US Open 2025 Qualifying Studio Coverage: Commentary Team and How to Listen on US Open Radio
The 2025 US Open is underway with the women's and men's singles qualifying rounds having just concluded on August 21. Fans eager to keep up with the qualifying action can tune in to US Open Radio, where the studio coverage features an experienced commentary team bringing expert insights and in-depth analysis.
On August 22 at 17:00 UK time (12:00 EDT), US Open Radio broadcasts its dedicated US Open Qualifying programme. The main commentator is Dave Leno, accompanied by co-commentators Zina Garrison and Sophie Amiach. The trio brings a wealth of broadcasting experience and professional tennis insight to the coverage.
The Commentary Team
Dave Leno is a respected sports broadcaster with extensive experience in tennis radio commentary. Known for his clear, engaging style and his ability to convey the drama of matches in real-time, Leno has been a staple voice in tennis radio for many years.
Zina Garrison is a former professional tennis player from the United States, boasting a distinguished career highlighted by reaching the Wimbledon singles final in 1990 and winning multiple Grand Slam doubles titles. Since retiring, she has transitioned into commentary and coaching, bringing valuable player perspective to her analysing roles.
Sophie Amiach is a former French professional player who became a respected tennis commentator and journalist. Her career on the women’s professional circuit and her subsequent move to broadcasting have made her a knowledgeable and eloquent voice in tennis media.
Where to Listen and Watch
The qualifying coverage is exclusively available on US Open Radio, which offers live audio commentary for tennis fans across the UK, US, Australia, and globally via streaming platforms. For viewers interested in the main draw starting August 24, coverage will be available across major broadcasters such as ITV and the BBC in the United Kingdom, ESPN and Tennis Channel in the United States, and through various international feeds worldwide.
The US Open is held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York, and in 2025 marks its 139th edition. This year's US Open main draw started on August 24, and the tournament will conclude on September 7. The qualifying rounds determined the final 16 players to enter the women's and men's singles main draws, with exciting matches unfolding in the qualifying week from August 18 to 21.
With a prize pool that rewards the women's singles champion with $5 million, the US Open remains one of tennis's most prestigious events, and the commentary team of Leno, Garrison, and Amiach provides fans with compelling coverage of the tournament's early stages.
Further Information and Links
- For the official US Open 2025 draws, dates, and prize money details, visit the WTA Official Website.
- For up-to-date US Open match schedules and order of play, check the Grand Slam Tennis Tours Schedule Page.
- To learn more about the commentators and their careers, see Zina Garrison's profile on Wikipedia.