The Masters 2026: Complete UK Viewing Guide and Tournament Preview
The golfing world turns its attention to Augusta National this week as The Masters returns for its 2026 edition, with Rory McIlroy aiming to defend the Green Jacket he captured in dramatic fashion last April. McIlroy's victory twelve months ago ended his decade-long major drought and completed the career Grand Slam, achieved through a thrilling play-off triumph over Justin Rose.
Now the Northern Irish superstar returns to Georgia seeking to join an exclusive club of just three players who have successfully defended their Masters title: golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods. This historic pursuit adds significant drama to an already compelling tournament narrative.
Challengers to McIlroy's Throne
World Number One Scottie Scheffler leads the charge to deny McIlroy a sixth major championship victory. Despite what many consider an understated start to the 2026 season by his own exceptional standards, Scheffler remains the bookmakers' favorite heading into Thursday's opening round.
Former champion Jon Rahm appears poised for another strong Masters showing following his impressive early-season form, while fellow LIV Golf star Bryson DeChambeau brings momentum from consecutive top-six finishes in his last two Augusta appearances.
British hopes extend beyond McIlroy, with Matt Fitzpatrick and Bob MacIntyre displaying excellent recent form on the PGA Tour, fueling optimism for another potential British champion at Augusta National.
UK Tee Times for Rounds One and Two
Round One - Thursday, April 9 (All times BST)
- 14:43: Dustin Johnson, Shane Lowry, Jason Day
- 14:55: Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Akshay Bhatia
- 15:07: Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, Xander Schauffele
- 15:19: Hideki Matsuyama, Collin Morikawa, Russell Henley
- 15:31: Rory McIlroy, Cameron Young, Mason Howell
- 18:08: Jon Rahm, Chris Gotterup, Ludvig Aberg
- 18:20: Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, Brooks Koepka
- 18:44: Scottie Scheffler, Robert MacIntyre, Gary Woodland
Round Two - Friday, April 10 (All times BST)
- 14:43: Jon Rahm, Chris Gotterup, Ludvig Aberg
- 14:55: Jordan Spieth, Justin Rose, Brooks Koepka
- 16:19: Scottie Scheffler, Robert MacIntyre, Gary Woodland
- 17:56: Dustin Johnson, Shane Lowry, Jason Day
- 18:08: Patrick Reed, Tommy Fleetwood, Akshay Bhatia
- 18:20: Bryson DeChambeau, Matt Fitzpatrick, Xander Schauffele
- 18:32: Hideki Matsuyama, Collin Morikawa, Russell Henley
- 18:44: Rory McIlroy, Cameron Young, Mason Howell
How to Watch The Masters in the UK
Sky Sports provides comprehensive coverage of all four tournament rounds for UK viewers. The action will be broadcast on either Sky Sports Golf or Sky Sports Main Event channels, with additional streaming available through the Sky Go platform for subscribers.
Masters 2026 TV Schedule (All times BST)
- Wednesday, April 8: 14:00-17:00 – Live from The Masters
- Wednesday, April 8: 17:00-21:00 – The Masters Par 3 Contest
- Thursday, April 9: 14:00-00:30 – First Round Coverage
- Friday, April 10: 14:00-00:30 – Second Round Coverage
- Saturday, April 11: 16:30-00:30 – Third Round Coverage
- Sunday, April 12: 16:30-00:30 – Final Round Coverage
Betting Odds for Masters 2026
Bookmakers have installed Scottie Scheffler as the clear favorite despite his relatively quiet start to the season. The latest odds from leading sportsbooks show a competitive field behind the World Number One.
Selected Masters 2026 Odds
- Scottie Scheffler – 5/1
- Bryson DeChambeau – 9/1
- Jon Rahm – 9/1
- Rory McIlroy – 10/1
- Xander Schauffele – 11/1
- Ludvig Aberg – 12/1
- Matt Fitzpatrick – 16/1
- Tommy Fleetwood – 16/1
- Cameron Young – 16/1
- Robert MacIntyre – 20/1
- Justin Rose – 22/1
- Hideki Matsuyama – 25/1
- Collin Morikawa – 28/1
- Patrick Reed – 28/1
- Brooks Koepka – 30/1
All odds are subject to change and provided by leading sportsbooks including BOYLE Sports.
The Masters 2026 promises compelling storylines from the opening tee shot on Thursday through to Sunday's dramatic conclusion. With McIlroy defending his historic victory against a world-class field featuring Scheffler, Rahm, DeChambeau, and numerous other contenders, Augusta National is set to deliver another unforgettable chapter in golf history.
