2014 WGC Accenture World Matchplay Betting Preview and Tips

Note: Matchplay brackets will be published by WGC on 17th Feb 2014. This post will be updated then.




Hunter Mahan

hunter mahan_thumb[3][4]Comes into this matchplay in excellent form having had a T4 in Phoenix and sixth at Pebble Beach. Tore through Manassero, Sterne and Kaymer, Simpson and Poulter on his way to the final last year with only Webb Simpson giving him a game. Beaten 2&1 by Matt Kuchar in the final. After beating Zach Johnson on the first extra hole in the first round in 2012 again cruised through to the final beating Rory McIlroy in the final 2&1. Set to face Kevin Streelman in the first round.
 

Matt Kuchar

pga_zach_johnson_matt_kucharStarted the season very promisingly with a T6 at the Tournament Of Champions and a T8 at the Sony Open as he did last season when he won here. Beaten by Hunter Mahan 6&5 in 2012 but got his revenge in 2013 in the final. Won the third place consolation match against Bubba Watson in 2011 after losing to Luke Donald in the semis. Seems to have the perfect relentless matchplay game to contend at Dove Mountain. Looks set to play Bernd Wiesberger in round one according to current standings.
 

Ian Poulter

poulter chestSince winning in 2010 against Paul Casey in the final, Poults has twice gone out in the first round losing to Stewart Cink in 2011 and Sang Moon Bae in 2012. Played well again last year but got his ass handed to him by Hunter Mahan in the semi final. Certainly has the grit, determination and Ryder Cup pedigree for matchplay; but needs to get a good draw. Should play Pablo Larrazabal in round one.
 

Rory McIlroy


Mcilroy clintonHas been beaten early in the recent past by Shane Lowry (2013) , Ben Crane (2011) and Oliver Wilson (2010) but went on a super run all the way to the final in 2012 where he lost narrowly to Hunter Mahan. Is an entirely different animal this year, comfortable with his clubs and driving long. Big chances. First up is Richard Sterne.
 

Projected First Round Matches prior to Northern Trust Open

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