GURNEE, Ill. – Those who know Mel Reid well weren’t a bit surprised to see her singlehandedly take a pair of top-50 players in the world to the 18th. Reid comes to life in these types of situations, a born fighter who thrives on a good challenge.
Reid’s solo act at the UL International Crown provided one of the best moral victories in match-play history. Plenty of players have felt like they were on their own in team competition during a four-ball match, but to actually be alone? The 28-year-old Englishwoman ultimately fell to Haru Normura and Mika Miyazato, 1 up, but the heroic effort could set up a big finish for Reid in 2016.