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On this episode of Nothing Major, it's a two-man pod as Sam Querrey and Stevie hold down the fort, plus Sam shares a Laver Cup travel win after a last-minute upgrade and the guys debate a hypothetical Ethan Quinn vs. Taylor Fritz bar fight.They're also joined by Steven Amritraj, the CEO of the reimagined World Team Tennis, to break down the league's December launch, new format, star-studded lineups, fan experience, ticket prices, and coaching element. Plus, they answer fan questions on sleep on tour and interview small talk, update their ATP Fantasy roster, and chat with Roman, the US Open women's bracket winner.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store and sign up using promo code: MAJOR: http://kalshi.com/r/majorTo join ATP Fantasy head to https://play.fantasy.atptour.com/nothingmajorCode to join our Nothing Major league: 981-0H8TX00:00 Show Preview00:19 Two Man Pod Catch Up00:36 Laver Cup Flight Drama01:17 Bar Fight Debate02:29 Weigh In Challenge02:47 Meet WTT CEO03:35 Amritraj Tennis Journey06:20 WTT Reimagined Format10:07 Teams And Star Lineups12:08 Schedule And Tickets14:14 Fan Experience And Coaches18:20 CNBC Deal And Commentary22:33 Tour Sleep Secrets25:43 Media Interview Small Talk27:52 ATP Fantasy Rules Reset28:56 Building The Fall Squad31:45 Prizes And Strategy32:47 Interview With Roman36:41 Wrap Up And Tease

On this episode of Nothing Major, the guys recap the Laver Cup with Ethan Quinn filling in for Sam, who checks in from London with the full behind-the-scenes rundown. They break down Team Europe's 13–5 win, Alcaraz saving match points against Fritz, Europe's doubles sweep, and what makes Alcaraz so tough to play.They also debate third-set super tiebreaks, discuss Team World's roster and doubles options, and get an update on Ethan's foot injury, surgery and rehab. Plus, Nadal and Murray's Mallorca exhibition, late-night US Open scheduling, Arthur Fils' qualifying drama, when will Sinner play next, and more.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro01:20 Ethan Injury Update04:58 Coping and Recovery Mindset07:46 Sam Laver Cup Recap15:37 Europe Wins Laver Cup16:05 Third Set Tiebreak Debate17:29 Friday Highlights19:13 Facing Jodar Up Close23:36 Saturday Momentum Swing26:19 Alcaraz vs Fritz Thriller28:08 Sunday Wrap and Doubles Story29:57 Team World Doubles Fixes31:42 Future Laver Cup Dreams34:13 Nadal Murray Exhibition36:01 US Open Late Nights41:38 Stat Of The Week43:02 PlayerZone Entry Explained45:55 Servebot And Querrey47:18 Bar Fight Rankings50:01 Beijing Tokyo Outlook52:28 Wrap Up And Tease

On this episode of Nothing Major, the guys preview the Laver Cup in London, break down the format and rosters, and debate whether Team World can take down a Europe squad led by Alcaraz and Zverev. Sam also unveils his updated tennis influencer rankings after the US Open, with Paige Lorenze at No. 1 and Sam jumping to No. 3, plus he shares what to expect from his TV duties and travel. They also talk major life moments and retirement transitions, review the new Wilson Defier racket, and answer fan questions on Zverev's Slam chances, US Open influencers, dream guests and a junior with two forehands.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShowSubmit your questions in the Fan Participation section at https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/00:00 Welcome Back and Agenda00:46 Rant Give Flags Back01:43 Tennis Influencer Rankings04:38 Breakfast and Horse Diet07:40 Laver Cup Preview10:28 Teams Matchups and Broadcast Plans15:10 Hospitality and Event Vibes16:40 Big Life Moments19:33 Retirement Transition Talk21:11 Life After Tour Life21:54 Advice To Younger Self23:24 Wilson Racket Review28:41 Celebrity Flight Story29:39 Can Zverev Win Slams31:42 US Open Influencer Debate33:47 Dream Guests For The Pod35:44 Two Forehands Prospect39:51 Podcasts Stealing Bits41:32 Wrap Up

The boys are BACK after a little post US Open hiatus, and there's plenty to catch up on.The US is out of Davis Cup after a wild 3 2 loss to Czechia in Prague, Ben Shelton makes the trip straight from the US Open final, and Holger Rune makes his return after 11 months away.Plus, Juan Carlos Ferrero is returning to coaching, but who's he going to work with? We make our picks. Sinner lays out a packed schedule as he chases year end No. 1, Zverev has the same goal in mind, Novak makes an unexpected appearance with Kevin Hart, and the guys weigh in on the new Six Queen Slam in Seoul.Also, Sam's horseback riding weight loss journey begins, Stevie brings back some wild stats, and we settle the most important question of all: Davis Cup or Laver Cup? We have VERY different opinions... as always!00:00 Nothing Major Returns02:12 Sam's Horseback Weight Cut04:21 US Davis Cup Exit07:22 The Olympics Rule Debate13:29 Davis Cup Roundup14:45 Holger Rune Returns16:56 Davis Cup Finals 19:52 WTA Guadalajara Recap21:43 Who Will Ferrero Coach?25:01 Sinner's Race to No. 126:48 The Six Kings vs. Queens28:40 Novak's Kevin Hart Interview30:52 Six Queen Slam Debate33:06 Eala vs. WTA Rules36:57 Stevie's Stats & Novak's Outlook39:43 Davis Cup vs. Laver Cup41:00 Bracket Challenge Winners42:10 Wrap Up & Next Episode

On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie break down the US Open finals, starting with Alexander Zverev's four-set win over Ben Shelton, an early break, a lopsided second-set tiebreak, and a crucial 24-shot rally that helped turn the match. They discuss Zverev's return tactics, his ability to take pace off the ball, and the strange moment he didn't realize he'd won.On the women's side, they recap Elena Rybakina's three-set win over Aryna Sabalenka, focusing on her first-strike tennis, composure, and Sabalenka's frustration.Plus, they cover the US Open celebrity scene, scheduling against the NFL, travel routines, Shelton's breakout, Fritz's disappointment, tournament takeaways, and the final bracket challenge results.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store and sign up using promo code: MAJOR: http://kalshi.com/r/majorGet an exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼https://nordvpn.com/nothingmajor It's risk free with NordVPN's 30-day money-back guarantee!Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code nothing major at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/nothingmajorFollow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Cold Open and Setup00:23 Mens Final Scoreline00:44 Early Break and Nerves02:00 Tiebreak Turns the Crowd03:34 Third Set Hope04:51 Fourth Set Deflation05:51 Funny Match Point Confusion06:25 Return Game and Matchup09:32 Ben Future and Adjustments13:11 Celebs and Scheduling Talk18:11 Women's Final Breakdown19:41 Emotions and Camera Debate22:16 Celebs and Tennis Trend23:22 US Open Big Picture25:56 Takeaways and Disappointments27:00 Bracket Results and Fan Winners28:40 Wrap Up and Asia Swing

On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie break down US Open Semifinal Friday, starting with Sam's courtside observations, an influencer rant, and a stacked celebrity crowd. They recap Ben Shelton's four-set win over Frances Tiafoe which featured a disputed 158-mph serve reading, before discussing what Tiafoe's summer means going forward. Plus, they cover Zverev's straight-sets win over Khachanov, his heavy baseline game, huge serving numbers, and lengthy pre-serve bounces, along with Sam's on-court interview where Zverev shouts out the podcast. On the women's side, they recap Sabalenka overpowering Pegula and Rybakina rallying past Gauff behind a dominant serve before previewing the finals: Zverev vs. Shelton and Sabalenka vs. Rybakina, with predictions and bracket challenge talk.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store and sign up using promo code: MAJOR: http://kalshi.com/r/majorFollow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Semifinal Friday Kickoff00:31 Influencer Courtside Rant01:54 Celeb Spotting Buzz02:21 Shelton Beats Tiafoe04:39 Serve Speed Controversy05:26 Tiafoe Next Steps06:42 Trinity Rodman Talk07:36 Zverev Tops Khachanov09:33 Zverev Serve And Baseline12:58 On Court Interview Shoutout13:46 Scheduling Rant Follow Up14:23 Dinner Tip Venmo Drama17:48 Sabalenka Powers Past Pegula19:20 Why Sabalenka Dominated21:14 Rybakina Stuns Coco22:59 Midriff And Monster Serve24:29 Mens Final Zverev vs Shelton28:29 Predictions And Matchup Keys32:04 Womens Final Picks33:54 Bracket Chaos 35:46 Shoutouts And Signoff

On this episode of Something Major from the US Open, Sam, John, and Stevie break down the late-night scheduling backlash and why there's no perfect solution after a “perfect storm” slate pushed Ben Shelton vs. Carlos Alcaraz deep into the night. They also recap Shelton's huge, fearless win over Alcaraz—his first top-three Slam win, highlighting his improved return, fitness, and clutch fifth-set tiebreak, plus Alcaraz's classy response in defeat. The guys cover Frances Tiafoe's five-set comeback over Alex Michelsen,, Zverev's straight-sets win and Khachanov advancing via retirement. Plus, they discuss Rybakina reaching world No. 1, Coco Gauff saving match points vs. Andreeva, Sabalenka's gutsy win, and Pegula's consistency before previewing the semifinals and making their picks.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store and sign up using promo code: MAJOR: http://kalshi.com/r/majorFollow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Show Teaser00:29 Late Night Scheduling Debate04:38 Shelton Stuns Alcaraz12:48 Tiafoe Epic Comeback18:51 Men's QF Roundup23:17 Rybakina Reaches No 125:12 Coco Coaster Setup25:35 Coco Survives Andreeva26:06 Night Pod Chaos26:23 Coco Finds A Way27:42 Sabalenka Gutsy Escape29:15 Pegula Powers Through30:39 Billionaire Narrative Rant34:27 Zverev Khachanov Preview35:13 Shelton Tiafoe Hype39:59 WTA Semis Picks42:38 Bracket Challenge Update43:55 Wrap And Goodbyes

