"Tournament Setup and Why It Matters Pebble Beach Golf Links is short by modern Tour standards. It plays under 7,000 yards. The greens are small Poa annua surfaces, which put pressure on approach play and short game control. Wind is always a factor along the Pacific coast. Spyglass Hill is longer and more tree-lined, but still demands precision with irons. Players must handle two different looks early before finishing the final 36 holes at Pebble."
"Rory McIlroy enters most events as one of the betting favorites. That will not change this week. His odds reflect elite status, but there are reasons to justify the price. Still, with Scottie Scheffler priced around 3/1, Rory's price seems like a bargain. 14/1 or better for a golfer of his stature is hard to find. McIlroy remains one of the strongest drivers of the ball on Tour."
Pebble Beach Golf Links hosts three rounds while Spyglass Hill provides a contrasting, longer test early in the week. The event features a limited field with no cut, guaranteeing all players four rounds and reducing volatility. Pebble’s sub-7,000-yard layout, small Poa annua greens, and coastal wind emphasize approach play inside 150 yards, short-game control, Poa putting comfort, and wind management. Spyglass demands precise iron play and tree-lined accuracy. Elite players benefit from extra rounds to separate from the field. Rory McIlroy offers elite driving and form at an attractive price, while Daniel Berger is a compelling alternative depending on risk tolerance.
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