The golf course staff at Pinehurst No.2 is getting the course in top condition to host the 2024 U.S. Open.
From events held at Pinehurst in the past, we know that the rough will be thick and the greens fast and hard.
Some top players are on an upward trend and look like they could be contenders in this next major of the year.
If you are wondering who the top player picks are and need some golf betting advice, you are in the right place. Let’s look at some of the best U.S. Open tips for golf betting.
Golfers Who Could Win The 2024 U.S. Open
Here are some golfers with the best odds to win the U.S. Open and a few long-shot picks for you to consider.
Scottie Scheffler
Even after the week Scottie had at Valhalla, he still had an incredible final round to work his way up the leaderboard.
Scottie has consistently performed well in major championships, and he is known for his strong iron play, which is something he’ll need at Pinehurst.
Scottie's putter is working well this season, and if he reads the greens at No.2 correctly, he will make a lot of putts.
Rory McIlroy
McIlroy had a U.S. Open victory when he won at Congressional in 2011. He also has additional top 10 finishes throughout the years.
Rory played well at the PGA Championship, so his game is ready for the Open. One of his major strengths is distance, which will be helpful at Pinehurst as long as he can hit it straight.
Jon Rahm
Jon Rahm won the 2021 U.S. Open and certainly knows how to perform under pressure.
Rahm is an aggressive golfer with a strong mental game. He will need those skills when he faces Pinehurst.
Xander Schauffele
It may have taken a little while for Xander to break through but he isnow a major champion.
With a win at the PGA Championship just a few weeks ago it’s hard to count Xander out as a top contender in the 2024 U.S. Open.
Xander's game is highly adaptable and has no major weaknesses and that will help him in this event.
Viktor Hovland
Viktor Hovland seems to make a run at almost every major championship. He has had several top-15 finishes in U.S. Opens and is a great ball striker.
Hovland has also worked hard on his short game, so it’s ready for Pinehurst Greens.
Brooks Koepka
Brooks Koepka loves the majors. He won the 2017 and 2018 U.S. Opens and can handle any kind of pressure that is thrown his way.
The big thing for Brooks is whether or not he goes on a run. When he gets going, he’s hard to stop.
Collin Morikawa
Collin doesn’t have a U.S. Open yet, so he’s certainly motivated to get one. One thing that helps Collin stand out is his exceptional iron play and precision.
If he can hit it close at Pinehurst, it will give him a significant advantage.
Rickie Fowler
Rickie Fowler has been kind of quiet this year but he was runner up in the 2014 U.S. Open at Pinehurst.
He has a good feel for the course and his game is suited for it. He’s a bit of a long shot pick but one to keep in mind.
Other Golfers To Consider
Although they may be some of the top picks for the U.S. Open, don’t forget about last year's champion, Wyndham Clark.
In addition, Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Dustin Johnson often play well in Majors and are previous U.S. Open champions. Ludvig Aberg, Sahith Theegala, and Shane Lowry are also playing great golf.
Final Thoughts
When you make your picks through 888Sport for the 2024 U.S. Open, keep in mind that the fairways will be narrow, and the rough will be long.
Golfers who have a great short game will have an easier time making those necessary up-and-downs for par. This isn’t a course where you can crush the ball and hope it works out; it’s all about placement. Let’s see who will manage that the best!
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