Adam Hadwin vs Taylor Pendrith Prediction: Battle of the Canadians

On the second day of the American Express golf tournament, two Canadian golfers, Adam Hadwin and Taylor Pendrith, will compete head-to-head in a two-member ball match. Let's assess the capabilities of these golfers and make a selection.

Over the last 12 months, Hadwin has been involved in 21 tournaments, achieving two top-five finishes and securing three more finishes within the top 10. In his recent four appearances, Hadwin managed to finish in the top five once. Demonstrating consistency, he has qualified for the weekend in three consecutive events and aims to extend this streak in the upcoming tournament. As he enters this matchup, the Canadian golfer is considered the favorite and looks to secure his 13th professional win.

Taylor Pendrith is a Canadian professional golfer currently competing on the PGA Tour. He made the transition to professional golf in late 2014, following the Eisenhower Trophy. Initially, in 2015, Pendrith predominantly played on the PGA Tour Canada. From 2017 to 2019, he focused on the Canadian Tour, where he faced limited success in 2017 and 2018.

However, Pendrith's fortunes changed in 2019, with notable achievements such as being the runner-up in the Osprey Valley Open and securing victories in the 1932byBateman Open and Mackenzie Investments Open. These successes contributed to him finishing second in the Order of Merit and earning a place on the Korn Ferry Tour. In July 2022, Pendrith achieved his best finish to date on the PGA Tour, securing a T2 position at the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic.

As he enters the current match, it's worth noting that Taylor Pendrith secured two victories on PGA Tour Canada in 2019, showcasing his talent and potential in the world of professional golf.

Adam Hadwin brings valuable experience to the table, and although Taylor Pendrith is a skilled golfer, I believe he falls short of Hadwin's level. While I won't underestimate Pendrith, he is anticipated to pose a challenge for Adam, showcasing his own potential. Placing a bet on Adam Hadwin to take the first lead seems like a reliable choice, even though his victory is expected.