Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson: Masters 2024 Matchup Bet Takes Center Stage
As the excitement builds for the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National, golf fans are already placing their bets on one of the most intriguing matchups of the event. Despite being considered longshots for victory, Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are leading the charge in a unique wager that has captured the attention of sports enthusiasts everywhere.
With odds of 140-to-1 and 200-to-1, respectively, Woods and Mickelson may not be the favorites to don the coveted green jacket this year. However, in a head-to-head matchup bet, the seasoned rivals are stealing the spotlight, drawing significant interest from bettors eager to see these two golf icons go toe-to-toe on the course.
According to SportsBetting.ag, the matchup between Woods and Mickelson has become the focal point of over 50 matchup bets offered for the tournament. Remarkably, this particular matchup has garnered six times more wagers than any other pairing, underscoring the enduring appeal of these Hall-of-Fame golfers.
In this intriguing bet, Woods enters as a slight underdog (+108) against Mickelson (-129), despite Woods having shorter odds to win the tournament outright. Both players face an uphill battle to even make the cut and advance to the weekend rounds, adding another layer of excitement to the matchup.
While this matchup remains purely theoretical, fans can’t help but reminisce about the iconic practice round that Woods and Mickelson shared before the 2018 Masters. That memorable day set the stage for their highly anticipated showdown in the inaugural edition of Capital One’s The Match later that year, a showdown ultimately won by Mickelson, who claimed the $9 million prize.
Woods, a five-time Masters champion, last tasted victory at Augusta National in 2019, while Mickelson’s triumph dates back to 2010. Despite their storied careers and numerous accolades, both players face stiff competition from a talented field of competitors vying for golf’s most prestigious title.
As anticipation mounts for the Masters, golf enthusiasts eagerly await the outcome of this thrilling matchup between two titans of the sport. Whether it’s Woods’ signature fist pump or Mickelson’s trademark smile, one thing is certain: when these legends tee off, the golfing world will be watching.
For more Masters coverage and insights, be sure to check out Golf Digest’s comprehensive guide to the tournament, featuring everything from power rankings to memorable moments and much more.
