Judge In Patrick Reed Lawsuit A 'Stickler For Rules,' May Not Bode Well For LIV Golfer

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Patrick Reed's $750 defamation lawsuit against Brandel Chamblee and Golf Channel seems like an uphill battle for the LIV golfer. Now, things are getting even more difficult for the former Masters' champ.  Federal judge Alfred H. Bennett has been appointed to oversee the legal battle. Not only is Bennett an avid golfer, but he's also a "stickler for the rules" according to justice Randy Wilson. He even carries a copy of the Rules of Golf in his bag with him. “He’s an absolute stickler for the rules,” Wilson, who has played golf with Bennett many times, told Golf Magazine. “He counts every stroke and putts out everything.” Bennett certainly knows who Reed is and is likely well-aware of the many accusations of him cheating on the golf course. While Bennett will not let any personal feelings about Reed or cheating allegations interfere with the lawsuit, the jokes practically write themselves here.

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Mark covers all sports at OutKick while keeping a close eye on the world of professional golf. He graduated from the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga before earning his master's degree in journalism from the University of Tennessee. He somehow survived living in Knoxville despite ‘Rocky Top’ being his least favorite song ever written. Before joining OutKick, he wrote for various outlets including SB Nation, The Spun, and BroBible. Mark was also a writer for the Chicago Cubs Double-A affiliate in 2016 when the team won the World Series. He's still waiting for his championship ring to arrive. Follow him on Twitter @itismarkharris.