2026 Memorial Tournament: PGA Betting and Fantasy Preview - Key Stats, Course Breakdown, Tournament Trends, TV Times, and More

June 2, 2026

2026 Memorial Tournament betting and fantasy golf preview with key stats, Muirfield Village Golf Club course breakdown, field analysis, and TV times for this week’s PGA Tour event.

The PGA TOUR heads to Dublin, Ohio this week for the Memorial Tournament. This signature event is held at Muirfield Village Golf Club and features an 72-player field, with no cut.

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler returns to Muirfield Village Golf Club looking to capture his third consecutive Memorial Tournament title. The field is loaded with elite talent, featuring every player inside the Official World Golf Ranking Top 10 except Collin Morikawa, who remains sidelined as he continues to deal with a lingering back injury.

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the Memorial - Tournament Information

• Dates: June 4th – June 7th, 2026
• Location: Dublin, Ohio, United States
• Course: Muirfield Village Golf Club
• Course Type: Parkland
• Par: 72 (4x 3’s / 10x 4’s / 4x 5’s)
• Length: 7,569 yards
• Format: 72-hole stroke play
• Greens: Bentgrass .090”
• Fairways: Bentgrass .350”
• Rough: Kentucky bluegrass / ryegrass / fescue 4”
• Bunkers: 68
• Water Hazard(s): 13 (In-Play on 13 Holes)
• Average Green Size: 5,000 sq. ft.
• Stimpmeter: 11.0 ft.
• Purse/ Winner: $20,000,000 /$4,000,000
• FedEx Cup Points: 700
• Field: 72 Players
• Cut: No Cut
• Playoff Format: Sudden Death (18, 18, 10, 14 and 18 again repeatedly)
• Course Scoring Average:
  • 2025: 73.38 (+1.38), Rank 4 of 50
  • 2024: 73.50 (+1.50), Rank 4 of 51
  • 2023: 73.52 (+1.52), Rank 5 of 49

the Memorial - Course Information

Course Architect:

• Course Architect: Jack Nicklaus (1974)
• Recent Renovations: Jack Nicklaus (2020)

Comparable Courses:

• Torrey Pines Golf Course – Farmers Insurance Open – RESULTS
• Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge – Arnold Palmer Invitational – RESULTS
• Augusta National Golf Club – Masters Tournament – RESULTS
• Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course) – Valspar Championship – RESULTS

Comparable Location (Dublin, Ohio):

• TPC Deere Run – Silvis, Illinois – John Deere Classic
• Detroit Golf Club – Detroit, Michigan – Rocket Mortgage Classic
• Keene Trace Golf Club – Nicholasville, Kentucky – Kentucky Championship

Designer Link (Jack Nicklaus (1974)):

• Tahoe Mountain Club (Old Greenwood) – Jack Nicklaus (2004) – Barracuda Championship
• PGA WEST (Nicklaus Tournament Course) – Jack Nicklaus (1987) – The American Express

Comparable Yardage (7,569 Yards):

• TPC Craig Ranch – 7,569 Yards – THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson
• Augusta National Golf Club – 7,565 Yards – Masters Tournament

Comparable Greens (Bentgrass .090”):

• Torrey Pines Golf Course (North) – Bentgrass .100″ – Farmers Insurance Open
• Augusta National Golf Club – Bentgrass .125” – Masters Tournament
• TPC Craig Ranch – Bentgrass .100” – THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson
• Colonial Country Club – OO7XL bentgrass .100” – Charles Schwab Challenge
• TPC Deere Run – L-93 Bentgrass .100” – John Deere Classic
• ISCO Championship – A1/A4 bentgrass .110” – Hurstbourne Country Club
• TPC Twin Cities – Bentgrass .110” – 3M Open
• Yokohama Country Club (West Course) – Bentgrass – Baycurrent Classic
• Black Desert Resort – 007XL Bentgrass .120” – Black Desert Championship

Comparable Average Green Size (5,000 sq. ft.):

• PGA WEST (Pete Dye Stadium Course) – 5,000 sq. ft. – The American Express
• Torrey Pines Golf Course (South Course) – 5,000 sq. ft. – Farmers Insurance Open
• Spyglass Hill Golf Course – 5,000 sq. ft. – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
• Colonial Country Club – 5,000 sq. ft. – Charles Schwab Challenge
• TPC River Highlands – 5,000 sq. ft. – Travelers Championship

the Memorial - TV Information (ET)

• Round 1: Thursday, June 6th, 2026
  • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 7:45 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Golf Channel – 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Round 2: Friday, June 7th, 2026
  • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 7:45 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Golf Channel – 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Round 3: Saturday, June 8th, 2026
  • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Golf Channel – 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
  • CBS – 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM
• Round 4: Sunday, June 9th, 2026
  • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Golf Channel – 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
  • CBS – 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM

the Memorial - Weather

the Memorial - Course/Tournament History

Established in 1976 by golf legend Jack Nicklaus, the Memorial Tournament was created with the vision of becoming one of the premier events on the PGA TOUR while honoring the game's rich history and traditions.

