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Katie Smith is joined by correspondent Russell Fuller and former ATP Tour winner Ryan Harrison to analyse Alex Zverev's victory in the men's singles final at Roland Garros.We hear from Zverev, and ask whether this first Grand Slam victory can help him close the gap to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. They also look at what Flavio Cobolli will have learned from this experience and reflect on a fascinating fortnight in Paris.TIMECODES 01:00 Story of the match 05:30 How does Zverev bridge the gap to Sinner and Alcaraz? 09:00 Zverev's reaction to his victory 13:45 Cobolli's performance in his first final 15:55 Final reflections on the tournament

Katie Smith, Russell Fuller and Ryan Harrison look back on Mirra Andreeva's victory in the French Open singles final, her first Grand Slam title.They ask whether Andreeva can now be considered as one of the elite singles players of the game, and also at the impact coach Conchita Martinez has had on the Russian.There's also a look at what comes next for Maja Chwalinska after her fairytale run to the final. And the team preview Sunday's men's singles final, asking whether Alex Zverev can pick up his first Grand Slam, as he takes on Italy's Flavio Cobolli.TIMECODES 03:30 Andreeva post-final reaction 08:30 Is Andreeva now one of the women's elite? 13:00 Conchita Martinez's influence on Andreeva 16:00 Maja Chwalinska's fairytale run to the final 21:00 Look ahead to Zverev v Cobolli

Russell Fuller presents reaction to Alex Zverev's semi-final win over Jakub Mensik at Roland Garros to reach a fourth Grand Slam final. Can he go one step further and win a major title for the first time? There was an unexpected twist in the other semi-final as Matteo Arnaldi withdrew shortly before the start with illness. That meant Flavio Cobolli advanced to his first Grand Slam final. We hear from both players on the day's events.TIMECODES 00:40 Reaction to Zverev beating Mensik 05:00 Zverev: "I'm happy to be back at this stage." 07:35 Matteo Arnaldi on his withdrawal 09:30 Cobolli on facing Zverev

Could we see a qualifier win a Grand Slam for just the second time? Russell Fuller, Naomi Broady and Abigail Johnson have reaction to Maja Chwalinska moving one step closer to emulating Emma Raducanu with an imperious victory over Diana Shnaider in the semi-finals at Roland Garros.Meanwhile, eighth seed Mirra Andreeva also made a Grand Slam final for the first time, dropping just four games in beating the in-form Marta Kostyuk. We hear from Andreeva on how she's changed her mentality to take her game to the next level. TIMECODES 0:45 Composed Chwalinska reaches the final 04:00 Chwalinska's tactics 05:50 Andreeva makes her first Grand Slam final 07:20 Andreeva's mentality 09:00 The impact of Conchita Martinez

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller, Naomi Broady and Jamie Murray as World Number 1 Aryna Sabalenka becomes the latest big name upset at this year's French Open after defeat to Diana Schnaider. Did Sabalenka want it too much? They discuss that, Shnaider's remarkable turnaround, and the opportunity ahead for qualifier Maja Chwalińska who beat Anna Kalinskaya to book her place in the final four. Matteo Arnaldi reflects on setting up an all-Italian semi-final against Flavio Cobolli after they came through their quarter finals. And Yannik Noah shares his excitement for the next generation of players coming through including Moise Kouame, who captured the imagination of French fans at Roland Garros with his run to the third round. Timecodes: 00:24 – Aryna Sabalenka on her quarter final exit 11:02 – Diana Shnaider on her remarkable comeback 16:43 – Matteo Arnaldi interview 24:46 – Felix Auger-Aliassime reflects on a painful exit to Flavio Cobolli 32:30 – Yannik Noah on Moise Kouame

