Scheffler, McIlroy Lead PGA Championship Odds

The second major championship of the golf season, the PGA Championship, is set to begin with Scottie Scheffler as the betting favorite. Scheffler, who won the event last year, is listed at +480 odds to repeat his victory. Rory McIlroy, the recent Masters champion, follows closely as the second favorite at +850.

The tournament is taking place at Aronimink Golf Club, located near Philadelphia. This venue has a rich history, having last hosted a major championship in 1962 when Gary Player won the PGA Championship. It has also hosted other significant events, including the 1977 U.S. Amateur and several PGA Tour tournaments.

Behind the top two favorites, a notable gap exists before the next tier of contenders. Cameron Young is listed at +1200, riding a wave of recent success that includes wins at the Players Championship and Cadillac Championship. LIV golfers Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau are also in contention, with odds of +1500 and +2000, respectively. Xander Schauffele is positioned between them at +1800.

Aronimink, a Donald Ross design, is expected to offer opportunities for birdies, with previous PGA Tour events there seeing winning scores around 20-under par. Players who excel in driving distance and approach shots are anticipated to perform well on this course.