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Hello everyone. This is my interview reel. Contact: http://chrisoddothewriter.com/contact/ Interviews with: 1. ATP Noah Rubin 2. ATP Mackenzie McDonald 3. ATP Karen Khachanov 4. Former ATP Brad Gilbert 5. WTA Bianca Andreescu 6. WTA Aryna Sabalenka 7. ATP Miomir Kecmanovic
Today on the Lucky Letcord Podcast the venerable Steve Flink joins us moments after Angelique Kerber's 6-3, 6-3 victory over Serena Williams in the Wimbledon Ladies' Singles final. We talk about the importance of Kerber's victory, how she got it done, and what went wrong for Serena as well as where she might go from here. We also preview Sunday's men's singles final, which features a rejuvanated Novak Djokovic and Kevin Anderson. Of course we debate the topic that has been on everybody's mind since Day 11 brought us a 6 hour, 36 minute semifinal that tossed the final weekend's scheduling into disarray. Should we or shouldn't we go to a fifth-set breaker at all majors? Steve weighs in on that and the bizarre twist to Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic's semifinal, which was played over two days and under a roof despite bright sunny skies on Saturday at Wimbledon. As, always, thanks for listening, and please, if you like the podcast, please take the time to rate and review us on iTunes. Thanks -- the management.
In today's episode of the Lucky Letcord Podcast we look at the domination of American women at the Championships. Americans have won 57 Ladies' Singles titles at Wimbledon, 21 more than the next closest nation, and the Williams sisters have dominated the lawns of the All England Club like no other duo since 2000, winning 12 of the 18 Ladies' Singles titles at SW19. Serena will bid for her eighth Wimbledon title on Saturday against Germany's Angelique Kerber, and we preview what could be an historic day for Williams while also looking at two American future stars, Cori "Coco" Gauff and Claire Liu. Thanks for listening and enjoy Day 11 of the Championships! As always, a rate and review fo the podcast would be helpful. Thanks -- the management.
Today on the Lucky Letcord Podcast we are joined by Wimbledon Channel Presenter Nick McCarvel. Nick is a rising tennis journalist that works for all four of the majors as well as many other tennis tournaments and outlets. He can currently be found fom now until the end of the Wimbledon fortnight on the Wimbledon Channel. Today we discussed Nick's beginnings as a tennis journalist, from his first New York Times byline, which came at Wimbledon in 2009 (oops) and discuss his transition from behind the scenes covering the Grand Slam beat as a USA Today contributor to his current role behind the camera. We discuss the art of the interview and Nick's philosophy on putting the athlete first. We discuss the one interview that Nick would most like to conduct. And, of course, WE BREAK DOWN DAY 8!!!! It's women's quarterfinals day at Wimbledon and we're all pretty darn excited about it. Thanks to Nick for joining us and thanks to all our listeners. Visit the Wimbledon Channel by firing up your Wimbledon app and clicking on the big Wimbledon Channel Box. You could also visit the Wimbledon Channel playlist on YouTube. Or just go to Wimbledon.com. Cheerio!
In today's edition of the Lucky Letcord Podcast sponsored by Tennis Express we preview Wimbledon's manic Monday with the venerable Steve Flink. Steve was inducted into the International Hall of Fame in 2017 for his intrepid work as a tennis journalism and he is attending Wimbledon for the 42nd consecutive year. Topics discussed: The chaotic first week on the women's side, in which an unprecedented number of seeds failed to reach the second week. The rise of Serena Williams, through the chaos. The intrigue on the bottom half of the men's singles draw where Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin del Potro are all jockeying for position to reach the final. We also hear from: Daria Kasatkina on her amazing success returning serve in week on. Kasatkina also weighs in on the seeds scattering (hint: she doesn't care) Karen Khachanov talks about how he adapts his game for grass as he prepares to face Novak Djokovic in the round of 16. Jelena Ostapenko talks about bouncing back from a difficult Roland Garros. As always, thanks for listening, and please rate and review us on iTunes if you have a moment--it would mean a lot to us. Thanks! -- the management.
Australian Tennis Journalist Matt Trollope (@MattyAT) joins the podcast to discuss a massive Day 6 at Wimbledon for the Aussie stars. Topics discussed include: Thoughts on the struggles of Top 10 seeds on the women's side at Wimbledon. A take on rise of 19-year-old Alex de Minaur. The role of Lleyton Hewitt in de Minaur's development and Hewitt's overall effect on Australian tennis. The play of Nick Kyrgios with a look-ahead to his clash with Kei Nishikori. A nod to undercovered and steadily improving Matthew Ebden. What can we expect from Ash Barty on Day 6?
Today on the Lucky Letcord Podcast we break down the unprecedented carnage that seeds have seen in the first two rounds at Wimbledon. We chat briefly with Stefanos Tsitsipas about the "dive heard 'round Wimbledon." We ask Dominika Cibulkova why she serves like she's 10-feet tall at Wimbledon. Denis Shapovalov talks about wanting to win at Wimbledon too much. We say farewell to Frenchman Julien Benneteau after his final singles match at Wimbledon and ask him about his memories and what's next. Thanks for listening -- please rate and review on iTunes if you like the show! --the Management
Today on the Lucky Let Cord Podcast we hear from Denis Shapovalov ahead of his second-round tilt with Benoit Paire and discuss Caroline Wozniacki's comments about Ekaterina Makarova after the Dane was knocked out of Wimbledon on Day 3. We also briefly dig into Serena Williams serving and sense of humor, and hear a take from Roger Federer on the anniversary of his epic 2008 Wimbledon final with a man named Rafa. Thanks for listening! Please rate and review on Itunes and tell your friends... -- the management
We break down a frantic Day 1 of Wimbledon, hearing from Denis Shapovalov about his Day 2 matchup with Jeremy Chardy, and getting a lesson in match point saved history from Agnieszka Radwanska. We also discuss Roger Federer's Mega Uniqlo deal and Stefanos Tsitsipas' first Wimbledon win. Now we must sleep!
