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2026 3M Open Tee Times: Who's Playing When at TPC Twin Cities?

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Alright, let’s get down to brass tacks. The 2026 3M Open is kicking off Thursday at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota. For anyone trying to follow the action, or maybe just planning their betting strategy (no judgment here, we’ve all been there), knowing who’s playing when is crucial. We’ve got the full rundown of the opening round tee times and pairings. You can bet your bottom dollar there are some serious storylines brewing, and we’re here to break it all down.Scottie Scheffler’s 2026 PGA Tour season? Yeah, it’s been a rollercoaster, hasn’t it? World No. 1, wins his first tournament, then plays damn near lights out in every single event. Ten top-5 finishes, four of them runner-ups. That’s a hell of a run. But let’s be honest, the majors… they haven’t gone his way this year. Still only one win on the books. Bit of a surprise, frankly.This week, though? This is Scheffler’s chance to shake things up. A lot of the usual suspects, the guys who usually make his life hell, are taking a breather. So, the competition isn’t exactly the bloodbath we saw at, say, Royal Birkdale. It’s a prime opportunity. He’s set to tee off at 8:29 a.m. ET on Thursday, paired up with Hideki Matsuyama and Sungjae Im. That’s a group with some serious firepower, no doubt about it.For those looking to catch the action live, you can tune into the Golf Channel from 4-7 p.m. ET on Thursday. If you’re a cord-cutter or just want to see everything, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ has got you covered with early streaming starting at 7:45 a.m. ET. They’ll be showing featured groups and holes, so you won’t miss a single crucial shot.Now, let’s get to the meat and potatoes: the full Round 1 tee times and groupings. This is what you’ve been waiting for.

Tee No. 1: The Early Birds and Afternoon Strikers

The first tee at TPC Twin Cities will be buzzing from early morning. We’ve got a mix of established names and hungry up-and-comers looking to make their mark.Morning Wave (Starting 7:45 a.m. ET):
  • 7:45 a.m. – Mackenzie Hughes, Max Greyserman, Rasmus Højgaard
  • 7:56 a.m. – Rafael Campos, Tyler Duncan, Jordan Smith
  • 8:07 a.m. – Erik van Rooyen, Ryan Brehm, Mark Hubbard
  • 8:18 a.m. – Davis Riley, Taylor Pendrith, Chris Kirk
  • 8:29 a.m. – William Mouw, Karl Vilips, Joe Highsmith
  • 8:40 a.m. – Garrick Higgo, Cam Davis, Stephan Jaeger
  • 8:51 a.m. – Brandt Snedeker, Michael Brennan, Matt Kuchar
  • 9:02 a.m. – Luke List, Emiliano Grillo, Kevin Roy
  • 9:13 a.m. – Chad Ramey, Chandler Phillips, Danny Walker
  • 9:24 a.m. – A.J. Ewart, Jeffrey Kang, Marcelo Rozo
  • 9:35 a.m. – Alejandro Tosti, Nicholas Lindheim, Jeevan Sihota
  • 9:46 a.m. – Hayden Springer, Trace Crowe, Brannon Fahrny
You see some solid players in that early bunch. Mackenzie Hughes can get hot. Erik van Rooyen’s got that flair. And Brandt Snedeker, always a threat if he’s feeling it. It’s a good way to start the day, get a feel for the course before the heat really picks up. You’ve got guys trying to avoid the cut line from the get-go.Afternoon Wave (Starting 1:00 p.m. ET):
  • 1:00 p.m. – Patton Kizzire, Ben Kohles, Hank Lebioda
  • 1:11 p.m. – Austin Eckroat, Pierceson Coody, Ben Silverman
  • 1:22 p.m. – Nick Dunlap, Zac Blair, Takumi Kanaya
  • 1:33 p.m. – Kurt Kitayama, Billy Horschel, Jackson Koivun
  • 1:44 p.m. – Gary Woodland, Maverick McNealy, Tony Finau
  • 1:55 p.m. – Tom Kim, Jason Day, Casey Jarvis
  • 2:06 p.m. – Troy Merritt, Ben Martin, Max McGreevy
  • 2:17 p.m. – Seamus Power, Fabián Gómez, David Lipsky
  • 2:28 p.m. – Johnny Keefer, Gordon Sargent, Luke Clanton
  • 2:39 p.m. – Jackson Suber, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, Preston Stout (a)
  • 2:50 p.m. – Kristoffer Ventura, Jesper Svensson, Christo Lamprecht
  • 3:01 p.m. – Kensei Hirata, Neal Shipley, Muzzy Donohue
This afternoon group is stacked. You’ve got Kurt Kitayama, who’s been playing some great golf. Billy Horschel can always bring the heat. And then there’s Tony Finau, a crowd favorite, always a spectacle. The pairings of Tom Kim with Jason Day and Casey Jarvis? That’s a marquee group right there, pure entertainment value. Gary Woodland and Maverick McNealy are also players who can absolutely light up a course. It’s going to be a pressure cooker out there as the day winds down.

