Expert analysis points to Cameron Young as top pick for 2026 Truist Championship
The 2026 Truist Championship begins this Thursday at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C., with Rory McIlroy listed as the +500 favourite.
Elite golf betting handicapper Brady Kannon has released his predictions for the 2026 Truist Championship, identifying Cameron Young as the player to beat. Following a victory at the Cadillac Championship in Miami, Young is the top selection to secure back-to-back Signature Event wins. Kannon, who possesses more than 30 years of experience in the industry, has also highlighted a list of other key contenders including Xander Schauffele, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Ludvig Åberg.
In a notable shift from his usual selections, Kannon is advising bettors to fade Australian golfer Min Woo Lee. The expert recommends avoiding Lee in outright and head-to-head bets at odds of 33-1. This caution stems from a history of poor performance at the venue, specifically noting that Lee missed the cut during his only prior visit to Quail Hollow at last year's PGA Championship.
Kannon argues that Lee's recent 18th-place finish at Doral was driven primarily by exceptional putting, a formula he deems unsustainable for the upcoming tournament. While Lee is recognised as one of the bigger hitters in the game, the expert suggests his historical record at Quail Hollow makes him an unattractive selection despite his current form. The Australian also finished 43rd and 48th in previous tournaments at Torrey Pines and was cut at The Masters earlier in the year.
The tournament will be contested on the par-71, 7,583-yard Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. Beyond the outright winner, Kannon has provided a comprehensive list of odds for the field, with Rory McIlroy standing out as the +500 favourite. Other notable prices include Schauffele at +1000, Fitzpatrick at +1500, and Tommy Fleetwood at +2200.
Kannon's track record includes calling eight major winners since 2013 and hitting six PGA winners, including a 110-1 longshot with Harris English in 2025. His analysis for the Truist Championship begins on Thursday, offering a detailed breakdown of the field for those looking to engage with the betting market.
