(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
PGA TOUR Championship Betting Preview: Key Picks and Long Shots
Brian Harman (+8000) – The left-handed golfer has a long history at Caves Valley Golf Club, dating back to the 2007 Palmer Cup. Harman is 18th in the FedExCup and doesn’t need a big finish to advance to the TOUR Championship, giving him freedom to play his game. He’s recorded two top-10s and a T22 in his last four starts, showing consistency despite long odds in this 49-player field. His balanced game from tee to green makes him a threat, especially if the event turns into a putting contest like it did four years ago.
Si Woo Kim (+750, Top 5) – This market has been productive for bettors, with several successful calls this season. Kim, 41st in the FedExCup, doesn’t need a top-five finish to advance. He recently tied for 14th at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, leading in Strokes Gained: Approach-the-Green and ranking second in SG: Tee-to-Green. With strong ball-striking on unfamiliar putting surfaces, he’s poised to build momentum in this week’s field.
Andrew Novak (+380, Top 10) – Novak is 11th in the FedExCup and guaranteed a spot in his first TOUR Championship. He has proven he can maintain hot form, highlighted by three podium finishes in March and a T6 at TPC Southwind. With only 49 players in the field, Novak’s strong iron play makes him a top-10 contender.
Jhonattan Vegas (+170, Top 20) – Vegas relies on power and precision from tee to green, ideal for Caves Valley’s 7,601-yard layout. Currently 49th in the FedExCup, he has nothing to defend, giving him freedom to play aggressively. Despite just four top-35 finishes this season, all were top-20s, making him a value pick at long odds.
Bud Cauley (+170, Top 20) – At 35, Cauley has bounced back after returning via a Major Medical Extension. Now 46th in the FedExCup, he’s notching his seventh top-25 finish of the season. Cauley maximizes opportunities from tee to green and ranks 17th in PGA TOUR adjusted scoring, offering strong potential in this week’s field.
Odds sourced from FanDuel.
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