Apple Sports App Upgrades: Real-Time Tennis Scores and Customizable Features for iOS Users
June 25, 2025
Apple has significantly upgraded its Sports app, now featuring live tennis scores that allow users to follow matches and tournaments in real time.
A new 'Home' section has been introduced, enabling users to customize and organize their favorite teams, leagues, and competitions for easier access.
This free app is available for download in the U.S., the UK, and Canada, specifically for iPhone models running iOS 17.2 or later, though features may vary by region.
While the update lacks video highlights and in-depth analysis, it emphasizes quick score delivery and basic match statistics for fans seeking straightforward information.
User feedback has been largely positive, with many requesting deeper statistics and personalized notifications, although some concerns about data reliability persist.
The Tennis section includes custom Sports Cards backgrounds that reflect the surface of the tournament courts, enhancing the visual experience.
Key features now showcase player paths to illustrate how athletes reached their current round, along with visual context of court surfaces behind scores.
Designed for a minimalist experience, the app focuses on real-time game scores and statistics while avoiding clutter from advertisements and news articles.
In the U.S., ESPN will broadcast the entire Wimbledon tournament, with select matches recorded in 4K HDR, while in the UK, BBC channels will air all matches for free.
Wimbledon 2025 is set to take place from June 30 to July 13, marking the 138th Championships on grass courts in London.
Despite these enhancements, the app currently does not offer widgets, although Apple has indicated that new features are being considered for future updates.
Competing in a crowded market alongside established players like ESPN and TheScore, Apple's Sports app leverages seamless integration across iOS devices as a key advantage.
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Apple Newsroom (Canada) • Jun 25, 2025
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