Partnership with USTA and IMG to deliver every match live on Star Sports Network and JioHotstar starting with the 2025 edition
Mumbai, August 6, 2025: In a major boost to its premium sports portfolio, JioStar has acquired the exclusive broadcast and streaming rights for the US Open Tennis Championships for the next five years, beginning with the 2025 edition. The deal, secured through USTA’s global media rights partner IMG, will bring every serve, rally, and match point from the prestigious Grand Slam directly to Indian fans via Star Sports Network and JioHotstar.
Recognised as one of the most iconic and highest-attended tennis tournaments in the world, the US Open promises world-class action from the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. This year’s Main Draw will unfold over 15 action-packed days from August 18 to September 7, showcasing elite-level matches under the New York lights.
Indian tennis fans can look forward to seeing global stars like Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, Novak Djokovic, and Coco Gauff, with Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka returning to defend their singles titles.
Adding to the excitement is a reimagined US Open Mixed Doubles Championship, which will feature a blockbuster line-up of 16 star pairs competing for a record $1 million prize purse. Headlining the pairings are:
Carlos Alcaraz & Emma Raducanu
Jannik Sinner & Emma NavarroIga Świątek & Casper Ruud
Novak Djokovic & Olga Danilovic
Venus Williams & Reilly Opelka
Ben Shelton & Taylor Townsend
Defending Champions: Sara Errani & Andrea Vavassori
To enhance viewer experience, JioStar will integrate its signature fan-first innovations, including multi-language commentary, behind-the-scenes content, and interactive coverage across both Star Sports Network and JioHotstar, setting a new benchmark for Grand Slam broadcasting in India.
Harry Griffith, Head of International Acquisitions & Syndication at JioStar, commented:
> “We are thrilled to add the US Open to our expanding portfolio of world-class sporting events. This association with the USTA deepens the range of premier global sports content available to fans on our platforms. With the US Open, JioStar is now the home of two of the four prestigious Grand Slams, reaffirming our commitment to delivering top-tier live action to every corner of the country.”
Kirsten Corio, Chief Commercial Officer, USTA, added:
> “We are delighted to partner with JioStar to bring the US Open to our fans across India. Their forward-thinking, digital-first approach and vast scale make them the ideal partner to carry the tournament into a new era. We look forward to delivering a world-class viewing experience that is innovative and engaging.”
With broadcast rights to marquee properties including ICC events, Indian cricket teams, IPL, WPL, Wimbledon, Premier League, and Pro Kabaddi League, JioStar continues to cement its leadership as India’s premier sports destination.
About JioStar:
JioStar is India’s leading sports and entertainment network, offering a robust lineup of national and international events across digital and broadcast platforms. Through innovation and unmatched scale, JioStar delivers immersive viewing experiences to millions of fans.
