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Daniel Berger stretched his five-shot lead at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Bay Hill after a strong back-nine; Rory McIlroy shot 68 to reach four under and climb the leaderboard, while Scottie Scheffler bogeyed the 18th to slip to three under and Tommy Fleetwood moved to one over to make the weekend.
Scottie Scheffler opens as the +310 favorite at Bay Hill for the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, with Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood, Matt Fitzpatrick, Collin Morikawa and Xander Schauffele among the next challengers; defending champ Russell Henley sits at +3300. Elite golf handicapper Brady Kannon provides his best bets, fading Si Woo Kim due to current form and course fit, and touts a surprising longshot over 50-1 as a top play, with full picks available to SportsLine members.
Scottie Scheffler, world No. 1 for 181 straight weeks, said he won't alter his approach despite a slow start in 2026, citing a strong body of work that includes 14 wins since March 2024 (three majors) and a record of consistency; with his recent form trending upward, another run of victories appears likely as he heads into the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
The article lays out a detailed betting card for the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill, including Outrights (3.5U), First-Round Leader bets (0.5U), full-tournament matchups (1U), and props (2U). It features picks like Fitzpatrick, Morikawa, Aberg, Gotterup, Straka, Thorbjornsen, and Mitchell, plus a Scheffler/McIlroy vs McIlroy/Scheffler prop and a Gotterup over Thomas matchup, with Ludvig Aberg as the One-And-Done pick. The writer prioritizes proven course history, elite distance, and Bermuda-green performance on Bay Hill’s demanding setup, while fading longshots in favor of top contenders.
VSiN golf analyst Wes Reynolds previews the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill, outlining the key picks, best bets, and betting odds for bettors following the PGA Tour event.
Scottie Scheffler clinched his seventh PGA Tour title with a five-shot victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, showcasing a remarkable performance that emphasized embracing imperfections. Despite his struggles on the greens, Scheffler's improved putting performance, along with his exceptional ball-striking, propelled him to victory and solidified his hold on the world No. 1 ranking. His approach of not striving for perfection but rather focusing on solid play proved to be the key to his success, setting him up as the favorite for the upcoming Players Championship.
Scottie Scheffler claimed the Arnold Palmer Invitational and earned a $4-million prize, bumping his career PGA Tour earnings past $49 million. The full $20-million purse payout for those who made the cut at Bay Hill Club and Lodge in Orlando, Florida is listed, with Wyndham Clark and Shane Lowry taking the second and third spots, respectively.
Scottie Scheffler claimed the $4 million top prize at the 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational, part of a $20 million purse, with runner-up Wyndham Clark collecting $2.2 million and Shane Lowry taking home $1.4 million. The top 36 players received at least $100,000, with the win marking Scheffler's first PGA Tour victory since the 2023 Players Championship.
The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club & Lodge is set for an intense finish as Scottie Scheffler and Shane Lowry share the 54-hole lead, with a pack of top players, including Rory McIlroy, within striking distance. Will Zalatoris, who held a five-shot lead at one point, stumbled late, while Scheffler and Lowry emerged as co-leaders. The tournament promises a thrilling final day with challenging conditions and a stacked leaderboard, making for a dramatic showdown at Arnie's Place.
The Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard at Bay Hill Club & Lodge features Scottie Scheffler and Shane Lowry co-leading at 9-under heading into Sunday, with Wyndham Clark one stroke behind at 8-under. Will Zalatoris, Hideki Matsuyama, and Russell Henley are two strokes off the lead. Fans can follow the action with featured holes including 2, 6, 14, and 17.
Rory McIlroy's strong finish in the third round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational, including three consecutive birdies to close out a back-nine 30, has put him within four shots of the lead. Drawing on his previous success with 27-hole runs, McIlroy aims to replicate his earlier triumph at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic and make a comeback on Sunday at Bay Hill.
Rory McIlroy achieved a ShotLink era first at the Arnold Palmer Invitational by driving the green at Bay Hill's 401-yard, par-4 10th hole, hitting his drive 365 yards and securing an easy birdie to move back to even par for the tournament.
Shane Lowry, Scottie Scheffler, Wyndham Clark, Hideki Matsuyama, Brian Harman, and Russell Henley are all co-leading the Arnold Palmer Invitational at 7-under 137. The tournament is experiencing a large logjam at the top, with several major champions in contention. The course at Bay Hill is proving to be challenging, with players like Tommy Fleetwood and Collin Morikawa struggling. The weekend is expected to bring tougher conditions, making it a survival test for the players.
The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club & Lodge is set to host a competitive field of 69 golfers, making it challenging to find value bets. The Golfbet Insider suggests building a portfolio of conservative investments to increase the likelihood of success. Kurt Kitayama, a first-time defending champion, presents strong value for a top-20 finish, while Justin Thomas is favored for a top-10 finish despite a recent missed cut. Other notable players to watch include Byeong Hun An, Christiaan Bezuidenhout, and Si Woo Kim. Additionally, several players have withdrawn from both the Arnold Palmer Invitational and the Puerto Rico Open, while Aaron Wise returns to competition at the Puerto Rico Open after a hiatus.
Ahead of the Arnold Palmer Invitational, some sleeper picks to consider for betting include Luke List, Sahith Theegala, Keegan Bradley, Taylor Moore, and Corey Conners, each offering value with their respective odds and recent performances. These players have shown promising form and skill sets that could make them contenders at the upcoming tournament.