Alcaraz vs Djokovic Free Streams: How to watch Australian Open 2026 men's final from anywhere

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain plays a backhand against during the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
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  • Alcaraz vs Djokovic: Sunday, February 1
  • Start time: 8.30am GMT / 3.30am ET / 7.30pm AEDT
  • FREE stream: 9Now (AUS)
  • Access your usual streaming services with NordVPN (save 70% today)

Sunday's Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic live streams in the 2026 Australian Open men's final see the best player on Earth right now come up against arguably the greatest the planet has ever seen, after both came though epic semi-finals on Friday.

In his way, however, is a man who has won this tournament a ridiculous 10 times and, at the age of 38, seems to be playing some of the best tennis of his career. How else do you explain the way he overcame a player 14 years his junior in the semis, as he defeated reigning champ Jannik Sinner over five extraordinary sets? Novak now has the chance to win his 25th Slam on Sunday.

Here's how to live stream Alcaraz vs Djokovic and watch Australian Open 2026 from anywhere, including worldwide TV channels, broadcasters and free live streams.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Djokovic for FREE

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

They're showing every game of the tournament – including the final between Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic.

You'll just need to sign up for a free account, together with a valid Aussie postcode (e.g. 3006).

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

Use a VPN to watch any Alcaraz vs Djokovic stream

The Australian Open 2026, including Alcaraz vs Djokovic, 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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Get NordVPN and stream Alcaraz vs Djokovic from anywhere.

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

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 Djokovic.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Djokovic live streams in the US

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In the US, the Australian Open 2026, including Alcaraz vs Djokovic, 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.

Looking for an 'over the top' streaming option that carries ESPN among its line-up of channels? ESPN is also available on Sling TV . You'll need a Sling Orange plan, which costs from $45.99 a month, or as little as $4.99 for one day.

ESPN Select is also broadcasting the whole tournament. with subscriptions costing from $12.99 a month or $129.99 a year.

Outside the US for this tournament? Use NordVPN to unlock your stream of the Australian Open 2026.

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Sling TV gives you live TV at an affordable price. The Sling Orange package includes Australian Open 2026 broadcasters ESPN, with prices starting from $4.99 a day and flexible rolling monthly plans from $45.99.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Djokovic live streams in the UK

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TNT Sports 1 will broadcast Alcaraz vs Djokovic in the UK, which is also 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 Djokovic live streams in Australia

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Tennis fans Down Under are amongst the luckiest in the world as they will be able to watch FREE Alcaraz vs Djokovic 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 Stan Premium subscription costing $22 a month.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Djokovic live streams in Canada

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Tennis fans in Canada can live stream the Alcaraz vs Djokovic 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 Djokovic live streams in New Zealand

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

You can also access Sky Sport with a flexible Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.

Out of the country due to commitments abroad? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.

How to watch Alcaraz vs Djokovic live streams anywhere else

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

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.

Away from home at the moment? Don't forget NordVPN will give you access to your regular streaming service.

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