Cognizant Classic 2026: Viewing options and PGA timetable on ESPN
This week, the PGA Tour travels to Florida for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches, hosted at PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens. Defending champion Joe Highsmith aims to be the first golfer to secure consecutive titles at this event since Jack Nicklaus achieved the feat in 1977-78. Highsmith concluded last year’s tournament at 19 under par, winning by two strokes over J.J. Spaun and Jacob Bridgeman.
Brooks Koepka is set to make his third appearance on the PGA Tour this season following his return from LIV Golf. The five-time major champion’s highest finish at PGA National was as a runner-up to Keith Mitchell in 2019.
A total purse of $9.6 million will be available at PGA National, with approximately $1.7 million designated for the champion.
Here are essential details regarding the 2026 event:
When is the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches?
The tournament takes place from Thursday to Sunday.
How can fans watch?
Fans can follow all the action via the ESPN App and the ESPN streaming hub. First-round coverage will also be accessible on Disney+.
What is the schedule?
*All times are in Eastern
Thursday, Feb. 26
6:45 a.m.: Coverage of the first round begins.
Friday, Feb. 27
6:45 a.m.: Coverage of the second round begins.
Saturday, Feb. 28
7:45 a.m.: Coverage of the third round begins.
Sunday, March 1
7:45 a.m.: Coverage of the final round begins.
Coverage will feature the main feed, highlighted holes, and featured groups.
Which top players will be participating in the event?
▪︎ Ryan Gerard
▪︎ Shane Lowry
▪︎ Aaron Rai
▪︎ Michael Brennan
▪︎ Kristoffer Reitan
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