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How to Watch The Open Championship 2025: Thursday's Round 1

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How to Watch The Open Championship 2025: Thursday's Round 1

For viewers in the United States, coverage of The Open Championship is primarily split between Peacock for early and exclusive streaming, and USA Network for broader TV coverage.

Thursday, July 17 (Round 1) - All Times Eastern (ET)

  • Early Live Stream Coverage (Peacock):

    • 1:30 a.m. - 4:00 a.m. ET: Exclusive early coverage on Peacock. This is ideal for those who want to catch the very first tee times.

    • Featured Groups (Peacock): From 4:00 a.m. ET - 3:00 p.m. ET, Peacock will offer dedicated feeds following key groupings.

    • Par-3 Channel (Peacock): From 3:00 a.m. ET - 3:00 p.m. ET, a dedicated feed for two of the most iconic par-3 holes (6th and 16th).

    • Open 'All Access' (Peacock): 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET for an overall look at the course action.

  • Television Coverage (USA Network):

    • 4:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET: Main TV coverage on USA Network. This covers the majority of the day's play.

Streaming Options:

Beyond the traditional TV channels, several platforms offer live streaming of The Open Championship 2025:

  • Peacock Premium: Offers comprehensive coverage of all four days, including early exclusive windows, featured groups, and the Par-3 channel. A subscription is required.

  • NBC Sports App: If you have a cable TV subscription that includes USA Network and NBC, you can stream the coverage live through the NBC Sports App by logging in with your cable provider credentials.

  • Live TV Streaming Services: Cord-cutters can access USA Network and NBC through services like:

    • FuboTV (often offers a free trial)

    • Hulu + Live TV

    • YouTube TV

    • Sling TV (check package for specific channel inclusion)

    • DirecTV Stream

Key Storylines to Follow in Round 1

As you tune in to the Round 1 broadcast, keep an eye on these compelling storylines:

  • Rory McIlroy's Home Open: The Northern Irish star, a reigning Masters champion, returns to Royal Portrush looking to "exorcise the demons" of his missed cut in 2019. His early tee time and performance will be a major focus for local fans and global viewers alike.

  • Scottie Scheffler's Quest: The World No. 1 and betting favorite aims to add another major to his impressive season.

  • Defending Champion Xander Schauffele: Will he start strong in his title defense?

  • The Royal Portrush Challenge: The iconic links course itself is a formidable opponent, with its undulating terrain and the ever-present threat of changing weather conditions. Expect the course to test every aspect of the players' games.

Beyond Thursday: Full Tournament Schedule

While Thursday marks the beginning, The Open Championship is a four-day battle for the Claret Jug. Here's a brief look at the remainder of the schedule (all times ET, subject to change):

  • Friday, July 18 (Round 2):

    • 1:30 a.m. - 4:00 a.m. (Peacock)

    • 4:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (USA Network)

  • Saturday, July 19 (Round 3):

    • 5:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. (USA Network)

    • 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (NBC & Peacock)

  • Sunday, July 20 (Final Round):

    • 4:00 a.0m. - 7:00 a.m. (USA Network)

    • 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (NBC & Peacock)

Don't miss a moment of the action from Royal Portrush. Tune in to The Open Championship 2025 on TV or stream live to witness golf history unfold!