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Visit onthelinetennis.substack.com for more!]]>enTennisCopyright Jack Edwardhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d2027fbf8828701188ba68d02902a46c.jpghttp://onthelinetennis.substack.comMon, 18 Mar 2024 21:12:35 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edwardjackedward221194@hotmail.co.ukJack Edward keenly discusses the happenings of the ATP and WTA tours, foolhardily making predictions and providing some analysis along the way. Visit onthelinetennis.substack.com for more!
Visit onthelinetennis.substack.com for more!]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-107-coco-gauff-v-aryna-sabalenka-us-open-final-analysis--56778148
00:00: Coco Gauff’s career going into the tournament and her run to the final.
05:31: Gauff’s performance in the final.
9:50: Sabalenka’s performance in the final.
14:49: Iga Swiatek at the Slams.
17:16: Going forward for Gauff.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56778148Tue, 12 Sep 2023 16:39:09 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we analyse the women's singles US Open final between Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka. 00:00: Coco Gauff’s career going into the tournament and her run to the final. 05:31: Gauff’s performance in the final. 9:50: Sabalenka’s performance...
00:00: Coco Gauff’s career going into the tournament and her run to the final.
05:31: Gauff’s performance in the final.
9:50: Sabalenka’s performance in the final.
14:49: Iga Swiatek at the Slams.
17:16: Going forward for Gauff.]]>1195gauff,sabalenka,swiatek,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-106-novak-djokovic-v-daniil-medvedev-us-open-final-analysis--56773882
00:00: Medvedev looked to fatigue Djokovic from the back of the court.
02:51: Medvedev vs the Djokovic serve and volley.
08:11: Djokovic survived chances for Medvedev in the second set.
11:31: Medvedev turns his match-up around against Alcaraz.
17:38: Djokovic & Alcaraz > the field.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56773882Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:06:57 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we analyse Novak Djokovic's US Open final win over Daniil Medvedev, take a look at Medvedev's win over Alcaraz and scrutinise the lack of depth in the men's game. 00:00: Medvedev looked to fatigue Djokovic from the back of the court....
00:00: Medvedev looked to fatigue Djokovic from the back of the court.
02:51: Medvedev vs the Djokovic serve and volley.
08:11: Djokovic survived chances for Medvedev in the second set.
11:31: Medvedev turns his match-up around against Alcaraz.
17:38: Djokovic & Alcaraz > the field.
]]>1793alcaraz,djokovic,medvedev,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-105-nine-men-s-us-open-dark-horses--56608235
00:00: Very dark horses in the men’s US Open draw.
01:24: #1.
05:00: #2.
07:05: #3.
08:42: #4 and #5.
11:23: #6 and #7.
13:45: #8.
15:23: #9.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56608235Sun, 27 Aug 2023 21:41:52 +0000Jack EdwardWith Damian Kust, we pick nine VERY dark horses from the men's US Open singles draw. 00:00: Very dark horses in the men’s US Open draw. 01:24: #1. 05:00: #2. 07:05: #3. 08:42: #4 and #5. 11:23: #6 and #7. 13:45: #8. 15:23: #9.
00:00: Very dark horses in the men’s US Open draw.
01:24: #1.
05:00: #2.
07:05: #3.
08:42: #4 and #5.
11:23: #6 and #7.
13:45: #8.
15:23: #9.]]>1152alcaraz,djokovic,new york,tennis,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-104-cincinnati-masters-2023-men-s-and-women-s-final-analysis--56557340
Djokovic v Alcaraz
00:00: Stats and significance of Djokovic’s win over Alcaraz.
04:38: The second set tiebreak and Djokovic’s serving tactics.
09:24: Third set drama!
11:21: Novak’s serving prowess making a slight difference.
17:46: Hubi Hurkacz a forehand away from big wins.

Gauff v Muchova
21:44: Coco Gauff defeats Iga Swiatek for the first time.
26:18: Improvements made with Brad Gilbert.
31:28: Gauff’s efforts to stave off Karolina Muchova in the final.
36:00: Looking ahead to the US Open.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56557340Tue, 22 Aug 2023 17:32:27 +0000Jack EdwardWith Vansh Vermani, we review the Cincinnati Masters finals between Djokovic v Alcaraz and Gauff v Muchova. Djokovic v Alcaraz 00:00: Stats and significance of Djokovic’s win over Alcaraz. 04:38: The second set tiebreak and Djokovic’s serving...
Djokovic v Alcaraz
00:00: Stats and significance of Djokovic’s win over Alcaraz.
04:38: The second set tiebreak and Djokovic’s serving tactics.
09:24: Third set drama!
11:21: Novak’s serving prowess making a slight difference.
17:46: Hubi Hurkacz a forehand away from big wins.

Gauff v Muchova
21:44: Coco Gauff defeats Iga Swiatek for the first time.
26:18: Improvements made with Brad Gilbert.
31:28: Gauff’s efforts to stave off Karolina Muchova in the final.
36:00: Looking ahead to the US Open.]]>2429alcaraz,cincinnati,djokovic,gauff,swiatekfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-103-jessica-pegula-in-montreal-jannik-sinner-in-toronto--56468025
Toronto
00:00: Jannik Sinner’s biggest improvement to win the first Masters 1000 title of his career.
03:43: What Darren Cahill worked on with Sinner.
08:09: How the final played out.

Montreal
10:49: Jessica Pegula’s final win over Luidmila Samsonova.
12:49: Pegula’s wins over Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek.
16:57: Pegula’s US Open chances.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56468025Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:30:13 +0000Jack EdwardMy analysis of Jessica Pegula's great run to a second WTA 1000 title in Montreal and Jannik Sinner's first Masters 1000 title of his career in Toronto. Toronto 00:00: Jannik Sinner’s biggest improvement to win the first Masters 1000 title of his...
Toronto
00:00: Jannik Sinner’s biggest improvement to win the first Masters 1000 title of his career.
03:43: What Darren Cahill worked on with Sinner.
08:09: How the final played out.

Montreal
10:49: Jessica Pegula’s final win over Luidmila Samsonova.
12:49: Pegula’s wins over Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek.
16:57: Pegula’s US Open chances.]]>1203atp,de minaur,jannik sinner,jessica pegula,montreal,pegula,sinner,swiatek,toronto,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-102-novak-djokovic-v-carlos-alcaraz-wimbledon-final-analysis--56122147
00:00: The passing of the torch?
03:06: The first set.
06:48: The second set before the tiebreak.
09:49: The second set tiebreak.
15:09: The third set.
19:28: The fourth set.
20:44: The fifth set.
30:03: The significance of this match.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56122147Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:32:01 +0000Jack EdwardWith Vansh Vermani, we discuss Carlos Alcaraz's win over Novak Djokovic in this year's Wimbledon final. 00:00: The passing of the torch? 03:06: The first set. 06:48: The second set before the tiebreak. 09:49: The second set tiebreak. 15:09: The third...
00:00: The passing of the torch?
03:06: The first set.
06:48: The second set before the tiebreak.
09:49: The second set tiebreak.
15:09: The third set.
19:28: The fourth set.
20:44: The fifth set.
30:03: The significance of this match.]]>2011alcaraz,carlos alcaraz,djokovic,novak djokovic,wimbledon,wimbledon finalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-101-ons-jabeur-v-marketa-vondrousova-wimbledon-final-analysis--56113990
00:00: Marketa Vondrousova is the Wimbledon champion.
02:03: Vondrousova’s route to the final.
06:30: How Ons Jabeur’s shots failed her during the match.
08:38: Jabeur and pressure in the final.
14:27: The future for both players.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56113990Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:16:17 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we discuss Marketa Vondrousova's win over Ons Jabeur in this year's Wimbledon final. 00:00: Marketa Vondrousova is the Wimbledon champion. 02:03: Vondrousova’s route to the final. 06:30: How Ons Jabeur’s shots failed her during the...
00:00: Marketa Vondrousova is the Wimbledon champion.
02:03: Vondrousova’s route to the final.
06:30: How Ons Jabeur’s shots failed her during the match.
08:38: Jabeur and pressure in the final.
14:27: The future for both players.
]]>1372jabeur,marketa vondrousova,ons jabeur,vondrousova,wimbledon,wimbledon finalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-100-wimbledon-quarterfinals-predictions-and-first-week-review--56056145
Quarterfinals Predictions
00:00: Djokovic/Rublev.
04:29: Sinner/Safiullin.
06:12: Medvedev/Eubanks.
08:19: Alcaraz/Rune.
11:16: Swiatek/Svitolina.
12:43: Pegula/Vondrousova.
16:01: Jabeur/Rybakina.
18:47: Sabalenka/Keys.

First Week of Wimbledon Review
21:49: Watching Liam Broady beat Casper Ruud from his player’s box.
24:54: Jiri Lehecka is a fantastic returner.
26:14: Mirra Andreeva is a phenomenal defender.
29:14: Iga Swiatek clutch versus Belinda Bencic.
33:06: Dominic Thiem loses valiantly to Stefanos Tsitsipas.
35:12: Andrey Rublev hits the shot of the tournament against Alexander Bublik.
37:01: Handshake controversy for Vika Azarenka after losing to Elina Svitolina.
40:34: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina’s underarm serve.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56056145Mon, 10 Jul 2023 23:36:57 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we preview the Wimbledon quarterfinals and review the first week of action at SW19. Quarterfinals Predictions 00:00: Djokovic/Rublev. 04:29: Sinner/Safiullin. 06:12: Medvedev/Eubanks. 08:19: Alcaraz/Rune. 11:16: Swiatek/Svitolina....
Quarterfinals Predictions
00:00: Djokovic/Rublev.
04:29: Sinner/Safiullin.
06:12: Medvedev/Eubanks.
08:19: Alcaraz/Rune.
11:16: Swiatek/Svitolina.
12:43: Pegula/Vondrousova.
16:01: Jabeur/Rybakina.
18:47: Sabalenka/Keys.

First Week of Wimbledon Review
21:49: Watching Liam Broady beat Casper Ruud from his player’s box.
24:54: Jiri Lehecka is a fantastic returner.
26:14: Mirra Andreeva is a phenomenal defender.
29:14: Iga Swiatek clutch versus Belinda Bencic.
33:06: Dominic Thiem loses valiantly to Stefanos Tsitsipas.
35:12: Andrey Rublev hits the shot of the tournament against Alexander Bublik.
37:01: Handshake controversy for Vika Azarenka after losing to Elina Svitolina.
40:34: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina’s underarm serve.]]>2612alcaraz,andreeva,bencic,djokovic,eubanks,jabeur,lehecka,medvedev,rune,rybakina,sabalenka,sinner,svitolina,thiem,tsitsipas,vondrousova,wimbledonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-99-wimbledon-women-s-favourites-analysis-ft-gavin-macmillan--55568689
00:00: Iga Swiatek’s grass court flaws and Elena Rybakina’s title defence.
05:17: Karolina Muchova’s chances after the French Open.
06:52: Gavin’s confidence in Aryna Sabalenka.
09:57: Dark horse in Petra Kvitova.
12:08: The rest of the field including Jabeur, Krejcikova and Garcia.
15:55: Analysing Coco Gauff’s game.
23:11: A look back at different generations and ways to play the game.
29:16: Gavin’s pick for the tournament.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55568689Fri, 30 Jun 2023 07:16:01 +0000Jack EdwardGavin MacMillan, Aryna Sabalenka's biomechanics trainer, makes a return to the podcast to assess the games of the Wimbledon women's favourites, including Swiatek, Rybakina and Sabalenka. 00:00: Iga Swiatek’s grass court flaws and Elena Rybakina’s...
00:00: Iga Swiatek’s grass court flaws and Elena Rybakina’s title defence.
05:17: Karolina Muchova’s chances after the French Open.
06:52: Gavin’s confidence in Aryna Sabalenka.
09:57: Dark horse in Petra Kvitova.
12:08: The rest of the field including Jabeur, Krejcikova and Garcia.
15:55: Analysing Coco Gauff’s game.
23:11: A look back at different generations and ways to play the game.
29:16: Gavin’s pick for the tournament.]]>2011garcia,gauff,jabeur,kvitova,muchova,rybakina,sabalenka,swiatek,wimbledonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-98-wimbledon-men-s-favourites-analysis-ft-gavin-macmillan--55568678
00:00: Novak Djokovic’s serve improvements and his reign at Wimbledon.
06:02: Carlos Alcaraz’s game and his chances at Wimbledon.
11:18: Alexander Zverev’s potential and Andy Roddick’s one-two punch.
15:17: Daniil Medvedev and confidence.
19:45: Jannik Sinner’s need to improve his serve.
23:25: Can anyone else compete against Djokovic and Alcaraz?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55568678Fri, 30 Jun 2023 07:14:29 +0000Jack EdwardGavin MacMillan, Aryna Sabalenka's biomechanics trainer, makes a return to the podcast to assess the games of the Wimbledon men's favourites, including Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. 00:00: Novak Djokovic’s serve improvements and his reign at...
00:00: Novak Djokovic’s serve improvements and his reign at Wimbledon.
06:02: Carlos Alcaraz’s game and his chances at Wimbledon.
11:18: Alexander Zverev’s potential and Andy Roddick’s one-two punch.
15:17: Daniil Medvedev and confidence.
19:45: Jannik Sinner’s need to improve his serve.
23:25: Can anyone else compete against Djokovic and Alcaraz?]]>1718alcaraz,djokovic,korda,medvedev,sinner,wimbledon,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-97-novak-djokovic-v-casper-ruud-french-open-final-analysis--54307146
00:00: Srihari’s journey with Novak Djokovic.
02:32: Djokovic’s form going into the tournament.
04:42: Novak’s progression through the draw.
07:25: Djokovic overcomes nerves and “locks in” in the final.
14:43: Spare a thought for Casper Ruud.
18:14: The numbers for Novak.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54307146Mon, 12 Jun 2023 23:53:51 +0000Jack EdwardWith Srihari Ravi, we discuss Novak Djokovic's win over Casper Ruud in this year's French Open final and the significance of him winning his 23rd Grand Slam title. 00:00: Srihari’s journey with Novak Djokovic. 02:32: Djokovic’s form going into the...
00:00: Srihari’s journey with Novak Djokovic.
02:32: Djokovic’s form going into the tournament.
04:42: Novak’s progression through the draw.
07:25: Djokovic overcomes nerves and “locks in” in the final.
14:43: Spare a thought for Casper Ruud.
18:14: The numbers for Novak.]]>1662casper ruud,djokovic,french open,novak djokovic,roland garros,ruudfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-96-iga-swiatek-v-karolina-muchova-french-open-final-analysis--54214914
00:00: The stats going into the match.
03:21: Comparisons between Muchova and Barty.
06:05: The tactics Muchova used to trouble Swiatek.
13:19: How Swiatek responded with something special.
16:32: Swiatek won despite playing below her best.
18:20: The significance of this title for Swiatek going forward.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54214914Sat, 10 Jun 2023 19:11:34 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we review the fascinating French Open final between Iga Swiatek and Karolina Muchova. 00:00: The stats going into the match. 03:21: Comparisons between Muchova and Barty. 06:05: The tactics Muchova used to trouble Swiatek. 13:19: How...
00:00: The stats going into the match.
03:21: Comparisons between Muchova and Barty.
06:05: The tactics Muchova used to trouble Swiatek.
13:19: How Swiatek responded with something special.
16:32: Swiatek won despite playing below her best.
18:20: The significance of this title for Swiatek going forward.]]>1430french open,iga swiatek,karolina muchova,muchova,roland garros,swiatekfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-95-novak-djokovic-v-carlos-alcaraz-french-open-semifinal-analysis--54166478
00:00: Stats going into the match.
03:25: Carlos Alcaraz’s ad-court kicker was less advantageous than in Madrid.
05:38: No huge returns from Novak Djokovic.
08:21: How Djokovic attacked the Alcaraz forehand.
13:32: The difference between Alcaraz and Djokovic’s serves.
17:28: How would the match have gone without the Alcaraz injury?
19:47: What caused Alcaraz’s cramps?
23:20: Experience made the difference.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54166478Fri, 09 Jun 2023 22:28:08 +0000Jack EdwardWith Vansh Vermani, we review the highly anticipated French Open semifinal between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. 00:00: Stats going into the match. 03:25: Carlos Alcaraz’s ad-court kicker was less advantageous than in Madrid. 05:38: No huge...
00:00: Stats going into the match.
03:25: Carlos Alcaraz’s ad-court kicker was less advantageous than in Madrid.
05:38: No huge returns from Novak Djokovic.
08:21: How Djokovic attacked the Alcaraz forehand.
13:32: The difference between Alcaraz and Djokovic’s serves.
17:28: How would the match have gone without the Alcaraz injury?
19:47: What caused Alcaraz’s cramps?
23:20: Experience made the difference.]]>1603alcaraz,carlos alcaraz,djokovic,french open,novak djokovic,roland garrosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-94-women-s-french-open-draw-preview--54009140
00:00: Stories from the women’s French Open qualifying draw.
02:20: Favourites for the title.
04:24: Iga Swiatek’s draw.
06:13: Thoughts on Coco Gauff.
08:00: Elena Rybakina’s draw.
10:21: Aryna Sabalenka’s draw.
13:12: The other quarter of the draw.
15:30: Our picks for eventual champion.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54009140Fri, 26 May 2023 17:01:20 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we preview the men's singles draw at this year's French Open, looking at the favourite's routes, dark horses and picking our eventual champions. 00:00: Stories from the women’s French Open qualifying draw. 02:20: Favourites for the...
00:00: Stories from the women’s French Open qualifying draw.
02:20: Favourites for the title.
04:24: Iga Swiatek’s draw.
06:13: Thoughts on Coco Gauff.
08:00: Elena Rybakina’s draw.
10:21: Aryna Sabalenka’s draw.
13:12: The other quarter of the draw.
15:30: Our picks for eventual champion.]]>1178french open,krejcikova,roland garros,rybakina,sabalenka,swiatekfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-93-men-s-french-open-draw-preview--54009131
00:00: Biggest stories from qualifying.
02:52: Novak Djokovic’s draw.
07:05: Carlos Alcaraz’s draw.
10:05: Holger Rune’s draw.
14:36: Daniil Medvedev’s draw.
18:44: Our picks for eventual champions.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54009131Fri, 26 May 2023 17:00:09 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we preview the men's singles draw at this year's French Open, looking at the favourite's routes, dark horses and picking our eventual champions. 00:00: Biggest stories from qualifying. 02:52: Novak Djokovic’s draw. 07:05: Carlos...
00:00: Biggest stories from qualifying.
02:52: Novak Djokovic’s draw.
07:05: Carlos Alcaraz’s draw.
10:05: Holger Rune’s draw.
14:36: Daniil Medvedev’s draw.
18:44: Our picks for eventual champions.]]>1497alcaraz,djokovic,french open,medvedev,roland garros,runefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-92-daniil-medvedev-v-holger-rune-rome-final-analysis--53964835
00:00: Why hasn’t Daniil Medvedev performed on clay in the past?
05:00: Medvedev’s improvements to his slide on clay.
11:49: Medvedev’s improvements to his forehand on clay.
19:46: Holger Rune’s questionable decisions in the final.
23:27: The match gets physical and Medvedev exudes confidence in the second set.
27:33: Should Rune’s physicality have been in question?
30:00: Thoughts on Medvedev and Rune at the French Open.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53964835Mon, 22 May 2023 22:16:00 +0000Jack EdwardWith Gill Gross, we review the Rome Masters final between Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune. 00:00: Why hasn’t Daniil Medvedev performed on clay in the past? 05:00: Medvedev’s improvements to his slide on clay. 11:49: Medvedev’s improvements to his...
00:00: Why hasn’t Daniil Medvedev performed on clay in the past?
05:00: Medvedev’s improvements to his slide on clay.
11:49: Medvedev’s improvements to his forehand on clay.
19:46: Holger Rune’s questionable decisions in the final.
23:27: The match gets physical and Medvedev exudes confidence in the second set.
27:33: Should Rune’s physicality have been in question?
30:00: Thoughts on Medvedev and Rune at the French Open.]]>2135atp,daniil medvedev,holger rune,medvedev,rome masters,rune,tennisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-91-aryna-sabalenka-v-iga-swiatek-madrid-final-analysis--53783201
00:00: The stats on Aryna Sabalenka’s win over Iga Swiatek in the Madrid final.
01:08: Why conditions weren’t incredibly influential.
02:06: Sabalenka surprised Swiatek from the offset.
05:00: How Sabalenka dominated most of the rallies.
09:46: One wobble in Sabalenka’s tactics.
11:45: Summary of the match.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53783201Mon, 08 May 2023 23:06:48 +0000Jack EdwardA quick analysis of the WTA 1000 final between Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek. 00:00: The stats on Aryna Sabalenka’s win over Iga Swiatek in the Madrid final. 01:08: Why conditions weren’t incredibly influential. 02:06: Sabalenka surprised Swiatek...
00:00: The stats on Aryna Sabalenka’s win over Iga Swiatek in the Madrid final.
01:08: Why conditions weren’t incredibly influential.
02:06: Sabalenka surprised Swiatek from the offset.
05:00: How Sabalenka dominated most of the rallies.
09:46: One wobble in Sabalenka’s tactics.
11:45: Summary of the match.]]>836aryna,aryna sabalenka,iga,iga swiatek,madrid,sabalenka,swiatek,wta,wta madridfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-90-carlos-alcaraz-v-jan-lennard-struff-madrid-final-analysis--53775653
00:00: Stats on Carlos Alcaraz’s win at the Madrid Masters.
01:30: Jan-Lennard Struff’s appearance in the final.
04:25: How Struff combated Alcaraz’s game.
11:19: How Alcaraz survived before using the crowd to his advantage.
16:05: The antidote to Alcaraz?
18:28: Going forward for Struffi.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53775653Mon, 08 May 2023 12:45:06 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we review the Madrid Masters final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jan-Lennard Struff. 00:00: Stats on Carlos Alcaraz’s win at the Madrid Masters. 01:30: Jan-Lennard Struff’s appearance in the final. 04:25: How Struff combated Alcaraz’s...
00:00: Stats on Carlos Alcaraz’s win at the Madrid Masters.
01:30: Jan-Lennard Struff’s appearance in the final.
04:25: How Struff combated Alcaraz’s game.
11:19: How Alcaraz survived before using the crowd to his advantage.
16:05: The antidote to Alcaraz?
18:28: Going forward for Struffi.]]>1354alcaraz,atp,carlos alcaraz,jan-lennard struff,madrid,madrid masters,strufffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-89-alcaraz-in-barcelona-swiatek-in-stuttgart-and-van-de-zandschulp-in-munich--53629682
00:00: Intro.

Barcelona
01:19: Alcaraz defeats Tsitsipas to defend his title in Barcelona.

Banja Luka
10:00: Will Djokovic be ready for the French Open?

Stuttgart
15:37: Swiatek defeats Sabalenka to defend her title in Stuttgart.

Munich
20:41: Botic Van De Zandschulp loses to Holger Rune after holding four championship points in Munich.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53629682Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:17:33 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we discuss Alcaraz vs Tsitsipas in Barcelona, Swiatek vs Sabalenka in Stuttgart and Van De Zandschulp's chances squandered in Munich. 00:00: Intro. Barcelona 01:19: Alcaraz defeats Tsitsipas to defend his title in Barcelona. Banja...
00:00: Intro.

Barcelona
01:19: Alcaraz defeats Tsitsipas to defend his title in Barcelona.

Banja Luka
10:00: Will Djokovic be ready for the French Open?

Stuttgart
15:37: Swiatek defeats Sabalenka to defend her title in Stuttgart.

Munich
20:41: Botic Van De Zandschulp loses to Holger Rune after holding four championship points in Munich.]]>1559alcaraz,atp,botic,djokovic,rune,sabalenka,swiatek,tsitsipas,wta,zandschulpfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-88-rublev-v-rune-monte-carlo-final-analysis--53560646
Andrey Rublev vs Holger Rune
00:00: Our expectations for Andrey Rublev before the tournament started.
03:00: Holger Rune’s potential physical fatigue in the final.
07:10: How Rublev’s work with his coaching team helped him secure the title.
11:21: Rublev’s backhand numbers in the final.
15:34: Rublev’s second-serve weakness going forward.
16:53: Looking forward for Rublev.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53560646Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:35:22 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we review the Monte Carlo Masters final between Andrey Rublev and Holger Rune. Andrey Rublev vs Holger Rune 00:00: Our expectations for Andrey Rublev before the tournament started. 03:00: Holger Rune’s potential physical fatigue in...
Andrey Rublev vs Holger Rune
00:00: Our expectations for Andrey Rublev before the tournament started.
03:00: Holger Rune’s potential physical fatigue in the final.
07:10: How Rublev’s work with his coaching team helped him secure the title.
11:21: Rublev’s backhand numbers in the final.
15:34: Rublev’s second-serve weakness going forward.
16:53: Looking forward for Rublev.]]>1338andrey rublev,holger rune,monte carlo,rublev,rune,tennisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-87-sinner-v-alcaraz-medvedev-v-sinner-miami-open-analyses--53421053
00:00: All the stats on Daniil Medvedev’s Miami Masters title.

Miami Semifinal: Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz
00:51: The Alcaraz/Sinner rivalry.
03:00: How Sinner defeated Alcaraz in the semifinals.

Miami Final: Daniil Medvedev vs Jannik Sinner
09:08: How Medvedev defeated Sinner in the final.
17:30: Sinner and Medvedev going forward to the clay season.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53421053Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:09:56 +0000Jack EdwardJoined by Vansh Vermani, we analyse Jannik Sinner's scintillating semifinal win over Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev's takedown of Sinner in the final at this year's Miami Open. 00:00: All the stats on Daniil Medvedev’s Miami Masters title. Miami...
00:00: All the stats on Daniil Medvedev’s Miami Masters title.

Miami Semifinal: Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz
00:51: The Alcaraz/Sinner rivalry.
03:00: How Sinner defeated Alcaraz in the semifinals.

