Tennis Channels
Professional tennis is broadcast across ESPN, Tennis Channel, beIN Sports, and Eurosport in North America. ESPN holds rights to three of the four Grand Slams (Australian Open, Wimbledon, US Open), while Tennis Channel and NBC share the French Open. The ATP and WTA tours run nearly year-round from January through November, with matches played across six continents. This page covers every channel, the full Grand Slam schedule, and the 2026 tour calendar.
Key Takeaways
- ESPN carries 3 of 4 Grand Slams: Australian Open, Wimbledon, and US Open
- Tennis Channel and NBC share the French Open (Roland Garros)
- ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 events covered across ESPN and Tennis Channel
- beIN Sports and Eurosport provide additional European tournament coverage
- Tennis season runs January through November with matches on 6 continents
Tennis TV Landscape
Tennis broadcasting in North America is dominated by ESPN and Tennis Channel. Here is how broadcast rights are distributed across the major networks.
ESPN / ESPN2
Australian Open, Wimbledon, US Open, select ATP/WTA events
Primary Grand Slam broadcaster in the US. Comprehensive coverage from early rounds through finals.
Tennis Channel
French Open, ATP 250/500, WTA 500, daily programming
Dedicated tennis network with 24/7 coverage. Studio shows, analysis, classic matches, and live tournament feeds.
beIN Sports
Select ATP/WTA events, European tournaments
Carries additional tour events not shown on ESPN or Tennis Channel, particularly European clay and indoor events.
Eurosport
ATP/WTA European events, Roland Garros
European sports network with strong tennis coverage. Australian Open, French Open, and mid-tier ATP/WTA events.
Channels Included
Grand Slam Calendar
The four Grand Slam tournaments are the pinnacle of professional tennis. Each is a two-week event with 128-player draws in singles and additional doubles brackets.
Australian Open
Dates: Jan 19 - Feb 1, 2026
Surface: Hard Court (GreenSet)
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Network: ESPN / ESPN2
Typical air times: 7 PM - 7 AM ET (overnight)
French Open
Dates: May 24 - Jun 7, 2026
Surface: Clay (Terre Battue)
Location: Paris, France
Network: Tennis Channel / NBC
Typical air times: 5 AM - 1 PM ET
Wimbledon
Dates: Jun 29 - Jul 12, 2026
Surface: Grass
Location: London, England
Network: ESPN / ESPN2
Typical air times: 6 AM - 2 PM ET
US Open
Dates: Aug 31 - Sep 13, 2026
Surface: Hard Court (DecoTurf)
Location: New York, USA
Network: ESPN / ESPN2
Typical air times: 11 AM - 11 PM ET
ATP & WTA Tour Events
Outside the Grand Slams, the ATP and WTA tours feature tiered events throughout the year. Here are the top-tier tournaments.
ATP Masters 1000 (9 Events)
- Indian Wells (BNP Paribas Open) — March
- Miami Open — March/April
- Monte-Carlo Masters — April
- Madrid Open — May
- Italian Open (Rome) — May
- Canadian Open (Montreal/Toronto) — August
- Cincinnati Masters — August
- Shanghai Masters — October
- Paris Masters — October/November
WTA 1000 Events (10 Events)
- Indian Wells — March
- Miami Open — March/April
- Madrid Open — May
- Italian Open (Rome) — May
- Canadian Open — August
- Cincinnati Open — August
- Beijing Open — October
- Wuhan Open — October
- WTA Finals — November
- United Cup (Team Event) — January
2026 Tennis Calendar
Season starts with United Cup team event followed by first Grand Slam in Melbourne
Indian Wells and Miami back-to-back Masters events on hard courts
Monte-Carlo, Madrid, Rome Masters leading into French Open
Queens, Halle, and Eastbourne leading into Wimbledon
Wimbledon followed by transition to North American hard court season
Canadian Open, Cincinnati, then US Open through mid-September
Shanghai Masters, Beijing, other Asian events
Season-ending championships for top 8 players plus team events
Playing Surfaces Explained
Professional tennis is played on three primary surfaces, each favoring different playing styles. The tour moves between surfaces throughout the season.