Brad Gilbert of ESPN and Reem Abulleil of Sport 360 and Wimbledon.com join Chris Oddo to talk all things Wimbledon on the eve of Wimbledon. Talking Points, Brad Gilbert interview: 1:40 Brad Gilbert's on Roger Federer's Current grass-court form 2:37 What does Borna Coric's Halle tite mean? 3:43 Does Federer have a bad draw, and does it even matter? 5:05 A look at Nadal (and Brad is tabbing him to win) 7:45 Is there any hope for Shapovalov, Tsitsipas and Coric this year at Wimbledon? 9:45 Brad guesses his Wimbledon record perfectly. 10:45 Brad talks about playing on Centre Court for the one and only time. 14:25 Brad tabs Petra Kvitova for the title. 17:20 will Novak Djokovic have a major under his belt by the end of the season? Talking points, Reem Abulleil interview: 23:15 Reem discusses the many hats she's wearing at Wimbledon this year. 24:15 An introduction to the qualifying scene at Roehampton 26:30 We discuss the key qualifying storylines, including Genie Bouchard and Vera Zvonareva. 30:20 What did we learn from Serena Williams presser re: Deadspin article? 31:55 Wait, Roger Federer was tested by anti-doping seven times in a month? 34:38 A pair of Tunisian's will bid to make their mark at Wimbledon on Day 1 38:10 Is Nick Kyrgios a contender at Wimbledon? He sounds focused, says Reem.
Today on the Lucky Let Cord Podcast we discuss: Where we stand on the men's side after rains halted play on both quarterfinals. What's at stake when Garbine Muguruza and Simona Halep meet on Thursday. HINT: A lot How good has Sloane Stephens been and why is she the favorite to beat Madison Keys again. What did Novak Djokovic's presser really mean, if anything? Thanks for listening!
Today on the Lucky Let Cord Podcast Sharapova vs. Williams: yes it is a rivalry Novak Djokovic on the Rise since Rome Rafa the Menace to Opponents Muguruza on the Cusp of Greatness? Alexander Zverev's #RG18 will be remembered for many years
On edition 32 of the Saucer Pass Podcast we talk... What else--PLAYOFFS? What does Marchand's kiss mean for the Bruins? How good was Evander Kane's playoff debut for the Sharks? Why Artemi Panarin is exactly what the doctor ordered in Columbus
In edition 31 of the Saucer Pass Hockey Podcast we discuss an interesting first night of the NHL playoffs. 1. Drew Doughty gets a hearing with the NHL's Player Safety Dept. What will come of it? 2. The Jets whiteout was awesome and so was Patrick Laine. 3. Sidney Crosby is good at hockey. 4. But Pittsburgh's 7-0 thrashing of the Flyers was JUST. ONE. GAME. 5. Joe Thornton -- will he or won't he?
In edition 30 of the Saucer pass hockey podcast we preview the five playoff series that begin on Thursday: 1. Sharks vs. Ducks 2. Leafs vs. Bruins 3. Lightning vs. Devils 4. Blue Jackets vs. Capitals 5. Predators vs. Avs We probably mucked up our predictions but hey what do we know? Thanks for listening!
In edition 29 of the Saucer Pass Hockey Podcast we preview the three NHL playoff series that begin on Wednesday. Minnesota vs. Winnipeg Philadelphia vs. Pittsburgh L.A. vs. Vegas We roll over some injury talk: Tarasenko Shoulder Surgery Monahan 4 surgeries And then we wonder why the NHL playoff format is so bunk
On edition 28 of the Saucer Pass we rave about the Sedins and their magical last home game in Vancouver. Waxing poetic on the sybiotic sensations. Then we talk about the Blues and the Avs chances. We also talk about how the Ducks might be the team that nobody wants to face in the West. And how Ondrej Kase is a big reason for that. Then we discuss what the heck is going on with Dustin Brown, who was left for dead a few seasons ago. And how about those Predators -- they win the President's Trophy -- but is that a good thing? Thanks for listening!
In edition 27 of the Saucer Pass Hockey Podcast we discuss 1. Why the NHL is getting goaltender interference right. 2. Why the NHL got the call in Florida right. 3. Why referees have no chance to make goaltender interference calls correctly. 4. Why Kyle Connor is a stud. 5. Why Mathew Barzal is an assist machine and where he ranks among rookie assists leaders, all-time. 6. What lessons did the Bruins learn last night in their loss to the Bolts? More more more more more Thanks for listening!
In today's edition of the Saucer Pass Hockey Podcast we talk about Erik Karlsson's puck fishing. We discuss Taylor Hall with a chip on his shoulder and the resurgent Devils. We salute the Sedins again. Hearing fom Joel Quenneville Enjoy, puckhounds.
Today on edition 25 of the Saucer Pass Hockey Podcast we prepare to say goodbye to the Sedin twins. The legendary Swedes have three more games left for the Canucks. We also throw praise on William Karlsson for his amazing between-the-legs goal vs. the Sharks. Props to Taylor Hall and Nico Hischier of the Devils. Goaltending controversy in Washtington? Thanks for Listening and please rate and review Radio Oddo on Itunes. Bye!