The 2025 US Open kicks off in New York with an exciting first-round matchup between Jannik Sinner and Vit Kopriva. Sinner, one of the top seeds and favorites for the title, begins his campaign at Flushing Meadows looking to prove his dominance on hard courts. On the other side, Kopriva aims to surprise and deliver one of the biggest early upsets of the tournament.
If you’re wondering how to watch this clash live, here’s everything you need to know about the start time, TV channels, and live stream options for fans in the USA and abroad.
Sinner vs. Kopriva: Match Start Time
- Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025
- Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York
- Start Time (Approx.): 12:00 PM (local time, New York) – subject to previous matches
What TV Channel is Sinner vs. Kopriva on?
In the United States, the 2025 US Open will be broadcast on the ESPN family of networks.
- ESPN and ESPN2 will provide live coverage of the match.
- ESPN Deportes will broadcast in Spanish.
In other countries:
- UK: Sky Sports Tennis
- Canada: TSN / RDS
- Australia: Nine Network / Stan Sport
- Latin America: ESPN
How to Watch Sinner vs. Kopriva Live Stream Online
If you prefer to stream the match online, there are several official options:
- ESPN+ (USA) – Exclusive streaming of matches throughout the tournament.
- FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV – These platforms carry ESPN and allow you to stream the match live with a subscription.
- Sky Go (UK) – For Sky Sports subscribers.
- TSN Direct (Canada).
- Stan Sport (Australia).
Match Preview: Sinner vs. Kopriva
- Jannik Sinner: The Italian star enters the US Open as one of the top seeds and a major title favorite. After a strong 2025 season, including wins on hard courts, Sinner looks to carry his momentum into New York. His aggressive baseline play and improved serve make him a dangerous opponent for anyone in the draw.
- Vit Kopriva: The Czech player arrives as an underdog but with nothing to lose. Known for his consistency and ability to extend rallies, Kopriva will try to frustrate Sinner and force errors. This will be his biggest test yet on one of tennis’ grandest stages.