5 Sleeper picks for the 2023 Valspar Championship

Valspar Championship - Previews
Valspar Championship - Previews

The Valspar Championship is one of the most important events of the golf season, and it attracts some of the best players in the world. Fans are ecstatic to see Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, and Rory McIlroy compete, but the event also gives up-and-coming players a chance to show off their skills, which is exciting for the fans.


2023 Valspar Championship sleeper picks

Here are some more details about the five sleeper picks for the 2023 Valspar Championship:

1) Kevin Roy

The Honda Classic - Round Two
The Honda Classic - Round Two

During the competition, golfer Kevin Roy is one to keep an eye on. Although he hasn't won a tournament in more than a year, he's been playing well of late, as seen by the fact that he's finished in the top 10 in two of his most recent four competitions. His prior performance at Innisbrook, during which he competed in the 2018 Valspar Championship, earned him a spot in the top 25. If Roy keeps up his current level of play, he has a chance to stun everyone with a performance that is much above their expectations.


2) Taylor Moore

WM Phoenix Open - Final Round
WM Phoenix Open - Final Round

Another golfer with the ability to steal the spotlight at the Valspar Championship is Taylor Moore. He was able to get his card for the PGA Tour the year before, and he has continued to do well on the Korn Ferry Tour. Moore has the capacity to compete with the best, which means that he might be in the running for the title. As a golfer, he has the potential to improve his game if he were to compete more frequently in front of larger audiences.


3) Ryan Armour

Puerto Rico Open - Round One
Puerto Rico Open - Round One

The competition will be held at Innisbrook, a golf course that is famous for its consistent and exceptional performances by golfer Ryan Armour. He's been playing well recently, finishing in the top 10 at the Valspar Tournament in 2018. Even though Armour might not be as well known as some of the other contestants, there is a good chance that he will still put in a performance that will surprise everyone with how well it goes.


2) Harry Higgs

Puerto Rico Open - Final Round
Puerto Rico Open - Final Round

The fact that Harry Higgs finished in the top 10 at the Players Tournament demonstrates how well he has been playing recently. The year before, he competed in the Valspar Championship and had a finish that placed him in the top 25. Higgs may stand out from the crowd due to his unconventional playing style. He's the kind of golfer who just wants to have fun, and his easygoing attitude could end up giving him the edge he needs to take home the trophy.


Brice Garnett

Puerto Rico Open - Final Round
Puerto Rico Open - Final Round

Brice Garnett, a golfer, is off to a good start this year. He finished in the top 10 at the Honda Classic. He has a solid track record at Innisbrook, where he has finished in the top 20 in each of his last two appearances at the Valspar Championship. His most recent appearance was in 2017. Garnett is not afraid to take chances, which could prove an advantage for him in the championship game.


Conclusion

The 2023 Valspar Championship is shaping up to be an intriguing tournament. Fans of golf should pay attention to Kevin Roy, Taylor Moore, Ryan Armour, and Harry Higgs even though the focus will be on the best players on the field. Brice Garnett will also be worthy of their attention. These golfers might not be well-known just yet, but a strong showing at the tournament could change that.

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