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Xander Schauffele Favored for 2026 Valspar Championship

3/17/2026

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Summary

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Xander Schauffele (American professional golfer, PGA Tour) is the +1100 favorite for the 2026 Valspar Championship, March 19–22 at Innisbrook Resort.
Viktor Hovland (Norwegian professional golfer, PGA Tour) is the defending champion at +1600, aiming to repeat after a T13 finish.
Matt Fitzpatrick (English professional golfer, PGA Tour) is listed at +1900.
The Copperhead Course features the Snake Pit closing stretch.
Golf Channel and NBC will televise the event.

History

Historical Context

The Valspar Championship, inaugurated in 2014 at Innisbrook Resort, Florida, succeeded the Tampa Bay Classic, which began in 2000. Attracting over 100,000 spectators in its first year, the tournament reflects golf's rising popularity in the U.S. and has become a key event on the PGA Tour, drawing significant media attention and featuring prominent players like Jordan Spieth.

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Story summary

Xander Schauffele (American professional golfer, PGA Tour) is the +1100 favorite for the 2026 Valspar Championship, March 19–22 at Innisbrook Resort.
Viktor Hovland (Norwegian professional golfer, PGA Tour) is the defending champion at +1600, aiming to repeat after a T13 finish.
Matt Fitzpatrick (English professional golfer, PGA Tour) is listed at +1900.
The Copperhead Course features the Snake Pit closing stretch.
Golf Channel and NBC will televise the event.

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