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller, Naomi Broady and Daniela Hauntuchova react to Jakub Mensik's thrilling three set win over Joao Fonseca to reach the French Open semi-finals. What does that mean for Alexander Zverev, the highest seed remaining in the men's draw, who awaits in the final four? Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk discusses competing against the backdrop of war at home as she and Mirra Andreeva book their semi-final spots from an all-eastern European last eight.Plus, is the role of weight-loss medication in Serena William's return to competitive tennis a concern for the sport? Timecodes: 00:07 – A statement performance from Jakub Mensik 03:57 – Does Zverev's mental scar tissue give Mensik the upper hand? 05:15 – Marta Kostyuk on dealing with the mental strain of the war in Ukraine 09:01 – The strength of eastern European women's tennis 14:58 – Serena William's return

Katie Smith, Russell Fuller and Grand Slam winning doubles coach Dan Kiernan react to world number one Aryna Sabalenka booking her place in the quarterfinals with victory of Naomi Osaka in the night match. Plus, we hear from Matteo Berrettini who is back in the last 8 of a Slam after years of injury troubles.TIMECODES01'10: The first women's night match at Roland‑Garros for three years08'12: Will Sabalenka go all the way?11'11: Quarter‑final lineup12'04: Berrettini the oldest remaining man in the draw13'16: Berrettini post‑injury discussion

Russell Fuller and Ryan Harrison react to the biggest stories from Day 8 at Roland Garros.Teenage Brazilian Joao Fonseca backed up his stunning win over Novak Djokovic with another impressive performance - this time against 2-time finalist Casper Ruud to reach the quarter finals.In the women's draw, 4-time champion Iga Swiatek's struggles continue as she's beaten by Marta Kostyuk - meaning there'll be a new winner in both singles draws at this year's French Open.To listen to French Open Daily, just search ‘Tennis' on BBC Sounds.TIMECODES: 00:19 - Fonseca through 02:58 - Mensik comes through another marathon match 04:37 - Jodar sets up Zverev clash 08:02 - Swiatek dumped out by Kostyuk 14:09 - Round up of other results

Russell Fuller and Annabel Croft on a shock Coco Gauff loss in the third round and a round four Sabalenka/Osaka showdown.TIMECODES00'42 — Gauff exits round three of Roland-Garros 02'55 — Sabalenka/Osaka showdown in round four 04'14 — Sabalenka/Osaka presser audio 04'38 — French 17‑year‑old Moise Koame exits in round three 06'40 — Cerúndolo & Svajda take part in a 5 hr 40 min tennis battle 08'25 — Who is the men's singles favourite now?

A memorable day's play at Roland Garros as Novak Djokovic is beaten in a five-set epic by Brazilian wonderkid Joao Fonseca. Gigi Salmon and Russell Fuller are joined by Annabel Croft and Jamie Murray to discuss the fallout of the 24-time Grand Slam winner being knocked out. Plus, there's a powerful interview with Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova ahead of her third round match.Timecodes: 00:43 Annabel Croft's reaction to Djokovic's exit 02:43 Joao Fonseca on-court interview 05:28 Djokovic press conference 09:25 Jamie Murray on the hot conditions 13:30 Who will win the men's tournament? 13:58 Meet Moise Kouame 20:17 Oleksandra Oliynykova interview

Abigail Johnson, Russell Fuller and Annabel Croft look back on a shock exit for world number one Jannik Sinner in the heat of Paris and discuss the possible return of Serena Williams.TIMECODES 00:13 Sinner shock exit.01:40 Sinner less able to deal with the heat.10:12 Championship now wide open.14:35 Serena Williams return?To listen to French Open Daily, just search ‘Tennis' on BBC Sounds.

