The 2026 Masters runs Thursday, April 9 through Sunday, April 12, with primary U.S. windows split across Prime Video, ESPN, and CBS. Prime Video carries new early-round coverage on Thursday and Friday before ESPN takes over, while CBS leads weekend network windows.
The schedule change is significant because it adds live national coverage earlier in the day and expands total broadcast hours compared with prior years.
Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley said the Amazon addition is “an exciting opportunity” for fans, according to ESPN. Prime Video executive Jay Marine called the partnership “an honor,” also via ESPN’s report.
2026 Masters Main TV + Streaming Windows (ET)
Comparison Table
| Day | Date | Primary Window | Channel / Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Apr 8 | 2-4 p.m. (Par 3 Contest) | ESPN |
| Thursday | Apr 9 | 1-3 p.m. (early), 3-7:30 p.m. (main) | Prime Video, then ESPN |
| Friday | Apr 10 | 1-3 p.m. (early), 3-7:30 p.m. (main) | Prime Video, then ESPN |
| Saturday | Apr 11 | 2-7 p.m. (network window) | CBS |
| Sunday | Apr 12 | 2-7 p.m. (final round) | CBS |
Where the “Extra Hours” Sit
Prime Video’s new role is straightforward: two hours on Thursday and two hours on Friday, both from 1-3 p.m. ET, before ESPN’s first- and second-round telecasts.
That bridge helps fans avoid dead airtime between featured-hole streams and main linear coverage.
Weekend Coverage Notes
CBS remains the primary weekend network home with 2-7 p.m. ET windows on Saturday and Sunday. Early weekend coverage (12-2 p.m.) remains available on Paramount+ before CBS begins, per published schedule guides.
For full-day fans, Masters.com and the Masters app continue to carry featured groups, Amen Corner, and featured-hole streams.
Fast Viewing Plan for Fans
- Thursday-Friday: Start on Prime Video at 1 p.m. ET, switch to ESPN at 3 p.m. ET.
- Saturday-Sunday: Start early stream coverage, then move to CBS at 2 p.m. ET.
- Par 3 Contest: Wednesday afternoon on ESPN.
- Backup stream path: Masters.com or Masters app for featured feeds if you miss a live TV window.
Why It Matters
This is a logistics upgrade for viewers, not just a media shuffle. The added early-round windows reduce coverage gaps and make full-day viewing easier to plan from first tee shot to evening recap.
For 2026, the biggest practical change is simple: Thursday and Friday now begin with Prime Video before the ESPN handoff, then CBS anchors the weekend finish.
Sources
- ESPN: Prime Video joins Masters coverage for first and second rounds
- GOLF.com: 2026 Masters TV and streaming schedule
- CBS Sports: 2026 Masters viewing guide
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