Golf Betting
Golf betting at Virgin Bet is A1. Our site covers the Ryder Cup, The Open Championship, the US Masters, and other high-profile tournaments. Golf is all about fine margins, clean ball striking, and delicate putting. We accept bets on professional events on a global scale. Creating an account will grant you access to daily markets, competitive odds, and extra features.
Golf's Major Championships and Outrights
While our coverage spans weekly tournaments throughout the year, golf betting online at Virgin Bet really swings into gear during Major weeks. Majors are what elite golfers train so hard for and dream of winning. Our coverage includes action from the UK, North America, Asia, and elsewhere.
Our punters can place outright bets on the winner of all men’s and women’s golf majors. Odds are introduced well in advance of the opening tee shot. We then update prices as players make birdies, eagles, bogeys, and maybe even an albatross.
Enhanced golf betting odds are available from time to time on our promotions page. Take advantage of a price boost for the World No. 1 to win the US Open or claim a £5 free bet when you place golf accas. These are the standout events covered at Virgin Bet during the golfing calendar.
The Masters
The Masters is an annual tournament held at Augusta National in Georgia, United States. It’s regarded by many as the pinnacle of the sport. What’s not to love? Everything from the Par 3 Contest and Amen Corner to the green jacket and Champions Dinner makes the event special.
US Masters betting with us is not just about backing the player you think will come out on top after four rounds. We also accept bets on top 10 finishes and other specials.
PGA Championship
The PGA Championship is exclusive to professional golfers and offers a prize fund of over $20 million. The venue changes each year, with Valhalla, Oak Hill, and Bethpage having all hosted the tournament in recent years.
Betting on golf from the USPGA is never easy, given the highly competitive field. That’s perfectly demonstrated by Englishman Aaron Rai’s surprise 3-stroke win in 2026. We don’t miss a shank, bunker shot, or hole-out to ensure that odds for our PGA Championship betting markets are accurate. Of course, player performance, stats, and the tournament situation also play a part.
Who will walk away with the Wanamaker Trophy? The legendary Jack Nicklaus holds the record for the most PGA Championship wins, with 5.
US Open
The third of the four majors, the US Open is known for its difficulty. Accurate drives and precise approach shots are a must around these tricky courses. Rory McIlroy holds the record for the tournament’s lowest score, and our coverage of the event spans multiple markets.
Pre-tournament and in-play golf betting are available to punters in the UK. Outright winner and top position finishes are among our US Open betting options. Just be ready for a raucous, football-style atmosphere as you watch on.
The Open Championship
For many on these shores, it's hard to beat the magic of The Open. The world’s oldest golf tournament dates back to 1860, and the long rough of the links courses tests even the best players. The Open betting is equally challenging, with punters backing home favourites, young talents, and experienced veterans to finish with the lowest score.
Who will walk away with the Claret Jug? We have all bases covered, whether the tournament is held at St Andrews, Royal Birkdale, Royal Portrush, or another famous course. You’ll even have a chance to bet on The Senior Open Championship, a tournament that features some of the best golfers from years gone by.
The Ryder Cup
Held every two years, the Ryder Cup is an event like no other. The battle between Europe and the United States is one of the most patriotic team competitions in sport. Even with no prize money on the line, the players selected give it their all in what is often an intense atmosphere.
The 3-day event spans 28 matches (foursomes, fourballs, and singles). Europe has had the better of the US of late. Ryder Cup betting is almost as serious as the on-course action.
Look out for our prop bets and other specials, which only add to the tension as you watch the players do battle. Of course, we also cover the Solheim Cup and the Presidents Cup, too.
Popular Markets for Golf Betting Online
Golf betting online at Virgin Bet includes weekly tournaments from the PGA, European, DP World, LIV, and LPGA tours. Our site is as clean as a freshly cut fairway and makes it easy for visitors to browse markets.
Outright Tournament Winner and Each-Way Betting
Professional golf tournaments can feature north of 150 players. That makes predicting the outright winner a major challenge, pardon the pun. That’s why we offer golf betting each-way odds of 1/5 on the top 6 places.
We may even add extra places for top events. An each-way bet is split into two parts: One on the player to win and the other on the same player to place. The amount we pay out is determined by the finishing position.
First-Round Leader and Group Matchups
We don’t stop there. There’s no halfway house at Virgin Bet, and we offer multiple additional markets. These are a taster of what to expect:
- 72-Hole Group: Which of the selected players will shoot the lowest score over 72 holes?
- 2-Ball Pairings: There’s nothing like a head-to-head bet. With this market, we just ask you to wager on which player will shoot a lower score. For example, Tommy Fleetwood to beat Brooks Koepka.
- Leader After Opening Round: This one doesn’t need much explaining, does it? Just predict which pro will finish top of the leaderboard after the first 18 holes.
Navigating In-Play Golf Betting Markets with Virgin Bet
Do you love nothing more than in-play golf betting? Virgin Bet accepts bets on the tournament winner from the first round to the last. Odds fluctuate based on what happens out on the course.
You’ll notice changes after the leader hits it in the drink, one of the chasing pack makes a birdie, or other key momentum shifts. Prices can change until your bet is confirmed.
How to Get Started Betting on Golf
Virgin Bet makes betting on golf easy. The process is simple, whether you’re looking to back Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Nelly Korda, or another pro. The instructions below can be completed as quickly as a 1-foot putt:
- Tee off and complete our sign-up form. Like filling in your scorecard at the end of a round, we only require a small amount of information. One thing we do recommend is setting a deposit limit. It’s one of the many safer gambling tools we offer punters to help manage spending.
- Drive the green and add funds to your account using one of our accepted payment methods.
- Browse golf markets like you’re selecting the perfect club from your bag.
- Add selections to your betslip and view available bet types.
- Confirm your bet and track its progress.
Golf Form Analysis, Stats, and Previews
You can use our site to find the latest golf news and statistics. This will give you a good idea of in-form players, injuries, recent winners, course history, and conditions. We offer these resources for a reason. They help you learn more about the professional game. You can then use your knowledge to make more informed betting decisions.
Has one of the top players changed their driver? Is the leading female player struggling with an injury? The blog posts, articles, and stats at Virgin Bet are created using up-to-date information from trusted sources.
