How to Watch the 2026 US Open Tennis: Free Live Streams, TV Channels, Global Broadcasters & Full Schedule

Tennis' fourth and final Grand Slam of 2026 returns to New York for the 146th US Open, and this year's tournament is bigger than ever! 🗽

The 2026 US Open runs from August 23 through September 13, covering a record 22 days of tennis and entertainment. Fan Week begins on August 23, followed by qualifying, the reimagined Mixed Doubles Championship, the much-anticipated Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York exhibition, and then the singles main draw from August 30 through September 13. The USTA describes the 2026 edition as having the largest event schedule and most competition days in the tournament's history.

The tournament once again brings the biggest names in men's and women's tennis to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York, with the hard-court Grand Slam culminating in the women's final on September 12 and the men's final on September 13.

🎪 What to Watch Before the Main Draw

US Open Fan Week runs from August 23–29, with qualifying, player practices, fan activities and special events. The 2026 Fan Week schedule also includes the Mixed Doubles Championship and the special Roger Federer exhibition.

One of the biggest attractions is Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York, scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Federer will take part in a special exhibition with former US Open champions and tennis legends including Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi and John McEnroe.

⚠️ Important: The USTA confirms that the US Open produces a global World Feed covering the main draw, qualifying and selected Fan Week events, including the Mixed Doubles Championship and the Roger Federer exhibition. However, whether a particular event is actually shown live in your country depends on your local broadcaster's rights and programming schedule.

Whether you are watching from the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia, India, China, Japan, Southeast Asia, Latin America, New Zealand, MENA or Africa, this guide explains the official broadcasters, legal streaming options, free ways to follow the tournament, key dates, time-zone differences and the most important viewing restrictions.

🇺🇸 United States

Official US Broadcast Line-Up

The US Open will be exclusively carried by ESPN in the United States through 2037 under the USTA's 12-year agreement beginning in 2026. The new deal expands ESPN's digital coverage while also bringing selected Sunday coverage to ABC.

For American viewers, the main options are:

ESPN Select vs. ESPN Unlimited

One important change for 2026 viewers is the new ESPN direct-to-consumer structure. The old ESPN+ branding has been incorporated into the new ESPN subscription structure. ESPN Select primarily provides ESPN+ content, while ESPN Unlimited includes the broader ESPN network ecosystem, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, ESPN on ABC and ESPN+.

💡 For fans specifically looking for US Open coverage carried by ESPN's television networks, ESPN Unlimited is the more relevant standalone ESPN option. ESPN also notes that certain pay-TV packages may already provide access to ESPN services without requiring a separate ESPN Unlimited purchase.

How to Watch If You Have Cable / Satellite TV

If you subscribe to a traditional cable, satellite, fiber or other pay-TV package that includes ESPN:

1. Download the ESPN App on your phone, tablet, smart TV or streaming device

2. Log in using your existing TV-provider credentials

3. Open the US Open section of the ESPN platform

4. Select the available live channel or court feed

Depending on your TV package and the rights attached to the particular feed, you can access ESPN's live coverage without purchasing a second standalone ESPN subscription. This remains the simplest setup for viewers who already pay for a qualifying TV bundle.

🆕 RedZone at the US Open: A New Way to Watch in 2026

One of the biggest innovations in this year's coverage is RedZone at the US Open.

For the first time, ESPN is bringing its NFL-style whip-around concept to tennis.

From August 30 through September 4, RedZone at the US Open runs:

11 a.m.–6 p.m. ET

on the ESPN App for ESPN Unlimited subscribers.

Instead of following one match from beginning to end, the program moves rapidly among the tournament's 16 courts, looking for the most important points and moments.

It is particularly useful during the early rounds, when dozens of matches are happening simultaneously.

ESPN — RedZone at the US Open details

How to Watch Without Cable: Cord-Cutting Options

No cable? You can use a live-TV streaming service that carries ESPN and the required local channels.

📌 Pro tip: Test your chosen streaming service during Fan Week and qualifying, especially from August 23–29, rather than waiting until the first main-draw session on August 30.

🆓 Can You Watch the US Open Free in the U.S.?

There is no full-tournament legal free livestream in the United States.

However, there are several ways to watch selected coverage without purchasing a dedicated ESPN Unlimited subscription.

