The **2025 PGA Championship** is set to ignite the greens of **Quail Hollow** this Thursday! As the excitement builds, we’ve curated some **must-read betting tips**, featuring our top picks for the first-round leaders and a thrilling three-ball selection for the opening day.
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PGA Championship Betting Tips
- Keith Mitchell First-Round Leader @ 60/1
- Patrick Reed First-Round Leader @ 66/1
- Sepp Straka to Win 12:27 Three-Ball @ 23/20
Mitchell Can Start Hot in Charlotte
After a fiery start at last week’s **Truist Championship**, **Keith Mitchell** has proven time and time again his ability to leap out of the gate. Tying for seventh, he has been a formidable contender this season.
The 33-year-old’s recent form is impressive, sharing the first-round lead at both the **Valspar Championship** and **Houston Open**. Additionally, he was tied for fourth after 18 holes of the **Cognizant Classic**. Mitchell has a history of delivering strong first rounds at Quail Hollow, finishing tied for second in the **2018 Wells Fargo Championship**, tied for eighth the following year, and tying for fourth in 2023.
Reed to Make His Presence Known Early
Making waves on the **LIV circuit**, **Patrick Reed** remains a force to be reckoned with. He showcased his skills by clinching third place at last month’s **Masters**, a prestigious event he previously dominated in 2018.
Reed’s affinity for Quail Hollow is clear, with a tied-second finish at the **2017 PGA Championship** and two top-10 finishes in his next three appearances. His performance eight years ago, when he was just two shots shy of the first-round lead, coupled with his recent strong showing at the LIV event, puts him in a great position to shine on day one.
Straka to Keep the Good Vibes Going
Fresh off his stunning victory at the **Truist Championship**, Austrian golfer **Sepp Straka** is buzzing with confidence. This is his second win of the season and the fourth in his PGA Tour career, indicating he’s firing on all cylinders.
Currently ranked ninth in the world, Straka is enjoying the best form of his career. His performance at Quail Hollow has been solid, with his best finish at last year’s **Wells Fargo Championship**, where he tied for eighth. Expect him to elevate his game against **Sahith Theegala** and **Max McGreevy**, especially considering the latter’s struggles at the course and Theegala’s recent neck injury.
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