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US Open Qualifying Kicks Off as German Viewers Navigate Split Broadcast Rights

German viewers face a choice of paid all-access streaming, premium pay-TV or limited daily free streams ahead of the US Open’s record $90 million prize purse alongside a trial mixed-doubles format.

Tennisstadion Arthur Ashe in New York
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Overview

  • Qualifying rounds began on August 18 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center with players competing for spots in the main draw starting August 24.
  • sportdeutschland.tv holds primary German rights and is selling a €25 All-Access pass covering all matches from qualification through the finals.
  • Sky Sport will deliver comprehensive pay-TV coverage from August 24, featuring dedicated Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong channels and a German-language commentary conference.
  • Joyn’s Austria feed will offer two selected US Open matches free each day from August 24 to September 7, although geo-restrictions or VPN issues may apply for viewers in Germany.
  • The tournament boasts a record $90 million total purse, with $5 million awarded to each singles champion, and debuts a 16-team mixed-doubles event with shortened sets during Fan Week.