Masters 2026 Coverage Start Time: When To Watch Today

Masters 2026 Coverage Start Time: When To Watch Today...

Golf fans across the U.S. are searching for today's Masters Tournament coverage start time as the 2026 event enters its pivotal weekend. ESPN and CBS will broadcast live from Augusta National Golf Club, with featured group coverage beginning at 10:15 a.m. ET and full television coverage starting at 3 p.m. ET.

The tournament is trending as Tiger Woods makes his 30th Masters appearance while chasing a record-tying sixth green jacket. Saturday's 'Moving Day' action could determine whether Woods or current leader Scottie Scheffler maintains momentum heading into Sunday's final round.

Augusta National officials moved tee times earlier due to potential afternoon thunderstorms in Georgia. ESPN's main broadcast window runs from 3-7 p.m. ET, with CBS taking over for highlights and analysis during its 3-5 p.m. ET SportsCenter segment.

Digital viewers can stream featured groups starting at 10:15 a.m. ET via Masters.com, the ESPN app, or Paramount+. The Masters' official website also offers four separate live feeds including Amen Corner coverage and featured holes.

Viewership is expected to surge after Friday's dramatic cut line battle eliminated several top contenders. Golf Channel's 'Live From the Masters' pre-game show begins at 9 a.m. ET, providing early analysis before the first weekend pairings tee off at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Tournament organizers confirmed all systems are operational after Friday's brief weather delay. The Masters remains the most-watched golf event in America, with last year's Saturday broadcast drawing 8.4 million viewers during Scheffler's championship run.