​Well, we’re already approaching the final men’s major of the calendar year, and the early results have seen Rory McIlroy, Aaron Rai, and Wyndham Clark triumph at Augusta, Aronimink, and Shinnecock Hills, respectively. This event offers one more opportunity for Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and the world’s elite golfers to add to their already impressive trophy hauls—before the calendar turns to next year. In addition, Scheffler has a real shot at back-to-back titles as Champion Golfer of the Year, a feat not accomplished since Padraig Harrington did it in 2007–08 at the same venue as this year’s tournament: Royal Birkdale.
NBC Sports and the R&A will provide extensive television and streaming coverage across NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel, and Peacock, with Peacock’s Featured Group feeds delivering streaming-first options from the opening tee shot to the final putt. In total, more than 300 hours of golf will be accessible to fans who crave every moment of the oldest championship in the game.
How can you watch all the action? Our handy Viewer’s Guide lays out the complete schedule for TV and streaming coverage so you won’t miss a single stroke of action.
The 154th Open Championship
Royal Birkdale Golf Club, Southport, England
July 16–19, 2026
Championship Rounds: July 16–19, 2026
US Broadcast: NBC, USA Network, and Peacock
156-player field; Practice Rounds July 12–15
New & Notable for 2026
– Return of Birkdale to The Open’s rota for the 11th time since 1954, a figure exceeded only by St. Andrews within that span. The Southport links last hosted in 2017, when Jordan Spieth lifted the claret jug.
– Defending Champion Scheffler seeks back-to-back glory after winning at Royal Portrush.
– A 156-player field including exempt players, Open Qualifying Series winners, and Last-Chance Qualifier survivors contends for the crown in 2026.
How to claim the Open label in 2026
– Full 156-player field of exempt players, Open Qualifying Series winners, and Last-Chance Qualifier survivors battle for a shot at immortality.
Complete TV and streaming schedule
– Sunday–Wednesday, July 12–15: Practice rounds all week; Last-Chance Qualifier (July 13) and Open Preview Show on Peacock. Daily live scoring, news, and player updates at theopen.com.
– Thursday, July 16 (Round 1): 1:30 AM–4:00 AM ET early coverage as the first groups tee off in Southport. Peacock main coverage from 4:00 AM–3:00 PM ET (simulcast on Peacock) with USA Network all-day featured groups and dedicated feeds following marquee pairings via Peacock or the app.
– Friday, July 17 (Round 2): 1:30 AM–4:00 AM ET early coverage; main Round 2 coverage 4:00 AM–3:00 PM ET (cut-line drama) simulcast on Peacock; USA Network all-day featured groups across every hole on Peacock or app.
– Saturday, July 18 (Round 3): 5:00 AM–7:00 AM ET early third-round coverage on USA Network; 7:00 AM–3:00 PM ET Round 3 main broadcast (simulcast on Peacock); NBC provides all-day featured groups and multiview options via Peacock or the app.
– Sunday, July 19 (Final Round): 4:00 AM–7:00 AM ET early final-round coverage of the opening groups on USA Network; main coverage throughout the day with continued Peacock and app access for featured groups and multiview.
This year’s Open promises a thrilling blend of veteran prowess and rising talent, set against the storied backdrop of Royal Birkdale. Whether you follow every shot on TV, stream every group through Peacock, or track scores online, you’ll have access to extensive coverage that ensures you don’t miss a moment of the world’s oldest golf championship.