Patrick Reed shoots 68 at BMW PGA but is frustrated with his play

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Patrick Reed shoots 68 at BMW PGA but is frustrated with his play
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Patrick Reed opened the BMW PGA Championship with a round of 68 at Wentworth on September 17. Despite recording five birdies and one bogey, Reed expressed frustration with his performance, feeling he underperformed on opportunities from the 12 to 17-foot range. This marks his solid start at Wentworth, where he has historically performed well, finishing in the top-5 in all previous appearances. Reed currently leads the Race to Dubai, with aspirations for a strong finish to enhance his standing in the DP World Tour order of merit.

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  • Reed shot a 68 on day one at the BMW PGA Championship.
  • He made five birdies and one bogey during his opening round.
  • Reed has not finished outside the top-5 in his previous five appearances at Wentworth.
  • He leads the Race to Dubai following this round.
  • Reed emphasizes the need to improve his putting.
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Patrick Reed got his BMW PGA Championship off to a great start after shooting a 68 on day one at Wentworth. However, Reed was not entirely happy with his day’s work in Surrey, England.

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