On this episode of Something Major from the US Open, Sam, John, and Stevie recap Sam battling exhaustion after covering Khachanov's five-set win over Learner Tien, Carlos Alcaraz cruising past Tommy Paul, and Ben Shelton dominating Stefanos Tsitsipas. They also cover Frances Tiafoe's electric upset of Daniil Medvedev, Zverev finding form in night sessions, Alex Michelson reaching the quarters without dropping a set, and Van de Zandschulp's comeback from two sets down. Plus, the crew breaks down Coco Gauff's win over Jovic, Pegula and Navarro setting up an all-American quarterfinal, Zheng's comeback over Swiatek, and Rybakina routing Osaka. They also preview key quarterfinal matchups including the Shelton v Alcaraz blockbuster!18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store and sign up using promo code: MAJOR: http://kalshi.com/r/majorFollow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Round of 16 Kickoff00:12 Crispy Check In01:47 Celebs Then Tennis01:58 Alcaraz Back Statement04:20 Shelton Stuns Tsitsipas06:14 Tiafoe Topples Medvedev08:27 Zverev Night Session Roll10:33 Khachanov Survives Tien12:24 Michelsen Quiet Surge13:49 Ash Scheduling Debate14:54 Lucky Loser Heartbreak18:25 Gauff19:46 Pegula Navarro Set Up20:59 Zheng Comeback Chaos22:47 Quick Hits And Fashion23:36 Shelton Alcaraz Preview26:02 Tiafoe Michelson29:57 Womens Semis Picks33:02 Bracket Update And Wrap

On this episode of Something Major from the US Open, Sam, John, and Stevie recap Taylor Fritz's five-set loss to Cerundolo after leading two sets, Carlos Alcaraz even practicing after his win, and Tommy Paul getting revenge on Alexander Bublik. They also cover Alexander Blockx dominating Cobolli and Tsitsipas finding form ahead of Ben Shelton.Plus, the crew breaks down Madison Keys' brutal 5-0 third-set collapse to Qinwen Zheng, and runs through wins and losses for Navarro, Sabalenka, Pegula, Anisimova, and others. They preview key Round of 16 matchups and share the latest bracket standings.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store or www.Kalshi.com and sign up. Promo code: MAJORhttp://kalshi.com/r/MAJORFollow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Round Three Kickoff00:24 Too Many Dogs Debate01:36 Celebrity Open Roll Call02:43 Fritz Collapse Breakdown06:52 Alcaraz Undershirt Talk09:43 Tommy Paul Survives Bublik12:00 Blockx Buzz And Juiced Radar14:33 Tsitsipas One Hander Streak18:46 Other Americans Quick Hits19:00 Shelton vs Shapovalov20:18 Keys Third Set Collapse23:53 Pegula Grit And Schedule26:06 Alcaraz vs Paul Preview29:13 Shelton vs Tsitsipas 30:35 Medvedev vs Tiafoe Hype33:09 Navarro vs Kalinskaya Pick36:00 Bracket Ranks And Signoff

On this episode of Something Major from the US Open, Sam, John, and Stevie debate Zverev's form, time on court, and late-night scheduling before reacting to Rafa Jodar's surprising first-round collapse. They also praise Carlos Alcaraz for rolling after a slow start, while covering Felix Auger-Aliassime's loss to Khachanov, Dane Sweeny's upset of Musetti, and Alex Michelsen's rout of Brandon Nakashima. The crew runs through another strong day for the Americans, with Shelton, Fritz, Tiafoe, and Tommy Paul all advancing, plus Paul's incredible around-the-net-post highlight. Plus, they discuss Monfils' US Open farewell, cannabis complaints, Alcaraz calling for longer breaks, Madi Keys' wild comeback, and preview key third-round matchups, including a wide-open section guaranteed to produce a first-time men's quarterfinalist.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store or www.Kalshi.com and sign up. Promo code: MAJORhttp://kalshi.com/r/MAJOR Get an exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼https://nordvpn.com/nothingmajor It's risk free with NordVPN's 30-day money-back guarantee!  Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Show Intro00:52 Celebrity Spotting03:04 Zverev Night Match06:47 Jodar Shock Exit09:37 Alcaraz Shakes Rust11:49 FAA Upset Talk13:21 Sweeny Stuns Musetti15:20 Michelsen Beats Nakashima18:46 Shelton Survives Hurkacz20:32 Fritz Serve Bot Joke21:34 Tiafoe Survives Straight Sets22:22 Tommy Paul Shot Magic23:29 Tien Ends Monfils Era24:31 Seeds Check Medvedev Buzz25:22 Cannabis Smell Debate26:30 Alcaraz Breaks And Burnout28:01 WTA Seeds And Keys Escape33:24 Round Three Matchups Preview37:43 Bracket Pool Standings38:27 Wrap Up 

On this first episode of Something Major from the US Open, Sam, John, and Stevie recap all the first-round action, starting with Novak Djokovic's shocking five-set loss to Navone after looking physically unwell and vomiting on court. The guys debate whether age or illness is behind his recent struggles before breaking down Carlos Alcaraz's straight-sets win over Safiullin, Tsitsipas' comeback against Arthur Fils, and Stan Wawrinka's final major match in a loss to Berrettini.The crew also runs through the American roundup, with Ben Shelton surviving a rough start, Frances Tiafoe escaping in five, and Learner Tien, Brandon Nakashima, and Alex Michelsen cruising through. Plus, they preview key second-round matchups, make bracket updates, and bring the late-night “Ron Burgundy” name-reading chaos.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financialcircumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information.Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code nothing major at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/nothingmajor00:00 Cold Open and Setup00:36 Djokovic Shock Exit05:25 Celebrity Jumbotron 06:05 Alcaraz Returns in Style11:27 Tsitsipas Stuns Fils13:37 Wawrinka Farewell vs Berrettini15:04 Monfils Show and Next Test16:34 Shelton Survives Slow Start17:44 Tiafoe Five Set Escape19:02 Other Americans Roll19:08 Nakashima vs Michelsen Hype19:51 American Men Round One Recap20:32 Zverev Scoreboard Watch21:05 Women Seeds Hold Serve22:17 Osaka Outfit Talk22:54 Shelton vs Hurkacz Breakdown24:31 Tiafoe Matchup and App Feature26:31 Other Round Two Blockbusters28:38 Ron Burgundy30:27 Women's Round Two33:04 Bracket Update and Signoff

Tune in Tuesday for the start of Something Major! On this episode of Nothing Major, the guys sit down with junior standout Jack Kennedy, the Kalamazoo boys' 18s champion who earned a wild card into the 2026 US Open, his pro run including a win over Kei Nishikori, and making his first Slam main draw in his New York backyard. They also hit on his UVA commitment, postponing college until January to play more pro events, and his push for the Next Gen Finals.Plus, the guys dive deep into their US Open preview, breaking down Djokovic's chances, Alcaraz's star power and the players who could make a run in New York, before tackling an unpredictable women's draw. They also break down IBM's new “serve quality” tracking, shout out Tennis Warehouse, and bring back the Singapore job saga for another chaotic twist.00:00 Show Intro and Preview00:31 Meet Jack Kennedy01:20 Kalamazoo Final Recap02:46 Three Out of Five Prep04:28 Turning Pro Confidence07:24 Home Slam Dreams08:47 Main Draw Mindset11:48 Starstruck Moments14:57 Draw Hopes and Big Stage16:42 Prize Money and Spending18:10 Why Virginia Chose Him19:34 Balancing College and Pros21:17 Recruiting Storytime24:27 Rapid Fire Favorites25:47 Interview Wrap and Thanks27:14 IBM Serve Quality Tech28:52 Serve Quality Predictions29:19 Serve Quality Standouts30:15 Zverev Serve Metrics30:46 Seeding Confusion Spiral32:16 IBM App Serve Tracking33:06 Mens Title Favorites33:17 Djokovic Last Chance Talk34:33 Alcaraz Star Power36:02 Prize Money Boost36:25 Womens Favorites Debate38:14 Eala Mania Scheduling39:46 Bracket Draw Plans40:10 Singapore Life Advice Update43:49 Sam Gets Roasted44:34 See You In New York

Tune in Thursday for an interview with US Open Wildcard, Jack Kennedy!  On this episode of Nothing Major, the guys recap Cincinnati as Artur Fils powers to his first Masters title over Frances Tiafoe, including a wild 6-0 third set, and discuss why the event felt wide open without Sinner and Alcaraz. They also hit on Brandon Nakashima's continued hard-court surge, Tommy Paul's win over Zverev, and what it all means heading into New York.On the women's side, Coco Gauff beats Jessie Pegula in a dominant final and the group debates whether Coco is now the favorite for the US Open. Plus, they break down the latest US Open news, including Alcaraz officially returning and teaming with Serena Williams in mixed doubles, Sinner pulling out, wild cards, Kyrgios controversy, and a few chaotic off-court stories.00:00 Packed Episode Preview00:29 Cincinnati Masters Winner01:04 Artur Fils Breakthrough02:32 Open Odds Debate03:59 Final Drama and Tiafoe05:15 Nakashima Rising Fast08:30 Zverev Confidence Check09:57 Wild Flight Home Story12:28 Groin Injury Update13:58 Coco Gauff Dominates18:29 Major News Alcaraz Returns22:04 Serena Carlos Mixed Doubles24:12 Rigged Draw Jokes24:48 Sinner Withdraws Injured26:30 US Open Wild Card Debate30:16 Kyrgios Controversy Fallout33:18 NYC Plans34:41 Stats Ostapenko Streak35:29 Serve Bot And US Open Picks40:45 Wrap Up And Next Episode

