Even casual golf fans love The Masters, and for golf fanatics this iconic tournament is the highlight of their year. Most dream of playing at Augusta National but would probably settle for watching The Masters in person. And of course they’ll be watching this weekend.
The Favorite
Rory McIlroy is the favorite with Dustin Johnson close behind. The odds for a Tiger Woods win are in the range of 12-1 to 14-1.
SportsLine’s prediction model, built by DFS pro Mike McClure, has an excellent track record predicting major winners, but doesn’t have great news for Tiger. SportsLine simulated The Masters 10,000 times and Tiger doesn’t make the top 10. It used to be fun thinking about Tiger versus the field but those days are long gone.
Why is The Masters so special?
Most golf fans are obsessed with this tournament, as are the pro golfers. Greg Norman famously choked here and still can’t get over it.
The Masters tournament is considered to be one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world for several reasons. Firstly, it is held annually at the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, which is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and exclusive golf courses in the world.
Moreover, The Masters has a rich and storied history, having been founded in 1934 by legendary golf course designer Bobby Jones and investment banker Clifford Roberts. The tournament has seen some of the greatest moments and performances in golfing history, such as Jack Nicklaus’ historic victory in 1986 at the age of 46.
Another factor that makes The Masters so beloved is its strict entry criteria. The tournament is an invitational event, and only the best players in the world are invited to participate. Additionally, the winner of The Masters receives the highly coveted green jacket, which has become emblematic of golfing excellence and is instantly recognizable to fans of the sport.
So enjoy the tournament, and do your research if you’re serious about betting this one.