Miami Final: Daniil Medvedev vs Jannik Sinner
09:08: How Medvedev defeated Sinner in the final.
17:30: Sinner and Medvedev going forward to the clay season.]]>1340alcaraz,atp,carlos alcaraz,daniil medvedev,jannik sinner,medvedev,miami masters,sinner,tennisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-86-kvitova-vs-rybakina-miami-open-final-analysis--53414557
00:00: All the stats on Petra Kvitova’s 30th title win.
04:41: Sorana Cirstea’s improvements going into her semifinal with Kvitova.
05:55: Kvitova takes advantage of Cirstea’s underlying weakness in the semis.
09:21: Petra Kvitova’s tactical advantages over Elena Rybakina in the final.
15:12: The 30 point tiebreak.
19:05: The second set.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53414557Sat, 01 Apr 2023 23:26:05 +0000Jack EdwardJoined by Vansh Vermani, we analyse how Petra Kvitova was able to overcome Elena Rybakina in a scintillating Miami Open final. 00:00: All the stats on Petra Kvitova’s 30th title win. 04:41: Sorana Cirstea’s improvements going into her semifinal with...
00:00: All the stats on Petra Kvitova’s 30th title win.
04:41: Sorana Cirstea’s improvements going into her semifinal with Kvitova.
05:55: Kvitova takes advantage of Cirstea’s underlying weakness in the semis.
09:21: Petra Kvitova’s tactical advantages over Elena Rybakina in the final.
15:12: The 30 point tiebreak.
19:05: The second set.]]>1524cirstea,elena rybakina,kvitova,miami masters,miami open,petra kvitova,rybakina,sorana cirsteafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-85-indian-wells-2023-men-s-and-women-s-final-analysis--53290320
Men’s Final
0:44: Carlos Alcaraz’s performance in his win in the final of Indian Wells over Daniil Medvedev.
6:21: Medvedev’s performance in the final.
8:19: What might happen in the future in this rivalry.

Women’s Final
9:25: Aryna Sabalenka’s serving woes in the first set against Elena Rybakina.
12:04: Rybakina’s performance in the final.
16:48: The four best players on hard-courts at the moment.

My Experience at Indian Wells
18:54: Pros and cons to attending Indian Wells.
22:12: Why one player in particular was so incredible to watch.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53290320Tue, 21 Mar 2023 23:33:32 +0000Jack EdwardWith Vansh Vermani, we analyse Carlos Alcaraz's win over Daniil Medvedev and Elena Rybakina's win over Aryna Sabalenka in the Indian Wells finals, plus we discuss my visit to the tournament. Men’s Final 0:44: Carlos Alcaraz’s performance in his win...
Men’s Final
0:44: Carlos Alcaraz’s performance in his win in the final of Indian Wells over Daniil Medvedev.
6:21: Medvedev’s performance in the final.
8:19: What might happen in the future in this rivalry.

Women’s Final
9:25: Aryna Sabalenka’s serving woes in the first set against Elena Rybakina.
12:04: Rybakina’s performance in the final.
16:48: The four best players on hard-courts at the moment.

My Experience at Indian Wells
18:54: Pros and cons to attending Indian Wells.
22:12: Why one player in particular was so incredible to watch.]]>1653alcaraz,aryna sabalenka,carlos alcaraz,daniil medvedev,davidovich fokina,elena rybakina,indian wells,krejcikova,medvedev,rybakina,sabalenka,swiatek,tennisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-84-medvedev-in-rotterdam-bencic-in-abu-dhabi-and-wu-in-dallas--52784993


Is Daniil Medvedev back to his best?
0:58: Daniil Medvedev defeats Jannik Sinner for the title in Rotterdam.
4:11: Is Medvedev back to his best?

Belinda Bencic and Dmitry Tursunov win in Abu Dhabi
8:17: How Dmitry Tursunov has been coaching Belinda Bencic.
10:44: How this translated to her win over Samsonova in Abu Dhabi.
13:49: Where’s the limit for Bencic this season?

Everything Else
15:42: Summary of everything else that’s happened on the tours including Swiatek in Doha.

Yibing Wu, China’s first ATP champion
18:48: Yibing Wu’s win over John Isner in Dallas.
21:12: Wu’s background.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52784993Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:31:42 +0000Jack EdwardDiscussing three stories from the last two weeks including whether Daniil Medvedev is back to his best, how Dmitry Tursunov helped Belinda Bencic and Yibing Wu's story....


Is Daniil Medvedev back to his best?
0:58: Daniil Medvedev defeats Jannik Sinner for the title in Rotterdam.
4:11: Is Medvedev back to his best?

Belinda Bencic and Dmitry Tursunov win in Abu Dhabi
8:17: How Dmitry Tursunov has been coaching Belinda Bencic.
10:44: How this translated to her win over Samsonova in Abu Dhabi.
13:49: Where’s the limit for Bencic this season?

Everything Else
15:42: Summary of everything else that’s happened on the tours including Swiatek in Doha.

Yibing Wu, China’s first ATP champion
18:48: Yibing Wu’s win over John Isner in Dallas.
21:12: Wu’s background.]]>1520atp,bencic,dallas,daniil medvedev,medvedev,samsonova,yibing wufalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-83-australian-open-2023-novak-djokovic-vs-stefanos-tsitsipas-post-match-analysis--52578696
Analysis of the Match
1:05: Vansh’s summary of the match.
2:42: Tsitsipas’s serving abilities.
5:19: Tsitsipas’s return on second-serve.
7:50: Comparing both player’s forehands.
10:20: All roads lead to the Tsitsipas backhand.

Going Forward
15:01: Tsitsipas can be proud of playing a great match.
17:08: Can anybody stop Djokovic?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52578696Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:30:07 +0000Jack EdwardWith Vansh Vermani, we dissect the Australian Open men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Stefanos Tsitsipas. Analysis of the Match 1:05: Vansh’s summary of the match. 2:42: Tsitsipas’s serving abilities. 5:19: Tsitsipas’s return on...
Analysis of the Match
1:05: Vansh’s summary of the match.
2:42: Tsitsipas’s serving abilities.
5:19: Tsitsipas’s return on second-serve.
7:50: Comparing both player’s forehands.
10:20: All roads lead to the Tsitsipas backhand.

Going Forward
15:01: Tsitsipas can be proud of playing a great match.
17:08: Can anybody stop Djokovic?]]>1301australian open,djokovic,grand slam,tsitsipasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-82-australian-open-2023-interview-with-aryna-sabalenka-s-biomechanics-trainer--52572284
0:22: Gavin MacMillan’s own experience with serve coaching.
5:17: The technical changes Gavin made to Aryna Sabalenka’s serve.
11:35: Changing the Sabalenka groundstrokes.
14:43: How the changes translated to her win against Elena Rybakina.
24:44: Where’s the limit for Sabalenka?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52572284Sat, 28 Jan 2023 21:45:40 +0000Jack EdwardFollowing Aryna Sabalenka's incredible run to the Australian Open title, I spoke to Gavin MacMillan, the biomechanics trainer responsible for fixing Aryna Sabalenka's serve. 0:22: Gavin MacMillan’s own experience with serve coaching. 5:17: The...
0:22: Gavin MacMillan’s own experience with serve coaching.
5:17: The technical changes Gavin made to Aryna Sabalenka’s serve.
11:35: Changing the Sabalenka groundstrokes.
14:43: How the changes translated to her win against Elena Rybakina.
24:44: Where’s the limit for Sabalenka?]]>1914aryna sabalenka,australian open,grand slam,rybakina,sabalenka,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-81-australian-open-2023-men-s-semifinals-preview-ft-ben-rothenberg--52545831
Novak Djokovic vs Tommy Paul
0:33: Ben Shelton’s run to the quarters.
4:22: Where US men’s tennis is at.
8:05: Tommy Paul’s run to the semis.
9:29: Touching on Ben’s supposed grudge towards Novak Djokovic.
12:15 Can Paul trouble Djokovic in this form?

Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Karen Khachanov
13:36: Stefanos Tsitsipas’s mental game.
16:17: How will Tsitsipas fare against Khachanov?
17:04: Where does Tsitsipas rank beside Medvedev and Zverev?
20:39: Prediction for the tournament.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52545831Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:26:04 +0000Jack EdwardWith Ben Rothenberg, we preview the men's Australian Open semifinals between Novak Djokovic versus Tommy Paul and Stefanos Tsitsipas versus Karen Khachanov. Novak Djokovic vs Tommy Paul 0:33: Ben Shelton’s run to the quarters. 4:22: Where US men’s...
Novak Djokovic vs Tommy Paul
0:33: Ben Shelton’s run to the quarters.
4:22: Where US men’s tennis is at.
8:05: Tommy Paul’s run to the semis.
9:29: Touching on Ben’s supposed grudge towards Novak Djokovic.
12:15 Can Paul trouble Djokovic in this form?

Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Karen Khachanov
13:36: Stefanos Tsitsipas’s mental game.
16:17: How will Tsitsipas fare against Khachanov?
17:04: Where does Tsitsipas rank beside Medvedev and Zverev?
20:39: Prediction for the tournament.]]>1341australian open,djokovic,grand slam,khachanov,tennis,tommy paul,tsitsipasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-80-australian-open-2023-women-s-semifinals-preview-ft-ben-rothenberg--52545786


Rybakina vs Azarenka
0:44: Has Elena Rybakina been mistreated by press and tournament organisers?
6:47: Iga Swiatek’s loss to Rybakina.
8:55: Jessica Pegula’s loss to Vika Azarenka.

Sabalenka vs Linette
11:11: Aryna Sabalenka’s confidence from improvements to her serve.
14:31: Our predictions for the semifinals.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52545786Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:15:44 +0000Jack EdwardWith Ben Rothenberg, we preview the women's Australian Open semifinals between Elena Rybakina versus Vika Azarenka and Aryna Sabalenka versus Magda Linette. Rybakina vs Azarenka 0:44: Has Elena Rybakina been mistreated by press and tournament...


Rybakina vs Azarenka
0:44: Has Elena Rybakina been mistreated by press and tournament organisers?
6:47: Iga Swiatek’s loss to Rybakina.
8:55: Jessica Pegula’s loss to Vika Azarenka.

Sabalenka vs Linette
11:11: Aryna Sabalenka’s confidence from improvements to her serve.
14:31: Our predictions for the semifinals.]]>1000australian open,azarenka,grand slam,linette,pegula,rybakina,sabalenkafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-79-australian-open-2023-fourth-round-predictions-murray-madness-and-upsets--52504124
Upsets
0:54: Rafa Nadal loses to Mackenzie McDonald after sustaining a hip injury in the third set.
3:34: Casper Ruud loses the backhand battle to Jenson Brooksby.
5:18: Ons Jabeur is defeated by Marketa Vondrousova.
7:10: Taylor Fritz is upset by Alexei Popyrin.
11:32: Daniil Medvedev beaten in straight sets by Sebastian Korda.

Murray Madness
14:44: Andy Murray’s insane run to the third-round.

Fourth Round Predictions
19:30: Top half of the men’s draw.
23:27: Bottom half of the men’s draw.
29:00: Top half of the women’s draw.
33:45: Bottom half of the women’s draw.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52504124Sat, 21 Jan 2023 19:44:24 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk, we talk everything Australian Open so far including the biggest upsets, Murray madness and our predictions for the fourth round. Upsets 0:54: Rafa Nadal loses to Mackenzie McDonald after sustaining a hip injury in the third set. 3:34:...
Upsets
0:54: Rafa Nadal loses to Mackenzie McDonald after sustaining a hip injury in the third set.
3:34: Casper Ruud loses the backhand battle to Jenson Brooksby.
5:18: Ons Jabeur is defeated by Marketa Vondrousova.
7:10: Taylor Fritz is upset by Alexei Popyrin.
11:32: Daniil Medvedev beaten in straight sets by Sebastian Korda.

Murray Madness
14:44: Andy Murray’s insane run to the third-round.

Fourth Round Predictions
19:30: Top half of the men’s draw.
23:27: Bottom half of the men’s draw.
29:00: Top half of the women’s draw.
33:45: Bottom half of the women’s draw.]]>2222andy murray,australian open,djokovic,fritz,grand slam,jabeur,medvedev,nadal,ruud,swiatekfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-78-australian-open-2023-round-one-predictions--52442694
Men’s Draw
0:27: Top half predictions for the men’s draw starting with Rafael Nadal v Jack Draper.
9:27: Bottom half predictions for the men’s draw.

Women’s Draw
19:28: Top half predictions for the men’s draw starting with Iga Swiatek v Jule Niemier.
30:04: Bottom half predictions for the women’s draw.

Winners Picks
41:02: Our picks for the men’s and women’s champions.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52442694Sat, 14 Jan 2023 21:56:11 +0000Jack EdwardWith Vansh Vermani, we pick our winners in the first-round of the men's and women's Australian Open draws plus we choose our overall winners. Men’s Draw 0:27: Top half predictions for the men’s draw starting with Rafael Nadal v Jack Draper. 9:27:...
Men’s Draw
0:27: Top half predictions for the men’s draw starting with Rafael Nadal v Jack Draper.
9:27: Bottom half predictions for the men’s draw.

Women’s Draw
19:28: Top half predictions for the men’s draw starting with Iga Swiatek v Jule Niemier.
30:04: Bottom half predictions for the women’s draw.

Winners Picks
41:02: Our picks for the men’s and women’s champions.]]>2716ao,ao predictions,atp,australian open,djokovic,draper,jabeur,nadal,pegula,swiatek,tennis,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-australian-open-men-s-qualifiers-2023--52427331
Australian Open Men’s Qualifiers
0:46: The unpredictability of this year’s qualifying draw.
1:53: Juncheng Shang is the story of the qualifying draw.
3:41: Brandon Holt and Enzo Couacaud step up in Grand Slam qualifying.
6:37: Jan-Lennard Struff comes through his section confidently.
8:40: Yosuke Watanuki fulfils his potential from Japanese Challengers.
10:41: Nicolas Jarry serve-bots his way to the main draw.
12:12: Yu Hsiou Hsu makes a surprise Grand Slam main draw debut.
14:12: Max Purcell uses his doubles prowess to qualifying in the singles.
15:50: Alexander Vukic capitalises on his form to come through qualifying.

Qualifier/Wild-Card First-Round Predictions
17:48: First half of the draw.
25:11: Second half of the draw.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52427331Thu, 12 Jan 2023 23:55:50 +0000Jack EdwardWith Damian Kust, we review the men's qualifiers at the Australian Open including the best stories from qualifying and Damian's picks for qualifiers to watch in the main draw. Australian Open Men’s Qualifiers 0:46: The unpredictability of this year’s...
Australian Open Men’s Qualifiers
0:46: The unpredictability of this year’s qualifying draw.
1:53: Juncheng Shang is the story of the qualifying draw.
3:41: Brandon Holt and Enzo Couacaud step up in Grand Slam qualifying.
6:37: Jan-Lennard Struff comes through his section confidently.
8:40: Yosuke Watanuki fulfils his potential from Japanese Challengers.
10:41: Nicolas Jarry serve-bots his way to the main draw.
12:12: Yu Hsiou Hsu makes a surprise Grand Slam main draw debut.
14:12: Max Purcell uses his doubles prowess to qualifying in the singles.
15:50: Alexander Vukic capitalises on his form to come through qualifying.

Qualifier/Wild-Card First-Round Predictions
17:48: First half of the draw.
25:11: Second half of the draw.]]>1961atp,australian open,djokovic,grand slam,nadal,tennis,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-76-united-cup-adelaide-and-auckland-ft-john-silk--52387427
United Cup
0:54: Rafa Nadal loses his first two matches of the year.
3:41: Alexander Zverev makes his competitive comeback.
5:37: Matteo Berrettini wins back-to-back top-10 matches, his first wins in two years.
7:38: Stefanos Tsitsipas breaks Borna Coric’s winning streak over him.
13:38: Iga Swiatek loses emphatically to Jessica Pegula.

Adelaide Women’s
17:50: Aryna Sabalenka wins her first title since the Madrid Masters in 2021.
19:42: Czech teenage sensation Linda Noskova emerged from the draw as Sabalenka’s opponent in the final.

Auckland
21:26: Coco Gauff wins the title in Auckland emphatically.

Adelaide Men’s
24:23: Felix Auger-Aliassime and Holger Rune lose early in Adelaide.
27:12: Novak Djokovic defeats Daniil Medvedev enroute to the final.
31:10: Djokovic saves championship point against Sebi Korda in the final.

Australian Open
33:05: Looking at the players in contention for the Australian Open.
38:29: Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52387427Mon, 09 Jan 2023 01:42:58 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk of Talking Tennis, we review the first week of tennis in Australia including Tsitsipas and Swiatek at the United Cup, Djokovic and Sabalenka in Adelaide and Gauff in Auckland. United Cup 0:54: Rafa Nadal loses his first two matches of...
United Cup
0:54: Rafa Nadal loses his first two matches of the year.
3:41: Alexander Zverev makes his competitive comeback.
5:37: Matteo Berrettini wins back-to-back top-10 matches, his first wins in two years.
7:38: Stefanos Tsitsipas breaks Borna Coric’s winning streak over him.
13:38: Iga Swiatek loses emphatically to Jessica Pegula.

Adelaide Women’s
17:50: Aryna Sabalenka wins her first title since the Madrid Masters in 2021.
19:42: Czech teenage sensation Linda Noskova emerged from the draw as Sabalenka’s opponent in the final.

Auckland
21:26: Coco Gauff wins the title in Auckland emphatically.

Adelaide Men’s
24:23: Felix Auger-Aliassime and Holger Rune lose early in Adelaide.
27:12: Novak Djokovic defeats Daniil Medvedev enroute to the final.
31:10: Djokovic saves championship point against Sebi Korda in the final.

Australian Open
33:05: Looking at the players in contention for the Australian Open.
38:29: Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal.]]>2419atp,berrettini,coric,djokovic,gauff,korda,noskova,pegula,sabalenka,swiatek,tennis,tsitsipas,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-75-davis-cup-review-ft-stephen-boughton--52055337
Canada win the Davis Cup

0:29: Team Canada win the Davis Cup.
5:50: Felix Auger-Aliassime instrumental to Canadian success.
9:20: Denis Shapovalov and Vasek Pospisil round off the Canadian Davis Cup team.

Australia Runner-up

15:12: Alex De Minaur leads Australia to a first final in 19 years.
16:58: Nick Kyrgios missing from the roster.

Team USA Drama

20:25: Rajeev Ram excluded from the US roster as they lose in a deciding doubles tie to Italy.

Success for the Davis Cup

27:38: A brief look at the numbers for attendance at this year's Davis Cup.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52055337Wed, 30 Nov 2022 13:29:35 +0000Jack EdwardWith Stephen Boughton of The Slice Tennis, we cover everything from last week's Davis Cup Final including Canada's triumph, Australia's run to the final and the drama in the US Team. Canada win the Davis Cup 0:29: Team Canada win the Davis Cup....
Canada win the Davis Cup

0:29: Team Canada win the Davis Cup.
5:50: Felix Auger-Aliassime instrumental to Canadian success.
9:20: Denis Shapovalov and Vasek Pospisil round off the Canadian Davis Cup team.

Australia Runner-up

15:12: Alex De Minaur leads Australia to a first final in 19 years.
16:58: Nick Kyrgios missing from the roster.

Team USA Drama

20:25: Rajeev Ram excluded from the US roster as they lose in a deciding doubles tie to Italy.

Success for the Davis Cup

27:38: A brief look at the numbers for attendance at this year's Davis Cup.]]>1855atp,auger-aliassime,davis cup,kyrgios,mardy fish,pospisil,rajeev ram,shapovalov,tommy paulfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-atp-finals-review-ft-john-silk-and-owen-lewis--51990450
Novak Djokovic at the ATP Finals

1:25: Novak Djokovic's serving performance leads him to a sixth title at the ATP Finals.
7:57: Djokovic defeats Casper Ruud in the final.

The Field at the ATP Finals

12:36: Our thoughts on Taylor Fritz.
19:00: Ruud's continued woes in big finals.
22:16: Should Andrey Rublev draw positives or negatives from his semifinal run?
26:07: Stefanos Tsitsipas's fascinating season.
34:14: Daniil Medvedev or Rafael Nadal - who should we be more worried about?
43:22: Felix Auger-Aliassime's tournament and season.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51990450Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:49:58 +0000Jack EdwardWith John Silk and Owen Lewis, we cover everything from last week's ATP Finals including Novak Djokovic's run to the title and our thoughts on the rest of the field. Novak Djokovic at the ATP Finals 1:25: Novak Djokovic's serving performance...
Novak Djokovic at the ATP Finals

1:25: Novak Djokovic's serving performance leads him to a sixth title at the ATP Finals.
7:57: Djokovic defeats Casper Ruud in the final.

The Field at the ATP Finals

12:36: Our thoughts on Taylor Fritz.
19:00: Ruud's continued woes in big finals.
22:16: Should Andrey Rublev draw positives or negatives from his semifinal run?
26:07: Stefanos Tsitsipas's fascinating season.
34:14: Daniil Medvedev or Rafael Nadal - who should we be more worried about?
43:22: Felix Auger-Aliassime's tournament and season.]]>2800atp,atp finals,auger-aliassime,casper ruud,daniil medvedev,djokovic,nadal,novak djokovic,rublev,ruud,taylor fritz,tsitsipasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-73-the-billie-jean-king-cup-ft-claire-stanley--51897500
Group Stages

0:43: Great Britain qualify for the semifinals with a dramatic 3-0 victory over Spain.
9:35: Storm Sanders and Ajla Tomljanovic lead Australia to the semifinals.
14:43: Belinda Bencic plays out of her skin and Viktorija Golubic surprises to see Switzerland through to the semis.
24:51: Czechia defeat the US to make it through the group stages.

Semifinals

32:13: Australia deny Great Britain a chance at the title.
40:31: Switzerland power through their singles matches against Czechia.

Final

44:54: Belinda Bencic and Jil Teichmann lead Switzerland to Billie Jean King Cup glory against Australia.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51897500Tue, 15 Nov 2022 12:21:50 +0000Jack EdwardWith Claire Stanley from the Murray Musings podcast, we cover everything from last week's Billie Jean King Cup including Belinda Bencic leading Switzerland to glory and Great Britain's miraculous run to the semifinals. Group Stages 0:43: Great...
Group Stages

0:43: Great Britain qualify for the semifinals with a dramatic 3-0 victory over Spain.
9:35: Storm Sanders and Ajla Tomljanovic lead Australia to the semifinals.
14:43: Belinda Bencic plays out of her skin and Viktorija Golubic surprises to see Switzerland through to the semis.
24:51: Czechia defeat the US to make it through the group stages.

Semifinals

32:13: Australia deny Great Britain a chance at the title.
40:31: Switzerland power through their singles matches against Czechia.

Final

44:54: Belinda Bencic and Jil Teichmann lead Switzerland to Billie Jean King Cup glory against Australia.]]>3248alicia barnett,bencic,billie jean,bjk cup,golubic,harriet dart,heather watson,olivia nicholls,teichmann,tomljanovic,women's tennis,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-wta-finals-ft-pam-shriver--51845885
Tough for the Fans

1:36: Difficult debuts for the Americans Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula.

Semifinal Qualifiers

8:09: Iga Swiatek goes 3-0 in her round-robin matches.
13:01: Aryna Sabalenka scraps through Ons Jabeur at the start of the week.
15:12: Maria Sakkari also goes 3-0 in the round-robin stage.

Swiatek Defeated

20:21: Aryna Sabalenka puts on a second-serving clinic to defeat Iga Swiatek.

Caroline Garcia wins the WTA Finals

24:44: Caro Garcia plays one of her best matches of the year to defeat Sabalenka.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51845885Thu, 10 Nov 2022 01:23:28 +0000Jack EdwardJoined by 22-time Grand Slam champion Pam Shriver, we breakdown the WTA Finals looking at Garcia's tournament winning performance, Sabalenka's rollercoaster season, Swiatek's defeat and disappointing debuts for Gauff and Pegula. Tough for the Fans...
Tough for the Fans

1:36: Difficult debuts for the Americans Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula.

Semifinal Qualifiers

8:09: Iga Swiatek goes 3-0 in her round-robin matches.
13:01: Aryna Sabalenka scraps through Ons Jabeur at the start of the week.
15:12: Maria Sakkari also goes 3-0 in the round-robin stage.

Swiatek Defeated

20:21: Aryna Sabalenka puts on a second-serving clinic to defeat Iga Swiatek.

Caroline Garcia wins the WTA Finals

24:44: Caro Garcia plays one of her best matches of the year to defeat Sabalenka.]]>1802caroline garcia,garcia,gauff,jabeur,kasatkina,pam shriver,pegula,sabalenka,sakkari,swiatek,wta,wta finalsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-paris-masters-ft-gill-gross--51831257
Gilles Simon Retires

0:57: Gilles Simon retires from tennis.

Upsets

6:40: Alex De Minaur defeats Daniil Medvedev.
15:08: Tommy Paul defeats Rafael Nadal.

Alcaraz/Rune

20:02: Our first look at the Alcaraz-Rune rivalry.

Djokovic's Tournament

26:57: Novak Djokovic dismisses Lorenzo Musetti in the quarterfinals.
29:45: Djokovic squeaks passed Stefanos Tsitsipas in an epic semifinal win.

Holger Rune Is The Champion

38:28: Fatigue takes hold of Felix Auger-Aliassime against Holger Rune in the semifinal.
39:20: Stan Wawrinka tells Rune to "stop being a baby on the court" after losing to the Dane.
41:14: All our thoughts on an epic finale for Rune against Djokovic.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51831257Tue, 08 Nov 2022 23:26:14 +0000Jack EdwardWith Tennis Channel broadcaster Gill Gross, we breakdown the Paris Masters analysing Rune's epic final against Djokovic, Djokovic's semifinal against Tsitsipas and Medvedev and Nadal's losses plus Simon retires. Gilles Simon Retires 0:57: Gilles...
Gilles Simon Retires

0:57: Gilles Simon retires from tennis.

Upsets

6:40: Alex De Minaur defeats Daniil Medvedev.
15:08: Tommy Paul defeats Rafael Nadal.

Alcaraz/Rune

20:02: Our first look at the Alcaraz-Rune rivalry.

Djokovic's Tournament

26:57: Novak Djokovic dismisses Lorenzo Musetti in the quarterfinals.
29:45: Djokovic squeaks passed Stefanos Tsitsipas in an epic semifinal win.

Holger Rune Is The Champion

38:28: Fatigue takes hold of Felix Auger-Aliassime against Holger Rune in the semifinal.
39:20: Stan Wawrinka tells Rune to "stop being a baby on the court" after losing to the Dane.
41:14: All our thoughts on an epic finale for Rune against Djokovic.]]>3144auger-aliassime,daniil medvedev,djokovic,holger rune,medvedev,nadal,novak djokovic,paris masters,runefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-basel-and-vienna--51749026
Basel

1:21: Home favourite Stan Wawrinka defeats Casper Ruud and Brandon Nakashima in Basel.
5:41: Arthur Rinderknech gets a special mention for his clutch top-20 wins.
6:43: Felix Auger-Aliassime wins his third title in a row defeating Holger Rune in the final.
11:05: In the semis, FAA extended his head-to-head against Carlos Alcaraz to 3-0.

Vienna

15:48: Daniil Medvedev gets a much-needed come-from-behind win over Denis Shapovalov in the final of Vienna.
19:16: Medvedev's win over Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals.