Hard Court
Season: Jan-Mar, Aug-Nov
Grand Slam: Australian Open, US Open
The most common surface in professional tennis. Provides a medium-pace game with consistent bounces. Used at the majority of ATP/WTA events and two Grand Slams.
Clay Court
Season: Apr-Jun
Grand Slam: French Open (Roland Garros)
Slower surface that produces higher bounces and longer rallies. Favors baseline players with heavy topspin. The European spring clay season is a distinct part of the calendar.
Grass Court
Season: Jun-Jul
Grand Slam: Wimbledon
The fastest surface with low, unpredictable bounces. Favors serve-and-volley players. The grass season is the shortest, lasting approximately 4 weeks including Wimbledon.
Team Tennis Events
In addition to individual tournaments, tennis features several team competitions that bring a different dynamic to the sport.
Historic men's team competition dating back to 1900
Women's team competition (formerly Fed Cup)
Season-opening mixed team event in Australia
Exhibition-style event with Ryder Cup format
Tennis Viewing Tips
Tennis is broadcast from time zones around the world. Here are some tips to make the most of your tennis viewing experience.
Use the EPG for Time Zones
Our Electronic Program Guide shows all match times in your local timezone. Set reminders for early-morning European or overnight Australian Open sessions.
Multi-Court Coverage
Grand Slams feature matches on multiple courts simultaneously. With a Gold or Diamond plan, watch two or more courts at the same time during early rounds.
7-Day Catch-Up for Overnight Matches
If you miss a match played overnight (Australian Open, Asian events), use our 7-day catch-up feature to replay the full match the next morning.
Follow Both ATP & WTA
Most major tournaments feature both men's and women's draws simultaneously, especially at Grand Slams. Both tours air on the same channels.
IPTV vs Tennis Channel Plus
| Feature | IPTV US Canada | Tennis Channel Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Price | From $49.99/year | $109.99/year |
| Grand Slams (ESPN) | All 4 included | Not included (ESPN separate) |
| Tennis Channel | Included | Included |
| ATP/WTA Tour Events | All covered | Most covered |
| beIN Sports / Eurosport | Included | Not included |
| Other Sports | 20,000+ channels | Tennis only |
| 4K Quality | Yes | No (1080p max) |
| 7-Day Catch-Up | Yes | On-demand replays |
How to Watch Tennis
Choose Your Plan
Pick Silver (1 device), Gold (2 devices), or Diamond (4 devices). All plans include ESPN, Tennis Channel, beIN Sports, and Eurosport.
Install the App
Download your IPTV app on Fire Stick, Smart TV, Android, iOS, PC, or Mac. Setup takes under 5 minutes.
Find Tennis Channels
Open the Sports category and search for ESPN, Tennis Channel, beIN Sports, or Eurosport.
Watch Match Point
Tune in to any tournament in up to 4K Ultra HD. Check the EPG guide for match times across all timezones.
FAQ
Yes. All four Grand Slam tournaments are covered: Australian Open (ESPN), French Open (Tennis Channel/NBC), Wimbledon (ESPN), and US Open (ESPN). Every round from qualifiers through the finals.
Yes. Tennis Channel is included in all plans with live tournaments, studio analysis, classic match replays, and daily tennis news programming.
Yes. Grand Slam matches and select ATP/WTA events broadcast in 4K are available in Ultra HD quality through our service.
Yes. Full ATP and WTA tour coverage including all Masters 1000 events, ATP 500/250 tournaments, WTA 1000/500 events, and the ATP and WTA Finals.
Yes. Team tennis events including Davis Cup, Billie Jean King Cup, United Cup, and Laver Cup are covered through our channel lineup.
Match times vary by tournament location. Australian Open matches start around 7-11 PM ET (overnight). European events begin around 5-8 AM ET. US tournaments air in the afternoon and evening ET. All sessions are broadcast live.
Yes. Eurosport channels are included for additional coverage of ATP/WTA events, particularly European clay and indoor tournaments not heavily featured on US networks.
Yes. Our 7-day catch-up TV feature lets you replay any match from the past week. Tennis Channel also airs match replays and highlight packages daily.
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