The 2026 U.S. Open is officially underway at historic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, though players got a later-than-expected start after heavy fog delayed first-round tee times by about two hours Thursday morning.
The weather could remain a major storyline throughout the championship, with tournament officials monitoring the potential for storms and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. If conditions worsen, Shinnecock’s fast greens, thick rough and exposed layout could make one of golf’s toughest tests even more demanding.
Defending champion J. J. Spaun returns after capturing his first major title last year, while world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler arrives looking to complete the career Grand Slam. Other contenders include Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and Xander Schauffele. If you’re planning to tune in this weekend, here’s everything you need to know about the TV schedule and streaming options.
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2026 U.S. Open TV schedule
Golf fans can follow every round of the 2026 U.S. Open on NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel and Peacock, with coverage beginning each morning and continuing into the evening.
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Date |
Coverage |
Channel/Service |
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Thursday, June 18 (Round 1) |
6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET |
USA Network |
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5 p.m. – 8 p.m. ET |
Peacock / NBCSN |
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8 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET |
Golf Channel (“Live From the U.S. Open”) |
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Friday, June 19 (Round 2) |
6:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET |
Peacock / NBCSN |
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1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET |
NBC, Peacock |
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7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. ET |
Peacock |
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7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET |
Golf Channel (“Live From the U.S. Open”) |
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Saturday, June 20 (Round 3) |
8 a.m. – 10 a.m. ET |
Golf Channel (“Live From the U.S. Open”) |
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10 a.m. – Noon ET |
USA Network |
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Noon – 8 p.m. ET |
NBC, Peacock |
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8 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET |
Golf Channel (“Live From the U.S. Open”) |
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Sunday, June 21 (Final Round) |
9 a.m. – Noon ET |
USA Network |
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Noon – 7 p.m. ET |
NBC, Peacock |
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7 p.m. – 9 p.m. ET |
Golf Channel (“Live From the U.S. Open”) |
How to stream the 2026 U.S. Open without cable
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If you don’t have a traditional cable package, several live TV streaming services carry NBC and USA Network, while Peacock offers additional tournament coverage.
Here’s how the major streaming options compare on price, channels and free trial availability.
Streaming tip: If you’re already paying for Walmart+, check your membership benefits before signing up for another streaming service.
Switching your included streaming perk to Peacock Premium could give you access to U.S. Open coverage at no additional cost.
How to watch the U.S. Open while traveling
If you’ll be away from home during the tournament, you may find that some streaming services offer different content depending on your location. That can make it harder to access the channels or subscriptions you normally use.
One option for travelers is a virtual private network (VPN). A VPN creates a secure connection and can let you use the internet through a server in a different location, helping protect your privacy when using public Wi-Fi and potentially allowing access to services tied to your home account.
If you’re considering a VPN, be sure to review the streaming service’s terms of use. Most VPN providers make setup straightforward, typically requiring you to download an app, sign in and choose a server location before connecting.
New to VPNs? Getting started is relatively simple:
- Choose a VPN service, such as Nord VPN, and follow the setup instructions
- Select a server location that matches your home country
- Open your streaming app and log in as usual
Whether you’re tuning in to watch Scheffler chase history, McIlroy pursue another major championship or see if Spaun can successfully defend his title, there will be plenty of drama at Shinnecock Hills.
With coverage spread across NBC, USA Network and Peacock, golf fans have multiple ways to follow every round of the 2026 U.S. Open.
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