Reduced odds for Rory McIlroy in the Open Championship taking place at Portrush
The 153rd Open Championship is currently underway at Royal Portrush, with Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy among the top favourites, despite not being the bookmakers’ outright pick for victory. Here’s a breakdown of the latest odds and key competitors:
### Odds Leaders
| Golfer | Latest Odds | Notes | |-----------------------|--------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | **Scottie Scheffler** | +450 / 9-2 | World No. 1, defending PGA champion, and favourite in every major this year. | | **Rory McIlroy** | +700 / 7-1 | Second favourite, Masters champion, Grand Slam winner, strong hometown support. | | **Jon Rahm** | +1200 / 12-1 | Three top-10 finishes in last four Opens, excellent links form. | | **Bryson DeChambeau** | +2000 | Major winner, known for power game. | | **Xander Schauffele** | +2500 | Consistent contender in majors. | | **Collin Morikawa** | +2800 | Two-time major champion, including The Open. | | **Tommy Fleetwood** | +2800 | Strong record in UK golf, seeking first major. | | **Ludvig Åberg** | +2800 | Rising star, impressive early career. | | **Viktor Hovland** | +3000 | Multiple PGA Tour wins, major potential. | | **Tyrrell Hatton** | +3000 | Contender, especially in UK/Ireland prop bets. | | **Shane Lowry** | +3000 | 2019 Open winner at Royal Portrush, but recent form questionable. |
### Notable Prop Bets
- **Top U.K. and Ireland Player:** Rory McIlroy (+200) is the favourite in this category, reflecting his status as a local hero and recent form. Shane Lowry (+700), Tommy Fleetwood (+600), and Tyrrell Hatton (+700) are also seen as strong contenders in this market. - **Jon Rahm** is a popular pick for his consistent Open performances and excellent links record.
### Context
- **Scheffler** remains the betting favourite, continuing his dominant season. - **McIlroy** is the sentimental favourite, especially with the event in Northern Ireland, and his recent Masters and Grand Slam victories have only heightened expectations. - **Jon Rahm**, as the next-closest contender, is viewed by oddsmakers as a serious threat, given his strong Open and links pedigree.
### Summary
Scottie Scheffler is the clear betting favourite at The Open 2025, with Rory McIlroy a close second and Jon Rahm rounding out the top three. McIlroy is also heavily favoured among home (U.K. and Ireland) players, while Shane Lowry, the last winner at Royal Portrush, remains in the mix. The odds reflect both current form and the unique narrative of a major championship returning to McIlroy’s home region.
In addition to golf, other popular sports with betting markets for The Open Championship include MMA and sports like betting on the top U.K. and Ireland Player category, where Rory McIlroy is favored, as he is in his home region. Jon Rahm, who has impressed in the Open and on links courses, is also a popular MMA and sports bet. With Scottie Scheffler as the clear betting favorite, sports enthusiasts have a range of options beyond just golf to follow and potentially bet on during The Open.
