After a successful week in Hawaii, our expert has identified four underdogs to watch for in this week’s two events – the Dubai Desert Classic and The American Express.
Despite his 24th place finish, Kurt Kitayama was last week’s top pick at the Sony Open with betting odds of 7.2 on Saturday, resulting in a quietly profitable start to the year.
Following the unexpected victory of 999/1 outsider Grayson Murray and the impressive win of 229/1 shot Chris Kirk, there is a strong possibility of another triple-digit underdog taking the title at the PGA Tour.
The American Express has a history of producing surprise winners, with three of the last five champions having odds between 249/1 and 999/1.
Two picks for this event include Korea’s K.H. Lee and Lee Hodges. Lee has achieved promising results at the event in the past, while Hodges is coming off a notable victory at the 3M Open two years ago.
The Dubai Desert Classic has not seen as many longshot winners, but players like Li Haotong and Lucas Herbert have defied the odds in recent years. Antoine Rozner, Matt Cooper’s pick in his each-way column, is another one to watch for in this tournament.
Another potential dark horse is Ewen Ferguson, who showed early promise at last week’s Dubai invitational. His solid play and past success in the desert make him a contender worth considering.
While these players may not be the top favourites, their performances in past tournaments and their odds make them intriguing prospects for anyone looking to place longshot bets.
With multiple underdogs showing great potential, it is evident that the upcoming tournaments are filled with opportunities for surprise victories and big paydays. So, it is important to be aware of these underdogs as they compete on the course.
In conclusion, while the top favourites will undoubtedly attract the most attention, it is always thrilling to witness an underdog shake things up and claim victory against the odds. With the Dubai Desert Classic and The American Express just around the corner, it is the perfect time for these longshots to shine.
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Sources:
– SteveThePunter on Twitter
– Dave Tindall’s American Express preview