US Open 2025 set at Oakmont: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlory and all star-studded pairings; when and where to watch

The 2025 U.S. Open, golf’s third major of the year, is set to commence Thursday at the legendary Oakmont Country Club, renowned as one of the sport’s most challenging venues. The USGA has released the opening round pairings, featuring an array of marquee groups that promise excitement for fans and fierce competition for players.

Among the most anticipated morning groups is the trio of Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau, and Jose Luis Ballester, who will tee off from No. 1 at 7:29 a.m. ET. This group brings together the reigning Open champion (Schauffele), U.S. Open champion (DeChambeau), and U.S. Amateur champion (Ballester), offering a showcase of elite talent and recent major success.

Simultaneously, European Ryder Cup veterans Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, and Rory McIlroy will begin their campaign from No. 10 at 7:40 a.m. ET. Their chemistry and experience are expected to make this grouping a highlight of the morning session.


The afternoon wave is headlined by world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who begins his quest for a first U.S. Open title and a fourth career major at 1:25 p.m. Scheffler is paired with Viktor Hovland and Collin Morikawa, both major champions in their own right. Just ahead of them, at 1:14 p.m. off No. 10, three former U.S. Open champions—Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm, and Dustin Johnson—will tee off together, providing a compelling mix of experience and star power.

Key first round pairings (Thursday, June 12, 2025)

• 7:29 a.m. ET, Tee 1: Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau, Jose Luis Ballester
• 7:40 a.m. ET, Tee 10: Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy
• 7:40 a.m. ET, Tee 1: Matt Fitzpatrick, Wyndham Clark, Gary Woodland
• 1:03 p.m. ET, Tee 1: Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, Min Woo Lee
• 1:14 p.m. ET, Tee 10: Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm, Dustin Johnson
• 1:25 p.m. ET, Tee 1: Scottie Scheffler, Viktor Hovland, Collin Morikawa
  

Oakmont’s notoriously fast greens and penal rough will test every player’s skill and mental toughness. The course has a rich history of hosting U.S. Opens, often producing dramatic finishes and demanding precision.

Broadcast and viewing information

You can watch the 2025 U.S. Open on TV with coverage on USA Network and NBC. USA will broadcast the first round on Thursday and provide early coverage on the weekend, while NBC will air the second, third, and final rounds on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
To stream the U.S. Open online, use Peacock for full coverage, or watch featured groups and holes on USOpen.com and the NBC Sports App.

TV Schedule (ET):

• Thursday, June 12: 6 a.m.–5 p.m. (USA), 5–8 p.m. (Peacock)
• Friday, June 13: 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. (Peacock), 1–7 p.m. (NBC), 7–8 p.m. (Peacock)
• Saturday, June 14: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (USA), 12–8 p.m. (NBC)
• Sunday, June 15: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (USA), 12–7 p.m. (NBC).
  

Streaming is also available on Peacock, USOpen.com, and the NBC Sports App.