Katie Smith, Russell Fuller and Grand Slam finalist and former British number one Greg Rusedeski look back on a shock exit for Elena Rybakina, another early British defeat, and a wild story involving Alejandro Davidovich Fokina's coach.TIMECODES00:38: Elena Rybakina's defeat07:05: Novak Djokovic progresses11:33: Fran Jones' exit11:50: Fran Jones post match interview 16:48: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina coach fall out

Katie Smith, Abigail Johnson and Annabel Croft look back on the British men's exit, Daniil Medvedev — a former world number one — being knocked out of Roland-Garros seven times, and 17‑year‑old Moise Kouame reaching the second round.TIMECODES00:20: Cameron Norrie retires from opening round.02:18: Cameron Norrie speaking to Russell Fuller.07:00: Medvedev knocked out of Roland-Garros at the earliest opportunity for the seventh time.11:12: Moise Kouame, 17‑year‑old French star, making history.12:09: Moise Kouame post‑match interview.16:30: Sabalenka questioned over prize‑money stance and diamonds.To listen to French Open Daily, just search ‘Tennis' on BBC Sounds. Coverage continues on Wednesday 27th May — we will be on 5 Sports Extra and BBC Sounds from 1pm UK time with commentary of Elina Svitolina, Elena Rybakina, followed by Novak Djokovic against Frenchman Valentin Royer and Britain's Francesca Jones.

Katie Smith, Russell Fuller and Leon Smith look back on former champion Stan Wawrinka's final French Open campaign ending and British qualifier Toby Samuel beaten in straight sets by Alex de Minaur.But there was success for Britain's Katie Boulter, who goes into the second round.TIMECODES00:36 Wawrinka bids farewell to French Open03:39 Wawrinka interview post match06:42 Toby Samuel French Open debut08:10 Toby Samuel Interview post matchTo listen to French Open Daily, just search ‘Tennis' on BBC Sounds. Coverage begins from 1pm on Tuesday 26th May - British number one Cameron Norrie in his first-round match….following that a combination of Lois Boisson v Anna Kalinskaya and last year's French Open winner Coco Gauff begins her title defence.

Katie Smith, Russell Fuller and Annabel Croft look back on the opening day of the French Open. We hear from Emma Raducanu after her straight sets exit on Day One.But there was success for Britain's Fran Jones, who came from behind to win at a Grand Slam for the first time. And Novak Djokovic was pushed hard by home favourite Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard before prevailing in four sets. Can he pose a serious threat at this tournament?TIMECODES 01:00 "Nightclub Novak" fights his way into Round Two04:00 Emma Raducanu exits on Day One06:45 Raducanu interview with Russell Fuller10:40 Fran Jones wins for the first time at a Grand Slam15:50 Marta Kostyuk's emotional winTo listen to French Open Daily, just search ‘Tennis' on BBC Sounds. Coverage begins from 1pm on Monday 25 May, featuring Katie Boulter, Stan Wawrinka and Elena Rybakina's matches.

Jannik Sinner is the best tennis player in the world but else do you know about him? BBC Sport has travelled across Italy to tell his story from the foot of the Dolomites to the top of world tennis. Featuring interviews with his first coach, the men who guided him into the top 10, and the owner of a local bar where Sinner matches are watched all hours of day and night.02:02 - Introduction and descriptions of Jannik Sinner's home town 05:59 - Interview with Andreas Schönegger - Sinner's first ever coach 17:00 - Tracing Sinner's journey across Italy to the Piatti academy 19:56 - Interview with Riccardo Piatti - Sinner's first full-time coach 34:36 - Andrea Volpini on the decision for Sinner not to play junior Grand Slams 42:22 - Sinner Grand Slam winning era with Darren Cahill and Simone Vagnozzi 54:16 - Interview with a bar owner in Sinner's home town where local people gather to watch matches

Russell Fuller and French Open doubles champion Ryan Harrison are in Paris to react to the singles draws. Plus, the latest on how players are looking to put pressure on Grand Slam organisers in the ongoing debate over prize money.Timecodes: 00:35 - British players will all face unseeded opponents in round 1 01:29 - Emma Raducanu re-uniting with Andrew Richardson 02:43 - Toby Samuel set to make Grand Slam main draw debut having risen over 1000 places in the world rankings 03:31 - Is the men's title Jannik Sinner's to lose? 05:59 - Players to limit the amount of time they will speak to the media

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All the reaction from Augusta as Rory McIlroy becomes the fourth golfer to win consecutive green jackets at The Masters. Mark Chapman presents reaction with Iain Carter, Trish Johnson, Katherine Downes, Andrew Magee and Alistair Bruce-Ball as they react to the final round of the 90th Masters which saw Rory McIlroy win for the second year in a row. Plus, hear from the man himself.