Tee No. 10: The Other Side of the Course

The action doesn’t just start on one side. The 10th tee will also be busy, offering its own set of compelling matchups and early-round storylines.Morning Wave (Starting 7:45 a.m. ET):
  • 7:45 a.m. – Lee Hodges, Taylor Moore, Vince Whaley
  • 7:56 a.m. – Harry Higgs, Dylan Wu, Thorbjørn Olesen
  • 8:07 a.m. – Rico Hoey, Mac Meissner, Sudarshan Yellamaraju
  • 8:18 a.m. – Jake Knapp, Corey Conners, Max Homa
  • 8:29 a.m. – Scottie Scheffler, Hideki Matsuyama, Sungjae Im
  • 8:40 a.m. – Steven Fisk, Brian Harman, Lucas Glover
  • 8:51 a.m. – Matthieu Pavon, Nick Hardy, Keith Mitchell
  • 9:02 a.m. – Andrew Putnam, Adam Hadwin, Patrick Rodgers
  • 9:13 a.m. – Camilo Villegas, Denny McCarthy, Beau Hossler
  • 9:24 a.m. – Patrick Fishburn, Adrien Dumont de Chassart, Ben James
  • 9:35 a.m. – Zach Bauchou, John VanDerLaan, Ryder Cowan (a)
  • 9:46 a.m. – Zecheng Dou, Chandler Blanchet, Cooper Schultz
This is where you find our main man, Scottie Scheffler, kicking things off. His pairing with Hideki Matsuyama and Sungjae Im is arguably the biggest draw of the day. All eyes will be on them. But don’t sleep on Jake Knapp, Corey Conners, and Max Homa. That’s a seriously strong group. Conners is always steady, Homa can be explosive, and Knapp has shown he belongs. Brian Harman and Lucas Glover are veterans who know how to navigate a course and can still bring their A-game.Afternoon Wave (Starting 1:00 p.m. ET):
  • 1:00 p.m. – Peter Malnati, Tom Hoge, Sam Stevens
  • 1:11 p.m. – Adam Svensson, Cameron Champ, Matti Schmid
  • 1:22 p.m. – Brice Garnett, Michael Kim, Christiaan Bezuidenhout
  • 1:33 p.m. – Ricky Castillo, Brian Campbell, Davis Thompson
  • 1:44 p.m. – Aldrich Potgieter, Kevin Yu, Aaron Wise
  • 1:55 p.m. – Stefano Mazzoli, Adam Schenk, Kevin Streelman
  • 2:06 p.m. – Joel Dahmen, Doug Ghim, Austin Smotherman
  • 2:17 p.m. – Lanto Griffin, Justin Lower, Will Gordon
  • 2:28 p.m. – Jimmy Stanger, Jeremy Paul, Pontus Nyholm
  • 2:39 p.m. – Paul Peterson, Keita Nakajima, Thomas Campbell
  • 2:50 p.m. – John Parry, Davis Chatfield, Griffin Wood
  • 3:01 p.m. – Haotong Li, David Skinns, Sihan Sandhu (a)
The afternoon shift on the 10th tee also has some intriguing groups. Cameron Champ, with his raw power, is always a must-watch. His pairing with Adam Svensson and Matti Schmid could be a long-ball battle. And you can’t overlook experienced players like Adam Schenk and Kevin Streelman. These guys know how to grind. Joel Dahmen is always a fan favorite, and his group will draw attention. It’s a solid lineup to round out the day.

What to Expect This Week

Beyond the tee times, this 3M Open feels like a pivotal moment for several players. Scheffler, as we’ve discussed, is looking to cap off a dominant season with a win against a field that, while not the absolute deepest, still has plenty of talent. Guys like Matsuyama and Im are always threats. For the younger players, like Nick Dunlap and Jackson Koivun, this is a massive opportunity to gain experience and potentially make a statement against some of the game’s best.TPC Twin Cities is known for its challenging layout. It’s a parkland course with water hazards and strategically placed bunkers. Wind can be a factor, and the greens can be tricky. It rewards accuracy off the tee and solid iron play. You can’t just bash your way around here; you need a strategic approach. It’s the kind of course where a steady hand and a smart game plan can really pay off.Remember, this is just the first round. A lot can happen between Thursday morning and Sunday afternoon. A hot start can build momentum, but a slow start doesn’t necessarily mean the tournament is over. We’ll see who can handle the pressure, adapt to the conditions, and ultimately put themselves in contention.So, there you have it. The 2026 3M Open tee times are set. Get ready for some exciting golf from TPC Twin Cities. Who are you rooting for? Let the games begin. For more on PGA Tour events and schedules, check out the official PGA Tour schedule.