Rory McIlroy insisted Patrick Reed incident was 'storm in teacup' ahead of PGA Tour reunionPatrick Reed announced on Wednesday that he will be leaving LIV Golf to rejoin the PGA Tour, setting up a potential awkward reunion with Rory McIlroy after their 2023 incidentView 2 Images Rory McIlroy could soon come face-to-face with an old foe on the PGA Tour (Image: Getty Images)Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy might face an uncomfortable encounter on the PGA Tour following Reed's return, especially after the former LIV Golf player once notoriously flicked a tee at the Northern Irishman. ‌Reed stunned the golf world on Wednesday by declaring his comeback to the PGA Tour after spending four seasons with the Saudi-funded circuit. Just days earlier, the American had shown McIlroy how it's done with a commanding display at the Dubai Desert Classic. Article continues belowThe pair famously clashed in 2023 at the DP World Tour event when McIlroy deliberately snubbed Reed's greeting attempt at the Emirates Golf Club. Three additional LIV Golf players have also submitted applications for PGA Tour reinstatement as the deadline approaches.