The PGA Championship arrives at Aronimink Golf Club this week with a field of 156 professionals competing for the Wanamaker Trophy.
The PGA Championship begins at the Aronimink Golf Club, with 156 of the world’s best players competing for the Wanamaker Trophy. Scottie Scheffler enters as the betting favourite, but Oddschecker data from the last 12 hours reveals a more nuanced picture of where punters are actually placing their money.
Despite the market headliners, betting patterns show a spread of support across several contenders, with five golfers standing out as the most backed ahead of the championship.
Ludvig Åberg
Best odds of 20/1 at BetVictor while publishing.
Ludvig Åberg has emerged as the most backed golfer in the field, attracting 6.89% of all recorded bets in the last 12 hours. That short-term surge is reinforced by his wider weekly popularity, with 5.23% of total bets placed on him over the last seven days.
The Swedish star is clearly generating strong interest among punters despite sitting at longer odds compared to the market leaders.
Åberg arrives in excellent form, with multiple top-five finishes across his recent events and standout ball-striking numbers. He ranks among the top performers in strokes gained tee-to-green, underlining the consistency driving his rise.
His major championship record is still developing, but a second-place finish at the 2024 Masters signalled his ability to compete on the biggest stage. A missed cut at the 2025 PGA Championship remains the key blemish, but overall momentum is firmly positive heading into Aronimink.
Scottie Scheffler
Best odds of 11/2 at AK Bets while publishing.
Scottie Scheffler remains the outright favourite, with 6.23% of total bets in the last 12 hours and 5.56% of total weekly bets placed on him.
The world number one and defending champion brings legitimate credentials to Aronimink. His ball-striking data leads the field comprehensively, ranking first in true strokes gained tee-to-green across the year.
Three consecutive runner-up finishes demonstrate remarkable consistency, even if wins have temporarily eluded him. He remains a perfect course fit to go low at Aronimink.
However, Defending major championships remains exceptionally difficult historically, and the field includes genuine contenders capable of exploiting any weakness from the favourite.
Matt Fitzpatrick
Best odds of 25/1 at BetVictor while publishing.
Matt Fitzpatrick has attracted 4.59% of bets in the last 12 hours, alongside 2.71% of bets over the past week, with steady support reflecting his proven major pedigree. The Englishman is the 2022 US Open major champion and brings valuable experience into high-pressure environments.
While his recent form has been steady rather than spectacular, Fitzpatrick’s reputation as a reliable performer in elite fields keeps him firmly in the mix among punters.
His combination of accuracy and composure makes him a consistent presence in betting markets heading into major weeks.
Tommy Fleetwood
Best odds of 28/1 at AK Bets while publishing.
Tommy Fleetwood continues to attract steady backing, with 4.43% of bets in the last 12 hours and 3.89% of weekly total bets, with punters continuing to back his long-awaited search for a maiden major title.
Fleetwood’s reputation in majors is built on consistency and strong contention rather than wins. His precision-based game is well suited to Aronimink’s demands, where control often outweighs raw power.
Despite multiple near-misses over the years, backing remains steady, reflecting ongoing belief in his ability to finally convert on the biggest stage.
Cameron Young
Best odds of 12/1 at BetMGM UK while publishing.
Cameron Young has attracted 4.10% of bets in the last 12 hours, while also ranking among the most popular selections over the past week with 4.97% of total bets. The American brings arguably the strongest recent form of any golfer in this group.
Young has already secured PGA Tour victories this season and continues to post elite statistical numbers across key metrics. His tee-to-green performance ranks among the best in the field, making him a consistent threat in strong lineups.
While major championship success is still to be proven, his current form ensures he remains firmly in the conversation at relatively short odds.
The Course Factor: Aronimink Golf Club
Aronimink presents a 7,394-yard par-70 examination that rewards accuracy and proximity to the pin. Rain early in the week will soften conditions during rounds one and two before harder greens test the skill of the leaders in weekend rounds. Elite ball-strikers will enjoy clear advantages.
Scheffler's tee-to-green excellence becomes almost essential rather than optional. Aberg's emerging ball-striking positions him well for a course that punishes imprecision. Young's accuracy aligns perfectly with course demands. Fleetwood's precision matches what Aronimink requires.
