Texas Open

0-2,-3pts.  not a sniff again.

There is an argument for being cautious with bets this week. This marks a return to bermua grass for the first time on tour for several months. As such, current form might not be of such high importance in this event - something that has been borne out in past results.

This is a course where it is not a great disadvantage to be short off the tee, and so I'm going to go for two experienced players who know all about plotting their way around a course.

Back Corey Pavin to finish in the top five 1.5pts @25/1 at Expekt

Has shown this season that he can still be competitive so long as his lack of distance isn't a major issue. 8th last time out at the Buick Championship means his game looks in good shape and he also has a decent record on this course, having posted a number of top15 finishes here. It's been a long time since he's won, so place only looks a good option here.

Back Nick Price to finish in the top five 1.5pts @16/1 at SkyBet

Another who isn't the longest, but has built his success on brilliant iron play. He hasn't played this event before, but his record in Texas is exceptional. since 2001, in nine Texan events he's had a win, 2 top fives, a further 3 top tens and only finished outside the top 25 once. As far as I can tell he hasn't played competitively since The Open at St Andrews so rustiness could be a bit of an issue, but I think he's worth taking a chance on at these odds.