The 2023 U.S. Open begins at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, featuring golf's biggest names competing for one of the sport's most prestigious titles. Here are the top betting picks with the best combination of skill, form, and value:

Jon Rahm (+1400)

• Current leader in Strokes Gained: off-the-tee
• 4th in SG: tee-to-green
• Defending U.S. Open champion
• Nine top-10 major finishes
• Strong value compared to favorites McIlroy (+900) and Thomas (+1100)

Matthew Fitzpatrick (+2200)

• Won 2013 U.S. Amateur at The Country Club
• 10th in SG: off-the-tee
• 5th in SG: tee-to-green
• Elite scrambling ability
• Course knowledge advantage

Viktor Hovland (+3300)

• Strong U.S. Open record (T12 in 2019, T13 in 2020)
• 17th in SG: off-the-tee
• 7th in SG: approach-the-green
• 5th in birdie average
• Currently ranked 8th in world

Aaron Wise (+7000)

• 10th in SG: approach (last 24 rounds)
• 16th in SG: off-the-tee (season)
• Top 30 in birdie percentage
• Recent runner-up at Memorial Tournament
• Strong value as longshot pick

Keys for success at The Country Club include accuracy off the tee, strong iron play, and effective scrambling around the small greens. The challenging course setup typical of U.S. Opens should favor players who excel in these areas.

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