Submit your questions or life advice to Nothing Major through the fan participation section at https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/On this Thursday episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie sit down with director Jason Hehir (The Last Dance) to break down his new Amazon feature doc Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter. Hehir explains how the project began in 2017, how he came aboard in 2023, the challenges of filming a story unfolding in real time, and why the original concept “The Two Novaks” evolved into The Wolf in Winter. They also discuss the trust-building process with Novak, the similarities and differences between Djokovic and Michael Jordan, and what surprised Hehir most about Novak as a father and competitor.Plus, the guys launch a new Sam segment: a snake draft of current top-100 players they least want on their team in a pool-table bar fight. Finally, they preview Roger Federer's upcoming Hall of Fame induction, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about how approachable and normal Roger is off court.00:00 Show Intro and Preview01:26 Jason Hehir Joins01:48 How the Doc Began04:56 Tennis Background and Early Career06:35 Building the Story Live11:32 Budget and Scope Choices13:17 Why Wolf in Winter17:12 Novak Off Court19:46 Mindset and Self Rivalry21:45 Jordan vs Novak Comparisons27:15 Final Cut and Notes29:56 Crashing the Big Three Party31:55 Interview Wrap and Reactions34:31 Sam Bar Fight Draft36:07 Nice Guys Draft Picks36:35 More Soft Picks37:38 Novak Debate38:26 Colman Wong Pick41:55 Federer Hall Of Fame43:33 Federer Stories45:38 Exhibition Travel Tales49:17 Who Introduces Roger49:59 Wrap Up And Rage Bait

Upgrade your online protection with an all-in-one security app!Get an exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼https://nordvpn.com/nothingmajor It's risk free with NordVPN's 30-day money-back guarantee!Submit your questions or life advice to Nothing Major through the fan participation section at https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam checks in from Cincinnati and shares the perks (and grime) of the Great Wolf Lodge before the guys break down an all-American Masters final in Montreal, Ben Shelton's dominant title defense without dropping a set, and Brandon Nakashima's breakthrough week. They also discuss the rise of college-to-pro tennis and what it means for the next generation.In Toronto, they dive into Iga Swiatek's “vintage” run, her 12th WTA 1000 title, and what it means for the US Open and WTA Finals race. Plus, they react to Djokovic's brutal three-set loss, Shelton's early upset, Zverev as the favorite with stars absent, Fritz's racket smash, Draper's candid struggles, and whether anyone should still be complaining about 12-day Masters events.00:00 Show kickoff00:40 Cincy perks and Great Wolf02:20 College tennis surge06:44 All American Montreal final09:23 Shelton return breakthrough12:42 Defending champ in new city15:25 Iga back in Toronto18:39 WTA race and Asian swing22:36 Cincinnati chaos and Novak buzz25:49 Novak Health Watch27:20 Shelton Upset Reaction28:32 Jodar Drama Comeback30:26 Zverev Favorite Debate33:37 Draper Injury Struggles37:21 Olympics Schedule Rant41:36 Fritz Racket Smash43:11 Servebot Shelton Stats43:57 Masters Format Acceptance46:16 Eala Mania Tickets46:54 Wrap And Next Ep Preview

Submit your questions or life advice to Nothing Major through the fan participation section at https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam returns from a whirlwind Cincinnati trip, complete with a no-training 5K and an awkward realization that Jannik Sinner had just pulled out of the tournament. The guys settle into a fun show covering Canadian pet peeves in honor of the Canadian Masters, from surprise tax bills and stacked restaurant taxes to the Queen still appearing on currency, no AC in Montreal, and the metric system.They also preview Cincinnati with both Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz out, debating who's actually the favorite while considering Zverev and Novak, and praising Cincinnati's player amenities, food, upgrades, and Skyline Chili. Plus, they tackle life advice on whether a dad should ever “let” his 17-year-old win, how to handle witnessing an awkward locker room moment and pitch a tennis version of golf's Internet Invitational featuring influencers, personalities, and a prize purse.00:00 Cold Open Chaos00:28 Show Setup and Segments00:51 Sam's Cincinnati 5K Recap02:27 Credentials Awkward Moment04:15 Canadian Pet Peeves Draft13:57 Cincy Preview and Punishments15:12 Who's the Cincy Favorite17:42 Is Cincinnati the Best Masters19:24 Player Perks Tour20:18 Snack Grab Controversy21:18 Activities And Investment22:19 Cincy Food Debate27:46 Life Advice Begins28:42 Let Him Win30:31 Locker Room Secret32:43 Tennis Influencer Event37:41 Wrap Up And Next Show

Canada has turned into a full-on bloodbath. Djokovic, Sinner and Alcaraz were already missing, and then plenty of the “safe” top seeds followed them out the door. Zverev calls his loss to Griekspoor his “worst match of the season,” Fritz looks cooked after his Monday final in DC, and Félix doesn't even make it on court in his hometown because of a back issue.The result? A wide-open Masters with a historic last eight: for the first time, every Masters 1000 quarterfinalist was born in 2000 or later, with 25-year-old Brandon Nakashima somehow the elder statesman. We break down Shelton vs. Mensik, Jodar's rapid rise, why Canada creates so much chaos, and which young player has the biggest opportunity this week.On the women's side, Toronto finally delivers the heavyweight matchups. We look at the draw while debating Sabalenka's recent losses, whether Iga is starting to turn things around, and a wide-open race to finish the year at No. 1.Then it's on to Cincinnati. How concerning is Sinner's withdrawal ahead of the US Open? John thinks it matters; Stevie is waiting to see what the New York practice-court cameras tell us. Plus, Sam somehow turns his “query” into an Ealamania discussion... and, for once, we all agree!00:00 Show Preview02:00 Montreal Is Absolute Chaos!05:20 Zverev's “Worst Match”08:15 The Gen Z TakeOver09:22 Did Fritz Run Out of Gas?11:27 Montreal Quarterfinals13:25 Shelton vs. Menšík14:59 Jodar's Rise + The Fils Test18:44 Why So Many Upsets in Canada?22:44 WTA Toronto 23:17 What's Going On With Sabalenka?25:14 Quarterfinals Breakdown26:09 The No. 1 Race Is Wide Open29:35 Sinner Pulls Out of Cincinnati34:10 Cincy + Venus & Serena36:18 Big Foe's Hand Surgery42:04 Stevie Stat's43:04 Shelton gets Servebot of the Week47:09 That's a Wrap!

Career-high No. 39 Eva Lys is our guest for one of our favorite conversations of the year. We chat about growing up with her dad as a coach, the friends she's made on Tour, and why her social media works without ever feeling forced. She also opens up about the financial reality of life on Tour, balancing sponsorships with tennis, and why WTA is more exciting than ATP.Before Eva joins us, we break down a huge week in Washington. Alex Eala's incredible title run has everyone asking just how high her ceiling really is, while Taylor Fritz proves once again why the North American hard courts bring out his best. We also answer your fan questions, including whether a right-handed Rafa would still be one of the greatest players ever. Plus, how Alcaraz's new No. 3 seeding could shake up the US Open draw, dating apps for tennis players, an extremely serious ranking of Carlos' many hairstyles... and, somehow, a draft of the songs guaranteed to get every white person singing at full volume.00:00 We're Back!01:56 Fritz Does It Again04:29 Eala Mania Arrives04:59 White People Songs10:14 Welcoming Eva Lys11:15 Growing Up Around Tennis12:24 Life Beyond the Tour13:22 Friends on Tour14:58 Favorite Cities on Tour16:12 Social Media Without the Cringe17:43 Rating Eva as an Influencer19:17 Why the WTA Is So Open21:05 Breakthrough Moments22:20 Tour's Most Underrated Players24:48 WTA vs. ATP26:38 When Social Media Becomes Your Job28:08 Sponsorships Behind the Scenes29:09 The Financial Reality of Injuries30:25 Instagram vs. TikTok31:28 Prize Money Perspective33:17 The Great Airline Miles Debate34:45 Reality TV Draft41:57 One Last Challenge47:22 Wimbledon Bracket Winners48:31 Fan Questions48:31 Carlos as Seed No. 3?51:29 What if Rafa was Right-Handed?54:32 Dating Apps on Tour55:57 Ranking Carlos Alcaraz's Hairstyles58:20 See You Next Week!

The boys are back together after a few days in Los Cabos, with plenty of stories to tell before diving into a packed week on Tour... and there's a lot to catch up on!Taylor Fritz wants to join the Servebot Club and proves himself after another big week in Washington, while Brandon Nakashima and Alex Michelsen continue building momentum. The guys also give a shoutout to Arthur Gea and Alexandra Eala's amazing runs.There's plenty of news to get through too, including Djokovic's return in Cincinnati, the stacked US Open Mixed Doubles field, and why Team World might have the edge at this year's Laver Cup.Plus, Sam's failed fasting experiment, Alcaraz's new hairstyle, Cabo behind-the-scenes stories, and enough laughs to keep the group chat busy for another week.00:00 The Boys Are Back00:57 Washington Finals Preview01:28 Is Taylor Fritz Back?02:39 A Tough Week for the Americans04:21 Nakashima and Michelsen on the Rise06:13 Jodar Breakthrough Run08:14 Los Cabos Stories From Behind the Scenes11:01 Arthur Gea Wins Los Cabos15:17 Alex Eala's Breakthrough Week19:42 Sam's Failed Fast and Cabo Chaos20:34 A Quick Memphis Shoutout21:18 Major News21:24 Korda Undergoes Back Surgery23:18 Cincinnati's Loaded Field24:09 US Open Mixed Doubles Preview27:10 Carlos Alcaraz's New Look28:48 Laver Cup Picks30:49 Stevie's Stats 31:34 Bot of the Week33:33 Canada Masters Preview37:44 Zverev Chasing No. 139:19 See You On Thursday!

