American golfer Patrick Reed is set to be punished by the PGA Tour after a foul-mouthed outburst on the opening day of the WGC-HSBC Champions event in Shanghai.
While playing partner Graeme McDowell coooly claimed a two-shot lead with a five-under-par 67 at Sheshan International, Reed was boiling with frustration.
Reed was just four off the pace after a round of 71, but the American faces a hefty fine after being caught on camera not only swearing at himself, but also using language which could be interpreted as being homophobic.
Television commentators swiftly apologised after Reed was clearly heard saying "Nice f****** three-putt you f****** f****t," after a bogey on the first hole, his 10th of the day.
Ironically, Reed also attracted attention on his Ryder Cup debut at Gleneagles for indicating to the crowd to keep quiet by putting a finger to his lips during his singles win over Henrik Stenson.