Gigi Salmon, Russell Fuller, Pat Cash and Annabel Croft react to an historic day in Melbourne which saw Carlos Alcaraz become the youngest player to complete the Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old. The Spaniard went one set down to Novak Djokovic, himself chasing a record 25th Grand Slam title, but Alcaraz powered through to beat the 38-year-old Serb and win his maiden major championship in Melbourne. Hear from the team at the Rod Laver Arena as well as both finalists.Timecodes: 0:30 - Carlos Alcaraz makes history 3:00 - Djokovic's quick start 4:10 - Djokovic interview 7:45 - Alcaraz interview 11:00 - How Carlos has dealt with split from coach Juan Carlos Ferrero 13:15 - When Rafa Nadal set the record for youngest Grand Slam winner 14:00 - Rafa watching from the stands 15:00 - Could Alcaraz pass the all-time Grand Slam record? 17:15 -  'Superhuman' Djokovic competing in a final at 38

Gigi Salmon, Russell Fuller, Pat Cash and Annabel Croft react as Elena Rybakina beat world number one Aryna Sabalenka in Melbourne to win the Australian Open women's singles title for the first time in her career and secure her second Grand Slam title. In the deciding set Rybakina was 3-0 down to Sabalenka before staging a remarkable comeback, winning the next five games to claim the first Grand Slam singles title of the season. The team also look ahead to a historic men's singles final on Sunday which will either see Carlos Alcaraz become the youngest player to complete the career Grand Slam or Novak Djokovic crowned as the oldest player to win an men's singles Grand Slam title and the first to win 25 majors.Timecodes: 0:15 - Rybakina wins her second Grand Slam title 3:30 - What went wrong for Sabalenka? 12:30 - Previewing the men's singles final: Carlos Alcaraz v Novak Djokovic 16:30 - How will both players deal with recovery from five set semi-finals

Gigi Salmon, Russell Fuller, Pat Cash and Annabel Croft review a dramatic day of men's singles semi-final action, where both Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz required five sets to beat Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev respectively. Alcaraz battled through a controversial cramp injury whilst Djokovic beat the reigning champion to reach his 38th Grand Slam final at the age of 38. Plus, the team react to the news that Emma Raducanu has split from her coach Francis Roig.1:00 - Novak Djokovic beats Jannik Sinner 8:00 - Novak Djokovic's Interview 9:45 - Carlos Alcaraz Interview 12:00 - How Alexander Zverev lost having served for the match 21:30 - Emma Raducanu splits with coach Francis Roig

Gigi Salmon and Russell Fuller are joined by Annabel Croft and Pat Cash as they review the semi-finals of the women's singles at the Australian Open. Aryna Sabalenka beat Elina Svitolina to reach her fourth Australian Open final in a row, whilst Elena Rybakina beat Jessica Pegula in straight sets to end her three year long wait for a Grand Slam final and to set up a rematch of the 2023 final.They also discuss the odd incident where the umpire called hindrance on Sabalenka during the first set, whether Serena Williams is teasing a comeback and Neal Skupski keeping the flag waving for the Brits as he makes it to the men's doubles final in Melbourne.1:00 - Why so many straight sets matches? 3:00 - Elena Rybakina makes her first final in three years 7:00 - Sabalenka makes her seventh consecutive hard court Grand Slam final 9:00 - Sabalenka hindrance incident 12:30 - Sabalenka gives her thoughts on the hindrance call 15:50 - Will Serena Williams make a comeback? 19:45 - Neal Skupski into doubles final

