Riviera is back. The cut is back. And Scottie Scheffler is coming for everyone.

On this Wednesday preview episode of From the Rough Golf Podcast, Johnny and IndyCarTim break down the 2026 Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club — the PGA Tour’s second signature event of the season with a $20 million purse on the line.

Can Scottie Scheffler finally win at Riviera after 18 straight top-10 finishes?
Is Rory McIlroy ready to close again after flashing form at Pebble?
Are we sleeping on Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, or Hideki Matsuyama?

We dive into:
🔥 Full Genesis Invitational betting odds
🔥 Course breakdown: Riviera Country Club (Par 71, 7,383 yards)
🔥 Top plays, long shots & “Ham Sandwich” bombs
🔥 Who survives the 36-hole cut
🔥 Why this event hits different

With Tiger Woods hosting and 18 of the world’s top 20 players in the field, this isn’t just another PGA Tour stop — this is legacy territory.

Drop your picks in the comments. Who wins at Riviera?

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