How Much Does ESPN Tennis Cost? Full Pricing Guide for 2025

If you’re wondering how much it costs to watch tennis on ESPN, you’re not alone. Every year, fans line up for the Grand Slams, ATP and WTA tours, and the US Open - but the pricing can feel confusing. ESPN doesn’t sell a standalone "tennis package." Instead, you get tennis through its streaming and cable offerings, and what you pay depends on how you watch.

ESPN+ Is Where Most Tennis Lives

The vast majority of tennis on ESPN happens on ESPN+, its direct-to-consumer streaming service. You won’t find ATP Masters 1000 events or WTA 1000 tournaments on the main ESPN TV channel unless it’s a major final. But ESPN+ carries over 1,000 live matches each year - including qualifiers, early rounds, and full coverage of events like the Miami Open, Indian Wells, and the US Open.

As of December 2025, ESPN+ costs $11.99 per month. You can also get it as part of the Disney Bundle for $14.99 per month, which includes Hulu (with ads) and Disney+. That bundle is the best deal if you already watch other content on those platforms. There’s no annual discount - ESPN+ is strictly month-to-month.

What Tennis Events Are on ESPN+?

ESPN+ doesn’t just show random matches. It holds exclusive rights to a huge chunk of the tennis calendar:

• Full coverage of the US Open (except the final, which airs on ESPN TV)
• All ATP Masters 1000 tournaments (Indian Wells, Miami, Madrid, Shanghai, etc.)
• All WTA 1000 events, including Dubai, Doha, and Rome
• ATP 250 and WTA 250 tournaments from around the world
• Qualifying rounds for all Grand Slams
• Live commentary and replays for every match

That’s more tennis than any other single service in the U.S. If you follow players like Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, or Jannik Sinner, ESPN+ gives you daily access to their matches - even when they play on a Tuesday in Basel.

What’s on the Main ESPN TV Channels?

ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPNU show only the biggest moments:

• The final of the US Open
• Finals of the Australian Open and Wimbledon (if they’re scheduled for U.S. prime time)
• Selected ATP and WTA finals during major tournaments
• Occasional Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup matches

You don’t need ESPN+ to catch these - they’re included with most cable and satellite packages. But if you’re relying only on ESPN TV, you’ll miss 90% of the season. Most fans who care about tennis end up subscribing to ESPN+ just to follow the sport properly.

Is There a Free Trial?

Yes - ESPN+ offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. You can sign up using your email and a credit card. If you cancel before day 7, you won’t be charged. This is the easiest way to test it out before committing.

Some users report that signing up through the Disney Bundle gives you a longer trial (sometimes 30 days), but that’s not guaranteed. Always check the current offer on the ESPN+ website before signing up.

How Does It Compare to Other Streaming Services?

Let’s break down your options:

ESPN+ is the only service that gives you consistent, deep access to the entire ATP and WTA tours. If you want to watch the full season - not just the headlines - it’s the only real choice.

Can You Watch Without a Cable Subscription?

Yes. ESPN+ is designed for cord-cutters. You don’t need a cable login to use it. Just download the ESPN app on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or streaming box (Roku, Fire Stick, Apple TV, Android TV), sign in with your ESPN+ account, and you’re good to go.

Many users watch on their iPad during lunch, on their smart TV after work, or on their phone while traveling. The app works offline too - you can download matches to watch later without Wi-Fi.

Is ESPN+ Worth It for Tennis Fans?

Let’s be real: $12 a month is a small price for a sport that runs nearly year-round. Think about it - for less than the cost of one concert ticket, you get:

• Access to 8-10 live matches per week during peak season
• Full replays if you miss a match
• Multiple camera angles and stats overlays
• No commercials during live play (only between sets)

If you follow tennis seriously - even just one player - you’ll get your money back in the first week. The US Open alone has over 200 matches. If you watch just 10 of them, you’ve already saved more than the subscription cost.

There’s no other service that gives you this kind of depth. Amazon has Wimbledon. Peacock has the French Open. But only ESPN+ covers the whole tour.

What About International Viewers?

ESPN+ is only available in the United States and its territories. If you’re in Canada, the UK, Australia, or elsewhere, you’ll need to use your local broadcaster:

• Canada: TSN+
• UK: TNT Sports
• Australia: Nine Network and Stan Sport
• Europe: beIN Sports or Eurosport

Some fans use VPNs to access ESPN+, but that violates ESPN’s terms of service. Your account could be suspended. It’s not worth the risk.

How to Cancel ESPN+

Canceling is simple. Log into your account on the ESPN+ website or app, go to Account Settings, and select "Cancel Subscription." You’ll keep access until the end of your current billing period. No hidden fees. No calls to customer service.

If you’re unsure whether you’ll stick with it, start with the free trial. Watch a few matches. See if you’re hooked. Then decide.

Final Thoughts

There’s no such thing as "ESPN tennis" as a standalone product. It’s bundled into ESPN+. And at $11.99 a month, it’s the most affordable way to watch the full tennis season in the U.S. You won’t find this much coverage anywhere else. If you love tennis - not just the Grand Slams, but the daily drama, the upsets, the comebacks - then ESPN+ isn’t just worth it. It’s essential.