The 88th edition of The Masters is set to tee off on Thursday, with golf’s top stars poised to compete on the Augusta greens.
One of the most anticipated returns is Tiger Woods, who partners with veteran Lance Bennett after his hiatus since February’s Genesis Open.
While Woods brings excitement, he’s not among the favorites. Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy lead the early betting odds.
According to Golf Monthly’s Neil Tappin, Jon Rahm could shine at Augusta, while Sporting News’ Jacob Camenker backs Scheffler’s prowess.
Sia Nejad from SportsLine favors Hideki Matsuyama, despite long odds, citing his stellar history and improving game.
Meanwhile, Riley Hamel of GolfWeek sees value in Brooks Koepka, who has a strong track record at majors.
Defending champion Jon Rahm, though a contender, faces challenges, as highlighted by Golf Digest’s Alex Myers.
With a history of surprises, The Masters promises an exhilarating weekend of world-class golf, sure to captivate fans.