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Is the 3M Open becoming the must-watch event for golf fans? What makes it stand out?

The wait is over! After an exciting game at the 2024 Open Championship and the end of the major season, the 2024 3M Open is set to take off from July 25 to 28. Fans all around the world are ready to watch Lee Hodges defend his title in this year’s tournament at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. With tickets selling at a high speed, you might be worried about missing the game. Well, not anymore!

How can fans watch the 2024 3M Open from their homes?

Fans have plenty of options to choose to watch from home per their comfort and preferences. You can catch the 2024 3M Open on TV, mobile or online! The Thursday and Friday rounds will be televised on Golf Channel and Peacock from 3:30–6:30 PM.

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As the weekend approaches and brings the last two rounds of the tournament, Golf Channel and Peacock will be reliable friends again to watch the thrilling golf action from 1-3 PM. CBS will also be covering the Saturday and Sunday rounds from 3-6 PM.

If you prefer streaming, ESPN+ has got your back! You can stream the featured groups of golfers on Thursday and Friday from 3:30–6:30 PM. For the last two rounds, the featured groups will be streaming from 1-6 PM, allowing you to follow your favorite golfers throughout the day.

For fans who want to listen to the action, SiriusXM is your go-to place. The radio broadcast schedule for the Thursday and Friday rounds is from 1-6:30 PM. Similarly, for the last two rounds, the broadcasting finishes half an hour earlier than the previous rounds, i.e., 1-6 PM.

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With this extended coverage, the four days of the tournament are surely going to be interesting! However, there are some players that you might miss on the greens of Minnesota this year.

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Is the 3M Open becoming the must-watch event for golf fans? What makes it stand out?

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Why are some big names skipping the 2024 3M Open?

Everyone knows that the 2024 Open Championship just ended last week, and Xander Schaueffle won the title with a score of nine under par. But unfortunately, the amazing golfer will not be seen at the 2024 3M Open. Schaueffle is not the only player skipping the upcoming PGA Tour tournament. The likes of Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Ludvig Åberg, Justin Thomas, and Patrick Cantaly are also confirmed to not attend the tournament.

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These players are resting and recharging their batteries for the upcoming ultimate showdown in Paris. Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Wyndham Clark, and Collin Morikawa will be representing Team USA at the Le National. As much as the fans will miss seeing their favorites, several top golfers are attending the 2024 3M Open.

Defending champion Lee Hodges will be seen at the venue, along with top finishers Martin Laird, J.T. Poston, and Kevin Streelman. So mark your calendars and set your alarms, because the real golf action is just getting started!