Sky Bet Masters Preview: Assessing The Favourites Ahead Of Augusta

The very first and the majority of prestigious significant of the golf season tees off in a fortnight, as the world's finest players collect at Augusta for the 2026 Masters Championship.


Whether it's Scottie Scheffler going after a third Masters crown, protecting champion Rory McIlroy seeking titles, or Tiger Woods making his extremely anticipated return, the 2026 Masters has all the hallmarks of a timeless.


For those who will be following the action closely, continue reading as we have a look at who are the favourites to reign supreme according to Sky Bet.


Sky Bet Masters 2026 sneak peek: Assessing Sky Bet's favourites ahead of Augusta


At the time of writing, Scheffler is the best-backed to declare the Green Jacket, with the American priced at 5/1.


If Scheffler were to triumph, he would join an elite group of three-time Masters champions, ending up being just the 6th player in history to achieve the task.


He would stand together with Jimmy Demaret, Sam Snead, Gary Player, Nick Faldo and Phil Mickelson.


That said, Scheffler will need to overcome an uncharacteristic dip in type if he is to secure a third Masters title, with the world No. 1 winless in his last five tournaments.


Meanwhile, defending champion Rory McIlroy is priced as the 12/1 second favourite as he targets back-to-back titles at Augusta and a 6th major crown (Price Boosted from 10/1).


Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm are joint 3rd favourites at 12/1, while Xander Schauffele and Ludvig Aberg sit simply behind at 18/1.


As for Tiger Woods, those expecting a fairy tale return will discover him a remote outsider at 350/1.


Sky Bet chances in Outright Market for the 2026 Masters Championship:


Scottie Scheffler - 5/1


Rory McIlroy - WAS 10/1 NOW 12/1


Bryson DeChambeau - 12/1


Jon Rahm - 12/1


Xander Schauffele - 18/1


Ludvig Aberg - 18/1


Matt Fitzpatrick - 22/1


Tommy Fleetwood - 25/1


Tiger Woods - 350/1


Phil Mickelson - 350/1


Bubba Watson - 400/1


Vijay Singh - 1000/1


All chances are correct at the time of publication