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TOUR: We asked Ai to Predict the Masters Winner
The victor was Collin Morikawa. At +1900, Vegas has Morikawa well behind Scheffler, McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Xander Schauffele and Jon Rahm. ChatGPT likes him, however.
It’s not a crazy pick by any measure. Morikawa is the No. 4 player in the Official World Golf Ranking and No. 3 by Data Golf.
Still, I wouldn’t say he is the obvious choice.
It appears AI weighed Morikawa’s current form more heavily than his recent penchant for failing to close out tournaments. He has finished runner-up twice this season and posted a T10 finish at the Players Championship.
“It’s all about picking someone who fits Augusta National’s profile—elite ball-striking, strong approach play, and a solid short game under pressure,” ChatGPT wrote.
“His form has been trending well, and Augusta sets up perfectly for his elite iron play. If his putting stays solid, he’ll be a real contender.”
ChatGPT offered a variety of players that it liked in addition to Morikawa. That included Scheffler, Brooks Koepka, Will Zalatoris and Aberg. Noticeably absent was McIlroy.
