US Open Tennis 2026: Australian TV, Start Time, Schedule, Live Stream
The US Open Tennis 2026 Australia broadcast runs on Stan Sport, Channel 9, 9Gem and 9Now. New York sits 14 hours behind eastern Australia, so day sessions land at 1:00 am AEST and the marquee night matches start at a very civil 9:00 am AEST.
The final Grand Slam of the year finishes on Sunday September 13 at Flushing Meadows. Week two is where the draw tightens, with the round of 16, both singles semifinals and the two finals still to play.
This guide gives you the AEST start times, the remaining schedule, what costs money, and what you can watch for nothing.
US Open Tennis 2026 Australia Start Times (AEST)
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Hobart sit 14 hours ahead, so an 11:00 am start in New York is 1:00 am the next morning here.
- Day sessions, all courts: 11:00 am ET, which is 1:00 am AEST next day
- Quarterfinal day sessions: 11:30 am ET, which is 1:30 am AEST
- Arthur Ashe Stadium night session: 7:00 pm ET, which is 9:00 am AEST
Adjust for your state. Adelaide and Darwin run 30 minutes behind AEST. Perth is 2 hours behind, which turns the men’s final into a 2:00 am start. No Australian state moves to daylight saving before October, so AEST holds for the rest of the tournament.
Remaining Schedule in Australian Time
| Round | New York start (ET) | Day session (AEST) | Night session (AEST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round of 16 | Sun Sep 6 and Mon Sep 7, 11:00 am and 7:00 pm | 1:00 am, Mon Sep 7 and Tue Sep 8 | 9:00 am, Mon Sep 7 and Tue Sep 8 |
| Quarterfinals, day 1 | Tue Sep 8, 11:30 am and 7:00 pm | 1:30 am, Wed Sep 9 | 9:00 am, Wed Sep 9 |
| Quarterfinals, day 2 | Wed Sep 9, 11:30 am and 7:30 pm | 1:30 am, Thu Sep 10 | 9:30 am, Thu Sep 10 |
| Women’s semifinals | Thu Sep 10, 7:00 pm | No day session | 9:00 am, Fri Sep 11 |
| Men’s semifinals | Fri Sep 11, 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm | 5:00 am, Sat Sep 12 | 9:00 am, Sat Sep 12 |
| Women’s final | Sat Sep 12, 4:00 pm | 6:00 am, Sun Sep 13 | Single match |
| Men’s final | Sun Sep 13, 2:00 pm | 4:00 am, Mon Sep 14 | Single match |
Only the first match on each court has a fixed start. Everything after it follows on, so one five set marathon can push a later match back by hours.
Check the daily order of play before you set an alarm, and the live scores if a session is already under way.
Where to Watch US Open Tennis 2026 Australia Coverage
Nine Entertainment holds the Australian rights to all four Grand Slams, the US Open included. Coverage splits three ways.
- Stan Sport: every match from every court, live with no ad breaks during play, plus on demand replays and 4K on the show courts.
- Channel 9 and 9Gem: free to air television coverage of selected marquee matches.
- 9Now: the same free to air matches streamed at no cost with a registered account.
All three work on smart TVs, phones, tablets and laptops, plus Apple TV, Chromecast, Telstra TV, PlayStation and Xbox. For a wider look at every legal option, see our US Open live stream guide.
Stan Sport Plans and Prices
Stan Sport is an add on, not a standalone service. You need a Stan base plan plus the AU$20 a month Sport add on, which costs the same on every tier. Stan restructured its plans in August 2026, so the entry price moved.
| Stan plan | Base price | Quality and screens | Total with Stan Sport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic with Ads | AU$9.99 | HD, 1 screen | AU$29.99 |
| Standard | AU$17.99 | HD, 2 screens | AU$37.99 |
| Premium | AU$23.99 | 4K, 4 screens | AU$43.99 |
Roughly AU$30 a month is the cheapest way in. Only Premium unlocks 4K. There is no free trial on either the base plan or the Sport add on, billing starts straight away, and there is no lock in contract, so you can cancel once the men’s final is done. Confirm current pricing on the Stan site before you subscribe.
The real advantage here is on demand replays. If a quarterfinal starts at 1:30 am, sleep through it and watch the full match after breakfast. Stan also carries every outside court, which is where most upsets happen.
