Break Point is a podcast by lifelong tennis players and friends Frankie and Marcus. Together they discuss anything and everything relating to tennis, from racquet design to tournament predictions from the perspective of everyday players. Contact breakpointpodcast7@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @breakpointpodcast7 with any questions or topic suggestions.
Frankie Nicolazzi / Marcus Smith
Woohoo, the boys are back in town! Marcus and Frankie Preview the 5th Slam, Indian Wells. All the big boys are playing this year with the return of Novak Djokovic. Hear our dual takes while Marcus reports live from Indian Wells on Instagram! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 104: Frankie & Marcus wanted to make this the 100th special edition episode of the BPP, but some important tournament in Australia got in the way. We bring it back to the origins of the BPP, what it was intended to be, what is has become, and how we are feeling about the men's game, tennis media, and where we will go next. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 103: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the 2024 AO, where Jannik Sinner finally put it all together and wins his first Grand Slam title. Frankie is beyond ecstatic, as noticeable in this episode. We break down how he beat Daniil in the final, the secret to him winning the AO, and why the rest of the field should be scared for the foreseeable future. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 102: Frankie & Marcus talk through the entertaining 1st week of this years Australian Open, with some big upsets, disappointments, and surprises in the draw. We are super excited for the QFs and on, and you should be too. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 101: Frankie & Marcus preview one of our favorite tournaments of the year - the Australian Open. Who are the dark horses? What upsets are we picking to happen? Who will ultimately take the title? Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode XX: Frankie & Marcus debate how Rafael Nadal will bounce back in 2024 after missing the 2023 season due to a hip operation. Will he return to the top 5? Win a Grand Slam? Retire at the end of 2024? Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 99: Happy New Year BPP Universe! Welcome to 2024! This year the tennis calendar is going to be WILD, and Frankie & Marcus are here for it. We break down our predictions for each Slam this year, who is going to break out, who is going to drop out of the top 10, and who will potentially take home Olympic Gold. How will Rafa Nadal fare this season? Will we see Nick Kyrgios on the court this year? We have some scorching hot takes, so make sure to tune in on this lovely New Year's day to hear it all. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 98: Frankie & Marcus rip on the ATP Chair Umpires, and the ridiculous rules they have had to employ in 2023. What needs to change to make the game easier for everyone involved? Tune in to find out! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 97: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the 2023 ATP year with the BPP version of the Oscar's, dishing out awards for: Player of the Year Coach of the Year Comeback Player of the Year Most Improved Disappointment of the Year Newcomer of the Year Tournament of the Year We list off the nominees, honorable mentions, and lastly, the winners of each. We had fun with this and hope you will too - hit us up on Instagram to debate any of the awards we dished out! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 96: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the thrilling 2023 Davis Cup, where Italy, led by Jannik Sinner, takes the crown home for the first time in 40 years, defeating Novak Djokovic and Serbia in the process. We review the stunning play by Sinner, the rise of Italian tennis, and what can be done in the future to make Davis Cup more attractive for the tennis world. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 95: Frankie & Marcus discuss the all time performance put on by Novak Djokovic in the KO stage of the 2023 ATP Finals, the rise and future of Jannik Sinner, and what 2024 will look like for the remaining top players on tour. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 94: Frankie & Marcus are back! After the first days of the Turin ATP World Tour Finals, we tackle the results in each group so far, who we think will make it out, and who will ultimately take home the crown. Will it be Novak Djokovic again? Or will someone challenge him for the throne? Tune in to find out! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Official Podcast Guest Co-Host Arabelle joins Frankie in this week's episode wrapping up the Paris Masters. Novak Djokovic added to his trophy collection taking down Grigor Dimitrov in the final, while Carlos Alcaraz bounced out early. Tune in for this and more of Arabelle's tennis takes! