Following an extensive selection process, Oakdale was picked to host the RBC Canadian Open. The event will be held on a composite routing from Oakdale’s 27-holes. Correlate the holes were designed by legendary Canadian golf designer Stanley Thompson and Canadian Golf Hall of Famer Robbie Robinson. The 27 holes were renovated in recent years by Canadian restoration expert Ian Andrew. The tournament will be the first time Oakdale has hosted the RBC Canadian Open. Its classic parkland design is sure to be a golf betting lines challenge for the best golfers in the world.
2023 RBC Canadian Open Betting Information
| When: | June 8-11, 2023 |
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| Where: | Oakdale Golf & Country Club, Toronto, Ontario |
| Course: | 7264 yards, Par 72 |
| Purse: | $9 million |
| Defending Champion: | Rory McIlroy |
| TV Coverage: | CBS, GOLF, ESPN+, Peacock |
| 2023 RBC Canadian Open Betting Odds: | Click Here |
2023 RBC Canadian Open SBG Odds Overview
Namely, Rory McIlroy has dominated the RBC Canadian Open over the last two events. In 2019, the Northern Irishman used a final-round 9-under 61 to beat his good buddy, Shane Lowry, and Webb Simpson by seven shots. Last year, McIlroy bested Justin Thomas and Tony Finau down the stretch with an 8-under final round. The online betting event was canceled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 2023 edition at Oakdale Golf and Country Club will feature some of the biggest names in golf. Including McIlroy, Sam Burns, Matt Fitzpatrick, Tommy Fleetwood, Tyrrell Hatton, Shane Lowry, and Cameron Young. Also, a trio of Canadians who have won this season on Tour will also tee it up. They are Corey Conners, Mackenzie Hughes, and Adam Svensson.
2023 RBC Canadian Open Top Contenders
Two-time defending champion and world no. 3 Rory McIlroy returns to Canada looking to defend his title. Additionally, he can make history, as no player has ever won three straight Canadian Open titles. Other fan-favorites in the field for the 112th playing of Canada’s National Open Championship include popular names on the board. Starting with reigning US Open and RBC Heritage champion and world no. 8 Matthew Fitzpatrick. Also, world no. 17 Tyrell Hatton. And then fellow European stars Tommy Fleetwood (world no. 23), Shane Lowry (world no. 26), and Justin Rose (world no. 28).
A 20-player Canadian contingent will challenge for the national championship. First come PGA TOUR winners Corey Conners (world no. 29), Adam Svensson (world no. 61), Mackenzie Hughes (world no. 66), Nick Taylor (world no. 69), and Adam Hadwin (world no. 74).
The aforementioned players will compete alongside Team RBC ambassadors. Namely, Sam Burns (world no. 13), Cameron Young (world no. 16), Sahith Theegala (world no. 27), seven-time PGA TOUR winner Webb Simpson, and nine-time PGA TOUR winner Matt Kuchar.
Also, eight in-year PGA TOUR winners will compete at Oakdale. Including Mackenzie Hughes ((Sanderson Farms), Rory McIlroy (CJ Cup), and Adam Svensson (RSM Classic). Also, Sahith Theegala (QBE Shootout), Justin Rose AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am), Davis Riley (Zurich Classic of New Orleans), Nico Echavarria (Puerto Rico Open) and Corey Conners (Valero Texas Open).
Six major winners are represented in the field. Including four-time major winner Rory McIlroy (2011 US Open, 2012 & 2014 PGA Championship, 2014 Open Championship). Also in that group are Matt Fitzpatrick (2022 US Open), Shane Lowry (2019 Open Championship), Webb Simpson (2012 US Open), Jason Dufner (2013 PGA Championship), and Mike Weir (2003 Masters).
Four past RBC Canadian Open champions will compete at Oakdale. Including Chez Reavie (2008), Sean O’Hair (2011), Brandt Snedeker (2013), and two-time defending champion Rory McIlroy (2022, 2019).
2023 RBC Canadian Open Free Pick
In this situation, Rory McIlroy can make history with the Golf Betting Lines.
2023 RBC Canadian Open SBG Best Bets: Rory McIlroy.