The 152nd Open Championship: Preview, Props, Best Bets

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The final major of 2024 begins Thursday at Royal Troon in South Ayrshire, Scotland.

The first three have produced three different champions: Scottie Scheffler (Masters), Xander Schauffele (PGA Championship) and Bryson DeChambeau (U.S. Open).

All three are among the pre-tournament favorites this week as well, although it's Scheffler who clearly leads the way at sportsbooks. Th