Cristina Bucsa vs Coco Gauff, Live Streaming Online and TV Telecast in India, US Open 2026
Catch all the action of the US Open 2026 as Coco Gauff faces Cristina Bucsa in the third round. Find out where to watch the live streaming online and TV telecast in India, USA, UK, and Australia, including the exact match time in IST and EDT, on Friday, September 5, 2026. Get ready for a thrilling tennis showdown at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
The fourth and final Grand Slam of the year, the US Open 2026, is heating up at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York. On Friday, September 5, 2026, home favourite and fourth seed Coco Gauff will take on Spain's Cristina Bucsa in a highly anticipated third-round encounter. Gauff, known for her powerful game and impressive consistency, will look to continue her strong run in front of a supportive crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium. US Open 2026: Twin Sisters Serena and Venus Williams Lose Doubles Opener.
Cristina Bucsa, currently ranked 40th in the WTA, has shown considerable grit to reach this stage, battling through two three-set matches in her opening rounds. She'll be aiming to cause an upset against the 2023 US Open champion. The match promises to be an engaging contest as both players vie for a spot in the Round of 16.
Coco Gauff vs Cristina Bucsa – Head-to-Head
Coco Gauff holds a 1-0 advantage in their head-to-head record against Cristina Bucsa. Their sole previous meeting took place on March 11, 2023, at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, where Gauff secured a straightforward victory in straight sets (6-2, 6-4) on a hard court.
Match Date and Start Time
The third-round match between Coco Gauff and Cristina Bucsa at the US Open 2026 is scheduled for Friday, September 5, 2026. The match is expected to commence at 11:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST) at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Live Streaming and TV Telecast Details
For tennis enthusiasts in India, JioStar holds the exclusive broadcast and streaming rights for the US Open through the 2030 edition. This means all matches, including the Seggerman-Trhac vs Venus-Bhambri clash, will be available across the following platforms:
- TV Telecast:Â Star Sports Network channels
- Online Live Streaming:Â JioHotstar
JioStar's coverage promises enhanced features like multi-language commentary and behind-the-scenes content.
Player Form and Rankings
Coco Gauff: The American star, currently ranked world No. 4, enters this match in scintillating form, boasting an eight-match winning streak. She has swiftly dispatched her opponents in the first two rounds of the US Open 2026 in straight sets. Gauff, at 22 years old, is a formidable force on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows, having claimed the US Open title in 2023.
Cristina Bucsa: The 28-year-old Spanish player holds a WTA ranking of 40 (with a live ranking of 44). Bucsa has demonstrated her resilience in the tournament, winning her first two rounds after extensive play, spending 181 and 209 minutes on court respectively. Her best previous performance at the US Open was reaching the Round of 16 (Fourth Round) in 2025.
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