BMW PGA Championship kicks off with star-studded field in Surrey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The BMW PGA Championship is underway at Wentworth Club in Surrey, England, featuring a field of 144 players competing for a $9 million purse on the DP World Tour. Notable participants include Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Brooks Koepka, and defending champion Alex Noren. The championship runs from September 17-20, with live coverage available on Golf Channel. Each round is set to start at 7 AM ET. The tournament attracts significant attention due to the caliber of players and the prestigious nature of the event.
- •144 players are competing at Wentworth Club.
- •The total purse for the championship is $9 million.
- •Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are among the star participants.
- •Live coverage begins September 17 on Golf Channel.
- •Defending champion Alex Noren aims to retain his title.
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — BMW PGA Championship 2026: Field, format and how to watch
"Check out the field and format of the BMW PGA Championship and how you can watch all of the action live on Golf Channel.
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