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Andy Roddick breaks down results from Day 2 of the 2026 US Open, including Carlos Alcaraz winning his first match in 139 days, Stefanos Tsitsipas taking down Cincinnati champion Arthur Fils, and Frances Tiafoe surviving a 5-set thriller against Martin Damm. All of this and more from the Cadillac IQ mobile studio! COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite match of Day 2? TAKE OUR SURVEY! https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8942833/Served-Research-Summer-2026
Andy Roddick breaks down results from Day 1 of the US Open 2026, including Novak Djokovic falling in Round 1 to Mariano Navone and Terence Atmane and Jaume Munar's 5-set drama. Roddick also shares his experience at Roger Federer's Hall of Fame induction. All of this and more in the Cadillac IQ mobile studio! COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite match of Day 1? TAKE OUR SURVEY! https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8942833/Served-Research-Summer-2026
After spending the day in the US Open press conference room, Catherine Whitaker, David Law and Matt Roberts react to what the top players had to say as they prepare for the tournament. Part one - We discuss the way Carlos Alcaraz left us feeling positive about his return from injury, detailing that his wrist has felt fine in practice, that he's using his experience of being injured in 2024 to help him, and that he plans to play his usual game style. So what can we expect from him this tournament? There's also chat about how the other men's contenders - such as Ben Shelton, Alexander Zverev and Taylor Fritz - are largely playing down any talk of this being a big opportunity with Jannik Sinner not in the draw. What do we make of that? Part two (22:10) - On the women's side, defending champion Aryna Sabelenka has been struggling for form recently. In what way was she defensive about that in her press conference? And can we read anything into it? Coco Gauff, on the other hand, discussed how she's in a much better place mentally and with her game compared to twelve months ago, while Alexandra Eala spoke with incredible maturity about understanding her growing influence on the sport. Part three (43:45) - We cover some of the stories from qualifying, including more heartbreak for 2019 champion Bianca Andreescu, defeat for the retiring 2014 finalist Kei Nishikori, and lots of British success.For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Cut The Faff t-shirts coming soon!Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy Roddick and the Served crew sit down with Coco Gauff, Carlos Alcaraz, Iva Jovic, Frances Tiafoe, Mirra Andreeva, Aryna Sabalenka, Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz, Brandon Nakashima, Alex Eala, Tommy Paul, and Alexander Zverev at 2026 US Open Media Day to talk preparation, confidence, and what to expect in New York.
Catherine Whitaker, David Law and Matt Roberts are together inside the Arthur Ashe Stadium to react to the US Open singles draws. Part one - Women's draw. We all picked Coco Gauff as our favourite to win the title, so has the draw changed things? We discuss Gauff's potential route, analyse whether we think Aryna Sabalenka can rediscover her best form, and consider if Naomi Osaka could be in for another deep run. Part two - Men's draw (28:47). In the absence of Jannik Sinner, who will benefit? We react to the hand Carlos Alcaraz has been dealt as he returns from injury, discuss the prospects of the leading American men including Ben Shelton, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe, and debate Novak Djokovic's chances of winning a 25th major. Part three (55:45) - We look ahead to some exciting round one matches, including Matteo Berrettini vs Stan Wawrinka.For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Cut The Faff t-shirts coming soon!Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gill Alexander is joined by Drew Dinsick (Analyst for NBC Sports Edge, Deep Dive Podcast) and Zach Cohen (VSiN Senior Editor) to preview the US Open from all betting angles! They react to the draw, offer betting strategies, analysis, and picks for the final major in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sign up for the Served Bracket Challenge! https://served.bracket.tennis/ Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down the biggest storylines heading into the US Open, including Coco Gauff's Cincinnati title and newfound confidence, Arthur Fils' historic Masters 1000 breakthrough, Sara Bejlek's run, and what Aryna Sabalenka needs to turn things around in New York. Plus, Blair takes us inside Carlos Alcaraz's US Open practice, Kim reveals her picks to win the tournament, and the two look ahead to an emotional weekend in Newport as Roger Federer and Mary Carillo are inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast https://x.com/loveallpodcast Kim's Rec: Roka Red Light Glasses https://www.roka.com/products/braker-2-0-wind-down-non-prescription?variantId=43333121212463 Blair's Rec: Frozen Honey Deuce ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 2:37 US Open Fan Week: Qualifying buzz & New York energy 4:48 Cincinnati recap: Coco Gauff beats Jessica Pegula for the title 6:50 Coco Gauff's transformation: Trusting the process & finding confidence 10:02 Jessica Pegula's secret weapon 12:51 Sara Bejlek's breakout run 15:59 Arthur Fils wins first Masters 1000 title 17:50 Frances Tiafoe's Cincinnati run after wrist concerns 19:15 US Open Fan Week: Qualifying & practices 25:15 Carlos Alcaraz's US Open practice & wrist comeback 28:54 Alcaraz on returning for the US Open & playing mixed doubles with Serena 30:44 Inside the hectic week before the US Open 34:59 US Open predictions 42:24 Roger Federer & Mary Carillo's Hall of Fame induction 44:39 Kim reflects on her own Hall of Fame induction 47:44 Rec Room 52:06 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Andy Roddick breaks down Coco Gauff and Arthur Fils' statement-making Cincinnati titles, Iga Świątek's strong form heading into New York, and what it all means for the US Open. Andy also dives into Aryna Sabalenka's recent struggles, the controversial US Open wild cards and withdrawals, and how the shifting seeds could completely change the path to a Grand Slam title. In this episode: - Why Coco Gauff looks like a US Open favorite - What Iga Świątek's form means for New York - Why Arthur Fils is becoming a serious US Open threat - What's behind Aryna Sabalenka's recent struggles - The debate over Stan Wawrinka's US Open wild card snub - How withdrawals are reshaping the US Open seeds and draw - Why American men are building momentum before New York - Andy Roddick on preparing to play Roger Federer again - The US Open mixed doubles matchups Andy can't wait to watch - What to expect from Served during US Open week TAKE OUR SURVEY! https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8942833/Served-Research-Summer-2026
Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his final thoughts on the action in Cincinnati. He breaks down the first title run of 2026 for Coco Gauff + shares his thoughts on a signature title for Arthur Fils. He also reiterates the case for an American Champion at the US Open, plus SO much more!! Episode Notes Coco finally in the Winner's Circle - 5:35 Other WTA Cincinnati takeaways - 15:15 Fils brings home Cincy title - 24:20 Other ATP Cincinnati takeaways - 32:25 The case for an American sweep in NY - 36:00 Laurel Springs Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it comes to support, personalization, community, and college prep. They give their K-12 students the resources, guidance, and learning opportunities they need at each grade level to reach their full potential. Find Cracked Racquets Website: https://www.crackedracquets.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquets Twitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquets Facebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquets YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Leif Shiras joins the show to recap the Cincinnati Open, where Coco Gauff and Arthur Fils claimed the trophies with some sizzling tennis. Shiras explains what propelled Gauff back to the winner's circle, how finalist Jessica Pegula can rebound at Flushing Meadows, and whether Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka or another set of contenders will find that magic at the US Open. The Tennis Channel broadcaster analyzes Fils' improved game, looks at Frances Tiafoe's strengths and weaknesses, and goes in depth on how American Brandon Nakashima has had a dream summer in 2026. Shiras also looks ahead to next week's US Open, which will feature Carlos Alcaraz, but not World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. The commentator reacts to Alcaraz's decision to return from a four-month wrist injury at a major, and shares his thoughts on Sinner's difficult decision to miss the action in New York with a knee injury. And Shiras dives into Novak Djokovic's chances, Stan Wawrinka not receiving a Wild Card, and Roger Federer's upcoming Hall of Fame induction on this episode. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Coco Gauff delivered a statement performance in Cincinnati—but just how impressive was her title run, and what does it mean ahead of the US Open? On this week's WTA Weekly, we react to Gauff's dominant victory over Jessica Pegula in the final and assess whether she should now be considered the favourite in New York. We also celebrate another major milestone for Alex Eala as the Filipina star reaches a new career-high ranking, before previewing the Monterrey Open and identifying the players to watch.
Catherine, David and Matt catch up as Cincinnati concludes with two exciting champions putting themselves in a great position ahead of the year's final Grand Slam tournament of the year.Part one - ATP (00:00 - 28.13). Arthur Fils has been arriving for a while, but this was his biggest destination yet. A first Masters 1000 title with a victory over Frances Tiafoe on home soil in the process takes some doing. Where does that put him in the Mix for the US Open? Part two - ATP (28.14 - 49:48). Coco Gauff has been here before - finding form in Cincinnati and then taking it into New York and winning it all. This was as well as she has played for a long time, and Jessica Pegula had few answers in the final. Is Gauff now the favourite for the US Open? Catherine asks the question, Matt and David answer it.Part three - News (49:49). There's the full draw for the US Open Mixed Doubles and reaction to the news that Stan Wawrinka is not getting a singles main draw wild card.We will be live on the US Open stage reacting to the singles draws on Thursday 27th August at 1pm. Please come along if you're at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre that day during Fan Week! For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Cut The Faff t-shirts coming soon!Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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
Gene rattles through his storylines to watch from the Bills' second preseason game against the Browns and is pleased with how Buffalo performed. Plus, he's looking forward to watching Jessica Pegula in the US Open.
