How to Watch the WTA Finals Riyadh 2025 in the USA and Canada
The 2025 Hologic WTA Tour season culminates in the majestic city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as the world’s elite eight singles players and doubles teams gather for the prestigious WTA Finals. Scheduled to take place from Saturday, November 1, through Saturday, November 8, 2025, this season-ending championship is the pinnacle of women’s tennis, offering massive prize money and a chance to claim the coveted Billie Jean King Trophy.
For millions of passionate tennis fans across the United States and Canada, navigating the international broadcast landscape is the first step to watching the action live from the King Saud University Indoor Arena. Fortunately, comprehensive coverage is guaranteed in North America, with dedicated broadcast partners ensuring enthusiasts won’t miss a single point of the round-robin drama and knockout stage intensity.
This definitive guide breaks down everything North American viewers need to know to catch all the matches, from the exclusive linear TV partners to the essential streaming services.
The Exclusive Home in the USA: Tennis Channel
In the United States, the right to broadcast the WTA Finals belongs exclusively to Tennis Channel. The network, a long-standing partner of the WTA Tour, is the primary destination for all 2025 WTA Finals coverage, cementing its status as the exclusive U.S. home for the season-ending championships.
Television Coverage:
Live coverage of the WTA Finals will be broadcast daily on the Tennis Channel linear network. Fans with a cable or satellite subscription that includes Tennis Channel will be able to watch the matches from the opening serve of the group stages all the way through to the championship finals.
The Tennis Channel’s commitment to women’s tennis is deep-rooted, underscored by a multi-year extension of their media rights deal, which ensures the network remains the exclusive U.S. partner for the WTA Tour’s biggest events, including the Finals, through 2032. This stability provides American viewers with a consistent and reliable platform for following the top players.
Streaming Options for U.S. Viewers:
For those who have embraced cord-cutting or prefer mobile viewing, there are several key streaming avenues available:
- Tennis Channel App/Website: Subscribers to the Tennis Channel through their TV provider can typically access live streaming via the official Tennis Channel app and TennisChannel.com.
- Fubo (FuboTV): As confirmed by various sources, Fubo is a popular streaming service that carries the Tennis Channel. It is a highly recommended streaming option, particularly as it often offers a free trial for new subscribers. This provides a convenient way to access the full Tennis Channel coverage without a traditional cable contract. Fubo allows tennis fans to stream not just the Finals but also other major sports and entertainment channels.
- Other Live TV Streaming Services: Depending on your location and subscription package, other live TV streaming services that carry Tennis Channel (such as DirecTV Stream or Sling TV’s Sports Extra package, though availability can vary) may also provide access to the live broadcast. It is essential to verify local channel availability through each service’s website.
With a field that traditionally features top American talent—often including players like Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Madison Keys—domestic interest is always sky-high, and the Tennis Channel is prepared to deliver comprehensive coverage with expert analysis.
Canadian Coverage: TSN, TVA Sports, and Streaming Access
For Canadian tennis aficionados, the broadcast landscape is equally robust, with coverage split between two main national sports networks: TSN (The Sports Network) for English-language broadcasts and TVA Sports for French-language broadcasts.
English-Language Broadcasts via TSN:
TSN is the official English-language home of the WTA Finals in Canada, continuing its tradition of providing extensive coverage of the WTA Tour’s marquee events. The coverage will span multiple channels within the TSN family of networks, including:
- TSN Linear Channels (TSN2, TSN5, TSN3, TSN4): Depending on the day and the match schedule, the Round Robin, Semifinals, and Finals will be strategically placed across the TSN channels to maximize live viewership. Daily match times for the early rounds often start as early as 7:00 a.m. ET. The crucial Singles Final is typically scheduled for a weekend morning, around 11:00 a.m. ET, ensuring prime viewership for Canadian fans.
- TSN+ (Streaming): The digital streaming subscription service, TSN+, will be a critical component of the coverage. For events that may not fit on the main linear channels, TSN+ often provides dedicated feeds, allowing subscribers to stream every match live. For example, the very first day of Round Robin action may be exclusively available on TSN+, with main channel coverage beginning on subsequent days. This platform is essential for those who want to watch the entirety of the tournament on-the-go or through smart TVs.
French-Language Broadcasts via TVA Sports:
French-speaking viewers in Canada can follow the season finale through TVA Sports. TVA Sports provides comprehensive coverage of the tournament, ensuring that fans in Quebec and other French-speaking communities can enjoy the matches with dedicated analysis and commentary. Viewers should consult the TVA Sports schedule for exact broadcast times and channel listings.
Navigating the Time Difference: The Early Bird Gets the Serve
A significant factor for all North American viewers is the substantial time difference between the Eastern Time Zone (ET) and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Arabia Standard Time or AST). Riyadh is 8 hours ahead of ET and 11 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PT).
The WTA Finals typically feature daily play sessions starting in the afternoon local time (around 3:00 PM AST). This time difference translates to very early morning viewing hours for the East Coast and even earlier for the West Coast.
| Riyadh Time (AST) | U.S. Eastern Time (ET) | Canadian Eastern Time (ET) | U.S./Canadian Pacific Time (PT) |
| 3:00 PM (Start Time) | 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM (Prime Match) | 12:00 PM (Noon) | 12:00 PM (Noon) | 9:00 AM |
American and Canadian viewers on the West Coast, in particular, should prepare for start times as early as 5:00 a.m. PT for the daily sessions. The upside is that the finals, often scheduled for mid-to-late morning ET, make for perfect weekend viewing.
Check this article to find out the schedule by time zone around the world: WTA Finals 2025: Global Time Zone Guide for the Match Schedule
The Official Source and Final Preparations
Before the first ball is struck, viewers are strongly encouraged to consult the official tournament schedule and their respective broadcaster’s listings. The WTA’s official “Where to Watch” page (a reference resource for all global broadcast rights) is an invaluable tool for verifying the most up-to-date information for your region.
For a guaranteed viewing experience, fans should take these steps:
- USA: Confirm that your cable/satellite package includes Tennis Channel or subscribe to a streaming service like Fubo that carries the channel.
- Canada (English): Ensure you have access to the TSN network and consider a TSN+ subscription for full, comprehensive coverage.
- Canada (French): Verify access to TVA Sports.
- Check Local Listings: Due to the time zone conversion, daily start times can shift slightly. Always check your local TV guide or the broadcaster’s app schedule the night before to confirm the morning’s exact start time.
The 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh promises a spectacular showcase of the world’s best women tennis players, battling for the biggest title outside of the four Grand Slams. With comprehensive and dedicated coverage available across North America, fans from New York to Vancouver are ready to witness a historic week of tennis action.
