The third men’s major championship of the 2026 golf season is almost here as the world’s best players head to Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York, for the 126th U.S. Open Championship.
Fans can watch every round of the tournament live across NBC, USA Network, Golf Channel and Peacock, with additional feature-group coverage available on DIRECTV. Below you’ll find the complete U.S. Open TV schedule, streaming information, tournament details, betting favorites and player field.
Keep up with every stroke of the 2026 US Open Championship & more pro golf on DIRECTV.
What Channel Is the U.S. Open On?
Fans can watch the 2026 U.S. Open across NBC, USA Network and Golf Channel throughout tournament week.
- NBC (check local listings)
- USA Network (DIRECTV Channel 242)
- Golf Channel (DIRECTV Channel 218)
DIRECTV customers can also access additional feature-group coverage and enhanced viewing experiences throughout the championship.
Why Watch the U.S. Open on DIRECTV?
DIRECTV gives golf fans more ways to follow every shot, pairing and leaderboard move throughout the U.S. Open, with enhanced viewing options designed specifically for major championship coverage.
- Featured Groups Coverage: Follow select marquee players and featured pairings throughout the tournament on dedicated Featured Groups channels, so you can stay with your favorite golfers beyond the main broadcast.
- Multi-View Experience: With the U.S. Open Mix Channel, you can watch multiple live feeds on one screen, making it easy to keep up with featured groups and tournament coverage at the same time.
- 4K Coverage: Experience select Featured Groups coverage in stunning 4K, bringing every drive, approach shot and putt to life with enhanced clarity and detail.
- More Ways to Watch: Access U.S. Open coverage across satellite and streaming platforms, so you can follow the action at home or on the go.
| How to Access | Satellite | Streaming |
| Interactive App | Apps Dock, Snipe/Attract, Mix Channel | N/A |
| Mix Channel | Ch. 901, 205-1 | N/A |
| Network Simulcast (USA/NBC) | Ch. 902, 205-2 | N/A |
| Featured Groups 1 | Ch. 903, 205-3 | Ch. 903 |
| Featured Groups 2 | Ch. 904, 205-4 | Ch. 904 |
| Featured Groups 3 | Ch. 905, 205-5 | Ch. 905 |
| 4K Featured Group 1 | Ch. 105 | Ch. 105 |
| NBC (East & West) | Ch. 4, 392, 393 | |
| USA | Ch. 242 |
Whether you’re tracking the tournament leaders or following your favorite golfers throughout the week, DIRECTV offers a more immersive way to experience one of golf’s biggest championships.
How to Stream the U.S. Open Live
Golf fans can stream the U.S. Open live on Peacock, or through USOpen.com, the USGA app or BBC Sports digital platforms.
When Is the 2026 U.S. Open?
The 126th U.S. Open Championship will be held June 18–21, 2026.
Tournament week begins with practice-round coverage on Monday, June 15, before the championship officially begins on Thursday, June 18.
Where Is the U.S. Open Being Played?
The 2026 U.S. Open will be played at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.
One of America’s most historic golf courses, Shinnecock Hills has hosted the U.S. Open five previous times (1896, 1986, 1995, 2004, and 2018), making this year’s championship the sixth U.S. Open held at the famed Long Island venue.
Why Is the U.S. Open Played at Different Courses?
Unlike the Masters, which is played annually at Augusta National Golf Club, the US Open venues are rotated across many of America’s premier golf courses.
The course rotation creates a unique challenge each year while preserving the championship’s reputation as one of the toughest tests in golf.