Gigi Salmon is joined by Annabel Croft, Mark Woodforde and Abigail Johnson at Rod Laver Arena to reflect on a dramatic second day of Australian Open quarter-finals. Novak Djokovic reaches his 13th Australian Open semi-final after Lorenzo Musetti retires injured despite leading by two sets, raising questions about Djokovic's form and fitness.Defending champion Jannik Sinner books his place in the last four with a straight-sets win over Ben Shelton, while Elena Rybakina ends Iga Swiatek's career Grand Slam bid and Jessica Pegula continues her run with victory over Amanda Anisimova.Timecodes:02:01 – Djokovic progresses after Musetti injury 09:12 – Sinner into the semis despite some shaky moments 15:01 – Rybakina ends Swiatek's Grand Slam hopes 19:52 – Pegula books her semi-final spot

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller and Pat Cash to react to Carlos Alcaraz reaching his first Australian Open semi-final with a straight-sets win over Alex De Minaur.They also discuss Coco Gauff's heavy defeat to Elina Svitolina, Aryna Sabalenka's relentless form, and the impact of extreme heat in Melbourne.Timecodes:00:31 – How the heat shaped the day 03:46 – Alcaraz reaches his first Australian Open semi-final 09:40 – Zverev sets up the last-four clash 11:13 – Coco Gauff's shock exit 13:16 – Gauff on smashing her racket 15:26 – Sabalenka marches into the semi-finals

Gigi Salmon, Russell Fuller and Mark Woodforde wrap up Day 9 at the Australian Open, where history is made with the top six seeds in both singles draws all reaching the quarter-finals.We run through a star-studded last eight, discuss the rise of the American women, hear from Jessica Pegula after her win over Madison Keys, and look ahead to brutal heat and a huge test for Alex De Minaur against Carlos Alcaraz.Timecodes: 01:11 – All top seeds reach the quarter-finals 05:55 – American women dominate the last eight 07:38 – Jessica Pegula speaks to Russell Fuller 13:10 – Extreme heat forecast for Tuesday 16:40 – Woodforde predicts De Minaur v Alcaraz

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller and Annabel Croft to wrap up Day 8 at the Australian Open with Carlos Alcaraz's serve in the spotlight and whether it's been modelled on Novak Djokovic.Djokovic himself has a walkover into the last eight but what does Alex De Minaur's run means for the home fans?There's also chat on Aryna Sabalenka's record-breaking tie-break streak and the rapid rise of American teenager Iva Jovic.Timecodes:01:49 – Why Alcaraz is still Annabel's title favourite04:01 – Is Alcaraz modelling his serve on Djokovic?05:03 – Alcaraz reflects on his improved serve07:59 – Djokovic moves straight into the quarter-finals12:16 – Is Alex De Minaur ready for the next step?17:04 – Sabalenka thriving in the pressure moments18:15 – Teenager Iva Jovic reaches the last eight19:15 – Could Serena make a comeback?

Gigi Salmon and Russell Fuller are joined by 1987 Wimbledon Champion Pat Cash to review day seven of the action from the 2026 Australian Open. Naomi Osaka withdrew from the competition due to injury, whilst Jannik Sinner benefited from the extreme heat in Melbourne, which he admitted helped him beat American Eliot Spizzirri. Meanwhile Novak Djokovic added yet another record to the history books with his 400th win in Grand Slam competitions to advance to round four, whilst Stan Wawrinka, a former Australian Open Champion in 2014 waved goodbye as he exited the tournament for the final time.2:00 - Naomi Osaka withdraws due to injury 6:00 - Heat problems save struggling Sinner 11:45 - Jannik Sinner interview 14:00 - Novak Djokovic gets his 400th Grand Slam win 17:15 - Stan Wawrinka exits last Australian Open