Hosted annually at Muirfield Village Golf Club, a course designed by Nicklaus himself, the inaugural tournament was won by Roger Maltbie in a sudden-death playoff over Hale Irwin. Thanks to Nicklaus' vision and the demanding nature of the course, the tournament quickly became one of the most prestigious stops on the PGA TOUR schedule.

One of the Memorial Tournament's defining traditions is its annual recognition of individuals who have made significant contributions to the game of golf. Over the years, legends such as Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, and Arnold Palmer have been honored, reinforcing the event's commitment to preserving golf's history.

The tournament has also produced countless memorable moments, including Nicklaus winning his own event in 1977 and Tiger Woods capturing a record five Memorial Tournament titles between 1999 and 2012.

The story of Muirfield Village Golf Club began in 1966 when Nicklaus purchased the land that would eventually become his signature design. Construction officially started on July 28, 1972, and the club was dedicated on May 27, 1974.

An exhibition match between Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf served as the club's introduction to the golfing world, with Nicklaus posting a 66 that stood as the course record for five years. The first official event at the club was the Columbus Pro-Am in 1975, setting the stage for the debut of the Memorial Tournament the following year.

Located in Dublin, Ohio, Muirfield Village was inspired by Muirfield, where Nicklaus won his first Open Championship in 1966. His goal was to create a championship-caliber venue capable of testing the world's best players while remaining enjoyable for golfers of all abilities.

The course's rolling terrain, strategic bunkering, and demanding green complexes quickly established it as one of the finest layouts in the United States.

Since opening, Muirfield Village has undergone numerous renovations under Nicklaus' direct supervision to ensure it remains relevant in the modern era of professional golf.

The most significant update came following the 2020 Memorial Tournament when every green complex was rebuilt, bunkers were expanded and reshaped, and several holes underwent substantial modifications. Nicklaus famously referred to the project as his "final bite at the apple," signaling what he expected to be the last major renovation of the course during his lifetime.

Beyond hosting the Memorial Tournament, Muirfield Village has welcomed several of golf's most prestigious team competitions. The club served as the venue for the 1987 Ryder Cup and the 2013 Presidents Cup, further cementing its place among the game's most respected championship venues.

Today, Muirfield Village remains one of the most recognizable and challenging courses in professional golf, combining championship-caliber design with a deep connection to the sport's history.

Previous Tournament Venues:

Previous Tournament Names:

Tournament Records:

• Most Wins at Event:
  • 5 – Tiger Woods (1999, 2000, 2001, 2009, 2012)

• Largest Margin of Victory:
  • 7 Strokes, Tiger Woods (2001)

Course Records:

• 72-Hole Record:
  • 268, Tom Lehman (1994)

• 18-Hole Record:
  • 61, John Huston (Round 2, 1996)

the Memorial - Course Guide/ Scorecard

Originally crafted by Jack Nicklaus in 1974, Muirfield Village Golf Club features a Par 72 layout, comprising four Par 3s, ten Par 4s, and four Par 5s.

Muirfield Village Golf Club is one of the longer tests on the PGA TOUR, measuring 7,569 yards and ranking fifth out of 44 courses in total length. While the course is long, the fairways are relatively generous by TOUR standards, averaging 32.5 yards wide and ranking 21st out of 44 venues.

The greens, however, present a much tougher challenge. Averaging roughly 5,000 square feet, they are the fifth-smallest greens players will see all season, placing a premium on approach play and scrambling ability.

Bunkers are not a major defining feature of the layout, as Muirfield Village contains just 68 bunkers, ranking 18th fewest among PGA TOUR courses. Instead, much of the course's difficulty comes from its demanding length and the presence of water hazards. Water is in play on 13 holes, the fifth-most on TOUR, creating risk-reward decisions throughout the round and adding another layer of difficulty to one of the Tour's most challenging venues.