Gene shares his perspective on the tragic death of Ed Oliver's son and the way in which it became public. Plus, Gene and producer Tim Schneider don't hold back in their criticism of Deshaun Watson, and Dan Fetes from 13WHAM joins the show to discuss the Bills' upcoming roster decisions.
Gene shares his thoughts on the death of Ed Oliver's son and what the manner in which it became public reveals about the NFL. Plus, Gene and producer Tim Schneider have had enough of Deshaun Watson, and 49ers' owner Jed York is in hot water.
Exploit majuscule pour le tennis français ! Arthur Fils décroche le plus grand titre de sa carrière en remportant le Masters 1000 de Cincinnati. En patron tout au long de la semaine, le Français a tapé dans le 1000 au meilleur des moments. Solide au service, agressif du fond de court et impérial dans les moments chauds, il envoie un message retentissant à tout le circuit ATP. À quelques jours du coup d'envoi de l'US Open, Arthur Fils a-t-il basculé dans une nouvelle dimension ? Peut-il rêver d'un sacre à New York ?Dans ce numéro de Sans Filet, on revient sur cette finale historique, l'analyse tactique de son sacre et ses chances pour le dernier Grand Chelem de la saison. Jusqu'où voyez-vous aller Arthur Fils à l'US Open après ce titre ?Chez les femmes, c'est Coco Gauff qui s'empare de la couronne dans l'Ohio. L'Américaine a renversé sa compatriote Jessica Pegula pour un 12e titre en carrière, le 2e à Cincinnati.Dans la 2e partie du MAG les consultants reviennent sur les tops et les flops de la semaine sans oublier la partie pronostics sur les qualifications de l'US Open et Winston Salem.Ce podcast est hébergé par Podcastics, la plateforme pour créer et diffuser votre podcast facilement.
Exploit retentissant à Cincinnati ! En domptant Flavio Cobolli avec une autorité remarquable, Arthur Fils s'ouvre les portes de la première finale de Masters 1000 de sa carrière.Après un parcours référence dans l'Ohio, le Français n'est plus qu'à une marche du plus grand titre de sa jeune carrière. Mais à quelques jours du coup d'envoi de l'US Open, a-t-il encore les ressources physiques et mentales pour aller au bout et soulever le trophée ? Dans ce numéro de Sans Filet, on décortique sa victoire en demi-finale, son niveau de jeu impressionnant et les clés tactiques pour aller chercher ce sacre historique. Voyez-vous Arthur Fils soulever le trophée à Cincinnati ?Retour également sur les qualifications de Frances Tiafoe, Jessica Pegula et Coco Gauff en finale du Masters 1000 américain. Qui soulèvera le trophée ?Ce podcast est hébergé par Podcastics, la plateforme pour créer et diffuser votre podcast facilement.
A normal Thursday turned into three stories at once: Alcaraz announcing his US Open return, the USTA's record $108 million prize money package & Slam Player Council, and Karen Moorhouse stepping down as CEO of the ITIA. Andy and Jon get into what a 20% prize money increase actually buys the players, why first-round qualifying money is now higher than what Andy earned reaching the main draw, and the ticket price fight that's about to define this tournament — including why the $400 grounds passes people are screenshotting on Twitter aren't the USTA's list price. COMMENT BELOW: Are you excited for Carlos Alcaraz return?
Andy Roddick breaks down Iga Świątek's red-hot run heading into the US Open, what's changed in her game, and why she may be the player to beat in New York. Andy also dives into Ben Shelton's continued rise and what it will take for the young American to make the jump from contender to Grand Slam champion. Then, Emmy-winning director Jason Hehir joins Andy and Jon Wertheim to go inside his new Novak Djokovic documentary “The Wolf in Winter,” from Novak's battle with retirement and relentless pursuit of greatness to the fascinating parallels between Djokovic and Michael Jordan. In this episode: - Why Iga Świątek is surging at exactly the right time - What Świątek's form means for the US Open - Ben Shelton's next step toward becoming a Grand Slam champion - Jason Hehir on making Novak Djokovic: Wolf in Winter - Djokovic's complicated relationship with retirement - What Novak is still chasing this late in his career - The similarities between Novak Djokovic and Michael Jordan - What Jason learned about Djokovic after getting behind the scenes COMMENT BELOW: Which tennis player should get a documentary next?
