PGA Championship Odds Showcased Throughout WV Sportsbooks

Written By Dave Bontempo on May 19, 2022 – Last Updated on March 22, 2025

Another multiday golf carnival can be observed by bettors in West Virginia.

From Thursday to Sunday, the PGA Championship, the second significant event of the season, will take place at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Mountain State bettors have access to a plethora of valuable opportunities.

PGA Championship odds at WV sportsbooks

Jon Rahm’s odds at DraftKings WV Sportsbook stand at +1100, which is a more favorable price compared to the previous weeks.

Even though he shot an impressive 19 under par, Scottie Scheffler, the Masters champion and currently the world’s top-ranked player, finished in 15th place at the Byron Nelson last weekend. This demonstrates that even the best players like Scheffler can’t always outperform the competition.

Last week, Scheffler proved to be a profitable choice for the books. Despite being the favorite, he paid a decent +100 to secure a top 10 finish. Bettors from Mountain State eagerly placed their bets on Scheffler, but unfortunately, he couldn’t clinch the victory, resulting in a favorable outcome for the books.

This week, Justin Thomas offers great value at odds of +1200.

Collin Morikawa is currently in a tie for the next position, alongside Jordan Spieth who is at +1600. Spieth’s recent performance at the Byron Nelson was outstanding, as he finished second by just one stroke. However, considering the high level of talent in this field, Spieth’s value is quite significant.

Additionally, there is even more value to be found at a lower level. It is often the case that a player within the range of +2500 to +4000 emerges as a standout performer in these tournaments. However, the challenge lies in identifying who that player will be.

Johnny Avello, the director of race and sportsbook operations for DraftKings, informed Play WV that unlike the Masters, which remains at a fixed location annually, this tournament changes its venue every year, adding an element of unpredictability regarding who might emerge as the top performer.

“That’s a contributing factor to the robustness of in-game betting.”

The tournament’s appeal skyrockets with Tiger Woods’ participation, as galleries simply adore him.

After coming back from a 17-month hiatus due to injury, Woods successfully qualified for the Masters tournament. However, he seemed to lose momentum as he scored two 78s over the weekend.

He has returned with hopes of a better performance. A touch of nostalgia may influence the outcome. Woods has odds of +6500 for a victory, +1200 for a top five finish, and +600 for a top 10 placement.

How to watch the 2022 PGA Championship

The broadcast schedule for Thursday, May 19 is set from 2 to 8 p.m. on ESPN.
On Friday, May 20th, tune in to ESPN from 2 to 8 in the evening.
On Saturday, May 21, ESPN will broadcast from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by CBS from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
On Sunday, May 22, ESPN will broadcast from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., while CBS will take over from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Betting on the PGA Tour

If bettors are unable to catch the action on Thursday’s first tee, they have the opportunity to observe players’ performance and make wagers once they believe they have identified a pattern.

Avello explained that there are individuals who arrive early and may not be satisfied with their position. As a result, they might choose to increase their efforts during the tournament. Additionally, they may observe that a player they had anticipated to perform admirably did not score well in the initial round, despite striking the ball effectively.

Our constant price adjustments aim to provide players with enhanced value. Additionally, gamblers may observe that a player had previously played in the morning, when the course conditions were more challenging. Recognizing that the player is scheduled to tee off in the afternoon the next day, they might consider this an opportune time to place their bets.

According to Avello, gamblers find the adjusted price to be the most favored feature during tournaments as it allows them to take advantage of the changing betting odds throughout the entire weekend.

However, other wagers also possess charm.

It is possible for gamblers to organize a mini-tournament within a larger tournament, where they predict the outcome of matchups between three, four, or possibly even five golfers.

They have the option to bet on the next hole, predicting if a player will achieve the usual par score instead of a bogey or birdie, which would result in a payout.

Typically, par 5s present great chances for birdies, particularly when players have two straightforward shots to reach the green. On the other hand, long par 4s with multi-tiered greens can pose a risk of bogeys.

PGA Championship betting wrinkles at BetMGM

Golf continues to be a haven for shoppers, as the abundance of players allows bettors to thoroughly examine various bookmakers and discover advantageous betting odds discrepancies.

At BetMGM WV Sportsbook, Rahm has odds of +1200, which are slightly higher than the +1100 odds at DraftKings. This translates to a significant profit advantage of $1,200 compared to $1,100 on a $100 wager.

Scheffler has a highly favorable +130 odds to secure a top-10 finish, indicating a promising potential return. Meanwhile, Spieth, who narrowly missed victory at the Byron Nelson, has slightly higher odds at +190 for a top-10 finish.

The top 40 also holds valuable opportunities. While K.H. Lee’s victory at the Byron Nelson last weekend came as a surprise, his chances of finishing within the top 40 were fairly even.

Similar to an NFL game, there is a significant margin for odds in this scenario. To achieve success, a player needs to outperform just over half of the players who qualify.

Presented here is an additional example from Caesars WV.

The odds for Spieth, Will Zalatoris, and Max Homa all making the cut are set at +150.

For the entire championship, you have the opportunity to place a bet on a minimum of two holes-in-one, with odds set at +275. Additionally, the margin of victory can also be considered.