1. ABC over the air

If you have access to a local ABC affiliate through an antenna or another service, you can watch the major ABC windows.

The 2026 ABC schedule includes:

• August 30 — First Round

• September 6 — Round of 16

• September 13 — Men's Championship

2. Disney+

ESPN has also made selected Day 1 action on August 30 available directly to all Disney+ subscribers.

On August 30, Disney+ carried selected coverage alongside ESPN2/ESPN programming.

This is not a complete tournament livestream, but it is an important additional option for Disney+ subscribers.

Disney+

3. USOpen.org and the US Open App

For people who don't need continuous video, the official US Open digital platforms provide:

• Live scores

• Draws

• Match statistics

• Results

• News

• Videos

• Highlights

• Tournament information

USOpen.org

🇺🇸 Spanish-Language Coverage: ESPN Deportes

Spanish-speaking viewers in the United States can follow the tournament on ESPN Deportes.

ESPN says its 2026 coverage includes more than 120 hours of Spanish-language television coverage, from the first round through the championships.

The network also provides:

• Match coverage

• Championship coverage

• Pregame programming

• US Open Match Point-related programming

• ESPNDeportes.com news and results

ESPN Deportes

Best Streaming Features for Tennis Fans

Depending on your ESPN subscription, TV provider and the specific digital rights attached to the tournament, ESPN's ecosystem can provide a much richer experience than simply watching the main television channel:

• Multiple live feeds — follow different matches when several courts are playing simultaneously

• Live switching — move between available court feeds

• Start-over and replay functionality — useful if you join a match late

• Full-match replays — revisit completed matches when available

• Highlights and condensed matches

• Whip-around coverage — useful when several major matches are taking place at once

📌 The exact number of simultaneous feeds and features can vary by device, event and subscription.

🇨🇦 Canada

Official Canadian Broadcast Rights

In Canada, the official US Open broadcast partners are TSN and RDS. The USTA lists both networks among the tournament's 2026 international broadcast partners.

⚠️ Important: Unlike some countries, Canada does not have a single universal free-to-air US Open television channel. Availability, channel assignments and streaming access depend on the broadcaster and subscription package.

How to Watch If You Already Have Cable / Satellite TV

If your TV package includes TSN or RDS:

1. Download the relevant TSN or RDS app

2. Log in with your participating TV-provider credentials

3. Find the US Open live schedule

4. Select the available live channel or digital stream

How to Watch Without Cable

TSN+

TSN+ provides standalone streaming access to TSN's digital sports programming without requiring a traditional cable subscription. For US Open coverage, check the current TSN schedule and subscription terms before the tournament because the precise digital feed lineup can vary.

RDS

French-language viewers can check RDS's current digital subscription options for US Open coverage.

📌 Pro tip: Test your TSN/RDS account during Fan Week and qualifying before the August 30 singles main-draw opening.

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament

There is no universal free full-match live stream for Canadian viewers. You can nevertheless follow the tournament for free through:

• USOpen.org — live scores, draws, results, statistics, highlights and interviews

• TSN and RDS social channels — short highlights, player reactions and breaking news

• Official US Open social accounts — match clips and behind-the-scenes content

🇬🇧 UK & Ireland

The UK and Ireland have a separate rights arrangement from continental Europe.

Official UK & Ireland Broadcast Rights

Sky Sports holds the exclusive live television and digital rights to the US Open in the UK and Ireland through 2027. The agreement covers singles, doubles, mixed doubles, juniors and wheelchair events.

Typical viewing options include:

How to Watch If You Already Have Sky TV

If your Sky subscription includes Sky Sports:

1. Open the Sky Go app or supported Sky streaming service

2. Sign in with your Sky account

3. Select Sky Sports Tennis or the relevant US Open feed

💡 No additional US Open-specific subscription is normally required for customers whose existing package includes the relevant Sky Sports channels.

How to Watch Without Sky TV: NOW

For viewers without a Sky TV contract, NOW is the most straightforward alternative. Depending on the current offer, viewers can choose an appropriate Sky Sports membership or pass. This can be particularly useful if you only want to watch:

• The first week

• Quarterfinals

• Semifinals

• Finals weekend

• A specific player's matches

📌 Check NOW's current UK or Ireland pricing before subscribing because pass structures and promotional offers can change.

