Rafael Guillén
The AT&T Byron Nelson tournament is set to be a great prologue to the second Major of the year. Despite its long-standing tradition, the tournament will only feature six of the world’s top golfers as the rest prepare for the upcoming New York tournament.
This event, along with the Arnold Palmer tournament, is named after the legendary golfer Byron Nelson. Lord Byron is one of the greatest players in PGA history, and the trophy bears his name because he was the first winner of the tournament in 1944 when it was still known as the Texas Open.
As previously mentioned, many golfers will be taking a break this week to sharpen their skills and prepare for the upcoming PGA Championship next week. However, we can still expect a strong lineup with Scottie Scheffler, ranked second in the world, returning to the tour and Jordan Spieth in top form. This could undoubtedly be the main battle on the field in the fight for the crown.
The tournament takes place in Texas, the home of Byron Nelson, specifically at TPC Craig Ranch, a unique course that, while not the most difficult, is made more challenging by the Texan climate. The fairways can be dry, and the greens a bit slower, meaning shots have to be more precise because the ball doesn’t roll as far when it lands.
Many golfers participating in the AT&T Byron Nelson could secure their ticket to the PGA Championship next week, which immediately raises the level of competition, as playing at Oak Hill is always one of the highlights of a golfer’s career.
Here at JefeBet, we bring you the favorites and the best available betting odds for this PGA event, serving as the perfect prelude to the PGA Championship.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Previews for the AT&T Byron Nelson PGA Tour Event to be Held on May 11-14 2023
- Where: TPC Craig Ranch, McKenney, Texas
- When: Thursday, May 11 – Sunday, May 14, 2023
Favorites
Scottie Scheffler (Odds +450 on DraftKings)
The world number two returns to the field after his last participation at the RBC Heritage, where he finished in eleventh position. In addition, he has won two rather complex tournaments this season.
His first victory was at the Phoenix Open, a competition he dominated from start to finish. He was later crowned at The Players where he was at his best in the third round (he shot a 65). His goal is to win the PGA Championship to add another Major to the Masters he won in 2022.
Jordan Spieth (Odds+ 900 at DraftKings)
He is playing great golf, we saw him quite connected at the Masters, and he reminded us of the Jordan that amazed us a few years ago. He knows this course perfectly well, having seen action there since he was 16 years old, so he knows how it should be played and the correct shot selection.
Last year, he finished second behind two-time champion Lee Kyoung-hoon. However, it’s clear that this is one of his favorite courses, and this weekend is the perfect opportunity for him to win his first tournament of the season.
Tyrell Hatton (Odds +1400 on DraftKings)
His results at The Players, where he finished second, and at the Wells Fargo last week, where he finished third, suggest that when things get interesting he plays his best golf.
At the Wells Fargo he was on his way to the second success of his career but in the last round his shot selection was not the best, and he shot a 70, which left him in third place. However, the good news is that it brings good pace and will be a spectacle to watch.
Sleeper Picks
Tom Kim (Odds +1800 odds on DraftKings)
Jordan Spieth has had four Top 10 finishes so far this season. However, his last two tournaments have been quite different. He finished seventh at the Zurich Classic, playing quite well, but at the Wells Fargo, he seemed somewhat inconsistent, finishing in 23rd place.
Lee Kyoung Hoon (Odds +2200 at DraftKings)
The defending champion of the AT&T Byron Nelson tournament is a strong contender, and it would be quite a surprise if he wins again. His only two victories have been on this course, and becoming a three-time champion would be a feat only achieved by Tom Watson when he was crowned champion in 1978, 79, and 80. However, his current form isn’t the best, although he finished eighth at the Wells Fargo and played very well.
Dark Horse
Hideki Matsuyama (Odds +2200 at DraftKings)
Hideki Matsuyama’s golf game has been improving lately, as demonstrated by his fifth-place finish at the Players and 15th place finish at the Valero Open. He then went on to finish in 16th place at Augusta. If he makes better shot selections, he could surprise everyone at this event.
JefeBet Prediction
Scottie Scheffler is half hard after several weeks of rest, that’s why at JefeBet we believe that Jordan Spieth will take the victory in this course that he likes so much and knows so well. With that, he will be highly motivated for the PGA Championship, which is his main objective.
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