Masters 2026 TV Schedule: When Coverage Starts Today
Masters 2026 TV Schedule: When Coverage Starts Today...
Golf fans across the U.S. are searching for today's Masters Tournament broadcast times as first-round action begins at Augusta National. ESPN will air live coverage from 3:00-7:30 PM ET, with featured group streams starting at 9:15 AM ET on Masters.com and the ESPN+ streaming service.
The heightened interest comes as Tiger Woods makes his 30th Masters appearance while defending champion Scottie Scheffler seeks back-to-back green jackets. Morning fog delayed practice rounds earlier this week, but tournament officials confirm no weather-related schedule changes for Thursday's competition.
Viewers should note the traditional Par 3 Contest was canceled yesterday due to thunderstorms, marking only the second cancellation in the event's 66-year history. CBS takes over weekend coverage starting Saturday, with Sunday's final round airing from 2:00-7:00 PM ET.
Augusta National's strict broadcast policies mean no live coverage exists before 3:00 PM ET on linear TV, though streaming options provide earlier access. The Masters app offers live scoring, shot tracking, and four simultaneous video feeds throughout the tournament.
Workers at Augusta National completed last-minute course preparations overnight after Wednesday's weather disruptions. Tournament chairman Fred Ridley confirmed all systems are operational for what forecasts suggest will be ideal scoring conditions during today's opening round.
