What time is Coco Gauff v Jessica Pegula on Sunday at WTA Finals and how can you watch in the UK, USA and Australia
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The WTA Tour's season-ending championship begins this week, with the world's leading women's tennis players competing at the WTA Finals Indian Wells.
The WTA Finals takes place from November 8–15, 2026, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California, with eight singles players and eight doubles teams battling for the prestigious end-of-season titles.
For tennis fans in the UK, the tournament is available through Sky Sports, with Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports Main Event providing coverage. The time difference between California and Britain means the matches are scheduled for evening viewing.
In the United States, Tennis Channel is the broadcaster for the WTA Finals. Australian viewers can follow the tournament through beIN Sports Australia and Stan Sport.
Quick answer
- WTA Finals Indian Wells: Sky Sports in the UK, Tennis Channel in the US and beIN Sports Australia / Stan Sport.
- Dates: November 8–15, 2026.
- Venue: Indian Wells Tennis Garden, California.
- UK start time: 20:00 GMT for the opening session.
Tournament dates are based on the official WTA calendar. Check local broadcaster listings for confirmation of coverage and individual match times.
How to watch the WTA Finals in the UK and US
| UK broadcaster | UK streaming | US broadcaster |
| Sky Sports Tennis / Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Go / NOW / Sky Sports+ | Tennis Channel |
| Broadcaster | Streaming | |
| beIN Sports Australia / Stan Sport | beIN SPORTS CONNECT / Stan Sport |
Sky Sports is the main option for UK viewers, with coverage of the WTA Finals throughout the eight-day tournament.
Streaming options include Sky Go for eligible subscribers and NOW with a suitable Sports Membership.
The opening session begins at 20:00 UK time on Sunday, November 8, with the same scheduled start time continuing throughout the round-robin stage.
For viewers in the United States, Tennis Channel provides coverage of the tournament, with streaming options available through its subscription service and selected television packages.
How to watch the WTA Finals in Australia
| UK broadcaster | UK streaming | US broadcaster |
| Sky Sports Tennis / Sky Sports Main Event | Sky Go / NOW / Sky Sports+ | Tennis Channel |
| Broadcaster | Streaming | |
| beIN Sports Australia / Stan Sport | beIN SPORTS CONNECT / Stan Sport |
Australian viewers can follow the WTA Finals through beIN Sports Australia and Stan Sport, with coverage options depending on their subscription.
Coverage may also be available through international broadcasters in other territories. Check the WTA's broadcast listings for your country.
What time does the WTA Finals start?
The WTA Finals is being held in Indian Wells, California, which is eight hours behind the UK during November.
| Location | Typical UK viewing window | Time difference from UK |
| Indian Wells, California | Evening and late night | 8 hours behind |
The UK is currently observing Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), following the clocks changing on Sunday, October 25.
The tournament's scheduled 12:00 local start translates to 20:00 UK time, making the WTA Finals particularly accessible for British viewers.
Key dates for the final stages
| Stage | Date |
| Round-robin stage | Sunday, November 8 – Friday, November 13 |
| Semi-finals | Saturday, November 14 |
| Singles and doubles finals | Sunday, November 15 |
The WTA Finals will conclude on Sunday, November 15, when the singles and doubles champions are crowned.
WTA Finals Indian Wells: Players and format
The WTA Finals features eight singles players split into two groups of four, with the top two from each group progressing to the semi-finals.
The original field included Elena Rybakina, Aryna Sabalenka, Mirra Andreeva, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Elina Svitolina, Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova.
However, defending champion Rybakina withdrew before the tournament due to illness, with Marta Kostyuk replacing her.
The updated singles groups are:
| Group 1 | Group 2 |
| Coco Gauff | Aryna Sabalenka |
| Jessica Pegula | Mirra Andreeva |
| Linda Noskova | Elina Svitolina |
| Marta Kostyuk | Karolina Muchova |
Each player is guaranteed three round-robin matches, with the top two in each group advancing to the knockout stages.
The 2026 edition marks the WTA Finals' return to the United States, with the tournament being staged at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden for the first time.
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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