Bet on the Golf Majors

The Masters, the PGA Championship, the US Open, and the Open Championship. These are the four Majors in chronological order through the calendar year. Are you looking to be a part of the action? You can find the best golf odds and an unmatched variety of betting markets here at Unibet.

The Masters Tournament

First up is the Masters. Golf fans must wait until the first week of April for the first big competition to take place. Majors season kicks off at the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, US, and what a way to start!

So, what’s the tournament known for? What makes it an absolute spectacle to bet on? Over the years there have been many iconic moments. Remember when Jack Nicklaus made that extraordinary 12 ft putt to earn a sixth green jacket – the garment that defines the Masters? Or how about Tiger Woods’ first Majors victory in 1997 at the age of just 21 years old?

The total prize pot of the Masters is now in the tens of millions of dollars. But while the rewards may have evolved, the traditions have not. The blooming azaleas and the pimento cheese sandwiches are still as iconic as ever.

PGA Championship

Next up it’s the PGA Championship in May (although it used to be August). There’s no set course for this competition – instead, the tournament has been held at various venues across the US over the years. It’s the only of the four Majors that’s exclusively for professionals, so you know what this means. That’s right, consistent quality and low scoring all-round!

This means PGA Championship betting is a little less predictable, which is great for the bettor. Match-ups are tighter and players often surpass our expectations. You never truly know who will shine in the PGA Championship.

US Open

Looking ahead to June, now, with the US Open. It’s got the biggest prize pot of all the Majors, coming in at $21.5 million (around £16.6 million) in 2024. Its high earnings are justified, because it’s set up in a way that makes it much harder to score lower.

This competition rotates around difficult courses in the US. It’s known for its challenging setups with narrow fairways and tough greens. It rewards accurate drives and cool heads. With such fine margins, even the best players can tumble down the rankings early. This makes US Open betting all the more interesting, as you can win some huge payouts from dark horses!

The Open Championship (British Open)

This is the only of the four Majors to be held in the UK (where golf actually originated). The Open Championship, also known as the British Open, is now the last Major in the calendar year, held in July. It’s got a wealth of prestige and history, as it was founded way back in 1860!

It’s played across various coastal links-style courses in the UK. And in classic British fashion, the weather is always unpredictable, leading to plenty of shock losses and unexpected victories among top professionals and amateurs. The winner gets the esteemed Claret Jug trophy.

Popular Majors Bets

So, how can you join in the golf Majors fun? Betting is the best way to really get stuck into the action. Don’t worry about knowing where to start, as we’ve got some handy tips for you. Check out the popular betting markets for each Major tournament here:

• Outright Winner: A classic wager, and the most straightforward. Who do you think will win the overall tournament? Answer that question and place your bet accordingly.
• Finishing Position: You can also bet on where you think a golfer will finish and go each-way on positions in the top five. This can be a smart bet in highly competitive tournaments like the US Open.
• Special Bets: There are also one-off betting markets that crop up from time to time. Keep checking back on this page to see what betting markets become available and whether you can take advantage of some lucrative opportunities!

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You’ll find all you need to bet on golf Majors at Unibet. We have competitive odds and a wide variety of betting markets to suit your style and experience. We even have regular special promotions you can use to build your golf bet slip!

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