What About the BBC?

The BBC does not hold live television rights to the US Open tennis. BBC Sport can still be useful for:

• Live text

• Results

• News

• Analysis

• Radio coverage

• Tournament updates

But viewers should not expect BBC iPlayer to provide a full live US Open video stream.

Free Ways to Follow the US Open in the UK & Ireland

There is no full legal free live-match video stream from a free-to-air UK broadcaster. Free alternatives include:

• USOpen.org — live scores, draws, highlights and interviews

• BBC Sport — live text, news and radio coverage

• Sky Sports social channels — highlights and short clips

• US Open social channels — official tournament video

🇪🇺 Continental Europe

Europe is more complicated than it first appears! The USTA confirms that Eurosport is the US Open home in 49 European countries, but several major markets have separate local rights arrangements.

Important Exceptions

⚠️ Therefore, you should NOT assume that a Eurosport subscription automatically works for every European country.

Quick Tournament Basics

Typical early-round session starts include:

• Day session: around 11:00 AM EDT

• Night session: around 7:00 PM EDT

📌 However, the exact schedule varies by day, and weather, previous matches and tournament scheduling can change individual start times.

European Time-Zone Conversion

During the 2026 US Open, Europe is still on summer time.

UK & Ireland — BST

New York is five hours behind:

• 11:00 AM EDT → 4:00 PM BST

• 7:00 PM EDT → 12:00 AM BST (next day)

France, Germany, Italy, Spain — CEST

New York is six hours behind:

• 11:00 AM EDT → 5:00 PM CEST

• 7:00 PM EDT → 1:00 AM CEST (next day)

Eastern Europe — EEST

New York is seven hours behind:

• 11:00 AM EDT → 6:00 PM EEST

• 7:00 PM EDT → 2:00 AM EEST (next day)

💡 Tip: Night sessions can finish extremely late in Europe. If you cannot stay awake until 2–4 AM, on-demand replays are your friend!

2026 US Open European Key Dates

Official European Broadcast Partners

The USTA's 2026 international broadcast list confirms:

Country-by-Country Breakdown

⚠️ Important correction: It is not accurate to describe Eurosport as the universal live-rights holder throughout Europe. The USTA's official 2026 list specifically identifies separate partners in Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the UK/Ireland.

How to Watch Continental Europe: Eurosport / Discovery+ / Max

For territories covered by Eurosport, the exact streaming product depends on the local Warner Bros. Discovery distribution arrangement. Depending on your country, Eurosport content may be available through:

• Eurosport-branded services

• Discovery+

• Max

• A local pay-TV provider

• A broadcaster bundle

⚠️ Do not assume that a subscription purchased in one European country automatically works in another.

🇮🇹 Italy

Italy has its own rights arrangement rather than relying solely on the pan-European Eurosport package. The USTA identifies SuperTennis and Sky Italia as Italian US Open partners.

For Italian viewers:

• Sky Sport Tennis — primary channel

• Sky Sport Uno — additional coverage

• Sky Go — streaming for eligible Sky customers

• NOW — Sky's streaming platform for eligible sports packages

• SuperTennis — additional Italian coverage

📌 Because the exact free-to-air match schedule can change, check SuperTennis' official schedule rather than assuming every match will be free.

🇩🇪🇦🇹🇨🇭 Germany, Austria & Switzerland

The DACH region is another important exception. The USTA identifies:

• Sporteurope.TV

• Sky Deutschland

• Puls4 in Austria

Because the rights are split across multiple platforms, viewers should check their local broadcaster's daily schedule before subscribing.

🇪🇸 Spain

Spain has a separate arrangement through Telefónica , meaning Spanish viewers should check Movistar Plus+ rather than assuming a standard continental Eurosport subscription provides the complete US Open package.

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament in Europe

For most European countries, there is no guaranteed full free live stream. Free alternatives include:

• USOpen.org — scores, draws, statistics, highlights and interviews

• Local broadcaster websites — selected free clips or coverage

• Official US Open social media

• Broadcaster social-media channels

📌 Italy and Austria may have selected free-to-air coverage through their local partners, but the precise match schedule should be checked before the tournament.

