​British Open schedule 2026: Day-by-day TV coverage to watch Open Championship golf on NBC and stream online originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The British Open is heading to Royal Birkdale in Southport, England, for the 11th time in the history of the tournament. The historic 7,223-yard par-70 has hosted the British Open more than any course other than St. Andrews.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe 2026 field features a star-studded lineup of elite players, including returning tournament winners and the world’s top-ranked golfers. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler will be in the spotlight as he attempts to repeat his incredible performance from last year, alongside a competitive field chasing the historic Claret Jug.Other top competitors include Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Tommy Fleetwood and Jon Rahm.Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2026 British Open, including the schedule, channels, live streams and more.LIVE:Follow British Open leaderboard updates from Rounds 1-4AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDates: Thursday, July 16 – Sunday, July 19TV channels: NBC | USA Network | NBCSNLive streams: DIRECTV | Peacock | NBCSports.comCoverage of the 2026 British Open will air live on NBC, USA Network, and NBCSN, featuring comprehensive commentary and coverage throughout the tournament rounds.Mike Tirico hosts alongside play-by-play broadcasters Dan Hicks, Terry Gannon, and Steve Sands. Kevin Kisner, Brad Faxon, Paul McGinley, Curt Byrum serve as analysts, with Jim “Bones” Mackay, Smylie Kaufman and John Wood reporting from the course.The USA Network and NBCSN will carry portions of the primary broadcast, while NBC will broadcast main network coverage during the weekend rounds.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe primary television broadcast sections will be available to stream live via DIRECTV, while certain early morning tournament slots for the opening rounds will also be available on Peacock. Fans can also stream digital coverage online at NBCSports.com and via the NBC Sports app.With DIRECTV, you can enjoy a risk-free 5-day free trial to stream live sports, news, and entertainment. Catch NBC, USA Network, and over 200 channels of premium programming without long-term cable commitments. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)The 2026 British Open will be held at Royal Birkdale in Southport, England.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementPlay begins on Thursday, July 16, and the tournament concludes on Sunday, July 19.DateTime (ET)TV channelLive streamThur., July 161:30-4 a.m.Peacock/NBCSNDIRECTV, Peacock4 a.m.-3:30 p.m.USA NetworkDIRECTV, PeacockFri., July 171:30-4 a.m.Peacock/NBCSNDIRECTV, Peacock4 a.m.-3:30 p.m.USA NetworkDIRECTV, PeacockSat., July 185 a.m.-7 a.m.USA NetworkDIRECTV, Peacock7 a.m.-3 p.m.NBCDIRECTV, PeacockSun., July 194 a.m.-7 a.m.USA NetworkDIRECTV, Peacock7 a.m.-2 p.mNBCDIRECTV, PeacockBe