2025 Masters TV Coverage: How to Watch Round 1 at Augusta National

The 2025 Masters is starting off Thursday morning at Augusta National, and all the golf fans out there are gearing up to watch Rory McIlroy take his shot at finally snagging that elusive Masters title. McIlroy has been on fire this season, nabbing some big wins at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and Players Championship. Now, he’s eyeing the only major championship missing from his trophy case.

For those looking to catch all the action, ESPN will be airing coverage of the first round of the Masters starting at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday. If you prefer to stream, ESPN+, Paramount+, Masters.com, and the Masters app have got you covered with extensive streaming starting at 7:30 a.m. ET.

There’s a whole lineup of coverage for Thursday’s first round, so you won’t miss a moment. Whether you’re settling in front of the TV or streaming from your device, you’ll be able to follow along every stroke of the way. And if you’re feeling lucky, you can even bet on the Masters by signing up for Fanatics Sportsbook with the code “SUBPAR” to get a special welcome offer.

From Honorary Starters at 7:30 a.m. to the Round 1 ESPN Telecast from 3-7:30 p.m., you’ll have plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in the 2025 Masters action. So, get ready for an exciting day on the links as the best golfers in the world tee off at Augusta National!