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2025 Masters Preview – Can McIlroy Complete the Grand Slam at Augusta?

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The world’s best golfers have gathered once more in Georgia for The Masters, as the chase for the iconic Green Jacket and golfing immortality gets underway at Augusta National.Scottie Scheffler returns as defending champion following a commanding four-shot victory last year. The world number one is aiming to become the first back-to-back Masters winner since Tiger Woods and add a third major title to his résumé within four seasons.Hot on his heels is Rory McIlroy, fresh from victories at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and The Players Championship. McIlroy is bidding to complete the career Grand Slam and finally conquer the only major to elude him.

Contenders to Watch

Also in contention is Xander Schauffele, with two major wins last year and a strong Augusta record. Collin Morikawa and Ludvig Åberg arrive in good form, while Hideki Matsuyama, Russell Henley, and Viktor Hovland have all won on the PGA Tour in 2025.

Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry also bring consistency and experience as they chase their first majors.

McIlroy’s Grand Slam Bid

Golf legend Dame Laura Davies believes McIlroy’s time has come: “His form this year is great and it’s hard to see him not cross the finish line at Augusta.”

Butch Harmon added: “If he can relax and just play golf, this could be the week he gets over the hump.”

Morikawa’s Augusta Record

Morikawa has posted finishes of 5th, T-10th, and T-3rd in his last three Masters starts. Analysts highlight his current iron play as the best in the world—perfect for Augusta’s second-shot demands.

English Hopes at Augusta

Tommy Fleetwood is tipped for success if he can putt well, while Tyrrell Hatton, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Justin Rose also aim to end England’s Masters drought.

Former pro Ewen Murray believes Hatton could surprise: “If he can stay mentally calm, he absolutely has the tools to challenge.”

Expert Predictions

  • Rich Beem: Winner – Rory McIlroy | Dark Horse – Brian Harman
  • Andrew Coltart: Winner – Collin Morikawa | Dark Horse – Russell Henley
  • Dame Laura Davies: Winner – Rory McIlroy | Dark Horse – Akshay Bhatia
  • Nick Dougherty: Winner – Collin Morikawa | Dark Horse – Tommy Fleetwood
  • Butch Harmon: Winner – Rory McIlroy | Dark Horse – Tommy Fleetwood

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The Arnold Palmer Invitational 2024 at Bay Hill Club & Lodge is set to deliver another thrilling PGA Tour showdown. With Scottie Scheffler aiming for a third consecutive title and Rory McIlroy seeking redemption, smart bettors will be looking for value beyond the favorites.

🏌 Best Bets Based on Course History

✅ Scottie Scheffler (4/1) – Defending Champion & Top Favorite

Recent Finishes: 1st (2024), 4th (2023), 1st (2022), 15th (2020)

With two wins in the last three years, Scheffler dominates Bay Hill. His elite ball-striking and consistency make him a strong pick, but at 4/1, the value is limited.

✅ Rory McIlroy (9/1) – Each-Way Option

Recent Finishes: 21st (2024), 2nd (2023), 13th (2022), 10th (2021), 5th (2020)

McIlroy’s four top-10 finishes in the last five years make him an excellent each-way bet at 9/1.

✅ Max Homa (22/1) – Value Pick

Recent Finishes: 8th (2024), 14th (2023), 17th (2022), 10th (2021), 24th (2020)

Steady improvement at Bay Hill and strong recent form make Homa a great mid-range betting option.

📈 Trending Upwards – Potential Value Bets

🔹 Sungjae Im (30/1) – Safe Each-Way Play

Recent Finishes: 18th (2024), 21st (2023), 20th (2022), 21st (2021)

Four consecutive top-25 finishes prove his consistency at Bay Hill.

🔹 Russell Henley (50/1) – Long-Shot Sleeper

Recent Finishes: 4th (2024), 53rd (2023), 13th (2022)

After a 4th-place finish in 2024, Henley is a major long-shot contender at 50/1.

❌ Golfers to Avoid – Poor Course History

  • 🚩 Matt Fitzpatrick (24.40 Avg. Finish) – Missed cut in 2024, overpriced at 20/1.
  • 🚩 Chris Kirk (24.00 Avg. Finish) – Inconsistent finishes, not worth a bet.
  • 🚩 Viktor Hovland (27.80 Avg. Finish) – Only one top-10 finish, lacks consistency.

🎯 Final Betting Picks for Arnold Palmer Invitational 2024

🏆 Best Outright Bets

  • ✔ **Scottie Scheffler – 4/1** (Defending champ, elite form)
  • ✔ **Rory McIlroy – 9/1 Each-Way** (Strong track record, solid bet)

🎯 Each-Way & Value Picks

  • ✔ **Max Homa – 22/1** (Consistently improving at Bay Hill)
  • ✔ **Sungjae Im – 30/1** (Four straight top-25 finishes)
  • ✔ **Harris English – 40/1** (Runner-up in 2023, great long shot)

💰 Long-Shot Sleeper Bets

  • ✔ **Russell Henley – 50/1** (Finished 4th in 2024, trending up)
  • ✔ **Sam Burns – 45/1** (Elite putter on Bermuda greens, great upside)

🔎 Key Betting Trends for Arnold Palmer Invitational 2024

  • ✅ 7 of the last 8 winners ranked inside the top 10 for greens in regulation.
  • ✅ Elite ball-strikers dominate at Bay Hill.
  • ✅ Players with strong Florida form perform well.

With Scheffler and McIlroy leading the market, Homa, Im, and Henley offer solid value. For **big returns, sleeper picks like Henley and Burns could surprise**.

For the latest PGA Tour betting insights, predictions, and expert picks, stay tuned for more analysis!

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