Each Way Betting at The Open: How It Works & What You Need to Know

What is Each Way Betting in Golf?

An each way bet involves you placing two bets tied into one. It gives bettors a chance for their bet to still win, at reduced returns. 

For example, say that you place a bet on a golfer to finish 1st in a tournament and within a certain number of places. If the player wins, your bet will win. However, if the player does not win, but still finishes within the places you bet on, part of your bet will be paid out, so you still receive a bit of profit. 

Why is The Open Championship best for Each Way Bets?

When it comes to tournaments such as The Open Championship, this is where each way betting markets really come into their own.

With such a large playing field of 156 golfers, playing in some of the most unpredictable conditions that is the weather at the Royal Portrush golf course, the value of each way betting markets can often see large swings. 

With such a large playing field of 156 golfers, playing in some of the most unpredictable weather conditions across The Open's rotation of historic links courses, the value of each way betting markets can often see large swings.

If you are still finding your feet with golf betting more generally, our golf betting strategy guide is the best place to start, and our guide to betting on the Ryder Cup covers the other major event on the golf calendar.

Tips for Maximising Each Way Bets Value

Compare Bookmakers

Be sure to explore various bookmakers before placing any each way bets. This can help you to secure the best possible value as well as see what sites may be offering that others may not. Check how many places each bookmaker is offering and go with the one with the most for more chances for your each way bet to be a success.

Look Beyond the Favourites

Instead of backing the favourites for the tournaments, take a look at other in-form players that may be undervalued. Look for Open specialists and previous underdogs to try and get the best odds for your each way bets.

Manage your Bankroll

Make sure to set yourself a budget that you can afford and stick to before placing bets on The Open Championship. Place smaller bets as opposed to a couple of larger bets, and make use of the responsible gambling tools available at bookmakers, such as setting deposit limits to your account to monitor your spending.

Our betting strategy hub covers plenty more bet types like this one.