The 2025 Open Championship will mark the final major of the golfing season, commencing on July 17 at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. Shane Lowry, who triumphed during the last hosting in 2019, has been named a +4100 longshot, while Rory McIlroy is among the favorites at +750.

Scottie Scheffler leads the latest odds at +380, with Bryson DeChambeau positioned at +900. Other notable contenders include Jon Rahm at +1200 and defending champion Xander Schauffele at +2000.

In its recent predictive model, SportsLine simulated the tournament 10,000 times, producing intriguing results. Notably, McIlroy, despite being a five-time major champion, may struggle to finish in the top five this week given his previous performance at Royal Portrush.

Scheffler, a three-time major champion, has had ups and downs in this prestigious tournament and has yet to secure a top-20 finish.

For further insights, predictions, and betting options, consult SportsLine where you’ll find detailed projections and betting odds as the championship approaches.