The short version: The Cincinnati Open is available to live stream on the Tennis Channel (available via live TV services) in the US, Sky TV in the UK, and for free on BlastTV in the Philippines. You can access your streaming options from anywhere with the help of a VPN. The North American hardcourt season
The North American hardcourt season continues with the last 1000-level Masters stop before the US Open. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about where to watch the Cincinnati Open, including live streaming options around the world.
If you don’t want to scroll any further, we’ve got you covered. Fans can live stream the tournament on the Tennis Channel in the US, Sky Sports in the UK, beIN Sports in Australia, and BlastTV in the Philippines. Keep reading to learn the best streaming options and other important details about the Cincinnati Open.
While it originally looked like Carlos Alcaraz might be back for the Cincinnati Open, the defending champion sat out this year’s tournament. No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who lost to Alcaraz in the final last year, also withdrew ahead of the tournament. Flavio Cobolli and Arthur Fils have advanced to the first men’s semifinal.
Iga Świątek, the defending women’s champion, will head to the semifinals, fresh off a win at the Canadian Open last week. She’ll face Jessica Pegula. Coco Gauff and Marta Kostyuk are both vying for the next semi spot, which will be against a top-form Sara Bejlek, who took out Madison Keys, No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, and Ekaterina Alexandrova earlier in the tournament.
Where to watch the Cincinnati Open for free
Certain regions offer free coverage of the Cincinnati Open. In the Philippines, BlastTV carries free coverage of select men’s and women’s matches on Premier Sports and Premier Sports 2. Fans just need to create an account, and then they’re all set to start streaming. BlastTV will naturally prioritize Alexandra Eala matches, too.
In the US, tennis fanatics can stream for free, for at least a few days, with a free trial from a live TV service, such as YouTube TV or Fubo.
How to watch the Cincinnati Open from anywhere
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Where to watch the Cincinnati Open in the US
Cincinnati Open coverage is available through the Tennis Channel in the US. Fans can watch directly through a Tennis Channel subscription or via a live TV streaming service, which carries other channels, including those needed to watch the US Open in a couple of weeks.
Two of the top services with the Tennis Channel are Fubo and YouTube TV. The channel is available in Fubo’s budget-friendly Sports + News plan, which carries around 29 popular sports networks. The service also unlocks access to ESPN Unlimited (which will carry the entire US Open) at no extra cost. Subscriptions cost $65 a month, but new users can get $10 off their first month after a free trial. The Tennis Channel is also available in Fubo’s pricier, more comprehensive tiers.
Fubo Sports + News
The new Fubo Sports + News pack is only available in select areas. It combines 20+ major sports channels (including the new ESPN Unlimited) and select local networks (ABC, CBS, and FOX).
YouTube TV is another popular live TV service. To access the Tennis Channel, you’ll need to get a base plan along with the Sports Plus add-on, which costs an extra $11 a month. YouTube TV’s main plan is currently running a special deal, which will knock your first five months down to just $68 a month (down $15 from the standard $83 a month). New users are also eligible for a free trial.
YouTube TV Main Plan
YouTube TV’s main plan carries over 100 channels, ranging from local networks to cable favorites.
Where to watch the Cincinnati Open in the UK
Sky Sports will carry Cincinnati Open coverage in the UK. You can watch via a Sky TV plan, which varies in price based on your exact contract (you can learn more in our best Sky TV deals guide). Sky Sports coverage is also available to stream through Now, which offers access starting at £15 a day.
Where to watch the Cincinnati Open in the Philippines
With the rise of WTA star Alex Eala, the Philippines has begun to offer an impressive slew of free coverage via BlastTV. Select WTA and ATP matches are available for free through Premier Sports and Premier Sports 2. You’ll just need to create an account if you don’t already have one, and then you’re all set to start watching the tournament.
Where is the Cincinnati Open held?
The Cincinnati Open is held at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio. The tournament has taken place at the same location for over 40 years.
When is the next major tennis tournament?
This is the last major event before the US Open, which starts on August 30 (August 23 for qualifying) and marks the final Grand Slam of the year. An ATP 250 event, Winston-Salem, and a WTA 500 event, Abierto GNP Seguros, will take place between the Cincinnati Open and the US Open.
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