Opening Golf to the World
The Walker Cup is the premier team match in men’s amateur golf, contested biennially by leading players from Great Britain and Ireland and the United States of America.
The 51st staging of the match will be held at Lahinch, Ireland, on 5 and 6 of September 2026.
Played on historic links terrain, the contest tests elite talent across foursomes and singles match play.
In 2025 USA won the 50th staging of the Walker Cup at Cypress Point, recording a 17-9 triumph. Only one point ahead going into the fourth and final session of matches, the home team managed eight-and-a-half points from the ten afternoon singles and surged to victory.
The Walker Cup began in 1922 and the United States of America leads the series 40-9, having won the last five contests, with one match tied.The Walker Cup2026 Gallery
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GB&I Team
With six returning players, the Great Britain and Ireland side combines key match experience with emerging talent.
Scotland's Connor Graham (left) makes his third successive Walker Cup appearance at just 19 years old, joining a strong line-up that includes The Amateur Champion Stuart Grehan and US Amateur champion Jack Whaley.
Learn more about each of the ten players representing GB&I at the 2026 Walker Cup.
Scotland's Connor Graham (left) makes his third successive Walker Cup appearance at just 19 years old, joining a strong line-up that includes The Amateur Champion Stuart Grehan and US Amateur champion Jack Whaley.
Learn more about each of the ten players representing GB&I at the 2026 Walker Cup.
USA Team
The United States of America team arrives at Lahinch boasting exceptional depth and high-level international experience.
Built on leading players in the World Amateur Golf Ranking® (WAGR®) and national champions, the American squad is aiming to retain the historic trophy after victory at Cypress Point in 2025.
Learn more about each of the ten players representing the USA at the 2026 Walker Cup.
Built on leading players in the World Amateur Golf Ranking® (WAGR®) and national champions, the American squad is aiming to retain the historic trophy after victory at Cypress Point in 2025.
Learn more about each of the ten players representing the USA at the 2026 Walker Cup.
Broadcast information
How to watch
Fans can follow all the action at Lahinch throughout the weekend.
Sky Sports will broadcast the match live in the UK, with full match highlights available from the BBC, while Golf Channel will show the action live and in full in the USA.
R&A TV will also provide coverage on both days, while Sunday's action will be available in select territories, including Great Britain and Ireland, on The R&A YouTube channel.
Match history
First contested in 1922, the Walker Cup has long served as a proving ground for the game's elite.
Future Champion Golfers of the Year such as Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, and Tiger Woods all represented their teams in the biennial match before going on to major championship glory.
Future Champion Golfers of the Year such as Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth, and Tiger Woods all represented their teams in the biennial match before going on to major championship glory.
Spectator Information
Planning your visit to Lahinch? Download our spectator guide for key event details, including times, course maps, travel advice, and venue amenities.
