Dow Championship 2026 Final Round: Choi & Kim Hold Slim Lead as LPGA Team Event Hits Climax | Live Preview & How to Watch

The Dow Championship final round arrives Sunday with Hye-Jin Choi and Hyo Joo Kim sitting atop the leaderboard at 10-under after three rounds. The Korean pair fired a brilliant 62 in round two and held firm through tough conditions in round three to carry a one-shot edge. Behind them sit hungry American and international teams ready to pounce in four-ball format.

This unique LPGA team event always delivers drama, and Sunday promises plenty more.

Date, Time & Venue

Sunday, June 14, 2026 — Final Round Midland Country Club, Midland, Michigan

Final round tee times begin early, with groups rolling off the 1st and 10th tees between roughly 7:45 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. local time (EDT). The layout will test every part of team strategy as players switch to four-ball (best-ball) for the decisive 18 holes.

Live Streaming & Telecast (Including India Time)

Golf fans in the United States can catch the action on Golf Channel and CBS.

• Golf Channel: Early coverage window
• CBS: Afternoon main broadcast

For viewers in India, the prime window falls around 9:30–10:30 p.m. IST and later, aligning perfectly with evening viewing. International audiences can also stream via the LPGA app, Golf Channel digital platforms, or official LPGA channels where available.

Time zone conversion tip: EDT (Michigan) to IST adds 9 hours 30 minutes. When it’s noon EDT on the East Coast broadcast, it’s 9:30 p.m. IST back home.

Weather & Course Conditions

Expect classic early summer Michigan weather — mostly clear skies, temperatures climbing to the low 70s°F, and a light southwest breeze around 2 mph. Conditions look scoring-friendly, which should favor aggressive four-ball play. The Midland Country Club layout rewards precise iron play and hot putting streaks. With little wind forecast, teams that roll in putts early can build serious momentum.

Current Leaderboard (Entering Final Round)

Choi and Kim lead after posting steady scores and capitalizing on their best-ball strengths. Here are the top teams heading into Sunday:

Key Player Battles & Matchups

The biggest story sits at the top. Choi and Kim showed they can post low numbers together and defend under pressure. Gina Kim and Yana Wilson sit just one back and will attack aggressively in best-ball — every birdie either player makes counts for the team.

Further back, the Jutanugarn sisters and the experienced Im/Lee pair (2025 champions) know how to grind out rounds. Expect plenty of two-putt pars turning into tap-in birdies once the best-ball magic kicks in. The format rewards hot hands and smart course management more than pure individual heroics.

Records & Milestones in Play

Beyond the leaderboard, Juli Inkster’s achievement stands out. At nearly 66 years old, she became the oldest player to make the cut in LPGA Tour history. Her presence adds a beautiful layer of inspiration to a week already full of team camaraderie.

The Dow Championship remains the LPGA’s only official team event, creating rare partnerships and storylines you don’t see in regular stroke-play weeks.

Fantasy Golf Team Tips

In four-ball, prioritize teams with proven chemistry and recent form. Choi/Kim top most fantasy rosters for obvious reasons, but value lurks deeper.

Look for pairs who posted strong four-ball numbers earlier in the week or players riding hot putters. American duos like Lee/Vu or Kim/Wilson offer upside if they catch fire on the back nine. Captain or stack the leaders early, then hunt for a couple of mid-tier teams with low ownership who could surprise. Check recent round-two and round-three scoring trends — four-ball rewards momentum.

Match Prediction & What to Watch

Choi and Kim enter as slight favorites. Their 62 on Friday proved they can go low, and they handled Saturday’s tougher conditions with maturity. In best-ball, however, one hot putter from any chasing team can erase a lead quickly.

Expect the final groups to trade birdies early. The back nine at Midland should produce drama — especially around the 15th–18th holes where the course opens up and crowds gather. If the leaders stay patient and capitalize on their own birdie opportunities, they should close it out. But don’t be shocked if an American or Swedish pair makes a late charge.

The winner will hoist the trophy after the 18th green awards ceremony.

Ticket Information & Fan Experience

Tickets remain available for Sunday. Daily grounds access and hospitality packages (Eagle’s Nest, Sandtrap Social) offer great views and amenities. Kids 17 and under get in free with a paying adult.

Special Sunday touches include Champ’s 2nd Birthday Party and mascot parade plus ice cream sundaes in the Veterans Hospitality Suite. The atmosphere stays family-friendly all day, with the Covenant Kid’s Zone and STEM Center running throughout.

Final Round Format Note

Sunday switches fully to four-ball. Each player plays their own ball, and the team takes the better score on every hole. This format usually produces more birdies and dramatic swings than alternate-shot days. Strategy shifts toward aggressive pin-hunting and relying on the hotter player in each pairing.

The stage is set in Midland. Choi and Kim have the lead, but the best-ball final round at the Dow Championship has a way of creating heroes out of nowhere. Tune in Sunday — whether from the first tee in Michigan or your couch in India around 9:30 p.m. IST — for what should be a thrilling conclusion to this standout LPGA team week.