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| This match took place on August 19, 2025 Click here for commentator listings for todays matches. |
The US Open 2025 mixed doubles and qualifying matches on Tuesday, August 19, will be broadcast live on US Open Radio, providing comprehensive audio coverage starting at 4:00 pm UK time. Listeners can tune in to the expert commentary team featuring Dave Leno as the main commentator, alongside former professional champions and esteemed analysts Zina Garrison and David Macpherson. Gill Gross serves as the on-site reporter, delivering up-to-the-minute updates and interviews from the Flushing Meadows grounds. US Open Radio continues to be the authoritative source for tennis fans wanting immersive audio coverage, especially during the two-day mixed doubles tournament that precedes the main singles events scheduled from August 24 to September 7, 2025. This coverage complements televised broadcasts, such as Sky Sports in the UK, which is set to show selected mixed doubles action and the entire singles tournament live[2]. Dave Leno is a highly respected tennis commentator known for his thorough knowledge of the game and clear, engaging play-by-play narration. He has been a fixture in tennis broadcasting, covering numerous Grand Slams and top ATP and WTA events, bringing insights that appeal to both new fans and seasoned viewers. Co-commentator Zina Garrison, a former world No. 4 and Olympic silver medallist, brings rich experience from her playing career, including 14 Grand Slam finals appearances, which adds depth and strategic analysis to the commentary. Her expert perspective on match tactics and player psychology enriches the listening experience. Alongside her, David Macpherson, a former doubles specialist who reached a career-high doubles ranking of No. 11, offers detailed technical commentary and tactical breakdowns, especially valuable during the mixed doubles matches where doubles skills come to the forefront. Meanwhile, Gill Gross, an experienced tennis reporter, provides live reporting from the courts, player interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights that add colour and immediacy to the broadcast. The 2025 US Open mixed doubles event features a star-studded lineup including high-profile pairs like Novak Djokovic and Olga Danilovic, Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu, and the British-American duo Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula. The format is newly revamped for this year, with shorter sets up to four games during early rounds and sudden-death deuce, culminating in a $1 million prize for the winners. Matches are scheduled across Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong Stadiums[1][3][5]. For those watching on TV, the UK audience can catch live mixed doubles coverage on Sky Sports, which starts on the evening of August 19, aligning closely with the radio broadcast timing. Meanwhile, for tennis enthusiasts in the US, ESPN and the Tennis Channel typically share coverage of the US Open singles and qualifying events, though the dedicated mixed doubles radio coverage remains a unique offering for thorough audio fan engagement[2]. This multi-platform coverage ensures fans across the UK, US, and Australia can experience the excitement of the early US Open events led by a top-tier commentary team combining deep knowledge, professional playing experience, and live reportage. External links: - US Open Mixed Doubles Official Page: \"https:\/\/www.usopen.org\/en_US\/videos\/mixed-doubles\" - Sky Sports US Open Coverage: \"https:\/\/www.skysports.com\/tennis\/news\/12110\/\" - ESPN US Open Broadcast Info: \"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/tennis\/us-open\/\" p
