Revealing the Present Betting Favorites and Initial Selections for the Contenders
The 88th edition of the prestigious Masters Tournament is fast approaching, and the betting markets are heating up with some intriguing odds for the top golfers.
As of the latest available odds, Scottie Scheffler stands as the clear favourite to take home the coveted green jacket. With odds ranging between +400 to +450, this implies a roughly 20-22% chance of victory for the current world number one. Scheffler has been in impressive form lately, having won back-to-back titles at the Arnold Palmer and The Players, although a potential letdown is anticipated due to the lower odds.
Jon Rahm is another strong contender for the 2024 Masters, with odds near +1400. This translates to approximately a 6.7% chance of winning, making him a formidable challenger. Despite not having won a LIV Golf Tournament, Rahm is expected to contend for the win at Augusta National, given his impressive four-round golf game. Notably, Rahm is the defending champion and has odds of +1100, making him an attractive option for those who believe he can repeat his victory.
Xander Schauffele, the world's fifth-ranked golfer, is listed around +1100 to +1400, implying about a 7-9% chance of winning. Despite yet to win a tournament this season, Schauffele has six finishes of tenth or better in eight tournaments played. His top finishes include a third at The American Express, a fourth at the Genesis Invitational, a second at The Players, and a fifth at the Valspar. Schauffele is the top pick for the 2024 Masters with odds of +1300.
Hideki Matsuyama, who had a great twelfth place finish at the Arnold Palmer, is further down the list with odds around +3000. This translates to approximately a 3.3% chance to win. Matsuyama has also shown his ability to navigate Augusta National, finishing sixth at The Players and seventh at the Valero.
In summary, the 2024 Masters winning odds (approximate from recent sources) are as follows:
| Player | Odds | Implied Probability | |-------------------|--------|---------------------| | Scottie Scheffler | +400 to +450 | ~20-22% | | Jon Rahm | +1400 | ~6.7% | | Xander Schauffele | +1100 to +1400 | ~7-9% | | Hideki Matsuyama | +3000 | ~3.3% |
With the 2024 Masters Tournament just around the corner, these odds provide an exciting glimpse into the potential contenders for the green jacket.
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