US Open 2025 Studio Coverage on BBC Radio 5 Live

British tennis fans can catch comprehensive studio coverage of the US Open 2025 on BBC Radio 5 Live and the BBC Sounds App starting at 19:30 UK time on 19 August 2025. The programme, called 5 Live Tennis, offers expert insights along with live updates from the US Open, one of the Grand Slam tennis events held annually in the United States.

Kelly Cates leads the coverage as the presenter. An established broadcaster known for her work on BBC sport programmes, Cates brings professional experience and calm engagement to the tennis studio coverage. Kelly is joined by two key pundits: Pat Cash and Naomi Broady.

Pat Cash, a former top tennis professional and Wimbledon champion (1987), is a familiar figure in tennis broadcasting globally. With decades of playing experience and an insightful analytical style, Cash frequently features as a pundit across major tennis broadcasts, offering viewers expert tactical and historical perspectives.

Naomi Broady complements the team bringing her experience as a professional British tennis player, known for her powerful serve and dynamic matches on the WTA Tour. Transitioning into punditry, Broady provides contemporary player viewpoints and technical analysis, adding depth to the discussions during the broadcast.

On the reporter’s front, Charlie Eccleshare provides on-the-ground coverage from the US Open venue. Eccleshare is a respected tennis journalist recognized for his up-to-date match reports and player interviews, adding immediacy and colour to the radio experience.

The programme is accessible via traditional radio broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live and via the digital streaming service, BBC Sounds, making it convenient for audiences in the UK, as well as worldwide listeners who follow tennis through the BBC’s global reach.

The broadcast forms part of the BBC’s rich history of tennis coverage, which typically includes other Grand Slams like Wimbledon and the French Open. For more information on the BBC’s tennis coverage and presenter lineups for different events, visit the BBC Radio 5 Live tennis page. For comprehensive details specifically about the US Open 2025 studio coverage, the Internet Commentator Database provides detailed listings of commentators and schedule updates.

Tennis fans in other territories often follow the US Open through broadcasters like ESPN in the United States and regional networks such as the Tennis Channel, which also offer expert commentary and live match feeds, but the BBC remains a leading source for UK listeners seeking in-depth studio analysis.