him playing is best for the team, that's what youhave amazing vice captains for is to take over that role ifyou're out there having a chance to play and have a goodchance for the U.S. to bring the Cup home."