British Masters 2017: When is it? Who's playing? Who's going to win? TV schedule
THE BRITISH MASTERS gets underway in Newcastle on Thursday - and Express Sport is on hand to bring you everything you need to know about the event.
Lee Westwood is hosting the British Masters this year
The 2017 British Masters gets underway this week as Rory McIlroy looks to end the season on a high in Lee Westwood’s event.
When is the British Masters?
The British Masters starts on Thursday 28 September and runs until Sunday.
When can I watch the British Masters on TV?
The British Masters is live on Sky Sports Golf.
TV Coverage schedule
Tuesday 26 (Hero Challenge) – Sky Sports Golf from 7.30pm
Wednesday 27 (Pro-Am) – Sky Sports Golf from 3.30pm
Thursday 28 – Sky Sports Golf from 9.30am
Friday 29 – Sky Sports Golf from 9.30am
Saturday 30 – Sky Sports Golf from 11.30am
Sunday 1 – Sky Sports Golf from 10.30am
Where is the British Masters?
The British Masters is being played at Close House, Newcastle and is hosted by Lee Westwood.
Who’s playing at the British Masters?
The field is strong with the inclusion of Rory McIlory.
He’s joined by Sergio Garcia, Alex Noren, Lee Westwood, Ian Poulter and Chris Wood.
Full British Masters round one tee times
Who will win the British Masters?
Rory McIlroy is most bookies favourites despite his difficult season - best priced at 8/1.
The four-time major winner is yet to win a tournament this year.
His tied fourth in the Open was his best performance at a Major, while he finished the same place a the Arnold Palmer and the World Golf Championships.
Defending champions Alex Noren can be backed at 14s across the board and is third favourite behind Sergio Garcia at 9s or best priced at 11.
Express Sport’s tip is Eddie Pepperell who can be found at 40/1.