Jack Nicklaus’ duties at The Masters will see the Golden Bear feature in Amazon’s coverage debut next week.
For the 2026 edition of the tradition unlike any other, Augusta National and Amazon Prime Video have become domestic broadcast partners for the very first time, joining established networks CBS Sports and ESPN.
Amazon Prime viewers will be able to watch the action unfold in a new two-hour slot between 1:00pm and 3:00pm ET (5pm/6pm GMT) during the first two rounds of the first men’s major of the year.
Coverage will originate from the iconic Butler Cabin with Amazon’s own commentary alongisde CBS Sports’ on-air team.
NBC’s Terry Gannon will anchor the coverage on both days and, instead of working alongside a regular lead analyst, Amazon have decided to cycle through a wave of guests.
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Chief among them is Nicklaus, although it has not yet been revealed which day or what time the 18-time major champion will feature.
Amazon have also not announced who else might appear in the coverage, hinting only in a press release that “current stars and special guests” will join Gannon.
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Beyond the main coverage, Amazon will deploy a dedicated Amen Corner feed featuring former U.S. Open champion Geoff Ogilvy, former PGA Tour pro Smylie Kaufman and John Wood.
The 2026 Masters Tournament marks the 40th anniversary of Nicklaus’ final Masters triumph.
Nicklaus’ victory at the age of 46 is widely regarded as one of the most remarkable comebacks in golf history.
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Considered past his prime, Nicklaus entered the tournament having not won a major for six years.
Before the final round began, he trailed 54-hole leader Greg Norman by six shots.
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As he hit the turn, Nicklaus still trailed the Australian by the same margin.
Then he lit up the back nine, making birdies on holes 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 to post a 65 and win by one stroke.
It represented his sixth Masters win and 18th major triumph.
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Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson will once again hit the ceremonial first tee shots next Thursday.
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