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 92: What is the PTPA that we have all been hearing about from Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil? Frankie & Marcus lay it all out for you in this special episode, voicing our opinions on the matter on how the ATP should start listening before it is too late. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 91: Frankie & Marcus discuss one of the newest, hottest names in tennis who is an absolute show stopper at the young age of 19 - and also America's next tennis hope to win a slam since 2003 - Ben Shelton. Ben is an explosive, fiery, and entertaining player who has taken the sports world by storm with his phone celebration, 150 MPH serve, and ability to just have fun out there. We go into detail about how he unconventionally made it onto the pro tour, are his antics too much, and what his ceiling as a player is. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 90: Frankie & Marcus chat about the current ATP swing in Asia, with some impressive results coming from the likes of Jannik Sinner and Alex Zverev. Who will take the Shanghai 1000 Masters title? Tune in to find out! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 89: Frankie & Marcus chat about the change we are seeing the game of tennis. Less lateral side to side baselining, more up and down drop shots, net play, and more. Who was this change sparked by? Are other players adapting fasting enough? Will the trend continue? Listen to find out! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 88: Frankie & Marcus tackle one of the lesser discussed topics in the tennis world, and that is the criteria players are inducted to the Tennis Hall of Fame. Should you be inducted for winning a Grand Slam? What about being world #1? How does impact off the court affect your status? We discuss all the above and more in this weeks episode. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 87: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the 2023 US Open, where we saw Coco Gauff win her first career Major, and Novak Djokovic win his record setting 24th slam title. We chat about the headlines from the open, each of the finals played, what this means for the rest of 2023 and the beginning of the 2024 season, and more. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 86: Frankie, Marcus, and special guest Pete Siozios preview this years 2023 US Open Men's Draw, going quarter by quarter in discussing our favorites, dark horses, potential upsets, and, of course, who is going to win it all. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Login at https://racquetbracket.tennis.com and join the BPP Universe Racquet Bracket using the PIN Code d9ea6c72 at https://racquetbracket.tennis.com/en/leagues ! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 85: Frankie & Marcus dive into the last 2 sensational Masters events on the both the men's and women's sides in Canada & Cincinnati. We chat about Jannik Sinner's first 1000s title, if Iga Swiatek is a liability after 2 SF losses, the greatness of Novak Djokovic, and if Carlos Alcaraz has been exposed. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 84: Frankie & Marcus begin their myth busters mini-series! Tune in to listen to some astonishing facts about tennis you thought could never be true. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 83: While Frankie is tanning his olive-colored skin in the Mediterranean Sea in Greece, Marcus breaks down the epic weekend we had at the 2023 Championships, detailing how Markéta Vondroušová became the unexpected Ladies Champion, and the epic final between King Carlos and Novak Djokovic and how it will shape the Men's game of years to come. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Frankie and Marcus are reunited and break down the watered-down action here at Wimbledon 2023. Hopefully, they get all their analysis in before the curfew (episode suspended). Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube https://racquetbracket.tennis.com/en/leagues --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 81: Frankie previews the Wimbledon 2023 while Marcus jet sets across Europe. Is Novak Djokovic the greatest grass court player ever? What's up with Stefanos Tsitsipas? Can Iga win Wimbledon? All these questions and more answered! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube https://racquetbracket.tennis.com/en/leagues --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 80: Frankie & Marcus tackle some of the weirdest and non-sensical rules in tennis that need to change, including the bathroom break rules, coaching in tennis, medical timeouts, and more. We propose some solutions and would love to hear yours too! Contact us via Instagram DM @Breakpointpodcast7 with your suggestions and wild ideas. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 79: Frankie & Marcus highlight the top 2 Scandinavian players in the world who have taken the tennis world by storm, Casper Ruud and Holger Rune. We highlight their play styles, likeability, rise to the top of the game, and their future in tennis. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 78: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the incredible 2 weeks of tennis from the 2023 French Open at Roland Garros, where Iga Swiatek claimed her 3rd RG title, as well as Novak Djokovic, who in addition to winning his 3rd RG, has now won 23 Grand Slam titles, becoming the all time open-era leader in Grand Slam titles. We also discuss the runs of Karolína Muchová, Casper Ruud, and much more. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 77: Frankie & Marcus recap Week 1 of the 2023 French Open, including how the Break Point Podcast Curse struck heavily in Week 1, the surprise runs of Elina Svitolina and South American clay courters, as well as our predictions for the rest of the tournament. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 76: Frankie & Marcus preview the Men's and Women's 2023 French Open, as we discuss our predictions, key storylines, potential upsets and darkhorses, and answer some of our listener's questions from our Instagram Q&A! Thank you very much for participating, we will have another one coming up next week. Additionally, join our French Open Racket Bracket using this link here! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 75: Frankie & Marcus discuss the disappointing news from the great Rafael Nadal, who will miss the 2023 French Open and beyond due to a ongoing hip injury. Nadal alluded to 2024 being his last year on tour. We go over the implications this has for the rest of the tour, Rafa and his legacy, and more. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 74: Frankie & Marcus discuss the WILD week in Rome, which included major upsets of Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and the most unlikely winner of the tournament, Daniil Medvedev who danced (yes, pun intended) all over his competition. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 73: Frankie & Marcus discuss the amazing run of podcast (Marcus) favorite Jan-Lennart Struff to the finals of the 2023 Madrid Masters, King Carlos' continued reign in Madrid, and we preview the final clay court Masters in Rome leading up to the French Open. Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 72: Frankie & Marcus discuss the wild week on the ATP Tour including some massive upsets leading into our preview episode of the 2023 Madrid Masters, where we throw out some HOT takes that you do not want to miss! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 71: Frankie & Marcus discuss the thrilling week of tennis in Monte Carlo, as well as preview this upcoming weeks tournaments in Barcelona, Munich, and Banja Luka! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 70: Frankie & Marcus head off to Europe (in spirit) to kickoff the 2023 Clay Season with the Monte Carlo Rolex Masters. We touch on who we think the favorites are now that Rafael Nadal & Carlos Alcaraz are out, who some of our Darkhorse picks are, and who can make a surprise run! Thanks for tuning in, make sure to follow and subscribe on all major podcasts & social media platforms! Socials Website Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 69: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the 2023 Miami Open, discussing the clinical run of Daniil Medvedev, match of the year candidate Sinner v. Alcaraz, and the denial of Elena Rybakina's pursuit of the Sunshine Double by Petra Kvitova. Thank you all for listening and make sure to follow/subscribe on all major social media platforms for the latest up to date news on our Podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 68: Halfway through the Sunshine Double! Frankie & Marcus talk about the thrilling Indian Wells Masters tournament won by no other than Carlos Alcaraz, as well as what to expect for the 2nd leg of the Sunshine Double in Miami, with our picks and predictions included. Thanks for listening, and make sure to follow us on all major platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 67: Frankie & Marcus dive into Indian Wells, the 1st of the sunshine double, with our thoughts, predictions, and hot takes on who will make it far in the tournament. Thank you for listening and make sure to subscribe/follow on all major platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 66: Frankie & Marcus discuss the top 2 Americans in the game today, Frances Tiafoe & Taylor Fritz. 2 different upbringings, chasing the 1 American tennis dream: to be the first American Slam Champ since Andy Roddick. Tune in to hear their backstories, analyzation of their play style, and what their future looks like on tour. Make sure to follow and subscribe on all major platforms! Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
