Patrick Reed calls for change to driving testing protocols after what happened to Rory McIlroy

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Rory McIlroy made the headlines at the PGA Championship after his driver failed a test before the tournament started.

Drivers undergo a CT test to determine whether the face is too springy. McIlroy’s club failed the examination, so he had to use his backup instead.

He then struggled off the tee throughout the week at Quail Hollow, and some even called his Masters victory into question.

There has been a lot of discussion about driver testing in the aftermath, and LIV golfer Patrick Reed is the latest to weigh in.

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Patrick Reed wants to see change in major championship driver testing

Reed has no issue with driver testing before tournaments, and even wishes it happened more often to avoid doubt.

“Yeah, I have no problem with them regularly testing drivers and making sure that everyone stays within the limit,” he explained.

“To be honest, it would be easier for players if we got tested more often with the drivers because, if you show up at a huge event, you’re not suddenly trying to find a driver on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday on the tournament site.”

At the moment, only some players have their drivers tested before major championships. Reed doesn’t understand why it’s not compulsory for everyone.

“I guess it’s just one of those things that, to have to worry on tournament week whether your driver is hot or not, is not fun, obviously,” he added.

“Especially if it ends up being hot, instead of actually preparing for the golf tournament, you’re now scrambling trying to find a driver that suits you and fits you just like the gamer.

“I feel like, at the majors, if you’re going to test 50 guys, what’s the difference in testing everybody?”

Patrick Reed makes albatross on day one at US Open

Patrick Reed did something incredible on Thursday that had only been done three times in US Open history.

Reed made an albatross on the 620-yard par-5 4th hole at Oakmont. It was the first albatross at the US Open since Nick Watney in 2012.

Reed’s name is often forgotten in discussions about the best players in the world because he competes on the less-watched LIV Golf tour.

Indeed, his current world ranking (59) doesn’t truly represent his quality. He finished third behind Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose at The Masters two months ago, and could also be a factor at Oakmont this week.