Naomi Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, is aiming for her fifth title as she faces off against 11th seed Karolina Muchova in the US Open quarterfinals tonight.
Osaka, who has previously clinched the US Open trophy twice, secured four Grand Slam titles between 2018 and 2021. After taking a break from competitive sports to focus on her mental well-being and then welcoming her daughter earlier this year, this quarterfinal marks her return to Grand Slam action for the first time since 2021. She reached this stage following a victory against Coco Gauff.
Muchova, her opponent, has played four matches in the tournament, each going to three sets. She has triumphed over players such as Venus Williams, Solana Silsteer, Linda Noskova, and Marta Kostuk to reach the quarterfinals.
In their previous encounters, Osaka and Muchova have faced each other four times, splitting victories evenly at two wins each. Their most recent match was in the 2025 Australian Open, where Osaka managed to defeat Muchova.
The match details are as follows:
- When: September 3rd, 7 PM
- Where: Arthur Ashe Stadium (Queens, New York)
- Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: DirectV (trial available), ESPN
The winner of this match will face the victor of the Swiatek vs. Anisimova match, which is set to begin around 4 PM today.
Match Timing
Osaka and Muchova’s quarterfinal is scheduled to start tonight at 7 PM.
Viewing Options
If you don’t have cable or an antenna, consider using a Live TV Streaming Service to catch the matches from the US. One solid option is DirectV, which offers a free 5-day trial and various subscription plans starting at $49.99 per month, including ESPN.
Additionally, all US Open matches can be streamed on ESPN’s new DTC service. The basic package is $11.99 per month, while the unlimited option for $29.99 provides round-the-clock access to ESPN live programming.
