Sam Burns Leads 154th Open Championship Final Round at Royal Birkdale

The final major championship of 2026 concludes on Sunday at Royal Birkdale, where Sam Burns holds a two-stroke advantage entering the final round. Burns is poised to claim the Claret Jug and the winner’s share of a record $3.2 million purse, though he faces a crowded leaderboard of contenders including Si Woo Kim, Ludvig Aberg, and Bryson DeChambeau.

DeChambeau remains in contention despite a rules incident on Friday, recovering with a strong Saturday round to stay within striking distance. The field also features top-ranked players such as Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele, ensuring a competitive finish to the 154th Open Championship.

Golf fans in the United States can watch the conclusion of the event on USA Network, which is owned by Comcast Corporation. The coverage will capture the climax of the tournament, with the leaders teeing off late in the morning ET. As viewership for major golf tournaments remains a key driver for media companies, the final round typically attracts significant advertising interest.

Comcast, the parent company of USA Network through its NBCUniversal segment, recently traded at $23.79. The media and technology giant operates across various segments, including cable networks and broadcast television, which house its sports broadcasting assets.

What to watch

• Burns starts the final round with a two-shot lead at 9:20 a.m. ET alongside Ryan Fox.
• The penultimate pairing features Si Woo Kim and Ryan Gerard at 9:10 a.m. ET.
• USA Network will broadcast the final round, providing exposure to Comcast’s media portfolio.

Source: original release