Tennis news, live scores and how to watch from Africa

Tennis moves fast — matches, rankings and shocks happen every week. Want clear updates and a quick way to catch the action? Start here. We bring match recaps, player spotlights (like Ben Shelton’s breakthrough at the Masters 1000 in Toronto), and simple, practical tips to watch live without missing the best moments.

Read match summaries for what really mattered: who changed momentum, which serves broke down under pressure, and what that win or loss means for rankings. If you care about the US Open or the next big tournament, our briefs cut to the point so you know who’s on form and who’s under the spotlight.

How to follow matches and get live scores

Want live updates that won’t drown you in noise? Use two quick tools: a live-score app (ATP/WTA official apps or a trusted sports app) and push notifications from this site. Set alerts for the players or tournaments you care about, not every match — that keeps notifications useful. When a match starts, check the live stats for serve speed, break points and winners-to-errors ratio. Those numbers tell you who’s in control faster than reading long previews.

For smart scheduling: convert match times to your local time once, then save the session. Time zones will bite you otherwise — many big events air late at night in Africa. If you can’t watch live, follow the live text commentary or instant highlights clips to catch the turning points in minutes.

Where to watch in Africa and what to expect

Major tournaments usually appear on regional sports channels and streaming services. SuperSport often covers Grand Slams and big ATP/WTA events across sub-Saharan Africa. Also check official tournament streams, ATP/WTA services, and international platforms like Eurosport or ESPN where available. If a live broadcast isn’t available in your country, highlights and full-match replays are commonly posted on official apps or the tournament’s social accounts within hours.

For a better viewing experience: use a wired connection or strong Wi-Fi, lower stream quality if your bandwidth drops, and watch match highlights when you only have 10–15 minutes. Follow players on social media for locker-room reactions and quick clips — they often share what broadcasters miss.

Players to watch this season include rising stars and big names making comebacks. Ben Shelton’s recent Masters 1000 win changed his trajectory and makes him a player to track at the US Open. Also keep an eye on established contenders at Grand Slams; form can flip quickly, and early rounds often tell the biggest stories.

Bookmark this tag, enable alerts, and check back after big matches for clear recaps and takeaways you can actually use. Want a heads-up for a match or player? Tap the alert icon on our tennis pages to stay in the loop.