ATP Finals

22:30: Favourites for the ATP Finals.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51749026Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:18:00 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and John Silk discuss last week's events on the ATP tour including Felix Auger-Aliassime's third title in as many weeks in Basel and a much-needed title for Daniil Medvedev in Vienna. Basel 1:21: Home favourite Stan Wawrinka defeats...
Basel

1:21: Home favourite Stan Wawrinka defeats Casper Ruud and Brandon Nakashima in Basel.
5:41: Arthur Rinderknech gets a special mention for his clutch top-20 wins.
6:43: Felix Auger-Aliassime wins his third title in a row defeating Holger Rune in the final.
11:05: In the semis, FAA extended his head-to-head against Carlos Alcaraz to 3-0.

Vienna

15:48: Daniil Medvedev gets a much-needed come-from-behind win over Denis Shapovalov in the final of Vienna.
19:16: Medvedev's win over Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals.

ATP Finals

22:30: Favourites for the ATP Finals.]]>1631alcaraz,atp,atp finals,auger-aliassime,basel,daniil medvedev,jannik sinner,medvedev,rinderknech,rune,shapovalov,vienna,wawrinkafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-guadalajara-stockholm-naples-and-antwerp--51692355
Guadalajara

0:55: Marie Bouzkova's emergence as a top player in Guadalajara.
3:23: Maria Sakkari comes through tough opposition to make her fourth final of the season.
8:24: Jessica Pegula defeats Sakkari to win her first title of the season.
14:10: Reviewing the qualifiers for the WTA Finals in Fort Worth.

Stockholm

18:53: Stefanos Tsitsipas loses a sixth hard-court final in a row against Holger Rune in Stockholm.
28:52: Rune wins his second title of the season.

Naples

30:31: Naples' tournament organisers mess up.
35:27: Lorenzo Musetti defeats Matteo Berrettini in an all-Italian final.
37:41: The best prospect from Musetti, Rune, Korda, Brooksby and Draper.

Antwerp

40:28: Is Dominic Thiem back?
44:17: Felix Auger-Aliassime proving himself the player to beat indoors and looking at the leaders in the race to the ATP Finals.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51692355Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:10:01 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and John Silk discuss last week's events on the tours including the biggest title of Jessica Pegula's career in Guadalajara, Stefanos Tsitsipas's continued troubles in finals, the mess that was the Tennis Napoli Cup and Felix...
Guadalajara

0:55: Marie Bouzkova's emergence as a top player in Guadalajara.
3:23: Maria Sakkari comes through tough opposition to make her fourth final of the season.
8:24: Jessica Pegula defeats Sakkari to win her first title of the season.
14:10: Reviewing the qualifiers for the WTA Finals in Fort Worth.

Stockholm

18:53: Stefanos Tsitsipas loses a sixth hard-court final in a row against Holger Rune in Stockholm.
28:52: Rune wins his second title of the season.

Naples

30:31: Naples' tournament organisers mess up.
35:27: Lorenzo Musetti defeats Matteo Berrettini in an all-Italian final.
37:41: The best prospect from Musetti, Rune, Korda, Brooksby and Draper.

Antwerp

40:28: Is Dominic Thiem back?
44:17: Felix Auger-Aliassime proving himself the player to beat indoors and looking at the leaders in the race to the ATP Finals.]]>3051antwerp,atp,auger-aliassime,guadalajara,holger rune,jessica pegula,musetti,naples,stockholm,thiem,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-tokyo-ostrava-monastir-and-astana--51519487
Tokyo

1:29: Miomir Kecmanovic saves six match points in his win over Dan Evans.
2:49: Taylor Fritz breaks Frances Tiafoe's record in tiebreaks to win the title in Tokyo.

Ostrava

6:57: An introduction to Alycia Parks who defeated Karolina Pliskova and Maria Sakkari back-to-back (lost to eventual champion Barbora Krejcikova).
11:06: Barbora Krejcikova defeats Iga Swiatek in a thriller in Ostrava.

Monastir

19:38: Ons Jabeur crashes out at her home tournament in Monastir to Claire Liu.
24:42: Elise Mertens wins her first title of the season.

Astana

26:32: Luca Nardi announces himself to the tour in his loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas.
31:36: Daniil Medvedev is forced to retire mid-match in an epic against Novak Djokovic.
39:32: Djokovic rolls in his final against Stefanos Tsitsipas.
41:22: Djokovic's love affair with the post-US-Open season.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51519487Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:34:04 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Damian Kust discuss the last week on the ATP and WTA Tours including titles for Djokovic in Astana, Krejcikova in Ostrava, Mertens in Monastir and Fritz in Tokyo. Tokyo 1:29: Miomir Kecmanovic saves six match points in his win...
Tokyo

1:29: Miomir Kecmanovic saves six match points in his win over Dan Evans.
2:49: Taylor Fritz breaks Frances Tiafoe's record in tiebreaks to win the title in Tokyo.

Ostrava

6:57: An introduction to Alycia Parks who defeated Karolina Pliskova and Maria Sakkari back-to-back (lost to eventual champion Barbora Krejcikova).
11:06: Barbora Krejcikova defeats Iga Swiatek in a thriller in Ostrava.

Monastir

19:38: Ons Jabeur crashes out at her home tournament in Monastir to Claire Liu.
24:42: Elise Mertens wins her first title of the season.

Astana

26:32: Luca Nardi announces himself to the tour in his loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas.
31:36: Daniil Medvedev is forced to retire mid-match in an epic against Novak Djokovic.
39:32: Djokovic rolls in his final against Stefanos Tsitsipas.
41:22: Djokovic's love affair with the post-US-Open season.]]>2753daniil medvedev,djokovic,jabeur,kecmanovic,krejcikova,sakkari,swiatek,taylor fritz,tiafoe,tsitsipasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-tel-aviv-parma-sofia-tallinn-and-seoul--51464939
Tel Aviv

2:28: Novak Djokovic's form coming into the tournament.
4:47: Running through Novak's draw.
6:29: How Novak performed in the final against Marin Cilic.
9:20: Djokovic's chances approaching the ATP Finals.

Parma

13:30: Maria Sakkari's continued run of losses in the latter stages of tournament and Mayar Sherif's maiden WTA title.

Sofia

19:50: Marc-Andrea Huesler defeats Holger Rune in the final of Sofia to win his first ATP title.
24:55: Huesler's survival from the brink against Kamil Majchrzak earlier in the week.

Tallinn

26:30: Barbora Krejcikova breaks Anett Kontaveit's streak on indoor hard-courts in winning the title in Tallinn.
30:30: Looking at the race to the WTA Finals.

Seoul

32:56: Yoshihito Nishioka's win over world #2 Casper Ruud in Seoul.
38:02: Denis Shapovalov regains some form in defeating Jenson Brooksby to reach his first final of the season.
40:10: Nishioka defeats Shapovalov in the final.
42:45: Hyeon Chung makes his return to the court.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51464939Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:48:56 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and John Silk discuss the last week on the ATP and WTA Tours including titles for Djokovic in Tel Aviv, Krejcikova in Tallinn, Sherif in Parma, Huesler in Sofia and Nishioka in Seoul. Tel Aviv 2:28: Novak Djokovic's form coming into...
Tel Aviv

2:28: Novak Djokovic's form coming into the tournament.
4:47: Running through Novak's draw.
6:29: How Novak performed in the final against Marin Cilic.
9:20: Djokovic's chances approaching the ATP Finals.

Parma

13:30: Maria Sakkari's continued run of losses in the latter stages of tournament and Mayar Sherif's maiden WTA title.

Sofia

19:50: Marc-Andrea Huesler defeats Holger Rune in the final of Sofia to win his first ATP title.
24:55: Huesler's survival from the brink against Kamil Majchrzak earlier in the week.

Tallinn

26:30: Barbora Krejcikova breaks Anett Kontaveit's streak on indoor hard-courts in winning the title in Tallinn.
30:30: Looking at the race to the WTA Finals.

Seoul

32:56: Yoshihito Nishioka's win over world #2 Casper Ruud in Seoul.
38:02: Denis Shapovalov regains some form in defeating Jenson Brooksby to reach his first final of the season.
40:10: Nishioka defeats Shapovalov in the final.
42:45: Hyeon Chung makes his return to the court.]]>2751atp,cilic,djokovic,huesler,hyeon chung,kontaveit,krejcikova,nishioka,novak djokovic,ruud,sakkari,shapovalov,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-laver-cup-metz-tokyo-san-diego-and-seoul--51395657
Laver Cup

1:01: Thoughts on the Laver Cup in general.
5:16: Andy Murray's loss to Alex De Minaur.
7:13: Federer's last match playing doubles with Nadal against Tiafoe and Sock and his retirement ceremony.
13:31: Djokovic routs Tiafoe on the Saturday.
15:41: Auger-Aliassime defeats Djokovic on the Sunday.
18:22: Tiafoe clutches out a win against Tsitsipas to win the Laver Cup for Team World.

San Diego

20:16: Vansh's hometown-hero Brandon Nakashima wins his first ATP title in San Diego.
Tokyo
25:16: Luidmila Samsonova continues her great form in defeating Qinwen Zheng to win the title in Tokyo.
28:43: Sports psychology in tennis.
30:22: A couple of facts on the finalists.

Metz

31:45: Stan Wawrinka continues his comeback with a great win over Daniil Medvedev.
37:13: Lorenzo Sonego wins the title in Metz.

Seoul

40:18: Jelena Ostapenko loses to Ekaterina Alexandrova in the final of Seoul.
42:53: Emma Raducanu wins three matches in a row for the first time since last year's US Open.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51395657Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:24:51 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Vansh Vermani discuss the Laver Cup and Roger Federer's retirement plus other tournaments this week in Metz, Tokyo, San Diego and Seoul. Laver Cup 1:01: Thoughts on the Laver Cup in general. 5:16: Andy Murray's loss to Alex De...
Laver Cup

1:01: Thoughts on the Laver Cup in general.
5:16: Andy Murray's loss to Alex De Minaur.
7:13: Federer's last match playing doubles with Nadal against Tiafoe and Sock and his retirement ceremony.
13:31: Djokovic routs Tiafoe on the Saturday.
15:41: Auger-Aliassime defeats Djokovic on the Sunday.
18:22: Tiafoe clutches out a win against Tsitsipas to win the Laver Cup for Team World.

San Diego

20:16: Vansh's hometown-hero Brandon Nakashima wins his first ATP title in San Diego.
Tokyo
25:16: Luidmila Samsonova continues her great form in defeating Qinwen Zheng to win the title in Tokyo.
28:43: Sports psychology in tennis.
30:22: A couple of facts on the finalists.

Metz

31:45: Stan Wawrinka continues his comeback with a great win over Daniil Medvedev.
37:13: Lorenzo Sonego wins the title in Metz.

Seoul

40:18: Jelena Ostapenko loses to Ekaterina Alexandrova in the final of Seoul.
42:53: Emma Raducanu wins three matches in a row for the first time since last year's US Open.]]>2827alexandrova,andy murray,daniil medvedev,djokovic,federer,laver cup,nadal,nakashima,novak djokovic,ostapenko,raducanu,rafael nadal,roger federer,samsonova,tiafoe,wawrinkafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-great-britain-at-the-davis-cup--51311421
1:35: My experience being media accredited at the Davis Cup ties in Glasgow.
7:54: The Netherlands tie against Kazakhstan.
9:23: Cam Norrie's week in Glasgow.
13:24: The late Wednesday doubles between Joe Salisbury/Andy Murray and Rajeev Ram/Jack Sock.
20:23: Team GB go crashing out of the Davis Cup in their tie against the Netherlands on Friday.
26:05: The atmosphere at the dead rubber on Sunday.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51311421Mon, 19 Sep 2022 17:21:07 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Scott Barclay discuss Great Britain's loss in the group stages of the Davis Cup World Group including their ties against USA, Netherlands and Kazakhstan. 1:35: My experience being media accredited at the Davis Cup ties in Glasgow....
1:35: My experience being media accredited at the Davis Cup ties in Glasgow.
7:54: The Netherlands tie against Kazakhstan.
9:23: Cam Norrie's week in Glasgow.
13:24: The late Wednesday doubles between Joe Salisbury/Andy Murray and Rajeev Ram/Jack Sock.
20:23: Team GB go crashing out of the Davis Cup in their tie against the Netherlands on Friday.
26:05: The atmosphere at the dead rubber on Sunday.]]>2649andy murray,cam norrie,dan evans,davis cup,evans,joe salisbury,leon smith,murray,neal skupski,norrie,salisbury,team gbfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-us-open-2022-men-s-and-women-s-finals--51263565
Women's Singles: Iga Swiatek defeats Ons Jabeur

0:59: John's experience watching the US Open final live.
3:41: Iga Swiatek's ability to deal with pressure and how she performed in the final.
12:25: Ons Jabeur's ability to deal with adversity and whether or not she'll win a Slam.
21:08: The stats on Iga's US Open win.

Men's Singles: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Casper Ruud

21:36: The stats on Carlos Alcaraz's US Open win (*10 of 23 titles this year).
23:05: Alcaraz's self-belief going into the final and Casper Ruud's success/failures in this match.
35:06: Juan Carlos Ferrero's assessment of Carlos after the final.
44:36: Alcaraz and the Big Three.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51263565Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:33:23 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and John Silk discuss this year's men's and women's singles finals at the US Open including Iga Swiatek defeating Ons Jabeur and Carlos Alcaraz defeating Casper Ruud. Women's Singles: Iga Swiatek defeats Ons Jabeur 0:59: John's...
Women's Singles: Iga Swiatek defeats Ons Jabeur

0:59: John's experience watching the US Open final live.
3:41: Iga Swiatek's ability to deal with pressure and how she performed in the final.
12:25: Ons Jabeur's ability to deal with adversity and whether or not she'll win a Slam.
21:08: The stats on Iga's US Open win.

Men's Singles: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Casper Ruud

21:36: The stats on Carlos Alcaraz's US Open win (*10 of 23 titles this year).
23:05: Alcaraz's self-belief going into the final and Casper Ruud's success/failures in this match.
35:06: Juan Carlos Ferrero's assessment of Carlos after the final.
44:36: Alcaraz and the Big Three.]]>3078alcaraz,carlos alcaraz,casper ruud,grand slam,iga,iga swiatek,jabeur,ons jabeur,ruud,tennis,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-63-us-open-2022-carlos-alcaraz-vs-jannik-sinner-review--51192453
Story of the Match

1:33: Sets 1 and 2.
9:22: Set 3.
16:54: Set 4.
21:32: Set 5.

Analysis

25:32: Alcaraz's backhand return.
28:14: Alcaraz's serving strategy.
33:44: The length of the match suited Alcaraz.
36:00: Did Sinner play a strategically sounder match?

The Bigger Picture

39:20: A fleeting comparison to the Big Three.
42:03: Leading the new generation.
43:46: Does Frances Tiafoe have a chance against Alcaraz?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51192453Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:40:24 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward, Vansh Vermani and Owen Lewis review Carlos Alcaraz's epic quarterfinal win over Jannik Sinner at this year's US Open. Story of the Match 1:33: Sets 1 and 2. 9:22: Set 3. 16:54: Set 4. 21:32: Set 5. Analysis 25:32: Alcaraz's...
Story of the Match

1:33: Sets 1 and 2.
9:22: Set 3.
16:54: Set 4.
21:32: Set 5.

Analysis

25:32: Alcaraz's backhand return.
28:14: Alcaraz's serving strategy.
33:44: The length of the match suited Alcaraz.
36:00: Did Sinner play a strategically sounder match?

The Bigger Picture

39:20: A fleeting comparison to the Big Three.
42:03: Leading the new generation.
43:46: Does Frances Tiafoe have a chance against Alcaraz?]]>2811alcaraz,carlitos,carlos alcaraz,jannik,jannik sinner,sinner,sinner alcaraz,tennis,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-us-open-2022-week-one-review--51156083
Men's Quarterfinals

1:02: Nick Kyrgios defeats defending champion Daniil Medvedev.
8:01: Karen Khachanov defeats an in-form Pablo Carreno Busta.
12:42: Our pick for Matteo Berrettini vs Casper Ruud.
18:47: Frances Tiafoe defeats Rafael Nadal.
25:19: Andrey Rublev defeats Denis Shapovalov enroute to the quarterfinals.
27:32 Our pick for Rublev vs Tiafoe.
30:35: Our pick for Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz.

Women's Quarterfinals

35:22: Our pick for Ons Jabeur vs Alja Tomjlanovic.
41:22: Our pick for Caroline Garcia vs Coco Gauff.
49:24: Our pick for Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51156083Tue, 06 Sep 2022 03:03:28 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward, Vansh Vermani and Isabel Wing review everything that happened during the first week of the US Open including Frances Tiafoe's win over Rafa and Nick Kyrgios defeating defending champ Daniil Medvedev plus our picks for the men's and...
Men's Quarterfinals

1:02: Nick Kyrgios defeats defending champion Daniil Medvedev.
8:01: Karen Khachanov defeats an in-form Pablo Carreno Busta.
12:42: Our pick for Matteo Berrettini vs Casper Ruud.
18:47: Frances Tiafoe defeats Rafael Nadal.
25:19: Andrey Rublev defeats Denis Shapovalov enroute to the quarterfinals.
27:32 Our pick for Rublev vs Tiafoe.
30:35: Our pick for Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz.

Women's Quarterfinals

35:22: Our pick for Ons Jabeur vs Alja Tomjlanovic.
41:22: Our pick for Caroline Garcia vs Coco Gauff.
49:24: Our pick for Iga Swiatek vs Jessica Pegula.]]>3399alcaraz,berrettini,caroline garcia,carreno busta,gauff,jabeur,kyrgios,medvedev,nadal,pegula,rublev,ruud,sinner,swiatek,tennis,tiafoe,tomjlanovic,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-us-open-2022-draw-breakdown--51038426
Men's Singles Draw

First Quarter

1:14: The picks of the first-rounds in this quarter including Kyrgios/Kokkinakis, Carreno Busta/Thiem and Wolf/Bautista Agut.
4:58: Analysing Daniil Medvedev's draw.
7:45: Dark horse picks.

Second Quarter

10:14: Analysing Andy Murray's draw.
12:48: Why Taylor Fritz is the favourite for this quarter.
16:01: Dark horse picks.

Third Quarter

17:30: Picking between Hubert Hurkacz and Jannik Sinner.
20:55: Picking between Carlos Alcaraz and Borna Coric.
23:44: Dark horse picks.

Fourth Quarter

25:10: Cam Norrie's favourable draw.
29:19: Analysing Rafa Nadal's draw.

Women's Singles Draw

First Quarter

32:00: Analysing Iga Swiatek's draw.
35:48: Dark horse picks.

Second Quarter

39:48: Picking someone to emerge in this open quarter.
42:28: The picks of the first-rounds in this quarter including Raducanu/Cornet, Van Uytvanck/Venus Williams and Collins/Osaka.

Third Quarter

43:49: Analysing Simona Halep's draw.
48:45: A stacked section with Haddad Maia, Andreescu, and Garcia.

Fourth Quarter

51:05: Picking between Jabeur, Kasatkina, Kudermetova and Rogers.
54:00: Serena Williams given a first-round against Danka Kovinic.
56:09: Dark horse picks.

Outright Winners

58:07: Outright winner picks.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51038426Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:16:21 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Damian Kust breakdown this year's US Open men's and women's singles draws looking at first-rounds to watch, dark horse picks and players that could go far. Men's Singles Draw First Quarter 1:14: The picks of the first-rounds...
Men's Singles Draw

First Quarter

1:14: The picks of the first-rounds in this quarter including Kyrgios/Kokkinakis, Carreno Busta/Thiem and Wolf/Bautista Agut.
4:58: Analysing Daniil Medvedev's draw.
7:45: Dark horse picks.

Second Quarter

10:14: Analysing Andy Murray's draw.
12:48: Why Taylor Fritz is the favourite for this quarter.
16:01: Dark horse picks.

Third Quarter

17:30: Picking between Hubert Hurkacz and Jannik Sinner.
20:55: Picking between Carlos Alcaraz and Borna Coric.
23:44: Dark horse picks.

Fourth Quarter

25:10: Cam Norrie's favourable draw.
29:19: Analysing Rafa Nadal's draw.

Women's Singles Draw

First Quarter

32:00: Analysing Iga Swiatek's draw.
35:48: Dark horse picks.

Second Quarter

39:48: Picking someone to emerge in this open quarter.
42:28: The picks of the first-rounds in this quarter including Raducanu/Cornet, Van Uytvanck/Venus Williams and Collins/Osaka.

Third Quarter

43:49: Analysing Simona Halep's draw.
48:45: A stacked section with Haddad Maia, Andreescu, and Garcia.

Fourth Quarter

51:05: Picking between Jabeur, Kasatkina, Kudermetova and Rogers.
54:00: Serena Williams given a first-round against Danka Kovinic.
56:09: Dark horse picks.

Outright Winners

58:07: Outright winner picks.]]>3768alcaraz,andreescu,andy murray,atp,caroline garcia,fritz,halep,kontaveit,kyrgios,medvedev,nadal,naomi osaka,norrie,raducanu,sakkari,serena williams,swiatek,tsitsipas,us open,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-cincinnati-masters-2022-review--51015426
Cincinnati WTA

Early Exits

1:02: Serena Williams loses to Emma Raducanu plus discussing both player's chances at the US Open.
5:59: Simona Halep and Coco Gauff opt for caution in the run-up to the US Open.
7:09: Iga Swiatek loses to Madison Keys in the round of 16 plus both player's chances at the US.

The Finalists

13:32: Petra Kvitova survives match point against Jil Teichmann in the first-round.
16:37: Caroline Garcia's form throughout the tournament and against Kvitova in the final.

Cincinnati ATP

Early Exits

23:51: Pablo Carreno Busta suffers a hangover from his Montreal Masters win.
26:10: Frances Tiafoe's form in his win against Matteo Berrettini.
29:19: Andy Murray's win over Stan Wawrinka and his loss to Cam Norrie.
34:10: An introduction to Ben Shelton who defeated Casper Ruud in the second-round.

The Finalists

38:54: Stefanos Tsitsipas defeats Daniil Medvedev in one of his wins of the season.
45:08: Borna Coric becomes the lowest-ranked player to win a Masters title.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51015426Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:47:45 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and David Gertler review everything that happened at the Cincinnati Masters including how Caroline Garcia and Borna Coric made surprising title runs. Cincinnati WTA Early Exits 1:02: Serena Williams loses to Emma Raducanu plus...
Cincinnati WTA

Early Exits

1:02: Serena Williams loses to Emma Raducanu plus discussing both player's chances at the US Open.
5:59: Simona Halep and Coco Gauff opt for caution in the run-up to the US Open.
7:09: Iga Swiatek loses to Madison Keys in the round of 16 plus both player's chances at the US.

The Finalists

13:32: Petra Kvitova survives match point against Jil Teichmann in the first-round.
16:37: Caroline Garcia's form throughout the tournament and against Kvitova in the final.

Cincinnati ATP

Early Exits

23:51: Pablo Carreno Busta suffers a hangover from his Montreal Masters win.
26:10: Frances Tiafoe's form in his win against Matteo Berrettini.
29:19: Andy Murray's win over Stan Wawrinka and his loss to Cam Norrie.
34:10: An introduction to Ben Shelton who defeated Casper Ruud in the second-round.

The Finalists

38:54: Stefanos Tsitsipas defeats Daniil Medvedev in one of his wins of the season.
45:08: Borna Coric becomes the lowest-ranked player to win a Masters title.]]>3598andy murray,atp,berrettini,borna coric,caroline garcia,cincinnati masters,coric,garcia,kvitova,medvedev,raducanu,serena williams,swiatek,tsitsipas,wawrinka,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-59-montreal-and-toronto-masters-2022-review--50927876
Montreal

Early Exits

1:17: Trivia question: Pablo Carreno Busta is now the second-oldest first-time Masters champion of all time. Which player is the oldest? Answer revealed at 29:41.
2:15: Andy Murray loses emphatically to Taylor Fritz.
4:09: Tommy Paul defeats Carlos Alcaraz in a high-drama affair.
6:02: Casper Ruud proves he has more than one shot against Roberto Bautista Agut.
8:20: Nick Kyrgios serve-and-volleys his through Daniil Medvedev.

Match of the Tournament

12:06: Dan Evans defeats Tommy Paul in Jack's pick for match of the tournament.

Hubert Hurkacz

13:54: Nick Kyrgios runs out of steam against Hubert Hurkacz.
15:58: Hurkacz defeats Casper Ruud in the semifinals.

Pablo Carreno Busta

20:41: Nick's love of PCB.
24:46: PCB dismantles Jannik Sinner.
26:04: What made the difference for PCB in the final against Hurkacz.
29:41: Who is the oldest first-time Masters champion of all time?

Toronto

Early Exits

30:41: Serena Williams loses to Belinda Bencic in her last appearance in Toronto.
35:01: Iga Swiatek loses to Beatriz Haddad Maia.

Coco Gauff

39:01: Coco Gauff's fighting spirit in her wins against Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka.
41:46: Gauff becomes the world #1 in doubles.

The Semifinalists

43:47: Jessica Pegula's consistency this year.
46:34: Karolina Pliskova overcomes a poor season to make the semifinals in Toronto.

The Final

49:20: Is Simona Halep a pusher?
52:59 How the final played out between Halep and Haddad Maia.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50927876Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:15:48 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Nick Carter review everything that happened at the Montreal and Toronto Masters including how Pablo Carreno Busta and Simona Halep earned their titles. Montreal Early Exits 1:17: Trivia question: Pablo Carreno Busta is now the...
Montreal

Early Exits

1:17: Trivia question: Pablo Carreno Busta is now the second-oldest first-time Masters champion of all time. Which player is the oldest? Answer revealed at 29:41.
2:15: Andy Murray loses emphatically to Taylor Fritz.
4:09: Tommy Paul defeats Carlos Alcaraz in a high-drama affair.
6:02: Casper Ruud proves he has more than one shot against Roberto Bautista Agut.
8:20: Nick Kyrgios serve-and-volleys his through Daniil Medvedev.

Match of the Tournament

12:06: Dan Evans defeats Tommy Paul in Jack's pick for match of the tournament.

Hubert Hurkacz

13:54: Nick Kyrgios runs out of steam against Hubert Hurkacz.
15:58: Hurkacz defeats Casper Ruud in the semifinals.

Pablo Carreno Busta

20:41: Nick's love of PCB.
24:46: PCB dismantles Jannik Sinner.
26:04: What made the difference for PCB in the final against Hurkacz.
29:41: Who is the oldest first-time Masters champion of all time?

Toronto

Early Exits

30:41: Serena Williams loses to Belinda Bencic in her last appearance in Toronto.
35:01: Iga Swiatek loses to Beatriz Haddad Maia.

