Just one match and a formidable opponent stands between Taylor Fritz and breaking a 21-year Grand Slam drought for American men.
Today, Fritz, ranked No. 12, will take on reigning Australian Open champ and No. 1 ranked Jannik Sinner in the finals of the 2024 US Open. It marks Fritz’s first final in a Grand Slam event, while Sinner has reached at least the semifinals of all four major Grand Slams in 2024.
Fritz is the first American man to appear in the final of a major Grand Slam event since 2009; 2006 was the last time an American played in the men’s singles final at the US Open. He earned his spot in the final by beating friend and fellow American Frances Tiafoe over five thrilling sets on Friday night.
Sinner, a controversial figure heading into the US Open, easily earned his spot in the final after a semifinal against No. 25 Jack Draper. Ahead of this year’s US Open, it was revealed Sinner tested positive for trace amounts of the anabolic steroid Clostebol twice in an eight-day period in March; he was not suspended, but was docked ranking points and prize money.
Whoever wins the US Open will also become a cool $3,600,000 richer (and the runner up will still take home $1,800,000).
This afternoon, the final match airs live on ABC and ESPN+.
US Open Men’s Final date and time: When is Sinner vs. Fritz at the US Open?
Taylor Fritz and Jannik Sinner face off today, September 8, at 2:00 p.m. ET. A match preview will begin on ABC at 1:00 p.m. ET.
What channel is the US Open on?
Today’s US Open final will air on ABC. If you have cable, you’ll simply have to tune into ABC at 2:00 p.m. to watch.
How to watch and stream Sinner vs. Fritz at the US Open:
If you don’t have cable, there are a few ways to stream the match between Fritz and Sinner.
ESPN+
ESPN+ costs $10.99/month, and with a subscription, you’ll be able to stream other sporting events that air on ESPN, like Monday Night Football (which returns tomorrow with Jets vs. 49ers).
Sling TV
Sling TV doesn’t offer a free trial, but you can get 50% off your first month no matter which plan you subscribe to. Sling Blue includes ABC, so that’s the one you’ll want to get. Your first month will cost $22.50, before reverting back to the standard $45.00/month.
Hulu + Live TV
If you want to stream the US Open with a free trial, consider Hulu + Live TV, which includes ABC and comes with a three-day free trial before costing $76.99/month.
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