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Hosted by Joel & Kim, The Passing Shot was born out of the desire to channel fan passion for the world’s favourite racket sport into a tennis show that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Now, with tens of thousands of downloads under their belt, The Passing Shot brings you weekly catch-ups on the ATP and WTA Tours every Sunday during the season plus interviews with unique guests and round-by-round episodes during Grand Slams. So lend us your ears and we’ll keep you updated on all the latest tennis stories on and off court, with a wandering eye for the sublime to the ridiculous. Ready? Play!

Joel Girling & Kim Mackenzie


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    Davis Cup Final - Italy champions after 47 year drought as Australia's wait goes on

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 50:11


    UTS GRAND FINAL TICKETSTennis Weekly is the official podcast partner of the UTS Grand Final in London. The UTS Grand Final is coming to London's ExCeL Arena from the 15th to the 17th of December.Confirmed players include Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Gael Monfils.For more information about UTS go to www.uts.live For tickets go use the link below:https://www.eventim.co.uk/artist/uts/?affiliate=UTS__________________Italy have WON the 2023 Davis Cup! And Joel and Kim are back one final time live from Malaga to round up all the final day's action from the Palacio de Deportes.Matteo Arnaldi was drafted back in to the Italian team again and came through an up-and-down battle (saving many a break point!) with Alexei Popyrin to put Italy 1-0 up, before Jannik Sinner got Italy across the finish line by demolishing Alex de Minaur for the loss of just 3 games to give Italy their first Davis Cup title in 47 years. Australia finish as runners up for the second year in a row.Joel and Kim chat through the on court action today from Malaga, their experiences of the tournament as a whole, and also look ahead to the 2024 Qualifying draws for both the Davis Cup and the Billie Jean King Cup which were announced today in Malaga.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Davis Cup SFs - Sinner stuns Djokovic TWICE in Italy win, Australia make back-to-back finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 59:20


    UTS GRAND FINAL TICKETSTennis Weekly is the official podcast partner of the UTS Grand Final in London. The UTS Grand Final is coming to London's ExCeL Arena from the 15th to the 17th of December.Confirmed players include Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Gael Monfils.For more information about UTS go to www.uts.live For tickets go use the link below:https://www.eventim.co.uk/artist/uts/?affiliate=UTS__________________Joel and Kim are back in their seaside apartment to catch up on all the Semi Finals action live from Malaga, as Italy and Australia claw their way past their respective opponents Serbia and Finland, albeit it in quite different manners.Jannik Sinner saves 3 match points en route to defeating Novak Djokovic in a dramatic singles rubber, before teaming up with Lorenzo Sonego in the decisive doubles to defeat Djokovic (again!) and Kecmanovic to send Italy into their first Davis Cup Final since 1998.Meanwhile, Alexei Popyrin and Alex De Minaur got the job done efficiently for Australia on Friday, dispatching Otto Virtanen and Emil Ruusuvuori in straight sets and ending the dream of the Finnish team and fans. Australia are aiming to go one better and improve on their runner up position from the 2022 Finals.The stage is set for a thrilling final between Italy and Australia on Sunday, with the 2023 Davis Cup title all to play for.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Davis Cup QFs - Sinner's Show, Djokovic leads Serbia sweep and 'bandgate' boils over

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 50:28


    UTS GRAND FINAL TICKETSTennis Weekly is the official podcast partner of the UTS Grand Final in London. The UTS Grand Final is coming to London's ExCeL Arena from the 15th to the 17th of December.Confirmed players include Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Gael Monfils.For more information about UTS go to www.uts.live For tickets go use the link below:https://www.eventim.co.uk/artist/uts/?affiliate=UTS__________________Joel and Kim are in sunny Malaga for the Davis Cup Finals, where the Final 8 countries have been battling it out for the chance to take home the so-called ‘World Cup of Tennis'.With Serbia dispatching Great Britain in the two singles rubbers to progress through tp the semi finals, and Italy clawing past The Netherlands in a decisive doubles rubber, it looks set for a Sinner v Djokovic rematch on Saturday, with the pair meeting for the 3rd time in less than two weeks.Meanwhile, surprise package Finland knocked out defending champions Canada and Australia came back from the brink to put an end to Czech hopes thanks to the heroics of Aussie Number 1 Alex De Minaur.In other news, Joel and Kim also discuss the announcement of Sky Sports UK's tennis coverage for the 2024 season onwards.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Djokovic seals record seventh Tour Finals title, farewell Prime TV coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 54:18


    UTS GRAND FINAL TICKETSTennis Weekly is the official podcast partner of the UTS Grand Final in London. The UTS Grand Final is coming to London's ExCeL Arena from the 15th to the 17th of December.Confirmed players include Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Gael Monfils.For more information about UTS go to www.uts.live For tickets go use the link below:https://www.eventim.co.uk/artist/uts/?affiliate=UTS__________________Joel and Kim are back to catch up on the week in tennis, including Novak Djokovic winning a record breaking 7th ATP Finals title in Turin with a defeat of home favourite Jannik Sinner in the final, and Britain's Joe Salisbury defending his end of season title with partner Rajeev Ram.They also look ahead to the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga which get underway imminently, mark the end of Amazon Prime's 5 years of tennis coverage in the UK and consider whether Alcaraz's prediction that Jannik Sinner will reach the World No.1 ranking in 2024 is likely to come true.Joel also tests Kim and the listeners to one final Par For The Courts for the season - you won't want to miss it!__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Djokovic wraps up No.1 rank, Canada lift BJK Cup + Mouratoglou interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 66:18


