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The Open Championship 2026 – Top Contenders & Course Insight

BEOmod723
StatusOpen
CategorySport
Published17 Dec 2025 08:09 UTC
Last Updated27 Dec 2025 05:00 UTC

LEADERBOARD

# Bet options Chance to win Change Odds Return on 100 Related
1 1 Implied Projected Winner Rory McIlroy 4.6% - 21.730 2173
2 Scottie Scheffler 4.26% - 23.450 2345
3 Jon Rahm 3.88% - 25.750 2575
4 Tommy Fleetwood 3.57% - 28.050 2805
5 Xander Schauffele 3.06% - 32.650 3265
6 Bryson DeChambeau 2.53% - 39.550 3955
7 Robert MacIntyre 2.39% - 41.850 4185
8 Ludvig u00c5berg 2.15% - 46.450 4645
9 Tyrrell Hatton 2% - 49.900 4990
10 Collin Morikawa 1.69% - 59.100 5910

Event information

Overview of the Event

The Open Championship, golf’s oldest and most historic major, returns in July 2026 to the legendary links of Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England.
Known for its unpredictable weather, deep bunkers, and strategic layout, Birkdale rewards creativity, accuracy, and mental toughness more than raw distance.

As the final major of the year, the Open always draws a world-class field of PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf players — making it one of the most active outright markets in golf betting.

Recent Champion & Context

At the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush, Rory McIlroy claimed his second Claret Jug in front of home crowds, outlasting Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood in a rain-soaked thriller.
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With the world’s top golfers in peak summer form, the 2026 edition is set to deliver another unpredictable finish where weather, patience, and course management will dictate success.

Proposition Bet: 2026 Open Championship Winner

This outright market lets bettors select which player will lift the Claret Jug in 2026.
Key handicapping points include recent links performance, scrambling ability, and prior experience on Birkdale’s tight fairways and punishing bunkers.


Top Contenders to Watch

Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland)

The defending champion and links specialist. McIlroy’s control off the tee and touch around the greens make him an early favorite to repeat.

Scottie Scheffler (USA)

The current world No. 1 and model of consistency. If his putting holds under windy conditions, Scheffler remains a top-tier threat at any major.

Viktor Hovland (Norway)

Progressing each year with strong ball-striking and improved short game. Hovland’s form in European conditions continues to trend upward.

Tommy Fleetwood (England)

A home favorite at Royal Birkdale. Fleetwood’s local knowledge and patient style give him legitimate winning upside.

Jon Rahm (Spain)

Aggressive yet adaptable. Rahm’s combination of distance and precision suits a firm, fast Birkdale layout if the winds stay moderate.


Key Factors to Consider

  • Weather Impact: Links conditions — wind, rain, and firm turf — drive volatility.

  • Course History: Players with prior success on British links gain a real edge.

  • Short-Game Control: Tight lies and heavy rough demand elite touch around the greens.

  • Mental Endurance: Patience under pressure often separates winners from challengers.

  • Tee-Time Draw: Early-morning or late-afternoon wind swings can shift leaderboard positions drastically.

Quick Summary

Event: The Open Championship 2026 – Winner
Venue: Royal Birkdale Golf Club, England
2025 Champion: Rory McIlroy
Betting Focus: Links experience, ball-striking accuracy, and adaptability to weather.
Best Sources: TheOpen.com, Sky Sports Golf, ESPN, Golf Channel, The Athletic.

Projection Chart

This projection chart for BetMod 723 shows the Top 5 wagering options for "Sport" at 2025-11-03 21:28:44. The current order displaying on the Chart above is "Rory McIlroy" the projected winner, "Scottie Scheffler" in second place, "Jon Rahm" in 3rd place right now, "Tommy Fleetwood" showing up at 4th from the top, "Xander Schauffele" showing up at 5th from the top.