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Olympics Golf Dark Horses: Long Shots to Back in Paris

David Connelly

Host · Writer

Matthieu Pavon (+9000)
There may not be anyone more motivated to win this event than France's own Matthieu Pavon. The 31-year-old doesn't have a major to his name but has stated that he believes winning on home soil in the Summer Olympics would "rank higher than any major." He is fresh off a top-five finish at the U.S. Open earlier this summer, playing some of the best golf of his career. With some course familiarity behind him, it wouldn't be a stunner to see him contend for gold at Le Golf National this weekend.
Shane Lowry (+3000)
Shane Lowry has consistently performed well over the past few months, making him a strong contender in Paris. He made the cut in all four majors this season and achieved three top-ten finishes in his last six events. Impressively, he hasn't missed a cut since January's first tournament. With his recent form, Lowry has the potential to be near the top of the leaderboard after 54 holes. Support the Irishman to compete at the Summer Olympics this weekend; with some luck, he might even secure a gold medal.
Sepp Straka (+4500)
Few players on the PGA Tour are hitting the ball as well as Sepp Straka right now. With three top-five finishes in 2024 and the experience of being a two-time tour winner, Straka is no stranger to pressure situations. If he can maintain his exceptional ball striking and make a few long putts over the weekend, he could quickly become a contender. He should climb the odds board with strong performances on Thursday and Friday. Consider backing him as a flyer pick.

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Guido Migliozzi (+8500)
Guido Migliozzi has the course experience and success that makes him a valuable bet at this price. He was the winner of the Cazoo Open de France two years ago when he put together an incredible 62 in his final round to help him lift the trophy. He has proven capability of going low on this course, and it provides us with a ceiling that feels limitless, something you want when backing a price this long. It may be the confidence he needs to be a bit more aggressive and really go for gold this weekend in Paris.
Matthieu Pavon (+9000)
There may not be anyone more motivated to win this event than France's own Matthieu Pavon. The 31-year-old doesn't have a major to his name but has stated that he believes winning on home soil in the Summer Olympics would "rank higher than any major." He is fresh off a top-five finish at the U.S. Open earlier this summer, playing some of the best golf of his career. With some course familiarity behind him, it wouldn't be a stunner to see him contend for gold at Le Golf National this weekend.
Shane Lowry (+3000)
Shane Lowry has consistently performed well over the past few months, making him a strong contender in Paris. He made the cut in all four majors this season and achieved three top-ten finishes in his last six events. Impressively, he hasn't missed a cut since January's first tournament. With his recent form, Lowry has the potential to be near the top of the leaderboard after 54 holes. Support the Irishman to compete at the Summer Olympics this weekend; with some luck, he might even secure a gold medal.