    UTS GRAND FINAL TICKETSTennis Weekly is the official podcast partner of the UTS Grand Final in London. The UTS Grand Final is coming to London's ExCeL Arena from the 15th to the 17th of December.Confirmed players include Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Gael Monfils.For more information about UTS go to www.uts.live For tickets go use the link below:https://www.eventim.co.uk/artist/uts/?affiliate=UTS__________________The end of the season is in sight - but there's no let up! Join Joel, Kim and Chris as they discuss Canada storming to their first Billie Jean King Cup victory in Seville, and Ugo Humbert beating Adrian Mannarino to that all important Year End French Number 1 position as both players claimed ATP titles in Metz and Sofia respectively.The ATP Finals are also underway with Djokovic coming through an opening battle with Holger Rune and Carlos Alcaraz succumbing to Alexander Zverev on the quick courts of Turin, and the trio also look ahead to this year's new rules for the upcoming Next Gen Finals.In advance of next month's UTS Grand Final in London, Joel also got to speak with UTS Mastermind Patrick Mouratoglou, an interview which you can hear in full in this episode.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Swiatek back on top after more chaos, Djokovic delivers again in Paris

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 68:24


    UTS GRAND FINAL TICKETSTennis Weekly is the official podcast partner of the UTS Grand Final in London. The UTS Grand Final is coming to London's ExCeL Arena from the 15th to the 17th of December.Confirmed players include Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Gael Monfils.For more information about UTS go to www.uts.live For tickets go use the link below:https://www.eventim.co.uk/artist/uts/?affiliate=UTS__________________In the latest episode of Tennis Weekly, Joel, Kim and Chris are back to talk all things WTA Finals and the Paris Masters, as Iga Swiatek sweeps to the title in Cancun in convincing fashion, and Novak Djokovic claims his 7th Paris Masters crown.They also discuss the latest in the abuse allegations facing Alexander Zverev, catch up on the AELTC's expansion plans for Wimbledon and look ahead to this week's Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Seville.Joel also tests Kim, Chris and the listeners knowledge of the big servers over the years and they debate whether the WTA needs a new chief executive amidst the recent WTA difficulties in Cancun.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Cancun chaos as WTA Finals begin, Sinner reels in Top 3 + Felix finds form

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 59:48


    Joel, Kim and Chris are back to catch up on the past week on tour, including FAA's return to title winning ways in Basel, Sinner getting the better of Daniil Medvedev in a fantastic three set Vienna final and Beatriz Haddad Maia clinching the WTA Elite Trophy over home hope Qinwen Zheng.The trio also discuss the controversy in Cancun over the WTA's setup of the WTA Finals, Iga Swiatek's quest to regain the No.1 ranking and inspired by the Opening Ceremony, whom they would take on a red carpet as a 'plus one' given the chance.Chris also rewinds tennis a decade by testing Joel and Kim with a retro London World Tour Finals trip down Memory Lane.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Super Shelton dials in Tokyo, Rune brings back Becker and WTA bankrupt?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 65:11


    Never a dull week on the tour for the Tennis Weekly trio as they take in all the major highlights and talking points over the last seven days which saw Gael Monfils back to winning ways at the Stockholm Open, Ben Shelton clinching his debut tour title in Tokyo and the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation VP making some worrying claims about the future state of WTA Finances.They also discuss Emma Raducanu's latest coaching comments, which player they'd like to see get a David Beckham style Netflix documentary series, Elise Mertens's dominance in Tunisia plus look ahead to the WTA Elite Trophy in Zhuhai this week.Joel also gives Kim and Chris a tough Par For The Courts which goes down to the wire….__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Polish power sweeps up Asia 1000s, Federer returns and WTA Final 8 is fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 59:58


    In the latest episode of Tennis Weekly, Joel, Kim and Chris are back to round up all the action from the Asian Swing, which has seen a host of tournaments grace the headlines and screens in the past two weeks.With Hubert Hurkacz winning in Shanghai in a dramatic final against Andrey Rublev, Iga Swiatek taking home yet another 1000 Title in Beijing and Qinwen Zheng delighting home fans with a win in Zhengzhou along with some karaoke, there are plenty of results to sink their teeth into.The trio also discuss Roger Federer making an appearance in Shanghai, Leylah Fernandez picking up the Hong Kong title and switching to basketball shoes, Jessie Pegula taking home the trophy in Seoul, as well as looking ahead to the player fields for the WTA Finals in Cancun and the WTA Elite Trophy in Zhuhai.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Jabeur joy as Sinner steps up, Sunday start for AO, Beijing/Shanghai updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 60:29


    The Asian Swing has arrived with Joel, Kim and Chris on hand to discuss all the events so far from Tokyo and Beijing 500s (including Wednesday finishes!), plus the start of the Shanghai Masters and WTA 1000 event in Beijing.They recap on Sinner's first victory over Daniil Medvedev to claim the Beijing title, Kudermetova upsetting the top seeds to win Tokyo, Ons Jabeur being back to title winning ways in Ningbo and Adrian Mannarino taking home the Astana Open (and remaining as the all important French number 1!)The trio also discuss the Australian Open announcing a new Sunday start from 2024, the US Open canceling next year's Wheelchair Event and they trial another rendition of Joel's game which tests career high ranking knowledge. Listen in and join the fun!__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Sakkari silences critics, Laver Cup lulls on and WTA incurs Rybakina's wrath

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 58:57


    Joel, Kim and Chris are back together to catch up on the past week on tour, which saw Maria Sakkari end her title drought by clinching the WTA1000 event in Guadalajara and Team World thrash Team Europe in the latest edition of the Laver Cup.With contentious performance byes, the release of the Davis Cup Finals draw and a new venue for the WTA Finals in Cancun, the trio discuss all the latest news from the tennis world, not to mention Novak Djokovic's meeting with a goat and Annabel Croft's debut on Strictly Come Dancing in the UK!Joel also unveils a new game to Kim and Chris and the listeners and they briefly look ahead to this week's tournaments including the WTA500 event in Tokyo and the Astana Open in Kazakhstan.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Davis Cup Special #3 - Epic GB make Final 8 in Malaga, USA woes continues + Rune exclusive

