Jeeno Thitikul competes at 2026 FM Championship; Broadcast details for Asian viewers
The LPGA Tour's 22nd event of the year, the FM Championship, is underway at TPC Boston with a US$4.4 million purse. Asian fans can follow Thai player Jeeno Thitikul through extensive broadcast and streaming options.
LPGA Tour Underway at TPC Boston for FM Championship
The 2026 FM Championship, the 22nd event on the LPGA Tour schedule, commenced on Thursday at TPC Boston in Norton, Massachusetts. A field of 144 players competes for a total purse of US$4.4 million. This tournament will determine the latest winner on the LPGA Tour.
The event marks a return to New England for the women's professional circuit, drawing significant attention from golf enthusiasts globally. Leading players in the field include Nelly Korda, Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul, Lottie Woad, Haeran Ryu, and Hannah Green.
Jeeno Thitikul's presence ensures strong interest from golf fans across Asia, keen to follow her progress in this substantial championship. The considerable prize money underscores the competitive nature of the tour and the high stakes for all participants.
Extensive Broadcast and Streaming Schedule
Extensive coverage of the 2026 FM Championship is available across television and digital platforms. Golf Channel provides live broadcast of the initial rounds. Thursday's coverage ran from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time. Friday's live action also airs on Golf Channel during the same 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time slot.
Weekend coverage shifts to later hours, with Golf Channel broadcasting on Saturday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Sunday's final round will feature streaming coverage from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time, accessible via Golf Channel's website and app. The concluding hours of Sunday's play, from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time, will air on CNBC.
All Golf Channel broadcasts are simultaneously available for streaming through the Golf Channel website and its dedicated application, providing multiple viewing avenues.
Asian Interest and Viewing Considerations
The participation of Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul in the FM Championship draws particular interest from golf followers throughout Asia. Spectators in regions like Singapore, Bangkok, Tokyo, and Seoul will need to adjust their viewing schedules according to the Eastern Time zone. For example, a 9 a.m. Eastern start on Friday translates to 9 p.m. in Bangkok (GMT+7) or 10 p.m.
in Singapore (GMT+8) on the same day. The split broadcast between Golf Channel and CNBC for the final day means viewers should check local listings and digital platform availability for complete access. Ensuring access to both channels or the Golf Channel app will be important for those wishing to follow the tournament's conclusion. This broad broadcast strategy aims to reach a wide international audience, including the growing golf markets in Asia.
Tournament Stakes and Outlook
The US$4.4 million purse at the FM Championship places it among the more financially significant events on the LPGA Tour calendar. A strong performance here can substantially impact a player's standing in the Race to the CME Globe rankings and their overall tour status.
For players like Jeeno Thitikul, a high finish could further cement her position among the tour's elite and elevate her profile in the Asian golf landscape. The event's outcome will shape competitive narratives for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Asian golfers and fans will observe how the tour's top talents perform under pressure at TPC Boston, particularly as the season progresses towards its climax. The accessibility of broadcast and streaming options allows Asian audiences to remain closely connected to the professional women's game.
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