Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac live streaming, TV channel, where & how to watch: ATP Qatar Open 2026
Sinner is set to make his Doha debut.
World No. 2 Jannik Sinner opens his ATP Qatar Open 2026 campaign with a first-round clash against Czech rising star Tomas Machac in Doha. The Italian arrives as the second seed and one of the leading title contenders, eager to begin his push back toward the World No. 1 ranking after his recent setback at the Australian Open.
Sinner has continued to establish himself as one of the most complete hard-court players on tour, combining powerful baseline hitting, precise serving, and improved mental strength. Making his debut at this ATP 500 event, the 24-year-old enters the tournament with no immediate ranking pressure and clear motivation.
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Machac, ranked just outside the top 30, presents an intriguing early challenge. The Czech enjoyed a solid start to the 2026 season, highlighted by a title win in Adelaide, and has shown he can trouble top players with his aggressive all-court game and athleticism.
History heavily favours the Italian, who holds a 2-0 head-to-head record over Machac, both victories coming on hard courts in 2024.
When and where will Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac, first-round match at ATP Qatar Open 2026 take place?
Second seed Sinner clashes against Tomas Machac on February 16 (Monday) on the outdoor hardcourts of the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in the capital city of Doha, Qatar. It has a tentative start time of 7:30 pm at 10 pm in India.
Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac match in India?
Indian fans can watch the contest live on Tennis TV and Fancode.
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Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac match in UK?
Viewers in the UK can watch the blockbuster match live on Sky Sports and streaming partner NOW.
Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac match in USA?
ESPN and Tennis Channel will broadcast the action-packed clash in the US along with streaming partners ESPN+ and Fubo.
Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac match worldwide?
| Country | Television/Streaming Channel |
|---|---|
| Australia | beIN Sports Australia |
| Belgium | Telenet (Play Sports); BeTV (with Luxembourg) |
| Canada | TSN |
| China | ESPN International China |
| Cyprus | CYTA |
| Czech Republic | DigiSport |
| Slovakia | DigiSport |
| Denmark | TV2 Denmark |
| France | Eurosport France; beIN Sports France (WTA) |
| Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein | Sky Deutschland |
| Greece | OTE |
| Hong Kong | PCCW; Now TV (WTA) |
| Hungary | Network4 |
| India | Tennis TV, Fancode |
| Israel | Sport5 Israel |
| Italy | Sky Italia |
| Japan | WOWOW |
| South Korea | Eclat; CJ ENM (WTA) |
| Africa | Supersport Africa |
| Malta | GO Sports TSN |
| Netherlands | Ziggo Sport; DAZN (WTA) |
| New Zealand | Tennis TV; DAZN (WTA) |
| Norway | TV2 Norway; DAZN (WTA) |
| Poland | Polsat; Canal+ (WTA) |
| Portugal | Sport TV Portugal |
| Romania | RCS & RDS (Digisport) |
| Spain | Telefonica / Movistar; DAZN (WTA) |
| Sweden, Finland | TV4 AB; DAZN (WTA) |
| United Kingdom, Ireland | Sky UK |
| United States | Tennis Channel |
Where and when will Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac first-round match at ATP Qatar Open 2026 take place?
The opening match will be held at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha on February 16 (Monday). The match has a tentative start time of 7:30 pm local time and 10 pm in India.
Where can fans watch Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac first-round match live in India?
In India, fans can watch the match live on FanCode and Tennis TV.
Where can fans watch Jannik Sinner vs Tomas Machac first-round match live in USA?
Fans in the USA can watch the match live on ESPN+ and Fubo.
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Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.