The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics are set to feature a competitive golf tournament running from August 1st to 4th at Le Golf National in Guyancourt, France.
Sixty of the world’s top players will compete, including 15 of the highest-ranked male golfers globally, with a limit of four players per nation.
With strong performances expected from past champions and rising stars, fans are in for an exciting tournament as they watch to see who will take home the gold medal in Paris.
Favorites for Gold
Scottie Scheffler (+400) is the favorite to win gold.
The 27-year-old American has dominated the PGA Tour in 2024, boasting six victories in ten starts and a streak of 11 consecutive top-10 finishes, matching Tiger Woods' record from the 2007-08 season.
His recent win at the Travelers Championship solidified his position as the fastest player to achieve six wins in a season since Arnold Palmer in 1962.
Other Top Contenders
Xander Schauffele (+900)
Xander Schauffele, who won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, is a strong contender again. With a recent victory at the 2024 PGA Championship, Schauffele is in excellent form heading into Paris.
Rory McIlroy (+900)
Irishman Rory McIlroy narrowly missed out on a bronze medal in Tokyo and is looking to rebound after a tough runner-up finish at the US Open, where he lost a two-shot lead in the last five holes.
Ludvig Aberg (+1200)
Ludvig Aberg, a rising star in golf, finished second at the 2024 Masters and led the U.S. Open after 36 holes. At just 24, the Swedish player is poised to make a significant impact.
Notable Players to Watch
Viktor Hovland (+1600)
Viktor Hovland, regarded as one of the best golfers without a major title, has four top-10 finishes in majors over the past three years, including a third-place finish at this year’s PGA Championship.
Hideki Matsuyama (+2000)
Hideki Matsuyama, a former Masters champion, and nine-time PGA TOUR winner, represents Japan's best hope for a medal in golf.
Jon Rahm (+2000)
Despite a challenging year in majors, Jon Rahm remains a formidable competitor. The Spanish golfer has won the 2021 U.S. Open and the 2023 Masters.
Tommy Fleetwood (+2800)
Tommy Fleetwood, the winner of the European Tour’s Open de France at Le Golf National in 2017, is another strong contender for a medal.
Team USA Overview
🇺🇸 Team USA Members and Their Odds
| Player | Odds |
| Scottie Scheffler | +400 |
| Xander Schauffele | +900 |
| Collin Morikawa | +1200 |
| Wyndham Clark | +3300 |
Team USA is represented by a strong lineup, including the favorite Scottie Scheffler, reigning Olympic champion Xander Schauffele, two-time major champion Collin Morikawa, and 2023 U.S. Open winner Wyndham Clark.
Betting Odds for Top Contenders
| Player | Country | Odds |
| Scottie Scheffler | USA | +400 |
| Xander Schauffele | USA | +900 |
| Rory McIlroy | Ireland | +900 |
| Ludvig Aberg | Sweden | +1200 |
| Collin Morikawa | USA | +1200 |
| Viktor Hovland | Norway | +1600 |
| Jon Rahm | Spain | +2000 |
| Hideki Matsuyama | Japan | +2000 |
| Tommy Fleetwood | England | +2800 |
| Tom Kim | Korea | +2800 |
| Wyndham Clark | USA | +3300 |
*Odds at time of writing via BetOnline. Current odds here
The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics golf event promises to be highly competitive, with Scottie Scheffler leading a field of top international players.
Stay tuned for more updates and detailed analysis as the tournament approaches.