How to watch the 2019 British Open

The 148th Open Championship will take place July 18-21 from Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. It's the first time The Open has been staged in Northern Ireland since 1951.

Francesco Molinari returns as the defending champion after capturing his first major championship last year at Carnoustie.

Here are the TV channels and times to watch coverage of the Championship:

Thursday, July 18

Golf Channel
Midnight-1:30 a.m.: Midnight Drive
1:30 a.m.-4 p.m.:  The Open – First Round
4-5 p.m.: Golf Central Live

Friday, July 19

Golf Channel
1:30 a.m.-4 p.m.:  The Open – Second Round
4-5 p.m.: Golf Central Live

Saturday, July 20

Golf Channel
5-7 a.m.: The Open – Third Round
7-11 a.m.: Golf Central Live
3-4 p.m.: Golf Central Live

NBC
7 a.m.-3 p.m.: The Open – Third Round

Sunday, July 21

Golf Channel
4-7 a.m.: The Open – Final Round
7-9:45 a.m.: Golf Central Live
3-4 p.m.: Golf Central Live

NBC
7 a.m.-2 p.m.: The Open – Final Round