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 64:11


    GB have done it, they have qualified for the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga! It came down to the final game of the final tie in Manchester and what a match it was. Dan Evans and Neal Skupski sealed the win, saving 4 match points to book their place in the Finals. Also in the finals will be Australia who defeated Switzerland 3-0 to guarantee their place in the last 8. Big wins for Alex de Minaur and rock solid doubles team and former Wimbledon Champions, Purcell and Ebden.We also had the Davis Cup tie between Denmark and Brazil covered thanks to roving reporter Alina Soponar and production assistant Christoffer Tunsäter. We got an English language exclusive on Holger Rune's take out from his 2023 season, reuniting with his childhood coach and plans for 2024 to mitigate injury.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Davis Cup Special #2 - Murray's emotional win as AUS dig deep, Halep ITIA report unpacked

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 56:10


    Andy Murray gets another Davis Cup win in Manchester. Chris and Joel are on site to unpack all the action and the emotional victory for Andy.GB stay undefeated and on track to make the Finals in Malaga. Hosts Spain crash out and the talk of the press room is about whether a neutral location and the existing format can be a success or will it have to change.Stan Wawrinka and Andy Murray give their opinions on the lack of crowds and how Spain can sell tickets to the Finals without Nadal or Alcaraz.They also had time to comb through the full Halep decision report from the ITIA, bringing to light many questions and further talking points.ITIA Simona Halep full report__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Davis Cup Special #1 - Draper delivers in GB win, Stan slams crowds + Halep ban reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 47:20


    Tennis never stops and Tennis Weekly are on the road with Joel and Chris in Manchester for one of the four Davis Cup Finals Group stage events with GB, Australia, France and Switzerland.On this episode, they chat about Jack Draper's dream debut win for GB as they pull through against Australia, with Dan Evans also enjoying victory against current no.12 Alex De Minaur.Elsewhere, they react to the news that Simona Halep has been banned from tennis for four years by the ITIA and look at the complicated issue of Davis Cup crowds with Stan Wawrinka and Gerard Piqué getting stuck into the debate on social media.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: Finals - King Djokovic still in class of his own, Summer of Gauff gets fitting climax

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 56:00


    It's Finals weekend at the US Open and Joel, Kim and Chris reunite to round up the results, which saw Coco Gauff win her maiden Grand Slam title and Novak Djokovic become a 24-time Grand Slam Champion as he continues to make history on the court.With Gauff fighting back from a set down to put aside the new world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka and become the fairytale story of New York, and Djokovic winning a marathon 2nd set on his way to a straight sets victory over Alcaraz's conqueror Daniil Medvedev, the trio discuss all the key talking points from both finals.They also reflect on the Ladies and Mixed Doubles Finals, Wheelchair Events and look beyond the US Open and ahead to the Davis Cup this week in Manchester where Tennis Weekly (Joel and Chris!) will be in attendance.__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: SFs - Djokovic has Shelton's number, Medvedev spoils Alcaraz party, Gauff-Sabalenka showdown set

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 65:36


    In the latest episode of Tennis Weekly, Joel, Kim and Chris are back (in parts!) to round up all the action from the men's and women's semi final action at the US Open. With Daniil Medvedev springing a surprise to topple top seed and defending Champion Carlos Alcaraz, and Aryna Sabalenka fending off a tough Madison Keys to make her second Slam final of the year, there is lots to discuss!From Djokovic hanging up the phone on Ben Shelton's run through the tournament to Coco Gauff keeping her Slam dreams alive and on track for her first Slam victory, the gang catch up on the main talking points from the past few days.They also celebrate Joe Salisbury's 3rd straight US Open Men's Doubles title with partner Rajeev Ram, former Tennis Weekly guest Gaby Dabrowski making the Ladies Doubles final and they reveal the outright winner of this edition of Collect A Set!__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: QFs - Shelton sizzles as Gauff goes up a gear, Medvedev survives NYC heatwave

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 55:48


    Kim and Chris are back in action to discuss the Quarter Final headlines from the US Open, which saw young Americans Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton make it into the Final Four at their Home Slam, and new World Number 1's Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka proceed comfortably through with straight set scorelines.From Muchova's extended bagel break, Djokovic's unique form of crowd control, JPeg's doubles prowess and Salisbury back in the semis of the men's doubles again, there is plenty to catch up on, not to mention the latest update from Collect A Set, which is still all up for grabs.Chris also regales listeners with his highlights from New York, including a Tennis Weekly review of the famous Honey Deuce cocktail.__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: R4 - Penko Power shocks Swiatek as Sabalenka new No. 1, Is Shelton the real deal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 61:21


    Ostapenko pulls off the biggest upset of the US Open beating Swiatek and stripping her of the number one ranking. Joel and Chris analyse the fallout including Sabalenka's rise to the top. They discuss Iga's grand slam season and what 2024 might hold for her. Although Jack Draper bowed out, the American men have continued to win with three making it through to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2005 and one guaranteed finalist. Taylor Fritz faces off against Novak Djokovic whilst Frances Tiafoe takes on Ben Shelton.Coco Gauff and Madison Keys are flying the flag in the women's draw and Joel and Chris unpack their quarter-final match-ups and prospects.They also do a collect a set quick update to see who will get the slam spoons of shame out of Joel, Chris and Kim. __________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: R3 - Team USA surges on but Brits down to Draper, Djokovic's Djere-ing escape

