The third of 2024's four major championships — the U.S. Open — is heading to Pinehurst Resort from June 13-16.
Wyndham Clark outdueled Rory McIlroy in the final round at LACC in 2023 for a shocking breakthrough win but U.S. Open odds for 2024 are already seeing Scottie Scheffler pull away from the pack.
2024 U.S. Open odds
| Golfer |  |
 |
|---|---|---|
| Scotie Scheffler | +350 | +400 |
| Rory McIlroy | +1,100 | +1,000 |
| Jon Rahm | +1,100 | +1,000 |
| Ludvig Aberg | +1,600 | +1,800 |
| Xander Schauffele | +1,800 | +2,000 |
| Brooks Koepka | +1,800 | +1,600 |
| Viktor Hovland | +2,000 | +1,600 |
| Patrick Cantlay | +2,000 | +2,000 |
| Collin Morikawa | +2,200 | +2,200 |
| Cam Smith | +2,500 | +2,500 |
| Wyndham Clark | +2,500 | +2,800 |
Odds as of 4/23.
2024 U.S. Open favorites
Scottie Scheffler (+350 to +400)
The World No. 1's odds at the majors are seeing new lows considering he's 4/1 or shorter to win each major this season and that includes a +350 price at Pinehurst in June.
His run of four wins in five starts can't be overstated and the odds haven't taken long to reflect that level of success.
Rory McIlroy (+1,000 to +1,100)
Rory's first of four major championship victories came at the 2011 U.S. Open at Congressional as a 21-year-old. He lapped the field, winning by eight shots.
He's been in contention each of the last three years but hasn't been able to seal the deal. Will 2024 be the year that changes?
Jon Rahm (+1,000 to +1,100)
It's an interesting time for the 2021 U.S. Open champ considering he hasn't yet won on LIV Golf and was a non-factor in his Masters title defense.
With that said, he's finished T8 or better in all five of his LIV starts and can just as easily get hot leading up to Pinehurst.
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U.S. Open recent winners and odds history
Let's take a look at some recent U.S. Open winners and their closing odds to win:
| Year | Golfer | Closing odds |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Wyndham Clark | +10,000 |
| 2022 | Matt Fitzpatrick | +3,000 |
| 2021 | Jon Rahm | +1,000 |
| 2020 | Bryson DeChambeau | +2,200 |
| 2019 | Gary Woodland | +8,000 |
| 2018 | Brooks Koepka | +2,000 |
| 2017 | Brooks Koepka | +3,000 |
| 2016 | Dustin Johnson | +1,500 |
| 2015 | Jordan Spieth | +800 |
| 2014 | Martin Kaymer | +4,000 |
| 2013 | Justin Rose | +2,500 |
| 2012 | Webb Simpson | +5,000 |
| 2011 | Rory McIlroy | +2,000 |
| 2010 | Graeme McDowell | +6,600 |
Odds courtesy of SporstOddsHistory.
Golfers with multiple U.S. Open wins
| Golfer | Number of U.S. Open wins |
|---|---|
| Willie Anderson | 4 |
| Bobby Jones | 4 |
| Ben Hogan | 4 |
| Jack Nicklaus | 4 |
| Willie Smith | 4 |
| Tiger Woods | 3 |
| Hale Irwin | 3 |
| Retief Goosen | 2 |
| Curtis Strange | 2 |
| Andy North | 2 |
| Ernie Els | 2 |
| Lee Janzen | 2 |
| Payne Stewart | 2 |
| Lee Trevino | 2 |
| Billy Casper | 2 |
| Julius Boros | 2 |
| Cary Middlecoff | 2 |
| Ralph Guldahl | 2 |
| Gene Sarazen | 2 |
| Walter Hagen | 2 |
| John McDermott | 2 |
| Alex Smith | 2 |
| Brooks Koepka | 2 |
More major championship odds
| Event | Favorite | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| The Open Championship (2024) | Rory McIlroy | +800 |
Odds courtesy of bet365 as of Feb. 7, 2024.
How do golfers qualify for the U.S. Open?
Here are some of the main methods of qualification for the U.S. Open:
Exemption Categories: The United States Golf Association (USGA) designates several exemption categories, which grant automatic entry to certain players. These categories include:
- Past U.S. Open champions (typically exempt for 10 years)
- Winners of other major championships (e.g., The Masters, The Open Championship, PGA Championship) in the last five years
- Top finishers from the previous year's U.S. Open
- Players who have finished in the Top 60 of the Official World Golf Ranking
- Winners of specific tournaments and amateur championships
Local and Sectional Qualifying: The USGA conducts a two-stage qualifying process for the U.S. Open. Local qualifying events are held at various golf courses throughout the United States. Golfers who advance from the local stage then compete in sectional qualifiers, which take place at a few selected locations. Successful performers at these qualifiers earns a spot in the U.S. Open field.
International Qualifying: International players who are not exempt can participate in international qualifying events organized by the USGA. These events are held in different countries and provide an opportunity for talented golfers from around the world to earn a place in the tournament.
How to bet on golf
The U.S. Open is one of the most bet golf events of the year, so naturally, there are many who will be placing their first golf bets on the tournament. If that happens to be you, we've got you covered with our beginner's guide to how to bet on golf.
The most popular way to bet on golf is by simply picking the winner, which is referred to as an outright. There are plenty of other ways to wager, however, including top finishers, head-to-head matchups, and plenty of props.
U.S. Open Odds FAQs
Scottie Scheffler and Jon Rahm are current betting co-favorites to win the 2024 U.S. Open, with odds of +800. Rory McIlroy sits third on the board at +1,000.
Wyndham Clark won the 2023 U.S. Open with closing odds of +10,000. He's on the board at +4,500 to defend his title in 2024.
Wyndham Clark defied the odds by winning the 2023 U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club. He finished the tournament 10-under, one shot better than Rory McIlroy.
