The excitement is palpable as **American golf fans** eagerly await the **Rocket Classic 2025**. With the recent triumph of **Keegan Bradley** at the Travelers Championship, anticipation builds for his performance at this week’s event. This victory not only secured him a coveted spot on his very own **Ryder Cup** team but propelled him up to **ninth** on the Ryder Cup qualifying list and a remarkable **seventh** in the world rankings.
As the spotlight shines on him in **Detroit**, many fans may feel tempted to back Bradley again, especially after his stunning win at **35-1** odds last week. However, **Bradley’s** recent triumph in front of a vibrant New England crowd could have drained his energy, and with his current odds slashed to **16-1**, it may be wise to explore other options.
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Rocket Classic Betting Tips
Leading the market in a **relatively weak field** is world No. 5 **Collin Morikawa**. His best price of **12-1** may not entice many, especially considering his potential following a stellar 2024 season. After achieving the lowest 72-hole score at the Tour Championship and finishing runner-up in Hawaii, Morikawa appeared poised for greatness, yet the past seven starts have seen him fall short of the top ten.
If there’s a silver lining, it’s that **Morikawa** excels at hitting greens in regulation—yet, ironically, this strength has turned into a dilemma. His frustration mounts when he misses scoring opportunities, leading to the conclusion that he’s best avoided at shorter odds until he can reconcile with his stubborn putter.
**Cam Davis**, last year’s defending champion, is back seeking a third victory here, but his current form suggests he may struggle. Instead, keep an eye on **Davis Thompson**, who tied for runner-up last year and triumphed at the **John Deere** shortly afterward. After a respectable finish at the Travelers, Thompson, at odds of **40-1**, presents promising value.
**Harry Hall**, a crowd favorite who won the Isco Championship last year, has shown signs of promise. His recent performance, which included a top twenty finish at the **USPGA** and another top ten finish at the Travelers, places him in a favorable position. With odds of **40-1**, he’s certainly a contender worth considering in this weaker field.
Don’t overlook **Min Woo Lee**, who shared second place at the Rocket Classic last year and carries enticing odds of **45-1**. **Akshay Bhatia** is also noteworthy; he narrowly missed a playoff after a three-putt at the last hole and is listed at **50-1**, while **Chris Gotterup** equally warrants attention in this open field.
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Italian Open Betting Tips
Turning our sights across the pond, the **Italian Open** presents a different challenge, taking place at the stunning **Argentario Golf Club** in Tuscany for the first time. Given the unfamiliarity of the course, one can expect that strategy will outweigh sheer power on this tricky track.
Players excelling in approach play will be at an advantage here, with **Eugenio Chacarra**, **Martin Couvra**, **John Parry**, and **Brandon Stone** ranking among the top six on the **DP World Tour** in this regard. **Couvra** is the most favorably priced among this group at **28-1**, while **Chacarra** trails closely at **33-1**. Both **Stone** and **Parry** present excellent **each-way potential** at **50-1**.
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