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The Green Eagle Golf Courses in Hamburg, Germany, will host the European Open from May 30 to June 2, 2024. This is the second event after the Soudal Open in the European swing of the Tour. Since its founding in 1978, the European Open has been held at several esteemed locations, giving it a lengthy and illustrious history. The $2.5 million competition has made Germany its home since 2015, having previously been played in England and Ireland. Since 2017, it has been held at the Green Eagle Golf Courses in Hamburg. Here’s all you need to know about the event, including information on how to watch it live.

TV schedule and live coverage for the European Open

There’s great news for all of you who want to watch the game. Fans can watch it on the course or from the comfort of their own homes in a variety of ways to get the entire experience. Don’t fear, fans who prefer to watch the game in the comfort of their own homes are taken care of to. On Sky Sports Golf, fans in the US and the UK can watch live coverage of the European Open.

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For viewers in the United States, here are the converted broadcast times in Eastern Standard Time (EST):

Thursday, May 30: 7:00 a.m. EST–12:00 p.m. BST (Sky Sports Golf)

Friday, May 31: 7:00 a.m. EST–12:00 p.m. BST (Sky Sports Golf)

Saturday, June 1: 7:00 a.m. EST–12:00 p.m. BST (Sky Sports Golf)

Sunday, June 2: 6:30 a.m. EST–11:30 a.m. BST (Sky Sports Golf)

On the official website, tickets are available for those who wish to attend the game live. There are several options for tickets. With day tickets, access is offered for one day only either Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. You can attend the entire event with a VIP ticket, plus there are some additional perks too. Weekly passes offer access for the entire duration of the tournament.

Those attending the tournament may enjoy the breathtaking view from the 40-meter-tall Ferris Wheel, which is situated behind the 18th green, in addition to watching golfers attempt to win a Porsche car for a hole-in-one on the 17th hole.

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Who will take the big prize home this year?

The winner of the competition will receive $425,000 in addition to 3,000 Race to Dubai points. The prize fund and points are crucial for players looking to improve their positions in the Race to Dubai, which is currently being led by Rory McIlroy. Rikuya Hoshino is ranked second in the Race to Dubai, while Jesper Svensson is ranked third.

The field this year is made up of both seasoned experts and up-and-coming talent. Notable players include 2016 Masters champion Danny Willett, defending champion Tom McKibbin, who is going for his second DP World Tour title, and Rasmus Hojgaard, who is on the verge of earning a card on the PGA Tour. Previous champions including Kalle Samooja who won in 2022, Marcus Armitage, the 2021 winner, and Paul Casey winner of 2019 are also favorites to win.

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USA Today via Reuters

Top players from all around the world will be competing on one of the hardest courses in the Tour at the European Open, which guarantees exciting golf action. This event is a must-attend highlight of the golf calendar, whether you’re watching in person or at home.

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