Match play pick (ytd 12-17-4 -4.17 units)

[judgesmails]

Chris DiMarco +160 vs. David Toms

Toms putter has not been up to his usual standard this week, not that he has needed it much with all the gimmes he has had. I am betting this price more than anything. +160 is too much to pass up.

Line and bet at Pinnacle for one unit.

[jonnyb]

I need help!!! I placed $5 on DiMarco at beginning of tourney (60-1) !!! /images/graemlins/smile.gif

Should I now place some cash on Toms (-160) so I am in a no lose situation?

I don't gamble much (had some money put in an account on sportsbook.com for signing up at paradise poker) so I'm not sure what is +EV here.
Thanks so much for ANY advice.

[judgesmails]

First off, nice pick with DiMarco, congrats!

Hedging has been discussed here before and I may get some who disagree, but I would lay off a small amount to ensure you double your original investment.

Bet enough with your book to make $10 if Toms wins, let the rest roll and root for DiMarco.

You may get opinions varying from laying off the max to not laying off any. I always like laying off just enough to guarantee doubling my investment. Good luck.