Rory McIlroy Surges to Favorite in Latest 2025 Masters Odds After Round 3 Heroics
By Brady Trettenero in Golf
Updated: April 13, 2025 at 2:11 am EDTPublished:
- Rory McIlroy surges into the solo lead at -9, now the +150 favorite to win the Masters
- Bryson DeChambeau 1 shot back at +260 odds, Scottie Scheffler 3 shots behind at +450
- Read on for the latest 2025 Masters odds and analysis heading into Sunday’s final round
The odds to win the 2025 Masters have shifted dramatically after Rory McIlroy’s hot start to Round 3. McIlroy eagled the par-5 2nd hole to reach 9-under par, claiming the solo lead and vaulting to +150 favorite status in the process. Bryson DeChambeau is one shot back at 8-under and now the second choice at +260, while first-round leader Justin Rose has tumbled to +1400 after a shaky start dropped him to 6-under.
McIlroy began the day two shots behind 36-hole leader Rose but quickly made his move on Moving Day. A routine par at the 1st settled any nerves before fireworks at the par-5 2nd, where Rory’s approach rolled off the back of the green. Undeterred, he chipped in for eagle, igniting roars from the Augusta patrons.
It was an impressive start for McIlroy, who has made no secret of his desire to complete the career Grand Slam. With 18 holes to play, he’s well-positioned to join golf’s most exclusive club.
Latest 2025 Masters Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Rory McIlroy | +150 |
| Bryson DeChambeau | +260 |
| Scottie Scheffler | +450 |
| Justin Rose | +1100 |
| Shane Lowry | +1200 |
Odds as of 3:05 p.m. ET on Apr. 12, 2025 at DraftKings Sportsbook. Check out the top US betting sites for the Masters.
McIlroy’s Odds to Win Masters on the Rise
McIlroy’s fast start has been reflected in his odds. The Northern Irishman now sits alone atop the betting board at +150, a significant shift from his +330 price tag at the start of the round. His closest competitors have drifted as a result.
DeChambeau, the pre-round betting favorite at +260, has slid to +330 as he tries to keep pace with McIlroy. Overnight leader Rose has fared even worse – early bogeys have seen his odds tumble from +1100 to +1400.
Even defending champion Scottie Scheffler has seen his odds lengthen from +220 to +450 after a slow start. If McIlroy maintains this form, he’ll be tough to catch.
Scheffler Offering Value at +450
While McIlroy leads the pack, Scheffler looms as an intriguing bet at +450. The world No. 1 rebounded from a bogey at 7 with a birdie at 8 and sits just three back of the lead.
Scheffler’s history at Augusta, particularly on the back nine, adds to his appeal. Over his last 12 rounds at the Masters, he’s averaging an impressive 33.6 strokes on the second nine. If he can keep things close until the back nine on Sunday, that +450 could start to look like a bargain.
The defending champ is also looking to prove that his dominant 2024 win was no fluke. A focused and motivated Scheffler at +450 odds is an enticing prospect.
Rose Fading as Sunday Pressure Mounts
In contrast, Justin Rose is once again struggling with the lead at a major. The Englishman now has five first-round leads at the Masters, but has yet to convert any into a green jacket.
Rose’s major championship performances have been marked by near-misses. He has two runner-up finishes at Augusta and 11 top-5s in majors since his last win at the 2016 U.S. Open.
While his +1400 odds might appear tempting, Rose’s track record suggests betting on him to finally conquer his Augusta demons is a risky play.
2025 Masters Leaderboard – Round 3
- Rory McIlroy -9 (2)
- Bryson DeChambeau -8 (1)
- Justin Rose -8 (1)
- Corey Conners -7 (2)
- Scottie Scheffler -6 (3)
Sunday at the 2025 Masters should be a memorable one. McIlroy is chasing the career Slam, DeChambeau seeks his second green jacket, Scheffler aims to validate his status as golf’s top dog, and a host of other big names lurk within striking distance.
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Brady is the lead NHL and College Football editor at Sports Betting Dime, where he specializes in betting odds and data-driven analysis. Brady has over 10 years experience working in sports media, with work published by outlets such as ESPN, CBS Sports, Yahoo! Sports and Fox Sports.