Joe and the crew dive into the changing world of college football quarterbacks, discussing next year's NFL Draft QB class, Dan Marino's draft class and the possibility of college QBs making $10 million or more. They also look back at Miami's recent quarterbacks, Cam Ward and Carson Beck, and debate the importance of having an elite QB. Plus, Kyle Crabbs joins to break down the Dolphins' latest preseason developments, including Jonah Savaiinaea's improvement, Kadyn Proctor's upside, Miami's encouraging run game, Caedan Wallace's quick adjustment and the need for more offensive-line depth. Kyle also discusses the versatility of the LB room, Zeke Biggers getting more reps, Quinn Ewers' rough camp and the WRs he trusts to make the roster. Hollywood's Headlines wraps up the hour with new tennis documentaries involving Coco Gauff, Tom Brady's take on the changing approach to preseason games and some horse racing talk.
Ben Shelton defends his Canadian Open crown in style in Montréal. Coco Gauff (semis) and Naomi Osaka (quarters) also impress in Toronto. Frances Tiafoe's been playing with a cyst on his right hand. Cincinnati is under way and there have been some nice wins for the likes Félix Auger-Aliassime, Sloane Stephens and Arthur Fils. Venus and Serena will also be in doubles action.Subscribe, like, rate and review the podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen.Follow on Instagram, Twitter and Threads (all @BlackSpinGlobal) for daily updates.You can also visit blackspinglobal.com for articles and past podcast episodes.
August 13, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Viome acquires Circulate Health, launching Viome Pro and adding treatment capability to its diagnostics and nutrition platform across 200+ clinics Clair Health partners with Mayo Clinic Platform_Accelerate to clinically validate its continuous hormone and symptom monitoring wearable, launching in November Oura signs tennis stars Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz as brand ambassadors ahead of the US Open, adding to partnerships with soccer stars Harry Kane and Declan Rice Today's episode is brought to you by AIIR — a modern communications and experiential agency for health, wellness, fitness, and performance brands. From earned media to events and creator-led campaigns, AIIR helps companies sharpen their story, earn attention, and build trust that compounds. Visit https://aiir.agency to learn more. More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co
On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross rattles off takeaways from the National Bank Open in Toronto and Montreal, featuring Coco Gauff, Rafael Jodar, Brandon Nakashima, Ben Shelton, Daniel Merida and Iga Swiatek. Then, a quarter-by-quarter preview of the 2026 Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati. Alexander Zverev, Felix Auger-Alissime, Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev round off the seeds. 0:00 Intro 1:55 Coco Gauff 4:05 Rafael Jodar 5:45 Ben Shelton 9:10 Brandon Nakashima 10:50 Daniel Merida 13:05 Iga Swiatek 16:30 Zverev Quarter 21:35 Djokovic Quarter 29:41 Medvedev Quarter 37:08 Felix Quarter 42:28 Final Weekend IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://tribechat.com/gillTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_GrossThe Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribeBecome a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/joinEvans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffeeAUDIO PODCAST FEEDSSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5c3VXnLDVVgLfZuGk3yxIF?si=AQy9oRlZTACoGr5XS3s_ygItunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-match-analysis/id1432259450?mt=2 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Canadian Open 2026 Finals Preview!
Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's Nick Ashbourne (2:48) ahead of the third game between the Jays and Red Sox. They discuss first two games of the series, what we have seen from Brett Bateman, what to expect from José Soriano in his second start with the Jays, how the Angels and Blue Jays use him differently, Louis Varland's speedbump, and much more. Then, with the NBO Semi-Finals, Ben Lewis (26:00) joins the show! They discuss Ben Shelton's tournament so far, what to expect from Coco Gauff in the semi-finals, and more. Then, Justin and Jesse discuss Russell Westbrook retiring from the NBA, the Lakers being sold yet again, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Andy Roddick breaks down exactly why Canada and Cincinnati keep producing chaos. With Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner both pulling out of Cincinnati with injuries, Andy explains why rushing back for a best-of-five US Open could be a risky move. Then, former world No. 4 Holger Rune joins the show for an exclusive update on his Achilles recovery — how rehab is going, when he's targeting a return, and the new Wilson Defeyer racket in his bag. In this episode: Alcaraz & Sinner injuries and the real risk of a US Open return Why you can't replicate five-set match conditions in practice Sabalenka "searching" and a wide-open women's US Open draw Learner Tien's rise toward becoming the top American Holger Rune's full Achilles comeback update and return timeline Holger's racket switch to Wilson and how it compares to his old frame A day in the life of an injured pro: rehab, hitting partners & the grind Next week: Jason Hehir on his Novak Djokovic documentary "The Wolf in Winter" COMMENT BELOW: Who do you think is the new favorite for Cincy!?