🇨🇳 Mainland China

📌 Note: This section applies to Mainland China. Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan have separate media-rights arrangements.

Official Mainland China Broadcast Partners

According to the USTA 2026 International Broadcast List and domestic media reports, China Central Television (CCTV), MIGU, and iQIYI Sports are listed as the official broadcast partners for the 2026 US Open in Mainland China.

China Central Television (CCTV)
CCTV will provide selected live broadcasts of key US Open matches. Based on its programming schedule, viewers can expect to see:

• Top players' matches

• Chinese players' matches

• Matches from the main show courts

• Quarterfinals

• Semifinals

• Singles finals

📌 Specific channel arrangements may be subject to change. It is recommended to check the latest program schedule on the CCTV Sports channel prior to the tournament.

MIGU
MIGU Video is one of the core digital platforms for watching the US Open in Mainland China, offering full-session live coverage. Its advantage is especially evident when multiple matches are being played simultaneously.

iQIYI Sports
iQIYI Sports is another full-session live streaming platform for the 2026 US Open in Mainland China. In addition to live broadcasts, iQIYI Sports offers a rich content matrix including match previews, post-match reviews, and player features. Fans can watch via the iQIYI Sports App or QIYI TV.

How to Watch on Traditional TV

CCTV-5 / CCTV-5+
If your cable, IPTV, or satellite TV package includes CCTV sports channels, you can check the program schedules for CCTV-5 / CCTV-5+ and tune in to live US Open broadcasts.
⚠️ CCTV does not cover every court. Do not expect to see matches from all courts.

How to Watch via Streaming

MIGU Video
MIGU Video is one of the most important digital viewing platforms for Chinese audiences. Depending on the rights package, MIGU may offer simultaneous multi-court live streams, replays, and highlights.
📌 Pricing and individual match access may change. Please check MIGU's official schedule and membership page before subscribing.

iQIYI Sports
iQIYI Sports offers full-session live streaming. Fans can watch via the iQIYI Sports App or QIYI TV, with support for four-screen compatibility—no screen mirroring needed for a great big-screen experience.
📌 Please refer to iQIYI Sports' official announcements for specific programming and membership policies prior to the tournament.

CCTV Digital Platform
The CCTV Program Official Website provides synchronized streaming of matches broadcast on TV. Please note, however, that not all outside court matches will be available on CCTV's digital platforms.

Free Ways to Follow the US Open in China

Even without a paid streaming subscription, you can still follow the US Open through these official channels:

• USOpen.org – Official scores, schedules, and news

• CCTV Sports News and official digital channels

• MIGU / iQIYI highlights

• US Open official social media (YouTube, X, Instagram, etc.)

⚠️ Please avoid unauthorized livestream links shared in forums, group chats, or social media posts. These sources are unreliable and may carry security risks or copyright infringement issues.

🌏 Southeast Asia

Official Southeast Asian Rights

The USTA identifies Eclat Media Group / SPOTV as the US Open broadcast partner in Southeast Asia for 2026.

Depending on the country and local distribution agreement, viewers may have access to:

• SPOTV television channels

• SPOTV NOW

• Local pay-TV bundles

• Digital streaming

⚠️ Important correction: It is better not to describe SPOTV as having exactly the same package or the same availability in every Southeast Asian country. Rights, subscriptions and channel distribution can differ by territory.

How to Watch on Traditional Television

If your local cable, IPTV or satellite provider carries SPOTV:

1. Check the local SPOTV channel schedule

2. Find the US Open listings

3. Watch the featured matches through your television package

📌 Linear television normally prioritizes the biggest matches rather than every court.

How to Watch via SPOTV NOW

Where SPOTV NOW is offered with US Open access, it can be useful for fans who want more than the main television feed. Depending on the local package, digital coverage may include:

• Additional live matches

• Match replays

• Highlights

• Multiple court coverage

• On-demand content

📌 Always check the local SPOTV website for your specific country.

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament

There is no universal free full-court live stream across Southeast Asia. Free options include:

• USOpen.org

• SPOTV social-media channels

• Official US Open social accounts

• Free highlights and short clips where offered

🇦🇺 Australia

Australia has one of the strongest free-plus-paid US Open viewing setups! 🎉

Official Australian Broadcast Rights

The USTA confirms Channel Nine and Stan Sport as Australia's 2026 US Open partners.

