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DraftKings fantasy golf picks: British Open 2017

By Cody Williams

SOUTHPORT, ENGLAND - JULY 18: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland putts during a practice round prior to the 146th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2017 in Southport, England. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
SOUTHPORT, ENGLAND - JULY 18: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland putts during a practice round prior to the 146th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2017 in Southport, England. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /
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$7,000 and below

Russell Henley ($7,000)
With one win and three top-10 finishes this year, Russell Henley has been a strong player thus far in 2017. He’s been playing quite well in terms of approach game and has recently shown nice accuracy off the tee. Henley’s a strong option at this price, a theme given the field.

Andrew Johnston ($7,000)
Consistency has eluded Andrew “Beef” Johnston to this point in the season. With that being said, he’s displayed nice ball striking at times throughout the year. If he can do that in his home country, it could be a nice overall showing for him.

Steve Stricker ($6,900)
Missing only one cut in nine starts this season, the veteran Steve Stricker has played quite well of late, notching two top-seven finishes in his last four events and tying for 16th at the U.S. Open. He won’t wow anyone, but he’s playing solid enough to be a strong, steady option at the British Open.

Brandt Snedeker ($6,800)
Update: Snedeker withdrew from the tournament on Wednesday morning due to injury. He will be replaced by James Hahn.
It’s hard to ignore the 2017 that Brandt Snedeker has had entering The Open Championship, finishing in the top 25 in over half of his 14 starts and with five top-10s. If he can regain his form on the green, he’ll be in contention, which is crazy value at this point.

Peter Uihlein ($6,800)
This is definitely a wild card pick, but one with a ton of upside. Peter Uihlein has five top-10 finishes and has only missed three cuts in 19 starts this season. Accuracy from the tee will be pivotal, but he’s got the upside to really make noise.

Brendan Steele ($6,800)
It’s been a solid year overall for Brendan Steele, having missed only one cut this season and notching three top-10 finishes and three other top-15 finishes just in his last 10 tournaments. His putting will determine if he can contend, but his ball-striking should save him a lot of frustration.

Tony Finau ($6,800)
After finishing in the top 20 last year at the British Open, Tony Finau has been strong for most of the 2017 season. He has five top-10 finishes and has only missed three cuts all year. The American has been threatening to win all year, and could potentially pull through at Royal Birkdale.

Ross Fisher ($6,700)
The Scottish Open was pretty indicative of what Ross Fisher needs to avoid at the British Open. Three double bogeys sunk his tournament overall, despite being one of the most accurate players playing. If he can avoid those big numbers, he’ll be strong in his home country.

Charley Hoffman ($6,700)
Charley Hoffman has been one of the most consistent players this season, including an eighth-place finish in the U.S. Open. He’s made his last eight cuts and has two top-10 showings in his last three starts. His prowess off the tee will be pivotal, but his value is large here.

Rafael Cabrera-Bello ($6,700)
Even after winning the Scottish Open, it’s a bit difficult to trust Rafa Cabrera-Bello. He’s been somewhat inconsistent all season, despite making 14-of-19 cuts. However, four of those missed cuts have com in his last 10 tournaments. After last week, though, you have to consider him at this price.

Daniel Berger ($6,700)
In his last four tournaments, Daniel Berger only has one finish outside of the top five, even if that was a missed cut at the U.S. Open. Still, he’s playing incredibly well right now and has most of his game working for him. At this price, it’s hard not to trust him.

Bryson DeChambeau ($6,700)
After making only four of his first 16 cuts this season, Bryson DeChambeau has found something lately. He’s made four-straight cuts and hasn’t finished worse than tied for 26th, including a win last week at the John Deere Classic. If his putting can maintain, he could continue his strong recent form.

Charles Howell ($6,600)
Having not missed a cut this season and with three top-10s, Charles Howell has been one of the most consistent overall players this season. He might not have the upside to win, but he’s steady for this price, which can be beneficial in the British Open.

Ryan Fox ($6,600)
It’s hard to ignore the recent form in Europe from Ryan Fox. He finished sixth at the Open de France, and then tied for fourth in both the Irish and Scottish Opens. He’s not a big name, but might be a nice high-upside sleeper if he can keep hitting it far and straight.

Bill Haas ($6,600)
Bill Haas was uncharacteristically inaccurate off the tee the last time he went out, but he made up for it after the fact to still play solidly. If he can right the problems off the tee, the latter part of that makes his prospects promising at Royal Birkdale.

Brian Harman ($6,600)
Much of what made Brian Harman a contender to win at the U.S. Open will be in play at the British Open. He’s solid and accurate off the tee and has had that on display since as well. If he can keep controlling like that, I like what he offers in the third major.

Xander Schauffele ($6,500)
Xander Schauffele won his last time out at The Greenbrier Classic and finished tied for fifth at the U.S. Open. He’s been exceptional as a rookie, especially of late when he’s really found his groove. If he keeps it up, he’ll be a great play at this price.

Stewart Cink ($6,300)
After strong play earlier in the year, Stewart Cink has fallen off a bit with no finish better that tied-46th in his last three outings. Still, Cink has been solid enough in terms of his accuracy overall this year that you have to consider him at such a low price.