DeepSummary
The episode starts with Scott Van Pelt, Stanford Steve, and their guest, Gordo, having a lighthearted discussion about Gordo's appearance and his success in betting on golf, particularly with first-round leaders (FRLs). Gordo explains why he finds golf the easiest sport to bet on and shares some of his FRL picks and outrights for the PGA Championship at Oak Hill.
They delve into Gordo's betting strategies, bankroll management, and his views on who has been the best player this year on tour. Gordo also shares interesting stats related to Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler's performances. Van Pelt and Steve then discuss their experience of walking the course, its challenges, and the conversation they had with players like Max Homa and Justin Thomas.
The episode concludes with some lighthearted banter about Van Pelt's unusual dinner order the previous night and his plans for the upcoming broadcast. They also touch upon the upcoming playoffs in other sports like the NBA and NHL.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Gordo, the guest on the episode, is a golf betting expert who shares his strategies, picks, and insights for the PGA Championship at Oak Hill.
- Golf is considered the easiest sport to bet on by Gordo due to the absence of an opposing team and the ability to predict outcomes based on individual player performance and course conditions.
- The Oak Hill course is described as a challenging and demanding layout, with its deep bunkers, narrow fairways, and undulating greens, which could make it difficult for players to score well.
- Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler are highlighted as the best players on tour this year, with Scheffler's impressive streak of top-12 finishes being compared to Tiger Woods' record-breaking season in 2000.
- The episode features lighthearted banter and camaraderie between Van Pelt, Stanford Steve, and Gordo, as they discuss their experiences walking the course, interacting with players, and Van Pelt's unusual dinner order.
- In addition to golf, the episode briefly touches upon other ongoing sports events, such as the NBA and NHL playoffs.
- Gordo's betting philosophy and approach to bankroll management are discussed, including his strategy of betting on first-round leaders (FRLs) and outrights.
- The episode offers a mix of analytical insights, statistical data, and humorous anecdotes, reflecting the dynamic between the hosts and their guest.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “Well, it's by far the best sport to bet on, by far, because.“ by Gordo
- “But I. It's hard to. It's hard for me to picture double digits under par in this. In this event, winning.“ by Scott Van Pelt
- “If you've learned nothing about my friends, is that we will, we will beat a joke to. Oh, man, we'll never let go of a joke.“ by Scott Van Pelt
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ESPN, Omaha Productions, Scott Van Pelt
5/16/23