Course Keys

We always say that we will declare when a LIV course is serious or unserious. Frankly, I am not sure about Singapore. It’s kind of just the classic course you see when professional golf is played in this part of the world. The fairways are pretty generous, the greens are pretty large, but there is a lot of stuff going on. There are twists and turns, hills and valleys. There is water in spots. It’s the type of course that isn’t a pure birdie fest but also if you’re playing well it’s a place you can attack. All of this is to say, it’s not a place that is overly biased in any major way. We see that from the design and the course stats.

Looking at the leaderboard the last two years we see a variety of playing styles and spikes across a variety of stats have worked. The one area that has been pretty consistent is the need for a quality putting week, but from a T2G perspective you have the ability to play to your strengths. As mentioned above it’s generous enough that any style can work as you can set up the flatstick with driving or approach.

Looking more at vibes it is a place that two pretty serious ball strikers have won - Gooch and Koepka. So, I think you need a ball striker that has previously shown spike ability on the greens, but I don’t think it can just be considered a pure putting contest or pure ball striking contest.

The final piece we can add into what is somewhat of a vibe based handicap is that Greenbrier is a really solid comp here.

Outright Bets

Adam’s Selections (-3 YTD, to win +9.7 points)

Lucas Herbert +2800

TBH I was retired from Luke Herbs after his Australian Open loss to someone who had never played golf before but I am going to give him another chance here. He has the driver/putter game on lock which gets him off to a big head start here and these expansive approach conditions are where I trust his approach play the most. Last time I bet him on LIV was Greenbrier where he mixed and I like that comp here.

Carlos Ortiz +4500

He is extremely streaky but when he is on he is dialed, and the Houston success that Koepka and Gooch had on Tour is an interesting comp with Ortiz who won there. He can spike in any category and at a place where you can spike in so many areas I will go to a guy who has shown that ability at this level.

Adrian Meronk +5000

I prefer Meronk when you can let it rip and this is a spot where he can attack from the tee. He then has serious spike upside on the greens and is familiar with this style of golf from his DPWT days. Was in the mix here for a while last year and now has a win under his belt.

Harold Varner III +8000

I really like HV3 this week as he is rounding into much better form this season, and this is the type of spot he has historically had success. Played well here in 2023 which was the last time he had form nearing what he has shown this year, and has a LIV win in his pocket back when his form matched what he is currently showing.

Mito Pereira +20000

The man showed his generational ball striking ability for the first time in ages last week and here’s to hoping it can continue at a spot he has played well back when he could stripe consistently in 2023. Takes very little for me to get back on the Mito train at this price.

Matt’s Selections (+5.3 YTD, to win +7.0 points)

For Sentosa, I’m targeting a golfer with plus distance who can take advantage of the wider landing areas off the tee, attack aggressively on approach, and convert a ton of birdies. We’ve seen elite players like Brooks Koepka thrive here, but while top-tier talent has an edge, this course doesn’t necessarily demand world-class status to contend. That said, strong tee-to-green play remains key over 54 holes, making it a prime spot for elite ball strikers to capitalize.

Jon Rahm +700

We’re doing it—Rahm single bullet. (I promise this won’t be an every-week thing like last year, but I love the spot here.)

Rahm has been playing excellent golf to start 2025. He sits 2nd in the season-long LIV standings despite not yet delivering anything spectacular. What stands out is his elite iron play and birdie-making ability, both of which have been sharp through the early LIV events. Add in his elite driving distance and overall tee-to-green dominance, and it’s clear why Sentosa sets up perfectly for him.

At this point last year, Rahm was still adjusting after his sudden move to LIV. Now, with more comfort and familiarity, he’s primed to notch his first win of 2025—especially with the Masters right around the corner.

Vincent’s Selections (-3 YTD, to win +9.8 points)

Patrick Reed (+2800)

His complete skill set is perfectly matched to this course's demands - excellent ball striking when needed combined with an elite short game. Reed's adaptability allows him to navigate the "twists and turns" of Singapore Golf Club, and his putting prowess meets the course's consistent requirement for "quality putting." With his proven ability to win worldwide and specifically in similar Asian conditions, Reed has all the tools necessary to capture victory this week at very appealing odds.

Louis Oosthuizen (+4000)

Oosthuizen's precise iron play and exceptional putting touch create the perfect combination for Singapore's layout. His methodical approach and ball flight control allow him to navigate the course's elevation changes and strategic challenges effectively. Few players possess his combination of major-winning experience and the balanced skill set required for this venue. His consistent ball striking and reliable putter give him multiple paths to success on a course that rewards complete players.

Talor Gooch (+5000)

Gooch has already proven his game aligns perfectly with Singapore Golf Club's demands. His previous victory here demonstrates he can manage this layout's unique challenges and capitalize on scoring opportunities. His familiarity with the course and confidence from past performance make him a strong contender at very appealing odds.

Thomas Pieters (+7000)

Pieters brings the ideal combination of power and precision iron play that can capitalize on Singapore Golf Club's opportunities. His ball striking can reach elite levels when he's dialed in, giving him the "spike ability" mentioned as crucial for success here. While his putting can be streaky, this layout allows players to "play to their strengths" and doesn't overly penalize any particular weakness. At these generous odds, Pieters offers tremendous upside as a player capable of stringing together the complete performance needed to contend at this balanced test of golf.