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How to watch the US Open golf tournament: Tee times, live streaming, odds

J.J. Spaun of the United States plays a shot from a bunker during a practice round prior to the 126th US Open.
J.J. Spaun is the defending US Open champion. Andrew Redington/Getty Images
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The third major golf tournament of the year has arrived in New York. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch the US Open golf tournament, including live streaming options for those without cable.

If you don't want to scroll any further, some of the easiest ways to watch the tournament are through Peacock in the US and Sky Sports in the UK. Keep reading to learn additional info about the US Open, including notable tee times, venue details, and a look at the odds.

*Denotes 10th tee start

How to watch the US Open in the US

US Open coverage will be available across NBC, USA, NBC Sports Network, and Peacock in the US. The cheapest way to live stream the US Open without a free trial is via Peacock. Peacock will carry lots of coverage across all four days, including featured groups. Sports-friendly Peacock subscriptions start at $11 a month for Peacock Premium. If you upgrade to Peacock Premium Plus, you get ad-free on-demand content and an NBC live stream.

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Peacock is a convenient streaming source for hit NBC TV shows, Universal movies, and select sports like Sunday Night Football. The service also carries its own slate of original programming.

How to watch the US Open in the UK

In the UK, US Open coverage will be available through Sky Sports. You can get Sky Sports (and Sky Golf) in a variety of Sky TV plans, which vary in price by contract and plan specifics. If you're seeking something with a little less commitment, you can also stream Sky Sports coverage through Now, which has monthly plans and single-day passes.

How to watch the US Open from anywhere

Golf fans traveling away from home can keep up with their usual viewing methods with the aid of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are handy apps that allow people to temporarily alter their virtual location so their usual websites and apps work just like they would back home. They're also instant ways to improve cybersecurity and privacy. Since the services we've highlighted require US methods of payment, this option will work best for those who are simply traveling abroad right now.

NordVPN is our top recommendation when it comes to the best VPNs. It's fast, easy to use, and has a 30-day money-back guarantee.

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NordVPN is top of the pile of the best VPN services. It offers excellent value, with a strong feature set and a low monthly price. A wide selection of international servers, high-end security, fast connections, and audited privacy protection have made the brand a household name in the world of VPNs for a reason.

Who is favored to win the US Open?

Scottie Sheffler is the favorite to win the 2026 US Open, according to DraftKings at the time of writing. Sheffler is the favorite at +450, followed by Rory McIlroy at +930, Jon Rahm at +1175, Cameron Young at +1900, and Xander Schauffele at +1900.

Where does the US Open take place?

The 126th US Open Championship will be held at the Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.

Which players have won the US Open recently?

J.J. Spaun is the reigning US Open champion, having nabbed his first major title in 2025. Bryson DeChambeau won in 2024 (his second win after 2020), and Wyndham Clark won in 2023. Scottie Scheffler has yet to win at the US Open, and doing so would allow him to complete his Career Grand Slam.


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