Coco Gauff

39:01: Coco Gauff's fighting spirit in her wins against Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka.
41:46: Gauff becomes the world #1 in doubles.

The Semifinalists

43:47: Jessica Pegula's consistency this year.
46:34: Karolina Pliskova overcomes a poor season to make the semifinals in Toronto.

The Final

49:20: Is Simona Halep a pusher?
52:59 How the final played out between Halep and Haddad Maia.]]>3600alcaraz,andy murray,atp,carreno busta,haddad maia,halep,hurkacz,kyrgios,medvedev,pegula,pliskova,rybakina,sabalenka,serena williams,simona halep,swiatek,tommy paul,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-washington-los-cabos-and-san-jose--50863972
Washington ATP

0:54: Andy Murray's loss to Mikael Ymer.
4:33: Emil Ruusuvuori defeats Hubert Hurkacz.
7:54: Yoshihito Nishioka's brilliant run in Washington looking at his semifinal win over Andrey Rublev.
13:26: Nick Kyrgios's run through Washington to earn the seventh title of his career.

Washington WTA

19:04: Luidmila Samsonova's win over Emma Raducanu in the quarterfinals.
22:39: Samsonova defeats Kaia Kanepi to win the title in Washington.

Los Cabos

25:55: Cam Norrie's run to a tenth final in 18 months looking at his semifinal win against Felix Auger-Aliassime in Las Cabos.
33:04: Daniil Medvedev defeats Norrie in the final.

San Jose

37:14: Coco Gauff's win over Naomi Osaka at the start of the tournament.
43:20: Daria Kasatkina's win over Shelby Rogers in the final of San Jose.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50863972Tue, 09 Aug 2022 15:58:10 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Vansh Vermani talk everything from the last week of tour tennis including Kyrgios and Samsonova's titles in Washington, Medvedev's return in Los Cabos and Kasatkina's win in San Jose. Washington ATP 0:54: Andy Murray's loss to...
Washington ATP

0:54: Andy Murray's loss to Mikael Ymer.
4:33: Emil Ruusuvuori defeats Hubert Hurkacz.
7:54: Yoshihito Nishioka's brilliant run in Washington looking at his semifinal win over Andrey Rublev.
13:26: Nick Kyrgios's run through Washington to earn the seventh title of his career.

Washington WTA

19:04: Luidmila Samsonova's win over Emma Raducanu in the quarterfinals.
22:39: Samsonova defeats Kaia Kanepi to win the title in Washington.

Los Cabos

25:55: Cam Norrie's run to a tenth final in 18 months looking at his semifinal win against Felix Auger-Aliassime in Las Cabos.
33:04: Daniil Medvedev defeats Norrie in the final.

San Jose

37:14: Coco Gauff's win over Naomi Osaka at the start of the tournament.
43:20: Daria Kasatkina's win over Shelby Rogers in the final of San Jose.]]>2980andy murray,atp,auger-aliassime,gauff,hurkacz,kanepi,kasatkina,kyrgios,los cabos,medvedev,naomi osaka,nishioka,norrie,raducanu,rogers,rublev,samsonova,san jose,washington,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-57-warsaw-umag-atlanta-kitzbuhel-and-prague--50799285
Poland Open

1:25: Damian's positive and negative experiences attending the Poland Open.
10:32: Caroline Garcia's win over world #1 Iga Swiatek.

Umag

21:31: Jannik Sinner defeats Carlos Alcaraz in the final of Umag.
25:07: Daniil Medvedev's record vs Frenchman.
26:00: Jaume Munar's bad luck.

Atlanta

30:00: Drama from Jenson Brooksby in his win over Frances Tiafoe.
32:33: Alex De Minaur defeats Jenson Brooksby in the final of Atlanta.

Kitzbuhel

37:20: Roberto Bautista Agut defeats Filip Misolic in the final of Kitzbuhel.
38:36: Some insight into Misolic's game.

Prague

43:05: Marie Bouzkova defeats Anastasia Potapova in the final of Prague.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50799285Wed, 03 Aug 2022 11:43:49 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Damian Kust discuss last week's events on the tours including Garcia's win in Warsaw, Sinner's win in Umag, De Minaur's title in Atlanta, Bautista Agut's second clay trophy in Kitzbuhel and Bouzkova's first title in Prague. Poland...
Poland Open

1:25: Damian's positive and negative experiences attending the Poland Open.
10:32: Caroline Garcia's win over world #1 Iga Swiatek.

Umag

21:31: Jannik Sinner defeats Carlos Alcaraz in the final of Umag.
25:07: Daniil Medvedev's record vs Frenchman.
26:00: Jaume Munar's bad luck.

Atlanta

30:00: Drama from Jenson Brooksby in his win over Frances Tiafoe.
32:33: Alex De Minaur defeats Jenson Brooksby in the final of Atlanta.

Kitzbuhel

37:20: Roberto Bautista Agut defeats Filip Misolic in the final of Kitzbuhel.
38:36: Some insight into Misolic's game.

Prague

43:05: Marie Bouzkova defeats Anastasia Potapova in the final of Prague.]]>2849atlanta,bautista agut,bouzkova,carlos alcaraz,caroline garcia,daniil medvedev,de minaur,frances tiafoe,iga swiatek,jannik sinner,jaume munar,jenson brooksby,kitzbuhel,misolic,potapova,prague,umag,warsawfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-hamburg-gstaad-and-palermo--50714335
Hamburg ATP

0:56: Lorenzo Musetti's difficulty closing out matches in Hamburg.
4:39: Carlos Alcaraz's complicated route to the final.
5:52: How the final played out.
12:48: Summing up the stats.

Hamburg WTA

14:11: Bernarda Pera follows up her victory in Hungary with a title in Hamburg.

Gstaad ATP

19:22: Dominic Thiem continues his comeback with three wins back-to-back in Gstaad.
22:36: The final between Casper Ruud and Matteo Berrettini.
27:28: Berrettini's limits.
29:27: Changing Ruud's schedule.

Palermo WTA

31:26: Irina-Camelia Begu's tough second-round against Oceane Dodin.
32:32: Sara Sorribes Tormo's game.
37:10: Summing up Begu's stats and a clutch for Kvitova fans.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50714335Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:45:14 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Owen Lewis discuss last week's events on the tours including Musetti and Pera's wins in Hamburg, Ruud's title defence in Gstaad and Begu's victory in Palermo. Hamburg ATP 0:56: Lorenzo Musetti's difficulty closing out matches in...
Hamburg ATP

0:56: Lorenzo Musetti's difficulty closing out matches in Hamburg.
4:39: Carlos Alcaraz's complicated route to the final.
5:52: How the final played out.
12:48: Summing up the stats.

Hamburg WTA

14:11: Bernarda Pera follows up her victory in Hungary with a title in Hamburg.

Gstaad ATP

19:22: Dominic Thiem continues his comeback with three wins back-to-back in Gstaad.
22:36: The final between Casper Ruud and Matteo Berrettini.
27:28: Berrettini's limits.
29:27: Changing Ruud's schedule.

Palermo WTA

31:26: Irina-Camelia Begu's tough second-round against Oceane Dodin.
32:32: Sara Sorribes Tormo's game.
37:10: Summing up Begu's stats and a clutch for Kvitova fans.]]>2332alcaraz,atp,begu,berrettini,dodin,gstaad,hamburg,musetti,palermo,pera,ruud,sorribes tormo,thiem,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-the-life-of-a-tennis-journalist--50629983
1:21: Stephen Boughton tells us about 'The Slice'.
5:07: Thoughts on Tennis Twitter.
9:31: Discussing the options for commentary in tennis media.
14:05: Stephen's goals as he travels the tour in Europe.
19:35: The troubles of getting accredited by the media.
31:28: Stephen's favourite Canadian player.
36:03: Thoughts on the GOAT debate.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50629983Mon, 18 Jul 2022 19:45:59 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward talks to the founder of 'The Slice' Stephen Boughton on travelling the world as a tennis journalist. 1:21: Stephen Boughton tells us about 'The Slice'. 5:07: Thoughts on Tennis Twitter. 9:31: Discussing the options for commentary in...
1:21: Stephen Boughton tells us about 'The Slice'.
5:07: Thoughts on Tennis Twitter.
9:31: Discussing the options for commentary in tennis media.
14:05: Stephen's goals as he travels the tour in Europe.
19:35: The troubles of getting accredited by the media.
31:28: Stephen's favourite Canadian player.
36:03: Thoughts on the GOAT debate.]]>2615andreescu,atp,auger-aliassime,djokovic,federer,fernandez,nadal,shapovalov,stephen boughton,tennis,tennis media,the slice,twitter,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-wimbledon-2022-men-s-final-review--50528089
1:28: How Nick Kyrgios won the first set.
5:09: How Novak Djokovic changed the dynamic of the match.
8:27: How the final three sets played out.
12:10: Did Kyrgios ever have a chance in this match?
17:21: Does Kyrgios have a chance at majors going forward?
22:19: When Djokovic hangs up his racket, who has the potential to dominate at Wimbledon?
26:26: Drawing comparisons between Federer and Djokovic.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50528089Sun, 10 Jul 2022 22:19:09 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Vansh Vermani review the Wimbledon men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios. 1:28: How Nick Kyrgios won the first set. 5:09: How Novak Djokovic changed the dynamic of the match. 8:27: How the final three sets...
1:28: How Nick Kyrgios won the first set.
5:09: How Novak Djokovic changed the dynamic of the match.
8:27: How the final three sets played out.
12:10: Did Kyrgios ever have a chance in this match?
17:21: Does Kyrgios have a chance at majors going forward?
22:19: When Djokovic hangs up his racket, who has the potential to dominate at Wimbledon?
26:26: Drawing comparisons between Federer and Djokovic.]]>1785djokovic,kyrgios,nick kyrgios,novak djokovic,sw19,tennis,wimbledon,wimbledon finalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-wimbledon-2022-men-s-final-preview--50513073
1:09: Damian's feelings about the final.
2:36: Nick Kyrgios's tournament so far.
8:51: The match-up between the two players.
16:56: Predictions for the match.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50513073Fri, 08 Jul 2022 19:59:12 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Damian Kust preview the Wimbledon men's singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios. 1:09: Damian's feelings about the final. 2:36: Nick Kyrgios's tournament so far. 8:51: The match-up between the two players. 16:56:...
1:09: Damian's feelings about the final.
2:36: Nick Kyrgios's tournament so far.
8:51: The match-up between the two players.
16:56: Predictions for the match.]]>1225djokovic,kyrgios,nick kyrgios,novak,novak djokovic,tennis,wimbledon,wimbledon finalfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-recapping-the-first-week-of-wimbledon-2022--50463919
Our Favourite Matches of the First Week

0:44: Watching Andy Murray losing to John Isner live.
3:44: Serena Williams' loss to Harmony Tan and Novak Djokovic's win against Tim Van Rijthoven.

Biggest Shocks of the First Week

4:58: Alizé Cornet upsets Iga Swiatek in the third-round.
9:45: Cristian Garin makes it to the quarterfinals.
13:01: Jule Niemeier and Tatjana Maria facing off in the quarterfinals.

Best Matches of the First Week

16:35: Excitement for an exceptional future rivalry as Jannik Sinner defeats Carlos Alcaraz.
23:35: Ons Jabeur saves four set points in the first set in her defeat of Elise Mertens.
24:48: The drama in Nick Kyrgios' win over Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Predicted Semifinalists

33:41: David Goffin v Cam Norrie.
36:05: Rafael Nadal v Taylor Fritz.
37:47: Nick Kyrgios v Cristian Garin.
38:59: Amanda Anisimova v Simona Halep.
42:15: Elena Rybakina v Alja Tomjlanovic.
43:52: Ons Jabeur v Marie Bouzkova.

Nadal v Djokovic

45:51: Our thoughts on a potential Nadal v Djokovic final.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50463919Mon, 04 Jul 2022 22:40:15 +0000Jack EdwardI'm joined by Owen Lewis to recap everything from the first week of Wimbledon including the biggest shocks, the best matches and our predicted semifinalists. Our Favourite Matches of the First Week 0:44: Watching Andy Murray losing to John Isner...
Our Favourite Matches of the First Week

0:44: Watching Andy Murray losing to John Isner live.
3:44: Serena Williams' loss to Harmony Tan and Novak Djokovic's win against Tim Van Rijthoven.

Biggest Shocks of the First Week

4:58: Alizé Cornet upsets Iga Swiatek in the third-round.
9:45: Cristian Garin makes it to the quarterfinals.
13:01: Jule Niemeier and Tatjana Maria facing off in the quarterfinals.

Best Matches of the First Week

16:35: Excitement for an exceptional future rivalry as Jannik Sinner defeats Carlos Alcaraz.
23:35: Ons Jabeur saves four set points in the first set in her defeat of Elise Mertens.
24:48: The drama in Nick Kyrgios' win over Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Predicted Semifinalists

33:41: David Goffin v Cam Norrie.
36:05: Rafael Nadal v Taylor Fritz.
37:47: Nick Kyrgios v Cristian Garin.
38:59: Amanda Anisimova v Simona Halep.
42:15: Elena Rybakina v Alja Tomjlanovic.
43:52: Ons Jabeur v Marie Bouzkova.

Nadal v Djokovic

45:51: Our thoughts on a potential Nadal v Djokovic final.]]>3051alcaraz,andy murray,anisimova,cornet,djokovic,fritz,goffin,halep,isner,jabeur,jannik sinner,kyrgios,nadal,norrie,rybakina,serena williams,swiatek,tennis,wimbledonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-wimbledon-2022-men-s-draw-breakdown--50321036
Top Half

1:22: First projected quarterfinalist. Includes Novak Djokovic and Reilly Opelka.
4:22: Second projected quarterfinalist. Includes Jannik Sinner, Andy Murray and Carlos Alcaraz.
10:05: Third projected quarterfinalist. Includes Casper Ruud, Frances Tiafoe and Pablo Carreno Busta.
16:08: Fourth projected quarterfinalist. Includes Hubert Hurkacz, Cameron Norrie and Grigor Dimitrov.

Bottom Half

19:16: Fifth projected quarterfinalist. Includes Matteo Berrettini, Diego Schwartzman and Alex De Minaur.
25:54: Sixth projected quarterfinalist. Includes Stefanos Tsitsipas, Nick Kyrgios and Roberto Bautista Agut.
29:45: Seventh projected quarterfinalist. Includes Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz and Dan Evans.
36:51: Eight projected quarterfinalist. Includes Rafael Nadal, Marin Cilic and Botic Van De Zandschulp.

Outright Winner

41:39: Our picks for an outright winner.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50321036Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:17:59 +0000Jack EdwardJack Edward and Damian Kust predict the quarterfinalists and the outright winner from this year's Wimbledon men's singles draw. Top Half 1:22: First projected quarterfinalist. Includes Novak Djokovic and Reilly Opelka. 4:22: Second projected...
Top Half

1:22: First projected quarterfinalist. Includes Novak Djokovic and Reilly Opelka.
4:22: Second projected quarterfinalist. Includes Jannik Sinner, Andy Murray and Carlos Alcaraz.
10:05: Third projected quarterfinalist. Includes Casper Ruud, Frances Tiafoe and Pablo Carreno Busta.
16:08: Fourth projected quarterfinalist. Includes Hubert Hurkacz, Cameron Norrie and Grigor Dimitrov.

Bottom Half

19:16: Fifth projected quarterfinalist. Includes Matteo Berrettini, Diego Schwartzman and Alex De Minaur.
25:54: Sixth projected quarterfinalist. Includes Stefanos Tsitsipas, Nick Kyrgios and Roberto Bautista Agut.
29:45: Seventh projected quarterfinalist. Includes Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz and Dan Evans.
36:51: Eight projected quarterfinalist. Includes Rafael Nadal, Marin Cilic and Botic Van De Zandschulp.

Outright Winner

41:39: Our picks for an outright winner.]]>2803alcaraz,andy murray,auger-aliassime,berrettini,cilic,djokovic,hurkacz,jannik sinner,kyrgios,men's singles,nadal,norrie,tennis,tsitsipas,wimbledon,wimbledon 2022,wimbledon draw,wimbledon predictionsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-50-queen-s-halle-birmingham-and-berlin--50276887
Halle

1:19: Hubert Hurkacz defeats the defending champion, Ugo Humbert.
6:02: Hurkacz goes on to defeat FAA and Nick Kyrgios.
7:59: Daniil Medvedev's meltdown and Hurkacz's brilliance in the final + Hurkacz's chances at Wimbledon compared to Matteo Berrettini's.

Birmingham

13:40: Beatriz Haddad Maia survives a high-quality three-setter against Simona Halep.
17:44: Haddad Maia's chances against Iga Swiatek.

Berlin

22:35: Coco Gauff's mental strength in her quarterfinal against Karolina Pliskova.
26:24: Ons Jabeur's ability to counter Gauff's weaponry.

Queen's

29:17: Ryan Peniston's win over top-seed Casper Ruud, Wawrinka's win over Frances Tiafoe and Denis Shapovalov's continued woes.
33:25: Berrettini's first two wins over Dan Evans and Denis Kudla.
35:22: Berrettini's next two wins against Tommy Paul and BVDZ.
38:50: Cilic's loss to Filip Krajinovic in the semifinal.
39:59: Krajinovic's level in his final loss to Berrettini.
44:29: Berrettini and Hurkacz's chances against Novak Djokovic.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50276887Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:46:34 +0000Jack EdwardReviewing last week's tournaments as the grass season develops including Hurkacz's win in Halle, Berrettini's win in Queen's, Haddad Maia's win in Birmingham and Ons Jabeur's win in Berlin. Halle 1:19: Hubert Hurkacz defeats the defending...
Halle

1:19: Hubert Hurkacz defeats the defending champion, Ugo Humbert.
6:02: Hurkacz goes on to defeat FAA and Nick Kyrgios.
7:59: Daniil Medvedev's meltdown and Hurkacz's brilliance in the final + Hurkacz's chances at Wimbledon compared to Matteo Berrettini's.

Birmingham

13:40: Beatriz Haddad Maia survives a high-quality three-setter against Simona Halep.
17:44: Haddad Maia's chances against Iga Swiatek.

Berlin

22:35: Coco Gauff's mental strength in her quarterfinal against Karolina Pliskova.
26:24: Ons Jabeur's ability to counter Gauff's weaponry.

Queen's

29:17: Ryan Peniston's win over top-seed Casper Ruud, Wawrinka's win over Frances Tiafoe and Denis Shapovalov's continued woes.
33:25: Berrettini's first two wins over Dan Evans and Denis Kudla.
35:22: Berrettini's next two wins against Tommy Paul and BVDZ.
38:50: Cilic's loss to Filip Krajinovic in the semifinal.
39:59: Krajinovic's level in his final loss to Berrettini.
44:29: Berrettini and Hurkacz's chances against Novak Djokovic.]]>2927atp,berrettini,cilic,djokovic,gauff,haddad maia,halep,halle,hurkacz,jabeur,medvedev,peniston,queen's,swiatek,tennis,wimbledon,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-starting-the-grass-season-in-stuttgart-s-hertogenbosch-and-nottingham--50186146
Stuttgart

1:22: Matteo Berrettini successfully comes back from surgery to win his sixth ATP title in Stuttgart.
6:40: Andy Murray makes his first ATP final in five months but sustains an ab injury late in the match.
9:42: Nick Kyrgios continues to cause drama on the court.

s'Hertogenbosch

12:04: Tim van Rijthoven caps a dream week with his first ATP title in s'Hertogenbosch.
18:49: Aryna Sabalenka's woes this season.
22:25: Ekaterina Alexandrova wins the title in s'Hertogenbosch reducing her ranking by half over the course of the last two months.

Nottingham

23:41: Beatriz Haddad Maia wins her first WTA title defeating Alison Riske in the final.

Other Thoughts

29:11: Andy's chances of being seeded at Wimbledon.
31:03: The first time since 2003 that none of the Big 3 have been in the top-2 in the world.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50186146Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:51:55 +0000Jack EdwardReviewing the start of the grass season by covering Berrettini's win in Stuttgart, Van Rijthoven and Alexandrova's wins in s'Hertogenbosch and Haddad Maia's win in Nottingham. Stuttgart 1:22: Matteo Berrettini successfully comes back from...
Stuttgart

1:22: Matteo Berrettini successfully comes back from surgery to win his sixth ATP title in Stuttgart.
6:40: Andy Murray makes his first ATP final in five months but sustains an ab injury late in the match.
9:42: Nick Kyrgios continues to cause drama on the court.

s'Hertogenbosch

12:04: Tim van Rijthoven caps a dream week with his first ATP title in s'Hertogenbosch.
18:49: Aryna Sabalenka's woes this season.
22:25: Ekaterina Alexandrova wins the title in s'Hertogenbosch reducing her ranking by half over the course of the last two months.

Nottingham

23:41: Beatriz Haddad Maia wins her first WTA title defeating Alison Riske in the final.

Other Thoughts

29:11: Andy's chances of being seeded at Wimbledon.
31:03: The first time since 2003 that none of the Big 3 have been in the top-2 in the world.]]>1947alexandrova,andy murray,atp,berrettini,grass season,haddad maia,kyrgios,medvedev,nottingham,sabalenka,s'hertogenbosch,stuttgart,van rijthoven,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-french-open-2022-men-s-and-women-s-finals--50106776
Women's Final

0:53: The pressure on Coco Gauff in getting to her first Grand Slam final.
4:44: Swiatek on learning to accept the outcome from Rafa Nadal.
8:17: Gauff's technical improvements throughout the tournament.
10:58: What Gauff felt Swiatek did particularly well.
13:22: Swiatek gets asked an atrocious question in her press conference.

Men's Final

17:33: How Casper Ruud felt going into the final.
19:58: The tactical mismatch between Ruud and Rafa Nadal.
22:30: Acknowledging Ruud's success this tournament but discussing his exploitable backhand weakness against better players.
26:11: Rafa's treatment on his foot and his plans for a permanent fix.
28:41: Rafa's thoughts on playing Wimbledon.
32:00: Rafa's motivation for continuing to play.

Other Thoughts

35:20: Wheelchair final held in Philippe Chatrier for the first time at the French Open.
37:50: Peak viewership at this year's Roland Garros.
41:21: Dmitry Tursunov splits with Anett Kontaveit.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50106776Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:59:54 +0000Jack EdwardJack and Gav's review of the men's and women's finals at this year's Roland Garros including Rafa Nadal's win over Casper Ruud and Iga Swiatek's win over Coco Gauff. Women's Final 0:53: The pressure on Coco Gauff in getting to her first Grand...
Women's Final

0:53: The pressure on Coco Gauff in getting to her first Grand Slam final.
4:44: Swiatek on learning to accept the outcome from Rafa Nadal.
8:17: Gauff's technical improvements throughout the tournament.
10:58: What Gauff felt Swiatek did particularly well.
13:22: Swiatek gets asked an atrocious question in her press conference.

Men's Final

17:33: How Casper Ruud felt going into the final.
19:58: The tactical mismatch between Ruud and Rafa Nadal.
22:30: Acknowledging Ruud's success this tournament but discussing his exploitable backhand weakness against better players.
26:11: Rafa's treatment on his foot and his plans for a permanent fix.
28:41: Rafa's thoughts on playing Wimbledon.
32:00: Rafa's motivation for continuing to play.

Other Thoughts

35:20: Wheelchair final held in Philippe Chatrier for the first time at the French Open.
37:50: Peak viewership at this year's Roland Garros.
41:21: Dmitry Tursunov splits with Anett Kontaveit.]]>2736casper ruud,coco gauff,french open,iga swiatek,nadal,rafa,rafael nadal,roland garros,swiatek,tennis,tennis podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-french-open-2022-men-s-semifinal-review-and-men-s-and-women-s-final-preview--50056829
Men's Semifinals

1:07: Rafael Nadal moves through to the final after Alexander Zverev goes over his ankle.
17:54: Casper Ruud defeats Marin Cilic to reach his first Grand Slam final and Holger Rune's beef with the Norwegian.

Men's Final Preview

28:52: Preview of the men's final between Nadal and Ruud.

Women's Final Preview

41:57: Hawkeye on clay, the activist in the Ruud/Cilic match, Amelie Mauresmo's decision to put men's matches on night sessions and Iga Swiatek's dominance.
53:53: Preview of the women's final between Swiatek and Coco Gauff.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50056829Sat, 04 Jun 2022 02:22:01 +0000Jack EdwardWith special guests Owen Lewis and Vansh Vermani from Tennis and Bagels Podcast, we review the men's semifinals at Roland Garros, including Zverev's retirement against Nadal and Ruud's win over Cilic, plus a preview of both the men's and women's...
Men's Semifinals

1:07: Rafael Nadal moves through to the final after Alexander Zverev goes over his ankle.
17:54: Casper Ruud defeats Marin Cilic to reach his first Grand Slam final and Holger Rune's beef with the Norwegian.

Men's Final Preview

28:52: Preview of the men's final between Nadal and Ruud.

Women's Final Preview

41:57: Hawkeye on clay, the activist in the Ruud/Cilic match, Amelie Mauresmo's decision to put men's matches on night sessions and Iga Swiatek's dominance.
53:53: Preview of the women's final between Swiatek and Coco Gauff.]]>4029casper ruud,cilic,coco gauff,french open,gauff,iga swiatek,marin cilic,nadal,rafa,rafael nadal,roland garros,rune,ruud,swiatekfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-nadal-defeats-djokovic-at-the-2022-french-open--50021135
1:48: Tactics and execution from both players.
16:36: The tenser moments in the fourth set.
22:02: How the conditions affected both players.
26:40: The significance of the match within their rivalry.
33:57: How Djokovic feels after the match and closing thoughts on tactics.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50021135Wed, 01 Jun 2022 02:37:22 +0000Jack EdwardOur definitive review of Rafael Nadal's blockbuster quarterfinal win over Novak Djokovic at this year's French Open with special guests Owen Lewis and Vansh Vermani from Tennis and Bagels Podcast. 1:48: Tactics and execution from both players....
1:48: Tactics and execution from both players.
16:36: The tenser moments in the fourth set.
22:02: How the conditions affected both players.
26:40: The significance of the match within their rivalry.
33:57: How Djokovic feels after the match and closing thoughts on tactics.]]>2577clay,djokovic,french open,nadal,novak,novak djokovic,quarterfinal,rafa,rafael nadal,roland garros,tennisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-french-open-2022-days-1-3--49929854
The Upsets

1:17: Pablo Cuevas gives Jenson Brooksby a clay-court lesson.
3:11: Filip Krajinovic stifles Reilly Opelka's huge serve.
4:32: Tallon Griekspoor defeats Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.
6:16: Denis Shapovalov plays a very poor match in his loss to Holger Rune.
8:09: Dominic Thiem can't find the forehand return against Hugo Dellien.
10:06: Naomi Osaka shows clay promise in her loss to Amanda Anisimova.
12:35: Ons Jabeur can't find the answers to Magda Linette.
14:36: Kaia Kanepi slays another giant in Garbine Muguruza.
15:23: Anett Kontaveit's continued struggles on clay against Ajla Tomljanovic.
16:14: Joao Sousa defeats former junior world #1 Chun-hsin Tseng.

