How to Watch the 2026 BNP Paribas Open Across Europe
INDIAN WELLS, California — As the tennis world shifts its focus to the Coachella Valley, the 2026 BNP Paribas Open is set to begin on March 1, 2026. Known as the “Fifth Grand Slam,” the tournament at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden remains one of the most prestigious stops on the ATP and WTA calendars.
For fans across Europe, catching the action involves navigating a diverse landscape of broadcasters. Whether you are following defending champions Jack Draper and Mirra Andreeva or cheering on the return of legends, here is your definitive guide to watching the tournament from the European continent.
Official Broadcaster List by Region
European coverage is comprehensive, with several networks providing multi-court access and localized commentary.
Northern & Western Europe
| Region | Broadcaster |
| United Kingdom & Ireland | Sky UK |
| Germany, Austria, Switzerland | Sky Deutschland |
| France | Eurosport France |
| Netherlands | Ziggo Sport |
| Belgium & Luxembourg | BeTV, Telenet (Play Sports) |
| Norway & Denmark | TV2 |
| Sweden | TV4 AB |
| Finland | MTV3 |
| Iceland | BB Tennis, Livey |
Southern Europe
| Region | Broadcaster |
| Spain | Telefonica / Movistar |
| Italy, San Marino, Vatican City | Sky Italia |
| Portugal | Sport TV Portugal |
| Greece | OTE |
| Cyprus | CYTA |
| Malta | Go Sports TSN |
| Turkey | Ssport Turkey |
| Albania & Kosovo | Supersport / Straightforward Albania |
Central & Eastern Europe
| Region | Broadcaster |
| Poland | Polsat |
| Czech Republic & Slovakia | Tolana Management SE (Digisport) |
| Hungary | Network4 |
| Romania | RCS & RDS (Digisport) |
| Bulgaria | A1 Max Sport |
| Balkans (Serbia, Croatia, etc.) | Sportklub |
| Baltics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) | TV3 Baltics |
| Russia & Belarus | BB Tennis |
| Ukraine & Central Asia | Setanta Stans |
2026 Tournament Schedule
The action spans two weeks, starting with high-stakes qualifying rounds.
- March 1–3: WTA & ATP Qualifying Rounds
- March 4: Main Draw Begins (Round 1)
- March 10–11: Round of 16
- March 12–13: Quarterfinals & Women’s Semifinals
- March 14: Men’s Semifinals & Doubles Finals
- March 15: Men’s and Women’s Singles Finals
Pro Tip: Due to the time difference between California (PT) and Europe (CET/GMT), marquee evening sessions usually begin late at night or in the early morning hours for European viewers. Check your local provider for “on-demand” replay options.
Alternative Viewing
In addition to the primary broadcasters, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) provides news coverage across the continent. For fans on the go, most of the providers listed above offer streaming via their respective apps (e.g., Sky Go, Movistar+, or Discovery+ in select regions).