How to Watch and Live Stream Ben Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev at the Nitto ATP Finals 2025

The final major tournament of the men’s tennis season, the Nitto ATP Finals, is underway in Turin, Italy, bringing together the world’s top eight singles players and doubles teams. Day one of the round-robin action culminates in a thrilling night session showdown between two of the game’s biggest stars: German Olympic gold medalist and two-time champion Alexander Zverev and rising American sensation, debutant Ben Shelton.

Scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, this highly anticipated match is the evening session’s final contest in the Bjorn Borg Group, set to begin Not Before 8:30 PM local time (CET) in Turin.

For fans in the United States and Germany, here is your essential guide to watching and live streaming this clash of generations.

For Viewers in the United States (USA)

The exclusive television broadcaster for the Nitto ATP Finals in the United States is the Tennis Channel.

Television Broadcast: Tennis Channel

• Channel: The match will be broadcast live on the Tennis Channel as part of their comprehensive coverage of the year-end championships.
• Match Time (Eastern Time – ET): Given the match’s start time of Not Before 8:30 PM CET in Turin, the contest is expected to begin in the USA Not Before 2:30 PM ET on Sunday, November 9. Check your local listings or the Tennis Channel schedule for the most precise start time, as the actual commencement depends on the length of the preceding doubles match.

Live Stream: Tennis Channel Plus & Sling/FuboTV

For cable-cutters and fans looking to stream the match on-the-go, there are excellent options available:

1. Tennis Channel Plus: The dedicated streaming service, Tennis Channel Plus, is the primary live stream platform for the tournament. A subscription will grant you access to all matches, live and on-demand, from the Nitto ATP Finals. This is often the most direct way to ensure you don’t miss a moment.
2. Streaming Service Bundles: If you subscribe to a popular live TV streaming service that carries the Tennis Channel, such as Sling TV, FuboTV, or DirecTV Stream, you can log in through that provider’s app or website to stream the match live.

US Time Zone Conversion for Zverev vs. Shelton

he match between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton is scheduled to start in Turin, Italy, at Not Before 8:30 PM Central European Time (CET) on Sunday, November 9.

Here is the conversion for the start time across the four contiguous US time zones:

How to Watch in the US

Remember, the match will be broadcast exclusively in the US on the Tennis Channel.

• Since the match is the final contest of the evening session, the “Not Before” time is critical. The actual start time will depend entirely on the duration of the preceding doubles match (Julian Cash/Lloyd Glasspool vs. Simone Bolelli/Andrea Vavassori).
• It is highly recommended to tune in 15-30 minutes before the listed time for pre-match coverage, or be prepared for a potential delay if the earlier doubles match is a lengthy, three-set battle.

For Viewers in Germany (Deutschland)

German tennis fans have one dedicated broadcaster for the entire tournament.

Television Broadcast: Sky Deutschland

• Channel: In Germany, the entire Nitto ATP Finals, including the Zverev vs. Shelton match, is broadcast exclusively by Sky Deutschland.
• Match Time (Central European Time – CET): The match is scheduled to begin Not Before 8:30 PM CET on Sunday, November 9. German fans will be able to tune in for a prime-time evening viewing experience.

Live Stream: Sky Go & WOW (Sky Ticket)

Sky Deutschland provides multiple streaming avenues for its subscribers:

1. Sky Go: Subscribers to Sky’s TV packages can use the Sky Go app to stream the coverage live on their mobile devices, tablets, or computers.
2. WOW (formerly Sky Ticket): For those without a traditional Sky subscription, the streaming service WOW (or Sky Ticket) is the platform to access the sports package on a monthly basis, offering a flexible way to catch all the tennis action.

Global Live Stream: Tennis TV

Regardless of your location, the official live streaming service of the ATP Tour, Tennis TV, is an excellent resource for watching the tournament, provided it is not geo-blocked due to exclusive regional broadcaster agreements (like those held by Tennis Channel and Sky Deutschland).

• What is it? Tennis TV offers ad-free, high-definition live streaming of nearly all ATP Tour events.
• Availability Check: While Tennis TV is generally the go-to for the tour, viewers in the USA and Germany may find the Nitto ATP Finals content geo-blocked because of the exclusive deals with Tennis Channel and Sky Deutschland, respectively. It is advisable to check the service’s current schedule and regional restrictions before subscribing. However, it often provides live match statistics and other non-live content even in geo-blocked regions.

Match Preview: Experience vs. Momentum

This opening round-robin match in the Bjorn Borg Group pits the established pedigree of Alexander Zverev against the explosive potential of Ben Shelton. So far, Zverev leads the head-to-head against Shelton 4-0.

For Zverev, the Nitto ATP Finals is a familiar and successful hunting ground. Having clinched the title twice (2018 and 2021), the German will lean on his wealth of experience in the pressure cooker of the season finale. His powerful serve and steady baseline game make him a perennial threat on the fast indoor hard courts of Turin.

Ben Shelton, on the other hand, is celebrating a magnificent breakout season that sees him making his debut at the ATP Finals. The young American brings immense raw power, a massive left-handed serve, and a fearless attacking style that has dismantled top players throughout the year. His appearance in Turin marks the first time two US singles players have qualified for the event since 2006, highlighting his significance.

Tennis fans on both sides of the Atlantic are set for a captivating evening of world-class tennis as the Nitto ATP Finals truly gets underway.