Scottie Scheffler's odds of clinching a victory seemed dim after he found himself five shots back following Round 1, with odds set at +380. However, a strong performance in Round 2 improved his chances, evident from the refined odds of +330. Meanwhile, Shane Lowry holds a noteworthy advantage, leading by two strokes over Justin Rose and Daniel Brown.
Lowry's credentials at major tournaments are commendable. He was a co-leader after Round 2 of the 2019 British Open and went on to secure a monumental victory by six strokes. Still, "despite his play thus far, and winning the 2019 British Open, this tournament has actually been where Lowry has struggled the most amongst the four majors," notes SportsLine.
Justin Rose is another competitor to keep a close eye on as the weekend approaches. Entering with odds of +650, Rose is poised for a significant performance. Daniel Brown, who led after Round 1, now holds +2200 odds to win the title.
Jon Rahm: A Resilient Contender
Jon Rahm's journey in this championship has been a rollercoaster. After shooting 3-over-par through his first 26 holes, he made a compelling comeback, scoring 2-under-par over the last 10 holes. Currently, Rahm is eight strokes behind Lowry, facing an uphill battle. Yet history tells us not to count Rahm out. "It was just last year that Rahm entered the weekend of the British Open in 39th place and 12 strokes back of the lead only to close the gap and finish in second place," highlights SportsLine.
Rahm's impressive track record includes a second-place finish at last year's British Open and a third-place finish in the 2021 British Open. He also boasts victories in significant tournaments such as the 2021 U.S. Open and the 2023 Masters. Despite his current position, his odds stand at +3500. "There are lots of encouraging signs with both Rahm's play so far and his recent history, so he shouldn't be overlooked with 2024 Open Championship weekend bets," adds SportsLine.
The Model Knows Best
SportsLine's proprietary model has earned a reputation for accuracy. Since June 2020, it has amassed nearly $9,000 on its best bets, and it has a strong track record of predicting outcomes in major tournaments, accurately forecasting the winner of 13 majors thus far. With the model simulating the 2024 Open Championship 10,000 times, its insights are invaluable for bettors and fans alike.
As the 2024 Open Championship progresses, the dynamic between these top players and those chasing the lead promises an enthralling weekend of golf. From Scheffler's improved odds to Lowry's steady lead and Rahm's resilient history, the championship remains wide open.