Tennis Unfiltered Supporters Club members are listening to this podcast ad-free! You could be too, and all you have to do is sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/tennisunfiltered (TUSCers also get an extra podcast every week, access to daily slam coverage, and great group chats with the lads and other TUSCers. Give it a whirl.) **** OFF-COURT NEWS - Jannik Sinner is out of the Cincinnati Masters with a knee injury, raising concerns about the US Open - Emma Raducanu has already confirmed she will miss Flushing Meadows as part of her continued recovery from a stress fracture - Serena and Venus Williams will play doubles together for the first time in years at Cincinnati, presumably preparing for a US Open reunion - Coco Gauff addresses the WTA trans policy (with her usual eloquence) WTA TORONTO - Aryna Sabalenka's poor run of form continues with a last-16 defeat to Ekaterina Alexandrova - Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva also lose early - Alexandra Eala goes on another raucous run but this time she is stopped by Belinda Bencic - Iga Swiatek is marching through the draw and it looks like Francisco Roig is having the desired effect - Elena Rybakina is still in but looking increasingly rusty on serve ATP MONTREAL - Jack Draper is left in tears on court after struggling with his arm again against Terence Atmane - Cam Norrie saves match points against Alex de Minaur but then is stopped comprehensively by Arthur Fils - The youngest line-up ever in the quarter-finals includes 8 players born in the 2000s for the first time - Rafa Jodar is on the verge of breaking a long-standing Boris Becker record FUNDRAISING - If you want to sponsor George's Iron Man effort, tap here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/gd-bellshaw-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tennis Unfiltered Supporters Club members are listening to this podcast ad-free! You could be too, and all you have to do is sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/tennisunfiltered (TUSCers also get an extra podcast every week, access to daily slam coverage, and great group chats with the lads and other TUSCers. Give it a whirl.) **** OFF-COURT NEWS - Jannik Sinner is out of the Cincinnati Masters with a knee injury, raising concerns about the US Open - Emma Raducanu has already confirmed she will miss Flushing Meadows as part of her continued recovery from a stress fracture - Serena and Venus Williams will play doubles together for the first time in years at Cincinnati, presumably preparing for a US Open reunion - Coco Gauff addresses the WTA trans policy (with her usual eloquence) WTA TORONTO - Aryna Sabalenka's poor run of form continues with a last-16 defeat to Ekaterina Alexandrova - Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva also lose early - Alexandra Eala goes on another raucous run but this time she is stopped by Belinda Bencic - Iga Swiatek is marching through the draw and it looks like Francisco Roig is having the desired effect - Elena Rybakina is still in but looking increasingly rusty on serve ATP MONTREAL - Jack Draper is left in tears on court after struggling with his arm again against Terence Atmane - Cam Norrie saves match points against Alex de Minaur but then is stopped comprehensively by Arthur Fils - The youngest line-up ever in the quarter-finals includes 8 players born in the 2000s for the first time - Rafa Jodar is on the verge of breaking a long-standing Boris Becker record FUNDRAISING - If you want to sponsor George's Iron Man effort, tap here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/gd-bellshaw-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Catherine, David and Matt catch up on the weekend's action in Canada with Toronto and Montreal both at the quarter-finals stage. Part one (00:00 - 15:07) Before we get to Canada, we start with the disappointing news that Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from Cincinnati due to a knee injury. How concerning is this? And what could it mean for the US Open? Part two (15:08 - 49:22) WTA Toronto. There's chat about Aryna Sabalenka's slump continuing, the challenge facing Ekaterina Alexandrova as she attempts to back up that win against Elina Svitolina, an unconvincing display from Elena Rybakina as she looks to close the gap to World No.1, a remarkable turnaround from Iga Swiatek to beat Marta Kostyuk, Alexandra Eala finally hitting the wall, and impressive performances from both Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka. Part three (49:23 - 1:26:11) ATP Montreal. A last eight made up entirely of players born in the 2000s, the most enticing match up sees Arthur Fils go up against Rafael Jodar. We discuss Fils lighting it up against Cameron Norrie, Jodar's destructive return of