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 60:42


    Joel and Chris cover all Round 3 events in Flushing Meadows, from Djokovic's Djere escape to Jack Draper making the second week of a slam for the first time.Chris is still reporting from New York experiencing the US Open first hand and provides the inside courtside scoop on the action.Wozniacki keeps her dream run alive, Pegula scuppers Svitolina's chance to go further than Wimbledon and the US Men keep winning with four players still in the singles mix to bring the title home.As always they make predictions (or try to) for the order of play and preview the last 16 as things get to the business end in the Big Apple.__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: R2 - Wozniacki turns back time but Tsitsipas + Ruud fall, Is this it for Murray?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 61:57


    We are live from the US Open. Chris is courtside in New York and reporting live from the grounds as we talk Alcaraz, Djokovic and the upsets of Round 2. They cover the British success with seven brits through to Round 2 and four through to Round 3. They talk Ruud and Tsitsipas upsets as well as the upset of the women's draw with returning Caroline Wozniacki taking out the world number 11 in straight sets under the lights of Arthur Ashe. They preview the next round of matches and discuss who Chris' collect a set picks are, and spoiler alert he has already got some wrong!__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: R1 - Gauff survives a scare as Rune is rumbled, Brits get off to a New York flyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 53:12


    It's Flushing Meadows time in New York City! Joel and Kim are back to chat through the main highlights from almost all of Round 1 at the US Open.With Brits Miyazaki, Boulter and Norrie all through in straight sets at the time of recording, Novak Djokovic reclaiming the world Number 1 ranking, Dominic Theim getting his first Slam win in over 2 years and Coco Gauff surviving a tetchy encounter against Laura Siegemund, there is plenty to serve up this episode.Joel and Kim also reveal their personal Collect A Set predictions (the less said about Joel's Tsitsipas prediction the better) whilst Chris lands in New York ready to tackle the tennis live from the grounds.__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    US Open: Preview - Can anyone stop Alcaraz-Djokovic? Will Swiatek stay World No.1?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 60:24


    The Tennis Weekly trio reunite to chat all things US Open as the final slam of the year lies just around the corner.Joel, Kim and Chris preview the women's and men's singles draws, with an eye on who is most likely to be taking home that silverware in a fortnight's time. Approaching the draws quarter by quarter they assess the top seeds routes through the draw and earmark potential upsets before boldly making their own predictions (and trying to avoid the infamous Slam Spoon of Shame!).They also announce the six player picks for the US Open 2023 Collect A Set Challenge so get ready to submit your predictions to be in with a chance to win a coveted Tennis Weekly prize!__________________AG1 PROMOTIONHead to drinkAG1.com/TENNISWEEKLY and get a FREE one-year supply of AG Vitamin D3+K2, plus five AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase of AG1__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.Or buy our merch at Tennis Weekly Store - all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! **Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Djokovic exacts revenge on Alcaraz in classic, Summer of Gauff continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 59:06


    Joel and Kim are reunited to round up on all the Finals action from Cincinnati, which saw Novak Djokovic avenge his Wimbledon defeat to Carlos Alcaraz with a marathon Masters victory in just shy of 4 hours, as well as Coco Gauff claiming the biggest title of her career (again!) with a straight sets win over Karolina Muchova.Elsewhere, Britain's Jamie Murray succumbed in the doubles final with his partner Michael Venus, Iga Swiatek speaks out about online abuse following her semi final loss to Coco Gauff, retirements abound off the back of a gruelling North American hard court swing and news has broken that the WTA Elite Trophy is back in Zhuhai for 2023.Joel and Kim also discuss which active ATP player is the best to not have won a Masters or Grand Slam, and where on earth the WTA End of Season Finals will take place this season.__________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Sinner comes to the party in Toronto, Pegula asserts slam creds in Montreal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 63:16


    The players are making their final preparations for the US Open and Joel and Chris are here to discuss who impressed them at the National Bank Open in Montreal and Canada. Will Jessica Pegula take her blistering form to Cincinnati and Flushing Meadows? Has Jannik Sinner cemented his spot as a favourite for the title in the Big Apple? They also unpack the debate and uproar around scheduling in Montreal, where Rybakina and Kasatkina finished at 3am after a 3 hour and 27 minute duel. Samsonova was on double duty on finals day as well as earlier in the week and this lead to a whitewash WTA Final. There is a mysterious player for Joel to identify and the Davis Cup teams are announced for the Finals in September. They preview the Western & Southern Open and make their predictions for the finals and eventual Champions. __________________TENNIS WEEKLY MERCHTo browse and purchase from limited edition merchandise designed by Krippa Design go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TennisWeeklyPodcast All proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do! __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Gauff answers critics in DC, Thiem and Evans resurgence from nowhere

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 58:34


    On today's pod Joel & Chris talk about Coco Gauff and Dan Evans winning the biggest titles of their careers in Washington and what led to their breakthrough at 500 level. They cover off the events elsewhere in Prague and notably Dominic Thiem's return to an ATP final at home in Kitzbuhel. Joel sets a Roger Federer themed ‘par for the courts' quiz that pushes Chris to his limits. Joel & Chris also talk about the introduction of ‘video technology reviews' at the US Open inducing ‘foot faults and ‘hindrance' calls, watch out Iga Swiatek! They also look ahead and preview the draws in Montreal and Toronto as the National Bank Open kicks off as the first 1000 event in the lead up to the US Open. __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Swiatek + Fritz lead trio of home honours, Russia fallout dominates tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 61:12


