DraftKings will serve as the wagering provider for ESPN’s PGA Tour Live betcast across 12 marquee events during 2026, doubling the program’s previous coverage from the prior year.
Prior to the network’s split from Penn Entertainment in 2025, ESPN Bet served as the official sportsbook partner of the PGA Tour Live betcast. Following its partnership with DraftKings in November, the operator will now provide live odds throughout each competition, set to air on the ESPN+ platform.
“Our collaboration with the PGA Tour and ESPN reflects a shared, forward-looking approach to fan engagement,” DraftKings CMO Stephanie Sherman said.
“For those who see betting as part of their entertainment experience, by integrating our industry-leading golf offerings into PGA Tour Live Betcast, we’re creating a more immersive, real-time way to follow the action from the first tee shot to the final putt, while fostering a sense of connection and community around the sport.”
The PGA Tour Live betcast will begin airing with the Waste Management Phoenix Open in Arizona starting on February 5. The betcast will feature golf-related betting discussions, live betting analysis, upcoming previews, tournament features and more.
“At ESPN, we want to provide fans with more access, insight and ways to connect with sports,” ESPN Senior Director of Programming & Acquisitions John Suchenski said.
“The Betcasts give fans another option to engage with PGA Tour LIVE and be an attraction to those who desire alternative ways to traditional feeds. We’re always discussing new and innovative approaches to golf coverage with the PGA Tour, and these Betcasts are the newest evolution of those efforts.”
PGA Tour VP of Gaming Scott Warfield also commented on the new integrations, having said, “The PGA Tour is pleased to present more than 400 hours of live betting coverage in 2026 alongside our collaborators at ESPN and DraftKings.
“Building on the success of last year’s feed, we are excited to further expand this season with the support of DraftKings and its world-class golf product, as fans will have a host of new betting markets and storylines to follow as they watch along with the broadcast.”
The PGA Tour Live betcast will continue with the Genesis Invitational in California and conclude at the season-ending Tour Championship during August.
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