US Open 2024: How to watch the tennis tournament today, where to stream for free, full TV schedule and more

Tennis fans, the final Grand Slam of the season is finally here. The 2024 US Open kicked off this week at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. This year's defending US Open champions are Coco Gauff and Novak Djokovik. Djokovic just won the gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics but is seeded No. 2. Jannik Sinner is seeded No. 1, Carlos Alcaraz is seeded No. 3. In the women's singles, Gauff is seeded No. 3 behind Iga Świątek (1) and Aryna Sabalenka (2). The tennis stars lead a field and play for a record $75 million, the highest prize money ever at the Open.

Today, Swiatek faces Rakhimova, Sinner faces McDonald, Osaka faces Ostapenko and Alcaraz faces Tu. Here is the full US Open schedule.

In 2024, US Open matches will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN2, with each game streamed on ESPN+. Here's how to catch all the hardcourt action during the 2024 US Open and stream the tennis Grand Slam in the USA, including channels, schedule, live stream information and how to watch the US Open for free today.

How to watch the US Open in the USA:

Date: 26 August – 8 September

Location: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, NYC

TV channels: ESPN

Streaming: ESPN+, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, VPN

When will the 2024 US Open take place?

The 2024 US Open tennis tournament officially runs from Monday, August 26th to Sunday, September 8th

What channel will the US Open be broadcast on?

ESPN will be the exclusive U.S. home of America's Grand Slam in 2024, ESPN+ will serve as the tournament's streaming home and broadcast every match that year. Coverage will also air on ESPN2, ESPN3 ABC and ESPN Deportes.

Before the matches begin, the Tennis Channel will also air a “Live at the US Open” show previewing the day. If you don't have cable, that's not a problem. To find out which streaming services you should sign up to to watch the US Open, you can check out the full 2024 US Grand Slam broadcast schedule below.

Here are our recommendations for the best ways to watch the 2024 US Open:

In addition to being broadcast on ESPN, US Open matches will be streamed live on ESPN+, so if you don't want to purchase an expensive cable or streaming package with ESPN, this is a budget-friendly alternative.

With an ESPN+ subscription, you also get access to exclusive ESPN+ content, including live events like UFC Fight Night and F1 racing, fantasy sports tools, and premium ESPN+ articles. You can stream ESPN+ via an app on your smart TV, phone, tablet, computer, and on ESPN.com.

$10.99/month at ESPN

Fubo TV's Elite package gives you access to ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, and the Tennis Channel, as well as over 200 other live channels. At $85 per month, the live TV streaming service is definitely the most expensive option on this list, but it still offers you great savings compared to a traditional cable package and is also one of our top recommendations for watching NFL games this season. So if you're a sports fan looking for a simple subscription, Fubo could be for you. Fubo subscribers also get 1000 hours of cloud DVR storage. The platform offers a free trial period, so you can stream the start of the US Open completely free of charge.

$85 at Fubo

Hulu's Live TV package includes access to live TV channels, ESPN+, and the ad-supported Disney+. This means you can watch the US Open on almost every channel in the US. Plus, you can tune in via ESPN+ and enjoy over 75 other channels. Plus, you'll have access to unlimited DVR storage.

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Here’s how you can watch the US Open tennis for free (more or less):

While ESPN is an expensive cable channel, US Open coverage is free in Australia (9Now) and New Zealand (TVNZ+). Even if you live in the US, you can access free US Open live stream coverage by using a VPN.

ExpressVPN offers “Internet without borders,” meaning you can watch live streams of the US Open from Australia or New Zealand this month instead of paying for US coverage of the tennis tournament on ESPN or ESPN+. All you need to do is sign up for ExpressVPN, change your server location to Australia or New Zealand, and then find the free US Open live streams on 9Now or TVNZ+.

ExpressVPN's extra protection, speed, and range of location options make it an excellent choice for VPN newbies looking to expand their streaming capabilities. Additionally, it's Engadget's top pick for the best streaming VPN. New users can save 49% when they sign up for a 12-month subscription to ExpressVPN. Plus, the service offers a 30-day money-back guarantee if you're hesitant about trying out a VPN.

