2026 Australian Open International TV & Streaming Schedule: Where to Watch Live Around the World
The 2026 Australian Open, running from January 12 to February 1, 2026, draws millions of tennis fans from every time zone. With qualifying beginning on January 12 and the finals wrapping up on February 1, the tournament’s global broadcast and streaming coverage is among the most expansive in sport.
Whether you’re watching from North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, or beyond, here’s your complete guide to international TV schedules and streaming options for every match of this year’s Australian Open.
Australia & Oceania: Live Free-to-Air + Streaming
In Australia, fans are well-served with extensive coverage of the Australian Open:
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Channel 9 & 9Gem (Free-to-Air): Daily live coverage of key matches, including day and night sessions. Channel 9 provides highlights, analysis shows, and match replays.
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9Now (Streaming): Offers live swing coverage of all courts, match points, and on-demand viewing across devices — all included with free access in Australia.
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Stan Sport: Premium subscription service delivers every match live and on demand in high quality, including centre court in 4K resolution.
Australian audiences have access to both free matches and full event streams, making this one of the most accessible regions for viewing the tournament.
United States: ESPN & Streaming Platforms
In the United States, the Australian Open broadcast rights are held by ESPN and related platforms:
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ESPN & ESPN2: Linear channels covering live match action, replays, and selected featured sessions.
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ESPN+: The primary home for full live coverage of all matches from Melbourne Park, including all rounds, multiple courts, and night sessions.
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Tennis Channel: Offers additional analysis, featured match replays, and extended highlights throughout the tournament.
Due to the significant time difference with Melbourne, many matches air early morning or overnight east of the Mississippi, making streaming the most convenient option for full coverage.
Canada: TSN & RDS
Canadian viewers generally watch the Australian Open through:
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TSN (English): Live coverage and match highlights throughout the tournament.
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RDS (French): French-language broadcasts with expert commentary and live match coverage across key sessions.
These channels provide broad main-draw coverage, complemented by online streaming options through their respective digital platforms.
Europe: Discovery, Eurosport & TNT Sports
Europe enjoys extensive Australian Open coverage through long-term broadcast agreements:
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Eurosport & discovery+: The primary pan-European broadcasters with rights through at least 2031. They stream every match live and provide multi-court switching, expert analysis, and highlights.
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In the UK & Ireland, TNT Sports often partners with discovery platforms to offer dedicated live streams and on-demand match access.
Fans can follow match play across all rounds, from qualifying to the men’s and women’s finals, on both linear and digital services.
Asia & Indian Subcontinent: Sony Sports Network + Regional Partners
Tennis fans across Asia and the Indian subcontinent can watch the 2026 Australian Open through:
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Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI): The exclusive broadcaster in India and surrounding regions, delivering full live coverage on TV and digital platforms across multiple languages and feeds.
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Other local networks (e.g., CCTV in China, NHK in Japan, beIN Sports in the Middle East) also offer broad access, depending on country and platform agreements.
This ensures that the sport’s biggest early-season event is fully viewable across one of the world’s most populous regions.
Africa & Middle East
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SuperSport: Broadcast partner for much of Sub-Saharan Africa, providing live matches and on-demand highlights via multiple channels.
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beIN Sports: Covers the Middle East and North Africa with high-quality live feeds and studio shows.
These services bring Australia’s summer tennis action straight into homes across the region.
Streaming & Digital Access (Global)
In addition to traditional TV broadcasts, several global digital services make it easy to watch the Australian Open live anywhere:
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AO Official Streaming: The tournament’s official app and website provide scores, BlueZone whip-around streams of key matches, and additional content for global audiences.
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Mobile Apps (ESPN+, discovery+, 9Now, SonyLiv, etc.): Deliver live match streams on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and laptops.
Streaming platforms often offer multi-court views, on-demand replays, schedules, and tournament alerts — ideal for viewers in multiple time zones.
Local Timing & Match Viewing Tips
Because Melbourne is ahead in time zones, viewers may see:
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Morning/Afternoon telecasts (local US/Europe time) for daytime play in Melbourne
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Overnight sessions for night matches on Rod Laver Arena in Australia
Check local listings for exact broadcast times, as channels and schedules vary by region. Mantis Sport
Final Notes
The 2026 Australian Open broadcast landscape continues to build on strong international partnerships, ensuring tennis fans everywhere can watch every serve, upset, and championship point live. With free-to-air access in some regions, premium streaming options in others, and multi-platform digital services globally, this year’s coverage offers flexibility and depth unlike ever before.
