You can watch U.S. Open tennis on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2. Our guide covers which providers have these channels, so you’re ready for every game, set, and match.
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By Chantel Buchi
Edited By Taylor Kujawa
The final Grand Slam of 2024 is upon us! The U.S. Open Championships kick off on Monday, August 26, and wrap up with the men’s final on Sunday, September 8.
If you can’t make it to Queens, New York, to watch this hardcourt tournament, you can catch all matches on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. Our favorite service for the U.S. Open this year is Hulu + Live TV, but we’ll get more into TV providers, channels, and free ways to watch the U.S. Open below.
Meet the author. Chantel Buchi has seven years of experience covering sports in marketing and for Fansided, NFL Network, and the AAF. Not only did she grow up watching football with her Dad, but Rodger Federer matches were also a must-watch.
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What channels are the tennis U.S. Open on?
You can watch the U.S. Open Championships on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 or stream all matches on ESPN+. Additional coverage will be available on ESPN3 and ESPNews, while ESPN Deportes will air select matches with Spanish-language commentary.
Pro tip: Tennis Channel will air U.S. Open coverage on select mornings and evenings during the competition. While the channel won’t show live matches, it’ll still deliver highlights, expert opinions, and daily news.
2024 tennis U.S. Open Championships schedule
This year’s U.S. Open Championships begins on Monday, August 26, and ends on Sunday, September 8. The quarterfinals for singles and doubles start September 3, the Semifinals on September 5, and the Finals on September 6–8.
And if you’d like to watch the U.S. Open qualifying tournament from Monday, August 19, to Thursday, August 22, you can stream all matches on ESPN+. If you’re not a streamer, you can watch live qualifying coverage on ESPN2 and ESPNews.
You can find the complete U.S. Open event schedule in the table below. Check out the U.S. Open’s official Tournament Schedule page to see when Naomi Osaka or Novak Djokovic take the court.
| Event | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Open Qualifying | Monday, Aug. 19 | 1:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| U.S. Open Qualifying | Tuesday, Aug. 20 | 1:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| U.S. Open Qualifying | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 1:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| U.S. Open Qualifying | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 1:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| Singles First Round | Monday, Aug. 26 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Singles First Round | Tuesday, Aug. 27 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Second Round | Wednesday, Aug. 28 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Second Round | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Third Round | Friday, Aug. 30 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Third Round | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Round of 16 | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Round of 16 | Monday, Sept. 2 | 1:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Quarterfinals | Tuesday, Sept. 3 | 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Quarterfinals | Wednesday, Sept. 4 | 1:00 p.m., 2:00, and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Mixed or Women’s Doubles Final, Women’s Semifinals | Thursday, Sept. 5 | 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Mixed or Women’s Doubles Final, Men’s Semifinals | Friday, Sept. 6 | 2:00 p.m., 5:00, and 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Men’s Doubles Final, Women’s Final | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
| Men’s Final | Sunday, Sept. 8 | 4:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, ESPN+ |
Data effective as of post date.
Which TV providers carry the tennis U.S. Open Championships?
The TV providers that carry ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 for watching the U.S. Open tournaments are Cox, DIRECTV, DIRECTV STREAM, DISH, Fubo, Hulu Live, Optimum, Sling TV, Comcast Xfinity, and YouTube TV.
YouTube TV is our favorite overall live TV streaming service. Fubo gives you a free seven-day trial, and Sling TV is the cheapest option for ESPN coverage. But for tennis fans, Hulu Live is the best live TV streaming pick. It comes with Disney+ and ESPN+, which lets you stream all U.S. Open matches. Accessing ESPN+ within Hulu makes it easy toggle between ESPN and ESPN+ depending on what’s showing your favorite player.
Best TV providers for watching the U.S. Open
| Provider | Price | ABC | ESPN | ESPN2 | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | $61.00–$152.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Check Availability Please enter a valid zip code. View Plans forCox Available in Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $69.99–$159.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV STREAM | $69.99–$149.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read DIRECTV STREAM review |
| DISH | $84.99–$114.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $32.99–$99.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $76.99–$89.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $35.00–$125.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read Optimum review |
| Sling TV | $40.00–$55.00/mo. | ✔* | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read Sling TV review |
| Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Check Availability Please enter a valid zip code. View Plans forXfinity Available in Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $72.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View plans Read YouTube TV review |
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*Available only in select markets. Without ABC, Sling TV subscribers can watch ESPN on ABC broadcasts via ESPN3.
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With some U.S. Open coverage on ABC, you can tune in for free with an over-the-air (OTA) antenna—a one-time purchase of $20–$60. If you want to avoid going that route, try a free Fubo streaming trial. Keep in mind that the trial will only last seven days, not the entire tournament.
Pro tip: You can verify the OTA channels in your area by entering your zip code in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Reception Map Tool.
How to watch the U.S. Open Championships FAQ
You can’t stream the U.S. Open on Prime Video, but you can on ESPN+, which allows you to stream every match live and on demand.
You can stream the U.S. Open on YouTube TV, which has the three channels airing tournaments: ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2.
You can stream the U.S. Open Championships on ESPN+, DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
You can’t stream the U.S. Open tennis on Peaco*ck or any other on-demand streaming service besides ESPN+. But Peaco*ck streams U.S. Open golf and Olympic tennis.
Why you should trust us
Our sports experts researched and tested the best ways to watch the U.S. Open Championships. We analyzed the linear TV networks and digital platforms showing the tournament and compared coverage across popular TV providers. We examined each service’s channel offerings, pricing, and ease of use before determining our viewing recommendations.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
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