Wimbledon, also known as The Championships, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and widely considered to be the most coveted open trophy. The best tennis players in the world arrive in London for two weeks every summer to eat strawberries and cream and play on the infamous grass courts.
On the men’s side this year, all eyes are on Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, with the favor going to Sinner as the latter Wimbledon champ just underwent knee surgery in June. Aryna Sabalenka currently tops the women’s list of favorites but you can’t count out fan-favorite Coco Gauff or French Open champ Iga Swiatek either.
Favorites are not important if you don’t know how to watch the games, though. Below you can find a complete guide on how to watch Wimbledon with top sports streaming services.
Where to watch Wimbledon
To watch Wimbledon, you are going to want to make sure that whatever service you have includes ESPN. It is the main broadcast home of the Championships this year, along with ESPN2, the Tennis Channel, and ABC.
| DIRECTV STREAM | Fubo | Hulu + Live TV | Sling TV | YouTube TV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABC | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔* | ✔ |
| ESPN | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| ESPN 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tennis Channel | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Watch on DIRECTV STREAM
- Suggested Plan: Choice
- Price: $108.99 per month
- Free Trial: Yes, 5 days
- Channels Included: 125+
DIRECTV STREAM will give you every channel that you need to watch Wimbledon and then some. We recommend getting the Choice package because it also includes The Tennis Channel, which will give you extra replays of big matches, commentary, and tournament analysis. If you don’t need the extra tennis, you can still get the other channels broadcasting Wimbledon in the Entertainment package. However, if tennis isn’t the only sport you want to watch, the Choice package and above also gives you ESPNU, NBC Golf, MLB Network, and more.
DIRECTV STREAM packages also include unlimited Cloud DVR recordings, regional sports networks, and a three-month free trial of premium channels like SHOWTIME, STARZ, and MGM Plus.
Watch on Fubo
- Suggested Plan: Pro + Sports Lite Add-on
- Price: $90 per month
- Free Trial: Yes, 7 days
- Channels Included: 190+
Fubo is another great option for watching Wimbledon. The Pro package will give you ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 for watching the majority of the tournament and includes T2, the live tennis channel. If you add the Sports Lite add-on for $9.99 per month, you’ll also have the Tennis Channel, NBA TV, MLB Network, and NHL Network, just to name a few.
Like DIRECTV STREAM, all Fubo plans include unlimited hours of Cloud DVR storage. Fubo will also let you watch across 10 different screens at home. The Pro plan also includes additional sports channels like FS1, NFL Network, beIN sports and CBS Sports Network, even when Wimbledon is over, you’ll continue to have great sports coverage across multiple sports.
Watch on Hulu + Live TV
- Suggested Plan: Hulu + Live TV
- Price: $76.99 per month
- Free Trial: Yes, 3 days
- Channels Included: 115+
Hulu + Live TV is a top option for watching Wimbledon because the Hulu + Live TV Bundle also includes ESPN Plus, which allows you to watch qualifying matches and get extra behind-the-scenes content from the Championships. The Hulu + Live TV Bundle not only includes ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 for watching the tournament, but you’ll also get ESPNEWS, ESPNU, FS1, FS2, MLB Network, NFL Network, and more for your other sports needs throughout the year.
The Disney Bundle also gives you access to the Hulu and Disney Plus streaming libraries, which provide great entertainment options for the entire family. You’ll also get unlimited Cloud DVR storage and the ability to watch on unlimited screens.
Watch on Sling
- Suggested Plan: Sling Orange & Blue + Sports Extra Add-on
- Price: $66 per month
- Free Trial: No
- Channels Included: 58+
Sling is one of the most affordable options for watching Wimbledon. You will need the Sling Orange & Blue plan and make sure that Sling carries the ABC affiliate in your area before signing up. (Just enter your zip code on the homepage before signing up to find out.) If they do carry ABC in your viewing area, then you’ll get ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN3 in the deal. If you add on the Sports Extra add-on then you can also check out the Tennis Channel, NFL Network, MLB Network, and more.
The Sling Orange & Blue plan also includes 50 hours of DVR storage and the ability to watch on up to four devices simultaneously. While Sling does not offer a free trial, you can get 50 percent off on your first month, which is incredible savings.
Watch on YouTube TV
- Suggested Plan: Base Plan
- Price: $72.99 per month
- Free Trial: Yes, 7 days
- Channels Included: 100+
Wimbledon is also available to watch on YouTube TV. The service’s lowest-tier Base Plan provides the channels you need, including 100+ live channels, unlimited DVR space, and the Key Plays View special feature. You can add six household accounts and stream on up to three devices simultaneously.
Along with ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 which you need to watch Wimbledon matches, YouTube TV’s Base Plan also includes ESPNU, ESPNEWS, FS1, FS2, SEC Network, T2, NFL Network, NBA TV, and more. You can also add the Sports Plus add-on for $10 per month, and that will give you 13 additional sports channels, including Tennis Channel, NFL Red Zone, and beIN Sports.
Watch on ESPN Plus
- Suggested Plan: Disney Bundle Trio Basic
- Price: $14.99 per month
- Free Trial: No
- Channels Included: ESPN
ESPN Plus allows you to live stream ESPN as well as watch replays and exclusive content on the ESPN app and supported devices so you can watch Wimbledon on the go or wherever is most convenient for you.
An ESPN Plus subscription will also allow you to watch a lot of Wimbledon matches, including the final matches. You can sign up for just ESPN Plus for $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year, but the best plan for your money is the Disney Bundle Trio Basic Plan. For just $4 more than the monthly ESPN Plus plan, you’ll also get Disney Plus and Hulu with ads, which gives you two massive streaming libraries to meet your entertainment needs.
Wimbledon schedule 2024
- Monday, July 1 @ 6 a.m. on ESPN: Singles First Round
- Tuesday, July 2 @ 6 a.m. on ESPN: Singles First Round
- Wednesday, July 3 @ 6 a.m. on ESPN: Second Round
- Thursday, July 4 @ 6 a.m. ESPN: Second Round
- Friday, July 5 @ 6 a.m. ESPN: Third Round
- Saturday, July 6 @ 7 a.m. ESPN and ABC: Third Round
- Sunday, July 7 @ 7 a.m. on ESPN and ABC: Fourth Round
- Monday, July 8 @ 6 a.m. on ESPN2 and ESPN: Fourth Round
- Tuesday, July 9 @ 8 a.m. on ESPN2 and ESPN: Quarter Finals
- Wednesday, July 10 @ 8 a.m. on ESPN and ESPN2: Quarter Finals
- Thursday, July 11 @ 7 a.m. on ESPN: Women’s Semifinals, Mix Doubles Final
- Friday, July 12 @ 7 a.m. on ESPN: Men’s Semifinals
- Saturday, July 13 @ 8 a.m. on ESPN and ABC: Women’s Final
- Sunday, July 14 @ 8 a.m. on ESPN and ABC: Men’s Final
FAQ
Can you watch Wimbledon for free?
You can make use of the services that provide free trials, but none of the services have a free trial that will last the entirety of the tournament.
Is Wimbledon on ESPN or ESPN Plus?
A lot of the Wimbledon tournament will be on ESPN with replays and highlights on ESPN Plus. Several matches will also be broadcast on ESPN2.
Can you watch Wimbledon on YouTube?
You can watch Wimbledon highlights and select replays on the Wimbledon YouTube channel, but to watch full matches you will need a YouTube TV or another subscription service.
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