Tour Championship begins Thursday at East Lake with $40 million purse
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The 2026 Tour Championship kicks off Thursday at East Lake in Atlanta. Tommy Fleetwood, the defending champion, returns to compete alongside notable players like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy. The tournament features a $40 million purse and the FedEx Cup trophy for the winner. Tee times for the first round are set throughout the day, starting at 11:00 AM ET with various pairings scheduled. Coverage will be available across multiple platforms including ESPN, Golf Channel, and ESPN+.
- •Tournament runs August 27-30 at East Lake, Atlanta.
- •Tommy Fleetwood is back to defend his title.
- •First round tee times begin at 11:00 AM ET.
- •Coverage includes ESPN, Golf Channel, and ESPN+.
- •Total purse for the event is $40 million.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Tour Championship tee times, how to watch first round Thursday at East Lake
"See tee times and pairings, as well as TV and streaming information for Thursday's first round of the 2026 Tour Championship at East Lake.
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