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Betting Tips: Avoid Hoge and Finau for Sony Open

1/14/2026

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Summary

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Brady Kannon provides betting guidance for the 2026 Sony Open and advises against wagering on Tom Hoge or Tony Finau.
Tom Hoge is currently ranked 99th.
Hoge has missed nine cuts in 15 starts since May 2023.
Hoge has missed the Sony Open cut four times.
Tony Finau has six Professional Golfers' Association Tour (PGA Tour) wins.

History

Historical Context

The PGA Tour, formally established in 1968, significantly expanded its audience and sponsorship revenue in the 1990s, generating over $100 million in prize money by 1991. This growth attracted elite golfers like Tom Hoge and Tony Finau. Today, Hoge's recent struggles underscore the Tour's competitive nature, while the rise of golf betting reflects the sport's evolving commercial landscape and increased fan engagement.

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Story summary

Brady Kannon provides betting guidance for the 2026 Sony Open and advises against wagering on Tom Hoge or Tony Finau.
Tom Hoge is currently ranked 99th.
Hoge has missed nine cuts in 15 starts since May 2023.
Hoge has missed the Sony Open cut four times.
Tony Finau has six Professional Golfers' Association Tour (PGA Tour) wins.

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