2024 US Open at Pinehurst No. 2: A Grueling Test Awaits

Course Overview: Pinehurst No. 2

Pinehurst No. 2, the legendary Donald Ross design, is set to host its fourth US Open. Known for its challenging layout, the course now stretches to 7,550 yards for the 2024 championship. The last 3 US Opens held here in 1999, 2005, and 2014 had winning scores of even par, -1, and -9, respectively. Expect similar difficulty this year, with firm greens and punishing roughs demanding accuracy and precision.

Key Features:

• Total Yardage: 7,550 yards

• Greens: Firm and fast, requiring precise approach shots

• Fairways: Accuracy off the tee is crucial to avoid trouble

Updates

Jon Rahm has withdrawn from the US Open due to a foot injury after consulting with a medical professional. He was +3000 to win prior to WD. He finished T-10 at the 2023 US Open at LACC. He did not see success in the first 2 majors of the season and will be missing the 3rd.

Betting Odds and Predictions

As the tournament approaches, let's dive into the betting odds and some key players to watch:

• Scottie Scheffler: +300 (Lowest odds to win a major since Tiger in 2009)

• Xander Schauffele: +1100 (Previous major winner)

• Rory McIlroy: +1200

• Collin Morikawa: +1500

• Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau: +1600

• Viktor Hovland: +1700

• Cameron Smith: +3300

• Wyndham Clark: +5500 (Reigning US Open champ)

• Min Woo Lee: +7500

• Byeong Hun An: +9000 (Sleeper pick, +1400 for top 5)

• Jason Day: +9000 (Sleeper pick, +1400 for top 5, strong form this season)

• Tiger Woods: +20,000

• Jake Knapp: +50,000

Special Mention: Adam Scott extends his major streak to 92 consecutive starts, qualifying after the tragic passing of Grayson Murray. Scott was ranked 61st in the OWGR and moved up to 60th.

Tiger Woods' Special Exemption

Tiger Woods has lifetime exemptions into the Masters and PGA Championship as a past champion and can play in the Open Championship until 2036, thanks to his three Claret Jug victories. However, the U.S. Open only provides a 10-year exemption for winners. With his last U.S. Open victory in 2008, and his five-year exemption from winning the 2019 Masters now expired, 2024 marks the first time in Woods' professional career that he needed a special exemption to enter the U.S. Open.

Our Picks

We believe Scottie Scheffler will dominate this tournament, as he often excels in major events. Xander Schauffele is a solid pick for a top 5 finish. With the third major of the season underway, will we see a strong LIV performance from Bryson DeChambeau, or will another PGA Tour member hoist the trophy? Who are your picks?

Remember, this is not financial advice, just our insights into the tournament!

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