The pinnacle of women’s golf returns today, Thursday, April 23, 2026, as the Chevron Championship tees off at its new home, the Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas. As the first of five majors in the 2026 LPGA Tour season, the stakes have never been higher, with a record breaking $9 million purse and a $1.35 million winner’s share on the line. World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul and the red-hot Nelly Korda lead an elite field, while defending champion Mao Saigo aims to become the first back-to-back winner since 2002.Â
Chevron Championship 2026: All You Need to Know
| Dates | Thursday, April 23 – Sunday, April 26, 2026 |
| Venue | Memorial Park Golf Course, Houston, Texas |
| Defending Champion | Mao Saigo (Japan) |
| Total Purse | $9,000,000 |
| Field Size | 132 Players |
What Is The Chevron Championship 2026 TV Schedule?
In the United States, coverage is split between NBC and the Golf Channel, ensuring comprehensive morning and afternoon broadcasts throughout the four-day event.
- Thursday, April 23: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET; 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET (Golf Channel).
- Friday, April 24: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET; 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET (Golf Channel)
- Saturday, April 25: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET (NBC); 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET (Golf Channel)
- Sunday, April 26: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM ET (NBC).Â
For fans tracking the action in India and the US, please note that Houston is 10.5 hours behind Indian Standard Time (IST).
Where To Watch The Chevron Championship 2026 Live?
For those preferring digital platforms, multiple streaming options are available depending on your region.
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United States: Every hour of the TV broadcast will be simulcast on Peacock. Additionally, early morning coverage on Saturday and Sunday will begin exclusively on Peacock at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM ET, respectively.
- United Kingdom: Fans can watch the action live on Sky Sports Golf and stream via the Sky Go app.
- Australia: Coverage is available on Fox Sports and the Kayo Sports streaming service.
- India and International (Free Option): In countries without an official TV broadcast partner, the LPGA provides a free live stream via the official LPGA website. Â
Who Are The Top Players To Watch In The Chevron Championship 2026?
The 2026 field is one of the strongest in recent memory, featuring nearly every top 50 player in the world rankings.
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Nelly Korda: The 2024 champion enters the week in scintillating form with one win and three runner-up finishes in her last four starts.
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Jeeno Thitikul: The Thai sensation has held the World No. 1 spot for 37 consecutive weeks and is hunting for her maiden major title.
- Hannah Green: The Australian is the “form player” of April, having won last week’s event, her fourth victory since the start of March.
- Aditi Ashok: Representing India, Aditi looks to build on her consistent top 10 finishes this season and challenge for a historic major win.
- Lydia Ko: Fresh off her Hall of Fame qualification, the Olympic champion remains a perennial threat on big stages.
