Is Rory roaring?
As the PGA Championship commences in South Carolina on Thursday, online bettors from Mountain State will undoubtedly take into account various factors while placing their wagers.
Rory McIlroy, who has experienced a sudden resurgence, is currently leading the pack at +1100 at William Hill Sportsbook WV.
Second on the list with odds of +1400 is Jon Rahm. Following closely behind at +1600 are both Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas.
At +1800, Dustin Johnson and Bryson DeChambeau are currently positioned.
PGA Championship betting at WV sportsbooks
The activity within the top 5 positions before the tournament has been unusually lively. Initially, McIlroy and Thomas held the lead together, but McIlroy, who recently ended his 18-month streak without a win by triumphing at the Wells Fargo Championship, has now emerged as the favored contender.
One of the world’s top players could potentially gain significant momentum from their tour victory, especially considering they had missed the cut at the Masters just a month before.
When the PGA Championship took place at the Kiawah Island resort Ocean Course in 2012, McIlroy emerged as the victor. He achieved a remarkable 13-under-par final score, while the majority of the participants struggled to match or surpass par.
It is anticipated once more on this course, renowned for its strong breezes. Bettors will consider this when placing in-game bets on the possibility of a birdie on the next hole.
Last weekend, Spieth achieved a commendable ninth-place finish at the Byron Nelson tournament. For bettors who prefer to capitalize on a golfer’s momentum from one event to another, Spieth is an excellent choice.
Nick Bogdanovich, director of trading for William Hill US, expressed, “Rory has been performing well for us, so I decreased his odds on Monday. Many believe he is back in top form. Currently, we are experiencing losses with Rory, Spieth, and Justin Thomas, who are among the top contenders. Even when we receive more bets, which will likely happen swiftly this week, I doubt we will come out ahead with Spieth – we anticipate losses with him regardless.”
Not only did Spieth perform admirably in the tournament last week, but he is also crafting one of the most captivating narratives of the week.
His goal is to achieve a rare feat in golf by becoming the sixth player ever to win all four PGA majors during his career. The prestigious list of players who have accomplished this includes Ben Hogan, Gene Sarazen, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, and Gary Player.
The Masters, the PGA Championship, the US Open, and the Open Championship are considered the majors. These prestigious tournaments are seamlessly connected to the PGA circuit, taking place in consecutive months from April to July.
This acts as a central point and influences the participation of players in tournaments that take place either the week before or after the major events.
The upcoming US Open, scheduled for June 17-20, will take place in the vicinity of San Diego.
The Open Championship is scheduled to take place in England from July 15th to July 18th.
PGA Championship betting tips
If Spieth remains competitive in the final two rounds, he will receive significant attention.
The Top 5 and Top 10 spots at William Hill also offer significant value.
For McIlroy, the odds are +250 for finishing in the Top 5 and +130 for finishing in the Top 10. On the other hand, Spieth offers a return of +300 for a Top 5 finish and +163 for a Top 10 finish.
The favorites’ odds are displayed on DraftKings Sportsbook WV as follows:
- McIlroy +1150
- Rahm +1450
- Thomas +1450
- Spieth +1500
- DeChambeau +1650
How To Watch:
- The TV schedule for ESPN on Thursday and Friday is from 1-7 p.m.
- On Saturday and Sunday, ESPN will broadcast from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., while CBS will take over from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Other betting vehicles:
The entire weekend has become enjoyable for golf.
The inclusion of nationality props, anticipated scores on upcoming holes, and ongoing updates on head-to-head matchups throughout the weekend enhances the level of excitement.
In addition to pre-tournament leaderboard bets such as win, Top 10, and making the cut, golf now offers a weekend-long version of in-game betting.
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