2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson Thursday TV coverage: How to watch Round 1
The 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson begins on Thursday, May 2, and will be televised on Golf Channel and CBS.
Golf Channel will provide live coverage of the first two rounds of the tournament, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET on Thursday and Friday. CBS will then take over coverage of the weekend rounds, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET on Saturday and Sunday.
In addition to the main coverage on Golf Channel and CBS, ESPN+ will provide exclusive early coverage of the tournament, from 7:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. ET on Thursday and Friday.
Viewers can also watch the tournament online via the PGA TOUR Live website, which will offer live streaming of all four rounds of the tournament.
The CJ Cup Byron Nelson is one of the most prestigious events on the PGA TOUR, and this year’s field is expected to be one of the strongest in recent memory. Among the players who have committed to play in the tournament are Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm.
Exclusive Coverage of Round 1 on ESPN+
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ESPN+ will provide exclusive live coverage of the first round of the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson on Thursday, April 25th. Coverage will begin at 12:00 PM ET with featured groups, followed by live coverage of all other groups starting at 1:00 PM ET.
ESPN+ subscribers can watch the coverage on the ESPN app or ESPN.com. A subscription to ESPN+ costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year.
| Time | TV Channel | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM ET | ESPN+ | Featured groups |
| 1:00 PM ET | ESPN+ | Live coverage of all other groups |
Thursday TV Coverage Breakdown for CJ Cup Byron Nelson
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Golf fans, mark your calendars for an exciting Thursday of golf as the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson tees off at TPC Louisiana. ESPN+ will exclusively televise the first round of the tournament, showcasing the best golfers in the world as they vie for the coveted title.
Coverage Details:
- Channel: ESPN+
- Start Time: 12:30 PM ET
- End Time: 6:00 PM ET
Featured Pairings:
Tune in to ESPN+ to witness some of the most captivating pairings in golf, including:
- Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler
- Collin Morikawa and Justin Thomas
- Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele
- Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry
Don’t miss the thrilling action as the CJ Cup Byron Nelson gets underway on Thursday. With top contenders and intriguing matchups, the first round promises to deliver plenty of excitement and drama.
Top Contenders and Dark Horse Picks for Round 1
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As the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson tees off on Thursday, golf fans worldwide will be eagerly watching to see who emerges as the early leader. Several top contenders and dark horse picks could make a run at the title.
Top Contenders
- Jon Rahm: The world’s No. 1-ranked golfer is always a threat to win, and he will be looking to add another title to his resume this week at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas. Rahm is coming off a T-5 in the Masters Tournament and a win at the Mexico Open at Vidanta earlier this season.
- Scottie Scheffler: The world’s No. 2-ranked golfer is another top contender this week. Scheffler has won two PGA Tour events this season, including the Masters Tournament. He is one of the best ball-strikers in the world and could be tough to beat this week.
- Patrick Cantlay: The world’s No. 4-ranked golfer is a consistent performer who has been in contention in several big events this season. Cantlay is coming off a T-10 in the Masters Tournament and a win at the BMW Championship last season. He is a dark horse this week but could make a run at the title.
Dark Horse Picks
- Will Zalatoris: The 25-year-old American is one of the rising stars in golf. He has had several top-10 finishes this season and is coming off a T-6 in the Masters Tournament. Zalatoris is a long hitter and excellent putter who could be in contention this week.
- Cameron Young: The 25-year-old American is another rising star in golf. He has had several top-10 finishes this season and is coming off a T-3 in the Masters Tournament. Young is a straight hitter who makes a lot of putts who could be a threat this week.
- Tom Kim: The 20-year-old South Korean is one of the most exciting young players in golf. He has had several top-10 finishes this season and is coming off a T-20 in the Masters Tournament. Kim is a long hitter who makes a lot of birdies who could be a surprise this week.
How to Stream Round 1 on ESPN+
ESPN+ will provide exclusive coverage of the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson, starting with Round 1 on Thursday, April 25th. Coverage will begin at 1 p.m. ET with a live stream of Featured Groups, followed by a live telecast of the first round at 2 p.m. ET. ESPN+ will also provide live coverage of Rounds 2, 3, and 4, with the final round airing on Sunday, April 28th.
To stream the CJ Cup Byron Nelson on ESPN+, you will need a subscription to the service. ESPN+ costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. You can sign up for a free trial of ESPN+ by visiting the ESPN+ website.
Once you have subscribed to ESPN+, you can watch the CJ Cup Byron Nelson live on your computer, phone, tablet, or connected TV device. To watch on your computer, visit the ESPN+ website. To watch on your phone or tablet, download the ESPN app from the App Store or Google Play. To watch on your connected TV device, open the ESPN app on your device.
The CJ Cup Byron Nelson will be broadcast on Golf Channel and CBS. Thursday’s coverage will begin at 3:00 p.m. ET on Golf Channel, with coverage continuing on CBS from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.
