Sky Bet Masters Preview: Assessing The Favourites Ahead Of Augusta
The first and most distinguished major of the golf season tees off in a fortnight, as the world's best gamers gather at Augusta for the 2026 Masters Championship.
Whether it's Scottie Scheffler chasing a 3rd crown, defending champ Rory McIlroy seeking back-to-back titles, or Tiger Woods making his extremely expected return, the 2026 Masters has all the trademarks of a traditional.
For those who will be following the action carefully, keep reading as we have a look at who are the favourites to reign supreme according to Sky Bet.
Sky Bet Masters 2026 sneak peek: Assessing Sky Bet's favourites ahead of Augusta
At the time of writing, Scheffler is the best-backed to claim the Green Jacket, with the American priced at 5/1.
If Scheffler were to triumph, he would join an elite group of three-time Masters champs, ending up being simply the 6th gamer in history to attain the accomplishment.
He would stand along with Jimmy Demaret, Sam Snead, Gary Player, Nick Faldo and Phil Mickelson.
That stated, Scheffler will require to conquer an uncharacteristic dip in type if he is to secure a third Masters title, with the world No. 1 winless in his last five tournaments.
Meanwhile, safeguarding champ Rory McIlroy is priced as the 12/1 second favourite as he targets back-to-back titles at Augusta and a sixth significant crown (Price Boosted from 10/1).
Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm are joint 3rd favourites at 12/1, while Xander Schauffele and Ludvig Aberg sit just behind at 18/1.
As for Tiger Woods, those hoping for a fairytale return will find him a remote outsider at 350/1.
Sky Bet odds in Outright Market for the 2026 Masters Championship:
Scottie Scheffler - 5/1
Rory McIlroy - WAS 10/1 NOW 12/1
Bryson DeChambeau - 12/1
Jon Rahm - 12/1
Xander Schauffele - 18/1
Ludvig Aberg - 18/1
Matt Fitzpatrick - 22/1
Tommy Fleetwood - 25/1
Tiger Woods - 350/1
Phil Mickelson - 350/1
Bubba Watson - 400/1
Vijay Singh - 1000/1
All odds are correct at the time of publication
