Viewing options for the 2026 PGA Players Championship on the ESPN App
Rory McIlroy or the competition? This is the inquiry as the PGA Tour progresses through Florida this week for the Players Championship.
McIlroy, currently ranked No. 2 in the world behind Scottie Scheffler, aims to defend his title at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach after defeating J.J. Spaun in a playoff last year. The five-time major champion has become the eighth player to win the Players Championship multiple times, having also claimed victory in 2019.
McIlroy will head a field of 123 competitors vying for a portion of the $25 million purse, which includes a $4.5 million reward for the champion.
Here are essential details about the 2026 tournament:
When is the Players Championship?
The event 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.
What is the schedule?
*All times are in Eastern and may change
Thursday
7:30 a.m.: Coverage of the first round begins.
Friday
7:30 a.m.: Coverage of the second round begins.
Saturday
8 a.m.: Coverage of the third round begins.
Sunday
7:30 a.m.: Coverage of the final round begins.
Coverage features the main feed, highlighted holes, and featured groups.
Which top players will be participating in the event?
▪︎ Scottie Scheffler
▪︎ Rory McIlroy
▪︎ Tommy Fleetwood
▪︎ Collin Morikawa
▪︎ Justin Rose
How can fans access more golf content from ESPN?
Visit the ESPN golf hub page for the latest updates, scores, and additional information.
