The PGA Tour’s FedExCup Fall swings into Ivins, Utah, this week for the second edition of the Bank of Utah Championship, hosted at the Black Desert Resort. With 132 players in the field and a par-71 layout now stretched to 7,421 yards, the stage is set for a high-scoring shootout.
Matt McCarty is the defending champion, winning in 2024 with a 23-under finish.
Odds
These are the 2025 Bank of Utah Championship odds according to FanDuel Sportsbook (Explore the Top 25):
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One storyline that’s hard to ignore this week is the return of Michael Thorbjornsen.
Last year, Thorbjornsen withdrew from the event after entering as one of the most hyped young talents in the field. Fast forward to this season, he’s the betting favorite at +1400.
Thorbjornsen ranks top seventh in driving distance and leads the PGA Tour in greens in regulation, a good hold that could reward him this week. Moreover, his recent performance at the Baycurrent Classic speaks louder. The 24-year-old finished solo third with rounds of 69-69-66-64 in Japan.
That counted as his fourth top-four finish of the season. With the added length at Black Desert and wide fairways inviting bold tee shots, Thorbjornsen’s ball-striking is expected to shine.
But he’s not the only one drawing attention.
Rico Hoey, listed at +2500, is quietly building a case for a breakout win. The Filipino-American tied for fourth at the Baycurrent Classic, matching Takumi Kanaya’s -14 score and showing poise under pressure.
He also posted a T21 finish at last year’s inaugural Bank of Utah Championship, giving him valuable course familiarity. Hoey’s approach game has improved dramatically this year, and his ability to stay in contention through all four rounds makes him a strong value pick.
Value Bets to Look at
Beyond the top-tier favorites, savvy bettors should keep an eye on McCarty (+2500).
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While he’s not the flashiest name on the board, McCarty’s course history and ability to go low make him a sneaky pick.
Alex Smalley (+3000) and Christiaan Bezuidenhout (+3000) also offer solid value, especially given their recent top-ten finishes at Tour’s Baycurrent Classic and consistent putting stats. If you’re looking for a bet that balances upside with reliability, these names deserve a deep glance.
Dark Horses to Watch
Every tournament has its sleepers, and this one’s no different. Takumi Kanaya (+4500), who tied for fourth at the Baycurrent Classic, is trending upward and could surprise. Along with Kanaya, Doug Ghim (+5000) and Billy Horschel (+5000) also round out the list of potential dark horses if they catch fire early. That’s not all, though. One shouldn’t sleep on William Mouw (+3300), whose ball-striking stats quietly rank among the best in the field.
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