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January 25, 2026
Patrick Reed wins LIV duel with David Puig to secure Dubai Desert Classic title
A penny for the thoughts of the PGA Tour hierarchy, who awoke in Ponte Vedra Beach to news of a LIV duel in Dubai. A penny for the thoughts of LIV’s office bearers, who had information they would presumably rather remain private put into the public domain by the new Desert Classic champion.
TL;DR
- Patrick Reed won a golf tournament, finishing at 14 under par.
- David Puig initially seemed set for second place but finished tied for seventh after a penalty.
- The article highlights the anomaly of LIV Golf players competing on the DP World Tour, which has financial ties to the PGA Tour.
- Patrick Reed's LIV contract has expired, and he is in negotiations for a new one.
- Reed expressed interest in playing more on the DP World Tour to potentially qualify for the PGA Tour.
- Rory McIlroy finished outside the top 20 in the tournament.
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