Channel Nine / 9Now

Nine provides selected US Open matches through its free-to-air network and digital platform.

Stan Sport

For fans who want comprehensive coverage, Stan Sport is the key destination. Stan currently advertises the US Open as "Every Match. Live & On Demand" and describes itself as the only place in Australia to live stream and replay every US Open match.

💡 Stan Sport is an add-on to a base Stan subscription.

How to Watch on Free-to-Air Television

Nine's free-to-air coverage is ideal for casual fans. You can use:

• Channel Nine

• 9Gem / other Nine network channels where scheduled

• 9Now

📌 The exact channel allocation can change during the tournament. 9Now generally mirrors Nine's free broadcast output rather than providing the complete every-court package.

How to Watch via 9Now

1. Visit the 9Now website or app

2. Create or log in to a Nine account

3. Find the US Open listing

4. Watch the matches included in Nine's free broadcast schedule

💡 No separate Stan Sport subscription is needed for matches that are genuinely available through Nine's free service.

Stan Sport: Full-Tournament Streaming

For serious tennis fans, Stan Sport is the stronger option. Stan's current US Open service advertises:

• ✅ Every match

• ✅ Live and on demand

• ✅ Full-match replays

• ✅ No ad breaks in play

• ✅ Grand Slam tennis coverage

Depending on the applicable plan and production feed, selected tennis content can also be available in 4K.

Australian Time-Zone Tip

New York is 14 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) during the US Open:

So Australian viewers often face a strange schedule: Night sessions in New York become morning tennis in Australia.

Free Ways to Follow the US Open in Australia

• 9Now — selected free-to-air US Open matches

• USOpen.org — live scores and highlights

• Nine social channels

• Stan social channels

• Official US Open social media

⚠️ If you want every court, 9Now is not a substitute for Stan Sport.

🇮🇳 India

Official Indian Rights

JioStar operates both the Star Sports television network and JioHotstar streaming service in India.

How to Watch on Traditional Television

If your DTH, cable or IPTV package carries the relevant Star Sports channels:

1. Check the Star Sports schedule

2. Look for US Open live coverage

3. Watch the featured matches through your existing TV package

📌 Linear television is not necessarily the best choice if your goal is to follow multiple courts simultaneously.

How to Watch via JioHotstar

JioHotstar offers several subscription tiers, with monthly, quarterly and annual options introduced in 2026.

For the US Open:

1. Open JioHotstar

2. Search for "US Open"

3. Check the live-event listing

4. Confirm whether your current subscription includes the required tennis stream

5. Select the live match or available court feed

India Time-Zone Tip

India is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York during the US Open:

💡 This means the US Open is actually quite watchable from India during the first session, while the New York night session can run through the early morning.

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament in India

If you do not have the required JioHotstar or television package:

• USOpen.org — live scores and highlights

• Star Sports social media

• JioHotstar free promotional content where available

• Official US Open social channels

🇲🇽 Latin America & Mexico

Official Latin American Rights

The USTA lists ESPN International as the official US Open partner for Latin America and the Caribbean, including Brazil, where coverage is also provided alongside SporTV .

How to Watch on Television

Depending on your country, the US Open may appear on:

• ESPN

• ESPN2

• Other ESPN-branded regional channels

• SporTV in Brazil

📌 The exact channel and feed can change from one country to another.

How to Watch Online

In many Latin American countries, ESPN sports programming is available through Disney+ , but the precise subscription structure differs by country.

📌 Instead of saying that every Latin American viewer must purchase a universal "Disney+ ESPN add-on," check the current Disney+ and ESPN offering for your specific country.

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament

There is no universal free full-court live stream throughout Latin America. Free alternatives include:

• USOpen.org

• ESPN Latin America social channels

• Disney+ / ESPN promotional highlights where available

• Official US Open social channels

🇳🇿 New Zealand

Official New Zealand Broadcast Rights

For New Zealand viewers, Sky Sport is the primary destination for US Open tennis coverage.

