The US Open men’s singles final 2025 has officially smashed records and set a new benchmark for tennis viewership on ESPN. If someone told you that this tennis final would draw so much interest and attract millions, much more than last year, you might have thought it was an exaggeration. But the numbers don’t lie; this final became the most-watched tennis telecast on ESPN in a decade, proving once again that the world can’t get enough of top-tier tennis drama.
US Open Men’s Singles Final 2025
The clash between Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz and Italy’s Jannik Sinner wasn’t just a battle of skill; it was a spectacle that captivated 3 million viewers on ABC, marking a staggering 82% increase over 2024’s final. This is no small feat, especially considering it’s the highest viewership the network has seen since the legendary 2015 final between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, which drew 3.2 million. Alcaraz’s four-set victory over Sinner wasn’t just a win on the court; it was a win for tennis fans craving fresh rivalries and unbelievable athleticism.
Why Such A Surge In Viewers?
Well, it’s simple. Tennis fans are thrilled to have another legendary rivalry once again between Alcaraz and Sinner, a storyline full of tension, passion, and moments that make you jump out of your seat. These two young guns have dominated the last eight men’s Grand Slam finals between them, an extraordinary level of consistency that recalls the iconic dominance of the Big Three (Federer, Nadal, Djokovic) from the past two decades.
This year, the US Open men’s singles final 2025 timing was even tougher, given it clashed with the opening weekend of the NFL season, arguably the biggest juggernaut in American sports TV. Despite that, pulling in 3 million viewers highlights the sheer magnetism of this matchup and the growing appetite for tennis in the US.
The whole tournament enjoyed a big bump in viewers across the board, with ESPN reporting its largest quarterfinal and semifinal audiences in over a decade. The women’s final wasn’t far behind, attracting 2.4 million fans, a 50% increase compared to last year. All signs point to tennis riding a wave of renewed popularity boosted by star power, riveting matches, and smart broadcast strategies like the new Sunday start, which drew ESPN’s highest Day 1 viewership since 2022.
US Open 2025 Total Viewership On ESPN
| Event | Viewers (Millions) | Network(s) | % Increase vs. 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Championship (Match) | 3.3 | ABC (match only) | — |
| Men’s Championship (Total) | 3.0 | ABC (including trophy) | +82% |
| Women’s Championship | 2.4 | ESPN | +50% |
| Men’s Semifinals | 1.8 | ESPN | +37% |
| Women’s Semifinals | 1.8 | ESPN | +62% |
| Quarterfinals | 1.4 | ESPN | +55% |
| Round of 16 (Total) | 1.5 | ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 | +51% |
| Round of 16 (ABC only) | 2.2 | ABC | Most-viewed since 2015 |
| Coverage Through Third Round | 0.873 | ESPN, ESPN2 | +28% |
| Coverage Through Second Round | 0.784 | ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 | +43% |
| First Round Coverage | 0.75 | ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 | +48% |
| New Sunday Start (Day 1) | 1.2 (ABC), 0.808 (ABC & ESPN2) | ABC, ESPN2 | +83% |
| Mixed Doubles Semifinals & Finals | 0.343 | ESPN2 | +31% |
Tennis on ESPN is back with a bang. The US Open men’s singles final 2025 didn’t just break records; it reignited excitement, brought fresh faces to the spotlight, and proved the sport’s future is brighter than ever.
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