Tom Kim Returns to His Happy Place: A Simple Guide to His Wyndham Championship Chances

What Happened Recently?

Imagine you’re a pro golfer named Tom Kim. Here’s your summer so far:

• The Open Championship (British Open): You played so poorly you didn’t even make the weekend. Golfers call this "missing the cut."
• 3M Open (last week): You bounced back big time! You finished tied for 20th place (T20) and hit the ball really well from tee to green — gaining over 8.2 strokes on the field just with your long game.

Now you’re headed to the Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club — the exact tournament where you became a star in 2022.

Why the Wyndham Championship Is Special for Tom Kim

Important Point: This is where Tom Kim got his first PGA Tour win back in 2022. He putted out of his mind that week — gaining a mind-blowing 12.5 strokes with the putter. That’s like making every 15-footer for four days straight.

How Is He Playing Right Now? (2024 Season Stats)

Don’t just look at last week — look at the whole year. Here’s where Tom Kim ranks among all PGA Tour players:

Key Insight: Sedgefield rewards accuracy and iron play — two things Tom Kim does really well this year. Even if his putting is "meh," his tee-to-green game can carry him.

What Does "$9,200 on DraftKings" Mean? (ELI5 Version)

New to Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS)? Here’s the deal:

1. You build a lineup of 6 golfers for a tournament.
2. Each golfer has a salary (fake money).
3. You have a $50,000 budget total.
4. Tom Kim costs $9,200 — that’s mid-range pricing.
5. If he plays well, you get points based on birdies, bogeys, finishing position, etc.
6. Most points wins real money.

Why people like him at $9,200:

• He’s proven he can win here.
• His long game is elite — and that’s what scores points.
• He’s popular (lots of people will pick him), but he has upside to win outright.

Should You Play Him? A Simple Decision Checklist

1. Course fit? Yes — Sedgefield rewards accuracy & iron play.
2. Current form? Yes — 8.2 strokes gained tee-to-green last week.
3. Past success? Yes — won here in 2022 with historic putting.
4. Putting concern? Yes — 100th this season. But he can get hot.
5. Price fair? Yes — $9,200 for a former winner with elite approach play.

Verdict: Strong play for cash games (safe lineups) and tournaments (high upside). Just don’t be shocked if the putter goes cold.

Summary

• Tom Kim struggled at The Open, but crushed the ball at the 3M Open (T20, +8.2 tee-to-green).
• He won the Wyndham in 2022 with insane putting (+12.5 strokes gained).
• This year: elite approach (5th), good short game (29th), solid driving (31st) — but putting is weak (100th).
• Sedgefield fits his strengths (accuracy + irons).
• At $9,200 on DraftKings, he’s a popular, high-upside pick with real win equity.

FAQ

1. What is "strokes gained"?

It’s a stat that measures how much better (or worse) a player is than the field in a specific area — like putting, driving, or approach shots. Positive = good. Negative = bad.

2. What does "tee to green" mean?

Everything except putting. Driving, irons, chips, bunker shots — all the shots before you pull out the putter.

3. Why is putting so important at Sedgefield?

The greens are tricky and fast. In 2022, Tom Kim made everything. But even average putting can win here if your irons are dialed in.

4. What’s the difference between cash games and tournaments in DFS?

• Cash games (50/50s, double-ups): You want safe, consistent players. Top 50% get paid the same.
• Tournaments (GPPs): You need upside — players who can win. Tom Kim fits both.

5. Can Tom Kim win again at Wyndham?

Absolutely. He’s done it before. The course fits his game. The price is right. The only question: will the putter show up?