Looking back on the PGA Championship, Xander Schauffele’s wire-to-wire victory and first-ever major win should have been the main topic of conversation. However, the arrest of Scottie Scheffler before the second round shifted the focus. Now, with the PGA Championship over, all eyes are on the upcoming Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club.
Colonial Country Club offers a different challenge compared to Valhalla, with its 7,289-yard par-70 course and shorter approach shots. While Valhalla posed difficulties with its length, golfers at Colonial will face approach shots from closer to 150 yards. This week, the emphasis will be on golfers who excel in their second shots and consistently hit greens in regulation.
With Scheffler being the favorite with odds of +240, there’s an opportunity to look beyond the favorite and find potential winners. Key metrics for success at the Charles Schwab Challenge include Strokes Gained: Off the Tee, Driving Accuracy, SG: Approach, SG: Putting, Scrambling, and Proximity from 125-150 yards and 150-175 yards.
Bet the Edge provides insights into sports betting, with Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick sharing their expertise. For this week’s Charles Schwab Challenge, one potential best bet is Tony Finau to win at +3300. Finau, despite his frustrating track record, has the skills to excel at this course, ranking second in key metrics like SG: Approach. With his length off the tee and recent improvement in his putting, Finau could be a strong contender at the event.