    Back on the tour, back as a three! Chris returns from his travels in Hamburg and is reunited with Joel and Kim to catch up on all the hard and clay court action from the past week on the ATP and WTA Tours.With Champions Iga Swiatek, Taylor Fritz and Sascha Zverev enjoying home success in Warsaw, Atlanta and Hamburg respectively, and first time titles for Arantxa Rus and Elisabetta Cocciaretto in Hamburg and Lausanne, there is tons of tennis and trophies to talk about (not to mention Nick Kyrgios's Pokémon back tattoo!)With politics at the fore, the trio chat about Andreeva's skeptical social media liking, the Prague Open banning Russian and Belarussian players, and the Citi Open pre-warning audiences of the upcoming lack of handshake in Svitolina vs. Azarenka.Meanwhile, Joel gives Kim and Chris a testing Par For The Courts, and they look ahead to the combined Washington DC event this week which sees a jam packed women's draw and a seeded Andy Murray hoping for a strong week on tour.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    TW Meets... Casper Ruud, Andrey Rublev and Magnus Norman at Nordea Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 53:48


    In a special episode of TW Meets... Chris gets to sit down and chat with current Top 10 players Casper Ruud, Andrey Rublev plus former World No. 2 and Tournament Director Magnus Norman at the Nordea Open.We hear from Ruud on his approach, where he thinks his level is currently at and what he made of home hope Elias Ymer's suspension as it broke in the media. In addition, Rublev talks his clothing brand 'Rublo' as well as reveals the players he gets mistaken for in the locker room!Chris also gives a fan's guide to the Bastad event plus chats to Magnus Norman about his role as Tournament Director at the event and what it means to him.Episode produced by Alina Soponar.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Rublev revels in clay comforts, Hopman Cup makes subdued return in Nice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 56:01


    In the first post-Wimbledon Tour catch-up, Chris and Kim are back together to round up the action from across the ATP and WTA Tours with 250s abound in Bastad, Gstaad, Newport, Palermo and Budapest as we see the return of the Hopman Cup in a new location and time of year.With Andrey Rublev getting the better of Casper Ruud (and his dog!) at the Nordea Open, three first time tour titalists in Pedro Cachin, Qinwen Zheng and Maria Timofeeva, and Adrian Mannarino using experience to overcome young American teenager Alex Michelsen in Newport, they reflect on the past week's movers and shakers on tour, as well as touching upon unsporting and controversial scenes at the Hungarian Open.Look out for a special bonus episode from Bastad later in the week, with Chris sharing his insight from a week on tour at the Nordea Open featuring interviews with Casper Ruud, Andrey Rublev and Magnus Norman.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    EXCLUSIVE TW Meets... Fifteen-Love (Prime Video) writer Hania Elkington, Naomi Cavaday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 47:31


    Fifteen-Love is out now and Tennis Weekly has an EXCLUSIVE interview with the show's creator Hania Elkington alongside tennis star and script consultant Naomi Cavaday about the must watch Aidan Turner and Ella Lily Hyland tennis drama.The show is centered around Justine, a former tennis prodigy who makes an explosive allegation against her former coach. After the allegation, everyone is forced to reconsider what they thought they knew about their past success.Join Joel & Chris as we chat with Hania and Naomi about the inspiration behind the show, the challenges of getting tennis scenes done right on film (Zendaya anyone?) as well as who they have been impressed with over the last Wimbledon fortnight.**This episode was recorded Thursday 13th July**__________________FIFTEEN-LOVE ON AMAZON PRIMEFor UK & Ireland listeners, Fifteen-love is available now to watch on Prime Video from 21st July 2023.If you're not yet a Prime member, you can sign up for a free trial.Or if you are only interested in Prime Video, you can sign up for Prime Video on its own for £5.99 per month.Watch the trailer for Fifteen-Love here.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wimbledon: Finals - Djokovic dethroned by almighty Alcaraz, Vondrousova scales new heights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 56:09


    In our final Wimbledon episode, Joel, Kim and Chris wrap up all the action from Finals weekend at SW19, which saw first time Wimbledon Champions Carlos Alcaraz and Marketa Vondrousova crowned.With Carlos Alcaraz defying Djokovic's bid for a record equalling 8th Title, and Marketa Vondrousova getting the better of a disappointing Ons Jabeur to become the first unseeded women's Wimbledon Champion in the Open Era, there is plenty to discuss.British success was also claimed by Neal Skupski as he added the Men's Doubles to his Slam collection, whilst Henry Searle wins the boys singles for the first time since 1962 and Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett claim another Slam together.The trio also reveal the winner of the latest edition of Collect A Set after 5 contenders battled it out in a tiebreak.__________________BRODIES TENNIS INVITATIONALFor 10% off tickets to The Brodies, go to https://brodiesinvitational.com/tickets/ and use code WEEKLY10 at checkout.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wimbledon: SF - Djokovic vs. Alcaraz is SET, 'New' Jabeur gets finals redemption chance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2023 61:24


    On today's Wimbledon Semi-Final and Final Preview, Joel Kim & Chris unpack the action from Centre Court across the gentlemans and ladies singles draws. Chris and Joel talk all things Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz to prepare for the ultimate final showdown in tennis. They will contest the number 1 ranking and Djokovic will be playing to extend his all time grand slam lead, keep his calendar grand slam on track and secure a record equalling 8th Wimbledon title. Kim then joins Joel to talk about the Ladies' Semi-Finals. Joel was courtside to see the action and he gives his take on the performances. Ons Jabeur will face off against Marketa Vondrousova. Both former Grand Slam Finalists looking to secure their first major, can Ons go one further this year? __________________BRODIES TENNIS INVITATIONALFor 10% off tickets to The Brodies, go to https://brodiesinvitational.com/tickets/ and use code WEEKLY10 at checkout.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Wimbledon: QF - Rybakina revenge for Jabeur, Svitolina stuns Swiatek, Sinner breaks SF duck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 58:48


