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We're into the second round already of the 2023 US Open Tennis tournament. The court action runs through September 10 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Center in Flushing Meadows, New York. If you want to watch your favorites serve up victories, we'll show you how to watch US Open live streams for free, wherever you are in the world.

Today's top matches to look out for include Alcaraz vs. Harris, Murray vs. Dimitrov, Mmoh vs. Isner, Jabeur vs. Noskova, Vondrousova vs. Trevisan, and Boulter vs. Wang. Gauff, Wozniacki, Bencic, and Djokovic are set to play on Friday as they're already through to the third round.

To access free live streams (links below) from outside those countries, you must use a VPN (virtual private network) to bypass geo-restrictions. These handy apps let your devices mimic various international locations of your choosing so you can carry on watching the US Open online for free. We'll show you how further down this page if you don't have one already, along with extra details about various streaming options around the globe. 

2023 US Open Tennis live stream quick links: How to watch the US Open Tennis live streams free from anywhere 

You can catch most of the key US Open action using one of the free live streams available. We've tracked down options in Australia (9Now) and New Zealand (TVNZ Plus). When clicking those links, you'll be roadblocked by geographical restrictions, but not if you're using a VPN.

A VPN, short for virtual private network, allows you to trick apps and websites into thinking you're connecting from servers within nearly any region worldwide. Once turned on and connected, just visit the website like normal; it should punch your ticket to any available live stream. You can also use VPNs to sign up for cheap streaming services like ESPN Plus or Sling TV, a great alternative that's still relatively affordable if the free streams don't have the matches or broadcast teams you like.

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How to watch the US Open with a VPN Sign up for a VPN if you don't have one.Install it on the device you're using to watch the game.Turn it on and set it to the appropriate location.Go to: 9Now (Australia) or TVNZ (New Zealand) to watch free, or;Go to: ESPN Plus or Sling TV and sign up with a US zip code and payment method.Sign in and watch the matches.When: August 28 - September 10Times: Daily from 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. BST / 5 p.m. CET / 1 a.m. AEST How to watch the US Open in the USA

ESPN has the rights to the US Open live streams in the US. Most of the key matches will be aired across ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN Deportes, so if you have those channels on your cable package, you're all set. Some matches will only air on ESPN Plus, requiring a separate $10 monthly subscription.

If you're a cord-cutter and want to access these cable channels temporarily, you could opt for a service like Sling Orange or Fubo TV. Sling Orange is usually $40 a month, but your first month is currently cut to $20, and you can cancel anytime. Fubo TV is much more expensive at $75 a month, but you can get a 7-day free trial before moving on to a rolling one-month deal.

Or, if you have a VPN, you can watch many US Open matches for free using the broadcasts in Australia or New Zealand as described above.

How to watch the US Open for free in Australia

Viewers in Australia will be able to catch much of the action on the free 9Now streaming TV service, with Gem seemingly being the main spot as the channel has been running 13-hour broadcasts throughout the day's action in the US. One channel does mean choices will have to be made, but expect the biggest stars to be shown, although preference may be given to Aussie star Alex de Minaur over Alcaraz and co should a clash arise.

Stan Sport is a premium alternative offering all the action for a surcharge of AUD$15 on top of the AUD$10 monthly fee. If you're outside Australia, you'll need to use a VPN, as described above) to get around geo-blocking.

How to watch the US Open for free in New Zealand

TVNZ is streaming the US Open free online. You may need to sign up for an account using a local postal code, but you should otherwise have no friction en route to the live tennis matches. Want to watch this free coverage, but you're not in New Zealand? Simply grab a VPN as we described above, and you can tune in from anywhere.

How to watch the US Open in the UK

Sky Sports is the official broadcast partner for the US Open in the UK. You can watch on your cable or satellite provider if you add the Sky Sports package. If you're not a cable subscriber, you can sign up for Sky Sports Now, a standalone streaming service currently offering an introductory price of £26 per month for 12 months (usually £35). This is a no-commitment offer, so you can cancel whenever you want.

How to watch the US Open in Canada

The Sports Network, otherwise known as TSN, will offer comprehensive coverage of the US Open in Canada. Subscribers can sign into TSN with their cable provider's credentials to stream online or sign up for a streaming-only subscription through Bell for CAD$19.99 per month. Note: the US Open will not be available through TSN Plus, the network's streaming-only companion service.

How to watch the US Open in Europe

Most European countries can stream the US Open through Eurosport. Prices start as low as €2.99 per month.

You can subscribe to Eurosport in the following countries: Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia, Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan.

US Open Tennis schedule

Ahead is a schedule of all the US Open matches through September 10. All times below are in Eastern time, US.

Thursday, August 31

Second Round + Doubles, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Second Round, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. (ESPN)Second Round (cont), 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

Friday, September 1

Third Round + Doubles, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Third Round, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. (ESPN)Third Round (cont), 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

Saturday, September 2

Third Round + Doubles, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Third Round, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN)

Sunday, September 3

Round of 16 + Doubles + Junior, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Round of 16, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN)Round of 16 (cont), 3 p.m. - 6  p.m. (ABC)Round of 16 (cont), 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

Monday, September 4

Round of 16 + Doubles + Junior, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Round of 16 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN)

Tuesday, September 5

Doubles + Junior + Wheelchair, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Men's and Women's Quarterfinals, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. (ESPN)

Wednesday, September 6

Doubles + Junior + Wheelchair, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Men's and Women's Quarterfinals, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. (ESPN)

Thursday, September 7

Doubles + Junior + Wheelchair, 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Women's Singles Semifinals, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. (ESPN / ESPN Plus)

Friday, September 8

Junior / Wheelchair, 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Men's Doubles Final, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. (ESPN2)Men's Singles Semifinals #1, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. (ESPN / ESPN Plus)Men's Singles Semifinals #2, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. (ESPN / ESPN Plus)

Saturday, September 9: Women's Final

Mixed Doubles Final, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. (ESPN3)Junior / Wheelchair Final, 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Women's Singles Final, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN / ESPN Plus)

Sunday, September 10: Men's Final

Wheelchair Final, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. (ESPN Plus)Women's Doubles Final, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. (ESPN)Men's Singles Final, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. (ESPN / ESPN Plus)

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Quentyn Kennemer

Editorial Fellow