The 2025 U.S. Open begins Thursday at historic Oakmont Country Club, where the world’s top golfers will face one of the most challenging tests in championship golf. Here’s your complete guide to watching all the action from Round 1.
How to Watch Thursday’s Coverage
TV Broadcast:
- USA Network: 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET
Streaming Options:
- Peacock: Exclusive late coverage (5:00-8:00 p.m. ET)
- Featured Groups: Available on Peacock, USOpen.com, and the USGA app (beginning at 7:17 a.m. ET)
- U.S. Open All-Access: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET on Peacock
Featured Groups to Watch
Thursday’s marquee pairings include:
- 7:40 a.m. ET (Tee No. 1): Bryson DeChambeau, Xander Schauffele, and amateur Jose Luis Ballester Barrio
- 1:25 p.m. ET (Tee No. 1): Scottie Scheffler, Viktor Hovland, and Collin Morikawa
- 7:40 a.m. ET (Tee No. 10): Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, and Justin Rose
Course Preview: Oakmont’s Brutal Challenge
Oakmont’s notorious layout features:
- 168 strategically placed bunkers
- Narrow fairways and lightning-fast greens
- Thick rough that will punish errant shots
Defending champion Bryson DeChambeau called it “the toughest U.S. Open setup I’ve seen,” while World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler warned that “par will be a great score all week.”
Storylines to Follow
- Rory McIlroy’s Grand Slam Momentum: Fresh off his Masters victory (completing the career Grand Slam), McIlroy seeks his first U.S. Open win since 2011.
- Scheffler’s Dominance: The world’s top-ranked player looks to add a second U.S. Open title to his 2024 victory.
- DeChambeau’s Defense: The 2024 champion returns with his unique power game tailored for major championships.
Complete Round 1 Tee Times
(All times Eastern)
Morning Wave Highlights:
- 6:45 a.m.: Opening groups begin on both tees
- 7:18 a.m.: Harris English, Tommy Fleetwood, Keegan Bradley (No. 1)
- 7:29 a.m.: Bryson DeChambeau’s group (No. 1)
- 7:40 a.m.: Rory McIlroy’s group (No. 10)
Afternoon Wave Highlights:
- 1:03 p.m.: Brooks Koepka, Justin Thomas, Min Woo Lee (No. 1)
- 1:25 p.m.: Scottie Scheffler’s featured group (No. 1)
- 1:25 p.m.: Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth, Dustin Johnson (No. 10)
Weather Forecast
Thursday expects mostly sunny skies with highs near 80°F, but increasing winds in the afternoon may affect later tee times.
Don’t miss a moment of the action as golf’s toughest test begins at Oakmont. With multiple viewing options available, fans can follow their favorite players throughout the challenging first round.
