The 19th Hole Golf Show: Patrick Reed, PEDs and Power

Patrick Reed has escalated a conflict with author Shane Ryan over allegations in a forthcoming book, but it’s only hurting his cause. Why did Reed choose not to acknowledge his past in a different way instead of trying to use his influence to affect allegations he cheated and stole from teammates in college?

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Has Doral become a dud? There was a distinct lack of buzz around the WGC-Cadillac Championship, and it’s time to wonder if something has to change with the global series.

Meanwhile, John Daly assailed the PGA Tour’s anti-doping program, already under fire for how it has handled the cases of Vijay Singh and Dustin Johnson. What can the Tour do differently to offer more transparency and provide maximum protection for its members?

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