2026 Masters: How to Watch - TV and Streaming Schedule

The 89th playing of the Masters golf tournament will be broadcast across multiple networks and streaming platforms.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:37pm

The 2026 Masters golf tournament will take place at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia from April 9-12. The event will be broadcast across a variety of television and streaming platforms, including CBS, Golf Channel, ESPN, Prime Video, and Paramount+. Coverage will include live tournament action, pre-tournament specials, and additional features and highlights available through the Masters' official website and mobile app.

Why it matters

The Masters is one of the most prestigious events in professional golf, and the comprehensive television and streaming coverage allows fans around the world to follow all the action from Augusta National. With the absence of legends like Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, this year's tournament presents an opportunity for new stars to emerge and compete for the coveted Green Jacket.

The details

CBS will air five Masters-themed specials during the week, while Golf Channel, ESPN, Prime Video, Paramount+, and the Masters' own digital platforms will provide live tournament coverage across all four rounds. Fans will be able to access features like 'Amen Corner' coverage, player practice range footage, and the ability to re-watch every single shot hit during the tournament using the Masters' IBM Watson-powered technology.

  • The 89th Masters tournament will take place from April 9-12, 2026.
  • The pre-tournament coverage begins on Monday, April 6 with Golf Channel's 'Live from the Masters' show.
  • The Par 3 Contest will air on ESPN and ESPN+ on Wednesday, April 8.
  • Round 1 coverage starts on Thursday, April 9, with the final round on Sunday, April 12.

The players

Tiger Woods

A 15-time major champion who will not be competing in the 2026 Masters.

Phil Mickelson

A 3-time Masters champion who will also not be in the field for the 2026 tournament.

Rory McIlroy

The defending Masters champion who will be looking to complete the career Grand Slam with a victory at Augusta National.

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What’s next

Fans will want to tune in early and often to catch all the action from the 2026 Masters, as the tournament's comprehensive television and streaming coverage allows them to follow every shot from the world's best golfers competing at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club.

The takeaway

The 2026 Masters will provide golf fans with a wealth of viewing options across multiple networks and streaming platforms, ensuring they can follow all the drama and excitement from one of the sport's most prestigious events. While the absence of legends like Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will be felt, the tournament presents an opportunity for new stars to emerge and etch their names in Masters history.