The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches is set to take place, and our panel of experts has made their picks for the tournament. Here’s a breakdown of who they’re backing to win and why.
Top Picks:
* Sepp Straka (+2500) – A former winner at PGA National, Straka has been on a heater this year with multiple top finishes.
* Daniel Berger (+2500) – With current form and course experience coming together, Berger is a strong contender for the win.
* Nicolai Højgaard (+6000) – Despite a tough outing in previous years, Højgaard’s recent numbers are popping, making him a sleeper pick.
Betting Picks:
* Luke Clanton, Top 20 finish (+250): A solid choice given Clanton’s form and his need to make the cut for his TOUR card.
* Camilo Villegas, Top South American (+850): Taking a flier on Villegas’ strong approach numbers makes him an interesting pick.
* Shane Lowry, Top 10 (+250): One of the most solid performers on TOUR, Lowry is a bank builder for the week.
Fantasy Picks:
* Alex Smalley, Top 20: With his top-notch ball striking, Smalley is a statistical standout this week.
* Cameron Young, Top 10 (+500): Despite being inconsistent, Young’s recent finishes make him a confident pick to be in contention.
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Source: https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/expert-picks/2025/02/25/fantasy-golf-advice-tips-best-bets-longshots-cognizant-classic-in-the-palm-beaches-pga-national