Gigi Salmon, Russell Fuller and Grand Slam winning coach Dan Kiernan break down the sixth day of the Australian Open. Cameron Norrie exited at the hands of Alex Zverev, leaving no British players left in the singles competitions. Dan gives his response to if British tennis is punching below its weight. We also hear from Jamie Murray on the defeat of British doubles pair Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool.Yulia Putintseva aired her annoyance with the crowd after her win over Zeynep Sönmez, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka make it through and how will the players deal with the extreme heat expected over the coming days.1:00 - Norrie loses to Zverev 4:00 - Cam Norrie Interview 5:00 - Assessing a disappointing Australian Open for the British singles players 6:30 - Dan Kiernan on whether British tennis punching below its weight 12:49 - Jamie Murray reacts to doubles loss 14:15 - Yulia Putintseva issues with the crowd 18:15 - Alcaraz and Sabalenka go through 19:20 - Getting prepared for the extreme heat

Gigi Salmon, Russell Fuller and wheelchair tennis Grand Slam champion Andy Lapthorne discuss day five of the 2026 Australian Open from Melbourne. Stan Wawrinka won a marathon five-set match over Arthur Gea to reach the third round in his final Australian Open at the age of 40, and there was shock in store too with qualifier Nikola Bartunkova beating tenth seed Belinda Bencic in the women's singles.The team also react to the post-match exchange between Sorana Cirstea and Naomi Osaka, and Gigi's look for a 5 Live tennis fashion correspondent continues.

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller and and Grand Slam winning coach Dan Kiernan to analyse Emma Raducanu's Australian Open exit after a straight-sets defeat to Anastasia Potapova. We break down how the match unfolded, hear Raducanu's post-match reflections, and assess her comments about not feeling at her best. There's discussion around her rebuilt forehand, recent coaching changes, scheduling concerns and what comes next, alongside wider questions about expectations, progress and where her game currently stands.

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller and former world number six Chanda Rubin on Rod Laver Arena to review day three at the Australian Open as the first round comes to an end. We discuss Naomi Osaka's dramatic win, her striking on-court outfit and what the performance tells us about her prospects this fortnight. There's also analysis of defending champion Madison Keys battling past Oleksandra Oliynykova, including the remarkable story behind the Ukrainian qualifier, plus a look at the early exits for Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal.Timecodes:00:50 – Naomi Osaka survives a thriller 02:48 – Osaka's striking on-court outfit 05:46 – Madison Keys progresses as defending champion 07:10 – The remarkable story of the Ukrainian qualifier 12:48 – A tough day for the British players

Gigi Salmon is joined by Russell Fuller, Abigail Johnson and Mark Woodforde to review day two of the Australian Open. We assess Novak Djokovic's efficient win, straight-set victories for the leading seeds, Stan Wawrinka's first Australian Open win in five years, and a difficult day for the British players, before asking whether Daniil Medvedev can work his way back towards his best.Timecodes: 01:57 – Novak Djokovic analysis 05:38 – Wawrinka rolls back the years 09:14 – A tough day for the Brits 10:46 – Fran Jones reflects with Russell Fuller 14:35 – Daniil Medvedev and the road back

Gigi Salmon is joined by tennis correspondent Russell Fuller and 1987 Wimbledon champion Pat Cash to review a standout opening day at the Australian Open. They analyse a perfect start for the British players, with Emma Raducanu winning in straight sets, Cameron Norrie battling through a five-set match, and Arthur Fery claiming his first overseas Grand Slam victory.There's also discussion of commanding straight-set wins for world number ones Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka on Rod Laver Arena, and reflection on a dramatic near-miss for 45-year-old Venus Williams, who came agonisingly close to a first Grand Slam match win in over four years.Timecodes: 4:08 – Arthur Fery on his breakthrough win 5:59 – Emma Raducanu's disrupted preparation 8:40 – Raducanu analysed with Russell Fuller 11:43 – Cameron Norrie battles through in five sets 12:40 – Venus Williams comes agonisingly close 16:52 – Sabalenka's standout outfit on Rod Laver Arena 19:30 – The pressure facing Carlos Alcaraz

Gigi Salmon is joined by tennis correspondent Russell Fuller and 2013 Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli to reflect on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz meeting in three epic Grand Slam finals in 2025. We explore how the two best players in the world took their level and their rivalry to new heights - including delivering one of the greatest matches ever played to decide the French Open.