    Joel and Kim are back to round up on the Quarter Final action from SW19, with the Final Four of both the Men's and Ladies Singles Draws now set.From Ons Jabeur avenging her loss in last year's Final by knocking out defending Champion Elena Rybakina in a 3 set tussle, wildcard Elina Svitolina knocking out World Number 1 to continue her dream return to the tour and Daniil Medvedev putting Chris Eubanks's inspired grass court run to an end, there is plenty to discuss from the past two days of play.Novak Djokovic still looks on course to win his 8th Wimbledon title, whilst young guns Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are still in the draw hoping to spring an upset. Meanwhile, Marketa Vondrousova goes deep at a Slam for the first time in 4 years - will she make another Grand Slam Final out of seemingly nowhere?__________________

    Wimbledon: R4 - Swiatek survives scare as Azarenka booed off, Late curfews continue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 62:43


    On today's Round 4 Wimbledon catch-up, Joel and Chris recap all the shocks and surprises from the start of the second week at SW19.Stefanos Tsitsipas is upset by Christopher Eubanks, Kvitova wins just 3 games against Ons Jabeur and Elina Svitolina defies the seedings (and makes the most of her wildcard) to reach the Quarters. They touch upon some of the scheduling issues around late finishes on Centre Court. Chris gives his first hand perspective after two days on Centre Court and how matches not being completed impact the most committed tennis fans, camping in the queue. They also provide a Collect-a-set update and it's no surprise Kim is out in front with 3 points already secured.__________________

    Wimbledon: R3 - Schedule catches up as Murray falls short, Berrettini back to his best

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 55:07


    Sunshine at last (for the most part)! Joel and Kim are back to catch up on Round 3 action from SW19 which saw all remaining Brits in the singles draws drop out, and former Champions progress comfortably.From Alejandro Davidovich Fokina's disastrous underarm serve and Bianca Andreescu's rain delay record to Ekaterina Alexandrova and Chris Eubanks's recent grass court form, Joel and Kim touch upon the highlights from SW19 from the past two days.Collect A Set picks Andy Murray and Donna Vekic also fall, whilst Petra Kvitova powers through and Frances Tiafoe clings on in a delayed encounter with Grigor Dimitrov.With continued scheduling concerns and rounds gone haywire there is plenty to discuss!__________________

    Wimbledon: R2 (Live from The Queue!) - Broady leads the Brits, Iga hits the grass running and Kontaveit says goodbye to tennis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 50:14


    After Tuesday's downpour Wimbledon is playing catch-up with Round 2 almost complete. Kim and Chris guide you through the events of Day 3 and then report LIVE from the Wimbledon queue. Kim returning from a day full of action and Chris preparing to camp overnight to watch Djokovic, Alcaraz, Swiatek and the completion of Murray Tsitsipas on Centre Court.Kim tells Chris about all the action from Day 4 where she saw the likes of Kenin, Garcia and Andreeva power into Round 3 and summarises her time at Wimbledon so far. They also speak about Taylor Fritz crashing out to Mikael Ymer and just how wide open the draw is this year.__________________

    Wimbledon: R1 - Rain ravages schedule as Gauff exits early, Chaos in The Queue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 55:43


    It's been a very wet and chaotic start to The Championships this year, with the first round not completed at the end of Day 2.Joel and Chris are here to make sense of the madness of Day 1 and the handful of matches that were completed under the two roofs of SW19. We have seen Coco Gauff crash out to former slam champion Sofia Kenin, Andy Murray make easy work of a fellow Brit and Svitolina secure a straight sets with over returning 5 time Champion Venus Williams. They tackle the teething problems with this years' queue with Joel and Chris are divided on its future as Kim calls in to offer her take as a ‘veteran' of the Wimbledon tradition. Finally they reveal their Collect-A-Set picks including a champion prediction from Joel as Chris looks to redeem himself post Coco Gauff exit.__________________

    Wimbledon: Draw Preview - Murray plays fellow Brit, Tsitsipas faces Thiem test and Venus Williams returns to SW19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 58:50


    The Wimbledon Draw is out!Fresh off the back of a trip to The Boodles earlier in the week, Kim and Chris dust off their Wimbledon tents, get their strawberries out and sink their Pimms-stained teeth into the 2023 Wimbledon Singles draws, looking at projected quarter final match ups, top seeds' pathways and first round highlight matches.They consider the draws quarter by quarter, make some potentially regrettable predictions and also reveal the anticipated Collect a Set player picks for this year's Wimbledon edition.In addition, the latest Wimbledon poster art generates some controversy at Tennis Weekly HQ and we hear from Felix Auger-Aliassime and Borna Coric about which player, past or present, they would join the Wimbledon Queue for.Danish joy is also abundant with the news that Caroline Wozniacki will be returning to the tennis court in the near future.__________________

    Tour Catch-Up: AlcaGRASS makes his mark, Kvitova serves reminder, Saudi-Arabia x ATP?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 59:25


    It's week two on the green stuff and Joel and Chris have all the action covered; from Alcaraz's first grass court title to Kvitova rediscovering her grass court form. The week also saw titles for Bublik and Ostapenko who sprung upsets to win in three sets in Halle and Birmingham. They look ahead to next weeks tournaments and exciting clashes including a R1 of Ostapenko vs Kvitova. They also discuss the reports of an ATP buyout from Saudi Arabia, the retirement of former world number 2 Anett Kontaveit and put Joel to the test in ‘Par for the courts'. __________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Grass starts as Brits begin with bang, Tiafoe cracks Top 10, TSITSIDOSA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 55:56


