Best Open Championship Betting Sites

Best Open Championship Betting Sites

Bookmaker	Golf Coverage	Key Feature	Official Site
bet365	Comprehensive golf hub with markets for The Open Championship, PGA Tour, DP World Tour and live/in-play golf lines.	Extensive outright, each-way and in-play markets for majors plus detailed golf editorial and stats.	Official Site
William Hill	Major-focused markets including The Open Championship with long-established UK Open pricing and specialty props.	Deep major-week markets from a UK bookmaker with long Open coverage and targeted Open betting guides.	Official Site
BetMGM	Full major coverage (The Open, Masters, U.S. Open, PGA) and tournament-specific futures and props where available in regulated US/Intl markets.	Wide selection of major and specialty Open markets for US-licensed customers; strong in-play and futures product.	Official Site
DraftKings	Major championship markets, DFS integration and Open-specific content (outrights, first-round leader, props) available where sportsbook is licensed.	Mobile-first sportsbook + DFS cross-play for major weeks; strong US state coverage where licensed.	Official Site
FanDuel	Outrights, top‑10/top‑20, first‑round leader and special Open boosts/promotions in jurisdictions where FanDuel operates.	Large US customer base with tournament promotions and boosted major-week offers; integrated research tools.	Official Site
Unibet	European-focused golf markets including The Open Championship, with popular each-way terms for majors in many EU/UK markets.	Competitive each‑way terms and place bets for large-major fields; good coverage in UK/Europe.	Official Site
Pinnacle	International golf markets including majors and big tour events; known for sharp pricing and high limits (availability varies by territory).	Very low margins and high limits—favoured by sharp bettors; geo-restrictions mean availability differs by country.	Official Site

Quick summary — why these sites

This shortlist focuses on sportsbooks that consistently publish markets for The Open Championship and other majors, while also offering the range of props and in-play options major-week punters expect. Several choices are aimed at different types of customers: mainstream retail bettors (bet365, William Hill, FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM), European each‑way shoppers (Unibet) and value/limit‑focused bettors (Pinnacle). Where an operator’s product is territorially restricted we note that below — always check local licensing before attempting to register or deposit. (bet365.com)

How we researched and ranked these bookmakers

Methodology: we targeted operators with verifiable, current golf coverage for The Open Championship (outrights, top‑10/top‑20, round leaders, head‑to‑head and in‑play markets) and then cross‑checked licensing / market access in major regulated jurisdictions. Priority factors: breadth of Open markets (outright + props), in-play/live markets during the tournament, clarity of major-week editorial (betting guides, stat tools), and jurisdictional licensing or clear market presence. We favoured fewer, substantiated operators over padded lists. (bet365.com)

Verification rules we used

• Confirmed each operator publishes an Open Championship or majors golf page or related editorial for The Open. (bet365.com)
• Checked public regulator records or the operator’s legal/terms pages where licensing statements are required (UK Gambling Commission, state regulators, operator help pages). (gamblingcommission.gov.uk)
• Flagged operators with known geo‑limits (Pinnacle is international but restricts certain countries; US‑facing operators have state‑by‑state availability). Where we could not verify a bookmaker’s licence in a particular country we explicitly say so. (pinnacle.com)

Operator notes availability (what to check before you bet)

bet365

bet365 runs an extensive golf hub and routinely lists The Open Championship markets — outrights, place‑bets, first‑round and specialty props — plus live/in-play betting during the tournament. The operator holds licences and operates in multiple regulated markets; availability depends on the country and local licensing. If you’re in the UK or another regulated market where bet365 is licensed you’ll typically see full Open markets. Always confirm local access on bet365’s site or via your regulator. (bet365.com)

William Hill

William Hill has long produced detailed betting guides, major‑week markets and Open‑specific content aimed at British and European customers. The William Hill business also appears on the UK Gambling Commission public register; punters in Great Britain and other regulated markets should check William Hill’s local site for the exact suite of Open markets. (news.williamhill.com)

BetMGM

BetMGM publishes dedicated golf sections and opens The Open Championship markets in jurisdictions where it is licensed (principally US regulated states and select international markets). US customers should confirm the sportsbook’s availability in their state — BetMGM is licensed state‑by‑state and offers tournament props and live betting for majors where permitted. (betmgm.com)

DraftKings

DraftKings offers The Open Championship outrights, props and extensive DFS content tied to major weeks. DraftKings’ sportsbook availability is state‑by‑state in the United States and varies internationally; check DraftKings’ “Where is Sportsbook available?” page for the current list of states before assuming you can place Open bets. (dknetwork.draftkings.com)

FanDuel

FanDuel advertises Open Championship markets and often runs promotions or boosts around majors in the markets where it operates (primarily the US). If you are in a regulated US state where FanDuel holds a license you’ll usually find outrights, top‑10/top‑20 markets and first‑round leader markets for The Open. Always confirm local availability on the operator’s site or via your state regulator. (fanduel.com)

Unibet

Unibet markets itself strongly to UK and European golf bettors and maintains dedicated golf pages that include The Open Championship. In many UK/EU markets Unibet is known for competitive each‑way terms on majors (extended place payouts), making it a frequent choice for punters who use each‑way strategies in large fields. Confirm your country’s local Unibet domain for the exact Open markets and terms. (unibet.com.au)

Pinnacle

Pinnacle is widely used by value‑seeking bettors for low-margin odds and high betting limits; it covers golf and majors internationally. However, Pinnacle’s service is geo‑restricted in a number of countries (its terms and restricted‑territories lists are explicit) — in particular many operators restrict or block access from the United States, the UK and other regulated markets. If you favour low margins and high limits, check Pinnacle’s local terms and your regulator before attempting to open an account. (pinnacle.com)

Markets to expect for The Open Championship

Topline markets that reputable sportsbooks list for The Open Championship include:

• Outright winner (tournament winner) and enhanced each‑way options during major week. (bet365.com)
• Top‑5 / Top‑10 / Top‑20 finishing place markets and nationality/rookie props. (betmgm.com)
• First‑round leader / round winners and group/head‑to‑head matchups (player A vs player B). (bet365.com)
• Make‑the‑cut (yes/no) and hole‑by‑hole or next‑hole winner markets in-play. (betmgm.com)
• Specialty majors-only props (nationality leader, highest finishing amateur, course‑related props) that appear around The Open. (news.williamhill.com)

How to choose the best bookmaker for your Open bets

1. Jurisdiction legality: first check whether the sportsbook is licensed to accept customers from your country or state. Licensing determines whether you can legally register, deposit and withdraw with an operator. If you can’t verify local licensing, don’t assume access. (gamblingcommission.gov.uk)
2. Market depth for majors: compare outright + place terms, number of props, and whether the book offers each‑way terms that suit your staking plan. Unibet and some UK books are often more generous on each‑way majors terms, while US books prioritize boost-style promotions. (unibet.com.au)
3. Odds and margins: sharp bettors prefer low-margin books (Pinnacle is known for low margins), while retail bettors may prioritise promotions and risk‑free offers around majors. (pinnacle.com)
4. In-play product and mobile experience: if you plan to bet live during The Open, pick a sportsbook with reliable in-play markets and a well-ranked mobile app. bet365 and the major US books are recognised for in-play stability. (bet365.com)
5. Payments and limits: check deposit/withdrawal methods and the maximum stake allowed on major props — limits vary widely by operator and by account verification level. If you need to place larger bets, confirm limits before the tournament week. (pinnacle.com)

Regulation legal note