WTA China Open
How to watch the China Open in the UK. It is a mandatory WTA 1000 on outdoor hard courts at the China National Tennis Center in Beijing.
UK broadcaster
Sky Sports holds the UK rights, with coverage on Sky Sports Tennis and streaming available through NOW. There is no free-to-air UK broadcast.
UK start times
Beijing is seven hours ahead of the UK during the tournament, so play that starts late morning in China lands in the UK before dawn and the day session runs through the UK morning. Finals are an early start for UK viewers.
Next edition
The 2026 China Open runs from 30 September to 11 October 2026. Check the tennis calendar for the full schedule.
More China Open coverage
See the China Open hub, the tournaments hub for previews and results, our tennis betting tips, and the best tennis betting sites for live streaming access.
FAQ
Watching the China Open FAQs
Where can I watch the China Open in the UK?
Sky Sports holds the UK rights, with coverage on Sky Sports Tennis and streaming available through NOW. There is no free-to-air UK broadcast.
What time do matches start in the UK?
Beijing is seven hours ahead of the UK during the tournament, so play that starts late morning in China lands in the UK before dawn and the day session runs through the UK morning. Finals are an early start for UK viewers.
When is the tournament on?
The 2026 edition runs from 30 September to 11 October 2026.
Is it free to watch in the UK?
No. Coverage sits behind a subscription with the rights holder above, and there is no free-to-air UK broadcast.