Wind and narrow fairways will make it tough for SA Open players in Stellenbosch, warns Reed

Windy conditions and tight fairways are set to be the defining test at this week’s SA Open in Stellenbosch, with Patrick Reed warning that “it’s demanding off the tee” after Wednesday’s pro-am. Expect a premium on accuracy, smart course management, and patience as players weigh risk versus restraint on a layout that can punish even slight misses.