2026 Chevron Championship Viewing Guide and Round 1 Preview
The 2026 Chevron Championship launches the women's major season Thursday at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, featuring a compelling storyline between the world's top-ranked players.
Star Power Pairing
The tournament's biggest draw features current world No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul paired with former top-ranked Nelly Korda for the opening round. While Korda boasts two major championships including the 2024 Chevron Championship, Thitikul seeks her first major breakthrough despite multiple high finishes in golf's biggest events.
The duo joins defending champion Mao Saigo in a marquee group teeing off at 2:39 p.m. local time from the 10th tee.
Coverage Details
Television: Golf Channel provides comprehensive coverage from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. ET Streaming: Peacock offers live simulcast of Golf Channel's broadcast
Tournament Context
Following Rory McIlroy's consecutive Masters victory in the men's major season opener, the women's major championship season begins with high expectations. The LPGA's elite field aims to claim the first major title of 2026 in what promises to be a competitive week in Houston.
The world No. 1 showdown presents an intriguing contrast between Korda's proven major championship pedigree and Thitikul's quest for her first major breakthrough.