- A star-studded field heads to Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club in Orlando for the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
- World #1 Scottie Scheffler and #2 Rory McIlroy are the top-two favorites to win
- See the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational odds to win plus top-five and top-ten finish picks
A strong field heads to Orlando, FL, this week for the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club, including nine of the top-ten players in the Official World Golf Rankings.
Scottie Scheffler (+650) and Rory McIlroy (+850), who finished T4 and T2, respectively, at the event last year, are the clear favorites in the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational odds, while defending champion Kurt Kitayama is a +7000 longshot.
Arnold Palmer Invitational Odds 2024
| Golfers | Odds to Win | Top Five | Top Ten |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottie Scheffler | +650 | +150 | -140 |
| Rory McIlroy | +850 | +190 | -110 |
| Viktor Hovland | +1600 | +360 | +165 |
| Xander Schauffele | +1800 | +360 | +170 |
| Patrick Cantlay | +1800 | +360 | +170 |
| Ludvig Aberg | +1800 | +400 | +180 |
| Jordan Spieth | +2200 | +450 | +200 |
| Collin Morikawa | +2200 | +450 | +210 |
| Tommy Fleetwood | +2500 | +500 | +220 |
| Sam Burns | +2500 | +550 | +240 |
| Justin Thomas | +2500 | +550 | +250 |
| Cameron Young | +2500 | +500 | +240 |
| Max Homa | +2800 | +550 | +260 |
| Matt Fitzpatrick | +3000 | +750 | +360 |
| Will Zalatoris | +3500 | +600 | +280 |
| Jason Day | +3500 | +650 | +280 |
| Byeong Hun An | +4000 | +650 | +360 |
| Min Woo Lee | +4000 | +850 | +360 |
| Hideki Matsuyama | +4500 | +800 | +360 |
| Jake Knapp | +4500 | +900 | +400 |
| Harris English | +5000 | +1000 | +400 |
| Corey Conners | +5000 | +1000 | +400 |
| Adam Scott | +5000 | +900 | +400 |
| Wyndham Clark | +5500 | +900 | +450 |
| Tom Kim | +5500 | +1000 | +450 |
| Keegan Bradley | +5500 | +1000 | +450 |
World #4 Viktor Hovland (+1600), #5 Xander Schauffele (+1800), and #6 Patrick Cantlay (+1800) round out the top-five favorites at the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational. The only member of the top 10 in the OWGR who isn’t in attendance is #3 Jon Rahm.
Odds as of Feb. 26 at DraftKings. See the latest on the DraftKings app in North Carolina, which is set to launch March 11, 2024.
Shane Lowry came through for me last week at the Cognizant Classic, easily winning his head-to-head with Sungjae Im, who missed the cut, though my top-ten pick, Sepp Straka, missed the cut as well.
McIlroy Continues Mediocre Start to 2024
In his third PGA event of the year last week, McIlroy fired a -10 but only managed to finish T21 at the Cognizant Classic (formerly the Honda Classic) in Palm Beach. That marks three straight tournaments in which the world #2 has finished outside the top 20.
By comparison, world #1 Scheffler has played five tournaments in 2024 and has yet to finish worse that 17th. He recorded top-ten finishes at the Sentry (T5), the Pebble Beach Pro-Am (T6), the Phoenix Open (T3), and the Genesis Invitational (T10) two weeks ago.
Scheffler also won the Arnold Palmer Invitational in 2022 with a score of -5, narrowly edging Tyrrell Hatton, Viktor Hovland, and Billy Horschel, who all finished at -4.
Defending Champion Kitayama Has Made Five Straight Cuts
Currently ranked #37 in the world, 31-year-old Kitayama has started the 2024 PGA season by making the cut in five straight events. He only has one top-10 finish (T8 at the Phoenix Open) in that span, but he has hasn’t finished outside the top 40 either. Dating back to the 2023 season, he’s made the cut in nine straight PGA events.
Last year was his first appearance at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, so there isn’t any other course history to go on.
World #15 is another player with a strong recent history at the Bay Hill Club. Bradley finished T10 last year and T11 in 2022. Though he missed the cut at the Genesis Invitational two weeks ago, he had made the cut in eight straight tournaments previously and finished in the top 20 in four of those, including a T2 at the Sony Open in mid-January.
2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational Predictions
Comparing their recent form, I love Scheffler (-130) to beat McIlroy (+110) in their head-to-head matchup. He’s playing better at the moment and has an excellent history at the course. McIlroy, does, as well, finishing 13th or better in each of the last three editions and winning the tournament in 2018, but his 2024 PGA results just haven’t been there so far.
I am also going to back Kitayama and Bradley to put in more solid performances at the Bay Hill Club. The former is priced at -105 to finish in the top 30, while Bradley is -120.
Arnold Palmer Invitational picks:
- Scottie Scheffler (-130) over Rory McIlroy
- Kurt Kitayama top-30 finish (-105)
- Keegan Bradley top-30 finish (-120)
Sascha Paruk’s 2024 PGA Tour betting record:
- Overall: 1-3 (-2.09 units)
- Top-ten picks: 0-3 (-3.0 units)
- H2H picks: 1-0 (+0.91 units)
The Arnold Palmer Invitational is one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Tour, attracting top golfers from around the world to compete for the coveted title. As we look ahead to the 2024 edition of the tournament, let’s take a closer look at the odds, expert picks, and best bets for this exciting event.
Odds
As with any golf tournament, the odds for the Arnold Palmer Invitational will fluctuate leading up to the event based on player form, course conditions, and other factors. However, some early favorites to win the tournament include top-ranked players such as Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Justin Thomas. These players have consistently performed well on the PGA Tour and are likely to be among the top contenders for the title in 2024.
Expert Picks
When it comes to expert picks for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, it’s always wise to consider the insights of those who closely follow the game of golf. Some experts may favor players with a strong track record at Bay Hill Club and Lodge, where the tournament is held, while others may look for players who are in top form leading up to the event.
One player who could be a strong contender for the title in 2024 is Collin Morikawa. The young American has quickly risen through the ranks of professional golf and has already notched several impressive victories on the PGA Tour. With his precision ball-striking and calm demeanor under pressure, Morikawa could be a player to watch at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Another player to keep an eye on is Viktor Hovland. The Norwegian golfer has shown flashes of brilliance in his young career and has the potential to contend for major titles in the near future. Hovland’s powerful driving and solid putting make him a dangerous competitor on any course, and he could be a dark horse pick to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Best Bets
When it comes to placing bets on the Arnold Palmer Invitational, it’s important to consider a variety of factors before making your selections. In addition to looking at player form and course history, it’s also wise to consider factors such as weather conditions, course layout, and recent performance in similar events.
One potential bet to consider for the Arnold Palmer Invitational is a top-five finish for Rory McIlroy. The Northern Irishman has a strong track record at Bay Hill and has shown flashes of his best form in recent tournaments. A bet on McIlroy to finish in the top five could offer good value for bettors looking to capitalize on his potential success at the event.
Overall, the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational promises to be an exciting event with plenty of top talent vying for the title. By considering the odds, expert picks, and best bets for the tournament, fans can make informed decisions when it comes to following the action and potentially placing bets on their favorite players.
