Even though it’s late in the year, we are seeing some great Fall golf. The Shriners Children’s Open has been a PGA Tour stop since 1983, and it usually attracts a standout crowd at this time of year.
One of the fun things about the Shriners is that it is held at TPC Summerlin each year. If you like to bet on golf, it’s easier to understand how players do on a specific course when they play it year after year.
Former champions of the Shriners include Tiger Woods, Jim Furyk, and Patrick Canlaty. Let’s look at some information that may help you pick the best for the 2024 Shriners Children’s Open winner.
Course Breakdown: TPC Summerlin
TPC Summerlin is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. It’s a par 71 course that will play at around 7300 yards for the event. As with many Vegas courses, it has large fairways but fast and firm greens.
Players must hit the fairway, but the real work comes when they hit the approach shot onto the green. The tournament record at TPC Summerlin is a four-day total of 260 from Tom Kim in 2022.
Like any desert-style golf course, TPC Summerlin requires close attention to the greens and is a bit more challenging if the wind picks up.
The finishing stretch at Summerlin is something to watch as well. You’ll find a short par 4 on 15, a par 5 with a large water hazard on 16, a challenging par 3 on 17 and then everything is pulled together on 18 a challenging finish hole that demands two accurate shots.
Shriners Children Open Best Bets & Player Analysis
Now that you have a little background on the tournament and the course, it’s time to look at the best players to bet during the 2024 Shriners Open.
Tom Kim (12/1)
Tom Kim is a very strong young player who is the 2022 and 2023 Shriners Children's Open champion. Can we count him out on winning three in a row? Absolutely not.
He also had plenty of top-10 finishes in 2024, showing us he would love a win to finish out the year.
Taylor Pendrith (22/1)
Pendrith is one of those golfers you may not hear as much about, but his game has been trending upward most of the year.
He is known for his driving accuracy off the tee, so he will be able to set himself up for good approaches into these greens at Summerlin.
Davis Thompson (25/1)
A young golfer with a strong 2024 season, Davis Thompson is a very consistent ball striker.
He plays well on desert courses, likely influencing his odds of winning this championship.
Adam Hadwin (33/1)
When you can combine accurate iron shots with a strong putter it’s going to work out well on a desert course like TPC Summerlin.
If Adam takes advantage of the birdie opportunities he sets himself up for we could see his name at the top of this list.
Rickie Fowler (60/1)
In these events, where young players are vying for a late Fall victory, sometimes it takes the tour veteran to come in and show them how it’s done.
Rickie just had another baby, so we will see if he brings his A-game, but it’s probably not a good idea to count him out.
Harris English (40/1)
Harris can putt it even when the pressure is on. Take a look at his stats for 2024 and see if you think he's trending in the right direction to make him a good bet for the Shriners Children's Open.
He can handle the pressure if he gets himself in a good position.
Betting Tips and Strategies for the 2024 Shriners Children's Open
Still undecided about who you will bet on for the 2024 Shriners Children's Open, here are a few things to help make the process a little easier.
Each course and tournament is different so here are the strategies for the Shriners.
Prioritize Ball-Striking and Approach Play
Take a look at your top choices and check their stats for iron play. Golfers with the best approach shots have the most chance at tackling these difficult greens.
Greens in regulation is an important stat to check. It also makes sense to look at driving accuracy, but that would be secondary to iron play at TPC.
Putting Will Make or Break You
The greens at TPC Summerlin are fast and hard. Look at players' performance on fast greens with lots of slope.
If they have been able to manage that in the past, their game is set up well for TPC Summerlin.
Watch for Local Knowledge
Wondering why Tom Kim looks so good to win this tournament? He’s a fan of the course.
Look at past performances, as well as any Las Vegas natives who may have the upper hand when playing desert golf.
Always Glance at the Trends
Who is playing well and who is heading downhill? Some golfers peak this time of year, and you may want to capitalize on that when they pull through with a victory.
Final Thoughts
The Shriners Children's Open promises to be an exciting event with a deep field and plenty of betting opportunities.
Stay tuned to 888Sport for the latest golf tips and odds and see who has the best chance to walk away with a win. With a mix of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming stars, expect this to be another great event.
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