| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Thomas beats Fitzpatrick and Bhatia | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Matt Fitzpatrick beats Bhatia and Thomas | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Akshay Bhatia beats Thomas and Fitzpatrick | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market asks which of the three players—Bhatia, Thomas, or Fitzpatrick—will record the best score in the first round of their tournament grouping. It matters because first-round performance can reflect form, course fit, and short-term advantage that traders can price.
A "1st Round 3-Ball" is a standard grouping in stroke-play golf where three players play together for the first round; the market compares only their first-round scores against each other. Historical context: pairings and three-ball dynamics have been used for decades, and outcomes depend on individual skill, course setup, and immediate conditions rather than season-long standings.
Market prices represent the crowd’s evolving expectation of which player will post the lowest first-round total among these three; they move as new information (tee times, weather, practice reports) becomes available.
The market is resolved based on which of the three named players records the best official first-round score (lowest stroke total) in the tournament. Consult the market contract for how ties, withdrawals, or disqualifications are handled.
The market’s close is listed as TBD on the event page; typically markets like this close shortly before the first tee time for the group. Check the specific contract or market page for the official close time.
Resolution of ties depends on the exchange’s contract terms. Many platforms either split payouts among tied outcomes or refer to official tie-break rules stated in the market description—review the contract details to see the exact tie resolution.
How withdrawals are treated is defined by the market rules. Some markets void or adjust when a named participant withdraws before the relevant round; others may keep the remaining outcomes active. Check the event’s terms for the procedure.
Key live updates include official tee times, weather forecasts for the group’s time window, practice-round reports or press comments, late withdrawals or injury reports, and any changes to course setup (pin locations/tee placements).