Episode 200 is absolute chaos from the start as Frances Tiafoe gets dragged onto the pod and immediately lives up to the hype. The guys relive Tommy Paul's wedding: Reilly's unforgettable speech, Tommy getting emotional, Frances losing his shirt, and John cashing a 5-to-1 bet with Querrey because apparently wagering on your friend's tears is perfectly normal.Then Frances looks back on the moment he believed he could make it, while the guys roast his junior forehand. He also shares stories from USTA dorm life, questionable roommates, why he's a driving nightmare, and the early Tour days before revisiting his unforgettable five-set heartbreak against John Isner at the US Open, his awful head-to-head against the boys... and the locker-room trash talk that followed after John's retirement.To celebrate Episode 200, ATP Tinder returns for Part 4 as Frances rates AI-generated versions of ATP stars, leading to nonstop roasting, brutal comparisons, and plenty of casualties.The episode wraps with Summer Buy/Sell picks, Fan Questions, and a reverse quiz game... exactly the kind of hilarious, unfiltered nonsense that's made Nothing Major 200 episodes strong!Chapters:00:00 200th Episode Kickoff00:40 Frances Tiafoe Joins the Pod!01:22 Tommy Paul Wedding Stories03:22 From Juniors to Pro Dream05:58 USTA Dorm Life Chaos09:01 Driving and Rivalries13:26 Early Tour Battles15:53 US Open Heartbreaker17:52 Roland Garros Celebration19:27 Travel Disasters and Miles Program23:35 DC and US Open Energy27:08 Night Match Routine28:53 ATP Tinder... Is BACK!34:06 Fila Tee and Combover35:34 200th Episode Highlights36:28 Tennis Warehouse Ad Read38:12 Buy/Sell Picks for US Swing40:40 Fan Questions44:40 Racquet Grip Sizes48:00 Reverse Quiz Game55:43 Goodbye!

For our special 200th Episode we'll be joined by Frances Tiafoe, so stay tuned for that!!On this episode of Nothing Major, John Isner, Steve Johnson, and Sam Querrey recap their weekend in Memphis for their Nothing Major Exhibition, complete with humidity, rain delays, trash talk, a modified rematch of their 2010 Memphis final, and a doubles display that had John's return game drawing Novak comparisons.The guys also break down the final clay-court ATP 250s of the year, discussing Quentin Halys' title in Kitzbühel, Luca Van Assche's win in Estoril, and Alexander Blockx's rise after injury disrupted his grass season. Plus, they react to Sinner, Alcaraz, and Djokovic skipping the Canadian Masters, debate a 12-day Masters format and the 2028 LA Olympics scheduling clash with Wimbledon, before wrapping up with a preview of Washington DC.00:00 Show Intro and Agenda00:34 Memphis Event Recap01:29 Isner vs Querrey Singles03:18 Doubles and Return Talk04:33 Love 40 Challenge Format06:27 Clay 250s After Wimbledon06:41 Kitzbuhel Halys Title09:54 Estoril Van Assche vs Blockx15:33 Airline Upgrade Drama17:28 Canadian Masters Star Withdrawals22:46 Novak iPod and Longevity Stat24:14 Tech Talk Nostalgia24:32 LA Olympics Scheduling26:11 Opening Ceremony Stories27:57 Stevie Stats Trivia29:46 Shampoo vs Body Wash30:41 Wrapped Minivan Debate31:36 Tennis Players Basketball Five34:01 DC Picks and Matchups36:18 Draper Health and Gear40:47 Doubles Memories and Drama42:19 Episode Wrap

We're excited to announce our new partnership with The Volume! You can still find us on all the same channels, but we're pumped to be joining the team as they help take the show to the next level.For our special 200th Episode we will be joined by Frances Tiafoe, so stay tuned for that!! On this episode of Nothing Major, John Isner, Steve Johnson, and Sam Querrey recap Tommy Paul and Paige Lorenze's star-studded wedding, including Tommy's emotional vows, Frances Tiafoe's memorable dance floor antics, and John cashing in on a long-shot bet.The guys also answer fan questions, debating everything from gingers versus ponytails in a Laver Cup-style showdown to Djokovic vs. Federer through the lens of LeBron and Jordan, while giving an ATP Fantasy update ahead of Montreal and Cincinnati. Plus, Sam puts John to the test with a celebrity guessing game before the episode wraps with bachelor party advice, wedding etiquette stories, and a preview of next week's special guest, Frances Tiafoe.00:00 Joining The Volume00:40 Show Preview Intro01:29 Tommy Paul Wedding Recap06:40 Fan Questions07:55 Gingers vs Ponytails Debate09:28 Tennis Meets Basketball GOATs10:34 Best Ball Golf Talk16:01 ATP Fantasy Roster Moves22:55 Next Segment Tease23:44 Celebrity Quiz Setup24:34 Rapid Fire Pop Stars27:03 Finishing the List28:56 John's Payback Plan30:08 Golf Tipping Drama36:10 Life Advice Bachelor Party Planning39:05 Wedding Social Anxiety40:28 Wrap Up and Tiafoe Tease

On this episode of Nothing Major, John, Stevie, and Sam react to Stefanos Tsitsipas capturing the Gstaad title after firing his father as coach and discuss what the win could mean as the tour shifts to the North American hard courts. They also break down Andrey Rublev's Bastad title, debate which results matter most heading into the summer, and welcome Tennis Channel's Prakash Amritraj to the show.Prakash shares his perspective on what separates today's top players physically and mentally, pulls back the curtain on handling big on-desk interviews, and gives his US Open contenders outside of Djokovic, Zverev, Sinner, and Alcaraz, highlighting Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Felix Auger-Aliassime, and Learner Tien. Plus, the guys preview their upcoming Memphis exhibition matches!00:00 Show Teaser00:23 World Cup Banter01:29 Meet Prakash01:59 Breakfast Gains03:56 Suits And Style05:03 Gym Monsters Talk07:48 Desk Interview Nerves13:13 Broadcast Chemistry15:46 Gstaad Tsitsipas Win21:27 Bastad Rublev Title26:13 Breakfast And Watermelon27:53 Memphis Match Hype28:47 Alcaraz World Cup Moment30:44 Cincy Return And Wrist32:59 Ferrero Era Nostalgia34:02 Cobolli Cornrows37:29 Major Opinions And Stats42:52 US Open Dark Horses46:56 Memphis Preview49:15 Match Strategy And Nerves51:55 Wrap Up And Next Episode

On this episode of Nothing Major, John, Stevie, and Sam recap Tommy Paul and Paige Lorenze's “wedding of the summer” before checking in on the Wimbledon final bracket standings and teasing upcoming punishments for Isner at Wimbledon and Stevie at Roland-Garros. The guys then review their grass-court “buy/sell” picks, breaking down misses on Cam Norrie and Medvedev, debating Lerner Tien's stock, and looking back at where their predictions went right and wrong.They also discuss who's now the best active player without a Grand Slam title after Zverev's Roland-Garros win, landing on Casper Ruud while comparing him with Tsitsipas and Fritz and revisiting retired contenders like Ferrer, Berdych, and Marcelo Rios. Plus, they guess players' pre-match music choices, tease next week's pop-culture name game, and answer fan questions about Wimbledon towels, ball-selection rituals, saying “we” for sports teams, and the possibility of a one-point-slam-style influencer event.00:00 Show Intro and Agenda00:27 Wedding Weekend Recap02:42 Bracket Punishments Talk03:39 Jack and Ad Reads05:38 Grass Stock Review Picks11:20 Best Without a Slam14:41 Guess Their Walkout Music18:11 Jovic Folk Music Guess18:45 Keys And Swiftie Talk19:13 Shelton Rap Debate20:32 Fritz Fake Playlist Theory21:18 Tommy Paul 80s Rock21:40 Quinn And Tien Picks25:16 Sam Tech Issues26:58 Rocky Movies Detour27:57 Fan Q Towels At Wimbledon30:28 Ball Selection Rituals31:41 Stop Saying We Won33:04 One Point Slam Idea34:27 Wrap Up And 100k Push

Upgrade your online protection with an all-in-one security app!Get an exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼https://nordvpn.com/nothingmajor It's risk free with NordVPN's 30-day money-back guarantee!Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code nothing major at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/nothingmajorWelcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition, for its final episode! On this episode of Something Major, Sam and Stevie recap the Wimbledon finals while John Isner misses the pod after a travel delay, breaking down Jannik Sinner's four-set win over Alexander Zverev, the pivotal second-set tiebreak, Sinner's return position on Zverev's second serve, Zverev's fast start and late fade, plus the drama of the closing game.They also cover Linda Noskova's three-set victory over Karolina Muchova, including the missed match points, the momentum swing, and the crucial hold to open the deciding set, while discussing IBM win-probability data, a remarkable Sinner service stat against Zverev, Noskova's top-10 outlook, checking in on the bracket challenge, and teasing Thursday's show.00:00 Wimbledon Finals Recap00:13 Missing Co Host Mystery00:36 Mens Final Overview01:12 Early Momentum Zverev02:44 Second Set Turning Point04:41 Tactics And Percentages06:08 Closing Game Drama06:46 Sinner Ceiling And Goals07:58 Zverev Return Stats Debate12:06 Women's Final Turns Wild12:49 Match Points Slip Away14:03 Resilience Wins the Third14:21 Win Probabilities Breakdown15:22 Third Set Key Moment16:19 Serving Big Under Pressure16:46 Trophy Speeches and Czech Pride17:15 IBM Likelihood Shoutout18:58 Stevie Stat19:38 Noskova's Future Top 1020:45 Bracket Winners and Prizes21:49 Thursday Show Tease and Wrap