$6.67 and more per month at ExpressVPN

What time do the US Open matches take place?

The day sessions begin at 11:00 a.m. ET. The night sessions begin at 7:00 p.m. ET, with the singles finals beginning at 4:00 p.m. ET.

Here's when US Open matches start, when you can start streaming, and which channels you need to watch all the tennis matches.

Monday, August 26

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

First round: 12:00 – 19:00 (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: First round Arthur Ashe Stadium: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: First round Louis Armstrong Stadium: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

First round (Spanish): 11:00 – 15:25, 19:00 – 23:00 (ESPN Deportes)

Tuesday, August 27

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

First round: 12:00 – 19:00 (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: First round Arthur Ashe Stadium: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN)

First round (Spanish): 11:00 – 12:55, 19:00 – 23:00 (ESPN Deportes)

Wednesday, August 28

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Second round: 12:00 – 19:00 (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: Second round Arthur Ashe Stadium: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: Second round Louis Armstrong Stadium: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

Second round (Spanish): 11:00 – 12:55, 19:00 – 23:00 (ESPN Deportes)

Thursday, August 29

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Second round: 12:00 – 18:00 (ESPN)

Second round: 6 – 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

Primetime at the US Open: Second round: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

Second round (Spanish): 11am – 5pm, 7pm – 11pm (ESPN Deportes)

Friday, August 30

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Third round: 12:00 – 18:00 (ESPN)

Third round: 6 – 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

Primetime at the US Open: Third round: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

Third round (Spanish): 17:30 – 23:00 (ESPN Deportes)

Saturday, August 31

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Third round: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (ESPN2)

Primetime at the US Open: Third round: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

Third round (Spanish): 17:30 – 23:00 (ESPN Deportes)

Sunday, September 1st

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Round of 16: 11am – 3pm (ESPN)

Round of 16: 3-6 p.m. (ABC)

Round of 16: 6 – 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

Primetime at the US Open: Round of 16: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

Round of 16 (Spanish): 17:30 – 19:00 (ESPN Deportes)

Monday, September 2

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Round of 16: 11am – 7pm (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: Round of 16: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN2)

Round of 16 (Spanish): 12pm – 11pm (ESPN Deportes)

Tuesday, September 3

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Men’s and women’s quarterfinals: 12pm – 6pm (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: Quarterfinals: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN)

Round of 16 (Spanish): 12pm – 5pm, 7pm – 11pm (ESPN Deportes)

Wednesday, September 4

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 9-11 a.m. (Tennis Channel)

All games, all places: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Men’s and women’s quarterfinals: 12pm – 6pm (ESPN)

Primetime at the US Open: Quarterfinals: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. (ESPN)

Round of 16 (Spanish): 12pm – 5pm, 7pm – 11pm (ESPN Deportes)

Thursday, September 5

All games, all places: 12pm – 11pm (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Mixed Doubles Championship*: 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (ESPN2)

Women’s singles semifinals: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (ESPN, ESPN Deportes)

Friday, September 6

Women’s Doubles Championship*: 12pm – 2pm (ESPN2)

All games, all places: 12pm – 11pm (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Men's Singles, Semifinal No. 1: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (ESPN, ESPN Deportes)

Men's Singles, Semifinal No. 2: 7-10 p.m. (ESPN / ESPN Deportes)

Saturday, September 7

Men’s Doubles Championship: 12pm – 2pm (ESPN3)

All games, all places: 12pm – 11pm (ESPN3 & ESPN+)

Preview show for the women's final: 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (ESPN Deportes)

Women’s Singles Championship: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (ESPN, ESPN Deportes)

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 7-8 p.m. (Tennis Channel)

Sunday, September 8

Preview show for the men’s final: 13:00 – 14:00 (ABC)

Preview show for the men’s final: 1:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. (ESPN Deportes)

Men's Singles Championship: 2:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. (ABC/ESPN Deportes)

Tennis Channel live at the US Open: 7 – 8 p.m. (Tennis Channel)

Men's singles final (encore): 8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. (ESPN2)

All the ways to stream the 2024 US Open: