- ESPN and CBS co-host the Masters Tournament without paying a rights fee.
- By doing this, there are limited commercials during Masters coverage.
- CBS begins coverage of the Masters on Saturday and Sunday at about 2 p.m. EST.
There will be an uptick in golf betting activity this weekend with the 2025 Masters Tournament being played at Augusta National.
With this being a multi-day tournament, when does television coverage begin? Also, what is the television contract like for the Masters?
Below, I’ll answer that and more.
You can find Masters betting odds all tournament long at the BetMGM online sportsbook.
How Much Is the TV Contract for the Masters in 2025?
Unlike other sports, Augusta National Golf Club, the organizer of the Masters Tournament, doesn’t have a typical broadcasting deal. Instead, CBS and ESPN air it without paying a rights fee.
This allows for limited commercial breaks.
What Time Does Round 2 of the Masters Start?
Round 2 of the Masters Tournament will begin on Friday, April 11, at approximately 7:40 a.m. EST.
What Time Is the Masters on TV Saturday?
Round 3 of the Masters Tournament tees off around 10 a.m. EST on Saturday, April 12. However, television coverage on CBS starts at 2 p.m. EST.
What Time Is the Masters on CBS Sunday?
On Sunday, April 13, CBS’s coverage of the final round of the Masters airs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. EST.
Round 4 tee times begin at 10 a.m. EST, with early coverage available on Paramount+, CBSSports.com, and the CBS Sports app before the national broadcast begins.