serve, and what might happen in that one. Plus, there's a review of Ben Shelton beating Joao Fonseca, Brandon Nakashima's quiet run of form since hiring Wayne Ferreira, and predictions. For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tennis broadcaster Russ Thaler joins the podcast to dive into all the drama at The National Bank Open in Canada, where opportunity is calling some new and old faces in the sport. Thaler reacts to World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka's loss to Ekaterina Alexandrova, and examines whether Elena Rybakina will seize the top ranking. The commentator also explains why he's got faith in slam champions Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff, evaluates Naomi Osaka's chances to return to a major-winning form, and shares his thoughts on the biggest phenomenon in tennis that is Alexandra Eala. Thaler also weighs in on the top storylines in the men's game, which included the shocking news that Jannik Sinner will not compete in Cincinnati. The broadcaster weighs in the length of the schedule, the importance of Carlos Alcaraz to the sport, and whether Ben Shelton will repeat as champion up north. And Thaler looks at the crop of young players looking for the 1000 level title in Canada, which include Rafael Jodar, Arthur Fils and Jakub Mensik. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Coco Gauff shouted out Christian's Court in a press conference this week, and that moment says a lot about who tennis lets in and who is actually growing it.Links:Send us a voice memo - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/voice-memo Christian's response to Coco Gauff - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbsGM4zOUTt/?igsh=MXB0b3NsMzRiZTdudA==Christian's article on Anisimova - https://www.si.com/onsi/serve/news/why-anisimova-reunited-with-her-coach-after-brief-splitChristian is in Toronto for the Canadian Open and he joins the podcast to give us the on the ground feels of the tournament in Toronto. Eala-mania is in full effect. The tournament is selling branded chicken adobo and the Filipino fans packed the stands bring the best vibes at a tennis tournament he has ever seen. We talk about Alex Eala's run at the Canadian Open, Coco Gauff's form and that moment in her press conference that has changed things for all of us new media creators in tennis. Anisimova coaching changes and Diana Schnaider and Naomi Osaka looking good.On the men's side in Montreal: no Sinner, no Alcaraz, no Djokovic, and a real question about whether the two-week Masters format is worth what it's costing.Plus a Ground Pass exclusive with Taylor Townsend on why she entered singles only in Canada, and a look at our conversation with Matt Futterman on why he called tennis The Cruelest Game.The full Futterman interview is on Substack tomorrow: https://groundpass.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chipsChapters:00:00 Welcome Christian's Court to the podcast05:15 How the Canadian Open is structured11:51 Alex Eala takes over Canada and their food court17:17 Alex Eala keeps winning29:19 Gauff, Anisimova, the rest of the WTA tour44:56 The ATP in disarray, but is it really?01:03:00 The WTA new Media deal
She's a two-time Grand Slam champion and is still just 22 years old! On our latest episode of Match Point Canada, we speak with Coco Gauff, and discuss her impact on and off the court, and this important stretch of the season for the American just weeks away from the U.S. Open. Episode brought to you by StandM! Photo: Images by Neena Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aaron McIntire covers President Trump and Stephen Miller's new executive orders narrowing birthright citizenship eligibility and cracking down on birth tourism, building on this summer's Supreme Court ruling. He covers Senate Homeland Security Chairman Rand Paul referring Dr. Anthony Fauci's contempt of Congress case directly to the Department of Justice after Democrats failed to block it. Aaron also covers tennis star Coco Gauff's nuanced comments on the WTA's new sex testing policy, and national security analyst Kyle Schindler's Senate testimony on ties between the Muslim Brotherhood and the Democratic Socialists of America. He covers a McKinney, Texas city council meeting where an Iranian Christian refugee spoke against a proposed Islamic center, which the council approved unanimously, and former Minneapolis officer Tou Thao's interview on his faith following his release from prison. Aaron closes with a full AOTMA, plus a note that the show may go dark intermittently while his home studio undergoes mold remediation.
Ryan and Dana discuss Coco Gauff's reaction to tennis' new gender policy, after the star player shared her thoughts on the rules and said she partly agrees with the change.
