Masters Favorites 2016: Projecting Daily Score Totals for Golf’s Top Stars

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Published: April 6, 2016

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The 2016 Masters Tournament tees off on Thursday at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, and golf fans couldn't have hoped for much better storylines ahead of the year's maiden major event.

World No. 1 Jason Day has won his past two starts and is ahead of only defending Masters champion Jordan Spieth in the golf hierarchy. Third-ranked superstar Rory McIlroy is going for the completion of the career Grand Slam at the age of 26.

Another prominent 20-something in Rickie Fowler is still seeking a major championship after finishing in the top five in all four events in 2014. Decorated players such as Henrik Stenson and Dustin Johnson are also without a major but are riding fine form into Augusta National.

Read on for score projections for the world's top 10 ranked players, followed by a more detailed breakdown on how the Masters might unfold.

 



 

Analysis of Masters Favorites

Based on what he's done of late, it's little surprise Odds Shark lists Day as the top favorite at 7-1, followed by Spieth at 9-1.

Day has kicked into a higher gear since the second half of last season, racking up six wins in that span. No Laying Up provided unique context for the Aussie's hot streak:



With a tie for second in 2011 and a third-place effort at the 2013 Masters, Day has all the makings of breaking through in Augusta for a second straight major title. However, there are so many in-form players, and the increased scrutiny that comes with being ranked first in the world may cause Day to fall a bit short.

As stellar as much of the top 10 has been this season, Spieth has struggled to a degree since his 30-under-par blowout at the Hyundai Tournament of Champions in January.

Although he finished second in the 2014 Masters before winning last year, the 22-year-old appears to be having a hangover of sorts. O...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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