A sophisticated computer model that has correctly predicted 16 major championships entering the weekend, including four consecutive Masters titles, has run 10,000 simulations of the 2026 Masters. The model reveals surprising predictions about favorites and longshots ahead of the April 9-12 tournament at Augusta National.
Scottie Scheffler's withdrawal reshapes the Houston Open betting landscape, with Min Woo Lee emerging as the new favorite. A proven computer model identifies Nicolai Hojgaard and other longshots as top value plays heading into Memorial Park.
As the 2026 Houston Open approaches, SportsLine's predictive model identifies unexpected value picks including Nicolai Hojgaard (+4000) while fading defending champ Min Woo Lee. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler enters as heavy favorite at Memorial Park.
Scottie Scheffler enters as the betting favorite at +460 for the 2026 Masters beginning April 9. Three players—Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Brooks Koepka—have the opportunity to complete the third leg of their career grand slam. Advanced computer modeling reveals surprising predictions for Augusta National's field.