Masters 2026 TV Coverage Starts Early Thursday Morning
Masters 2026 TV Coverage Starts Early Thursday Morning...
Golf fans across the U.S. are searching for Masters Tournament broadcast times as first-round coverage begins Thursday, April 10 at 3:00 a.m. ET on ESPN. The early start reflects Augusta National's traditional morning tee times and the tournament's global audience.
This year's Masters marks the 90th anniversary of the historic event, with defending champion Scottie Scheffler returning as favorite. ESPN will air live coverage from 3:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET Thursday and Friday, while CBS takes over weekend broadcasts starting at 3:00 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday.
Viewers can also stream all four rounds through the ESPN+ and Paramount+ platforms. The Masters app will provide featured group coverage and Amen Corner live streams beginning at 8:45 a.m. ET daily.
Search interest spiked Wednesday as fans prepared for the year's first major championship. Augusta National's limited commercial breaks and iconic scenery make the Masters one of the most-watched golf events worldwide.
Tiger Woods' scheduled 10:18 a.m. ET Thursday tee time has drawn particular attention. The five-time champion seeks to make his 24th consecutive Masters cut, which would break the tournament record he currently shares with Gary Player and Fred Couples.
