The US Open, the final Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, kicks off on August 30 and runs through September 13, 2026. If you’re wondering when the tournament takes place, whether rising British star Jack Draper must battle through qualifying, or if fan‑favorite Emma Raducanu will be on the courts, this guide has all the answers and tells you exactly how to catch every match live on Sky Sports.
Sky Sports has secured exclusive live rights to the entire US Open, meaning that from Sunday, August 30, until the championship match on Sunday, September 13, the network will be the sole broadcaster of all action from Flushing Meadows. Whether you prefer the traditional linear channel (Sky Sports Tennis on channel 407) or the streaming options via Sky Sports+ (channel 410 for Sky Glass, 412 for Sky Q, and 416 for viewers in the Republic of Ireland), you’ll have uninterrupted access to every men’s and women’s singles match, all doubles events, mixed doubles, junior competitions, and wheelchair tennis.
A notable change for this edition is the return of mixed‑doubles qualifying. Top singles players such as Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka will join doubles specialists in a bid for the mixed‑doubles crown, adding an extra layer of excitement to the early days of the tournament. British talent will also be well represented across the draws, with players competing in singles, doubles, and wheelchair categories, giving home fans plenty of local stories to follow.
For those who do not have a Sky subscription, there is a flexible alternative: NOW Sports offers day‑or‑month‑long memberships that grant contract‑free streaming of Sky Sports Tennis and other live sport. This means you can watch the US Open on your phone, tablet, or computer without committing to a long‑term contract. In addition to live television coverage, Sky Sports provides a rich digital experience.
The Sky Sports app delivers real‑time text commentary, live scores, match reports, in‑depth analysis, feature articles, and video highlights. By navigating to the ‘Watch’ section within the app, you can access all Sky Sports+ live streams, including the US Open, directly from the event centre pages.
Here is a day‑by‑day schedule of the key matches you can expect: - Monday 24 August – Mixed‑doubles qualifying - Tuesday 25 August – Mixed‑doubles first and second rounds - Wednesday 26 August – Mixed‑doubles semi‑finals and final - Thursday 27 August – Men’s and women’s singles qualifying - Sunday 30 August – Opening round of men’s and women’s singles - Monday 31 August – Continuation of first‑round singles - Tuesday 1 September – First‑round singles continue - Wednesday 2 September – Second‑round singles begin - Thursday 3 September – Second‑round singles and women’s doubles first round - Friday 4 September – Third‑round singles and men’s & women’s doubles first round - Saturday 5 September – Third‑round singles, women’s doubles second round, men’s doubles first round - Sunday 6 September – Fourth‑round singles and men’s & women’s doubles second round - Monday 7 September – Fourth‑round singles, women’s doubles third round, men’s doubles second round - Tuesday 8 September – Quarter‑finals for singles, women’s doubles quarter‑finals, men’s doubles third round, wheelchair & quad doubles quarter‑finals - Wednesday 9 September – Quarter‑finals continue, women’s doubles semi‑finals, men’s doubles quarter‑finals, wheelchair & quad singles first round - Thursday 10 September – Women’s singles semi‑finals, men’s doubles semi‑finals, wheelchair & quad singles quarter‑finals, wheelchair & quad doubles semi‑finals - Friday 11 September – Women’s doubles final, men’s singles semi‑finals, men’s doubles semi‑finals, wheelchair & quad singles semi‑finals, wheelchair & quad doubles final - Saturday 12 September – Women’s singles final, men’s doubles final, wheelchair singles final - Sunday 13 September – Men’s singles final All day sessions start at 4 p.m. BST, while the evening sessions commence at midnight BST, giving viewers a mix of afternoon and late‑night tennis. Historical context adds intrigue to this year’s narrative. In the Open Era, Roger Federer, Pete Sampras and Jimmy Connors share the record for most men’s singles titles (five each).
Novak Djokovic, currently tied with Rafael Nadal and John McEnroe at four titles, will be aiming to equal and then surpass that mark as he pursues a potential 25th Grand Slam overall. On the women’s side, Serena Williams and Chris Evert hold the record with six titles each, followed by Steffi Graf (five) and Martina Navratilova (four).
Aryna Sabalenka hopes to become the first woman since Serena’s 2012‑14 streak to claim three consecutive US Open crowns, while Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are looking to add to their own impressive résumés. Injury news also shapes the field. The British No.
1 will miss the tournament after suffering a stress fracture in her right leg during the grass‑court season, forcing her out of Wimbledon and now the US Open. Emma Raducanu has endured a difficult year with recurring physical setbacks, limiting her preparation. Meanwhile, a promising young British player, Cameron Norrie, and emerging talent Arthur Fery will make their Flushing Meadows debuts after impressive runs at Wimbledon.
For fans who prefer a browser‑based experience, Sky recommends using Google Chrome for optimal video playback. Whether you are a die‑hard tennis aficionado or a casual viewer, the combination of live TV, streaming flexibility, comprehensive app coverage, and on‑demand highlights ensures you won’t miss a single point of the 2026 US Open. Tune in from August 30 onward, and enjoy the drama, athleticism, and historic moments that only a Grand Slam can deliver.