Coco Gauff made headlines this week by supporting the WTA policy of mandatory gender testing of all female tennis players. This support from Coco Gauff was somewhat surprising…because Coco Gauff has a history of being woke. We reveal and react to Coco Gauff supporting the WTA…and mandatory gender testing. We commend Coco Gauff for speaking publicly…and supporting the WTA policy. We also discuss WNBA players doing the opposite…and explain why the WNBA is hastening their own demise. SUBSCRIBE TO BEHIND THE LINE – SHORTS: https://www.youtube.com/@btlshorts-84
- A Senate committee votes 8–5 to advance a contempt resolution against Anthony Fauci after he invokes the Fifth Amendment 111 times. - A Ted Cruz-led hearing examines alleged Muslim Brotherhood connections surrounding Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed as Democratic senators skip the proceedings. - Mike Rogers targets El-Sayed's alliance with Hasan Piker, turning Michigan's Senate contest into a battle over national security and political extremism. - Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong faces scrutiny over past calls to cancel Thanksgiving, abolish major institutions and emphasize racial identity. - Coco Gauff supports fairness in women's sports but calls transgender eligibility a “nuanced” issue, triggering criticism over her refusal to take a firmer position. Today's podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss “Lioness” - all episodes NOW STREAMING on Paramount Plus You can now WATCH and chat with The Gerry Callahan Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media: • Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB • X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter • Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG • YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV • Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV • TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX • GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax • Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX • Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax • BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com • Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Braves go for their eighth straight win after another victory over the Marlins, Matt Olson keeps climbing the record books, and Bryce Elder delivers another strong outing. Pete Davis also covers Bill Belichick's family news, controversy over women's sports, NFL preseason kickoff, Charles Barkley skipping Taylor Swift's wedding, Cristiano Ronaldo's jaw-dropping car collection, and plenty more
Andy Roddick is back on Served to break down a loaded week of tennis news. Carlos Alcaraz sets social media on fire with full-speed hitting videos ahead of his US Open and Cincinnati title defense. The guys react to Taylor Fritz taking the Washington title over Rafa Jodar, Alexandra Eala's breakout run as the first Filipino to win a WTA singles title, and whether she's officially a top-ten threat? Plus: the ITIA's four-year suspension of 2023 Wimbledon Champion Markéta Vondrousova is confirmed — Andy digs into the ruling, the missed-test protocols every player should know, and why his early sympathy shifted. The crew also covers Cruz Hewitt following in Lleyton's footsteps, Emma Raducanu ruled out of the US Open with a stress fracture, Venus and Serena Williams landing a Cincinnati doubles wildcard, and Novak Djokovic's radical scoring idea. COMMENT BELOW:What do you think of Carlos Alcaraz's practice videos?
Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Andy Roddick answers some of the biggest tennis questions coming out of Wimbledon, from why serve-and-volley has nearly disappeared to whether modern players are simply getting too big, fast, and athletic for the old-school game. He also breaks down Coco Gauff's unique tactical brilliance, explains why players take more risks on grass, shares behind-the-scenes stories about playing on Centre Court, and reflects on the mindset that fueled his career.
First Take resumes with a Sixers deep dive! Does a Maxey, Brown, James trio make Philly Eastern Conference favorites? Then, World Cup! Where does France's loss to Spain rank on the list off all time soccer shockers? Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Coco Gauff, the Home Run Derby, and The Louvre! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim wrap up the 2026 Wimbledon Championships by breaking down the tournament's biggest stories, from Serena Williams' long-awaited return to Jannik Sinner cementing himself as the game's dominant force with another Grand Slam title. They discuss Sinner's historic run, Linda Nosková's emotional championship, Arthur Fery's breakout, Grigor Dimitrov's redemption, Coco Gauff's grass-court breakthrough, the American men's disappointing results, and why the US Open feels more wide open than ever. Plus, they spotlight Tokito Oda, Jordan Lee's junior title, and the next generation shaping tennis' future. COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite match of Wimbledon 2026?
Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim break down Jannik Sinner's second straight Wimbledon title, explain why Alexander Zverev may have played one of the smartest matches of his career despite the loss, and put Sinner's fifth Grand Slam into historical perspective. They also discuss Sinner's remarkable resilience after Roland Garros, how his game continues to evolve, and what Carlos Alcaraz's injury means for the rivalry. COMMENT BELOW: What did you think of the 2026 Wimbledon Men's Final?
Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim react to one of the most emotional Wimbledon women's finals in recent memory, breaking down Linda Nosková's remarkable mental recovery after letting five championship points slip away before capturing her first Grand Slam title. They also explore the Czech Republic's remarkable tennis pipeline, debate whether runner-up speeches should remain mandatory, and preview the men's final with a deep tactical breakdown of Jannik Sinner vs. Alexander Zverev, including why grass could finally change their rivalry. COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite match of Day 13?
