US EditionWorld No. 1 Scottie Scheffler Pursues Third Phoenix Open Title
Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite at +240, aiming to defend his title at the WM Phoenix Open, a tournament known for rewarding aggressive scoring and strong ballstriking.
- On Feb. 5, the 2026 WM Phoenix Open begins at TPC Scottsdale with a 123-player field, and FanDuel Sportsbook lists Scottie Scheffler among the top betting choices.
- Coming off multiple wins, Scheffler arrives after four of his last seven starts, with two previous titles at TPC Scottsdale, making him the favorite among bettors.
- The model emphasizes strokes-gained approach at 20%, with smaller weights on par-4, putting, and total metrics, while TPC Scottsdale demands strong approach play and precise short game skills.
- SI picks Si Woo Kim at +2700 because his streak of top-25 finishes makes him a live challenger, while Viktor Hovland at +3700 returns after strong overseas ball-striking, and longshot Christiaan Bezuidenhout at +10000 boasts elite strokes-gained approach and scrambling.
- Known as the loudest event on Tour, the Phoenix Open's atmosphere, purse, and results influence early-season momentum and narratives at TPC Scottsdale.
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