Upgrade your online protection with an all-in-one security app!  Get an exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here ➼https://nordvpn.com/nothingmajor. It's risk free with NordVPN's 30-day money-back guarantee!Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code nothing major at checkout. Download Saily app or go to to https://saily.com/nothingmajorWelcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We'll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, John Isner joins Sam and Stevie to recap the Wimbledon semifinals, starting with Jannik Sinner's straight-sets win over Novak Djokovic, discussing his serving, absorbing pace, and why Novak looked outclassed despite extra rest before facing Sinner.They also break down Alexander Zverev's dominant win over Arthur Fery, preview the blockbuster final with Sinner, what Zverev must change, Carlos Alcaraz's wrist issue keeping him out of Montreal, and Sam's wife somehow ending up on the roof.Plus, the guys cover Karolina Muchova's thriller over Coco Gauff, the wins for Linda Noskova and Marta Kostyuk, before previewing the women's final, sharing a remarkable Ostapenko stat, checking in on the bracket challenge, and introducing their new rooftop rescue segment.00:00 Cold Open 00:23 Show Intro Setup00:55 Sinner Stuns Djokovic03:45 Novak Reality Check10:08 Zverev Rolls Fery12:39 Fery Future Outlook15:35 Wimbledon Final Preview22:04 Alcaraz Wrist Update23:04 When Will Carlos Return24:00 Muchova Stuns Gauff27:09 Coco Handles Heartbreak30:50 Noskova Dominates Kostyuk32:54 Preview All Czech Final35:43 Roof Distraction And Reset36:25 Finals Plug And Wimbledon App37:18 Ostapenko Trivia Stat38:12 Bracket Drama And Punishments40:11 Wrap Up And Sign Off

Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We'll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, Sam and Stevie recap the Wimbledon quarterfinals, starting with Novak Djokovic's five-hour, 15-minute thriller over Felix Auger-Aliassime, discussing his fitness, on-court mood swings, and whether two days off before facing Jannik Sinner could make the difference.They also break down Sinner's straight-sets win over Jan-Lennard Struff, preview the blockbuster semifinal with Djokovic, Taylor Fritz's knee issue in his loss to Alexander Zverev, and Arthur Ferys surprise win over Flavio Cobolli to continue his dream Wimbledon run.Plus, the guys cover Coco Gauff's comeback victory over Jessica Pegula, the wins for Linda Noskova, Marta Kostyuk, and Karolina Muchova, before previewing the women's semifinals, sharing a remarkable Djokovic stat, checking in on the bracket challenge, and introducing their new “40-love” lefty challenge against their wives.00:00 Quarterfinals Recap Begins00:30 Novak Ball Smack Moment00:58 Epic Djokovic vs Felix02:01 Wimbledon Curfew Rules05:00 Novak Mood and Roof Talk07:29 Sinner Advances Past Struff09:20 Fery Shocks Cobolli12:03 Fritz Injury Zverev Surge14:59 Semifinal Picks and Preview17:04 Novak vs Sinner Stakes17:59 Courtside Seat Talk19:44 Gauff Beats Pegula21:58 Noskova Grass Surge23:43 Kostyuk and Semis Preview25:35 Muchova vs Gauff Matchup26:55 Noskova vs Kostyuk Picks29:35 Stevie Stat Novak Longevity30:50 Bracket Challenge Update31:39 Lefty Wives Challenge34:11 Wrap and Next Recap

Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We'll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, John and Stevie recap the fourth round at Wimbledon, with Sam away on ESPN duty, starting with Novak Djokovic's four-set win over Roman Safiullin, Roger Federer's return to the Royal Box, and Novak's record-setting 106th Wimbledon match victory.They also break down Felix Auger-Aliassime's five-set win over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, the controversy surrounding a late injury timeout, Jannik Sinner's comfortable straight-sets victory, Taylor Fritz's dominant performance over Alexander Bublik, and Arthur Ferrys upset of Grigor Dimitrov.Plus, the guys cover Naomi Osaka's stunning win over Aryna Sabalenka, the victories for Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Linda Noskova, Karolina Muchova, and Marta Kostyuk and Jasmine Paolini ending Alex Ealas dream run, before previewing and predicting the quarterfinal matchups.00:00 Round Four Kickoff00:13 Mic Trouble and Missing Sam01:28 Sam Querrey Stories02:13 Wimbledon Heat Check03:13 Federer in the Royal Box04:29 Djokovic Round Three Review06:55 GOAT Grass Court Debate09:34 Felix Survives the Drama14:13 Sinner Finds His Rhythm15:27 Fritz Rolling on Grass19:15 Fery Stuns Dimitrov20:54 Fery Fairytale Run21:43 Mens Quarters Set24:55 Osaka Stuns Sabalenka26:48 American Women Advance28:54 Womens Quarters Roundup31:32 Stevies Stat32:09 Mens Quarterfinal Picks35:47 Womens Quarterfinal Picks37:30 Wrap Up And Signoff

Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We'll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap the third round at Wimbledon, starting with Novak Djokovic's four-set win over Arthur Rinderknech and the biggest shock of the day as Daniil Medvedev crashed out to Jan-Lennard Struff despite holding big leads in every set. They also break down Hubert Hurkacz's serving masterclass over Tommy Paul, Jannik Sinner's solid win over Jenson Brooksby, and the surprise runs from Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki.Plus, the guys cover the chaos in the women's draw as Elena Rybakina, Iga Swiatek and other top seeds fall, preview blockbuster fourth-round matchups including Aryna Sabalenka vs. Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula vs. Iva Jovic, and Serena Williams withdrawing from doubles.00:00 Wimbledon Recap Intro00:33 Fourth of July Banter02:40 Djokovic Survives Scare06:06 Medvedev Epic Collapse09:10 Hurkacz Ends Tommy Run11:09 Sinner Still Searching14:17 IBM App14:32 Qualifiers Make Noise16:13 Live Match Check In16:35 Dimitrov Berrettini Pick17:09 Tiafoe Bublik Thriller18:41 Mens Results Roundup18:58 Rybakina Shock Loss20:44 Eala Stuns Swiatek23:00 Pegula And Womens Chaos25:43 Williams Doubles Withdrawal26:50 Sabalenka Dominance Stat27:20 Fourth Round Upset Talk28:44 Womens Fourth Round Picks30:08 Bracket Standings Wrap

Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We'll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap the second round at Wimbledon, starting with Novak Djokovic's dominant win over Stefanos Tsitsipas and whether this is his best shot at a record 25th Grand Slam title. They also break down Jannik Sinner's uneven performance, Matteo Berrettini's impressive run, and the standout results from the American men.Plus, the guys cover the biggest stories from the women's draw, revisit the viral “bob” debate, check the Wimbledon bracket standings, and catch up with Roland-Garros bracket time traveller winner.00:00 Show Returns Intro00:26 Desk Day Recap01:03 Bob Hair Debate02:01 Soccer World Cup Banter03:57 Djokovic Dominance07:42 Djokovic Stats And Mood09:57 Sinner Shaky Start13:07 Stan Farewell Berrettini Surge17:50 American Men Roundup23:54 Andreeva Shock Exit26:04 Eala Mania Rising28:22 Gauff Grit Check31:00 Stevie Stat Djokovic31:56 Third Round Upset Watch33:56 Broadcast Booth Banter35:12 Bracket Standings Stakes37:58 Interview Bracket Winner45:50 Wrap Up

Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition! We will be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historical slam, with episode releases every 2 days. On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap the opening round at Wimbledon, starting with Ben Shelton's upset loss to qualifier Otto Virtanen. They discuss Shelton's inconsistent 2026 season, why his results have been so up and down, and how slim the margins are on grass.Then they break down Jannik Sinner's gritty five-set win over Miomir Kecmanović after five weeks away from competition and a foot blister, before getting into the other big first-round surprises, including early exits for Andrey Rublev, Cameron Norrie, Hubert Hurkacz, and Casper Ruud.Plus, the guys cover Serena Williams' long-awaited return to Wimbledon with a wildcard, her three-set loss to Maya Joint, and what it means to see the GOAT back on Centre Court.00:00 Wimbledon Recap Begins00:26 Davidovich Fokina Breakthrough01:18 IBM Wimbledon App Partnership02:03 Watsonx Features Explained03:35 Shelton Upset Analytics08:28 Ben Shelton Season Swings13:36 Sinner Survives Five Sets18:08 Fucsovics Awkward Moment19:34 Round One Shockers List19:55 Norrie Upset21:50 Wimbledon Breakthrough Story22:08 Why Ruud Struggles Here23:28 Quinn Upset And Men Recap24:53 Ethan Quinns American Ceiling25:33 Nutrafol Hair Debate29:40 Fritz Walkout Fashion30:41 Serena Retrurns35:26 Stevies Stats37:18 Second Round Lookahead Wrap