The Brits

18:42: Emma Raducanu grits her teeth against Linda Noskova.
20:40: Cam Norrie plays a tidy match against Manuel Guinard.
21:20: Dan Evans perplexes Francisco Cerundolo.

The French

22:00: Corentin Moutet defeats Stan Wawrinka.
24:15: Diane Parry upsets defending champion Barbora Krejcikova.
26:15: Karolina Pliskova doesn't know Tessah Andrianjafitrimo's name.
27:23: Hugo Gaston uses the crowd to full advantage in his five-set win over Alex De Minaur.
29:51: Casper Ruud defeats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the final match of the Frenchman's career.

The Favourites

33:12: Rafa Nadal notches his 106th win at Roland Garros in defeating Jordan Thompson.
34:08: Daniil Medvedev defeats a hampered Facundo Bagnis.
36:01: Simple win for Novak Djokovic over Yoshihito Nishioka.
37:35: Iga Swiatek overpowers Lesia Tsurenko.
38:04: Simona Halep overcomes qualifier Nastasja Mariana Schunk.
39:02: Carlos Alcaraz in terrifying form against Juan Ignacio Londero.
40:10: Paula Badosa plays a confident match against Fiona Ferro.
40:50: Andrey Rublev nearly hits a court official in the face.

Second Rounds To Watch

43:20: Our picks for the second round matches to watch on days 4 and 5.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49929854Tue, 24 May 2022 23:25:06 +0000Jack EdwardEverything that's happened in the first round matches of this year's French Open. The Upsets 1:17: Pablo Cuevas gives Jenson Brooksby a clay-court lesson. 3:11: Filip Krajinovic stifles Reilly Opelka's huge serve. 4:32: Tallon Griekspoor...
The Upsets

1:17: Pablo Cuevas gives Jenson Brooksby a clay-court lesson.
3:11: Filip Krajinovic stifles Reilly Opelka's huge serve.
4:32: Tallon Griekspoor defeats Alejandro Davidovich Fokina.
6:16: Denis Shapovalov plays a very poor match in his loss to Holger Rune.
8:09: Dominic Thiem can't find the forehand return against Hugo Dellien.
10:06: Naomi Osaka shows clay promise in her loss to Amanda Anisimova.
12:35: Ons Jabeur can't find the answers to Magda Linette.
14:36: Kaia Kanepi slays another giant in Garbine Muguruza.
15:23: Anett Kontaveit's continued struggles on clay against Ajla Tomljanovic.
16:14: Joao Sousa defeats former junior world #1 Chun-hsin Tseng.

The Brits

18:42: Emma Raducanu grits her teeth against Linda Noskova.
20:40: Cam Norrie plays a tidy match against Manuel Guinard.
21:20: Dan Evans perplexes Francisco Cerundolo.

The French

22:00: Corentin Moutet defeats Stan Wawrinka.
24:15: Diane Parry upsets defending champion Barbora Krejcikova.
26:15: Karolina Pliskova doesn't know Tessah Andrianjafitrimo's name.
27:23: Hugo Gaston uses the crowd to full advantage in his five-set win over Alex De Minaur.
29:51: Casper Ruud defeats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the final match of the Frenchman's career.

The Favourites

33:12: Rafa Nadal notches his 106th win at Roland Garros in defeating Jordan Thompson.
34:08: Daniil Medvedev defeats a hampered Facundo Bagnis.
36:01: Simple win for Novak Djokovic over Yoshihito Nishioka.
37:35: Iga Swiatek overpowers Lesia Tsurenko.
38:04: Simona Halep overcomes qualifier Nastasja Mariana Schunk.
39:02: Carlos Alcaraz in terrifying form against Juan Ignacio Londero.
40:10: Paula Badosa plays a confident match against Fiona Ferro.
40:50: Andrey Rublev nearly hits a court official in the face.

Second Rounds To Watch

43:20: Our picks for the second round matches to watch on days 4 and 5.]]>2861alcaraz,badosa,dan evans,djokovic,french open,grand slam,halep,jabeur,linette,medvedev,nadal,raducanu,roland garros,swiatek,tennis,wawrinkafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-meet-the-2022-french-open-men-s-qualifiers--49888459
Bottom Half

1:21: Former junior French Open champion Geoffrey Blancaneaux faces Marton Fucsovics.
4:38: Challenger Tour stalwart Bjorn Fratangelo faces Jannik Sinner.
7:28: Coming back from a doping suspension, late-blooming Italian Franco Agamenone faces Mackenzie Mcdonald.
12:20: The "energizer bunny" of tennis Zdeněk Kolář faces Lucas Pouille.
16:49: Lucky loser and "sneaky good server" Pedro Cachin takes on veteran qualifier Norbert Gombos.
22:32: Solid tennis to qualify from Italian youngster Giulio Zeppieri surprises Damian as he goes on to face Hubert Hurkacz.
26:36: Former junior world #1 from Taipei Chun Hsin-Tseng faces Joao Sousa.

Top Half

29:55: Dangerous on his day but out of form, lucky loser Juan Ignacio Londero faces Carlos Alcaraz.
32:05: Former college player from Portugal Nuno Borges faces Karen Khachanov.
37:01: Junior world #1 way back in 2009, Aussie Jason Kubler faces Denis Kudla.
40:08: Lopsided Argentinian Santiago Fa Rodriguez Taverna faces Taylor Fritz.
42:22: Typically dogged Spanish clay-courter Bernabe Zepata Miralles faces Michael Mmoh.
45:24: Coming back from foot surgery, Austrian Sebastian Ofner faces Alexander Zverev.
47:25: A complete player maybe without the X factor required for the tour, Russian Pavel Kotov faces Botic Van De Zandschulp.
51:11: Atypical to the other French Open qualifiers, big-serving Borna Gojo faces Alejandro Tabilo.
55:01: Argentinian, counter-puncher, competitive - Camilo Ugo Carabelli faces Aslan Karatsev.
56:44: On the cusp of the top-100 for the first time in his career at 26 years old, Peruvian Juan Pablo Varillas faces Felix Auger-Aliassime.
1:00:39: Russian Andrey Kuznetsov continues his return from a break from tennis and faces Diego Schwartzman.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49888459Sat, 21 May 2022 18:07:29 +0000Jack EdwardDamian Kust joins us armed to the teeth with everything you need to know about this year's men's French Open qualifiers. Bottom Half 1:21: Former junior French Open champion Geoffrey Blancaneaux faces Marton Fucsovics. 4:38: Challenger Tour...
Bottom Half

1:21: Former junior French Open champion Geoffrey Blancaneaux faces Marton Fucsovics.
4:38: Challenger Tour stalwart Bjorn Fratangelo faces Jannik Sinner.
7:28: Coming back from a doping suspension, late-blooming Italian Franco Agamenone faces Mackenzie Mcdonald.
12:20: The "energizer bunny" of tennis Zdeněk Kolář faces Lucas Pouille.
16:49: Lucky loser and "sneaky good server" Pedro Cachin takes on veteran qualifier Norbert Gombos.
22:32: Solid tennis to qualify from Italian youngster Giulio Zeppieri surprises Damian as he goes on to face Hubert Hurkacz.
26:36: Former junior world #1 from Taipei Chun Hsin-Tseng faces Joao Sousa.

Top Half

29:55: Dangerous on his day but out of form, lucky loser Juan Ignacio Londero faces Carlos Alcaraz.
32:05: Former college player from Portugal Nuno Borges faces Karen Khachanov.
37:01: Junior world #1 way back in 2009, Aussie Jason Kubler faces Denis Kudla.
40:08: Lopsided Argentinian Santiago Fa Rodriguez Taverna faces Taylor Fritz.
42:22: Typically dogged Spanish clay-courter Bernabe Zepata Miralles faces Michael Mmoh.
45:24: Coming back from foot surgery, Austrian Sebastian Ofner faces Alexander Zverev.
47:25: A complete player maybe without the X factor required for the tour, Russian Pavel Kotov faces Botic Van De Zandschulp.
51:11: Atypical to the other French Open qualifiers, big-serving Borna Gojo faces Alejandro Tabilo.
55:01: Argentinian, counter-puncher, competitive - Camilo Ugo Carabelli faces Aslan Karatsev.
56:44: On the cusp of the top-100 for the first time in his career at 26 years old, Peruvian Juan Pablo Varillas faces Felix Auger-Aliassime.
1:00:39: Russian Andrey Kuznetsov continues his return from a break from tennis and faces Diego Schwartzman.]]>3924agamenone,blancaneaux,borges,cachin,carabelli,fratangelo,french open,gojo,gombos,hsin-tseng,kolar,kotov,kubler,kuznetsov,londero,qualifier,rodriguez taverna,varillas,zepata miralles,zeppierifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-rome-masters-2022-review--49829863

2:09: Quality of the tournament in general.

Men's

3:58: Assessing Rafa Nadal's chances at the French Open after his ongoing foot injury made him unable to stay competitive in his loss to Denis Shapovalov.
9:51: Stefanos Tsitsipas saves two match points against Grigor Dimitrov in the second-round.
13:03: Gav's disappointment with Marin Cilic continues.
15:01: #Isnerman lose to Mektic and Pavic in the doubles final.
17:19: Stan Wawrinka's chances of coming back after his one-sided loss to Novak Djokovic.
20:38: An outstanding match played by both as Djokovic defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime in straight sets.
25:17: Casper Ruud's form after his loss to Djokovic.
27:14: Novak Djokovic defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas to lift his 38th Masters trophy + the favourites for the French Open.

Djokovic's 1000th Win Quiz

32:28: Honouring Djokovic's 1000th win with a tough quiz from Gav.
1. (32:58) Djokovic recorded his 1000th win on Saturday over Casper Ruud. He beat Andy Murray to win his 400th career match - at which year and event did this occur?
2. (33:35) Who did Djokovic defeat to win his first ATP Tour title?
3. (34:41) Djokovic famously recorded a 43-match streak from the end of 2010 to the middle of 2011. Who are the only two players on the ATP Tour to have recorded longer win-streaks?
4. (36:08) Who are the only other four players to have recorded over 1000 match wins? (worth 4 points)
5. (36:35) Who did Djokovic beat to win his first year-end title?
6. (37:25) How many ATP 250 titles has Djokovic won throughout his career?
7. (38:19) Outside of Wimbledon, how many grass-court singles titles has Djokovic won?
8. (39:47) Where did Djokovic win his one ATP doubles title?
9. (40:27) How many of Djokovic's 87 titles have been won on hard-courts?
10. (41:23) Out of all the levels of the ATP Tour (Grand Slams, Masters, 500, 250s), at which level has Djokovic lost the fewest finals?

Women's

42:28: Maria Sakkari loses to Ons Jabeur from 6-1 5-2 30-0 up.
46:52: Jabeur continues her run of form saving a match point against Daria Kasatkina.
49:33: Iga Swiatek defeats Jabeur in the Rome final + Swiatek's chances at the French Open.
54:53: Vika Azarenka's valiant effort in her first set loss to Swiatek.
56:50: Laura Robson is forced to retire.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49829863Tue, 17 May 2022 12:48:56 +0000Jack EdwardOur review of an exciting Rome Masters focussing on Novak Djokovic's run to the title, including a quiz in honour of his 1000th win, and digging into Iga Swiatek's continued dominance on the tour. 2:09: Quality of the tournament in general....

2:09: Quality of the tournament in general.

Men's

3:58: Assessing Rafa Nadal's chances at the French Open after his ongoing foot injury made him unable to stay competitive in his loss to Denis Shapovalov.
9:51: Stefanos Tsitsipas saves two match points against Grigor Dimitrov in the second-round.
13:03: Gav's disappointment with Marin Cilic continues.
15:01: #Isnerman lose to Mektic and Pavic in the doubles final.
17:19: Stan Wawrinka's chances of coming back after his one-sided loss to Novak Djokovic.
20:38: An outstanding match played by both as Djokovic defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime in straight sets.
25:17: Casper Ruud's form after his loss to Djokovic.
27:14: Novak Djokovic defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas to lift his 38th Masters trophy + the favourites for the French Open.

Djokovic's 1000th Win Quiz

32:28: Honouring Djokovic's 1000th win with a tough quiz from Gav.
1. (32:58) Djokovic recorded his 1000th win on Saturday over Casper Ruud. He beat Andy Murray to win his 400th career match - at which year and event did this occur?
2. (33:35) Who did Djokovic defeat to win his first ATP Tour title?
3. (34:41) Djokovic famously recorded a 43-match streak from the end of 2010 to the middle of 2011. Who are the only two players on the ATP Tour to have recorded longer win-streaks?
4. (36:08) Who are the only other four players to have recorded over 1000 match wins? (worth 4 points)
5. (36:35) Who did Djokovic beat to win his first year-end title?
6. (37:25) How many ATP 250 titles has Djokovic won throughout his career?
7. (38:19) Outside of Wimbledon, how many grass-court singles titles has Djokovic won?
8. (39:47) Where did Djokovic win his one ATP doubles title?
9. (40:27) How many of Djokovic's 87 titles have been won on hard-courts?
10. (41:23) Out of all the levels of the ATP Tour (Grand Slams, Masters, 500, 250s), at which level has Djokovic lost the fewest finals?

Women's

42:28: Maria Sakkari loses to Ons Jabeur from 6-1 5-2 30-0 up.
46:52: Jabeur continues her run of form saving a match point against Daria Kasatkina.
49:33: Iga Swiatek defeats Jabeur in the Rome final + Swiatek's chances at the French Open.
54:53: Vika Azarenka's valiant effort in her first set loss to Swiatek.
56:50: Laura Robson is forced to retire.]]>3688auger-aliassime,dimitrov,djokovic,jabeur,kasatkina,laura robson,mektic,murray,nadal,pavic,rome masters,ruud,sakkari,shapovalov,swiatek,tennis,tsitsipas,wawrinkafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-madrid-masters-2022-review--49739074
Men's Madrid Masters

1:50: Andy Murray's form in his wins over Dominic Thiem and Denis Shapovalov.
12:34: Jack Draper send warning signs to the tour in his loss to Andrey Rublev.
16:51: Dan Evans's tennis IQ in his loss to Andrey Rublev.
19:26: Rafael Nadal survives a thriller against David Goffin.
22:17: Carlos Alcaraz gets his first win over Rafa.
29:27: Alcaraz backs up his win over Rafa with a win over Novak Djokovic.
36:35: An underwhelming final as Carlos Alcaraz defeats Alexander Zverev who was out of sorts due to tournament scheduling issues.

Women's Madrid Masters

41:45: Naomi Osaka fails to find her clay-court game against Sara Sorribes Tormo.
45:28: Emma Raducanu shows promise in her loss to Anhelina Kalinina.
49:25: Jessica Pegula defeats Jil Teichmann to reach her first WTA 1000 final.
52:42: Ons Jabeur puts on a drop-shot masterclass against Simona Halep.
56:07: Another tidy match for Jabeur in her semifinal win over Ekaterina Alexandrova.
58:53: Ons Jabeur wins the Madrid Masters defeating Jessica Pegula in a nervy final.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49739074Tue, 10 May 2022 10:14:35 +0000Jack EdwardOur review of an entertaining Madrid Masters focussing on Carlos Alcaraz's wins over Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal plus Ons Jabeur's maiden WTA 1000 title. Men's Madrid Masters 1:50: Andy Murray's form in his wins over Dominic Thiem and Denis...
Men's Madrid Masters

1:50: Andy Murray's form in his wins over Dominic Thiem and Denis Shapovalov.
12:34: Jack Draper send warning signs to the tour in his loss to Andrey Rublev.
16:51: Dan Evans's tennis IQ in his loss to Andrey Rublev.
19:26: Rafael Nadal survives a thriller against David Goffin.
22:17: Carlos Alcaraz gets his first win over Rafa.
29:27: Alcaraz backs up his win over Rafa with a win over Novak Djokovic.
36:35: An underwhelming final as Carlos Alcaraz defeats Alexander Zverev who was out of sorts due to tournament scheduling issues.

Women's Madrid Masters

41:45: Naomi Osaka fails to find her clay-court game against Sara Sorribes Tormo.
45:28: Emma Raducanu shows promise in her loss to Anhelina Kalinina.
49:25: Jessica Pegula defeats Jil Teichmann to reach her first WTA 1000 final.
52:42: Ons Jabeur puts on a drop-shot masterclass against Simona Halep.
56:07: Another tidy match for Jabeur in her semifinal win over Ekaterina Alexandrova.
58:53: Ons Jabeur wins the Madrid Masters defeating Jessica Pegula in a nervy final.]]>3997alcaraz,alexandrova,andrey rublev,andy murray,dan evans,djokovic,goffin,halep,jabeur,jack draper,kalinina,madrid masters,nadal,naomi osaka,pegula,raducanu,sorribes tormo,teichmann,thiem,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-estoril-munich-and-boris-becker--49644563
Estoril

1:14: The tournament venue.
2:50: Frances Tiafoe's comeback over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarterfinals.
7:13: Tiafoe saves three match points against Sebi Korda in the semis.
11:35: Sebastian Baez overcomes a slow start to defeat Marin Cilic in the second-round.
13:39: Baez plays a high-quality match against Albert Ramos-Vinolas.
16:20: Baez picks up his first ATP title defeating Tiafoe in the final.

Munich

20:27: Alexander Zverev says he played "his worst match of the last five, six, seven years" in his loss to Holger Rune.
26:01: Botic Van De Zandschulp is forced to retire in the final handing Rune his first ATP title under unfortunate circumstances.
27:43: Rune's attitude on the court.
32:27: Ranking changes of the week.

Boris Becker

36:31: Boris Becker is sentenced to two and a half years in prison over bankruptcy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49644563Tue, 03 May 2022 17:42:23 +0000Jack EdwardA discussion on Sebastian Baez's win in Estoril, Holger Rune's win in Munich and Boris Becker's prison sentence. Estoril 1:14: The tournament venue. 2:50: Frances Tiafoe's comeback over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarterfinals. 7:13:...
Estoril

1:14: The tournament venue.
2:50: Frances Tiafoe's comeback over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarterfinals.
7:13: Tiafoe saves three match points against Sebi Korda in the semis.
11:35: Sebastian Baez overcomes a slow start to defeat Marin Cilic in the second-round.
13:39: Baez plays a high-quality match against Albert Ramos-Vinolas.
16:20: Baez picks up his first ATP title defeating Tiafoe in the final.

Munich

20:27: Alexander Zverev says he played "his worst match of the last five, six, seven years" in his loss to Holger Rune.
26:01: Botic Van De Zandschulp is forced to retire in the final handing Rune his first ATP title under unfortunate circumstances.
27:43: Rune's attitude on the court.
32:27: Ranking changes of the week.

Boris Becker

36:31: Boris Becker is sentenced to two and a half years in prison over bankruptcy.]]>2635atp,becker,cilic,estoril,munich,ramos-vinolas,rune,sebastian baez,tiafoe,zandschulp,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-wimbledon-ban-barcelona-belgrade-and-stuttgart--49557295
Off The Court

1:04: Wimbledon decide to ban Russian and Belarusian players from this year's tournament.
13:30: Andy Murray accepts a wild-card to the Madrid Open.
14:44: Emma Raducanu splits with Torben Beltz after five months.

Barcelona

18:09: Cam Norrie plays a 27-minute game against Marton Fucsovics.
19:09: A wobble in Carlos Alcaraz's first match against Soon-woo Kwon.
20:51: Alcaraz comes through a spicy match against Stefanos Tsitsipas.
28:20: Alex De Minaur very nearly defeats the eventual champion in their semifinal match.
33:10: Alcaraz defeats Pablo Carreno Busta in straight sets to win the Barcelona Open.

Belgrade

34:31: Novak Djokovic survives in his first-round against Laslo Djere.
35:39: Miomir Kecmanovic forces Djokovic to raise his level.
36:43: Djokovic wins a third-consecutive match from a set down against Karen Khachanov.
37:15: Andrey Rublev wins the Serbia Open bagelling Djokovic in their third set in the final.

Stuttgart

41:17: Bianca Andreescu makes her return to the court.
42:40: Iga Swiatek wins a fourth consecutive title in Stuttgart.
43:36: Liudmila Samsonova very nearly defeats Swiatek in their semifinal match.
47:45: Swiatek routs Aryna Sabalenka in the final to continue her amazing win-streak.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49557295Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:10:49 +0000Jack EdwardA discussion on Wimbledon's decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players at this year's tournament, Carlos Alcaraz's win in Barcelona, Djokovic's run to the final in Belgrade and Swiatek's continued dominance in Stuttgart. Off The Court 1:04:...
Off The Court

1:04: Wimbledon decide to ban Russian and Belarusian players from this year's tournament.
13:30: Andy Murray accepts a wild-card to the Madrid Open.
14:44: Emma Raducanu splits with Torben Beltz after five months.

Barcelona

18:09: Cam Norrie plays a 27-minute game against Marton Fucsovics.
19:09: A wobble in Carlos Alcaraz's first match against Soon-woo Kwon.
20:51: Alcaraz comes through a spicy match against Stefanos Tsitsipas.
28:20: Alex De Minaur very nearly defeats the eventual champion in their semifinal match.
33:10: Alcaraz defeats Pablo Carreno Busta in straight sets to win the Barcelona Open.

Belgrade

34:31: Novak Djokovic survives in his first-round against Laslo Djere.
35:39: Miomir Kecmanovic forces Djokovic to raise his level.
36:43: Djokovic wins a third-consecutive match from a set down against Karen Khachanov.
37:15: Andrey Rublev wins the Serbia Open bagelling Djokovic in their third set in the final.

Stuttgart

41:17: Bianca Andreescu makes her return to the court.
42:40: Iga Swiatek wins a fourth consecutive title in Stuttgart.
43:36: Liudmila Samsonova very nearly defeats Swiatek in their semifinal match.
47:45: Swiatek routs Aryna Sabalenka in the final to continue her amazing win-streak.]]>3130alcaraz,andreescu,andy murray,atp,barcelona open,carreno busta,de minaur,djere,djokovic,kecmanovic,khachanov,raducanu,rublev,sabalenka,samsonova,serbia open,stuttgart open,swiatek,tsitsipas,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-monte-carlo-masters-2022-review--49478030
0:46: The difficulty winning service points in Monte Carlo.

The Upsets

2:52: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina pulls off the upset of the week defeating Novak Djokovic in the second-round.
7:21: Felix Auger-Aliassime continues to struggle with form in his loss to Lorenzo Musetti.
10:30: Carlos Alcaraz plays a loose match in his loss to Sebi Korda.
14:51: Casper Ruud still playing hard-court tennis against varied serving from Grigor Dimitrov.

The Drama

19:16: Alexander Zverev squeaks passed Jannik Sinner in a third-set tiebreak.
24:50: Hubi Hurkacz performs well on clay but loses narrowly to Grigor Dimitrov.
28:32: ADF makes his first ATP final defeating Dimitrov in a hard-fought semifinal.

The Champion

31:15: Stefanos Tsitsipas recovers from a double-break down in his quarterfinal against Diego Schwartzman.
34:52: Tsitsipas outplays Zverev in their semifinal match-up.
39:43: Tsitsipas defends his Monte Carlo title defeating ADF in straight sets.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49478030Tue, 19 Apr 2022 12:53:09 +0000Jack EdwardOur review of an entertaining Monte Carlo Masters, looking at the biggest upsets, the most dramatic matches and dissecting Stefanos Tsitsipas's final three matches. 0:46: The difficulty winning service points in Monte Carlo. The Upsets 2:52:...
0:46: The difficulty winning service points in Monte Carlo.

The Upsets

2:52: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina pulls off the upset of the week defeating Novak Djokovic in the second-round.
7:21: Felix Auger-Aliassime continues to struggle with form in his loss to Lorenzo Musetti.
10:30: Carlos Alcaraz plays a loose match in his loss to Sebi Korda.
14:51: Casper Ruud still playing hard-court tennis against varied serving from Grigor Dimitrov.

The Drama

19:16: Alexander Zverev squeaks passed Jannik Sinner in a third-set tiebreak.
24:50: Hubi Hurkacz performs well on clay but loses narrowly to Grigor Dimitrov.
28:32: ADF makes his first ATP final defeating Dimitrov in a hard-fought semifinal.

The Champion

31:15: Stefanos Tsitsipas recovers from a double-break down in his quarterfinal against Diego Schwartzman.
34:52: Tsitsipas outplays Zverev in their semifinal match-up.
39:43: Tsitsipas defends his Monte Carlo title defeating ADF in straight sets.]]>2760alcaraz,atp,auger-aliassime,dimitrov,djokovic,fokina,hurkacz,korda,monte carlo,musetti,ruud,schwartzman,tennis,tsitsipas,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-tsonga-houston-charleston-marrakech-bogota-and-monte-carlo--49403514
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

1:26: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga mini-quiz.
2:21: 1. Who did Tsonga beat in his first-round in his 2008 Australian Open final run?
3:17: 2. Can you name Tsonga's two Masters titles (year and event)?
4:16: 3. Outside of the Big Four, who are the two players to beat Tsonga in Grand Slam semifinals?
5:57: 4. In what year and event did Tsonga win an Olympic medal?
6:46: 5. Which member of the Big Four did Tsonga have the best record against in terms of match-win percentage?

Houston

8:35: Nick Kyrgios receives a point penalty in his semifinal loss to Reilly Opelka.
10:34: Cristian Garin breaks a five-match losing streak.
12:25: John Isner and Reilly Opelka contest the tallest final in ATP history in Houston.

Charleston

17:57: Belinda Bencic wins the first clay-court title of her career in Charleston.
19:23: Ons Jabeur admits to feeling very emotional after losing another final.
Marrakech
22:13: David Goffin finds some form in his final win over Alex Molcan in Marrakech.

Bogota

25:55: Tatjana Maria becomes the first two-time mother to win a title on the WTA Tour in Bogota.

