With eight days until Augusta, Scottie Scheffler leads the betting markets as the heavy favorite for a third green jacket. Rory McIlroy aims for consecutive wins.
The Masters Tournament returns to Augusta National in just eight days, and the betting markets have spoken clearly: Scottie Scheffler is the overwhelming favorite to claim his third green jacket. The world number one sits at +350 odds, reflecting the confidence bookmakers have in the American’s current form and proven success at the most prestigious event on the golf calendar.
Defending champion Rory McIlroy enters the April 9-12 tournament at +700, setting his sights on an ambitious goal: back-to-back victories and a place alongside Tiger Woods in the exclusive club of consecutive Masters winners. Woods achieved this feat in 2001 and 2002. McIlroy’s strong position in the betting odds underscores his status as the only realistic challenger to Scheffler’s dominance.
DeChambeau, Rahm, and Åberg Among Top Contenders
Bryson DeChambeau has momentum on his side, entering Augusta with odds of +1000 after claiming two consecutive victories on the LIV Golf tour. His recent form suggests he will be a formidable presence at Augusta, though his odds reflect the significant gap between his current hot streak and the favorites.
Jon Rahm (+1200) and Ludvig Åberg (+1500) complete the top five in the betting markets. Both players represent different paths to success at Augusta: Rahm brings major championship experience and proven form on demanding courses, while Åberg represents the rising generation of elite talent showing increasing competitiveness in major tournaments.
Notable Absences and Injury Concerns Shape the Field
The 2026 Masters will feature 93 players, including six amateurs. However, the field will noticeably lack some familiar names. Tiger Woods has stepped away from the tournament, marking a significant absence for the event that defined much of his career. Beyond Woods’ withdrawal, several other contenders have been forced to deal with injury concerns heading into Augusta, potentially impacting the competitive balance of what promises to be a high-quality field.
With just over a week until the first major championship of 2026, the stage is set for what could be a historic battle at Augusta National. Scheffler’s odds-on favorite status reflects his extraordinary consistency and performance this season, but McIlroy’s position as defending champion—combined with the unpredictable nature of tournament golf—ensures that the outcome remains far from certain. The tournament will begin Thursday, April 9th.