2026 Open Championship: Computer picks for Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, more
The 2026 Open Championship is approaching, with Scottie Scheffler entering as the betting favorite. A proprietary computer model from SportsLine has simulated the tournament to provide predictions for top contenders.
Why it matters
The integration of predictive modeling into sports journalism reflects the growing influence of data analytics and gambling in professional sports coverage.
Americans have won each of the last three Open Championships, with Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele and Brian Harman prevailing. Not since 2003-06 have U.S.-born golfers won this major four straight times, a drought that many will try to end at The Open 2026. In addition to the aforementioned, the likes of Bryson DeChambeau, Cameron Young and Wyndham Clark are contenders to claim the 2026 Open Championship. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy, Matt Fitzpatrick, Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose and Aaron Rai are among the Brits looking to triumph at the British Open 2026 when play begins on Thursday, July 16.
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