Monte Carlo

27:26: Stan Wawrinka loses to Alexander Bublik as his comeback continues.
29:05: A potential quarterfinal meeting between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.
30:10: Marin Cilic downs Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in a battle of the vets.
31:42: Holger Rune wins the Sanremo Challenger and his first qualifying match in Monte Carlo on the same day.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49403514Mon, 11 Apr 2022 22:20:10 +0000Jack EdwardA mini-quiz on Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, everything that happened in last week's tournaments including titles for Opelka in Houston, Bencic in Charleston, Goffin in Marrakech and Maria in Bogota, plus a quick preview of Monte Carlo. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga...
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

1:26: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga mini-quiz.
2:21: 1. Who did Tsonga beat in his first-round in his 2008 Australian Open final run?
3:17: 2. Can you name Tsonga's two Masters titles (year and event)?
4:16: 3. Outside of the Big Four, who are the two players to beat Tsonga in Grand Slam semifinals?
5:57: 4. In what year and event did Tsonga win an Olympic medal?
6:46: 5. Which member of the Big Four did Tsonga have the best record against in terms of match-win percentage?

Houston

8:35: Nick Kyrgios receives a point penalty in his semifinal loss to Reilly Opelka.
10:34: Cristian Garin breaks a five-match losing streak.
12:25: John Isner and Reilly Opelka contest the tallest final in ATP history in Houston.

Charleston

17:57: Belinda Bencic wins the first clay-court title of her career in Charleston.
19:23: Ons Jabeur admits to feeling very emotional after losing another final.
Marrakech
22:13: David Goffin finds some form in his final win over Alex Molcan in Marrakech.

Bogota

25:55: Tatjana Maria becomes the first two-time mother to win a title on the WTA Tour in Bogota.

Monte Carlo

27:26: Stan Wawrinka loses to Alexander Bublik as his comeback continues.
29:05: A potential quarterfinal meeting between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.
30:10: Marin Cilic downs Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in a battle of the vets.
31:42: Holger Rune wins the Sanremo Challenger and his first qualifying match in Monte Carlo on the same day.]]>2093atp,bencic,garin,isner,jabeur,kyrgios,monte carlo,opelka,tatjana maria,tsonga,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-miami-masters-2022-review--49319165
ATP

Jannik Sinner v Nick Kyrgios

1:15: Controversy from Nick Kyrgios in his loss to Jannik Sinner.

Daniil Medvedev

9:03: Daniil Medvedev figures out Jenson Brooksby in an exciting first time meeting.

11:24: The defending champion Hubi Hurkacz defeats Daniil Medvedev in a scrappy affair.

Casper Ruud

14:24: Casper Ruud makes his first Masters final defeating Alexander Zverev along the way in the quarterfinals.

Carlos Alcaraz

19:33: Why everyone loves Carlos Alcaraz.

22:57: Miomir Kecmanovic narrowly misses out on a win over the eventual champion.

25:19: Though he didn’t bring his best level, Alcaraz defeats defending champion Hurkacz.

28:34: Alcaraz overpowers Ruud to become the first Spanish winner in the tournament’s history.

WTA

Naomi Osaka

31:40: Naomi Osaka rolls a neck-injury-suffering Danielle Collins.

33:08: Osaka overturns her 0-3 record against Belinda Bencic to reach her first Miami final.

Iga Swiatek

38:32: Petra Kvitova had the tools to trouble Iga Swiatek but couldn’t put it together.

41:06: Swiatek wins a third-consecutive Masters title defeating Naomi Osaka in the final.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49319165Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:01:06 +0000Jack EdwardOur review of an entertaining Miami Masters focussing on different players including Nick Kyrgios, Daniil Medvedev, Casper Ruud, Naomi Osaka and eventual champions Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek. ATP Jannik Sinner v Nick Kyrgios 1:15:...
ATP

Jannik Sinner v Nick Kyrgios

1:15: Controversy from Nick Kyrgios in his loss to Jannik Sinner.

Daniil Medvedev

9:03: Daniil Medvedev figures out Jenson Brooksby in an exciting first time meeting.

11:24: The defending champion Hubi Hurkacz defeats Daniil Medvedev in a scrappy affair.

Casper Ruud

14:24: Casper Ruud makes his first Masters final defeating Alexander Zverev along the way in the quarterfinals.

Carlos Alcaraz

19:33: Why everyone loves Carlos Alcaraz.

22:57: Miomir Kecmanovic narrowly misses out on a win over the eventual champion.

25:19: Though he didn’t bring his best level, Alcaraz defeats defending champion Hurkacz.

28:34: Alcaraz overpowers Ruud to become the first Spanish winner in the tournament’s history.

WTA

Naomi Osaka

31:40: Naomi Osaka rolls a neck-injury-suffering Danielle Collins.

33:08: Osaka overturns her 0-3 record against Belinda Bencic to reach her first Miami final.

Iga Swiatek

38:32: Petra Kvitova had the tools to trouble Iga Swiatek but couldn’t put it together.

41:06: Swiatek wins a third-consecutive Masters title defeating Naomi Osaka in the final.]]>2845alcaraz,atp,brooksby,danielle collins,daniil medvedev,hurkacz,jannik sinner,kvitova,kyrgios,miami masters,naomi osaka,ruud,swiatek,tennis,wta,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-miami-masters-2022-days-1-8--49243016
ATP Miami

1:00: Venue change from Crandon Park to the Hard Rock Stadium.

5:36: Andy Murray continues his first-round win/second-round loss record from this year but shows encouraging signs going forward.

Upsets

10:01: Nick Kyrgios emphatically defeats Andrey Rublev.

11:50: Francisco Cerundolo upsets Reilly Opelka and Gael Monfils.

Drama

14:50: Jenson Brooksby’s racket throw.

16:31: Jannik Sinner saves match points in his first two matches.

19:30: Thanasi Kokkinakis saves match point against Diego Schwartzman with a stunning forehand pass.

The Ridiculous

19:49: Three absurd shots from J. J. Wolf, Nick Kyrgios and Alexander Bublik.

21:17: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Marin Cilic in an encouraging match for Cilic fans.

Marbella

22:52: A stacked Challenger draw in Marbella with Dominic Thiem and Stan Wawrinka making their comebacks.

Ash Barty

24:04: Ash Barty retires from professional tennis.

25:46: A mini-quiz on Ash Barty.

1. How many singles titles did Ash Barty win in her career? (1)

2. Ash Barty has made six Grand Slam doubles finals. How many has she won and who was her partner in four of those finals? (2)

3. Barty won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics last year. Who was her partner? (1)

4. Barty won the WTA Finals once defeating Elina Svitolina. What was the year and what was the score in the final? (2)

5. What was the last WTA-1000 title of Barty’s career? (1)

WTA Miami

Upsets

30:30: Irina-Camelia Begu defeats Aryna Sabalenka.

32:56: Ann Li defeats Annet Kontaveit.

34:14: Katerina Siniakova defeats Emma Raducanu.

36:37: Beatriz Haddad Maia defeats Maria Sakkari.

Introducing

38:28: Linda Fruhvirtova announces herself to the tour with wins over Elise Mertens and Victoria Azarenka.

40:11: Differences between Linda and her sister Brenda.

Our Picks

41:22: Quick picks for tonight’s matches.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49243016Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:40:49 +0000Jack EdwardA mid-tournament recap of everything that's happened in the first few rounds of the Miami Masters and a mini-quiz on Ash Barty after her retirement announcement. ATP Miami 1:00: Venue change from Crandon Park to the Hard Rock Stadium. 5:36:...
ATP Miami

1:00: Venue change from Crandon Park to the Hard Rock Stadium.

5:36: Andy Murray continues his first-round win/second-round loss record from this year but shows encouraging signs going forward.

Upsets

10:01: Nick Kyrgios emphatically defeats Andrey Rublev.

11:50: Francisco Cerundolo upsets Reilly Opelka and Gael Monfils.

Drama

14:50: Jenson Brooksby’s racket throw.

16:31: Jannik Sinner saves match points in his first two matches.

19:30: Thanasi Kokkinakis saves match point against Diego Schwartzman with a stunning forehand pass.

The Ridiculous

19:49: Three absurd shots from J. J. Wolf, Nick Kyrgios and Alexander Bublik.

21:17: Carlos Alcaraz defeats Marin Cilic in an encouraging match for Cilic fans.

Marbella

22:52: A stacked Challenger draw in Marbella with Dominic Thiem and Stan Wawrinka making their comebacks.

Ash Barty

24:04: Ash Barty retires from professional tennis.

25:46: A mini-quiz on Ash Barty.

1. How many singles titles did Ash Barty win in her career? (1)

2. Ash Barty has made six Grand Slam doubles finals. How many has she won and who was her partner in four of those finals? (2)

3. Barty won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics last year. Who was her partner? (1)

4. Barty won the WTA Finals once defeating Elina Svitolina. What was the year and what was the score in the final? (2)

5. What was the last WTA-1000 title of Barty’s career? (1)

WTA Miami

Upsets

30:30: Irina-Camelia Begu defeats Aryna Sabalenka.

32:56: Ann Li defeats Annet Kontaveit.

34:14: Katerina Siniakova defeats Emma Raducanu.

36:37: Beatriz Haddad Maia defeats Maria Sakkari.

Introducing

38:28: Linda Fruhvirtova announces herself to the tour with wins over Elise Mertens and Victoria Azarenka.

40:11: Differences between Linda and her sister Brenda.

Our Picks

41:22: Quick picks for tonight’s matches.]]>2699andy murray,ash barty,barty,begu,cerundolo,cilic,jannik sinner,kokkinakis,kontaveit,kyrgios,miami masters,monfils,raducanu,rublev,sabalenka,sakkarifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-indian-wells-2022-review--49139156
Indian Wells Men’s Draw

Big Upsets

1:23: Gael Monfils plays a smart match against top-seed Daniil Medvedev.

5:56: Jenson Brooksby unpicks fifth-seed Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Defending Champ

8:40: Disrespectful from Indian Wells towards defending champ Cam Norrie plus his win over Brooksby.

11:49: Carlos Alcaraz knocks Cam Norrie out of the tournament in a surprisingly tricky match.

Matches of the Tournament

13:35: Rafael Nadal defeats Nick Kyrgios in three drama-filled sets.

22:19: Rafael Nadal defeats Carlos Alcaraz in one of the matches of the season.

The Final

29:39: Taylor Fritz wins the Indian Wells Masters defeating Nadal in the final.

Indian Wells Women’s Draw

Defending Champ

33:25: Paula Badosa defeats Veronika Kudermetova dropping zero sets enroute to the semifinals.

The Semifinals

35:03: Maria Sakkari’s racket technology.

36:50: Sakkari defeats Paula Badosa in three sets to make her first WTA-1000 final.

38:39: Iga Swiatek wins her semifinal against Simona Halep.

The Final

42:31: Swiatek wins the Indian Wells Masters defeating Sakkari in the final.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49139156Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:47:27 +0000Jack EdwardOur review of an exciting couple of weeks in Indian Wells including some of Rafa's best matches and Iga Swiatek's run to back-to-back WTA 1000 titles. Indian Wells Men’s Draw Big Upsets 1:23: Gael Monfils plays a smart match against top-seed...
Indian Wells Men’s Draw

Big Upsets

1:23: Gael Monfils plays a smart match against top-seed Daniil Medvedev.

5:56: Jenson Brooksby unpicks fifth-seed Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Defending Champ

8:40: Disrespectful from Indian Wells towards defending champ Cam Norrie plus his win over Brooksby.

11:49: Carlos Alcaraz knocks Cam Norrie out of the tournament in a surprisingly tricky match.

Matches of the Tournament

13:35: Rafael Nadal defeats Nick Kyrgios in three drama-filled sets.

22:19: Rafael Nadal defeats Carlos Alcaraz in one of the matches of the season.

The Final

29:39: Taylor Fritz wins the Indian Wells Masters defeating Nadal in the final.

Indian Wells Women’s Draw

Defending Champ

33:25: Paula Badosa defeats Veronika Kudermetova dropping zero sets enroute to the semifinals.

The Semifinals

35:03: Maria Sakkari’s racket technology.

36:50: Sakkari defeats Paula Badosa in three sets to make her first WTA-1000 final.

38:39: Iga Swiatek wins her semifinal against Simona Halep.

The Final

42:31: Swiatek wins the Indian Wells Masters defeating Sakkari in the final.]]>2858alcaraz,badosa,brooksby,cam norrie,carlos alcaraz,halep,indian wells,kyrgios,medvedev,monfils,nadal,rafa,sakkari,swiatek,taylor fritz,tsitsipasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-indian-wells-2022-days-1-5--49056944
Losing Champs

0:57: Naomi Osaka. Windy conditions in her first-round win over Sloane Stephens and distress at being heckled in her second-round loss to Veronika Kudermetova.

7:09: Andy Murray. Good win in a third meeting with Taro Daniel this year and positives to draw from a tight loss to Alexander Bublik.

The Comebacks

11:27: Christopher Eubanks saves three match points against Max Cressy.

12:33: Karolina Pliskova and Borna Coric come close in their returns to the tour.

13:42: Amanda Anisimova retires from her match against Leylah Fernandez after losing a tight second set.

14:41: Benoit Paire double faults his lead away against Dominik Koepfer.

15:27: Garbine Muguruza loses 12 of the last 13 games to Alison Riske after winning the first nine.

17:36: Rafael Nadal survives a double break deficit in his win against Sebastian Korda.

Big Upsets

21:08: Tommy Paul defeats Alexander Zverev who was mentally struggling following Acapulco.

23:38: Jasmine Paolini defeats Aryna Sabalenka for her first top-10 win.

24:34: Botic Van De Zandschulp defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime for his second top-10 win. Is he now the best player in the top-50 not to have won a title?

Playing Well

27:59: Daniil Medvedev wins his first match as #1 in the world against Tomas Machac.

29:16: Iga Swiatek continues to win matches from a set down in defeating Anhelina Kalinina and Clara Tauson.

30:32: Simona Halep continues a decent start to the tournament by defeating Coco Gauff in straight sets.

31:26: Harriet Dart reaches the first WTA-1000 fourth-round of her career.

Our Picks For Tonight

32:16: The best matches to watch on the 14th of March and our winners for each match.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49056944Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:55:43 +0000Jack EdwardA mid-tournament recap of everything that's happened in the first few rounds of Indian Wells. Losing Champs 0:57: Naomi Osaka. Windy conditions in her first-round win over Sloane Stephens and distress at being heckled in her second-round loss to...
Losing Champs

0:57: Naomi Osaka. Windy conditions in her first-round win over Sloane Stephens and distress at being heckled in her second-round loss to Veronika Kudermetova.

7:09: Andy Murray. Good win in a third meeting with Taro Daniel this year and positives to draw from a tight loss to Alexander Bublik.

The Comebacks

11:27: Christopher Eubanks saves three match points against Max Cressy.

12:33: Karolina Pliskova and Borna Coric come close in their returns to the tour.

13:42: Amanda Anisimova retires from her match against Leylah Fernandez after losing a tight second set.

14:41: Benoit Paire double faults his lead away against Dominik Koepfer.

15:27: Garbine Muguruza loses 12 of the last 13 games to Alison Riske after winning the first nine.

17:36: Rafael Nadal survives a double break deficit in his win against Sebastian Korda.

Big Upsets

21:08: Tommy Paul defeats Alexander Zverev who was mentally struggling following Acapulco.

23:38: Jasmine Paolini defeats Aryna Sabalenka for her first top-10 win.

24:34: Botic Van De Zandschulp defeats Felix Auger-Aliassime for his second top-10 win. Is he now the best player in the top-50 not to have won a title?

Playing Well

27:59: Daniil Medvedev wins his first match as #1 in the world against Tomas Machac.

29:16: Iga Swiatek continues to win matches from a set down in defeating Anhelina Kalinina and Clara Tauson.

30:32: Simona Halep continues a decent start to the tournament by defeating Coco Gauff in straight sets.

31:26: Harriet Dart reaches the first WTA-1000 fourth-round of her career.

Our Picks For Tonight

32:16: The best matches to watch on the 14th of March and our winners for each match.]]>2126andy murray,azarenka,bublik,gauff,halep,indian wells,korda,machac,medvedev,muguruza,nadal,naomi osaka,pliskova,rybakina,swiatek,tausonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-lyon-monterrey-and-murray-lendl--48980151
Lyon

2:00: Caroline Garcia continues her comeback with three consecutive three-set wins.

5:33: Zhang Shuai wins her first title in five years.

6:43: Dayana Yastremska reaches her first final in two years despite the pressures of being from Ukraine.

Monterrey

11:20: Elina Svitolina donates her prize money in her quarterfinal run to the Ukranian army.

12:22: Leylah Fernandez reaches her first final since the US Open.

Davis Cup

14:40: Upsets from Davis Cup World Group qualifying over the weekend.

Murray/Lendl

21:26: Andy Murray teams up with Ivan Lendl for a third time for a fresh perspective on his comeback.

Indian Wells

35:02: Our picks for the men’s event at Indian Wells.

38:50: Our picks for the women’s event at Indian Wells.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48980151Mon, 07 Mar 2022 14:47:02 +0000Jack EdwardDiscussion of last week's tournaments in Monterrey and Lyon, upsets in Davis Cup qualifying, Murray and Lendl's renewed partnership and our picks for Indian Wells. Lyon 2:00: Caroline Garcia continues her comeback with three consecutive...
Lyon

2:00: Caroline Garcia continues her comeback with three consecutive three-set wins.

5:33: Zhang Shuai wins her first title in five years.

6:43: Dayana Yastremska reaches her first final in two years despite the pressures of being from Ukraine.

Monterrey

11:20: Elina Svitolina donates her prize money in her quarterfinal run to the Ukranian army.

12:22: Leylah Fernandez reaches her first final since the US Open.

Davis Cup

14:40: Upsets from Davis Cup World Group qualifying over the weekend.

Murray/Lendl

21:26: Andy Murray teams up with Ivan Lendl for a third time for a fresh perspective on his comeback.

Indian Wells

35:02: Our picks for the men’s event at Indian Wells.

38:50: Our picks for the women’s event at Indian Wells.]]>2735andy murray,caroline garcia,davis cup,ivan lendl,leylah fernandez,monterrey,svitolina,yastremska,zhang shuaifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-acapulco-dubai-doha-santiago-and-guadalajara--48898256
Acapulco

0:43: Daniil Medvedev claims the world #1 ranking. Can Gav name the last eight world #1’s preceding Medvedev?

4:14: Alexander Zverev is disqualified from Acapulco after a violent outburst towards the umpire.

9:04: Cam Norrie defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas to earn the joint-highest-ranked victory of his career.

13:38: Rafael Nadal continues where he left off in Australia defeating the new world #1 in straight sets.

17:33: Nadal keeps his winning streak going defeating Norrie in the final.

Dubai

19:30: Marin Cilic’s umbrella-gate.

21:20: Andy Murray loses to Jannik Sinner.

23:05: Sinner saves multiple match points in a win for the first time in his career.

24:56: Jiri Vesely’s run to the final of Dubai defeating five-time champion Novak Djokovic along the way.

28:54: Andrey Rublev defeats Hubert Hurkacz and Jiri Vesely in the semifinals and final respectively to win the fifth ATP 500 of his career.

Doha

33:28: Caroline Garcia defeats Simona Halep in one of the best victories of her comeback.

34:30: Anett Kontaveit continues her winning streak but ends Jelena Ostapenko’s.

36:29: Iga Swiatek overcomes her poor head-to-head against Maria Sakkari and thrashes Anett Kontaveit in the final.

Santiago

41:16: Pedro Martinez defeats Sebastian Baez in the final of Santiago.

43:56: The future for Baez.

Guadalajara

45:28: Brenda Fruhvirtova makes her WTA debut against Sloane Stephens.

47:00: Sloane Stephens defeats Marie Bouzkova in the final of Guadalajara.

Team GB

47:50: Jack Draper’s ascendancy up the rankings.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48898256Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:04:22 +0000Jack EdwardDiscussing everything that happened in last week's tournaments including titles for Nadal in Acapulco, Rublev in Dubai, Swiatek in Doha, Martinez in Santiago and Stephens in Guadalajara. Acapulco 0:43: Daniil Medvedev claims the world #1...
Acapulco

0:43: Daniil Medvedev claims the world #1 ranking. Can Gav name the last eight world #1’s preceding Medvedev?

4:14: Alexander Zverev is disqualified from Acapulco after a violent outburst towards the umpire.

9:04: Cam Norrie defeats Stefanos Tsitsipas to earn the joint-highest-ranked victory of his career.

13:38: Rafael Nadal continues where he left off in Australia defeating the new world #1 in straight sets.

17:33: Nadal keeps his winning streak going defeating Norrie in the final.

Dubai

19:30: Marin Cilic’s umbrella-gate.

21:20: Andy Murray loses to Jannik Sinner.

23:05: Sinner saves multiple match points in a win for the first time in his career.

24:56: Jiri Vesely’s run to the final of Dubai defeating five-time champion Novak Djokovic along the way.

28:54: Andrey Rublev defeats Hubert Hurkacz and Jiri Vesely in the semifinals and final respectively to win the fifth ATP 500 of his career.

Doha

33:28: Caroline Garcia defeats Simona Halep in one of the best victories of her comeback.

34:30: Anett Kontaveit continues her winning streak but ends Jelena Ostapenko’s.

36:29: Iga Swiatek overcomes her poor head-to-head against Maria Sakkari and thrashes Anett Kontaveit in the final.

Santiago

41:16: Pedro Martinez defeats Sebastian Baez in the final of Santiago.

43:56: The future for Baez.

Guadalajara

45:28: Brenda Fruhvirtova makes her WTA debut against Sloane Stephens.

47:00: Sloane Stephens defeats Marie Bouzkova in the final of Guadalajara.

Team GB

47:50: Jack Draper’s ascendancy up the rankings.]]>3120baez,cilic,djokovic,fruhvirtova,halep,hurkacz,jack draper,kontaveit,martinez,medvedev,nadal,norrie,ostapenko,rublev,sakkari,sinner,swiatek,tsitsipas,vesely,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-rio-doha-dubai-marseille-and-delray-beach--48824077
Rio

1:03: What Carlos Alcaraz’ win in Rio meant to him, the records he’s broken and his dissimilarity to Nadal.

4:28: Alcaraz overpowers Matteo Berrettini from the baseline in their quarterfinal.

10:00: The effectiveness of Alcaraz’ drop-shot in his semifinal victory over Fabio Fognini.

13:00: Francisco Cerundolo does well in the Golden Swing for another year but loses a tight match to Diego Schwartzman.

17:04: Alcaraz defeats Schwartzman in the final.

Doha (Men’s)

18:55: Roberto Bautista Agut’s comfortableness in Doha.

20:48: Andy Murray’s tough loss to RBA.

25:55: RBA digs in against Khachanov and Basilashvili, spoke about the difference in the conditions compared to last year’s final.

Dubai (Women’s)

30:33: Iga Swiatek continues to struggle with her serve in her loss to Jelena Ostapenko.

33:00: A hardy win over Petra Kvitova is swiftly followed by another against Simona Halep for Ostapenko.

36:03: Ostapenko returns to the top-20 after defeating Veronika Kudermetova in the final.

Marseille

36:56: Benjamin Bonzi finally makes his breakthrough at ATP-level.

40:55: No worries for Felix Auger-Aliassime in his loss in the final to Andrey Rublev.

Delray Beach

48:02: Cam Norrie wins the third title of his career defeating Reilly Opelka in the final.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48824077Tue, 22 Feb 2022 01:32:10 +0000Jack EdwardDiscussing everything that happened in last week's tournaments including titles for Alcaraz in Rio, Bautista Agut in Doha, Ostapenko in Dubai, Rublev in Marseille and Norrie in Delray Beach. Rio 1:03: What Carlos Alcaraz’ win in Rio meant to...
Rio

1:03: What Carlos Alcaraz’ win in Rio meant to him, the records he’s broken and his dissimilarity to Nadal.

4:28: Alcaraz overpowers Matteo Berrettini from the baseline in their quarterfinal.

10:00: The effectiveness of Alcaraz’ drop-shot in his semifinal victory over Fabio Fognini.

13:00: Francisco Cerundolo does well in the Golden Swing for another year but loses a tight match to Diego Schwartzman.

17:04: Alcaraz defeats Schwartzman in the final.

Doha (Men’s)

18:55: Roberto Bautista Agut’s comfortableness in Doha.

20:48: Andy Murray’s tough loss to RBA.

25:55: RBA digs in against Khachanov and Basilashvili, spoke about the difference in the conditions compared to last year’s final.

Dubai (Women’s)

30:33: Iga Swiatek continues to struggle with her serve in her loss to Jelena Ostapenko.

33:00: A hardy win over Petra Kvitova is swiftly followed by another against Simona Halep for Ostapenko.

36:03: Ostapenko returns to the top-20 after defeating Veronika Kudermetova in the final.

Marseille

36:56: Benjamin Bonzi finally makes his breakthrough at ATP-level.

40:55: No worries for Felix Auger-Aliassime in his loss in the final to Andrey Rublev.

Delray Beach

48:02: Cam Norrie wins the third title of his career defeating Reilly Opelka in the final.]]>3364alcaraz,andy murray,auger aliassime,basilashvili,bautista agut,berrettini,bonzi,cerundolo,fognini,halep,khachanov,kvitova,marseille,norrie,opelka,ostapenko,rublev,schwartzman,swiatek,tennisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-rotterdam-dallas-buenos-aires-and-st-petersburg--48732776
Rotterdam

1:03: Aslan Karatsev serves for the match twice against Tallon Griekspoor but ultimately loses.

3:43: Andy Murray’s loss to Felix Auger-Aliassime.

6:44: Jiri Lehecka comes through qualifying to reach the semifinals.

9:34: Felix Auger-Aliassime wins his first title on his ninth attempt emphatically defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Dallas

14:42: John Isner and Reilly Opelka play the longest tiebreak in ATP history.

17:50: Reilly Opelka defeats Jenson Brooksby to win his third ATP title.

Buenos Aires

22:49: The final match of Juan Martin Del Potro’s career against Federico Delbonis.

27:29: Casper Ruud defeats Diego Schwartzman overcoming a partisan crowd in Buenos Aires.

St. Petersburg

31:50: Anett Kontaveit wins an epic over Maria Sakkari in St. Petersburg.

Miscellaneous

36:53: Dominic Thiem may be suing his doctor over a mistake in his wrist surgery.

38:07: Jannik Sinner considers hiring a new coach over Riccardo Piatti.

38:32: Brenda Fruhvirtova wins a second ITF title at 14 years old.

39:24: Toni Nadal has a choice opinion on Novak Djokovic’s 2021 season.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48732776Mon, 14 Feb 2022 21:56:35 +0000Jack EdwardDiscussing everything that happened in last week's tournaments including titles for Auger-Aliassime in Rotterdam, Opelka in Dallas, Ruud in Buenos Aires and Kontaveit in St. Petersburg. Rotterdam 1:03: Aslan Karatsev serves for the match twice...
Rotterdam

1:03: Aslan Karatsev serves for the match twice against Tallon Griekspoor but ultimately loses.

