Firstly, starting with the BMW Championship from Wentworth in England, the favourite appears to be Henrik Stenson who is priced at a handy 12/1. The Swede however, does not have a good track record at Wentworth, placing tied 50th last year, with a score of one over, and not breaking 70 in any of his four rounds. Compile his record with his low price and it is worth steering clear of Stenson.
For me the value of the competition is looking towards one of two people. Fellow Swede of Stenson, Robert Karlsson or Englishman Oliver Wilson. Karlsson is easily one of the most consistent players on the European Tour just now, with his strong iron shots being the major player in his game. Karlsson was one of the few shining lights of last years Ryder Cup and he proved that he can win tournaments, triumphing in the Mercedes-Benz Championship and the Dunhill Links, alongside the Golfing World Cup win in 2008. He also placed third last year in this competition, so has a strong knowledge of the course, and I would not be surprised to see him near the top come this Sunday. Karlsson (Outright) - 25/1
I was extremely surprised to hear that Oliver Wilson has not won an event since turning pro in 2003. Last year I watched him finish second four times, and another runner up place this year in the HSBC Champions tournament. However, a big plus for me in placing money on Wilson is his second place last year in this tournament where he lost out in a play-off to Miguel Angel Jimenez after they both finished on eleven under. If Oliver can get a decent start then he may just be in the reckoning come Sunday. Wilson (Outright) - 33/1
Specials:
Miguel Angel Jimenez - Top Five Finish (8/1)
Charl Schwartzel - First round leader (66/1)
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