The PGA season is starting to wind down, as the FedEx Cup tournament is just around the corner. Before we get to that huge tournament, though, there is still the business of the final major of the season to take care of. The 2017 PGA Championship will tee of this Thursday, August 10 at the Quail Hollow course in Charlotte, North Carolina.While this is the first time that a major will be held at this course, it is one that is familiar to many of the golfers taking part, as this is the course that has been hosting the Wells Fargo Championship for the past few years. While that may seem to play into the favor of the players who have won here in the past, which includes one of the tournament favorites, it is worth noting that there have been some changes made to the course to make it that much tougher. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the betting odds favorites for the 2017 PGA Championship, and let’s also make a prediction for the winner.
A Closer Look at the 2017 PGA Championship Insider’s Betting Guide
Rory McIlroy (+550)
This is a tournament that has always gone well for the Irishman, and he has won it twice in the last 5 years. Add to that the fact that he has won twice at this course playing in the Wells Fargo, whilst also shooting a course record 61 in 2015 and it’s easy to see why the bookies love him here. McIlroy has had some injury issues, and also has a new caddie to contend with, but he has been consistently in and around the top 10 in every PGA event he has taken part in this season. I like him to be in the mix on Sunday, but think he will fall just short.Golfer, Group Matchup & Future Betting Explained
Jordan Spieth (+650)
There is more than just another major opportunity on the line for Spieth at this event, as a win at Quail Hollow would give him a career Grand Slam. There is certainly no golfer hotter than Spieth right now, as he has won 2 of his last 3 tournaments, which included a win at the British Open. This is a course that rewards length and accuracy, both of which Spieth has in spades. He is the man to be in Charlotte, and I believe he will be the golfer who comes away with the win on Sunday.