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the Memorial - Notable Par 3s

The four Par 3s range between 180 yards and 218 yards. Last year, all of the par 3s had a scoring average over par.

Hole 8 | Par 3 | 200 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 3.081 (Difficulty Rank - 11)

The tee shot should be about a 6- or 7-iron for most of the players, maybe an 8-iron at times, depending on where the pin is located on the green. The problem before the latest renovation was that the old green was built on top of an older green. So we eliminated both versions and created a new green. At the same time, we rebuilt the bunker on the right. The build-up on the right side of that bunker made for an impossible shot at times. Now, the grade has dropped a little and makes for a much more playable bunker shot.

Hole 12 | Par 3 | 180 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 3.322 (Difficulty Rank - 2)

Depending on the pin, the choice here is either a short iron into the left side of the two-tiered green or take one more club to find the right side of the green. Obviously, the tee shot must cover the large lake which also guards the right side as well. The back bunker is no bargain and is not a place you want to be.

the Memorial - Notable Par 4s

There are ten Par 4s at Muirfield Village Golf Club, with the majority of those holes ranging between 450 and 450 yards. No. 14 is the shortest, listed at 360 yards, with the longest being No. 17, playing 503 yards. In terms of scoring average, the toughest par 4 on the course last year was the 10th hole.

Hole 14 | Par 4 | 360 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 3.923 (Difficulty Rank - 15)

I believe this is one of the best short par-4s in the game of golf. Because of that, we made no changes whatsoever in the design. It is still a drivable par 4, if the player so chooses, but the penalties are obviously severe. Most would play a long iron off the tee, and a 9-iron or wedge into the green.

The penalties are obvious, with the potential of missing into the water up the right or putting the ball into the bunkers on the left, which means you’re left with a very difficult up and down. It’s truly a fun hole to play.

Hole 18 | Par 4 | 480 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.195 (Difficulty Rank - 5)

The 18th hole, a strong dogleg right, has the same tee shot, with most of the players going with 3-wood and leaving themselves a middle to short iron into the green, but they have to avoid the creek on the left and bunkers at the corner of the dogleg on the right.

Before the renovation, we had only one pin position on the back left of the green. So, we softened that area and lengthened it out with less pitch, so the ball doesn’t run up there and just come back.

the Memorial - Notable Par 5s

There are four Par 5s on the course: No. 7, No. 7, No. 11, and No. 15. Three of those four holes played under par during the 2025 Memorial Tournament. Among them, the par-5 15th was the easiest hole on the course, yielding a scoring average of 4.662, or 0.338 strokes under par.

Hole 5 | Par 5 | 547 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.857  (Difficulty Rank - 16)

The fifth hole is actually shorter than before. After moving the tee down and to the left, we knocked down the hill on the right for better visibility off the tee. The creek still splits the hole, forcing a decision off the tee. I would say that 95 percent of the players—maybe even more—will hit the ball down the fairway on the left side, probably with a 3-wood.

There will be the occasional player who will try to take it over the water, leaving himself with a short iron into the green. Have at it! It is there for the taking, if you want it, but the penalty is severe.

The green, which has been moved back 30 yards and to the left, is a bit smaller and narrower and is protected by a bunker front left and two little ones on the right. The more aggressive you get, the tougher the third shot. If you lay it back for a wedge third shot, you are looking right up the green. If you try to get a little more aggressive and get up closer to the green, it could be good, but if you go long, the pitch is over a bunker to a green running towards the water.

Hole 11 | Par 5 | 588 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 5.00 (Difficulty Rank - 14)

Players face the same tee shot, with the creek on the left and bunker on the right. If you fit a driver between the two and hit it long, you can get home in two. If you want to play it as a three-shot par 5, the players might go hybrid, iron and wedge into the green.

The green was moved to the left to avoid the trees on the right. Before the renovation, the trees would hang out there, and players would sometimes have to slice a shot into the green, which isn’t the play that should be required. The green is more of a bowl, meaning if you miss it long or to the right, the chip is a little more severe coming down the hill into the green. Hit the green in two, and there are a lot more opportunities for eagles here.

