Where to watch U.S. Open 2025: TV coverage, schedule, live stream for Rory McIlroy in Round 1 on Thursday

How to watch every single shot from the biggest names in golf throughout Round 1 at the 2025 U.S. Open

By Adam Silverstein

Jun 12, 2025 at 4:30 pm ET • 2 min read

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The 2025 U.S. Open is officially underway with four rounds of pristine, difficult golf rolling one of the United States' most notable courses. A massive field featuring 156 golfers kicked off the tournament Thursday all hoping to complete 72 holes at Oakmont Country Club, believed by some to be the toughest course in the nation.

The action begins with Round 1 setting the stage for the rest of the year's third major, and while the skies look to be clear, the trek through these first 18 holes will be anything but -- even for the best in the game. Oakmont is hosting the U.S. Open for a record 10th time, but given the tournament has not been held in this Pittsburgh suburb for the last nine years, many will be playing it for the first time -- particularly on a stage this large.

The grounds are filled to capacity with fans, and they are undoubtedly keen to see how the likes of Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau compete in Western Pennsylvania. Follow 2025 U.S. Open leaderboard live updates and coverage throughout the first round.

The three clear favorites on the odds board, their positions have flipped markedly since the last major. Both Scheffler and McIlroy are seeking their second major of the season, but Scottie enters as a massive 11/4 favorite per Caesars Sportsbook -- the shortest odds to open a major since Tiger Woods in 2009 -- while McIlroy has struggled to even contend in his last two event starts. That allowed DeChambeau to ascend to the second spot with Jon Rahm among others considered to be top contenders for biggest prizes in the U.S. Open's $21.5 million purse.

As for whether those oddsmakers were right on, we'll need to wait another 54 holes to find out. McIlroy and DeChambeau started strong only to eject coming home, while J.J. Spaun claimed the clubhouse lead at 4 under after a stunning bogey-free round. Some took greater advantage than others of the low numbers that were available Thursday, but given the difficulty of Oakmont and how the USGA sets up U.S. Open tournaments, plenty can change before the weekend even arrives.

There is so much to follow this week that it can be overwhelming at times. No worries: We have you covered. Let's take a look at how you can follow first-round action on your screens, and be sure to check out a complete 2025 U.S. Open TV schedule and coverage guide for details on where to watch all weekend long.

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