Alcaraz vs Zverev Free Streams: TV Channels, Start Times & Preview for Australian Open 2026 semi-final

• Alcaraz vs Zverev: Friday, January 30
• Start time: 3.30am GMT / 10.30pm ET (Thu.) / 2.30pm AEDT
• FREE stream: 9Now (AUS)
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Watch Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev live streams at the 2026 Australian Open to see if the top seed can reach his first-ever final in Melbourne or whether the German ace will make the showpiece event for the second year in succession.

Despite being a six-time major champion and the world No. 1, there were some question marks around Alcaraz heading into the tournament as he had never managed to advance beyond the quarter-final stage at Melbourne Park. The Spaniard has seemingly put those doubts to bed as he has cruised into the last four without dropping a set.

The 22-year-old has been simply sensational, particularly in his quarter-final against home favorite Alex de Minaur. Pushed hard in the opening set, he raised his game to another level in the following two sets as he dropped just three games. Full of confidence and improving with each match, he’ll be seeking revenge for his quarter-final defeat to Zverev in 2024.

While Alcaraz has breezed into the last four, Zverev has had to fight hard, coming through four-set battles in each of the first three rounds. After easing past Francisco Cerundolo in the fourth round, he had to come through another serious test in the quarters against rising American star Learner Tien.

Zverev’s serve proved crucial in the four-set victory over Tien as he fired down 20 aces. He will need to produce a similar display against Alcaraz, against whom he has won six of 12 matches, if he hopes to reach the final once again.

Here's how to watch the Alcaraz vs Zverev from anywhere, including worldwide TV channels, broadcasters and any free live streams below.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev for FREE

Channel 9 and its streaming service 9Now is again the free-to-air home of the Australian Open 2026 Down Under.

They will be showing every game of the tournament, including the semi-final between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev.

You will need an account with a valid Aussie postcode (e.g. 2002).

Traveling outside Australia for the tournament? Use NordVPN to get past geo-blockers and tune in to the 9Now coverage.

Use a VPN to watch any Alcaraz vs Zverev stream

The Australian Open 2026, including Alcaraz vs Zverev, is being streamed all over the world, but what if you are outside your usual country and can't watch your home stream?

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It's really straightforward to use a VPN to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For example, if you want to watch the 9Now stream, select 'Australia' from the listed countries.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to 9Now's website and tune into Alcaraz vs Zverev.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams in the US

In the US, the Australian Open 2026, including Alcaraz vs Zverev, is being shown on ESPN and the Tennis Channel, which offers a FREE 7-day trial to new users.

A Tennis Channel subscription then costs $109.99 per year or $9.99 per month.

ESPN Select will broadcast the whole tournament. A standalone subscription costs $12.99 a month or $129.99 a year, but you can also get their ESPN Unlimited package that includes everything ESPN has to offer. Or you can watch through the Disney Plus/Hulu/ESPN bundle, which costs from $19.99.

Looking for an 'over the top' streaming option that carries hundreds of other channels? The Tennis Channel and ESPN is also available on Sling TV

For access to ESPN and the Tennis Channel, you'll want Sling Orange, which costs $45.99 a month, with 50% off your first month. You get access to over 30 channels, including the Tennis Channel, ESPN, Disney Channel and CNN.

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How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams in the UK

TNT Sports 1 will broadcast Alcaraz vs Zverev, which is available via Discovery+.

You can get the channel by adding TNT Sports to your Sky, Virgin Media or EE TV package, or pay from £30.99 per month for a Discovery+ plan that includes TNT Sports.

Don't want to miss any of the Australian Open 2026? Use a VPN to watch Discovery+ from abroad.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams in Australia

Tennis fans Down Under are amongst the luckiest in the world as they will be able to watch FREE Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams via 9Now.

Not in Australia right now? You can simply use a VPN like NordVPN to watch all the action on 9Now as if you were back home.

However, if you're someone who wants to watch in 4K then Stan Sport is where you want to go. It costs $20 a month on top of a regular Stan subscription costing from $12 a month.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams in Canada

Tennis fans in Canada can live stream the Alcaraz vs Zverev match on the TSN network of channels.

If you don't have cable, the TSN Plus streaming service costs CA$8 a month or CA$80 each year.

Outside Canada while the Australian Open is on? Simply use a VPN to watch from abroad.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams in New Zealand

Sky Sport NZ is the Australian Open 2026 TV rights holder in New Zealand.

You can access Sky Sport , which is showing Alcaraz vs Zverev, through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.

Missing a game due to work commitments abroad? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Zverev live streams anywhere else

Across Europe, Eurosport (and streaming service Discovery+) has blanket coverage of the Australian Open 2026, including Alcaraz vs Zverev.

In the Middle East, beIN Sports has the tennis live streams. In Africa beIN Sports and SuperSport are the places to go, depending on your country.

In India and the subcontinent, it's Sony Sports Network, while CCTV in China and WOWOW in Japan are the most prominent broadcasters in Asia.

A handy list of broadcasters from all around the world is provided by tournament organizers here.

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