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Scottie Scheffler opens 2026 PGA Tour season at American Express
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World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler begins his 2026 campaign at The American Express in La Quinta, California, where he enters as the clear favorite amid a strong field. The tournament, running January 22-25 across three courses, features a $9.2 million purse and players aiming to make early statements. Betting models highlight value in props like Patrick Cantlay for a top-10 finish and Ludvig Åberg as top European.
The PGA Tour returns to the mainland for the 67th edition of The American Express, starting Thursday in La Quinta, California, with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler making his season debut. The tournament features a robust field of 156 players across three courses, highlighted by eight of the top 13 in the Official World Golf Ranking. Defending champion Sepp Straka aims to repeat, a feat not achieved since Johnny Miller in 1974-75.