Can You Watch the US Open Free in Australia?
Yes, in part. Nine shows selected matches on Channel 9 and 9Gem, and streams the same coverage on 9Now at no cost. You only need a free account with an Australian postcode.
The trade off is match choice. Nine picks the headline matches, usually top seeds or an Australian, so most outside court tennis never makes it. Expect ad breaks between games and no full match archive afterwards.
Stan Sport vs 9Now: Quick Comparison
| Feature | Stan Sport | 9Now |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | From AU$29.99 a month | Free |
| Match access | Every court, every match | Selected matches |
| Replays on demand | Yes | Highlights only |
| Picture quality | HD and 4K | HD |
| Ads during play | No | Yes, between games |
| Account needed | Stan plan plus Sport add on | Free registration |
| Best for | Following the full draw | Finals and big names |
If you only want the semifinals and finals, 9Now covers you. If you follow one player through the draw, or watch doubles and outside courts, Stan Sport is the only service that delivers.
Australian Interest at Flushing Meadows
Australia sent its largest US Open contingent in years, and the story of week one was wildcard Dane Sweeny. Ranked No. 123, the Queenslander beat 13th seed Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-2 to reach his first Grand Slam third round.
Sweeny meets 21st seed Luciano Darderi next, third on Court 5 in a session that begins at 1:00 am AEST. Sixth seed Alex de Minaur went out 6-4, 7-5, 6-2 to Botic van de Zandschulp, and Alexei Popyrin and Tristan Schoolkate also fell in week one. In the doubles, Ellen Perez and Storm Hunter both won their openers as seeded pairs. Track every scoreline on our US Open results page.
Tips for Watching Overnight From Australia
- Target the 9:00 am sessions. Arthur Ashe night matches land mid morning here, the easiest live tennis of the day.
- Save 1:00 am starts for replays. Mute tennis alerts overnight, then watch on Stan Sport without spoilers.
- Check the order of play the day before. It drops on the evening in New York, which is late morning AEST, so you get most of a day’s notice.
- Allow a buffer. A match listed second on court can start two or three hours late.
- Pick your nights. The best tennis comes from the round of 16 onward, so save your late nights for week two.
FAQs: US Open 2026 in Australia
What time does the US Open 2026 start in Australia?
Day sessions start at 11:00 am ET, which is 1:00 am AEST the next morning. Quarterfinal days begin 30 minutes later. Arthur Ashe night sessions start at 7:00 pm ET, or 9:00 am AEST.
What channel is the US Open on in Australia?
Nine Entertainment holds the rights. Selected matches air free on Channel 9 and 9Gem, while Stan Sport streams every match from every court.
Can I watch the US Open 2026 free in Australia?
Yes. 9Now streams the free to air matches at no cost with a registered account and an Australian postcode. It carries selected marquee matches only, not the full draw.
How much does Stan Sport cost in 2026?
The Sport add on is AU$20 a month on every tier. With Stan Basic with Ads at AU$9.99, the cheapest total is AU$29.99 a month. Premium with 4K comes to AU$43.99.
Is there a Stan Sport free trial?
No. Stan dropped its free trials, so billing starts as soon as you subscribe. There is no lock in contract, so you can cancel after the men’s final.
What time is the US Open men’s final in Australia?
The men’s singles final starts at 2:00 pm ET on Sunday September 13, which is 4:00 am AEST on Monday September 14, or 2:00 am in Perth.
What time is the US Open women’s final in Australia?
The women’s singles final starts at 4:00 pm ET on Saturday September 12, which is 6:00 am AEST on Sunday September 13.
Can I watch US Open replays in Australia?
Yes, on Stan Sport. Every match is available on demand shortly after it finishes, so you can watch a 1:00 am quarterfinal at a normal hour. 9Now carries highlights rather than full replays.
Two paths cover US Open Tennis 2026 Australia viewing. Stan Sport gives you every court and every replay from AU$29.99 a month, which solves the time zone problem outright. Channel 9, 9Gem and 9Now hand you the marquee matches for free.
Set an alarm for 9:00 am if you want live tennis without losing sleep, and keep the official US Open site open for live scores.