    Joel and Kim are back to catch up on the first week of grass court action on the WTA and ATP Tours, which saw Nottingham crown Katie Boulter with her first WTA title, Andy Murray make it two trophies on the trot at Challenger Level, and Frances Tiafoe soar into the top 10 with a clutch win in Stuttgart.The pair also discuss the sport's new power couple Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa, reflect on Roger Federer's recent visit to South London (!) and round up many of the top seeds' poor week on tour in their first appearance back on the green turf.Joel also tests Kim in a Par For The Courts, which she may or may not manage to win, whilst Chris enjoys a Hugo on a rooftop bar in Mallorca.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    TW Meets... Andy Murray at Surbiton Trophy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 43:20


    In a special episode (our 350th!), Joel gets to chat with 3-time Grand Slam Champion Andy Murray over the course of his triumphant return to the grass at the Surbiton Trophy.Murray talks about Novak Djokovic and the GOAT debate following his French Open win, how Challengers have evolved over the course of his career and what he is looking for from Jonny O'Mara as he comes into Camp Murray.Elsewhere, Joel also speaks to newly crowned British Ladies No. 1 Katie Boulter and her targets for the upcoming few months on home turf as well as gets an insight from one of the Surbiton volunteers into what it takes to put on a combined event at this level.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: Finals - Djokovic goes it alone with No.23, Swiatek on path to clay greatness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2023 55:20


    And that's a wrap! Joel, Kim and Chris reunite to talk all things Finals weekend at Roland Garros. With Novak Djokovic making history with 23 Grand Slam Titles now to his name and Iga Swiatek defending her title to reign supreme in Paris yet again, there is plenty of action to round up at Tennis Weekly HQ (not to mention a nod to Andy Murray's title win at Surbiton!).The trio also discuss Dodig's taxi dilemma, Miyu Kato finding joy in the mixed doubles and more Grand Slam success for Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid, as well as announcing the French Open Collect A Set 2023 winner which once again came down to a tiebreaker…!__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: SFs - Djokovic marches on as Carlos cramps out, Swiatek eyes title treble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2023 42:46


    We've reached the semi finals stage in Paris with Kim and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ to chat over the last few days of Parisian action.On the men's side, they discuss the match that was on everybody's lips - Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic and whether it lived up to the billing. They also talk about Casper Ruud's statement win against Alexander Zverev that sees him impressively make back-to-back Roland Garros finals. And on the women's side, the imperious Iga Swiatek continued her brilliant run and Karolina Muchova stunned Aryna Sabalenka to set up an intriguing final prospect as thePole goes for a French Open title hat-trick!__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: QFs - Blockbuster semis are set, Sabalenka-Svitolina ends on salty stand-off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 55:42


    We are getting closer and closer to the business end in Paris with Kim and Chris on hand to mull over all of the thrills and spills (or should that be slides?) from the quarter finals.This includes Carlos Alcaraz going into full on god mode against Stefanos Tsitsipas to set up a tantalising first ever slam meeting with Novak Djokovic and Ruud defeating Rune in the 'Battle of the Scandis'. Elsewhere, there was yet more post-match handshake drama to analyse and dissect as Sabalenka and Svitolina faced off at the net whilst Haddad Maia got the better of her close friend on tour Ons Jabeur.They also provide a further update on Collect-A-Set with the competition down to two for the much coveted (and very elusive) top prize of a Tennis Weekly mug...__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: R4 - Alcaraz vs. Djokovic moves step closer, Scandi battle set, default drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 50:05


    Joel and Kim join forces in the latest Tennis Weekly episode to catch up on the Fourth Round action from Roland Garros.With Beatriz Haddad Maia and Sara Sorribes Tormo playing out a war of attrition just shy of 4 hours and Holger Rune getting caught up in double bounce controversy, there are plenty of talking points from day 8 and 9 on the Parisian clay.Meanwhile, Elina Svitolina makes her return to the Grand Slam Quarter Finals in just her 5th tournament back and Alcaraz, Djokovic and Tsitsipas all win through in comfortable fashion to continue their quest for the Men's Title.Joel and Kim also announce the lucky winner of The Boodles competition prize, and give an update on the fortunes of this edition's Collect A Set participants!__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: R3 - Rybakina's run ended by virus, Sabalenka dodges press, Week 2 begins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 57:59


    Things in Paris go off the rails as withdrawals, illness and upsets rock Roland Garros, not to mention the French crowd getting involved. Joel and Chris cover all the R3 action heading into the second week.Alcaraz and Djokovic make it through whilst Swiatek and Sabalenka look to be on a collision course. They analyse the play and make the predictions as to who will make it through to finals weekend.It's also the last chance to enter our competition for stadium passes for The Boodles.__________________THE BOODLES COMPETITIONTennis Weekly's French Open Week One coverage is sponsored by The Boodles - the ultimate pre-Wimbledon tennis event at Stoke Park Country House from 27th June to the 1st of July with this year's entry list including Stefanos Tsitispas, Andrey Rublev, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Seb Korda, Lorenzo Musetti, Hubert Hurkacz and more to be announced.Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and book tickets for The Boodles here.And for your chance to WIN a pair of stadium passes, follow us on social media @tennisweeklypod, like our competition post and tag a friend that you would like to come with you.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: R2 (live special!) - Sinner, Garcia continue seeds exodus, Wait for ladies night match goes on