WARNING: SPOILER EPISODE FOR NETFLIX'S BREAK POINT Episode 65: Frankie & Marcus, the original "Break Point" media platform in the tennis universe, has a surprisingly similar cousin on Netflix named "Break Point", a Netflix docuseries revolving around the 2022 ATP & WTA season, inspired by the successful F1 Drive to Survive docuseries. Aiming to put tennis on the map for the casual sports fan, featuring 1st time guest Shelby Slauer, Part 2 of the series dives into the epic run Taylor Fritz had at the 2022 Indian Wells Masters tournament, the stories of Ons Jabeur & Paula Bedosa at the 2022 Madrid Masters, and the HOTLY debated portrayal of Felix Auger-Aliassime, Rafael Nadal, and Toni Nadal's tennis triangle, among the stories of Maria Sakkari & Casper Ruud. Make sure to follow and subscribe on all major platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 64: Frankie & Marcus wrap up the 2023 Australian Open, discussing how dominant Novak Djokovic was, the positives for Stefanos Tsitsipas, and how Aryna Sabalenka won the Women's title in a thrilling final. Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe and follow on all major platforms and socials! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 63: Frankie & Marcus break down the 1st week of the 2023 Australian Open, talking the rise of American tennis, top seeds faltering early, and who we expect to make a deep run in week 2. Thanks for listening and make sure to subscribe and follow on all social medias and major platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
WARNING: SPOILER EPISODE FOR NETFLIX'S BREAK POINT Episode 62: Frankie & Marcus, the original "Break Point" media platform in the tennis universe, has a surprisingly similar cousin on Netflix named "Break Point", a Netflix docuseries revolving around the 2022 ATP & WTA season, inspired by the successful F1 Drive to Survive docuseries. Aiming to put tennis on the map for the casual sports fan, Part 1 of the docuseries discusses story lines from the first half of the 2022 ATP & WTA season, with the likes of Nick Kyrgios, Ons Jabeur, Casper Ruud, Maria Sakkari, among others. We give our thoughts, opinions, highlights, and hot takes on the first 2 episodes from Part 1 of the series (The Maverick & Take the Crown). Make sure to follow and subscribe on all major platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 61: Frankie, Marcus, & our special guest from down under, Philip Hilble, preview the upcoming 2023 Australian Open, discussing our favorites to win it all, who is on upset alert, and who the biggest threats are to Novak Djokovic (if any at all). Make sure to subscribe, follow, and tune in on all major social media & media platforms! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 60: In the 60th episode of the Break Point Podcast, Frankie and Marcus kick off 2023 with a preview of the upcoming ATP season, discussing potential breakout stars, end of year predictions, and expectations for some of the top players in the field. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on all major platforms, social medias, and check out our new website linked below! https://www.podpage.com/break-point-podcast/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 59: Frankie, Marcus, & recurring guest Lucas Pickering discuss some of Roger's greatest disappointment's of his professional career. While Roger's career was remarkable, everyone wishes they had a few moments, matches, and tournaments they have could have back. We detail some of these instances, how they came to be, and what "could" have been for Roger's all time stats had it gone his way. Make sure to hit subscribe to stay up to date with our episode releases! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 58: For this December, the BPP will be honoring the great Roger Federer after his retirement from the game by releasing 3 "Fedcember" episodes, with Part 1 discussing Roger's greatest accomplishments, whether that be his insanely good stats achieved, or his outstanding influence on the game. Joined by special guest Lucas Pickering from Schoolyard Social, this series will highlight Roger's career and the impact he had on the tennis world. Make sure to subscribe to the BPP on all available platforms so you don't miss an episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 57: Frankie & Marcus record their favorite episode of the year, which is the End of Year Awards! Awards include Player of the Year, Tournament of the Year, Disappointment of the Year, and many more! Tune in to listen, and respond to our polls Instagram! @breakpointpodcast7. Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 56: Frankie & Marcus chat about the past week of tennis at the 2022 ATP World Tour Finals, including how Novak Djokovic continues to dominate the sport, surprises of the week, and some disappointments. Thank you for listening and stay tuned for more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakpointpodcast7/support
Episode 55: Frankie & Marcus talk through their thoughts, opinions, and picks for the 2022 ATP World Tour Finals in Turin, Italy. Thanks for listening!
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