LIV Side Bet Kicks Off in Riyadh: Picks, Predictions & The Road Ahead

The much-anticipated LIV Side Bet is officially underway, as our competitors take on Riyadh Golf Club in Saudi Arabia for the season opener. With a massive $20 million purse, this is the perfect opportunity to gain an early edge in the money race.

Picks Are In… For Some

Unlike the PGA side of the league, there are no fines for missed picks in the LIV Side Bet—just the harsh reality of falling behind on the money list. Several participants failed to submit selections, giving those who did a golden opportunity to build an early lead.

Here's a look at who’s teeing it up in Riyadh:

🏌️ David Puig – Dan
🏌️ Joaquin Niemann – Joey, Kevin
🏌️ Anirban Lahiri – Matthew
🏌️ Abraham Ancer – Rick
🏌️ Jon Rahm – Scott
🏌️ Tyrrell Hatton – Sean
🏌️ Paul Casey – Steve

Meanwhile, Aca, Bradan, Brian, and Mike have opted to sit this one out, meaning they’ll start behind in the standings.

Early Takeaways & Predictions

• Joaquin Niemann is a strong favorite, coming in hot off a solid stretch of play. Both Joey and Kevin will be hoping their pick pays off in a big way.
• Jon Rahm enters as the biggest name in the field. Scott is banking on his dominance to secure a top finish.
• Tyrrell Hatton was the first selection off the board, and Sean will be hoping that early confidence in Hatton translates to big earnings.
• Paul Casey and Abraham Ancer could be dark horses in this event, flying a bit under the radar but certainly capable of cashing in.

The LIV Side Bet: The Race Is On

With no cut and guaranteed earnings, every pick in LIV plays a role. But finishing at the top of the leaderboard means significantly bigger paydays, making every tournament crucial.

Will an early leader emerge, or will the money be spread out among the picks? We’ll find out soon enough as the first LIV event of the season unfolds.

Stay tuned for updates as the Riyadh event plays out, and good luck to everyone who made a pick! 🎯💰

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