Typical viewing options include:

• Sky Sport television

• Sky Go for eligible subscribers

• Sky Sport Now for streaming customers

How to Watch with an Existing Sky Subscription

If you already have Sky Sport:

1. Open Sky Go

2. Sign in with your Sky account

3. Find the US Open schedule

4. Select the relevant live channel or feed

How to Watch Without a Traditional Sky TV Package

Sky Sport Now can be the more flexible option for viewers who do not want a long-term satellite or television package.

New Zealand Time-Zone Tip

New Zealand is significantly ahead of New York. During the US Open, Auckland is generally 16 hours ahead of New York:

💡 This makes the New York night session much easier to watch live in New Zealand than the day session!

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament

• USOpen.org

• Sky Sport highlights

• Official US Open social channels

• Sky Sport social media

🇯🇵 Japan

Japan deserves its own section because it has a long-standing US Open broadcast relationship.

The USTA confirms that WOWOW has held the exclusive US Open television rights in Japan since 1992, making it the tournament's longest-standing broadcast partner.

For Japanese viewers, check:

• WOWOW

• WOWOW's digital streaming services

• Official US Open Japanese-language coverage

📌 The exact 2026 schedule and digital availability should be checked with WOWOW closer to the tournament.

🇭🇰🇹🇼🇰🇷 Hong Kong, Taiwan & South Korea

The USTA lists separate regional partners for these markets:

⚠️ This is another reason not to treat "Asia" as one universal streaming territory. If you are travelling between Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea and Southeast Asia, your US Open streaming rights may change when your location changes.

🌍 MENA (Middle East & North Africa)

Official MENA Broadcast Rights

beIN Sports holds the exclusive US Open media rights in the Middle East and North Africa through 2027. The agreement includes both Arabic- and English-language coverage.

Television

US Open coverage can be carried on beIN Sports channels through:

• Satellite TV

• Pay-TV packages

• Authorized distributors

Streaming

Eligible viewers can use beIN CONNECT or the relevant beIN digital product available in their country.

How to Watch with an Existing beIN Subscription

1. Open beIN CONNECT

2. Sign in with your beIN account

3. Check the US Open schedule

4. Select the appropriate live channel

How to Watch Without Satellite TV

Check the current standalone digital packages available in your country. beIN's digital products and package availability can vary by territory, so always use the local beIN site before subscribing.

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament

• USOpen.org

• beIN Sports social media

• Official US Open social channels

• Free highlights and clips where offered

🌍 Sub-Saharan Africa

Official Sub-Saharan African Rights

The USTA lists SuperSport as the US Open broadcast partner in Sub-Saharan Africa.

For viewers in countries where SuperSport distributes the tournament, the main options are:

• SuperSport television channels

• DStv

• GOtv where available

• DStv Stream for eligible subscribers

📌 The exact package and channel can differ between countries.

How to Watch with DStv / GOtv

If your subscription includes the relevant SuperSport package:

1. Open DStv Stream or the applicable platform

2. Sign in

3. Find the US Open listing

4. Select the available live channel or stream

Free Ways to Follow the Tournament

There is no universal full free live US Open stream across Sub-Saharan Africa. Instead, use:

• USOpen.org

• SuperSport highlights

• DStv/SuperSport social channels

• Official US Open social media

📅 2026 US Open Key Dates

⚠️ The official 2026 schedule is important because several dates in older guides circulating online are incorrect.

🎾 2026 US Open Mixed Doubles Championship

The Mixed Doubles Championship is one of the biggest changes to the 2026 US Open schedule. The USTA is again using the reimagined mixed-doubles format introduced in 2025.

The 2026 competition includes:

• Mixed Doubles qualifying

• A 16-team main draw

• First-round and quarterfinal action

• Semifinals

• Final

Official schedule:

• August 24: Mixed Doubles qualifying

• August 25: Main-draw rounds

• August 26: Semifinals and final

✅ The USTA also confirms that the 2026 World Feed includes the Mixed Doubles Championship.

⭐ Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York

For many fans, the most nostalgic moment of Fan Week will be Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York.

The exhibition takes place on:

• 📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026

• 🏟️ Arthur Ashe Stadium

• 🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET

Federer will be joined by former US Open champions and tennis legends including Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi and John McEnroe.

⚠️ The USTA's global World Feed includes the exhibition among selected Fan Week events, but international broadcasters decide how and whether they schedule that feed locally. So if you specifically want to watch Federer, do not assume that your normal US Open channel will automatically carry the exhibition. Check the broadcaster schedule for your country.

