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How To Watch US Open Tennis: Best Options for 2024

Enjoy the final tennis Grand Slam of the year – without a pricey cable subscription.

Tennis: US Open
Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Sports

For tennis fans, the US Open is one of the most highly-anticipated tournaments of the year. As the fourth and final Grand Slam of the 2024 season, the tournament will take place in Queens, New York, from Monday, August 28 to Sunday, September 10. There are plenty of ways to catch all of the action – even if you don’t have a traditional cable subscription. Keep reading to learn how live TV streaming allows you to watch the 2024 US Open without cable.

Where to watch the US Open

You can catch the key matches at the US Open on ESPN and ESPN2, which are available on streaming services like DIRECTV STREAM, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV. You can also get commentary and analysis on the Tennis Channel and view some early-round, doubles, and wheelchair matches on ESPN Plus.

Streaming ServiceCost per monthChannels Free trial
DIRECTV STREAM$79.99+75+Yes
Fubo$79.99+163+Yes
Hulu + Live TV$76.99+90+No
Sling TV$40+31+No
YouTube TV$72.99+100+Yes

How to watch US Open Tennis on DIRECTV STREAM

Starting at $79.99 per month, DIRECTV STREAM offers four packages, with ESPN and ESPN2 available on each of them. As a subscriber, you’ll get access to 75+ live channels, as well as on-demand content. It has a diverse mix of channels, including sports and entertainment networks, and a free trial offer.

In addition to ESPN and ESPN2, DIRECTV STREAM customers can watch the Tennis Channel on any of the service’s three highest-tier packages. These packages also include access to Fox Sports 1 (FS1), Fox Sports 2 (FS2), and NBA TV.

How to watch US Open Tennis on Fubo

There are three Fubo plans – Pro, Elite, and Premier – which begin at $74.99 per month. This service offers the most channels of any streaming platform on this list, and all plans include a plethora of sports channels, such as ESPN, ESPN2, beIN Sports, FS1, and NFL Network. Not sure if FuboTis right for you? You can test out the service with a free trial.

Aside from sports, Fubo subscribers can watch local TV stations, as well as news, lifestyle, and entertainment content – both live and on-demand.

How to watch US Open Tennis on Hulu + Live TV

Hulu may be known for its original programming, but its Hulu + Live TV offering is also a great way to watch live sports – including the 2024 US Open. There’s one plan available from this service, which costs $76.99 per month. It comes with ESPN and ESPN2, as well as other sports channels like CBS Sports Network, FS1, and FS2. At the moment, there is no free trial of Hulu + Live TV.

Hulu + Live TV is also the only streaming provider with ESPN Plus included. Otherwise, you’d have to sign up for it separately.

How to watch US Open Tennis on Sling TV

While Sling TV sells three plans (Sling Orange, Sling Blue, and Sling Orange + Blue), only Sling Orange and Sling Orange + Blue include ESPN and ESPN2. Plans start at $40 per month and include 31+ channels, which is ideal if you’re watching your wallet but still want to enjoy live sports and entertainment. Sling TV doesn’t have a free trial, but it offers a free limited version of its service.

Love sports? With Sling Orange + Blue, you can also watch ESPN3, Fox, FS1, MotorTrend, and NFL Network.

How to watch US Open Tennis on YouTube TV

YouTube TV, like Hulu + Live TV, only offers one plan. It costs $72.99 per month and comes with more than 100 channels, including ESPN and ESPN2 – your must-have networks to watch the 2024 US Open. As a YouTube TV subscriber, you’ll get your local channels (including ABC, CBS, and NBC), as well as live and on-demand news, sports, and movies. You can explore all of this programming with a free YouTubeTV trial.

In terms of sports channels, YouTube TV has some of the most popular ones, such as CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, Golf Channel, and NBC Sports.

US Open schedule 2024

Monday, August 28 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 1st Round

Monday, August 28 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 1st Round

Tuesday, August 29 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 1st Round

Tuesday, August 29 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 1st Round

Wednesday, August 30 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 2nd Round

Wednesday, August 30 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 2nd Round

Thursday, August 31 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 2nd Round

Thursday, August 31 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 2nd Round

Friday, September 1 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 3rd Round

Friday, September 1 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 3rd Round

Saturday, September 2 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 3rd Round

Saturday, September 2 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Singles 3rd Round

Sunday, September 3 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Round of 16

Sunday, September 3 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Round of 16

Monday, September 4 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Round of 16

Monday, September 4 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Round of 16

Tuesday, September 5 @ 9:30 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Quarterfinals

Tuesday, September 5 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Quarterfinals

Wednesday, September 6 @ 9:30 a.m – Women’s Doubles Quarterfinals, Men’s & Women’s Quarterfinals

Wednesday, September 6 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s & Women’s Quarterfinals

Thursday, September 7 @ 11:00 a.m – Men’s Doubles Semifinals, Women’s Semifinals

Friday, September 8 @ 11:00 a.m – Men’s Doubles Final (or Mixed Doubles Final), Men’s Semifinals

Friday, September 8 @ 6:00 p.m – Men’s Semifinals

Saturday, September 9 @ 11:00 a.m – Mixed Doubles Final (or Men’s Doubles Final), Women’s Final

Sunday, September 10 @ 11:00 a.m – Men’s & Women’s Wheelchair Singles Final, Women’s Doubles Final, Men’s Final

*All of the times are Eastern.

Game, set, match

With one of these streaming services, it’s easy to watch this year’s US Open – no cable subscription required. All of them are contract-free, so you can cancel at any time. Plus, most of them offer free trials, so you can test the service without committing to it.

If you’re hoping to watch as much of the tournament as possible, Hulu + Live TV will probably be your best bet since it includes ESPN Plus in addition to ESPN and ESPN2.

FAQ

Is the US Open streaming on Amazon Prime?

The US Open does not stream on Amazon Prime in the United States. However, if you live in the UK or Ireland, you can stream the tournament on Amazon Prime.

Can I watch the US Open on YouTube?

You can’t watch the US Open on YouTube. However, you can watch it on YouTube TV, either with a free trial or paid subscription.

Can I watch the US Open for free?

With a free trial of DIRECTV STREAM, FuboTV, or YouTube TV, you may be able to watch the US Open for free. However, the trials only last a week or less, so you can’t watch the entire tournament for free.

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