Patrick Reed issues direct message to Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley

Patrick Reed says he is targeting a return to the U.S. Ryder Cup side in 2025 at Bethpage Black. 

Reed spoke of his desire to wear the red, white and blue for the fourth time in his career after he finished in a share for 13th spot at The International Series' event in Qatar. 

The American, now 34 years old, has represented the U.S. in the biennial joust on three occasions and boasts an overall record of 7-3-2. 

Undoubtedly, his best moment came in 2016 when he defeated Rory McIlroy in the Sunday singles at the Hazeltine rout. 

Now he wants more. 

U.S. captain Keegan Bradley, who was unfortunate to miss out on selection by Zach Johnson in 2023, has already outlined how he plans to have the best team possible. 

He might even be a playing captain. 

"That's great news," Reed told Gulf News of Bradley's declaration to include LIV players. 

He added: "I like how he's open to trying to put out the best team possible. 

"I feel like there's a lot of guys on LIV that can really help out that team. 

"At the end of the day, it's ultimately his decision."

As for Reed's own playing prospects, he added: "Obviously, I'd love to be back on that team. 

"I'd love to be that pest that's always, you know, bugging the heck out of those Euros."

Last month it was also revealed the PGA of America will pay U.S. Ryder Cup players for the very first time. 

Telegraph Sport claimed each U.S. member will receive $400,000 each. 

Reed acknowledged it was a 'touchy subject'. 

But he doesn't believes Ryder Cup players need compensating. 

"In the past, when I was part of Ryder Cups, none of the players or caddies were ever sitting there and talking about whether we got paid or not," he said. 

"None of us could really care.

"All we cared about was playing the Ryder Cup, representing your country, going out and playing against Europe, and hopefully bringing the cup home or keeping the cup.

"It's one of those things that could be a very interesting situation. At Whistling Straits, I was 11th in the standings, and they didn't pick me. 

"All I know is I'd be pretty annoyed if I finished 11th, didn't get picked, and so not only am I not playing, but I also lost $400k.

"I don't know how that would all happen and take care of itself, but I don't like it personally."

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