Best Sportsbooks for Betting on Major Golf Tournaments

[Tan]

Alright, let’s cut to the chase. If you’re betting on major golf tournaments, the sportsbook you pick can make or break your experience. I’ve been deep into golf betting for years, and here’s my take on what works best for the big events like the Masters, PGA Championship, or The Open.
First off, you need a book with solid market depth. Golf isn’t like football or basketball—tournaments have huge fields, and the best sportsbooks offer outright winners, top 10s, top 20s, head-to-head matchups, and prop bets like first-round leader or hole-in-one odds. Bet365 and DraftKings stand out here. Bet365 has an insane range of prop markets, especially for the majors, and their live betting interface is smooth for in-play wagers like who’ll win a specific hole. DraftKings is great for head-to-heads and has decent odds boosts during the Masters or Ryder Cup.
Odds are obviously key. I’ve found FanDuel consistently offers competitive prices on golf outrights, especially for mid-tier players who can sneak into a top 5. Compare that to some smaller books where the juice is way too high on anything outside the top favorites. William Hill is another one to check—they tend to price up dark horses better than most, which is huge for golf where longshots can hit.
Payout speed matters too. Nothing worse than waiting a week for your winnings after a Sunday birdie seals your bet. BetMGM has been reliable for me—usually get funds in 24-48 hours. PointsBet is solid too, but their golf markets aren’t as deep, so I’d only use them for outrights.
One thing to watch out for: some books limit golf bets or are slow to grade them. Had issues with Caesars taking forever to settle top-20 bets because they wait for every official stat to come in. Annoying when you’re sitting on a winner. Stick to books that settle fast and don’t nickel-and-dime you on niche markets.
For European bettors or anyone eyeing the DP World Tour alongside the PGA, Unibet’s worth a look. They cover smaller tournaments well and often have better odds on Euro players like Rory or Rahm when they’re playing stateside majors. Their app’s decent for live tracking too.
My advice? Shop around. Use 2-3 books and compare odds for every major. Golf’s unpredictable, and even a slight edge in pricing can add up when you’re backing a +5000 shot. Also, check the promos—free bets or risk-free wagers for the majors can give you extra shots at a big payout. Anyone got other books they rate for golf? I’m always looking to test new ones.

 

[Mark0207]

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Solid breakdown, and I’m with you on the need for deep markets and sharp odds when betting golf majors. Since you’re diving into sportsbooks for the big tournaments, I’ll toss in my two cents from the lens of someone who spends way too much time tracking odds movements, including for niche sports like esports, which honestly shares some overlap with golf betting—big fields, longshots, and live swings.

Bet365 is a beast for golf, no question. Their prop markets are next-level, especially for stuff like first-round leaders or nationality bets (e.g., top American or top Scandinavian). What I like is how fast they post odds—sometimes Monday morning for Thursday starts, which is clutch if you’re trying to catch early value before the public hammers a favorite. Their live betting is smooth too, with real-time hole-by-hole options that don’t lag. Only gripe is their juice can creep up on obscure props, so double-check the vig.

DraftKings gets a lot of love, and for good reason. Their head-to-head matchups are a goldmine, especially for majors where you can pit two mid-tier guys against each other and avoid the chaos of the full field. They also roll out promos like profit boosts for the Masters or PGA Championship, which can juice your payout on a +3000 outright. One thing to note: their golf odds can tighten up closer to the tournament, so jump early if you spot a good line.

FanDuel’s a go-to for me on outrights. They’re consistently competitive, especially on players outside the top 10 in the betting. I’ve cashed a few top-5 bets on guys like Max Homa or Tony Finau at +600 or better because FanDuel doesn’t overprice the favorites as much as some others. Their app is clean, and live betting is intuitive—great for jumping in when someone’s imploding on the back nine. Payouts are quick too, usually 24 hours for me via PayPal.

William Hill’s a dark horse, pun intended. They’re sneaky good for longshots, which is huge in golf where a +10000 can come out of nowhere (think Danny Willett at the Masters). Their markets aren’t as deep as Bet365’s, but they’re reliable for top-20s and outrights, and I’ve never had issues with payouts. Just don’t expect a ton of exotic props.

BetMGM’s another one I rate highly. Their golf coverage is robust, and they’re one of the first to post odds for majors, which matters if you’re trying to beat line movement. They’re also fast on payouts—usually 24-48 hours, like you said. One thing I’ve noticed is their live betting odds can be a touch better than FanDuel’s on in-play markets, especially for round leaders. Only downside is their app can glitch during peak times, so place bets early.

Unibet’s a gem for European bettors or anyone following the DP World Tour. Their odds on guys like Jon Rahm or Viktor Hovland are often better than U.S.-facing books, especially for majors. They also cover smaller events like the Dubai Desert Classic, which is great if you want to mix in some non-PGA action. Their live tracker is decent, but the app’s not as polished as FanDuel or DraftKings.

One book you didn’t mention that I’d throw in is BetRivers. They’re underrated for golf, with solid prop markets like “winning margin” or “top debutant” for the Masters. Their odds are competitive, and they’ve got a loyalty program that kicks back points you can redeem for free bets. Payouts are fast—usually under 24 hours with e-wallets. Only catch is their golf markets aren’t as deep for smaller PGA events.

A quick word on Caesars: I’ve had the same issue with slow grading on top-20s and top-10s. It’s frustrating when you’re waiting on official stats to clear a bet. They’re still decent for promos, though—had a $50 free bet for the U.S. Open last year that turned into a nice hit on a top-5 finish.

My strategy’s similar to yours: shop around. I’ll check Bet365, FanDuel, and BetMGM for every major and compare outrights and props. Golf’s too volatile to stick with one book—grabbing a +5000 on Bet365 might be +4000 on FanDuel, and that’s free money over time. Also, keep an eye on weather forecasts and course history. Some books are slower to adjust odds for wind or rain, and you can exploit that on live markets.

Anyone else using BetRivers or maybe Bovada for golf? Curious how they stack up for others. Always down to hear about new books or promos that pop for the majors.