Nothing Major Wimbledon Bracket is live tomorrow! Register for your chance to win a $2,000 gift card and be a guest on the show - https://bracket.nothingmajorshow.com/nothingmajorJoin us from next Tuesday for Something Major Wimbledon, with episodes releasing every other day! On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie get ready for a packed Wimbledon stretch and react to the biggest story of the week: Marketa Vondrousova's four-year ban after refusing a drug test. The guys break down the whereabouts system, discuss how it works in practice and explain why they feel the punishment is way too harsh.Then they're joined by former British No. 1 Kyle Edmund to talk about building his game around his forehand, his run to the 2018 Australian Open semifinals, the challenges of moving on grass and what makes Wimbledon feel so different from Queen's.Plus, the guys get nostalgic about their favorite Wimbledon traditions, debate seeds and wildcards, including Nick Kyrgios, make some early picks and close things out with a review thanks to our partners at Tennis Warehouse.00:00 Jam Packed Preview00:39 Bracket Challenge Returns02:05 Vondrousova Ban Explained03:45 Whereabouts Strikes System10:07 Kyle Edmund Joins11:35 Edmund Game And Forehand13:50 2018 Aussie Open Run18:00 Grass Season And Clubs25:26 Wimbledon Membership Perks31:09 British Vs American Peeves38:11 Post Interview Wimbledon Nostalgia41:48 Wimbledon House Life43:08 Championship Court Practice44:58 Seeds and Draw Talk46:38 Grass Court Parity48:29 Wildcards and Kyrgios50:54 Picking the Champion53:58 ESPN Wimbledon Prep58:28 Nike Shoe Review01:04:11 Ratings and Wrap Up01:07:50 Jingle Finale

On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap a huge week on grass. They break down Frances Tiafoe's title run in Halle, where he beat Taylor Fritz without facing a break point and finally snapped a seven-match skid against him.Then they head to Queen's, where Francisco Cerúndolo battled through a tough week to win the title and got a special moment with his parents making the trip from Argentina for the final.Plus, the guys discuss Linda Nosková's win in Berlin, Jessica Pegula's momentum heading into Wimbledon, Alexandra Eala's recent form and the biggest story in tennis: Serena Williams' return to Wimbledon singles.00:00 Show Kickoff00:35 Bracket Winner Ghosting02:03 Stevie's Punishment Plan03:07 Behind the Scenes Drama05:44 Tiafoe Wins Halle09:43 Wimbledon Threat Talk13:52 Queens Final Recap19:24 American Wimbledon Chances22:32 Noskova Shines in Berlin24:36 Berlin Breakthroughs28:54 Serena Returns To Wimbledon35:16 Alex Eala Grass Watch38:53 World Cup Bro Debate40:26 Stevie Stats And Servebot42:38 Final Pre-Wimbledon Events44:10 Wrap And Next Episode

Have a question for the show or need some life advice? Visit https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/ and head to the Fan Participation section to submit your questions, stories, or requests for advice!On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam and Stevie take the reins and welcome Diana Shnaider fresh off her Roland-Garros semifinal run.Diana talks about the quick turnaround from Paris to grass season, why she chose NC State as a top junior, and what college tennis was really like before making the leap to the pro tour.She also breaks down her French Open run, including her win over Madison Keys, her battle with Aryna Sabalenka, and the lessons she took from reaching her first Grand Slam semifinal. Plus, thoughts on working with Sascha Bajin & life on tour.The guys finish on fan questions covering first-class travel, tennis finances, Survivor, and social etiquette.00:00 Show Intro00:14 Hosts and Week Preview00:46 Meet Diana Shnaider01:16 Name Pronunciation Story02:33 Home in Moscow03:36 Early Sports and Hobbies04:46 Why NC State10:38 College Life Shock13:43 Dorm Life and Crowds15:51 TV Shows and Staying17:05 Prize Money Talk18:04 Post College Coaching18:54 Bandana and Style20:22 Lefty Game Identity21:17 French Open Breakthrough24:39 Beating Sabalenka27:49 Semifinal Pressure Shift32:25 Tournament Room Requests33:13 Coach Sasha Impact36:00 Hottie Bracket Drama37:07 F1 Favorites and Karting38:41 No License Confession40:36 Post Interview Reactions42:18 Bracket Winner Shoutout43:15 Life Advice Travel Class45:17 Tennis Team Expenses46:50 Survivor Host Debate48:13 Retire That Story49:19 Champ Name Dilemma52:17 Show Wrap and Goodbye

Go to https://kachava.com and use code NOTHINGMAJOR for 15% off your first order.On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie tackle the hottest topic in tennis: John Isner eating on the podcast.Then they get into the biggest story of the week: Serena Williams is back. Serena's return to doubles at Queen's sparks a debate about whether she could make a real singles comeback—and whether anyone should count her out.The guys also break down Ben Shelton's clutch title run in Stuttgart, Kamil Majchrzak's shocking grass-court breakthrough in 's-Hertogenbosch, and Donna Vekic's Queen's Club title as a lucky loser (plus a quick lesson on how lucky losers actually work).Plus: Wimbledon prize money, Carlos Alcaraz's wrist checkup, and rumblings of a US Open mixed doubles boycott.00:00 Intro00:22 The Chewing Controversy02:51 Stuttgart Shelton's Grass Breakthrough07:53 Fritz vs Drop Shot Problem10:36 Den Bosch Name Chaos11:19 Majchrzak Shocks the Top 1015:59 Queen's WTA Vekic Lucky Loser Run22:33 Major News Serena Doubles Comeback24:51 Grass Injury Woes24:58 Fixing Slippery Courts25:56 Serena Wimbledon Talk27:20 Mixed Doubles Boycott Buzz29:39 Wimbledon Prize Money30:15 Alcaraz Wrist Update33:57 Stevie Stats Grass Kings35:00 Servebot Shelton Edition35:53 World Cup Detour37:12 Shelton's Free Cars39:00 Queens vs Halle Fields42:17 Berlin Stacked Draw43:15 Wrap Up

To join ATP Fantasy head to https://play.fantasy.atptour.com/nothingmajorCode to join our Nothing Major league: 981-0H8TXOn the first-ever Thursday episode of Nothing Major, John, Sam, and Stevie review their pre–Monte Carlo clay buy/sell picks, highlighting calls on Arthur Fils, Flavio Cobolli, Joao Fonseca, Alex de Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, and Adrian Mannarino, before shifting to fresh grass-court buys and sells. They update their ATP Fantasy team and standings, make a full grass-season reset around Jannik Sinner, and debate roster value picks and alternates. The guys also talk World Cup excitement and timing in North America, spin a “wildcard wheel” to pick extra national teams to follow, and answer fan questions on bugs and bees on court, judging grunts, and an Isner-vs-Opelka hypothetical.00:00 Thursday Episode Kickoff01:22 Clay Picks Recap03:23 Stevie and John Results06:53 New Grass Picks12:10 Fantasy Team Shakeup17:07 Finalizing Fantasy Picks17:30 Join the ATP Fantasy League17:50 World Cup Hype Check19:49 Tour Life During World Cup21:27 Wildcard Wheel Soccer Teams26:59 Fan Questions Nature Moments29:30 Grunts Locker Room Talk31:07 Isner vs Opelka Debate31:55 Wrap Up and Grass Swing

On this Roland-Garros finals edition of Something Major, John Isner, Sam Querrey, and Steve Johnson recap a dramatic men's final as Alexander Zverev wins his first Grand Slam, regrouping after a tense fourth-set tiebreak and cruising 6-1 in the fifth to beat Cobolli. They also discuss what the title means for his legacy and Hall of Fame case. They debate whether Zverev can add more majors with Sinner and Alcaraz looming, then shift to the women's final where Andreeva wins easily in straight sets ending the Cinderella run from Chwalinska and sparking debate about Andreeva's place among the WTA elite. They also share behind-the-scenes Roland-Garros TV moments, conclude their bracket contest winners.00:00 Intro00:17 Roland Garros Recap Setup01:30 Final Match Breakdown02:37 Fourth Set Turning Point03:16 Bathroom Break Reset06:27 Pressure Off In Fifth08:32 Hall Of Fame Resume10:04 More Majors Debate12:05 Sweaty Shirt Rant14:10 Sam Gets Roasted Live15:44 Cobolli Future Outlook20:25 Was The Event Meh21:53 Andreeva Ends Cinderella Run23:12 Why Fans Loved Poland Garros25:03 Is Andreeva Top Tier Now28:01 Wimbledon Wildcard Debate29:29 Roland Garros Green Room Stories32:10 Bracket Punishments And Results35:28 Winners Prizes And Wrap Up

https://www.tennis-warehouse.comSam Querrey and John Isner open from Paris after the Roland-Garros semifinals. They recap the first men's semifinal that never happened after Matteo Arnaldi pulled out with an illness minutes before playing Cobolli, likely worsened by Arnaldi's heavy time on court. They then discuss Alexander Zverev beating Jakub Menšík, crediting Zverev's high first-serve percentage and baseline control, and preview the final with the guys having Zverev as the clear favorite despite slow starts. Plus they cover the women's semis: Maya Chwalinska's dream run continues after defeating Diana Shnaider with crafty variety and Mirra Andreeva routing Marta Kostyuk comfortably to set up an Andreeva vs Chwalinska final.00:00 Paris Semifinal Scene00:29 Show Intro and Crew01:35 Tournament Vibes Dip02:48 Arnaldi Withdraws Late05:38 Zverev Handles Mensik07:00 Why Zverev Looks Unplayable08:03 Stats Confusion and Tactics10:07 Ties and Ironing Break10:55 Final Preview Zverev vs Cobolli13:02 Matchup Edges and Haircut Talk14:46 Zverev Slow Starts Concern17:03 Women Semis Shock17:51 Chwalinska Crafty Game19:22 Underdog Hotel Story21:05 Wimbledon Wildcard Stakes22:01 Andreeva Dominates Kostyuk23:56 Finals Matchup Predictions26:01 Bracket Time Traveler26:58 Wrap Up 