Steve Crossman is joined by; Naomi Broady, who spent 13 years on the WTA Tour, current British player Jodie Burrage, 1987 Wimbledon champion Pat Cash, 2017 French Open doubles champion Ryan Harrison and BBC Tennis correspondent Russell Fuller to preview the 2026 Australian Open. How will Carlos Alcaraz fair in his first Slam without coach Juan Carlos Ferrero? Will we finally see a Grand Slam final between the top two female players in the world: Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek? How optimistic can we be about British performances?And who do the panel think have the potential to overcome Sinner or Alcaraz to take the men's title? Timecodes: 2'05 Carlos Alcaraz 10'56 Sabalenka and Swiatek 16'16 British hopes 26'30 Ryan Harrison joins + American chat 39'20 Rise in prize money  42'08 Pat Cash joins 46'53 Who can beat Alcaraz or Sinner?  53'16 Djokovic

The tournament begins on Sunday January 18th and Tennis Breakfast will be live on Sports Extra and BBC Sounds every morning from 7am to bring you commentary of the best of the night session action as well as getting you up to date with everything that happened while you were sleeping.There will also be live text commentaries, features and previews each day via the BBC Sport website and app.Pre-tournament episodes: Friday 16th January: Australian Open preview Saturday 17th January: 'Sinner v Alcaraz: Thirteen Sets' - a look back at the three epic Grand Slam finals Sinner and Alcaraz contested in 2025.

Ryder cup legend Colin Montgomerie joins Alistair Bruce-Ball and Iain Carter to share his memories of playing in eight Ryder Cups, and captaining Team Europe in a ninth.Hear from Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood ahead of playing in New York, plus another Ryder Cup legend, Sir Nick Faldo, gives his Ryder Cup memories.Former American Ryder Cup player Steve Pate talks about his memories of playing against Team Europe.Plus, the team discuss just how difficult it's going to be with the pressure of the New York crowds.

With the rise of data and artificial intelligence, is sport becoming less human? Katie Smith looks at how key decisions and tactics are made in elite sport by speaking to medal-winning athletes and coaches who have to make big decisions.Go inside a British Athletics relay camp as they prepare for the World Championships in Tokyo this September. After years of dropping batons and disqualifications they were the most successful sprint relay squad at the Paris Olympics, so how have they turned things around?Hear from Olympic medallist Laviai Nielsen, British Athletics relay coach Martyn Rooney and Head of Sprints and Relays Darren Campbell including how they pick a relay team and try to find the winning formula.Also go behind-the-scenes at the Tour de France with Ineos Grenadiers to hear from the riders on how much say they have in team strategy. Geraint Thomas outlines whether he feels cyclists still have their destiny in their own hands and if anything has changed as he approaches retirement.The True Athlete Project discuss athlete welfare, while Open University academic Dr Alex Twitchen shares how the coach/athlete relationship has changed over the years.The Team behind the Team is produced in partnership with the Open University.Team Ineos Grenadiers staff member David Rozman does not feature in this series and he was never interviewed or offered for interview during the process of gathering material for the series. Our production team was unaware of historical doping allegations relating to David Rozman and the 2012 season, which they have since been made aware of following the recording of this series.