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 44:01


    And it's live! Tennis Weekly history is made as Chris goes above and beyond by joining the pod direct from Roland Garros to discuss all the action from Round 2 with Joel. The seed shocks keep on coming as Jannik Sinner falls in five sets yet again at a slam, Jelena Ostapenko comes unstuck against Peyton Stearns and Caroline Garcia is stopped in her hometown tracks by Anna Blinkova,Elsewhere, the duo marvel over Gael Monfils midnight heroics and debate double bounce drama that proved pivotal in Cam Norrie's victory over Lucas Pouille to reach R3. Chris also gives an insight (and hot tips!) into what the fan experience is like on the ground as well as what he has got up with his time in the French capital!__________________THE BOODLES COMPETITIONTennis Weekly's French Open Week One coverage is sponsored by The Boodles - the ultimate pre-Wimbledon tennis event at Stoke Park Country House from 27th June to the 1st of July with this year's entry list including Stefanos Tsitispas, Andrey Rublev, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Seb Korda, Lorenzo Musetti, Hubert Hurkacz and more to be announced.Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and book tickets for The Boodles here.And for your chance to WIN a pair of stadium passes, follow us on social media @tennisweeklypod, like our competition post and tag a friend that you would like to come with you.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: R1 - Seeds carnage as Clayvedev crashes out, Player politics put under spotlight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 60:59


    Bring on Paris! The French Open has begun with Joel and Kim catching up on the first round of action from Roland Garros, whilst Chris makes the trip to Paris to soak up the sights of Round 2.Joel and Kim discuss Daniil Medvedev falling in a shock defeat to Brazilian qualifier Thiago Seyboth Wild, Novak Djokovic courting controversy with political writings on the camera, and a barrage of women's seeds falling early with former Champion Barbora Krejcikova, Petra Kvitova, Belinda Bencic, Maria Sakkari and Veronika Kudermetova all bowing out early.Round one also saw easy enough wins for top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek, some unsavoury booing from the crowd over a refused handshake and only one British player fighting their way through to the next stage of the draw.__________________THE BOODLES COMPETITIONTennis Weekly's French Open Week One coverage is sponsored by The Boodles - the ultimate pre-Wimbledon tennis event at Stoke Park Country House from 27th June to the 1st of July with this year's entry list including Stefanos Tsitispas, Andrey Rublev, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Seb Korda, Lorenzo Musetti, Hubert Hurkacz and more to be announced.Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and book tickets for The Boodles here.And for your chance to WIN a pair of stadium passes, follow us on social media @tennisweeklypod, like our competition post and tag a friend that you would like to come with you.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok and Instagram and make sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    French Open: Preview - Alcaraz, Djokovic land in same half, Swiatek dealt daunting path

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 59:46


    The French Open is here and Joel and Chris have all the analysis you need of the 2023 Roland Garros draws as well predictions as to who will lift the trophies on finals day in Paris. With question marks over the fitness of Novak Djokovic and defending champion Iga Swiatek, both draws have never been more open or more exciting. Joel and Chris take us through quarter by quarter; assessing the seeds chances, the mouth watering matchups and the dangerous floaters that could cause chaos in Paris. They also reveal the Tennis Weekly 2023 Roland Garros Collect A Set picks and invite listeners to play along for the chance to win a coveted TW mug. Send us your predictions via social media or email before the start of play on Sunday (Paris time). Good luck!__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comMake sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Rome - Rybakina, Medvedev win unlikely crowns, Halep handed new charge

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 62:39


    Joel, Kim and Chris are back at HQ to catch up on the finals weekend in Rome, which saw two first-time Rome Champions crowned with Daniil Medvedev and Elena Rybakina taking home the titles after a wet and wild weekend in the Italian capital.They also discuss Rafael Nadal's recent announcement about the future of his career, Andy Murray withdrawing from Roland Garros to focus on the grass court season and Simona Halep receiving a second doping charge in addition to her ongoing suspension.The trio also look ahead to the last batch of clay tournaments prior to Roland Garros and Chris tests Kim and Joel with a Mysterious Player Head to Head for the very first time!__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comMake sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Rome - Favourites falter as upsets dominate, Nadal's injury fears grow

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 61:38


    Kim returns! With her Eurovision exploits over, the trio are re-united at HQ to catch up on the highlights so far from the Italian Open. There's been yet more controversy with suspect line calling, questionable scheduling and some truly shocking results with Carlos Alcaraz losing to Hungarian outsider Fabian Marozsan and Sofia Kenin surprising Aryna Sabalenka in a battle of the Australian Open Champions. Holger Rune also got the better of Novak Djokovic once more in a three set tussle.They also reflect on the other key results from the past week, look ahead to finals weekend and discuss recent news of Nadal's possible withdrawal from Roland Garros, as well as consider a recent interview featuring Andrew Richardson, Emma Raducanu's slam-winning coach which made headlines this week.Kim and Chris also battle it out in a Par For The Courts - buckle up as it's an epic one!__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comMake sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tour Catch-Up: Madrid - Alcaraz & Sabalenka triumphant, 'Cakegate' fuels controversies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 62:36


    Joel and Chris are back to round off Tennis Weekly's coverage of the Madrid Open. It's been an eventful finals weekend with home favourite Carlos Alcaraz defending his title and Sabalenka upsetting Swiatek in three sets. Grand Slam winners Andy Murray and Sloane Stephens dropped down from the main tour to pick up titles and Emma Raducanu underwent two of her three scheduled surgeries on her road to becoming injury free.It's also been a week of birthday celebrations on tour and a story of three varying sizes of cake opening up the conversation on gender equality whilst tournament Director Feliciano Lopez did his best to close down any speech from the women's doubles inalists. Chris also tries to make par in ‘par for the courts' with an Italian Open special before they both make their predictions ‘fingers crossed' for the Men's and Women's draws in Rome.__________________Tweet us @TennisWeeklyPod or email the show here: tennisweeklypod@gmail.comMake sure to check out our website as well to get your full Tennis Weekly fix.**Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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