2026 Open Championship: Experts' picks and betting tips

ESPN's golf experts have published their picks and betting tips ahead of the 2026 Open Championship, set to be held at Royal Birkdale. World number one Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Tommy Fleetwood are listed as the top favorites on the betting board, with Fleetwood described as a hometown favorite. Key storylines include the performances of Scheffler and McIlroy, the prospect of an English champion, and notable sleeper contenders.