How to watch THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass

UPDATED: March, 2026.

The debate about whether The Players Championship is golf's fifth major kicked up again recently.

Whether you agree or not, we can all agree that watching one of the most exciting golf tournaments of the season is well worth your time.

If you’re searching for how to watch The Players Championship in 2026, coverage will air on NBC and Golf Channel, with live streaming available on ESPN+, Peacock, the NBC Sports App, and PGA Tour Live.

Early-round action typically streams on ESPN+ and airs on Golf Channel, while weekend coverage shifts primarily to NBC. Viewers can watch on cable, via live TV streaming services, or through official PGA Tour platforms.

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This guide covers TV channels, live stream options, international coverage, tee times, prize money, and everything you need to watch The Players Championship 2026 at TPC Sawgrass.

• TV Channels: NBC (weekend), Golf Channel (early rounds)
• Streaming: ESPN+, Peacock, NBC Sports App, PGA Tour Live
• Location: TPC Sawgrass (Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida)
• Dates: March 2026 (Thursday–Sunday)
• Featured Groups: Available via ESPN+ and PGA Tour Live
• Watch Without Cable: YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Sling

Short answer: The Players Championship airs on Golf Channel during early rounds and on NBC for weekend coverage, with select simulcasts and streaming via NBC Sports platforms.

The PGA Tour’s flagship event receives full network coverage in the United States. NBC Sports holds primary broadcast rights, with Golf Channel handling extended weekday coverage.

• Thursday (Round 1): Golf Channel
• Friday (Round 2): Golf Channel
• Saturday (Round 3): Golf Channel (early) to NBC (afternoon)
• Sunday (Final Round): NBC (primary coverage)

CBS and ESPN do not hold primary broadcast rights for The Players Championship, though ESPN+ provides streaming access.

Short answer: You can livestream The Players Championship on ESPN+, Peacock, PGA Tour Live, and the NBC Sports App with a valid subscription or TV login. Streaming coverage includes featured groups, marquee holes (including the iconic 17th), and full-round simulcasts.

ESPN+ is the most comprehensive digital option.

What you get:

• Featured groups coverage
• Featured holes (including 16, 17, 18)
• Early round streaming before TV windows
• Morning wave tee times

How to watch:

1. Subscribe to ESPN+
2. Log in via ESPN app or ESPN.com
3. Navigate to PGA Tour Live
4. Select The Players Championship 2026

Available on mobile, Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, and smart TVs.

Peacock streams NBC’s weekend broadcast and select simulcasts.
Best for: Viewers who want NBC coverage without cable.
Steps:

1. Subscribe to Peacock Premium
2. Open the Peacock app
3. Search “THEPlayers Championship”
4. Stream live during NBC broadcast windows

If you have cable (or a live TV streaming subscription), you can stream NBC and Golf Channel through the NBC Sports App.
Requirements:

• TV provider login
• Compatible device (mobile, tablet, smart TV

Cord-cutters can stream The Players Championship using live TV services that carry NBC and Golf Channel. Supported devices include:

• iPhone/Android
• Roku
• Apple TV
• Fire TV
• Samsung Smart TVs
• LG Smart TVs

Short answer: You cannot legally stream The Players Championship entirely free, but you may access coverage through free trials from live TV streaming services. Options may include:

• YouTube TV free trial
• Fubofree trial
• Hulu + Live TV promotional periods

Availability varies by region and timing. Always use official PGA Tour or network platforms.

Short answer: The Players Championship 2026 will take place in March, running Thursday through Sunday at TPC Sawgrass in Eastern Time (ET).

• Practice Rounds: Tuesday–Wednesday
• Thursday, March 12^th- Round 1: Thursday
• Friday, March 13^th- Round 2: Friday
• Saturday, March 14^th- Round 3: Saturday
• Sunday, March 15^th- Final Round: Sunday

• Morning wave: Approximately 7:30 AM ET
• Afternoon wave: Approximately 12:30 PM ET

The Players Championship traditionally features one of the largest purses on the PGA Tour, often exceeding $25 million, with the winner receiving a multi-million dollar payout.

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• Par: 72
• Designer: Pete Dye
• Length: Approximately 7,200+ yards

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Often called the “fifth major,” The Players Championship features:

• One of the strongest fields in golf
• A flagship PGA Tour event
• Significant FedExCup points
• A record-setting prize money purse

If you want to watch without cable, these services provide NBC and Golf Channel access:

Pricing subject to change.

The Players Championship airs on Golf Channel for early-round coverage (Thursday and Friday) and transitions to NBC for weekend coverage. NBC Sports holds primary broadcast rights in the United States, with streaming simulcasts available via Peacock and the NBC Sports App.

Yes. ESPN+ streams featured groups, marquee holes, and early-round PGA Tour live stream coverage. While ESPN+ does not broadcast the main NBC telecast, it offers extensive digital access throughout all four rounds.

Yes. Peacock streams NBC’s live weekend coverage and select simulcasts. A Peacock Premium subscription is required. It is one of the easiest ways to watch without traditional cable.

Coverage typically begins in the morning via ESPN+ for featured groups (around 7:30 AM ET). Golf Channel TV coverage usually starts early afternoon, with NBC taking over during weekend afternoons.

The Players Championship features one of the largest prize money purses in professional golf, historically exceeding $25 million. The winner typically earns more than $4.5 million, along with 750 FedExCup points.

Featured groups coverage is available through ESPN+ and PGA Tour Live. These streams follow marquee players throughout their round and often include dedicated coverage of holes 16, 17, and 18.

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