What time does Vienna Open, Swiss Indoors Basel, Guangzhou Open and Pan Pacific Open begin and how can you watch in the UK, USA and Australia
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The Asian and European tennis swings continue this week, with plenty of live tennis available as the ATP Tour heads to Vienna and Basel, while the WTA Tour continues in Guangzhou and Tokyo.
The Vienna Open, Swiss Indoors Basel, Guangzhou Open and Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo are all taking place from October 26 to November 1, 2026, with the four tournaments reaching their decisive stages over the weekend.
For tennis fans in the UK, the tournaments are available through Sky Sports, with Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+ providing coverage. The ATP events in Vienna and Basel take place in European time zones, making them more accessible for UK viewers, while the WTA tournaments in Guangzhou and Tokyo involve earlier starts because of the time difference.
In the United States, Tennis Channel is a key option for coverage of the tournaments. Australian viewers can check beIN Sports for the ATP events, with beIN Sports and Stan Sport also providing options for the WTA tournaments.
Quick answer:
- Vienna Open (ATP 500): Sky Sports in the UK, Tennis Channel in the US and beIN Sports in Australia.
- Swiss Indoors Basel (ATP 500): Sky Sports in the UK, Tennis Channel in the US and beIN Sports in Australia.
- Guangzhou Open (WTA 250): Sky Sports in the UK, Tennis Channel in the US and beIN Sports/Stan Sport in Australia.
- Tokyo Pan Pacific Open (WTA 500): Sky Sports in the UK, Tennis Channel in the US and beIN Sports/Stan Sport in Australia.
- Dates: October 26–November 1, 2026.
Tournament dates are based on the official tour calendars. Check local broadcaster listings for confirmation of coverage and individual match times.
How to watch the tennis in the UK and US
| Tournament | UK broadcaster | UK streaming | US broadcaster |
| Vienna Open | Sky Sports Tennis | Sky Go / NOW / Sky Sports+ | Tennis Channel |
| Swiss Indoors Basel | Sky Sports Tennis | Sky Go / NOW / Sky Sports+ | Tennis Channel |
| Guangzhou Open | Sky Sports Tennis | Sky Go / NOW / Sky Sports+ | Tennis Channel |
| Tokyo Pan Pacific Open | Sky Sports Tennis | Sky Go / NOW / Sky Sports+ | Tennis Channel |
Sky Sports is the main option for UK viewers, with its tennis channels showing coverage from both the ATP and WTA Tours. Streaming options include Sky Go for eligible subscribers and NOW with a suitable Sports Membership.
The European tournaments in Vienna and Basel are particularly convenient for British fans, with live coverage generally beginning during the afternoon. The Asian tournaments require earlier starts, especially during the closing stages of the week.
For viewers in the United States, Tennis Channel and its streaming service provide coverage, although the precise match selection and broadcast times can vary by day.
How to watch the tennis in Australia
| Tournament | Broadcaster | Streaming |
| Vienna Open | beIN Sports | beIN SPORTS CONNECT |
| Swiss Indoors Basel | beIN Sports | beIN SPORTS CONNECT |
| Guangzhou Open | beIN Sports | beIN SPORTS CONNECT / Stan Sport |
| Tokyo Pan Pacific Open | beIN Sports | beIN SPORTS CONNECT / Stan Sport |
Australian viewers can check beIN Sports for the ATP tournaments, while the WTA events in Guangzhou and Tokyo may also be available through beIN Sports and Stan Sport services. Check the relevant service's daily schedule for the specific matches available.
Coverage may also be available through international broadcasters in other territories. Check the ATP or WTA broadcast listings for your country.
What time does the tennis start?
The time difference between the tournaments means the viewing schedule varies considerably depending on where the matches are being played.
| Location | Typical UK viewing window | Time difference from UK |
| Vienna, Austria | Afternoon and evening | 1 hour ahead |
| Basel, Switzerland | Afternoon and evening | 1 hour ahead |
| Guangzhou, China | Early morning | 8 hours ahead |
| Tokyo, Japan | Early morning | 9 hours ahead |
The UK returned to Greenwich Mean Time on Sunday, October 25. This means China is eight hours ahead of the UK, while Japan is nine hours ahead.
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Key dates for the final stages
| Tournament | Semi-finals | Final |
| Vienna Open | Saturday, October 31 | Sunday, November 1 |
| Swiss Indoors Basel | Saturday, October 31 | Sunday, November 1 |
| Guangzhou Open | Saturday, October 31 | Sunday, November 1 |
| Tokyo Pan Pacific Open | Saturday, October 31 | Sunday, November 1 |
The four tournaments are scheduled to conclude on Sunday, November 1. Exact UK start times for individual matches depend on the order of play and should be checked against the broadcaster's daily schedule.
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