The Memorial Tournament, hosted by golf legend Jack Nicklaus, is set to kick off this Thursday at Muirfield Village near Columbus, Ohio. This prestigious event, featuring a limited field of top players, could see Scottie Scheffler make history by becoming the first golfer in 15 years to win the same Tour event three times in a row.

Currently, Scheffler is the favorite at +310 odds on DraftKings, significantly ahead of Rory McIlroy, who stands at +1050. Scheffler has a remarkable track record at this event, having won with scores of 8-under 280 in 2024 and 10-under 278 in 2023. His last victory was clinched on the 17th hole, where he managed to secure a par while his competitor, Ben Griffin, faltered with a double-bogey.

Key facts about Scheffler’s potential three-peat:

• He can join an elite group, becoming only the fourth player in 40 years to achieve this feat, following legends like Tiger Woods and Stuart Appleby.
• Scheffler has finished in the top three in four consecutive Memorial appearances.
• His scoring average of 70.4 at this event is the best in history among those with at least 20 rounds.

Collin Morikawa, currently out due to injury, won the 2020 Workday Charity Open at this venue, but Scheffler's closest competition will be McIlroy and Cameron Young, who are also attracting significant betting interest.

With 72 players in the field, the tournament will see a 36-hole cut to the top 50 and ties. Scheffler's impressive streak of 75 consecutive cuts on the PGA Tour remains the longest active streak. He tees off at 1:35 p.m. ET alongside reigning PGA Championship winner Aaron Rai.

As fans anticipate the tournament, Scheffler stands out not only for his betting odds but also for his recent performance, making him the most-wagered player for a top-five finish. Will he secure the three-peat and write his name in the history books?