2025 British Open Championship: Australian TV broadcast times, field
The Open Championship 2025: How Aussie Fans Can Watch the British Open Action from Royal Portrush.
The 153rd Open Championship tees off this week at the historic Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland, and Aussie golf fans have plenty to cheer for.
Nine Australians are competing for the Claret Jug, including Cameron Smith, Min Woo Lee, Adam Scott, and now Lucas Herbert, who secured his spot in the field through qualifying last week. Scott marks a milestone with his 26th Open appearance, continuing a remarkable career at golf’s oldest major.
How to Watch in Australia
Fox Sports and Kayo Sports will broadcast the Open Championship live and exclusively for Australian viewers. Coverage begins Thursday, July 17, and continues through Monday morning, July 21 (AEST).
Broadcast Schedule (AEST):
- Thursday: 3:30pm – 5:00am
- Friday: 3:30pm – 5:00am
- Saturday: 7:00pm – 5:00am
- Sunday: 6:00pm – 4:00am
If you don’t have access to Fox or Kayo, The Open’s official website offers free live content including:
- Featured Groups
- Live at the Range
- Open Radio
- Live Blog and Leaderboards
️♂️ Australians in the 2025 Open golf field
- Adam Scott
- Lucas Herbert
- Cameron Smith
- Ryan Peake
- Marc Leishman
- Jason Day
- Min Woo Lee
- Curtis Luck
- Elvis Smylie
️♂️ About Royal Portrush
Nestled on Northern Ireland’s rugged coastline, Royal Portrush last hosted The Open in 2019, when Shane Lowry captured a memorable victory in front of a home crowd. The Dunluce Links is known for its dramatic dunes, unpredictable weather, and breathtaking views—making it a perfect stage for golf’s oldest major.