PGA Tour live stream: how to watch every 2021 golf event online from anywhere

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PGA Tour golf coverage is spread across multiple channels and streaming services the US, but NBC and CBS generally share the rights to coverage and are your best starting points.

NBC's Golf Channel (opens in new tab) offshoot (or NBC Golf, if you prefer) is where you'll find the bulk of its coverage outside of major tournaments, while CBS (opens in new tab) shows its share of the golf on its linear TV channel. 

Both networks also offer dedicated online coverage for those without cable. 

How to watch a PGA live stream online without cable

CBS All Access replacement Paramount Plus offers a great FREE trial deal (opens in new tab), but for more comprehensive coverage without cable, you'll want to consider getting an over-the-top streaming service.

Of the many, varied options, we think fuboTV is the best choice (opens in new tab) for most people right now. It offers a FREE 7-day trial (opens in new tab) and therefore means you can watch the the next tournament for nothing if you play your cards right. Crucially, it offers access to both NBC's Golf Channel and CBS under the same roof for an all-in-one PGA live stream solution.

Sign up in a breeze, too, and while you do have to input your credit card details to verify your identity, a wide variety of providers are accepted - including some internationally recognized options for the globetrotters among you.

For a cheaper alternative, Sling TV doesn't have CBS but does have NBC in most major markets, NBCSN, and the Golf Channel available - as well as offering some deals of its own. (opens in new tab)

Watch PGA golf online from abroad

You needn't find yourself in a pickle when you're abroad, either, as using a good VPN (opens in new tab) as described above will let you watch the streaming services and content you pay for at home, from anywhere in the world. This means you can watch PGA Tour golf just like you would after a round at your local country club or public course.

If you're a UK-based golf fan, you'll likely know that Sky Sports (opens in new tab) has the rights to PGA Tour coverage on your side of the Atlantic. Head straight to the Sky Sports Golf channel where live coverage is as comprehensive as it gets, while bigger events and final rounds are also often shown on Sky Sports Main Event.

When you're not comfortably plonked out on the sofa, you can download the Sky Go app (opens in new tab) for your smartphone, tablet, computer, or even console. 

For those not wanting to commit to the full Sky works, it also offers a streaming-only option called Now TV, which means you can you buy access to Sky Sports for a set amount of time at a fixed price - no contract required.

More UK PGA Tour live stream options

It's also worth knowing about GOLFTV (opens in new tab), a new international streaming service dedicated to...you guessed it, golf! It's priced from just £5.99 a month, so if golf is the only sport you ever watch, it's well worth considering. However, note that it doesn't offer coverage of select events including some majors, so it's not an all-in-one solution for golf fans.

Those who might find themselves outside of the country during a PGA Tour golf event they want to watch can follow our instructions above. Just get a great golf VPN (opens in new tab) and watch the golf via your usual UK-based live stream, just like you would at home.

Canadian golf fans will find that NBC's Golf Channel (opens in new tab) has a Canadian twin that airs featured coverage of most major tournaments and can be watched online with a cable TV subscription.

Two other channels in Canada that often show PGA Tour golf on TV are CTV (opens in new tab) and TSN (opens in new tab) - the latter being a particular useful option for cord cutters as you can subscribe to TSN (opens in new tab) on a streaming-only basis from just CA$4.99 a month. 

Otherwise, a GOLFTV pass (opens in new tab) can be bought in Canada from $9.99 a month and offers selective live tournament coverage. Check if it's showing the event you want to watch if signing up for the first time.

Just remember that if you're abroad and can normally access golf coverage in your home country, you can use one of our best VPN recommendations to tap into your usual service - though 5ft putts sadly aren't as easy to convert.

Down Under, the most comprehensive golf coverage is offered by Kayo Sports (opens in new tab). This great over-the-top streaming service offers access to over 50 sports live and on-demand, with some its big name channels including Fox Sports, ESPN, and beIN Sports.

Better still, it's fantastic value at either $25 for Kayo Basic or $35 for Kayo Premium. Basic lets you stream sport on two devices at once, while Premium ups the ante and allows you watch on up to three screens simultaneously, so it represents the best value if your household has different sporting tastes or you're splitting the cost of the subscription with mates.There's even a free 14-day trial (opens in new tab) for good measure.

Elsewhere, linear TV coverage is usually via Australian pay TV provider Foxtel and, more specifically, Fox Sports. 

As ever, Aussies out of the country can access their favourite streaming service just like they would at home can use a VPN (opens in new tab) to watch their PGA Tour live stream of choice. Finding a nice cold VB abroad? That might prove more problematic.