Typical U.S. Open course characteristics include:
- 72-hole stroke play
- Long overall yardage
- Thick primary rough
- Narrow, pinched fairways
- Fast, undulating greens
- Several holes that play significantly more difficult during championship setup
2026 U.S. Open TV Schedule
The tournament week begins with three days of practice rounds before the official action tees off. All times ET
Monday, June 15 — Practice Round
- 3–5 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
- 7–9 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
Tuesday, June 16 — Practice Round
- 9 a.m.–5 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
- 7–9 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
Wednesday, June 17 — Practice Round
- 9 a.m.–5 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
- 7–9 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
Thursday, June 18 — Round 1
- 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m.: U.S. Open Round 1 (USA Network)
- 5–8 p.m.: U.S. Open Round 1 (Peacock)
- 8–10 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
Friday, June 19 — Round 2
- 6:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.: U.S. Open Round 2 (Peacock)
- 1:30–7:30 p.m.: U.S. Open Round 2 (NBC/Peacock)
- 7:30–9:30 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
Saturday, June 20 — Round 3
- 8–10 a.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
- 10 a.m.–Noon: U.S. Open Round 3 (USA Network)
- Noon–8 p.m.: U.S. Open Round 3 (NBC/Peacock)
- 8–10 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
Sunday, June 21 — Final Round
- 7–9 a.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
- 9 a.m.–Noon: U.S. Open Final Round (USA Network)
- Noon–7 p.m.: U.S. Open Final Round (NBC/Peacock)
- 7–9 p.m.: Live from the U.S. Open (Golf Channel)
U.S. Open Field: Who Has Qualified?
The 156-player field features many of the biggest names in golf, including:
- Scottie Scheffler
- Rory McIlroy
- Jon Rahm
- Bryson DeChambeau
- Xander Schauffele
- Ludvig Åberg
- Brooks Koepka
- Collin Morikawa
- Viktor Hovland
- Tommy Fleetwood
- Jordan Spieth
- Justin Thomas
- Patrick Cantlay
- Wyndham Clark
- Defending champion J.J. Spaun
Additional professionals and amateurs earned their places through exemptions and qualifying tournaments.
How Do Players Qualify for the U.S. Open?
The U.S. Open field is determined through a combination of exemptions and qualifying events.
Exempt categories include:
- U.S. Open champions from the past 10 years
- Recent Masters champions
- Recent PGA Championship winners
- Recent Open Championship winners
- Top finishers from the previous U.S. Open
- Top-ranked players in the Official World Golf Ranking
- Leading players from the FedEx Cup standings
- Select amateur champions (e.g., U.S. Amateur Championship)
- Final qualifying events conducted around the world
Players not otherwise exempt must advance through local and final qualifying events.
Can women compete in the U.S. Open?
Yes. The U.S. Open is open to both men and women who meet the tournament’s eligibility requirements (e.g., USGA handicap index) and successfully qualify. While no woman has yet competed in the championship itself, women are permitted to enter U.S. Open qualifying events. The USGA also conducts a separate U.S. Women’s Open Championship each year for the world’s top female golfers, which they are more likely to compete in.
Who Is Favored to Win the 2026 U.S. Open?
The betting favorites entering championship week include:
| Golfer | Odds | Win Probability |
| Scottie Scheffler | +567 | 15% |
| Rory McIlroy | +1090 | 8.4% |
| Jon Rahm | +1823 | 5.2% |
| Ludvig Åberg | +2173 | 4.4% |
| Cameron Young | +2226 | 4.3% |
| Xander Schauffele | +2400 | 4% |
| Bryson DeChambeau | +2757 | 3.5% |
| Tommy Fleetwood | +3025 | 3.2% |
| Russell Henley | +3348 | 2.9% |
| Brooks Koepka | +3471 | 2.8% |
What Does the U.S. Open Winner Receive?
In addition to lifting the U.S. Open Trophy, the champion is expected to earn approximately $4.3 million from one of the largest purses in professional golf.
The winner also receives a five-year exemption into the Masters, PGA Championship and The Open Championship, along with a 10-year exemption into future U.S. Opens.
Who Won the 2025 U.S. Open?
J.J. Spaun captured the 2025 U.S. Open, earning the first major championship victory of his career.
Watch the 2026 U.S. Open on DIRECTV
DIRECTV offers enhanced coverage throughout U.S. Open week.
Satellite customers can access:
- U.S. Open Mix mosaic channel
- NBC or USA Network simulcast coverage
- Three dedicated feature-group channels
- 4K UHD coverage of featured groups (with compatible equipment and package)
Streaming customers will have also have three options of feature groups they can follow.
Both satellite and streaming customers can watch with crystal clear 4K UHD coverage of the primary feature group available for customers with 4K UHD sets and service packages.
Whether you’re following the leaders, featured groups or every shot from Shinnecock Hills, DIRECTV delivers comprehensive coverage of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship.
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