PGA Championship: Oddsmakers like Rory McIlroy Again At Kiawah, But Should You?

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This week marks the occurrence of the second significant golf championship of the 2021 season. Starting on Thursday, the PGA Championship commences, featuring the world’s top male golfers vying for the Wanamaker Trophy at the captivating Kiawah Island, located by the ocean. Betting odds have been set for this thrilling competition.

Which golfers have the potential to compete for the title? Who among them can offer Michigan sports bettors a significant payout?

PGA Championship rundown

The PGA Championship, being one of the four prestigious annual major championships in golf, spans four days and boasts the participation of nearly all the world’s top 100 golfers.

Originally the fourth major in terms of calendar order, the tournament underwent a significant change in 2019 when it was shifted from August to May. However, due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 edition was rescheduled and took place in August.

• The dates are from May 20th to May 23rd, 2021.
• Kiawah Island is situated in South Carolina.
• Course: Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort.
• The golf course has a par of 72.
• The length is 7,876 yards.
• The following TV and streaming channels offer various programs at different times:<br>- CBS<br>- ESPN <br>- ESPN+
• The prize pool amounts to $11 million.
• The prize for first place is a share of $1.98 million.
• Collin Morikawa, the defending champion, emerged victorious at TPC Harding Park in the year 2020.

Rory McIlroy the established favorite

As the event approaches, Rory McIlroy emerges as the top favorite in the PGA Championship betting odds.

This weekend, McIlroy is listed as the favorite with odds of +1100 by DraftKings, FanDuel, and PointsBet Sportsbooks.

It appears that this decision is influenced by the recent momentum as McIlroy triumphed in the Wells Fargo Championship just a fortnight ago.

Nevertheless, it had been his initial victory since November 2019.

Before that event, McIlroy failed to make the cut in two out of his last three tournaments, causing him to drop out of the top 10 in the world rankings. However, his recent victory in Charlotte, N.C. has propelled him back to seventh place.

At this very course, McIlroy achieved a remarkable victory by winning the PGA Championship in 2012, triumphing with a remarkable eight-stroke lead.

While it was an impressive accomplishment, that occurred a considerable time ago. McIlroy did manage to secure victory in the 2014 PGA Championship, but his performance in this event has been limited to only one top-10 finish since then.

Jon Rahm, DJ among other top contenders

Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson, and Jordan Spieth are among the other leading contenders for this weekend, according to the odds.

Rahm is positioned as the second top contender, with DraftKings and PointsBet both placing him at +1400 odds, whereas FanDuel has him slightly higher at +1500.

Despite being third in the world rankings, the Spaniard has yet to secure a victory. He has achieved an impressive six top-10 finishes out of the ten tournaments he has participated in this year. At just 26 years old, Rahm is eagerly striving for his inaugural major championship.

Thomas, who reigned from 1400 to 1600, currently holds the second position in the global rankings. However, his recent performance has been lackluster, as he has failed to secure a spot within the top 10 in four consecutive tournaments. Notably, he emerged as the victor in the 2017 PGA Championship and attained a commendable sixth place finish in 2018.

Ranked fifth in the world, DeChambeau (+1600-1700) has showcased remarkable performance this year. With one victory and four top-10 finishes in 10 tournaments, his achievements speak volumes. Notably, he secured a commendable fourth place in the 2020 PGA Championship and emerged victorious in the challenging 2020 U.S. Open held at Winged Foot in New York.

Despite his recent struggles since winning the 2020 Masters in November, Johnson (+1600-1800) maintains his top spot in the world rankings. Throughout the past six events, DJ has failed to secure a position within the top 10. However, it is worth noting that he has achieved a second-place finish in this particular event for the past two years.

Despite being ranked 26th in the world, Spieth (+1400-1800) is experiencing a resurgence this year. Previously ranked 82nd at the start of 2021, he has managed to secure one victory and achieve seven top-10 finishes in 10 tournaments. The PGA Championship remains the only major tournament that Spieth has yet to conquer in his career.

PGA Championship bets to consider

While selecting the winner of a tournament undoubtedly yields the highest payout, a successful weekend can be achieved through various means.

Here are a few potential wagers to boost your earnings at the PGA Championship:

• Jordan Spieth has been having a remarkable year, showcasing a resurgence in his performance. In his recent track record, he has secured top-10 finishes in four consecutive events and an impressive seven out of his last nine. Additionally, Spieth’s notable third-place finish in the Masters further demonstrates his readiness to compete at a high level in major tournaments once again.
• Hideki Matsuyama, with odds of +200 (DK), is expected to fail to make the cut. Despite being the Masters champion and attracting significant attention as he aims for back-to-back major victories, Matsuyama’s performance this year has been lackluster. Out of the 12 events he has participated in, he has only managed to secure a top-10 finish at Augusta. In contrast, he has missed the cut twice, outnumbering his successful placements. Matsuyama’s overall performance in 2021 has been subpar.
• The expected outcome is for the winner to achieve par on the 72nd Hole at -150 (DK). Historically, major winners have maintained a lead going into the final hole. In the past four PGA Championships, the margin of victory has been more than one stroke. Consequently, the winner is likely to adopt a cautious approach on the last hole, prioritizing avoiding mistakes and securing par. Additionally, the 18th hole is a challenging par-4 spanning 500 yards. Therefore, finishing with a 3 under adverse wind conditions would be exceptionally impressive.

Instead of randomly choosing the tournament winner out of 156 players, it is more profitable to make a few secure bets that you are confident in.

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