Thank you to Tennis Channel for the use of the Paris footage. From the green room, Sam & John join Stevie as he kicks off the show with his take on a "Lefkoe style" opener. The crew recaps a dramatic set of Roland-Garros quarterfinals, led by impressive runs from Alexander Zverev, Jakub Mensik, and Cobolli. They break down the biggest performances, debate who has the edge heading into the semifinals, and discuss what's stood out most from the second week in Paris.On the women's side, they react to Sabalenka's title hopes coming to an abrupt end and Shnaider's continued rise. Plus, semifinal predictions and an update on the Nothing Major bracket standings.https://bracket.nothingmajorshow.com/nothingmajor00:00 French Open Stakes00:51 Cold Open Roast01:36 Rating the Monologue03:22 Show Intro and Banter04:17 Quarterfinals Setup05:00 Mensik Beats Fonseca08:54 Zverev Rolls Jodar11:38 Cobolli Upsets Felix16:28 DMV Celebrity Tangent17:09 Women Quarterfinal Shock18:31 Windy Match Debate19:44 Semifinal Surprise Run20:42 Hermes Bag Detour21:27 Kostyuk Streak Talk23:03 Semifinals Set Recap24:14 Men Semifinal Picks27:09 Women Semifinal Picks28:19 Guest Plans Bracket Drama29:53 Wrap Up Thanks

From the green room Sam & John join Stevie after John poetically introduces the show. The crew recaps a wild Roland-Garros Round of 16, led by Joao Fonseca's four-set win over Casper Ruud and a controversial line call that sparks a Hawk-Eye vs. linespeople debate. They hit Zverev's straight-sets win as he becomes a heavy favorite & 19-year-old Jodar rallying from two sets down vs. Pablo Carreno Busta. On the women's side, they react to the first women's night match in 3 years (Sabalenka vs. Osaka), Kostyuk upsetting four-time champ Swiatek, other results, quarterfinal predictions with a surprise guest, and an update on the Nothing Major bracket standings! https://bracket.nothingmajorshow.com/nothingmajor00:00 Roland Garros Cold Open00:28 Bloopers and Banter01:41 Show Setup and Guests02:07 Fonseca Upsets Ruud02:50 Hawk Eye Controversy04:07 Fonseca Forehand Power06:22 Zverev Takes Control08:19 JodarComeback Win09:53 Cobolli Adavances12:07 Felix and Berrettini Recap13:24 Kwame Match and Fine18:27 Night Match20:15 Swiatek Upset 22:22 Wild Third Set Drama23:23 Keys Collapses vs Schneider24:58 Iga Confidence Check25:31 Men's Quarterfinal Picks28:19 Special Guest Women's Picks30:33 Bracket Leaderboard Update31:43 Subscribe Banter and Wrap32:59 Final Goodbyes

John, Sam, Stevie, and special guest Caroline Wozniacki react to one of the biggest matches of the year as João Fonseca takes down Novak Djokovic in a five set thriller at Roland Garros. The gang breaks down Fonseca's incredible comeback, Djokovic's stunning five set record, and whether the draw is now wide open for a first time Grand Slam champion.Meanwhile, Casper Ruud survives Tommy Paul in another five setter, Zverev suddenly finds himself carrying favorite pressure, and the guys debate who's left standing in a draw that has completely exploded over the past few days.On the women's side, Coco Gauff crashes out against Potapova, Iga Swiątek starts looking like vintage Iga again, and the crew closes with Round of 16 predictions, and one final argument over whether they could score a penalty kick against a Champions League goalkeeper.00:00 We're Back!02:32 New Slam Champion Incoming03:00 Fonseca Stuns Djokovic06:50 Novak Praise and Big Stats12:27 Ruud Survives Tommy Paul15:19 Michelsen vs Jodar Drama18:40 Mens Draw Wide Open 19:31 Svajda Story and Cerundolo Bad x Good Brother Debate22:15 Zverev Pressure and Other Results26:16 Womens Draw 28:13 Gauff Match Breakdown30:33 Other Seeds Rolling31:24 Another Upset Analysis32:57 Cirstea Double Bagel34:02 Round Of 16 Picks37:10 Bracket Challenge & Champions League Penalties Debate39:44 Goodbye

John, Sam, Stevie, and special guest Caroline Wozniacki react to one of the biggest upsets EVER at a Major, as Jannik Sinner completely collapses from 6-3, 6-2, 5-1 up against Juan Manuel Cerundolo in the Paris heat. The boys debate the controversial mid match timeout and whether heat might genuinely be Sinner's biggest weakness, leading to a full discussion on genetics, body cooling, acclimation, and what he may need to change long term to survive brutal Slam conditions.Elsewhere at French Open, Frances Tiafoe survives Hubert Hurkacz in five and celebrates by ripping the shirt off, Moise Kouame turns Lenglen into complete chaos, and Jakub Menšík wins a 13-11 fifth set breaker while cramping so badly he leaves the court in a wheelchair. Plus: João Fonseca's comeback, Novak Djokovic keeping the “25” dream alive, and the Alejandro Davidovich Fokina coaching split becoming the messiest storyline in Paris.On the women's side, Elena Rybakina suffers the biggest upset of Round 2, Serena Williams comeback rumors start flying again, and the crew closes with Round 3 predictions, bracket standings, and a looming punishment for whoever finishes last.00:00 Welcome Back!00:21 Sinner Shocking Collapse01:33 Wozniacki Joins Desk02:42 Heat + Cramps Debate06:20 Upset Magnitude Talk09:29 Kouame and Teens Breakthrough11:53 Tiafoe Outlasts Hurkacz14:05 Other Results15:09 Mensik Marathon Cramping16:04 Fokina Coaching Drama 17:55 Rybakina Shock Upset19:46 Baptiste Dramatic Injury 23:09 Serena Comeback Rumors27:13 Round 3 Predictions28:24 Bracket Update And Goodbye!

Something Major is officially back. John, Sam, and Steve return from Paris to break down a chaotic opening round at Roland-Garros: surprise exits, brutal heat, questionable scheduling, and a few retirement-era feelings creeping in. Paris also says goodbye to Stan Wawrinka and hometown hero Gaël Monfils, who may have given the fans one last classic five-set battle.The guys revisit Medvedev's latest clay-court disaster, while somehow Sam still thinks he's got a chance against Sinner. They also break down Basavareddy's fearless drop-shot clinic against Fritz and Casper Ruud surviving heat issues, a fourth-set bagel, and still finding a way through in five. On the women's side, most top seeds handled business before Genie Bouchard joins the show to break down the draw and make her pick for the title... a pretty popular one!Plus, things get predictably sidetracked with heat complaints, stomach issues, and Sam accidentally eating 30 multivitamins because he thought they were gummy candy... just another completely "normal" pod episode!00:00 Something Major is BACK!01:54 Stan / Monfils Last Dances04:50 Court Placement Debate06:21 Monfils Sendoff07:56 Record Heat at Roland-Garros09:03 Top Seeds Cruise and Ruud Survival11:29 Americans and Rising Teens13:33 Medvedev Shock Exit Debate15:12 Sam's BIZARRE Vitamin Mishap19:20 Women's Draw20:24 Svitolina Survives21:50 Americans And Upsets23:52 Mens Round 2 Preview26:58 Genie Joins Pod30:15 Hockey Bar Detour?30:51 Wrap Up

John, Sam, and Stevie officially enter Roland-Garros mode, where one question takes over the entire men's draw: can anyone stop Jannik Sinner? The guys make their picks, debate why Novak Djokovic somehow keeps showing up near the top of the odds board, throw out dark horses, and come up with increasingly ridiculous theories for how Sinner could actually lose.On the women's side, nobody agrees on anything. Iga, Sabalenka, Coco, Rybakina — the board turns into complete chaos as the guys make title picks, argue over who's being underrated, and try to figure out whether taking “the field” might be the safest bet.Plus: Most Beautiful Courts returns with absurd tennis postcard locations, and things completely derail during an overrated TV show draft featuring Yellowstone, Friends, Stranger Things, airport breakfast outrage, and several takes that may age worse than the Roland-Garros predictions.--French Open Bracket Draw is now live! And we are doing a draw for both the men & women. Submit yours to win some amazing Nothing Major prizes! https://bracket.nothingmajorshow.com/nothingmajor

Sam Querrey and Stevie Johnson hold down this two-man episode of Nothing Major, starting with a college tennis weekend in Athens where Stevie and John got inducted into the ITA Hall of Fame. Sam also discovers retirement apparently comes with paperwork and launches a search mission for the legendary ball kid from the Almagro match.Then it's Rome recap time, where Jannik Sinner keeps collecting Masters titles like it's a side quest. The guys break down whether anyone can actually bother him right now, give Casper Ruud and Luciano Darderi some love, and wonder what exactly qualifies as cramps these days.Plus: Svitolina shakes up the French Open picture, Andy Murray joins Jack Draper, Musetti pulls out of Roland-Garros, Carlos Alcaraz lands a Vanity Fair shoot, and Sam gets an unexpected orthodontic evaluation in the middle of Costco.00:00 We're Back!00:20 Hall of Fame Weekend03:34 Retirement Paperwork04:21 Find That Ball Kid!05:10 Sinner Reigns In Rome07:49 Cramps Rules12:17 Ruud and Darderi Runs16:51 American Men Struggle17:19 Svitolina Triumphs18:15 French Open Favorites Talk21:01 Costco Bizarre Story22:18 Is Iga Back... or Not?25:30 Major News: Murray + Draper27:18 Musetti Injury Blow28:45 Alcaraz Vanity Fair29:49 Warm Up Week Events33:48 Why We Run Ads35:07 Sinner Insane Stats38:34 Sinner vs Alcaraz: Who Had the Best 2026... So Far?41:24 Ozempic Weight Loss Talk42:43 Wrap Up And Signoff

John, Sam, and Stevie debate their year-end ATP Top 10 predictions… and things immediately get messy. They somehow turn the Race to Turin into an argument, people start calling each other losers, and there's already concern these picks may age horribly.The guys also hit the Fan Mailbag, including a hypothetical showdown between 2011 Djokovic and 2026 Jannik Sinner, a trip back to Madrid's old ballgirl era, and a juicy Life Advice involving an aggressively planned family vacation that completely splits the group.Then, we're joined by Nick Pachelli, author of The Tennis Court, for a hunt through some of the most beautiful courts in the world. From satellite scouting and random door-knocking to hidden gems most tennis fans have never heard of, Nick shares stories from years spent chasing the game's coolest locations.Plus, Margaret returns for a Major Match update and gives us a “where are they now?” on the chaos... including what happened after the cameras stopped rolling and whether anyone deserves a second chance.00:00 Intro: We're Back!01:14 Most Beautiful Courts in the World!02:01 How The Book Began04:02 Finding Hidden Courts06:09 Favorites Courts and Private Courts Access09:45 Best US Courts16:24 Where To Buy the Book18:10 Favorite Not Seen Moments20:47 Rankings Predictions Begin22:00 Sam Picks Top 1023:07 Stevie Makes His List24:27 Isner's Time!25:15 Comparing The Picks27:29 Fan Challenge28:44 Madrid Ball Crew Talk31:41 Sinner 2026 Vs Djokovic 2011 34:08 Life Advice: Vacation With Annoying People38:40 Margaret Match Update44:28 Wrap Up And Goodbye!