Featured/ Signature Hole(s): 12, 18

the Memorial - Key Statistics

Strokes Gained: Off the Tee

Strokes Gained: Approach

Strokes Gained: Around the Green

Strokes Gained: Putting (Bentgrass)

Good Drive %

Par 3 Scoring: 200-225 Yards

Par 4 Scoring: 450-500 Yards

Par 5 Scoring: 550-600 Yards

Scrambling %

Bogey Avoidance Gained

Proximity Gained: 200+ Yards

Comparable Courses and Event History

the Memorial - The Field

The 2026 Memorial Tournament features another elite 72-player field. Twenty-five of the top 30 players in the Official World Golf Ranking are set to tee it up this week, headlined by World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who returns to Muirfield Village Golf Club seeking his third consecutive Memorial Tournament title.

Basis of qualification for each entrant this week:

• Top 50 on Prior Year's FedExCup Points List
• Aon Next 10 (projected through Charles Schwab Challenge)
• Aon Swing 5 (projected through Charles Schwab Challenge)
• Sponsor Exemptions - Members not otherwise exempt
• Top 30 OWGR - PGA TOUR Members (thru Charles Schwab)
• Current FedExCup Points List

Previous Winners in the Field (Event):

• Scottie Scheffler – 2025, 2024
• Billy Horschel – 2022
• Patrick Cantlay – 2021, 2019
• Hideki Matsuyama – 2014
• Matt Kuchar – 2013
• Justin Rose – 2010

Debutants in the Field:

• Alex Fitzpatrick, Harry Hall, Kristoffer Reitan, Matt McCarty, Mac Meissner, Pierceson Coody, Ricky Castillo, Ryo Hisatsune, Sudarshan Yellamaraju

Exemptions:

• Tony Finau: Sponsor Exemptions -  Members not otherwise exempt
• Billy Horschel: Sponsor Exemptions -  Members not otherwise exempt
• Matt Kuchar: Sponsor Exemptions -  Members not otherwise exempt
• Patrick Rodgers: Sponsor Exemptions -  Members not otherwise exempt

Notable Withdraws/ Changes:

• N/A

the Memorial - The Odds

Here’s a breakdown of the top players in the field for this year’s Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club, ranked by current betting odds (via DraftKings). The table below details each player’s five most recent finishes on the PGA Tour/ DP World Tour and their last result at the Memorial Tournament. My top plays of the week are included in the PGA Premium package.

the Memorial - Recent Horses for Courses

the Memorial - Recent Donkeys for Courses

the Memorial - Previous Winners' Scores, Prices, and Strokes Gained (Rank at Tournament)

• 2025: Scottie Scheffler (-10)
  • Price: 3-1

• 2024: Scottie Scheffler (-8)
  • Price: 15-4

• 2023: Viktor Hovland (-7)
  • Price: 20-1

• 2022: Billy Horschel (-13)
  • Price: 60-1

• 2021: Patrick Cantlay (-13)
  • Price: 22-1

the Memorial - Previous Winners Incoming Form (Last 5 Starts)

• 2025: Scottie Scheffler
  • T4 – Charles Schwab Challenge (PGA)
  • WON – PGA Championship (MAJ)
  • WON – THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson (PGA)
  • T8 – RBC Heritage (PGA)
  • 4 – Masters Tournament (MAJ)
• 2024: Scottie Scheffler
  • T2 – Charles Schwab Challenge (PGA)
  • T8 – PGA Championship (MAJ)
  • WON – RBC Heritage (PGA)
  • WON – Masters Tournament (MAJ)
  • T2 – Texas Children's Houston Open (PGA)
• 2023: Viktor Hovland
  • T16 – Charles Schwab Challenge (PGA)
  • T2 – PGA Championship (MAJ)
  • T43 – Wells Fargo Championship (PGA)
  • T59 – RBC Heritage (PGA)
  • T7 – Masters Tournament (MAJ)
• 2022: Billy Horschel
  • MC – Charles Schwab Challenge (PGA)
  • 68 – PGA Championship (MAJ)
  • 2 – Zurich Classic (PGA)
  • T21 – RBC Heritage (PGA)
  • 43 – The Masters (MAJ)
• 2021: Patrick Cantlay
  • T23 – PGA Championship (MAJ)
  • MC – Wells Fargo Championship (PGA)
  • T11 – Zurich Classic of New Orleans (PGA)
  • MC – RBC Heritage (PGA)
  • MC – The Masters (MAJ)

the Memorial - Previous Winners' Finishes at Event

• 2025: Scottie Scheffler

• 2024: Scottie Scheffler

• 2023: Viktor Hovland

• 2022: Billy Horschel

• 2021: Patrick Cantlay

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