International Broadcast Guide: Elena Rybakina vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova at the 2025 Ningbo Open Final
The 2025 AUX · Ningbo Open, a WTA 500 event, is set for a high-stakes singles final between Elena Rybakina and Ekaterina Alexandrova. The official schedule confirms the final’s start time, allowing fans around the world to finalize their viewing plans.
The championship match is scheduled to be played on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the Yinzhou Tennis Center in Ningbo, China.
Official Match Time and Global Conversion
The singles final between the third-seeded Rybakina and the fourth-seeded Alexandrova is scheduled to start Not Before 5:00 PM local time on Sunday. Ningbo, China, observes China Standard Time (CST), which is UTC+8.
| Location | Time Zone | Date | Official Start Time |
| Ningbo, China | China Standard Time (CST) | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | Not Before 5:00 PM CST |
Converted Start Times for Key Global Regions
| Region | City / Time Zone | Date | Converted Start Time |
| North America (East) | New York / ET | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 5:00 AM ET |
| North America (West) | Los Angeles / PT | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 2:00 AM PT |
| Europe (Central) | Berlin / CET | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 11:00 AM CET |
| Europe (UK) | London / GMT | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 10:00 AM GMT |
| Asia (India) | New Delhi / IST | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 2:30 PM IST |
| Oceania (Australia) | Sydney / AEDT | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 8:00 PM AEDT |
Note: The official start is “Not Before 5:00 PM” CST, meaning the match will begin after the Doubles Final and the subsequent trophy ceremony.
Where to Watch: Broadcast Channels by Region
Coverage of the WTA 500 final is distributed globally across a network of official broadcast partners.
North America 🇺🇸🇨🇦
Due to the time difference, fans in North America will need an early alarm or plan for delayed viewing.
- United States (USA): The final is available exclusively via Tennis Channel. You can watch it on the main network or via the Tennis Channel Plus streaming service.
- Canada (English-Speaking): Stream the action via DAZN.
- Canada (French-Speaking): Watch the final on TVA. Note that TSN also carries WTA 1000s and Finals, but DAZN and TVA are the confirmed outlets for this event’s region.
Europe 🇪🇺🇬🇧
European viewers can tune in during Sunday morning.
- United Kingdom & Ireland: Sky Sports holds the rights for both the UK and Ireland.
- Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein: Coverage is provided by Sky Sports.
- Czech Republic and Slovakia: The WTA 500 final is broadcast by Canal+.
- France: Watch on beIN Sports.
- Italy: Coverage is split between Sky Sports and Supertennis.
- Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, etc.: DAZN is the broadcaster for numerous territories across Europe.
- Belgium: Play Sports/Telenet is the official channel.
- Spain: Watch on Tennis Channel.
Asia & Oceania 🇨🇳🇦🇺🇮🇳
As the event is played in China, viewers in Asia and Australia have the most convenient afternoon and evening viewing times.
- China: The local broadcast is handled by MIGU, Tencent, and Youku.
- India: The match will be shown on Tennis Channel.
- Australia: Coverage is provided by beIN Sports.
- New Zealand: Watch on TVNZ and DAZN.
- Other Asian Territories (Vietnam, Malaysia, etc.): The final is available via DAZN in a large number of Asian territories.
Final Preview: Power vs. Consistency
The Ningbo Open final pits two of the tour’s most potent power players against one another. Elena Rybakina is a major factor in the race for the WTA Finals, needing this title to maximize her points haul. Her raw power and massive serve will be key to breaking down Alexandrova.
Ekaterina Alexandrova enters the final having had a career-best season, recently breaking into the Top 10. Alexandrova holds a commanding 3-1 head-to-head advantage over Rybakina in their past meetings, giving her a mental edge going into the final.
This WTA 500 championship is not just about the trophy; it’s a critical battle in the final stretch of the 2025 season. Fans should make sure to check their local broadcast closer to the event for the final confirmed match time.