Katie Smith explores the impact artificial intelligence (AI) is having on sport. It's part of a new four-part podcast series on what goes into helping athletes and teams perform at an elite level, made in partnership with The Open University.How are football clubs using AI when scouting players and for recruitment? Get the inside knowledge of Liverpool FC's former Director of Research, Ian Graham who explains how the technology is being used. Katie tries her hand at becoming a football manager by using an AI app – that is being used by professional football clubs – to get a scouting report on a player in the Bundesliga.Mehdi Khordi from Ineos Grenadiers outlines the possibilities for AI in cycling, while Steve Robinson, who is England Golf's national women's performance coach and advisor to 2022 US Open champion Matthew Fitzpatrick, shares how AI is being used in golf.Open University academic Dr Mark Antrobus, who has conducted research on AI and the future of sport science, discusses how AI is being used and its potential use in the future, with Dr Nichola Kentzer from the Open University outlining the pros and cons of AI, when it comes to athlete welfare.The Team behind the Team is produced in partnership with the Open University.Team Ineos Grenadiers staff member David Rozman does not feature in this series and he was never interviewed or offered for interview during the process of gathering material for the series. Our production team was unaware of historical doping allegations relating to David Rozman and the 2012 season, which they have since been made aware of following the recording of this series.

How is data used in sport? Katie Smith investigates the growing use of and reliance on data in sport, as part of a new four-part podcast series on what goes into helping athletes and teams perform at an elite level, made in partnership with The Open University.There's a visit to an England Golf training camp at their headquarters in Lincolnshire to hear from rising golf star Lottie Woad on how data has helped improve her game and from Steve Robinson, England Golf national women's performance coach, on how data can help with coaching.Dr Ben Langdown from the Open University explains what is measured as golfers look for an edge and the potential pitfalls of data, while Dr Nichola Kentzer explains some of the ethical dilemmas around the use of data.What role does data have in cycling? Olympic gold medallist Geraint Thomas explains why he still sees the sport as an art form and he doesn't rely on the data too much but rather the feelings in his legs. Ineos Head of Innovation and Performance Support Mehdi Kordi reveals how everything can be measured in cycling.Plus, Liverpool FC's former Director of Research, Ian Graham shares how football clubs can gain an edge through using data but cautions that football is the hardest sport to analyse data in. He also explains how he sold former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on the merits of data as the club built the team that ended their 30 year wait for a Premier League title.The Team behind the Team is produced in partnership with the Open University.Team Ineos Grenadiers staff member David Rozman does not feature in this series and he was never interviewed or offered for interview during the process of gathering material for the series. Our production team was unaware of historical doping allegations relating to David Rozman and the 2012 season, which they have since been made aware of following the recording of this series.

Go behind-the-scenes at the Tour de France – the biggest race in professional cycling – with Ineos Grenadiers. It's part of a new four-part podcast series, presented by Katie Smith, made in partnership with The Open University.Ineos Grenadiers have won the race six times but the last of those was in 2019, so how are they attempting to find the winning formula again?Listen in on their team talk on the bus ahead of the first stage and hear from 2018 Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas, who was competing in the race for the final time. The team's Performance Director – Dr Scott Drawer – outlines the key responsibilities of his role and how he believes in collaboration, while CEO John Allert explains why the team were so keen to appoint Scott, explaining there's a “war for talent” at the elite level.The Open University's Professor of Sports Performance Education, Ben Oakley tells us how performance directors have become prominent in Olympic sports, how they implement the teams shared values and how the role is different from being a national coach.Also hear about how the role of Performance Director works in other sports, with contributions from Head of Sprints and Relays at British Athletics, Darren Campbell and England Golf's Jenny Henderson.The Team behind the Team is produced in partnership with the Open University.Team Ineos Grenadiers staff member David Rozman does not feature in this series and he was never interviewed or offered for interview during the process of gathering material for the series. Our production team was unaware of historical doping allegations relating to David Rozman and the 2012 season, which they have since been made aware of following the recording of this series.