🌍 2026 US Open Global Broadcast Quick Recap

🕐 2026 US Open Time-Zone Cheat Sheet

One of the biggest challenges for international fans is simply figuring out when the matches start. The US Open is played in New York on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) .

⚠️ These are session-start conversions, not guaranteed individual match start times. A match can begin later because of previous matches, weather or scheduling changes.

📺 How to Find the Best US Open Streaming Option

If you are not sure which service to choose, use this simple rule:

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When does the 2026 US Open start?

The overall 2026 US Open event begins on August 23, 2026, with Fan Week. The men's and women's singles main draw begins on Sunday, August 30.

When is the 2026 US Open final?

There are two singles finals:

• Women's Final: Saturday, September 12 at 4:00 PM EDT

• Men's Final: Sunday, September 13 at 2:00 PM EDT

Is the 2026 US Open available for free?

Yes, but not every match is available free everywhere. Examples include:

• ABC in the United States for selected coverage

• 9Now in Australia for selected Nine broadcasts

• Selected local free-to-air coverage in certain European markets

• Free scores and highlights worldwide on USOpen.org

⚠️ There is no universal free full-tournament live stream.

Can I watch the entire US Open online?

In many territories, yes — but the service depends on your country. Examples include:

• ESPN / ESPN Unlimited in the US

• TSN/RDS in Canada

• Sky Go/NOW in the UK

• Stan Sport in Australia

• Migu Video in Mainland China

• JioHotstar in India

• WOWOW in Japan

• beIN digital services in MENA

• SuperSport/DStv in Sub-Saharan Africa

⚠️ Rights differ by country, so never assume that a service available in one territory will carry the tournament in another.

Can I watch US Open qualifying?

Yes, but coverage varies significantly by country. The 2026 US Open qualifying tournament takes place during Fan Week, primarily from August 24–27. The USTA confirms that the qualifying tournament features 128 men and 128 women competing for the final 16 men's and 16 women's singles main-draw spots. Some broadcasters provide extensive qualifying coverage, while others focus primarily on the main draw.

Can I watch the Roger Federer exhibition?

The USTA confirms that the Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York exhibition takes place on August 25 and is included in the US Open's World Feed coverage of selected Fan Week events. However, your local broadcaster may or may not schedule that feed. If Federer is your main reason for watching, check the broadcaster's Fan Week schedule specifically.

Is ESPN+ still the right US Open subscription in the US?

Not exactly. ESPN has moved to the ESPN Select and ESPN Unlimited structure. ESPN Select primarily provides ESPN+ content, while ESPN Unlimited provides access to the wider ESPN network ecosystem. ESPN currently lists Unlimited at $29.99/month. For US Open coverage carried on ESPN's television networks, viewers should look at ESPN Unlimited or a qualifying TV-provider package rather than assuming an old ESPN+ subscription is sufficient.

Can I watch the US Open without cable?

Yes! The easiest options depend on where you live:

🚨 Why You Should Avoid Unofficial US Open Streams

Searching Google, Reddit, X, Telegram or other platforms for "US Open free stream" can quickly lead to unauthorized services. These websites frequently have:

💡 The biggest problem is reliability. A pirate stream might work for 10 minutes and disappear just as your favorite player reaches match point. Official services may cost more, but they offer far more reliable video, legal access and customer support.

🎾 Final Verdict: What's the Best Way to Watch the 2026 US Open?

The 2026 US Open is one of the most internationally accessible Grand Slam tournaments, but there is no single worldwide streaming service. The best service depends entirely on where you live.

💡 The most important thing to remember is that "free US Open live stream" does not mean the same thing everywhere. Some countries have free-to-air coverage, others have free highlights and scores only, and others require a full subscription.

So before August 30:

1. ✅ Check your local broadcaster

2. ✅ Confirm the correct subscription

3. ✅ Test your streaming device

4. ✅ Bookmark the official US Open schedule

Then settle in for two weeks of hard-court tennis, late-night drama, early-morning matches around the world, new champions, familiar rivals — and, during Fan Week, the special return of Roger Federer to New York.

🎾 Enjoy the 2026 US Open — wherever you are in the world! 🌎