Golf Betting & Odds – Bet Online with Puntit

Puntit takes golf betting to the next level, offering dozens of markets and competitive odds for all the major and minor tournaments worldwide. Often considered the elite’s pastime, the intricacies of this sport and the sheer skill amongst players make it a great betting option for punters in India. Our sportsbook offers exclusive golf bonuses to increase your bankroll. You can even leverage our in-play betting, Bet Boost and Lucky Dip features to enhance your betting options further.

Puntit has a special Bet Boost feature that you can use to maximize your potential wins when golf betting online. It offers enhanced odds on select markets for a limited period. To use it, select your sport and choose “Boosts” from the top ribbon to see the enhanced odds available.

The US Masters tournament is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments. It is the only major tournament played on the same golf course every year—the Augusta National—so you can assess past performance accurately before betting.

The tournament has several unique traditions, including awarding a green jacket to the champion, the Champions Dinner hosted by the previous year’s winner, and the ceremonial opening tee shot by golf legends.

At Puntit, the US Masters odds are available around the year to plan your bets, track line movements, and capitalize on early value.

Lucky Dip is an exciting golf betting feature at Puntit that can assign you a random bet with boosted odds. It uses a Random Number Generator, so each betting option has an equal probability of being selected. It’s a great option when you’re not sure what to bet on or want to discover new betting opportunities with competitive odds quickly.

To use it, click “Lucky Dip” on the left sidebar menu and tap the “Take Lucky Dip” button in the events available under the golf section.

A hole-in-one occurs when players get the ball into the cup directly from their tee shot without taking other strokes. These are rare: of the 88 editions of the US Masters, there have been only 34 holes-in-one, with the latest in 2022 from Stewart Cink.

The hole-in-one golf betting market in the US Masters typically has long odds due to the difficulty of Augusta’s par-3 holes, so landing a winning bet here can result in a massive payout. Here are some golf betting tips for hole-in-one wagers:

• Focus on par-3-heavy courses, as they offer more chances for an ace.
• Check players' past stats and bet on those with a history of hole-in-ones.
• Consider the weather, because calm conditions increase the precision of shots.

However, a hole-in-one bet should only be placed for fun because of its low probability.

The history of golf is just as captivating as betting on the game. It traces back to 15th-century Scotland, when players would use a bent stick to hit a pebble over dunes and around tracks. King James II temporarily banned it in an Act of Parliament in 1457 because it distracted attention from military training, but the restrictions were removed in 1502.

The sport gained popularity across Europe in the 16th century after King James IV of Scotland overturned the ban and became the first golfing monarch.

Although the Scots formalized the game, various cultures have played similar games throughout history. For example, the Chinese played an ancient ball game called “Chuiwan,” where players used clubs to hit designated targets with the ball, and the Romans played “Paganica”, which involved hitting a stuffed leather ball with a bent stick.

The main rules of golf are as follows:

• Play the ball as it lies: Hit the ball from wherever it lands without changing its position, even if it’s in an unfavourable spot.
• Order of play: Holes are played in numerical order for each round, usually 18 on the course.
• Count every stroke: Every single stroke counts toward your total score.
• 14-club rule: Don't use more than 14 clubs in a round.
• Tee off behind the tee markers: Start your shot from the tee in the designated teeing area.

Players must complete each hole by getting the ball into the cup in as few strokes as possible.

At Puntit, golf betting odds are displayed in the decimal format by default, where events with low odds are more likely to occur than those with higher odds. However, you can switch to American, Asian, Indonesian, or fractional formats in the settings.

Each format is presented and read differently; for example, in American odds, a negative number indicates the favorite, while a positive number indicates the underdog. You should select a suitable format for better comparison and analysis.

Assess the pre-match and in-play betting odds before wagering to increase your chances of betting correctly. The odds typically account for several key factors, including player form, injuries, and historical results, providing good betting insights.

Golf offers endless betting opportunities because it’s played year-round, but the following events offer the best markets and odds:

• The British Open: A competition for the Champion Golfer of the Year title and Claret Jug trophy. It is the oldest golf tournament in the world, held since 1860.
• US Masters: A four-day prestigious golf tournament played at the Augusta National Golf Course every April.
• The US Open: An annual competition with challenging courses featuring tighter fairways, thick roughs, and challenging greens.
• PGA Championship: An annual golf tournament held by the Professional Golfers' Association of America. It brings together all the best golfers worldwide to compete for the Wanamaker Trophy.
• The Ryder Cup: A team-based competition of 12 players played in odd-numbered years in the US and Europe. It involves eight foursomes, eight fourballs, and 12 singles matches.
• The Players Championship: Also referred to as the “fifth major”, this tournament has been held annually since 1974. It is known for its strong field, large prize purse, and iconic 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass.
• The Tour Championship: A tournament that marks the end of the PGA Tour season. It is open to the 30 players who progress from the FedExCup Playoffs.

Puntit stands out from other golf betting sites because it covers these and all major tournaments internationally.

At Puntit, you can access dozens of golf betting markets, including popular options like:

• Tournament Winner: Bet on which player will win a specific golf tournament.
• Prop bets: Bet on specific outcomes, such as whether a golfer will hit a hole-in-one.
• Top 10 Finish: Bet on which players finish among the top 10 of the tournament.
• Head-to-Head Matchups: Bet on which golfer will outperform another during the tournament.
• First Round Leader: Bet on which golfer will be the leader after the first round.
• Each Way Betting: Place a bet on a golfer to finish in the top places, even if they don’t win.
• Outrights: Bet on the overall outcome of a tournament, such as the FedEx Cup winner or European Tour champion.

With these diverse markets, you’ll have numerous betting options that allow you to tailor your bets to match your strategy and increase the chances of winning.

Betting on golf at Puntit is a breeze. You only need to:

1. Sign up: Click the “Sign Up” button at the top right to create an account.
2. Deposit: Tap “Deposit”, choose a payment method, make a deposit, and claim your bonus.
3. Select an event: Choose a live or upcoming event and open it to access the available markets.
4. Place your bet: Select your wagers, add the stake, and confirm your bet.
5. Cash out: Enjoy the game and cash out when your prediction is correct.

It’s easy for all punters to complete, even those new to sports betting.