How to Watch the Star-Studded 2026 United Cup
The 2026 United Cup is set to ignite the tennis season with a blockbuster showcase of mixed-team action.
As the tennis world turns its eyes to Australia for the start of the 2026 season, the fourth edition of the United Cup promises to be the most electrifying yet. Scheduled to run from Friday, January 2 to Sunday, January 11, 2026, this innovative mixed-team event will feature the world’s elite players competing for national pride across two iconic Australian cities: Perth and Sydney.
With a field boasting superstars like Coco Gauff, Taylor Fritz, Iga Świątek, Alexander Zverev, and the return of Naomi Osaka, fans around the globe are eager to tune in. Whether you are rooting for the defending champions Team USA, the spirited home favorites Australia, or tournament debutants Japan, knowing where to watch the action is essential.
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the official broadcasters for the 2026 United Cup, ensuring you don’t miss a single ace, volley, or match point.
A Global Spectacle: The 2026 Tournament Preview
Before diving into the broadcast listings, it is worth highlighting what makes this year’s broadcast a “must-watch.” The 2026 edition features 18 countries split into six groups, with matches played at the RAC Arena in Perth and the Ken Rosewall Arena in Sydney.
The draw has delivered mouth-watering matchups. In Perth, Group A sees the top-seeded Team USA clash with Spain and Argentina. Meanwhile, Group E promises fireworks with Great Britain (featuring Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu) facing Greece (Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari) and a Japan team led by Naomi Osaka. Sydney will host its own drama, including Group D where Australia, led by Alex de Minaur, takes on Czechia and Norway.
With a unique format comprising one men’s singles, one women’s singles, and a decisive mixed doubles match per tie, the United Cup offers a dynamic viewing experience that differs from standard tour events.
Where to Watch: Official Broadcasters by Region
The United Cup has secured extensive global coverage, ensuring fans in over 180 territories can witness the action live. Below is the detailed breakdown of official broadcasters for the 2026 tournament.
Americas
Tennis fans across North, Central, and South America have comprehensive options for tuning in. The Tennis Channel remains the primary home for viewers in the United States and India, providing extensive live coverage of both the Perth and Sydney ties.
- USA: Tennis Channel
- Canada: TSN & RDS
- Brazil: N Sports
- Latin America (South & Central): TyC Sports
- Coverage includes: Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Suriname, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
- Caribbean: Rush (formerly Flow Sports)
- Territories: Anguilla, Antigua-and-Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Trinidad-and-Tobago, Turks and Caicos, and others.
Europe
Europe remains a stronghold for tennis viewership, with major networks picking up rights across the continent. Sky continues its dominance in key markets like the UK, Germany, and Italy (via Sportcast), while Eurosport and regional heavyweights cover the rest.
- United Kingdom & Ireland: Sky UK
- Germany, Austria, Switzerland: Sky Deutschland & Tennis Channel
- Italy: Sportcast (SuperTennis)
- France: beIN Sports (as part of broader deals often covering French territories) Note: Check local listings for specific French domestic rights if not listed under beIN globally.
- Spain: TVE & Tennis Channel
- Nordics & Netherlands: Viaplay (NENT)
- Countries: Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Netherlands.
- Poland: Polsat (Home of Iga Świątek matches)
- Balkans: Sportklub
- Countries: Serbia, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Slovenia.
- Eastern Europe & Baltics: Setanta (Adjara)
- Countries: Armenia, Georgia, Ukraine, Moldova, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia.
- Others:
- Bulgaria: A1
- Czech & Slovak Republics: ARQ Monde O2 (Czech TV / Slovak TV)
- Hungary: Network 4
- Romania: SC RCS/RDS
- Portugal: Sport TV
- Turkey: TRT
- Greece: ERT
Asia-Pacific
As the host region, the Asia-Pacific broadcasts are crucial. Nine will carry the domestic feed in Australia, ensuring locals can watch the “Green and Gold” free-to-air.
- Australia: Nine Network (Channel 9 & 9Now)
- New Zealand: Sky NZ
- China: YouKu, GDTV, CCTV
- Japan: Unext
- India: Tennis Channel
- Southeast Asia: beIN Sports
- Countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste.
- Kazakhstan: Sport+
- Pacific Islands: Digicel
- Territories: Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and more.
Middle East & North Africa (MENA)
beIN Sports holds the exclusive rights for the vast majority of the MENA region, providing a centralized hub for fans from Morocco to Oman.
- Broadcaster: beIN Sports
- Territories: Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine (incl. Gaza Strip), Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, UAE, Yemen, Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Djibouti, Mauritania, Chad.
- Israel: Sport5
Sub-Saharan Africa
SuperSport continues to be the definitive home of sport in Africa, covering an immense range of nations for the United Cup.
- Broadcaster: SuperSport
- Territories: South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, Cameroon, Senegal, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and many others including islands like Mauritius and Seychelles.
Streaming and Digital Access
In an era where streaming dominates, many of the listed broadcasters offer dedicated digital platforms.
- Tennis Channel International: Available in markets like Germany, Austria, Switzerland, UK, and Greece for streamed content.
- Viaplay: The go-to app for Nordic viewers.
- 9Now: Free streaming for Australian residents.
- beIN Connect: Essential for viewers in SE Asia and MENA who prefer watching on mobile devices or tablets.
For international viewers in territories without a specific TV deal, or for those traveling, checking the United Cup YouTube channel or the official ATP/WTA streams (where available via Tennis TV or WTA TV) is recommended, though rights restrictions strictly apply based on the deals listed above.
News & Highlights
If you cannot catch the live matches, global news agencies will be distributing highlights and updates around the clock.
- Agencies: Reuters, SNTV, SRG, EBU, RTL.
- In-Flight/In-Ship: Sport24 (perfect for those traveling by air or sea during the tournament).
Conclusion
The 2026 United Cup is not just a warm-up for the Australian Open; it is a battle for national supremacy featuring the very best in the game. With widespread coverage from Tennis Channel in the Americas to Eurosport, Sky, and beIN Sports across the rest of the world, fans have no excuse to miss the drama.
Mark your calendars for January 2, 2026, check your local listings based on the guide above, and get ready to witness the world’s best tennis nations collide in Perth and Sydney.
