The 2026 Masters tournament is set to unfold at Augusta National Golf Club, starting on April 9. As the first major championship of the year, excitement is building for the world's elite golfers who will compete for the prestigious green jacket.
Defending champion Rory McIlroy enters the Masters following a thrilling victory last year. His upcoming Champions Dinner promises to signal the start of a week filled with competition and anticipation. All eyes will be on McIlroy as he aims to defend his title amidst a field of nearly 90 top-tier competitors, including two-time champion Scottie Scheffler, 2023 winner Jon Rahm, and major victor Bryson DeChambeau.
"Yeah, before the rain, yeah. The wind direction changed significantly. The greens got a lot softer," said Scheffler, reflecting on conditions leading into the tournament. "You look at the second shot I hit into 4 today, spun back a good 30 feet, which definitely wasn't happening earlier in the round. Greens got a little slower."
For fans eager to catch all the action, coverage of the Masters will be provided by CBS and ESPN. Extensive streaming options are also available through various platforms, ensuring viewers can immerse themselves in every moment of the tournament.
**2026 Masters TV Schedule (ET)**
- **April 8 (Par 3 Contest)**: 2-4 p.m. (ESPN) - **April 9**: 1-3 p.m. ET (Prime Video); 3-7:30 p.m. (ESPN) - **April 10**: 1-3 p.m. ET (Prime Video); 3-7:30 p.m. (ESPN) - **April 11**: 12-2 p.m. ET (Paramount+); 2-7 p.m. (CBS) - **April 12**: 12-2 p.m. ET (Paramount+); 2-7 p.m. (CBS)
**Streaming Options**
Fans can also watch the tournament online. Masters.com, the Masters App, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, DirecTV, and the ESPN App will host a range of coverage, including featured groups and holes throughout the event.
Here’s how to stream the Masters during the tournament week:
- **April 6**: Masters On the Range: 12-2 p.m. (Masters.com, Masters App, Paramount+) - **April 7**: Masters On the Range: 9-11 a.m. (Masters.com, Masters App, Paramount+); Practice round coverage: 12-2 p.m. (ESPN App) - **April 8**: Masters On the Range: 9-11 a.m. (Masters.com, Masters App, Paramount+); Mornings at the Masters: 9-9:45 a.m. (Masters YouTube); Practice round coverage: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. (ESPN App); Masters Par 3 Contest: 12-4 p.m. (ESPN App, Masters.com, Masters App, Disney+) - **April 9**: Honorary Starters: 7:30 a.m. (Masters.com, Masters App); Masters On the Range: 8:30-10:30 a.m. (Masters.com, Masters App, Paramount+) and more.
As the tournament approaches, the anticipation among fans and players alike reaches a fever pitch. McIlroy will face fierce competition from top-ranked players who are just as eager to claim the iconic green jacket this year.
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The Masters is not just a tournament but an event that embodies the spirit of golf. Be prepared to witness the drama and excitement that only Augusta National can deliver as the world's best battle it out on the hallowed grounds this April.