Rickey Smiley and the crew kick off the morning right with a powerful prayer from Stellar Award-winning gospel artist Keylante Gavin. Then it's straight to the front page — the mysterious death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells in Mississippi has civil rights attorney Ben Crump demanding answers, ICE shoots and kills a Mexican citizen in Houston sparking an international standoff, and 350,000 Haitians lose their work authorization overnight. In sports, the Kawhi Leonard trade is on ice amid a $28 million scandal, and Coco Gauff's Wimbledon run comes to a heartbreaking end. Then Brat hits the Hot Spot with the latest on Mystikal — he's now locked inside Angola, the most feared prison in America. Plus, YG reveals the Secret Service came for him over his infamous anti-Trump anthem, and some venues are still banning him from performing it. You don't wanna miss a second of this one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catherine, David and Matt react live to women's semi-finals day as Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova ensured there will be a Czech winner on Saturday. We start with Muchova's extraordinary win over Coco Gauff in a final set tiebreak. How did Muchova manage to beat Gauff over the distance? What was Gauff thinking with that drop shot on her match point? And do we have any concerns about Muchova when it comes to physicality and nerves in the final? As for the second semi-final (26:15), we talk about Noskova's remarkable poise and temperament which saw her produce another brilliant performance, and debate the extent to which Marta Kostyuk could have done more. We also look ahead to the men's semi-finals (42:12) and in particular the order of them, which sees Arthur Fery vs Alexander Zverev scheduled first, and Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner on second. What might have contributed to this switch? And who will it benefit?For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On another late night at Wimbledon, Catherine, David and Matt react to Novak Djokovic's remarkable final set tiebreak win over Felix Auger-Aliassime. How did Djokovic pull this off? What was it like to be in the stadium? And how much will those five hours on court take out of Djokovic ahead of his semi-final showdown against Jannik Sinner? Speaking of Sinner, we discuss his win over Jan-Lennard Struff and how much of a surprise is it that he still hasn't found his best form this tournament. There's also chat about Alexander Zverev completing a four set win over Jiri Lehecka and a look ahead to his match up against Taylor Fritz. In part two (41:10), we cover the women's quarter-finals, as Coco Gauff beat Jessica Pegula and Karolina Muchova overcame Naomi Osaka. How did Gauff turn that match around and clean up her game? Is it beginning to feel like the kind of slam that Gauff wins? Why could Osaka not play as well as she did against Sabalenka? And how will Gauff vs Muchova look on grass? Finally (1:06:40), we look ahead to Wednesday's order of play and the remaining quarter-finals. Whos the favourite between Jasmine Paolini and Marta Kostyuk? And how will Flavio Cobolli handle not being the crowd favourite against Arthur Fery? For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Catherine, David and Matt react to British wildcard Arthur Fery reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals. There's chat about the way he completely outplayed a disappointing Flavio Cobolli, his remarkable self-assuredness and confidence in press, and how his game might stack up against Alexander Zverev, who emphatically ended his recent streak of losses to Taylor Fritz, in the semi-finals. We also run through a long list of possible Fery-related puns for the British media as this story takes over the back pages. On the women's side, we discuss a couple of excellent performances from Marta Kostyuk and Linda Noskova to set up a semi-final meeting. How did Kostyuk take over her match against Jasmine Paolini with her forehand? Will Kostyuk be better prepared for this semi-final after her experience in Paris? How does Noskova's game just seem to suit the grass? And who will have the edge when they face off on Thursday?We also make our predictions for Coco Gauff vs Karolina Muchova. For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On yet another dramatic day, Catherine and David were joined by Charlie Eccleshare of The Athletic straight after Coco Gauff's victory over Belinda Bencic, just in the nick of time before the 11pm curfew. Charlie explains why Gauff is his pick for the title, but will she even be the favourite in the next round against Jessica Pegula? The main talking point is Naomi Osaka's incredible victory over Aryna Sabalenka. How did Osaka turn their rivalry around to win? Where has this tennis been from her on grass? Can she now go on to win the title? And where does this result leave Sabalenka? There's also chat about Karolina Muchova beating Barbora Krejcikova to ensure another new champion. In part two, we cover an irritable Novak Djokovic and debate where his level is at, David fills us in on all the drama that went down between Felix Auger-Aliassime over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, and there's a play-by-play account of how Jan-Lennard Struff became the oldest first time Grand Slam quarter-finalist after some weird Hubert Hurkacz weirdness. As for Jannik Sinner, can he win this tournament without playing his best tennis? In part three, we cover some beef between Henri Patten and Reilly Opelka as the ATP plans sweeping changes to doubles, and there's a look ahead to the Day 8 Order of Play. Can Eala back up her win over Swiatek?For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Catherine, David and Matt were live at the end of Day 5 as a series of brilliant Last 16 women's matches were set up. We discuss the good mental place Naomi Osaka is in this tournament and whether she can finally trouble Aryna Sabalenka, whether Barbora Krejickova's closing problem will be an issue for her against Karolina Muchova, how Iva Jovic doesn't feel out of place in the line-up despite her age, and who the favourite is between Coco Gauff and Belinda Bencic. In part two (32:41) we discuss Novak Djokovic's entertaining win over Arthur Rinderknech, the room for improvement that remains for Jannik Sinner despite his best performance of the week, brilliant wins for Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki, and a shocking loss for Daniil Medvedev. Looking ahead to day six (1:02:35), will Serena and Venus Williams play doubles? And which court will they be on? For ad-free listening and bonus content, Become a Friend. Check out our new merch shop! Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge! Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.