Sam, John and Steve break down everything happening midway through the Rome Open, starting with 20-year-old Dino Prizmic shocking his idol Novak Djokovic, and what that loss could mean for Novak heading into Paris.Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner continues to look like a machine built in a secret Italian lab, entering Paris with better odds than prime Rafa once had. Is it the field… or is Sinner just on another level?On the women's side, Aryna Sabalenka loses to Sorana Cirstea while battling a lower-back issue, sparking a debate about whether Italian hotel beds are destroying players' backs. Things also get heated during the Fonseca-Medjedovic drama, where Joao earns our Major respect for courageously asking Brazilian fans to calm things down after the atmosphere started drifting into football territory. Plus: Grand Slam boycott rumors, “cease and assist”, and Sam continuing his all-out war against Friday podcast releases.00:00 Intro: We're Back!00:50 Sam's Rant: Thursday better than Friday04:57 Djokovic Upset Concerns11:16 Fils Injury Watch14:11 Our Family Tennis Favorites15:40 Sinner Seeking Golden Masters22:10 American Men Struggles24:35 Jodar vs. Tien26:23 Fonseca and Brazilian Crowd Controversy29:19 Medjedovic Ice Cold Win30:36 Sabalenka Upset and Back Issue35:39 Major News: Rune Withdrawl and Slam Boycott 44:00 Mannarino Clay (Bad) Streak45:28 Servebot Double-Bagel Pegula 46:13 The Name Debate49:01 Wrap Up and Sign Off

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/nothingmajor Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guaranteeIf you've got a question, need some life advice, or just want to share something with the guys, head over to the Fan Participation section: https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/On this Friday episode of Nothing Major, the guys welcome TNT host Adam Lefkoe to the pod! Lefkoe pulls back the curtain on landing the Roland-Garros desk job. He talks about cramming for tennis coverage through podcasts and Tennis Channel, then learning on the fly alongside legends like Brian Anderson, Jim Courier, and Lindsay Davenport.Lefkoe also explains how he builds instant rapport with players, the moments that make him most nervous on air, and an uncomfortable interview exchange when Andre Agassi asked Andrey Medvedev about the war in Ukraine. Later, he reveals which guests he'd love to bring back — including Novak Djokovic, Andrey Medvedev, and Coco Gauff — before the group previews major Roland-Garros storylines like Novak's chase for No. 25 and whether Jannik Sinner can survive deep five-set battles.They wrap things up with listener-style questions, sponsorship talk, and a hilarious travel pet peeves draft centered on airport and plane etiquette.00:00 Welcome Adam Lefkoe00:52 Bomber Jacket Talk01:39 Joining Roland Garros04:18 Prep and Player Rapport07:01 Nerves and Legends Desk10:50 Cutting Off On Air12:00 Dream Guests This Year13:42 Tennis Interviews vs Teams17:48 Roland Garros Storylines21:49 Host Intros and Writing25:15 Sinner Five Set Question28:59 Questions Game31:18 Net Walk Etiquette32:10 Sinner Alcaraz Showdowns34:02 Box Support Horror Stories35:23 Coveted Tennis Sponsorships36:32 Warehouse Sponsorship Dreams39:55 Travel Pet Peeves Debate42:02 Plane Bathroom Line Rules48:18 Wrap

To join ATP Fantasy head to https://play.fantasy.atptour.com/noth...Code to join our Nothing Major league: 981-0H8TXThe ATP Fantasy segment was brought to you by our #partner ATP Tour.On this Monday episode of Nothing Major, Sam Querrey, John Isner, Steve Johnson and special guest Steve Weissman recap Madrid and preview Rome. Weissman explains how he writes and runs TC Live, then the group breaks down Jannik Sinner's emphatic 6-2, 6-1 win over Alexander Zverev in a 56-minute Masters final and debates what it would take to beat Sinner, plus where Zverev fits behind Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. They cover Marta Kostyuk beating Mirra Andreeva for a WTA 1000 title, discuss Kostyuk's backflip background, and highlight Hailey Baptiste's upset of Aryna Sabalenka saving six match points. The show hits Kei Nishikori announcing his final season and top players' criticism of French Open prize money. The show then features “Wiseman's Wisdom” backing Arthur Fils, stats on Sabalenka's streaks, and Sam's query comparing popularity of Cristiano Ronaldo, Roger Federer and Virat Kohli worldwide. The show closes with Rome picks, Iga Swiatek concern, ATP fantasy changes, and a closing Pacific-time rant.00:00 Show Kickoff and Guest Intro01:22 How TC Live Gets Made04:54 Madrid Final Sinner Dominates08:41 Can Anyone Stop Sinner10:47 Zverev Ranking Debate13:31 WTA Madrid Kostyuk Breakthrough16:38 French Favorites and Iga Debate18:25 Baptiste Upset and Rising Stock22:44 Nishikori Retirement Talk26:31 French Open Prize Money Fight31:27 Weissman's Wisdom Fils Pick32:52 Arthur Fils Hype Train34:53 Stevie Stats Sabalenka Streak35:37 Serve Bot Zverev Madrid36:17 Most Popular Athlete Debate40:15 Rome Preview Djokovic Outlook41:58 Americans Struggle On Clay44:21 Iga Rome Panic Meter46:37 ATP Fantasy Team Tweaks49:18 Best Dressed And Farewell51:19 Hottie Curse And Time Zone Rant55:07 Wrap Up 

If you've got a question, need some life advice, or just want to share something with the guys, head over to the Fan Participation section: https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/Ethan Quinn joins live from Madrid to talk tour life, Sam calling his first ATP title, and staying cool under pressure. He breaks down his aggressive, forehand-first game, love of serve-and-volley, and the origin of his “Cobra” forehand. From Fresno to NCAA champ at Georgia, he opens up on the harsh jump to pro—losses, College initiations, terrible haircuts, European peeves, and levelling up mentally and technically.Plus: the debut of Major Memories, a new segment dropping every last Friday of the month, and the guys rank Madrid arrival fashion fits, where Diallo shines & Quinn gets roasted.Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/nothingmajor #rulapod #sponsored00:59 Show Preview01:30 Ethan Quinn Joins02:28 Madrid Late Nights03:35 First ATP Title Talk04:30 Staying Calm Competing05:21 Forehand And Serve Volley06:44 Origins Of The Cobra07:45 Fresno Tennis Beginnings10:31 Choosing Georgia11:51 Redshirt To NCAA Champ14:47 Balancing Party And Tennis18:26 Freshman Initiation Haircut20:48 Turning Pro Reality Check26:08 Mental Game And Routines29:03 Miles Points And Money32:08 Prize Money Prank34:43 Funniest Americans35:42 Favorite Non Americans37:21 Beating Euros on Clay38:12 Tour Gossip About Nothing Major39:31 European Pet Peeves42:13 Euro Twin Bed Reveal42:46 Major Memories Photo Game50:50 Madrid Player Fits Breakdown56:46 Ranking The Smoothest Fits58:06 Wrap Up 

Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJORJohn Isner, Sam Querrey, and Steve Johnson open by celebrating 40,000 YouTube subscribers and teasing a new Wayne Bryan jingle. They then break down Madrid: Spanish teen Rafa Jodar becomes the tournament's main attraction with big wins, they note other men's results, Americans' struggles, and Tsitsipas showing signs of life, while Sinner stays on track and they discuss his potential record breaking streak.   On the women's side they cover McNally over Mboko, Pegula's loss, American standouts, illness talk around “shrimp tacos,” concerns about Iga, and Sabalenka beating Osaka.Then they highlight a Real Madrid stadium hit, and react to the massive news of Carlos Alcaraz withdrawing from Roland Garros.00:00 Show Tease and Intro00:16 40K Subscribers Milestone02:07 Dealing With Negative Comments03:30 Sams Bet05:00 New Wayne Bryan Jingle05:53 Madrid Winners Circle Begins06:11 Rafa Jodar Breakout Story14:53 Other Madrid Men Highlights19:16 Americans Struggle in Madrid20:41 Tsitsipas Resurgence Talk23:39 Sinner Outlook and Rome Debate25:38 Madrid Women Updates26:57 Surprise Quarterfinalists27:22 Shrimp Taco Rumor28:20 Iga Panic Button29:24 Sabalenka Osaka Thriller29:58 Baptiste Racket Smash30:41 Eva Lys Pod Plans34:19 Bernabeu Tennis Crossover36:54 Alcaraz Out Of RG42:42 Fritz Breakup Talk44:14 Sinner's Streak47:04 Texting Time Etiquette47:46 College Tennis Crisis53:17 Wrap Up And Jingle