3:43: Andy Murray’s loss to Felix Auger-Aliassime.

6:44: Jiri Lehecka comes through qualifying to reach the semifinals.

9:34: Felix Auger-Aliassime wins his first title on his ninth attempt emphatically defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Dallas

14:42: John Isner and Reilly Opelka play the longest tiebreak in ATP history.

17:50: Reilly Opelka defeats Jenson Brooksby to win his third ATP title.

Buenos Aires

22:49: The final match of Juan Martin Del Potro’s career against Federico Delbonis.

27:29: Casper Ruud defeats Diego Schwartzman overcoming a partisan crowd in Buenos Aires.

St. Petersburg

31:50: Anett Kontaveit wins an epic over Maria Sakkari in St. Petersburg.

Miscellaneous

36:53: Dominic Thiem may be suing his doctor over a mistake in his wrist surgery.

38:07: Jannik Sinner considers hiring a new coach over Riccardo Piatti.

38:32: Brenda Fruhvirtova wins a second ITF title at 14 years old.

39:24: Toni Nadal has a choice opinion on Novak Djokovic’s 2021 season.]]>2526andy murray,atp,auger-aliassime,brooksby,delpo,del potro,diego schwartzman,isner,kontaveit,opelka,rotterdam,ruud,sakkari,tennis,tsitsipas,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-juan-martin-del-potro-pune-montpellier-and-cordoba--48626482
Juan Martin Del Potro Quiz

1:13: Juan Martin Del Potro announces his retirement from tennis. Gav made a quiz in his honour (try and beat Jack’s score of 15/20!).

3:22: During his famous US Open win in 2009, Del Potro is best known for beating Rafa and Federer in the semifinals and final, respectively - but who did he beat in the quarterfinals? (1)

4:12: Del Potro has won 22 singles titles in his career. How many of these are Grand Slams, Masters 1000s, ATP 500s and ATP 250s? (4, one per level of tournament)

5:16: Before reaching the Indian Wells final in 2018, Del Potro had reached the final on one previous occasion. Which year was this, who defeated him and what was the score? (3)

6:41: Aside from the gold medal match in Rio in 2016, Del Potro and Murray have played in one ATP final. Which year and event was this and what was the score? (3)

8:03: Del Potro’s come back from two sets to love down once in his Grand Slam career. What was the year and who was the opponent? (2)

10:02: Del Potro’s last ATP final came at the 2018 China Open. Who defeated him in the final? (1)

10:23: Del Potro has made the final of the ATP Finals once in his career. What was the year and who was the opponent? (2)

11:11: What is Del Potro’s career-high ranking and in what year did he achieve this? (2)

11:36: What is Del Potro’s well-known nickname? (1)

12:01: Del Potro and Andy Murray famously had an argument in Rome in 2008. Who was the chair umpire for the match? (1)

12:55: Our favourite Del Potro matches.

Pune

15:18: The Ymer brothers defeat Karatsev and Monfils, players likely to be fatigued by the Australian Open.

18:43: Lorenzo Musetti continues to struggle with his concentration throughout matches.

20:44: Emil Ruusuvuori hits scary forehands enroute to the final.

22:22: Joao Sousa wins his fourth career title.

Montpellier

24:54: Gael Monfils plays a poor match after the disappointment of the Australian Open.

26:26: Richard Gasquet and Adrian Mannarino keep the French fans happy with a couple of wins apiece.

30:04: Alexander Bublik wins the first title of his career defeating Alexander Zverev in the final.

Cordoba

32:03: Alejandro Tabilo plays Albert Ramos Vinolas in the first final of his young career.

36:38: Cristian Garin suffers an uncharacteristically early loss in a Golden Swing tournament.

38:00: Juan Ignacio Londero takes advantage of his wild-card and vets Benoit Paire and Fernando Verdasco lose in their opening rounds.

Andy Murray

40:08: Andy Murray decides to skip the clay season and teams back up with Dani Valverdu.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48626482Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:17:02 +0000Jack EdwardIn honour of his retirement announcement, Gav hosts a quiz on Juan Martin Del Potro, plus everything that happened in the ATP-250 tournaments in Pune, Montpellier and Cordoba. Juan Martin Del Potro Quiz 1:13: Juan Martin Del Potro announces his...
Juan Martin Del Potro Quiz

1:13: Juan Martin Del Potro announces his retirement from tennis. Gav made a quiz in his honour (try and beat Jack’s score of 15/20!).

3:22: During his famous US Open win in 2009, Del Potro is best known for beating Rafa and Federer in the semifinals and final, respectively - but who did he beat in the quarterfinals? (1)

4:12: Del Potro has won 22 singles titles in his career. How many of these are Grand Slams, Masters 1000s, ATP 500s and ATP 250s? (4, one per level of tournament)

5:16: Before reaching the Indian Wells final in 2018, Del Potro had reached the final on one previous occasion. Which year was this, who defeated him and what was the score? (3)

6:41: Aside from the gold medal match in Rio in 2016, Del Potro and Murray have played in one ATP final. Which year and event was this and what was the score? (3)

8:03: Del Potro’s come back from two sets to love down once in his Grand Slam career. What was the year and who was the opponent? (2)

10:02: Del Potro’s last ATP final came at the 2018 China Open. Who defeated him in the final? (1)

10:23: Del Potro has made the final of the ATP Finals once in his career. What was the year and who was the opponent? (2)

11:11: What is Del Potro’s career-high ranking and in what year did he achieve this? (2)

11:36: What is Del Potro’s well-known nickname? (1)

12:01: Del Potro and Andy Murray famously had an argument in Rome in 2008. Who was the chair umpire for the match? (1)

12:55: Our favourite Del Potro matches.

Pune

15:18: The Ymer brothers defeat Karatsev and Monfils, players likely to be fatigued by the Australian Open.

18:43: Lorenzo Musetti continues to struggle with his concentration throughout matches.

20:44: Emil Ruusuvuori hits scary forehands enroute to the final.

22:22: Joao Sousa wins his fourth career title.

Montpellier

24:54: Gael Monfils plays a poor match after the disappointment of the Australian Open.

26:26: Richard Gasquet and Adrian Mannarino keep the French fans happy with a couple of wins apiece.

30:04: Alexander Bublik wins the first title of his career defeating Alexander Zverev in the final.

Cordoba

32:03: Alejandro Tabilo plays Albert Ramos Vinolas in the first final of his young career.

36:38: Cristian Garin suffers an uncharacteristically early loss in a Golden Swing tournament.

38:00: Juan Ignacio Londero takes advantage of his wild-card and vets Benoit Paire and Fernando Verdasco lose in their opening rounds.

Andy Murray

40:08: Andy Murray decides to skip the clay season and teams back up with Dani Valverdu.]]>2667andy murray,bublik,cordoba,del potro,federer,gasquet,juan martin,karatsev,mannarino,monfils,montpellier,musetti,nadal,pune,ruusuvuori,sousa,tabilo,tennis,ymer,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-australian-open-2022-men-s-and-women-s-finals--48515217
Women’s Singles

0:36-3:36: How Ash Barty’s slice helped her win matches in the run-up to the final.

3:36-5:54: Danielle Collins uses her return of serve to blow of Iga Swiatek off the court in their semifinal.

5:54-12:34: Barty defeats Collins in the final to become the first Australian woman since Chris O’Neil 44 years ago to win the Australian Open.

Men’s Singles

12:34-17:44: Denis Shapovalov shows their is progress to be made in his five-set loss to Rafa.

17:44-21:05: Daniil Medvedev saves match-point in his quarterfinal victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime.

21:05-24:16: Rafael Nadal proves a brutal match-up for Matteo Berrettini.

24:16-27:18: Coaching controversy in Medvedev’s defeat of Stefanos Tsitsipas.

27:18-32:51: Rafa defeats Medvedev in one of the greatest comebacks in the history of our sport.

32:51-36:11: Unpacking the records broken by Rafa.

36:11-39:55: Medvedev’s choice words on his displeasure with the partisan crowd.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48515217Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:50:47 +0000Jack EdwardOur review of a gripping conclusion to the Australian Open, including Ash Barty ending Australia's 44-year wait for a home hero and Rafael Nadal rewriting the history books. Women’s Singles 0:36-3:36: How Ash Barty’s slice helped her win matches...
Women’s Singles

0:36-3:36: How Ash Barty’s slice helped her win matches in the run-up to the final.

3:36-5:54: Danielle Collins uses her return of serve to blow of Iga Swiatek off the court in their semifinal.

5:54-12:34: Barty defeats Collins in the final to become the first Australian woman since Chris O’Neil 44 years ago to win the Australian Open.

Men’s Singles

12:34-17:44: Denis Shapovalov shows their is progress to be made in his five-set loss to Rafa.

17:44-21:05: Daniil Medvedev saves match-point in his quarterfinal victory over Felix Auger-Aliassime.

21:05-24:16: Rafael Nadal proves a brutal match-up for Matteo Berrettini.

24:16-27:18: Coaching controversy in Medvedev’s defeat of Stefanos Tsitsipas.

27:18-32:51: Rafa defeats Medvedev in one of the greatest comebacks in the history of our sport.

32:51-36:11: Unpacking the records broken by Rafa.

36:11-39:55: Medvedev’s choice words on his displeasure with the partisan crowd.]]>2457auger-aliassime,australian open,barty,berrettini,danielle collins,medvedev,nadal,rafa,shapovalov,swiatek,tennis,tsitsipasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-australian-open-2022-mid-week-recap--48427590
The Lighter Stuff

0:36-3:44: Medvedev’s box office match with Kyrgios and his questionable tactics against Cressy.

3:44-6:45: Our hits and misses from our Australian Open quarterfinal predictions.

Tactical Standouts

6:45-11:30: Shapo executes a steadier style of play whilst Zverev continues to struggle with his second-serve in important Grand Slam matches (plus: Andy Roddick disagrees with me on Twitter!).

11:30-12:44: Swiatek survives Sorana Cirstea’s pacey backhand returns.

12:44-14:16: Clara Tauson aims for Anett Kontaveit’s right hip in her win over the sixth-seed.

Most Grit

14:16-17:48: Berrettini and Alcaraz win 159 points apiece in a five-set epic.

17:48-19:52: Mannarino comes through a 4-hour and 38-minute four-set match to defeat Karatsev.

19:52-21:52: Alize Cornet reaches a Grand Slam quarterfinal for the first time in 63 attempts beating Halep in three sets.

Potential For Lower-Ranked Players

21:52-24:20: In scintillating form, Madison Keys sets up an alluring match with Barbora Krejcikova.

Biggest Saves

24:20-26:27: Amanda Anisimova saves two match points against the defending champion Naomi Osaka.

26:27-29:04: Felix Auger-Aliassime continues to play clutch tennis in the biggest moments at the Slams in his victory over Cilic.

29:04-30:53: Kaia Kanepi defeats Aryna Sabalenka in a rollercoaster match.

Looking Ahead

32:40-33:54: Hype for Gael?

33:54-35:41: Who wins in Rafa v Shapo?

35:41-36:15: Is Sinner a favourite to win the Australian Open?

36:15-36:50: Quarterfinals to watch.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48427590Mon, 24 Jan 2022 18:28:07 +0000Jack EdwardA mid-tournament recap of everything that's happened in the first four rounds of the Australian Open. The Lighter Stuff 0:36-3:44: Medvedev’s box office match with Kyrgios and his questionable tactics against Cressy. 3:44-6:45: Our hits and...
The Lighter Stuff

0:36-3:44: Medvedev’s box office match with Kyrgios and his questionable tactics against Cressy.

3:44-6:45: Our hits and misses from our Australian Open quarterfinal predictions.

Tactical Standouts

6:45-11:30: Shapo executes a steadier style of play whilst Zverev continues to struggle with his second-serve in important Grand Slam matches (plus: Andy Roddick disagrees with me on Twitter!).

11:30-12:44: Swiatek survives Sorana Cirstea’s pacey backhand returns.

12:44-14:16: Clara Tauson aims for Anett Kontaveit’s right hip in her win over the sixth-seed.

Most Grit

14:16-17:48: Berrettini and Alcaraz win 159 points apiece in a five-set epic.

17:48-19:52: Mannarino comes through a 4-hour and 38-minute four-set match to defeat Karatsev.

19:52-21:52: Alize Cornet reaches a Grand Slam quarterfinal for the first time in 63 attempts beating Halep in three sets.

Potential For Lower-Ranked Players

21:52-24:20: In scintillating form, Madison Keys sets up an alluring match with Barbora Krejcikova.

Biggest Saves

24:20-26:27: Amanda Anisimova saves two match points against the defending champion Naomi Osaka.

26:27-29:04: Felix Auger-Aliassime continues to play clutch tennis in the biggest moments at the Slams in his victory over Cilic.

29:04-30:53: Kaia Kanepi defeats Aryna Sabalenka in a rollercoaster match.

Looking Ahead

32:40-33:54: Hype for Gael?

33:54-35:41: Who wins in Rafa v Shapo?

35:41-36:15: Is Sinner a favourite to win the Australian Open?

36:15-36:50: Quarterfinals to watch.]]>2245alcaraz,anisimova,australian open,berrettini,cilic,cornet,halep,jannik sinner,kontaveit,krejcikova,kyrgios,madison keys,medvedev,monfils,nadal,osaka,sabalenka,shapovalov,tennis,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-australian-open-2022-days-1-2--48350850
The Lighter Stuff

1:01-2:01: Berrettini thanks his Imodium tablets after being sick during his win over Nakashima.

2:01-3:59: Nick Kyrgios sets the crowd into a frenzy against Liam Broady.

3:59-4:30: Medvedev laughs at his own joke.

Tactical Standouts

4:30-6:46: Cam Norrie’s game doesn’t flourish on a quick hard-court against Sebi Korda.

6:46-8:51: Sakkari deals with Maria’s unorthodox game surviving floaty slices and chip-and-charges.

8:51-10:13: Barty takes advantage of Tsurenko’s poor serves.

Biggest Fluffs

10:13-11:35: Humbert loses to Gasquet in four sets.

11:35-12:00: Kvitova loses to Cirstea winning only four games.

12:00-13:49: Coco Gauff loses to Wang in straight sets.

13:49-15:41: Kokkinakis can’t recover from his first title-run in his loss to Hanfmann.

Most Grit

15:41-17:45: Andy Murray comes through a vintage five-setter against Nikoloz Basilashvili.

17:45-18:47: John Millman personifies grit in his win over Feli Lopez.

18:47-20:33: Karatsev hits 107 unforced errors on his way to victory over Jaume Munar.

20:33-21:45: FAA loses more points in his win over Ruusuvuori.

Potential For Lower-Ranked Players

21:45-22:44: Madison Keys maintains her rhythm against Sofia Kenin.

22:44-24:20: Taro Daniel has increased the weight of his serve and may prove difficult against Andy Murray.

24:20-26:23: Camila Osorio Serrano shows promise in her loss to Naomi Osaka but needs to make improvements to her serve if she’s to progress.

Biggest Saves

26:23-27:23: Sabalenka keeps her head against Storm Sanders.

27:23-27:49: Rybakina comes through a tight match against her countrywoman Diyas.

27:49-28:49: Zidansek scrapes a win against Rus after almost letting go of the match.

Looking Ahead

28:49-29:20: Opportunity knocks for one sixteenth of the draw in the bottom half of the women’s draw.

29:42-30:50: De Minaur with an open path to the fourth-round after Casper Ruud withdraws.

30:50-31:31: Second-round matches to watch.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48350850Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:45:13 +0000Jack EdwardAll of the latest on the first two days of action at the Australian Open. The Lighter Stuff 1:01-2:01: Berrettini thanks his Imodium tablets after being sick during his win over Nakashima. 2:01-3:59: Nick Kyrgios sets the crowd into a frenzy...
The Lighter Stuff

1:01-2:01: Berrettini thanks his Imodium tablets after being sick during his win over Nakashima.

2:01-3:59: Nick Kyrgios sets the crowd into a frenzy against Liam Broady.

3:59-4:30: Medvedev laughs at his own joke.

Tactical Standouts

4:30-6:46: Cam Norrie’s game doesn’t flourish on a quick hard-court against Sebi Korda.

6:46-8:51: Sakkari deals with Maria’s unorthodox game surviving floaty slices and chip-and-charges.

8:51-10:13: Barty takes advantage of Tsurenko’s poor serves.

Biggest Fluffs

10:13-11:35: Humbert loses to Gasquet in four sets.

11:35-12:00: Kvitova loses to Cirstea winning only four games.

12:00-13:49: Coco Gauff loses to Wang in straight sets.

13:49-15:41: Kokkinakis can’t recover from his first title-run in his loss to Hanfmann.

Most Grit

15:41-17:45: Andy Murray comes through a vintage five-setter against Nikoloz Basilashvili.

17:45-18:47: John Millman personifies grit in his win over Feli Lopez.

18:47-20:33: Karatsev hits 107 unforced errors on his way to victory over Jaume Munar.

20:33-21:45: FAA loses more points in his win over Ruusuvuori.

Potential For Lower-Ranked Players

21:45-22:44: Madison Keys maintains her rhythm against Sofia Kenin.

22:44-24:20: Taro Daniel has increased the weight of his serve and may prove difficult against Andy Murray.

24:20-26:23: Camila Osorio Serrano shows promise in her loss to Naomi Osaka but needs to make improvements to her serve if she’s to progress.

Biggest Saves

26:23-27:23: Sabalenka keeps her head against Storm Sanders.

27:23-27:49: Rybakina comes through a tight match against her countrywoman Diyas.

27:49-28:49: Zidansek scrapes a win against Rus after almost letting go of the match.

Looking Ahead

28:49-29:20: Opportunity knocks for one sixteenth of the draw in the bottom half of the women’s draw.

29:42-30:50: De Minaur with an open path to the fourth-round after Casper Ruud withdraws.

30:50-31:31: Second-round matches to watch.]]>1935australian open,barty,berrettini,karatsev,korda,kyrgios,medvedev,munar,murray,nakashima,norrie,osorio serrano,ruud,ruusuvuori,rybakina,sabalenka,sakkari,storm sanders,tsurenko,zidansekfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-the-atp-cup-melbourne-and-adelaide--48237065
2:01-5:37: Discussion of Novak Djokovic’s medical exemption and visa cancellation.

ATP Cup

5:37-6:57: Quick summary of all the ATP Cup results.

6:57-10:45: UK beat USA, Dan Evans a stand out player throughout the tournament, Cam Norrie playing his ninth match against Taylor Fritz.

10:45-12:25: UK win two ties but don’t qualify as Felix Auger-Aliassime beats Alexander Zverev, Canada clinching Group C after a poor start.

12:25-17:29: Russia win Group B thanks to Daniil Medvedev’s win over Matteo Berrettini.

17:29-21:18: Roberto Bautista Agut wins an epic versus Hubert Hurkacz to see Spain through to the final.

21:18-22:03: Though Medvedev hands FAA a drubbing, Canada beat Russia to go through to the final.

22:03-23:37: Team Canada win the ATP Cup after FAA pulls off a massive win against RBA.

23:37-25:01: Our dark horse picks at the Australian Open based on form at the ATP Cup.

ATP Melbourne Summer Set 1

26:25-27:39: A bird relieves itself on Reilly Opelka’s hat.

27:39-32:57: Maxime Cressy serve and volleys his way to a final but is beaten by Rafa coming back from injury.

WTA Adelaide International 1

32:57-33:57: Aryna Sabalenka serves 18 double faults against Kaja Juvan.

33:57-34:53: Indian Wells final rematch in the first round in Paula Badosa v Victoria Azarenka.

34:53-39:33: Ash Barty dominates in Adelaide whilst Iga Swiatek can’t find the weapons to overpower the best on hard-courts.

WTA Melbourne Summer Set 1

39:33-42:19: Naomi Osaka makes her comeback plus Andrea Petkovic shares her comparison of Osaka and Williams.

42:19-44:35: Simona Halep wins the title in Melbourne - can you guess how often she broke serve this week in 50 return games?

WTA Melbourne 2 and ATP Adelaide 1

44:35-46:41: Amanda Anisimova wins in Melbourne, Gael Monfils wins in Adelaide, Thanasi Kokkinakis reaches the semis of a tournament for the first time in five years.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48237065Mon, 10 Jan 2022 14:33:05 +0000Jack EdwardWe break down a stacked week in Australia including Canada's win at the ATP Cup, Rafa's victory over Maxime Cressy in Melbourne and Ash Barty's dominant run in Adelaide. 2:01-5:37: Discussion of Novak Djokovic’s medical exemption and visa...
2:01-5:37: Discussion of Novak Djokovic’s medical exemption and visa cancellation.

ATP Cup

5:37-6:57: Quick summary of all the ATP Cup results.

6:57-10:45: UK beat USA, Dan Evans a stand out player throughout the tournament, Cam Norrie playing his ninth match against Taylor Fritz.

10:45-12:25: UK win two ties but don’t qualify as Felix Auger-Aliassime beats Alexander Zverev, Canada clinching Group C after a poor start.

12:25-17:29: Russia win Group B thanks to Daniil Medvedev’s win over Matteo Berrettini.

17:29-21:18: Roberto Bautista Agut wins an epic versus Hubert Hurkacz to see Spain through to the final.

21:18-22:03: Though Medvedev hands FAA a drubbing, Canada beat Russia to go through to the final.

22:03-23:37: Team Canada win the ATP Cup after FAA pulls off a massive win against RBA.

23:37-25:01: Our dark horse picks at the Australian Open based on form at the ATP Cup.

ATP Melbourne Summer Set 1

26:25-27:39: A bird relieves itself on Reilly Opelka’s hat.

27:39-32:57: Maxime Cressy serve and volleys his way to a final but is beaten by Rafa coming back from injury.

WTA Adelaide International 1

32:57-33:57: Aryna Sabalenka serves 18 double faults against Kaja Juvan.

33:57-34:53: Indian Wells final rematch in the first round in Paula Badosa v Victoria Azarenka.

34:53-39:33: Ash Barty dominates in Adelaide whilst Iga Swiatek can’t find the weapons to overpower the best on hard-courts.

WTA Melbourne Summer Set 1

39:33-42:19: Naomi Osaka makes her comeback plus Andrea Petkovic shares her comparison of Osaka and Williams.

42:19-44:35: Simona Halep wins the title in Melbourne - can you guess how often she broke serve this week in 50 return games?

WTA Melbourne 2 and ATP Adelaide 1

44:35-46:41: Amanda Anisimova wins in Melbourne, Gael Monfils wins in Adelaide, Thanasi Kokkinakis reaches the semis of a tournament for the first time in five years.]]>2889auger aliassime,azarenka,badosa,barty,bautista agut,berrettini,cam norrie,dan evans,djokovic,halep,hurkacz,maxime cressy,medvedev,nadal,naomi osaka,opelka,sabalenka,serena williams,swiatek,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-the-atp-cup-days-1-3--48151567
1:50-4:56: Tournament withdrawals including Djokovic, Thiem, Rublev and Karatsev.

Day 1

4:56-7:30: Spain 🇪🇸 v Chile 🇨🇱: PCB defeats a decent Challenger-level player in Alejandro Tabilo.

7:30-8:39: Spain 🇪🇸 v Chile 🇨🇱: RBA thrives in perfect conditions for him, Cristian Garin continues to struggle on hard-courts.

8:39-11:27: Serbia 🇷🇸 v Norway 🇳🇴: Casper Ruud continues to impress on hard-courts with another win versus Dusan Lajovic.

11:27-12:51: Georgia 🇬🇪 v Argentina 🇦🇷 and Poland 🇵🇱 v Greece 🇬🇷: A bland tie that saw Argentina and Poland come out on top.

Day 2

12:51-18:23: Russia 🇷🇺 v France 🇫🇷: Ugo Humbert shows why he has such a healthy top-10 record in defeating Daniil Medvedev.

18:23-20:41: Russia 🇷🇺 v France 🇫🇷: Roman Safiullin saves the day for Russia in the singles and the doubles.

20:41-25:38: Italy 🇮🇹 v Australia 🇦🇺: Jannik Sinner demolishes 2020 Australian Open doubles finalist, Max Purcell, whilst Alex De Minaur turns his 2021 season around with a phenomenal returning performance against Matteo Berrettini.

25:38-27:57: Italy 🇮🇹 v Australia 🇦🇺: The established Aussie pairing of John Peers/Luke Saville prove too much for Matteo Berrettini/Simone Bolelli.

27:57-31:15: USA 🇺🇸 v Canada 🇨🇦: USA win their tie against Canada thanks to a brilliant first match of the season from Taylor Fritz.

31:15-37:08: Germany 🇩🇪 v UK 🇬🇧: Though Alexander Zverev wins an impressive match against Cam Norrie, the Brits take the tie in the doubles.

Day 3

37:08-40:30: Spain 🇪🇸 v Norway 🇳🇴: Casper Ruud and RBA play one of the matches of the tournament so far.

40:30-42:06: Serbia 🇷🇸 v Chile 🇨🇱: Chile win their first ATP Cup tie after Lajovic suffers cramp against Garin.

42:06-44:44: Poland 🇵🇱 v Georgia 🇬🇪: Hubert Hurkacz’s reactive returns make things difficult against Aleksandre Metreveli but Poland inevitably pull through against Georgia.

44:44-47:04: Argentina 🇦🇷 v Greece 🇬🇷: Diego Schwartzman plays a stellar match against an under par Stefanos Tsitsipas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48151567Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:08:30 +0000Jack EdwardAfter a short (but oh, so long) off-season, tennis is back! Here's our review of everything that's happened so far in the first three days of the ATP Cup. 1:50-4:56: Tournament withdrawals including Djokovic, Thiem, Rublev and Karatsev. Day 1...
1:50-4:56: Tournament withdrawals including Djokovic, Thiem, Rublev and Karatsev.

Day 1

4:56-7:30: Spain 🇪🇸 v Chile 🇨🇱: PCB defeats a decent Challenger-level player in Alejandro Tabilo.

7:30-8:39: Spain 🇪🇸 v Chile 🇨🇱: RBA thrives in perfect conditions for him, Cristian Garin continues to struggle on hard-courts.

8:39-11:27: Serbia 🇷🇸 v Norway 🇳🇴: Casper Ruud continues to impress on hard-courts with another win versus Dusan Lajovic.

11:27-12:51: Georgia 🇬🇪 v Argentina 🇦🇷 and Poland 🇵🇱 v Greece 🇬🇷: A bland tie that saw Argentina and Poland come out on top.

Day 2

12:51-18:23: Russia 🇷🇺 v France 🇫🇷: Ugo Humbert shows why he has such a healthy top-10 record in defeating Daniil Medvedev.

