WTA Wuhan Open
The Wuhan Open begins on 12 October 2026 at the Optics Valley International Tennis Centre. It is the biggest WTA stop of the Asian swing, and like Shanghai the same week, it demands some scheduling commitment from British viewers.
Wuhan Open UK TV and Streaming
| Platform | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Sky Sports Tennis | Live coverage of WTA 1000 events |
| NOW | Streaming without a Sky contract, via a Sports membership |
| Bet365 | Live streaming for eligible account holders |
Sky Sports Tennis carries the WTA 1000 events in the UK and NOW provides the same feed without a full subscription. Bet365 streams to eligible account holders. 18+, please gamble responsibly.
UK Start Times
Wuhan is seven hours ahead of the UK. Play generally starts around 11am local, which is 4am here, with the later matches landing in the UK morning and around midday. Nothing falls in the British evening, so recording or catching up is the realistic option for most matches.
Key Dates
The tournament begins on 12 October 2026. The WTA confirms the full order of play and the finals date closer to the event, and we will add them here.
What to Watch For
Coco Gauff defends the title she won in 2025, and Aryna Sabalenka returns to a venue where she won 20 matches in a row before losing there for the first time last year. That is the storyline worth setting an alarm for.
For coverage of every other event, see our full how to watch tennis guide.
FAQ
Wuhan Open FAQs
What channel is the Wuhan Open on in the UK?
Sky Sports Tennis carries WTA 1000 coverage, with streaming through NOW. Bet365 also streams to eligible account holders.
What time is the Wuhan Open on in the UK?
Wuhan is seven hours ahead. Play starts around 4am UK time, with later matches landing through the UK morning.
When does the Wuhan Open 2026 start?
12 October 2026. The WTA confirms the full schedule closer to the event.
Can I watch the Wuhan Open for free?
There is no free-to-air UK coverage. NOW offers a Sports membership without a Sky contract, and Bet365 streams to eligible account holders. 18+, please gamble responsibly.
More Coverage
See our Wuhan preview, betting tips, prize money breakdown and list of champions. Full coverage sits on our Wuhan Open hub, every event we follow is in the tournaments index, and the dates are in the 2026 tennis calendar.