Ladbrokes brings you the major schedule for golf in 2026
The Masters is the first major on April 9-12, 2026, followed by the PGA Championship on May 14-17, 2026
The US Open follows on June 18-21, with The Open rounding off the calendar on July 16-19, 2026
Ladbrokes shares the schedule, dates, venues and odds for all the golf Majors in 2026, including the Masters, PGA Championship, US Open and The Open Championship. You can also find information on the special bets Ladbrokes are offering for 2026.
Golf 2026 majors schedule, key dates, venues, odds and favourites
The Masters
April 9-12, 2026 - Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA
2026 champion: Rory McIlroy became the first golfer to defend the Masters since Tiger Woods in 2002 with a stunning win at Augusta.
May 14-17, 2026 - Aronimink Golf Club, Pennsylvania, USA
Defending champion: Scottie Scheffler – dominant five-shot win in 2025.
Favourites: Scheffler is again expected to lead the betting, with Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm close behind. Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau and Ludvig Aberg are among the main challengers.
June 18-21, 2026 - Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, New York, USA
Defending champion: J.J. Spaun – claimed his first major at Oakmont in 2025.
Favourites: Scheffler is likely to top the market again, alongside McIlroy and Rahm. DeChambeau’s power also makes him a key contender on a typically tough U.S. Open setup.
July 16-19, 2026 - Royal Birkdale Golf Club, Southport, England
Defending champion: Scottie Scheffler – won The Open at Royal Portrush in 2025.
Favourites: Scheffler is expected to be near the top of the betting, with McIlroy heavily backed on home soil. Rahm, Åberg and Fleetwood are also expected to attract strong support, particularly in links conditions.
The first golf major of the year is the Masters on April 9-12, 2026.
How can you watch the golf Majors?
Sky Sports hold the rights to the majority of golf action in the UK, starting with the Masters on April 9 to April 12, 2026.
Who are the current holders of the Majors titles?
Rory McIlroy currently holds the Masters title, with Scottie Scheffler winning both the PGA Championship and Open titles in 2025 and JJ Spaun picking up the US Open.
Can you bet on the golf Majors in 2026?
Ladbrokes is giving customers the chance to bet on who they think will come out on top in golf's major events in 2026, as well as a number of different competitions throughout the year.
