ORLANDO, Fla. – The third round of the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational is set to tee off Saturday at the challenging Bay Hill Club & Lodge. Daniel Berger will carry a significant lead as he aims for his first PGA Tour victory in five years, but a host of stars remain within striking distance. Golf fans have several options to follow the action, with comprehensive television and streaming coverage available throughout the day. The tournament, known for its demanding conditions and resemblance to a U.S. Open setup, promises a thrilling Saturday as players battle for position heading into the final round.
Berger built a commanding five-shot advantage after a stellar second round, carding a 4-under 68 to reach 13 under par. Akshay Bhatia trails closely behind, while players like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, and Rickie Fowler are all within reach, positioned within the top 15. The competition is fierce, and with Bay Hill’s notoriously difficult greens continuing to firm up, Saturday’s round is expected to be a test of patience and precision.
Those hoping to catch the action on television can tune into Golf Channel and NBC. Golf Channel’s coverage begins at 12:30 p.m. ET, continuing until 2:30 p.m. ET, before handing over to NBC for coverage from 2:30 p.m. To 6:00 p.m. ET. For viewers preferring to stream, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ offers exclusive coverage starting at 9:00 a.m. ET, including featured groups and featured holes. Peacock will also stream a simulcast of NBC’s third-round coverage, providing another convenient viewing option.
Saturday’s TV and Streaming Schedule
Here’s a breakdown of how to watch the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational’s third round:
- Golf Channel: 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET
- NBC: 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET
- PGA Tour Live on ESPN+: 9:00 a.m. ET – onwards (exclusive coverage, featured groups &. holes)
- Peacock: Simulcast of NBC coverage
Round 3 Tee Times (ET)
The third round will get underway early Saturday morning. Here’s a look at the scheduled tee times, as released by tournament officials:
| Tee No. 1 | Time | Players |
| 9:20 a.m. | Andrew Novak, Brian Harman | |
| 9:30 a.m. | Taylor Pendrith, Nico Echavarria | |
| 9:40 a.m. | Keith Mitchell, Lucas Glover | |
| 9:50 a.m. | Matt McCarty, Taylor Moore | |
| 10:00 a.m. | Chris Kirk, Patrick Rodgers | |
| 10:10 a.m. | Austin Smotherman, Tommy Fleetwood | |
| 10:25 a.m. | Robert MacIntyre, Nicolai Højgaard | |
| 10:35 a.m. | Andrew Putnam, Alex Noren | |
| 10:45 a.m. | Michael Kim, Max Greyserman | |
| 10:55 a.m. | Hideki Matsuyama, Viktor Hovland | |
| 11:05 a.m. | Maverick McNealy, Jacob Bridgeman | |
| 11:20 a.m. | Matt Fitzpatrick, Nick Taylor | |
| 11:30 a.m. | Billy Horschel, Corey Conners | |
| 11:40 a.m. | Jordan Spieth, Jhonattan Vegas | |
| 11:50 a.m. | Harry Hall, Kurt Kitayama | |
| 12:00 p.m. | Ryo Hisatsune, Daniel Bennett | |
| 12:15 p.m. | Adam Scott, Si Woo Kim | |
| 12:25 p.m. | Harris English, Scottie Scheffler | |
| 12:35 p.m. | Michael Thorbjornsen, Sepp Straka | |
| 12:45 p.m. | Min Woo Lee, Cameron Young | |
| 12:55 p.m. | Rory McIlroy, Ryan Fox | |
| 1:10 p.m. | Bud Cauley, Chris Gotterup | |
| 1:20 p.m. | Xander Schauffele, Russell Henley | |
| 1:30 p.m. | Collin Morikawa, Rickie Fowler | |
| 1:40 p.m. | Ludvig Åberg, Sahith Theegala | |
| 1:50 p.m. | Daniel Berger, Akshay Bhatia |
As the tournament progresses, the challenging conditions at Bay Hill are expected to continue. Players have likened the greens to those of a U.S. Open, with the surfaces becoming increasingly brown and firm. Staying patient and capitalizing on limited scoring opportunities will be crucial for anyone hoping to contend for the title.
Sunday’s final round promises to be a dramatic conclusion to the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational. With a tightly packed leaderboard and a demanding course, the tournament is poised to deliver a memorable finish. Fans can expect a thrilling battle as the world’s top golfers vie for the coveted title at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge.
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