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2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational TV Schedule and Coverage
Where to watch the PGA Tour's third signature event of the season
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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The 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, the third signature event of the PGA Tour season, will bring the Tour's best players to Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Florida. Defending champion Russell Henley will look to defend his title against a field that includes past champions Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and others.
Why it matters
The Arnold Palmer Invitational is one of the PGA Tour's most prestigious events, with a $20 million purse and a strong field of top players. This year's tournament could see continued parity in the signature events, as there have been 10 straight different winners in these marquee tournaments.
The details
Russell Henley will be looking to defend his 2025 title, when he edged out Collin Morikawa for the biggest win of his career. Scottie Scheffler, a two-time champion at Bay Hill, will be aiming to join Tiger Woods as the only players to win the event three times. Rory McIlroy, the 2018 champion, is also in the field as he seeks his first win of 2026.
- The first round starts on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
- The final round is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026.
The players
Russell Henley
The defending champion, having won the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational.
Scottie Scheffler
A two-time champion at Bay Hill, looking to join Tiger Woods as the only players to win the event three times.
Rory McIlroy
The 2018 champion, seeking his first win of the 2026 season.
What’s next
The tournament will take place over four days, with the final round scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026.
The takeaway
The 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational promises to be an exciting event, with a strong field of top players competing for one of the PGA Tour's signature titles. Fans can look forward to seeing if the recent parity in these marquee tournaments continues, or if a player like Scottie Scheffler or Rory McIlroy can establish dominance.
