Pinehurst Resort Betting Guide
Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, NC is one of the most prestigious golf venues in the United States. The Donald Ross-designed Course No. 2 has hosted the U.S. Open in 1999, 2005, 2014, and 2024; making Pinehurst the most-frequent modern U.S. Open host. The USGA designated Pinehurst as an "anchor site" for future U.S. Opens, with returns scheduled.
About the Pinehurst
Pinehurst No. 2's crowned greens, native sandy areas, and Donald Ross routing make it one of the most challenging Open setups. Course No. 2 favors precise iron play, creative short-game, and putting touch over raw distance. NC bettors place heavy futures on Pinehurst U.S. Open winners during years it hosts.
Popular Betting Markets
- U.S. Open winner (outright)
- Top 5 / Top 10 / Top 20 finish
- First-round leader
- Head-to-head matchups
- Three-ball matchups
- Make / miss the cut
- Top American / Top European
Betting Tips
- Putting on Pinehurst No. 2's crowned greens is critical; favor strong putters
- Iron precision matters more than distance at Pinehurst
- Past Pinehurst champions often play well in subsequent visits
- Weather can change quickly in NC mid-June; wind affects scoring dramatically
History
Pinehurst No. 2 was designed by Donald Ross in 1907 and has hosted the U.S. Open four times. Champions: Payne Stewart (1999), Michael Campbell (2005), Martin Kaymer (2014), Bryson DeChambeau (2024). Pinehurst was named a USGA "anchor site" with future U.S. Opens scheduled.
Pinehurst Betting FAQ
Can I bet on the Pinehurst in North Carolina?
Yes. Pinehurst is fully bettable at all 7 licensed NC sportsbooks. Available markets include U.S. Open winner (outright), Top 5 / Top 10 / Top 20 finish, First-round leader, and many more. Bettors must be 21+ and physically located in NC at the time of the wager.
When does Pinehurst take place?
Hosts U.S. Open (last 2024, future returns scheduled)
Where is Pinehurst held?
Pinehurst Resort, Course No. 2 in Pinehurst, NC.
Which NC sportsbook is best for Pinehurst betting?
FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, and Caesars all offer deep PGA Golf market menus. Compare odds across multiple operators to find the best price on outright winner and head-to-head markets.