Patrick Reed

Age 28

State Texas

World ranking 15 Average drive 298.3 yards Driving accuracy 54.4% GIR 63.5%

Avg putts per round 28.2 In Patrick Reed the US have found their Ian Poulter. With zero concern about animating a desire to squash any opponent he plays against or his ability to poke fun at the crowds when he wins, Reed is the catalyst for this US team.

Strengths Reed will be the 10ft-tall bulletproof player in the team room. With a flawless record in the singles, Reed will strut on to that first tee with the belief that winning Ryder Cup points is his given right. Weaknesses It is said that your biggest strength is also your biggest weakness. In this respect, if the US Goliath is slaughtered in a few early matches it could send a ripple effect through the whole team.