Tennis Channel Live at the US Open Returns with Expert Analysis and Exclusive Content
Tennis Channel’s annual lead-in show, “Tennis Channel Live at the US Open,” returns on August 26th, providing comprehensive coverage of the prestigious tennis tournament. The show will air most mornings during the two-week competition, offering a blend of news, highlights, expert analysis, and special reports.
Former players Paul Annacone, Chanda Rubin, and Prakash Amritraj will join the on-air team, sharing their insights and perspectives on the tournament. Annacone, a former Australian Open doubles champion, has coached legendary players like Pete Sampras and Roger Federer. Rubin, also an Australian Open doubles winner, brings her experience as a top-ranked player. Amritraj, a former NCAA champion, now hosts “Prakash Worldwide” segments for Tennis Channel.
Award-winning announcer Steve Weissman will anchor the show, while Jon Wertheim, a renowned tennis author and reporter, will provide in-depth analysis. Streaming service Tennis Channel+ will offer exclusive content, including a daily US Open recap show hosted by Wertheim and episodes of “Road to the US Open” featuring the tournament runs of Coco Gauff, Carlos Alcaraz, and Emma Raducanu.
Tennis.com, the network’s website and app, will provide real-time updates, scores, highlights, and tournament information. Fantasy games “Match Point Predictor” and “Racquet Bracket” will allow fans to engage with the tournament and win prizes.
Tennis Channel and its sister network T2, owned by Sinclair, Inc., are dedicated to tennis coverage. They hold exclusive rights to major tournaments like the US Open, Wimbledon, Roland Garros, and Australian Open, as well as ATP World Tour and WTA Tour competitions. Direct-to-consumer streaming service Tennis Channel+ offers additional live matches and on-demand content.