How to watch the Rio Open with a VPN
ExpressVPN is here to help you safely and securely stream the Rio Open in blazing-fast HD. First, you’ll need to follow a few steps.
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in a region that will have the Rio Open, such as the U.S. or the United Kingdom.
- Log in to your preferred streaming platform, including YouTube TV, Fubo, or NOW.
- Tune in and enjoy!
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Can I use a VPN to watch the Rio Open from another country?
Some users watch the Rio Open by connecting to a VPN server in a country other than their own, but doing so may violate copyright or the streaming service’s terms of use. ExpressVPN is a privacy and security tool, and using it to circumvent copyright is against our Terms of Service. We cannot see or control what you do while connected to our VPN, so you are responsible for ensuring that your use complies with all relevant terms and laws.
Should I use a free VPN to watch tennis events?
Rather than use a free VPN to watch tennis events, including the Rio Open, tennis fans should instead use ExpressVPN all season long. ExpressVPN offers high-speed servers in 105 countries and easy-to-use apps for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS. Additionally, ExpressVPN is available on platforms that other VPN companies may not support, like Linux, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, and routers, plus browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. If you need help along the way, ExpressVPN offers 24/7 live chat support and a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee!
Best VPN for watching the Rio Open
ExpressVPN is the best VPN for safely and securely streaming the Rio Open. With next-gen 10-Gbps servers in locations around the world, you can enjoy the full privacy protections of a VPN without ever missing a second of the action. ExpressVPN has easy-to-use apps for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, not to mention a range of ways to stream on your big-screen TV. If you need help along the way, ExpressVPN offers 24/7 live chat support and a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee!
Watch the Rio Open with free trials
Some streaming services offer the Tennis Channel and a free trial.
United States
YouTube TV
Price: Varies
YouTube TV’s Sports Plus add-on (extra 11 USD/month on top of the 73 USD/month subscription) includes the Tennis Channel for U.S. viewers who want to live stream the Rio Open. Free trials are available.
Fubo
Price: Varies
Channel: Tennis Channel
With Fubo, U.S. subscribers can access all the games from the Rio Open via the Tennis Channel—available through the Sports Lite and Sports Plus add-on packages (extra 10 USD/month and 11 USD/month, respectively, on top of the 80 USD/month subscription). A seven-day free trial is available.
DirecTV Stream
Price: 100 USD/month
Channel: Tennis Channel
United States residents can live stream Rio Open matches on the Tennis Channel, which you can access by subscribing to DirecTV Stream’s Choice package. A five-day free trial is available.
United Kingdom
NOW
Price: 33 GBP/month or 12 GBP/day pass
For British fans, NOW is the perfect way to watch 11 Sky Sports channels online contract-free, allowing you to live stream the Rio Open. If you only want to tune in to one particular match, you can opt for a day pass or take advantage of the seven-day free trial. Check the Sky Sports schedule to know when to tune in.
Other ways to watch the Rio Open
United States
Hulu + Live TV
Price: 77 USD/month
Hulu does not have a free trial, but it now offers the Tennis Channel for American fans looking to watch the Rio Open.
Sling TV
Price: Varies
The Tennis Channel is included in Sling TV’s Sports package add-on, which is available for an extra 11 USD/month (on top of the basic Sling Orange or Blue package) and allows U.S. subscribers to live stream every Rio Open match. You’ll also have access to other channels, including NBA TV, MLB Network, NHL Network, and beIN SPORTS.
Canada
TSN+
Price: 20 CAD/month
Canadian tennis fans can live stream the Rio Open, as well as other tennis tournaments, on TSN+. While it doesn’t offer a free trial, TSN+ does allow users to purchase a one-day pass for less than 11 CAD (which is handy if you only want to watch a specific match or the final).
Note: You may need a Canadian payment method to subscribe.
United Kingdom
Sky Sports
Price: 22 GBP/month and up
Living in the UK? Sky Sports is your best bet for Rio Open live streams. However, specialized equipment is required. United Kingdom residents will also need to provide a valid postal code and a UK/Ireland credit or debit card.
