Betting on the PGA Tour requires careful consideration of risk versus reward, as many golf bettors often place large wagers for relatively small potential returns. Here's what you need to know about the current state of golf betting and recent developments in the sport.

Major Tournament Betting Trends

• The 2025 PGA Tour season opened at Kapalua with The Sentry, featuring a $20M purse
• The Open Championship currently favors World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler
• US Open saw heavy betting action on Scheffler despite short odds

Recent Industry Developments

• PGA Tour expanded its integrity program to enhance sports betting monitoring
• Las Vegas Sands signed Collin Morikawa as brand ambassador
• FanDuel secured North Carolina market access through PGA Tour partnership
• ESPN Bet became the first major sports betting partnership at a PGA Championship

Notable Events and Controversies

• Korn Ferry Tour faced betting-related suspensions, including Jake Staiano for a $116 bet
• The PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger was positively received by US sportsbooks
• Strategic Sports Group confirmed providing player equity
• Potential investors include Endeavor and Fenway Sports Group

Venue and Tournament Updates

• DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale announced opening plans
• Netflix Golf Cup scheduled at Wynn Las Vegas, featuring F1 drivers vs PGA stars
• Tribal casinos dominate Golfweek's Best Casino Golf Course rankings
• Las Vegas' Atomic Golf facility implemented cooling system improvements

Major Championships and Competition

• Ryder Cup saw Europe take a commanding lead into Singles Sunday
• US team favored in domestic markets while Europe favored overseas
• Hard Rock Bet introduced microbetting lines with LIV Golf Chicago
• The Masters tournament resulted in significant losses for sportsbooks due to Scheffler's dominance

These developments highlight the growing integration between professional golf and sports betting, with new partnerships and technological advances shaping the future of golf wagering.

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