Garrick Higgo Leads Sanderson Farms Championship Heading into Final Round

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Garrick Higgo is in prime position to claim his third PGA TOUR title as he heads into the final round of the Sanderson Farms Championship. After shooting a 5-under 67 on Saturday, Higgo sits at 18-under for the tournament, two shots ahead of Steven Fisk and Danny Walker, who both shot 67s to reach 16-under.

Higgo, a two-time TOUR winner this year, has showcased impressive control throughout the week. With his current form, he has become the +110 favorite for bettors looking to capitalize on his momentum entering Sunday. “When he’s in the zone, it’s tough for everyone else,” said a source close to the tournament.

Chasing Higgo are Taylor Montgomery, sitting at 15-under, and several players tied at 14-under, including veteran Matt Kuchar and Frankie Capan III. While five shots can be hard to overcome, players with significant experience, such as Max Homa and Tom Kim, remain within striking distance at 13-under.

DraftKings Sportsbook lists Higgo as the best bet for the final round, reflecting the belief that he can maintain his lead. “He’s been among the top 20 in all Strokes Gained metrics this week, making him a reliable pick,” a betting analyst noted.

Among potential long shots, Frankie Capan III is attracting attention after gaining significant strokes on the greens, making him a tempting +4500 outright bet. Meanwhile, Taylor Montgomery’s hot putter could push him forward, despite an unfavorable betting line at +1000.

Max Homa, a three-time TOUR winner, managed to post a strong 64 on Saturday, indicating he might be poised for a surge. His previous successes provide a fully loaded resume that could complicate matters for Higgo on the final stretch.

As the tournament heads into the final round, all eyes will be on Higgo to see if he can close out the victory.