If you’re traveling abroad and you already have an existing Sky subscription (and the Sky Sports add-on), you can access Sky Go with a VPN and get set up in a minute! Simply connect to a server location in the UK and log in at Sky Go.
Where will the Rio Open games be played?
The Rio Open will be held at the Jockey Club Brasileiro in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Recent Rio Open winners
| Year | Men’s winner | Women’s winner |
| 2014 | Rafael Nadal | Kurumi Nara |
| 2015 | David Ferrer | Sara Errani |
| 2016 | Pablo Cuevas | Francesca Schiavone |
| 2017 | Dominic Thiem | N/A |
| 2018 | Diego Schwartzman | N/A |
| 2019 | Laslo Đere | N/A |
| 2020 | Cristian Garín | N/A |
| 2021 | Event not held (pandemic) | N/A |
| 2022 | Carlos Alcaraz | N/A |
| 2023 | Cameron Norrie | N/A |
| 2024 | Sebastian Baez | N/A |
Note: The Rio Open’s women’s tournament was discontinued in 2016.
ExpressVPN is a VPN service not intended to be used as a means of copyright circumvention. Please read the ExpressVPN Terms of Service and your content provider’s Terms of Use for more details.
FAQ for tennis live streams
Should I use a free VPN to watch tennis?
ExpressVPN offers premium features that free VPN services may not include, such as high-speed servers in 105 countries. An ExpressVPN subscription allows you to live stream tennis without buffering or stuttering. You can try ExpressVPN risk-free with your 30-day money-back guarantee!
Can I stream tennis on my computer?
Can I stream tennis on my phone or tablet?
Yes. ExpressVPN has apps for every major mobile device, including iOS and Android.
Where can I stream this week’s matches?
Check out the event-specific information at the top of this page, which will always list out the date, time, and streaming platforms available to watch the latest tennis events. We’ve also got dedicated pages for each of the Grand Slam tournaments: The Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open.
To watch tennis online, simply follow these steps:
1. Get ExpressVPN
2. Connect to a server location in the country of your preferred broadcaster
3. Log in to your preferred streaming services (such as 9Now)
4. Watch tennis live streams!
I connected to the suggested VPN server location but I can’t log in to the streaming service!
No worries! Server load changes rapidly (especially when lots of people are trying to watch certain events), but that’s exactly why ExpressVPN has high-speed servers all over the world. If you’re trying to access a site in the U.S. or Germany, for instance, try connecting to a different server location in those countries.
If you’re trying to connect to a country with one server location, the first step is to check your location settings. If you’re on a mobile device, disconnect from the VPN, turn off location services, then connect to the VPN again. On both Windows and Mac computers, you can turn off Location Services within the Privacy & Security settings menu.
For more help, you can always talk to a member of our Support Team, available 24/7 by live chat.
I connected to the VPN but my internet speed is slow
If your internet speed is slow or your streaming seems to lag, there are a few possible reasons:
-The distance of your selected VPN server location from your physical location
-Your connection type (wired connections are more reliable than wireless connections)
-Suboptimal interconnectivity between the VPN and your ISP
-Slow internet connection speed at your location
-Your device type and processing power
Try each of the following steps to troubleshoot:
-Download the latest version of ExpressVPN
-Connect to a different VPN server location
-Change your VPN protocol
If you try each of the above and are still experiencing issues with your streaming speed, contact the ExpressVPN Support Team 24/7 and someone will be with you in seconds.
Does ExpressVPN include a Tennis Channel subscription?
No, ExpressVPN does not come with a Tennis Channel subscription. If you don’t already have one, you’ll need to sign up separately. But ExpressVPN does work seamlessly with all the most popular streaming apps from around the world. Using a VPN for streaming ensures you watch securely in blazing-fast HD with unlimited bandwidth, free from ISP throttling (which can sometimes slow down speeds). If you want to watch your favorite player from anywhere—even while traveling or on unsecured networks like public Wi-Fi—ExpressVPN is a great way to enhance your sports streaming experience.
