TPC Toronto Hosts the Event for the First Time as McIlroy Enters as Favorite

Toronto, ON – June 5, 2025 — The PGA Tour heads to Canada this week for the highly anticipated 2025 RBC Canadian Open, but the tournament begins with a noticeable void. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler will not compete at TPC Toronto, sending shockwaves across the golf world.

Scheffler, fresh off a stunning win at the 2025 Memorial Tournament, has opted to sit out this week’s event. With three victories already this season—including the CJ Cup Byron Nelson and the PGA Championship—his absence is a major headline leading into the weekend.

Rory McIlroy Headlines a Smaller but Competitive Field

McIlroy Favored to Win at +450 Odds

Despite lacking PGA Tour signature status, the RBC Canadian Open still boasts some notable names, headlined by Rory McIlroy. McIlroy enters the event as the clear favorite with +450 odds, according to the latest betting markets.

This year’s event will be hosted for the first time at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, marking a fresh challenge for the entire field. With no prior PGA Tour history at this venue, players face an unfamiliar test as they compete for national glory.

Canadian Eyes on Nick Taylor Once Again

Top-10 Finish (+360) Among Popular Prop Bets

Local favorite Nick Taylor is drawing betting interest after his historic win in 2023, when he became the first Canadian in 69 years to win the RBC Canadian Open. He’s listed at +360 to finish in the top 10 and +2800 to repeat as champion. Taylor has already claimed a title this season at the Sony Open and finished fourth last week in Dublin, OH.

“I’m not quite sure how Taylor is this far down the odds board,” said SportsLine golf expert Eric Cohen, who includes Taylor in his seven-leg parlay. Cohen’s parlay reportedly pays out over $1 million on a $10 bet if successful.

RBC Canadian Open 2025 – Odds Leaders

• Rory McIlroy: +450
• Ludvig Aberg: +1400
• Corey Conners: +2000
• Shane Lowry: +2200
• Robert MacIntyre: +2800

Key RBC Canadian Open 2025 Facts

• Dates: June 5–8, 2025
• Location: TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley
• Defending Champion: Robert MacIntyre
• Top Canadian Contender: Nick Taylor