Truist Championship 2025: Top Contenders and Betting Tips

The 2025 Truist Championship, a PGA Tour Signature Event, is set to take place from May 8–11 at the Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon Course. This marks a venue change from its usual location at Quail Hollow due to the upcoming PGA Championship.
The tournament features a strong field of 72 top players, including defending champion Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Justin Thomas. Notably absent is World No.1 Scottie Scheffler, who opted for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson instead.
The Wissahickon Course, a par-70 measuring 7,119 yards, is expected to challenge players with its firm and fast Bentgrass greens and emphasis on total driving and mid-to-long iron approach play.
Truist Championship 2025: Top Contenders
Tommy Fleetwood Eyes First PGA Tour Win at Truist Championship
Fleetwood has been in solid form, with a T5 finish at the Genesis Invitational and a 7th place at the RBC Heritage. He ranks 12th on the PGA Tour in total strokes gained this season, indicating strong overall performance.
Russell Henley Aims for Second 2025 Victory at Truist Championship
Henley secured his fifth PGA Tour victory at the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. He has been consistent this season, with multiple top-10 finishes, including a T10 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Daniel Berger looks to continue his impressive 2025 PGA run
Berger has found consistency in his game, placing T2 at the Phoenix Open and T3 at the RBC Heritage. His driving accuracy and approach play make him a strong contender on the Wissahickon Course.
Maverick McNealy’s Strong Form Makes Him a Truist Championship Dark Horse
McNealy has had three top-three finishes in his last seven outings, including a T3 at the RBC Heritage. His strong putting performance, particularly at the Genesis Invitational, where he recorded a Strokes Gained: Putting mark of 8.375, could be advantageous on the challenging greens of the Wissahickon Course.
Bet on Maverick McNealy to win
Betting Tips
Odds correct at time of writing