Live stream the Australian Open online

Updated: February 9, 2024

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How to live stream the Australian Open with a VPN from your country

You can stream the Australian Open with a VPN by following just a few simple steps:

  1. Get ExpressVPN.
  2. Connect to the VPN server location that matches the broadcaster you want to watch. For example, Aussie tennis fans who want to stream a local broadcaster can connect to a secure server in Australia.
  3. Check the schedule of the broadcaster you want to watch, such as 9Now, and find the match you want to stream.
  4. Tune in and enjoy!

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Where to watch the Australian Open live for free

Viewers in select regions can catch free live streams of the Australian Open. 

9Now

Country: Australia

The 2024 Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open will all air for free on Channel Nine in Australia and its streaming platform, 9Now. Australia residents may need to provide an Australian postcode, such as 2000 or 3010, to properly enjoy the tennis.

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Servus TV 

Country: Austria

Austria’s Servus TV is one of the official Australian Open broadcasters in Europe. Austrian viewers can catch free German-language live streams of the tournament, including a featured live match of the day.

Stream the Australian Open live on ESPN

ESPN returns as the primary Australian Open broadcaster in the United States. North American tennis fans can catch Australian Open live streams on the following services:

ESPN+

Price: 11 USD/month and up

The Australian Open will air on ESPN for U.S. audiences via major cord-cutting services, and will be broadcast on ESPN International in Latin America and the Caribbean. Please also note that some matches may be available to stream on ESPN+. However, proof of subscription to another service, such as YouTube TV or Fubo, may be required.

Fubo

Price: 75 USD and up

Channels: ESPN, ESPN 2

To watch the Australian Open on Fubo, you’ll want to tune into ESPN networks via the Pro Plan. Good news: Fubo offers a 7-day free trial! Note that you may need a credit card issued from the country you’re trying to sign up from (U.S., Canada, Spain).

YouTube TV

Price: 73 USD/month and up

Channels: ESPN, ESPN 2

YouTube TV includes all the channels U.S. viewers need to watch Australian Open live streams. Perhaps the best part of YouTube TV is you can pay through Google Play rather than needing a U.S. credit card! Free trials are available.

DirecTV Stream

Price: 70 USD/month and up

Channels: ESPN, ESPN 2

DirecTV Stream is a popular streaming platform for sports fans, and its “Choice” package comes with all ESPN channels streaming Australian Open matches live—including the final. DirecTV offer a 5-day free trial

Note: You may need to provide a U.S. ZIP code (e.g., 90210, 10022) and a valid U.S. credit/debit card to subscribe to DirecTV Stream.

Sling TV

Price: Varies

Channels: ESPN, ESPN 2

Sling TV is the cheapest option if U.S. residents want to watch a Australian Open live stream (as well as plenty of other popular sporting events and channels). The basic “Sling Orange” plan includes ESPN and ESPN 2. You may need a U.S. credit card or PayPal to subscribe. However, please note that Sling no longer offers a free trial. 

Hulu + Live TV

Price: 77 USD/month

Channels: ESPN, ESPN 2

Hulu does not offer a free trial, but its live TV package (which also comes bundled with both ESPN+ and Disney+) includes ESPN and ESPN2, both of which are live-streaming Australian Open matches.

Watch Australian Open live streams on Eurosport

Price: 7 GBP/month and up

Channels: Eurosport 1 and Eurosport 2

Eurosport provides live coverage of the Australian Open. Be sure to check the official Eurosport schedule. Eurosport offers a seven-day free trial. UK residents may need a valid UK credit/debit card to subscribe to Eurosport UK.

Other Australian Open broadcasters

The Australian Open will air on a variety of services across the world. Check back ahead of the tournament to see if your favorite service is among them. 

Stan Sport

Price: 10 AUD/month (on top of 15 AUD/month Stan subscription)

Aussie fans can watch the Australian Open ad-free, live, and on-demand via Stan Sport. Stan Sport is available as an add-on package (10/AUD month) on top of a Stan subscription (15 AUD/month). The Australian broadcaster also offers a seven-day free trial, which is handy if you only want to watch one particular match.

Note: You may need an Australian credit/debit card and postcode to sign up.

Recent Australian Open winners

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Naomi Osaka have all won the Australian Open in recent years. Here is a complete list of winners dating back to 2014. 

YearMen’s winnerWomen’s winner
2014Stan WawrinkaLi Na
2015Novak Djokovic (5th title)Serena Williams (6th title)
2016Novak Djokovic (6th title)Angelique Kerber
2017Roger Federer (4th title)Serena Williams (7th title)
2018Roger Federer (5th title)Caroline Wozniacki
2019Novak Djokovic (7th title)Naomi Osaka
2020Novak Djokovic (8th title)Sofia Kenin
2021Novak Djokovic (9th title)Naomi Osaka (2nd title)
2022Rafael Nadal (2nd title)Ashleigh Barty
2023Novak Djokovic (10th title)Aryna Sabalenka
2024Jannik SinnerAryna Sabalenka (2nd title)

What is a ‘Grand Slam’ in tennis?

Australian Open

The Australian Open, traditionally held from mid-to-late January, marks the start of the tennis Grand Slam season. Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are the reigning singles champions.

French Open

Pack your bags: we’re headed to Roland-Garros! The French Open, famously held on clay courts, typically occurs from late May through early June. Novak Djokovic and Iga Świątek are the reigning singles champions.

Wimbledon

The oldest tennis tournament in the world, Wimbledon is always a stellar time for tennis fans. Wimbledon typically occurs at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club from late June through mid-July. Carlos Alcaraz and Markéta Vondroušová are the reigning singles champions.

US Open

The Grand Slam season closes each summer at the US Open in New York City. The US Open always starts on the last Monday of August and concludes on the second Sunday in September, going head-to-head with the NFL Week 1 slate. Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff are the reigning singles champions.

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