18:23-20:41: Russia 🇷🇺 v France 🇫🇷: Roman Safiullin saves the day for Russia in the singles and the doubles.

20:41-25:38: Italy 🇮🇹 v Australia 🇦🇺: Jannik Sinner demolishes 2020 Australian Open doubles finalist, Max Purcell, whilst Alex De Minaur turns his 2021 season around with a phenomenal returning performance against Matteo Berrettini.

25:38-27:57: Italy 🇮🇹 v Australia 🇦🇺: The established Aussie pairing of John Peers/Luke Saville prove too much for Matteo Berrettini/Simone Bolelli.

27:57-31:15: USA 🇺🇸 v Canada 🇨🇦: USA win their tie against Canada thanks to a brilliant first match of the season from Taylor Fritz.

31:15-37:08: Germany 🇩🇪 v UK 🇬🇧: Though Alexander Zverev wins an impressive match against Cam Norrie, the Brits take the tie in the doubles.

Day 3

37:08-40:30: Spain 🇪🇸 v Norway 🇳🇴: Casper Ruud and RBA play one of the matches of the tournament so far.

40:30-42:06: Serbia 🇷🇸 v Chile 🇨🇱: Chile win their first ATP Cup tie after Lajovic suffers cramp against Garin.

42:06-44:44: Poland 🇵🇱 v Georgia 🇬🇪: Hubert Hurkacz’s reactive returns make things difficult against Aleksandre Metreveli but Poland inevitably pull through against Georgia.

44:44-47:04: Argentina 🇦🇷 v Greece 🇬🇷: Diego Schwartzman plays a stellar match against an under par Stefanos Tsitsipas.]]>2890atp,atp cup,berrettini,cam norrie,diego schwartzman,hurkacz,lta,medvedev,roman safiullin,ruud,sinner,taylor fritz,team serbia,tennis,tsitsipas,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-the-good-the-bad-and-the-andy--47998751
Early Season and Injury

1. Good 3:10-6:52: Andy started the season with a bang in one of the 100 Challengers in Biella. Who did Andy lose to in the final of the Challenger? (1)

2. Bad 6:52-10:22: There were three tournaments throughout the year where Andy failed to win a match. One was the infamous match v Tsitsipas in New York, another was the Dominik Koepfer match in Paris - where was the other match and who did he play? (1 for the venue, 1 for the player)

3. Bad 9:22-10:22: Andy was scheduled to play the Miami Open but ended up being sidelined until the grass-season started three months later. What was the injury he sustained? (1)

4. Andy 10:22-13:02: We didn’t see Andy on-court until the Rome Masters where he took part in the doubles. Can you tell me who he paired up with? (1)

Grass-Season and Olympics

5. Good 13:02-16:00: Name this match. ***Listen to soundbite in episode*** (1)

6. Andy 16:00-17:58: Queen's was followed by an inspired Wimbledon showing. His first-round match was unforgettable for every reason. Who did he beat? (1)

7. Bad 17:58-20:00: Andy suffered his most one-sided Wimbledon loss to Denis Shapovalov. How many games did he win? (1)

8. Bad 20:00-23:18: Which two players did Andy lose to in the Olympic doubles? (1 per player)

American Hard-Court Swing

9. Good 23:18-25:22: Which player did Andy play the most in 2021? (1)

10. Bad 25:22-26:32: In Winston Salem, Andy lost another tight match to Frances Tiafoe, losing three set points in the first set. Complete the quote: “It's frustrating because if I wasn't moving great and not feeling good physically then I would be a bit easier on myself. My level is around _____ or _____ in the world.” (1)

11. Andy 26:32-29:15: Complete the tweet: “It takes ____ twice as long to ____ as it takes Jeff Bezos to go to space. Interesting.” (2)

12. Bad 29:15-31:35: In Metz, Hubert Hurkacz reared his ugly head again. Which of these Andy-stats is untrue? (1)

A. 0 of 4 break points converted.
B. 80% of 1st serves won.
C. 33% of 2nd serve return points won.

13. Bad 31:35-33:15: Can you remember who Andy lost to in San Diego? (1)

14. Andy 33:15-35:10: Describe what’s happening here. ***Listen to soundbite in episode*** (1)

15. Andy 35:10-37:15: Which match is Andy describing in the following tweet?: “Fuck.” (1)

Peak Performance

16. Good 37:15-39:34: Andy won a phenomenal match over Tiafoe, playing three tiebreaks over 3 hours 45 minutes, his first three-tiebreak match and the longest best of three match of his career. Can you name Andy’s previous longest best of three match (multi-choice below)? (1)

A. Win over Tommy Robredo in the Vienna final in 2014.
B. Loss to Rafael Nadal at the World Tour Finals in 2010.
C. Win over Milos Raonic at the World Tour Finals in 2016.

17. Good 39:34-41:50: Andy finally beat Hurkacz (ranked #10) in Vienna. Which of these options best describes the match point Andy won? (1)

A. Ace out wide.
B. Backhand down the line winner.
C. Serve and forehand drop shot winner.

18. Bad 41:50-44:50: Andy squandered seven match points against Dominik Koepfer at the Paris Masters. His previous record was five match points lost - can you name the player and the event? (2)

19. Good 44:50-47:24: Finally, in Stockholm, Andy beat Jannik Sinner, arguably his best match to date. Can you name the player he beat in the first round, however? (1)

Overall

20. Andy 47:24-50:52: Which of these stats has suffered the biggest dip this year from his career average? (0.5 for choosing serve/return correctly + 0.5 for the correct answer)

A. 1st Serve Won %
B. 2nd Serve Won %
C. 1st Serve Return Won %
D. 2nd Serve Return Won %]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47998751Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:46:25 +0000Jack EdwardA quiz covering Andy Murray's mixed season, including the highlights, the heartbreakers and all the typical 'Andy' moments in between. Early Season and Injury 1. Good 3:10-6:52: Andy started the season with a bang in one of the 100 Challengers in...
Early Season and Injury

1. Good 3:10-6:52: Andy started the season with a bang in one of the 100 Challengers in Biella. Who did Andy lose to in the final of the Challenger? (1)

2. Bad 6:52-10:22: There were three tournaments throughout the year where Andy failed to win a match. One was the infamous match v Tsitsipas in New York, another was the Dominik Koepfer match in Paris - where was the other match and who did he play? (1 for the venue, 1 for the player)

3. Bad 9:22-10:22: Andy was scheduled to play the Miami Open but ended up being sidelined until the grass-season started three months later. What was the injury he sustained? (1)

4. Andy 10:22-13:02: We didn’t see Andy on-court until the Rome Masters where he took part in the doubles. Can you tell me who he paired up with? (1)

Grass-Season and Olympics

5. Good 13:02-16:00: Name this match. ***Listen to soundbite in episode*** (1)

6. Andy 16:00-17:58: Queen's was followed by an inspired Wimbledon showing. His first-round match was unforgettable for every reason. Who did he beat? (1)

7. Bad 17:58-20:00: Andy suffered his most one-sided Wimbledon loss to Denis Shapovalov. How many games did he win? (1)

8. Bad 20:00-23:18: Which two players did Andy lose to in the Olympic doubles? (1 per player)

American Hard-Court Swing

9. Good 23:18-25:22: Which player did Andy play the most in 2021? (1)

10. Bad 25:22-26:32: In Winston Salem, Andy lost another tight match to Frances Tiafoe, losing three set points in the first set. Complete the quote: “It's frustrating because if I wasn't moving great and not feeling good physically then I would be a bit easier on myself. My level is around _____ or _____ in the world.” (1)

11. Andy 26:32-29:15: Complete the tweet: “It takes ____ twice as long to ____ as it takes Jeff Bezos to go to space. Interesting.” (2)

12. Bad 29:15-31:35: In Metz, Hubert Hurkacz reared his ugly head again. Which of these Andy-stats is untrue? (1)

A. 0 of 4 break points converted.
B. 80% of 1st serves won.
C. 33% of 2nd serve return points won.

13. Bad 31:35-33:15: Can you remember who Andy lost to in San Diego? (1)

14. Andy 33:15-35:10: Describe what’s happening here. ***Listen to soundbite in episode*** (1)

15. Andy 35:10-37:15: Which match is Andy describing in the following tweet?: “Fuck.” (1)

Peak Performance

16. Good 37:15-39:34: Andy won a phenomenal match over Tiafoe, playing three tiebreaks over 3 hours 45 minutes, his first three-tiebreak match and the longest best of three match of his career. Can you name Andy’s previous longest best of three match (multi-choice below)? (1)

A. Win over Tommy Robredo in the Vienna final in 2014.
B. Loss to Rafael Nadal at the World Tour Finals in 2010.
C. Win over Milos Raonic at the World Tour Finals in 2016.

17. Good 39:34-41:50: Andy finally beat Hurkacz (ranked #10) in Vienna. Which of these options best describes the match point Andy won? (1)

A. Ace out wide.
B. Backhand down the line winner.
C. Serve and forehand drop shot winner.

18. Bad 41:50-44:50: Andy squandered seven match points against Dominik Koepfer at the Paris Masters. His previous record was five match points lost - can you name the player and the event? (2)

19. Good 44:50-47:24: Finally, in Stockholm, Andy beat Jannik Sinner, arguably his best match to date. Can you name the player he beat in the first round, however? (1)

Overall

20. Andy 47:24-50:52: Which of these stats has suffered the biggest dip this year from his career average? (0.5 for choosing serve/return correctly + 0.5 for...]]>3313andy murray,atp,big four,djokovic,federer,hurkacz,koepfer,nadal,raonic,robredo,shapovalov,tennis,tiafoe,wimbledonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-year-end-quiz--47910379
Questions and number of points awarded below - try and limit yourself to 20 seconds a question if you can!

1:54-3:29: On the men’s side, there were 14 big events i.e. Slams, Masters, ATP Finals and Olympics. 10 of these 14 events were won by Djokovic, Medvedev or Zverev. Can you name the other four players to win these big events (Miami, Monte-Carlo, Rome and Indian Wells)? (4)

3:29-5:23: At the French Open, Djokovic won that unforgettable match against Nadal in the semis. He was on the ropes at times, however - can you name the two players he was down two sets to love against? (2)

5:23-6:26: What was the name of Medvedev’s US Open celebration? (1) 

6:26-7:52: Who was the only male player to win multiple Masters titles this year? (1) 

7:52-9:48: Ash Barty won three big titles in Miami, Cincinnati and Wimbledon. Can you name the only other female player besides Barty to win multiple big events? (1)

Most Improved Players

9:48-12:15: Who won the most ranking points on clay this season: Djokovic, Tsitsipas or Nadal? (1)

12:15-13:43: Which male player won the most titles on clay this year? (1)

13:43-15:31: According to stats taken from the Miami Open this year, which male player has the flattest backhand on tour? (1)

15:31-16:49: Who is Hubert Hurkacz’s head coach? (1)

16:49-19:24: The players with the most titles won this year are Zverev on 6, Ruud and Djokovic 5 - who ties Daniil Medvedev on 4? (1)

19:24-20:29: When combining singles and doubles titles, which female player won the most titles this year? (1)

20:29-22:30: Two female players moved from outside the top-50 to inside the top-10 this season - Barbora Krejcikova and who else? (1)

22:30-24:38: At 12 matches long, which female player boasts the longest match-winning streak of the season? (1)

24:38-27:12: Which female player has reached the most semifinals this season? (1)

Newcomers

27:12-30:20: From oldest to youngest, order these players from the ages they won their first ATP Tour title. Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer? (1 for 3rd & 4th, 1 for 1st & 2nd)

30:20-32:17: Andy Murray described which up-and-coming male player as: “The sort of player I love to watch…lots of variety...high tennis IQ….great in defence…”

32:17-34:02: Emma Raducanu won the US Open at only 18 years old. Who was the last teenager to win a Grand Slam? (1)

34:02-36:05: Who did Raducanu beat in the final of the US Open? (1)

Nearly…

36:05-37:38: Toni Nadal is the coach of which tennis player? (1)

37:38-39:51: Whose 23-match win streak at ATP-500 level was ended by Aslan Karatsev in Dubai this year? (1)

39:51-41:34: Which female player reached three finals this year without winning one title? (1)

41:34-42:38: Who did Elina Svitolina beat to win Olympic bronze in the women’s singles? (1)

What To Expect Next Year

42:38-44:32: Who bagelled Federer this year? (1)

44:32-45:56: Who broke Nadal’s streak of 67 consecutive wins vs opponents ranked outside the top-20? (1)

45:56-49:03: Which female player had the highest first-serve win percentage of this year? (1)

49:03-50:39: Who did Naomi Osaka save match points against in her Australian Open title run? (1)

50:39-53:09: Who is Andy Murray trialling as his new coach after splitting with Jamie Delgado? (1)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47910379Mon, 13 Dec 2021 23:06:58 +0000Jack EdwardGav takes on an end-of-season quiz, covering tour leaders, most improved players, newcomers, those who came close to glory and what to expect next year. Questions and number of points awarded below - try and limit yourself to 20 seconds a question...
Questions and number of points awarded below - try and limit yourself to 20 seconds a question if you can!

1:54-3:29: On the men’s side, there were 14 big events i.e. Slams, Masters, ATP Finals and Olympics. 10 of these 14 events were won by Djokovic, Medvedev or Zverev. Can you name the other four players to win these big events (Miami, Monte-Carlo, Rome and Indian Wells)? (4)

3:29-5:23: At the French Open, Djokovic won that unforgettable match against Nadal in the semis. He was on the ropes at times, however - can you name the two players he was down two sets to love against? (2)

5:23-6:26: What was the name of Medvedev’s US Open celebration? (1) 

6:26-7:52: Who was the only male player to win multiple Masters titles this year? (1) 

7:52-9:48: Ash Barty won three big titles in Miami, Cincinnati and Wimbledon. Can you name the only other female player besides Barty to win multiple big events? (1)

Most Improved Players

9:48-12:15: Who won the most ranking points on clay this season: Djokovic, Tsitsipas or Nadal? (1)

12:15-13:43: Which male player won the most titles on clay this year? (1)

13:43-15:31: According to stats taken from the Miami Open this year, which male player has the flattest backhand on tour? (1)

15:31-16:49: Who is Hubert Hurkacz’s head coach? (1)

16:49-19:24: The players with the most titles won this year are Zverev on 6, Ruud and Djokovic 5 - who ties Daniil Medvedev on 4? (1)

19:24-20:29: When combining singles and doubles titles, which female player won the most titles this year? (1)

20:29-22:30: Two female players moved from outside the top-50 to inside the top-10 this season - Barbora Krejcikova and who else? (1)

22:30-24:38: At 12 matches long, which female player boasts the longest match-winning streak of the season? (1)

24:38-27:12: Which female player has reached the most semifinals this season? (1)

Newcomers

27:12-30:20: From oldest to youngest, order these players from the ages they won their first ATP Tour title. Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer? (1 for 3rd & 4th, 1 for 1st & 2nd)

30:20-32:17: Andy Murray described which up-and-coming male player as: “The sort of player I love to watch…lots of variety...high tennis IQ….great in defence…”

32:17-34:02: Emma Raducanu won the US Open at only 18 years old. Who was the last teenager to win a Grand Slam? (1)

34:02-36:05: Who did Raducanu beat in the final of the US Open? (1)

Nearly…

36:05-37:38: Toni Nadal is the coach of which tennis player? (1)

37:38-39:51: Whose 23-match win streak at ATP-500 level was ended by Aslan Karatsev in Dubai this year? (1)

39:51-41:34: Which female player reached three finals this year without winning one title? (1)

41:34-42:38: Who did Elina Svitolina beat to win Olympic bronze in the women’s singles? (1)

What To Expect Next Year

42:38-44:32: Who bagelled Federer this year? (1)

44:32-45:56: Who broke Nadal’s streak of 67 consecutive wins vs opponents ranked outside the top-20? (1)

45:56-49:03: Which female player had the highest first-serve win percentage of this year? (1)

49:03-50:39: Who did Naomi Osaka save match points against in her Australian Open title run? (1)

50:39-53:09: Who is Andy Murray trialling as his new coach after splitting with Jamie Delgado? (1)]]>3371alcaraz,andy murray,barty,daniil medvedev,djokovic,federer,hurkacz,karatsev,kontaveit,krejcikova,muguruza,nadal,naomi osaka,pliskova,raducanu,ruud,serena williams,svitolina,tsitsipas,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-the-davis-cup--47804747https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47804747Mon, 06 Dec 2021 12:59:23 +0000Jack EdwardMyself and Damian Kust recap everything from the Davis Cup, from Russia's dominant title run to the most surprising upsets and everything in between.3770carreno busta,cilic,davis cup,djokovic,gojo,kecmanovic,kukushkin,lajovic,lopez,lta,machac,medvedev,norrie,rublev,salisbury,struff,team gb,tennis,tiafoe,ymerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-the-wta-and-atp-finals--47589832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47589832Sun, 21 Nov 2021 23:45:08 +0000Jack EdwardWe recap the last week on the tours, including Garbine Muguruza's solid play at the WTA Finals in Guadalajara and Alexander Zverev's impressive wins at the ATP Finals in Turin.2887alexander zverev,andrey rublev,anett kontaveit,atp,atp finals,casper ruud,daniil medvedev,garbine muguruza,hubert hurkacz,jannik sinner,joe salisbury,maria sakkari,nicolas mahut,novak djokovic,paula badosa,rajeev ram,stefanos tsitsipas,tennis,wta,wta finalsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-next-gen-atp-wta-tour-finals-stockholm-and-linz--47486224https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47486224Mon, 15 Nov 2021 17:29:51 +0000Jack EdwardWe recap the last week on the tours, including Carlos Alcaraz's dominance at the Next Gen finals, Tommy Paul's win in Stockholm, Alison Riske's third title in Linz and the ATP & WTA finals so far.2063alexander zverev,alison riske,andy murray,anett kontaveit,atp finals,brandon nakashima,carlos alcaraz,casper ruud,daniil medvedev,denis shapovalov,emma raducanu,garbine muguruza,hubert hurkacz,iga swiatek,maria sakkari,matteo berrettini,next gen,novak djokovic,seb korda,tommy paulfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-paris-masters-and-billie-jean-king-cup--47391022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47391022Tue, 09 Nov 2021 13:48:27 +0000Jack EdwardWe recap the last week on the tours, including Novak Djokovic defeating Daniil Medvedev for his 37th Masters title and Russia's win over Switzerland to claim the Billie Jean King Cup.2916anastasia pavlyuchenkova,angelique kerber,belinda bencic,carlos alcaraz,casper ruud,djokovic,hugo gaston,hurkacz,ludmilla samsonova,medvedev,novak djokovic,paris masters,puetz venus,taylor fritz,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-vienna-courmayeur-st-petersburg-and-transylvania--47259339https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47259339Mon, 01 Nov 2021 15:07:56 +0000Jack EdwardAnother recap of the last week on the tours, including titles for Donna Vekic in Courmayeur, Alexander Zverev in Vienna, Marin Cilic in St. Petersburg and Anett Kontaveit in Transylvania.3011aidan mchugh,alcaraz,andy murray,berrettini,cam norrie,courmayeur,halep,hurkacz,kontaveit,raducanu,rublev,samsonova,st. petersburg,struff,tauson,tiafoe,transylvania open,vekic,vienna open,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-moscow-antwerp-and-tenerife--47140467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47140467Mon, 25 Oct 2021 10:59:36 +0000Jack EdwardWe recap the last week on the tours, including wins for Aslan Karatsev and Anett Kontaveit in Moscow, Jannik Sinner in Antwerp and Ann Li in Tenerife, plus a couple of quiz questions.2900andrey rublev,andy murray,anett kontaveit,ann li,aslan karatsev,atp,clara tauson,diego schwartzman,ekaterina alexandrova,european open,frances tiafoe,garbine muguruza,heather watson,jannik sinner,jenson brooksby,karen khachanov,kremlin cup,marin cilic,osorio serrano,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-indian-wells-review--47029495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47029495Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:35:55 +0000Jack EdwardA review of the Indian Wells Masters including the form of the champions, Cam Norrie and Paula Badosa, plus the men's top five underperforming.2848alexander zverev,andrey rublev,andy murray,cam norrie,carlos alcaraz,daniil medvedev,grigor dimitrov,indian wells,jelena ostapenko,nikoloz basilashvili,ons jabeur,paula badosa,stefanos tsitsipas,taylor fritz,tommy paul,victoria azarenkafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-indian-wells-recap--46920236https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46920236Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:48:59 +0000Jack EdwardA recap of all things Indian Wells so far, including Murray, Musetti, Raducanu, Fernandez, Tiafoe, Evans, Ruud, Anisimova, Muguruza and Swiatek, plus our picks for the tournament.3349amanda anisimova,andrey rublev,andy murray,carlos alcaraz,casper ruud,dan evans,denis shapovalov,elena rybakina,emma raducanu,frances tiafoe,garbine muguruza,iga swiatek,indian wells,leylah fernandez,lorenzo musetti,tommy paulfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-san-diego-sofia-chicago-and-nur-sultan--46815732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46815732Mon, 04 Oct 2021 14:46:25 +0000Jack EdwardI recap what happened last week on the tours, including wins for Ruud in San Diego, Sinner in Sofia, Muguruza in Chicago and Van Uytvanck in Nur-Sultan, plus a look at the wildcards in Indian Wells.2149andy murray,astana open,cam norrie,casper ruud,chicago falls,gael monfils,garbine muguruza,indian wells,jannik sinner,ons jabeur,san diego,sofia open,van uytvanck,yulia putintsevafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-metz-nur-sultan-ostrava-and-the-laver-cup--46706551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46706551Mon, 27 Sep 2021 12:08:28 +0000Jack EdwardWe recap the last week on the tours, including wins for Hurkacz in Metz, Soon-Woo Kwon in Nur-Sultan and Kontaveit in Ostrava, plus we take a look at how the Laver Cup panned out.3181alexander zverev,andy murray,anett kontaveit,astana open,carreno busta,cristian garin,emma raducanu,hubert hurkacz,james duckworth,laver cup,maria sakkari,moselle open,ostrava open,simona halep,soon-woo kwonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-us-open-final-review--46608248https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46608248Tue, 21 Sep 2021 10:02:42 +0000Jack EdwardThe last in a series of four OTL episodes covering the US Open. Our thoughts on the men's and women's finals, what's happened since then and a rant on the Laver Cup.2349andy murray,atp,clara tauson,daniil medvedev,emma raducanu,laver cup,leylah fernandez,novak djokovic,us open,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-us-open-final-preview--46475228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46475228Sat, 11 Sep 2021 14:46:44 +0000Jack EdwardA recap of the US Open men's and women's semifinals including Raducanu's set-streak, Sabalenka's meltdown, Djokovic's imperial march and Medvedev's exceptional level, plus a preview of both finals.3367alexander zverev,aryna sabalenka,daniil medvedev,djokovic,emma raducanu,leylah fernandez,maria sakkari,novak djokovic,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-us-open-recap--46396976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46396976Mon, 06 Sep 2021 11:37:31 +0000Jack EdwardA recap of everything that's happened in the US Open so far plus men's and women's singles fourth round and quarterfinal predictions.3560alexander zverev,andy murray,aryna sabalenka,ash barty,belinda bencic,carlos alcaraz,daniil medvedev,emma raducanu,iga swiatek,jenson brooksby,karolina pliskova,leylah fernandez,matteo berrettini,novak djokovic,reilly opelka,shelby rogers,stefanos tsitsipas,us openfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-us-open-preview--46296287https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46296287Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:11:15 +0000Jack EdwardZverev and Barty win at the Cincinnati Masters, some 250-level tournaments and a preview of the US Open, including wild cards, qualifiers and our picks for dark horses, early exits and champions.6606alexander zverev,andrey rublev,angelique kerber,aryna sabalenka,ash barty,barty,daniil medvedev,flushing meadows,grand slam,jil teichmann,karolina pliskova,kerber,novak djokovic,us open,winston salem,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-canadian-masters-review-and-cincinnati-preview--46159357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46159357Mon, 30 Aug 2021 10:15:36 +0000Jack EdwardDaniil Medvedev the giant-slayer in Toronto, Camila Giorgi's impressive run in Montreal, Jack and Gav's picks for Cincinatti and a wee quiz in tribute of Gael Monfils's 500th tour-level win.2838alexander zverev,andrey rublev,atp,cincinnati masters,daniil medvedev,stefanos tsitsipas,tennis,tennis podcast,toronto masters,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-citi-open-review-toronto-preview--46050765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46050765Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:22:00 +0000Jack EdwardJannik Sinner's win at the Citi Open, Jenson Brooksby's top 100 debut, Rafa's hard court injury woes, back-to-back titles for Danielle Collins and a preview of Toronto.2335citi open,danielle collins,jannik sinner,jenson brooksby,rafael nadal,tennis,tennis podcast,toronto masters,washingtonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-tennis-at-the-olympics-review--45936097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45936097Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:15:21 +0000Jack EdwardJack and Gav review tennis at the Olympics, discussing medal winners and the best matches of the week, plus Gav takes a tough quiz on Olympic tennis.2552bencic,djokovic,khachanov,olympics,rybakina,svitolina,tennis,vondrousova,zverevfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-tennis-at-the-olympics-preview--45826957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45826957Sat, 24 Jul 2021 15:40:03 +0000Jack EdwardJack and Gav preview the Olympic Tennis draw, overviewing the hefty number of withdrawals, discussing their men’s and women’s singles semifinals picks and chatting about some of the doubles prospects.3145atp,djokovic,murray,olympics,tennis,wtafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-wimbledon-review--45679190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45679190Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:05:49 +0000Jack EdwardJack and Gav review the last fortnight at Wimbledon, covering Novak Djokovic and Ash Barty, some of the matches of the tournament and the future for some of the players.2433andy murray,ash barty,novak djokovic,roger federer,wimbledon,wimbledon 2021,wimbledon reviewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-wimbledon-semifinal-picks--45572593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45572593Sun, 04 Jul 2021 19:13:41 +0000Jack EdwardJack and Sam talk Wimbledon on the middle Sunday, covering the slippery courts, Andy Murray, the British contingent and their picks for the men's and women's semifinalists.2705andy murray,ash barty,coco gauff,daniil medvedev,djokovic,federer,hubert hurkacz,hurkacz,on the line,serena williams,tennis podcast,wimbledon,wimbledon prediction,wimbledon previewfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-wimbledon-draw-preview--45466382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45466382Sun, 27 Jun 2021 14:29:48 +0000Jack EdwardJack and Gav muddle through the Wimbledon men's and women's draws covering first-round highlights and their picks for projected quarter-finalists.3702atp,barty,djokovic,federer,murray,novak,serena,sw19,swiatek,tennis,wimbledon,wtafalsefull