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| This match took place on July 27, 2025 Click here for commentator listings for todays matches. |
The highly anticipated first-round match between Jaqueline Cristian and Marina Stakusic at the 2025 Canadian Open WTA 1000 will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Tennis in the UK, starting at 16:10 UK time on Sunday, July 27, 2025. Fans in the UK can watch with presenter Gigi Salmon, main commentator Adam Fielder, and co-commentator Miles Maclagan providing expert insights live from the IGA Stadium in Montreal. For streaming, Sky Sports+ offers coverage with the world feed commentary for those who prefer online viewing. Meanwhile, Canadian viewers can access the match on SportsNet 360°, which also uses the world feed commentary. In the United States, the match will be available both on the Tennis Channel app and through the world feed broadcast, featuring commentary by Mark Valledy[1].
Sky Sports Tennis is renowned for its comprehensive tennis coverage, backed by experienced broadcasters like Gigi Salmon, who has extensive experience presenting major tennis tournaments including Wimbledon and the US Open. Adam Fielder, as the lead commentator, brings a rich background in tennis analysis, while co-commentator Miles Maclagan is a former professional player and respected coach, adding tactical depth to the live commentary. Their combined expertise enhances the viewing experience by providing detailed match analysis and player insights.
Jaqueline Cristian, ranked 49th globally with a strong 24-16 win-loss record in 2025 and particularly impressive performance on hard courts (12-6), arrives in Montreal fresh from a semi-final finish in Iasi. Cristian has shown solid form this year, including a title win in Puerto Vallarta, and is widely tipped to have the edge in this match against Canadian wildcard Marina Stakusic, who despite home crowd support, is battling recent form and injury issues[1][2][3].
The match promises exciting action on the outdoor hard courts of the IGA Stadium. Commentary from Sky Sports and the world feed will provide in-depth coverage of their tactical play styles and match developments. Both Tennis Channel and SportsNet 360° employ the world feed commentary led by Mark Valledy, ensuring a consistent viewing experience for North American fans.
Viewers keen to keep up with the latest news and live scores can also follow the WTA TV platform, streaming with the same world feed commentary. For tickets and venue information or further details on this exciting fixture, fans can access official Canadian Open resources and ticket vendors[1].
For more on the players and the tournament:
- Official WTA website for player stats and match updates
- Canadian Open / National Bank Open official site for event info and tickets
- Sky Sports Tennis for broadcast schedules and expert analysis
This opening round clash on July 27, 2025, promises to be a compelling start to the Canadian Open, combining expert commentary and world-class tennis on multiple viewing platforms in the UK, US, and Canada. p
