Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Kyrgios

This week Erik and Aidan discuss the most controversial player in tennis, Nick Kyrgios. Known for his antics on and off the court, Kyrgios burst onto the scene around 2015 displaying incredible talent and taking out top opponents in big matches. However, talent can only take you so far, and Kyrgios has displayed huge amounts of inconsistency over the course of his career. He has played at tennis' biggest stage, the Wimbledon final, but has never truly been a next-level player, peaking at a ranking just outside the top 10. With all the talent in the world, Kyrgios may truly be the biggest what-if in tennis history. Be sure to check back next week for another episode!ContentsIntro 0:00AO Wildcard? 0:41Breakout Moment 3:262015 - 2022 5:372023 - Present 10:43The Controversies 15:17Overall Opinions 27:10What's New in Tennis 28:21Bet of the Week 33:17Match of the Week 34:26

No Challenges Remaining Host and Bounces Author Ben Rothenberg joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to breakdown December's "Battle of the Sexes" Redux between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka. Ben lays out the case for why he considers the event a failure, and explains the negative feedback it has received. Don't forget to give a 5 star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your twitter/instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! _____ 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.

James Gray, George Bellshaw and Calvin Betton are back round the microphones to discuss not one but TWO weeks of tennis news - because the gossip train does not take Christmas off. They discussed... - Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero have ended their seven-year partnership - but no one quite knows why - Nick Kyrgios says “there's nothing but positives that can be taken away from this” after beating Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in the so-called Battle of the Sexes in Dubai - British number one Jack Draper will not play in next month's Australian Open because of an ongoing arm injury PLUS - Jennifer Brady is making a comeback (maybe?) - Holger Rune is rushing his comeback (maybe?) - Learner Tien is ready for a serious impact (maybe?) And the sandwich shop Calvin was talking about? All'Antico Vinaio on Liberty Street in FiDi. And finally, if you want to read what James wrote about the Battle of the Sexes, you can do so for FREE here: https://inews.co.uk/sport/tennis/battle-of-the-sexes-pixelated-mess-awful-4136957?utm_campaign=PNITUx1xSr1ai7e&ito=gifted_article&data-target=gifted_article&utm_source=XJPLeh5koSHChZEU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports Broadcaster and Author Ken Piesse, joined Nic Healey on Nightlife to discuss the latest news and issues in sports with his weekly wrap on events, including the controversial Boxing Day Test that lasted just two-days and the fallout over the pitch, plus the 'Battle of the Sexes' tennis match between Nick Kyrgios and women's world number one, Aryna Sabalenka, and the Sydney to Hobart.

James Gray, George Bellshaw and Calvin Betton are back round the microphones to discuss not one but TWO weeks of tennis news - because the gossip train does not take Christmas off. They discussed... - Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero have ended their seven-year partnership - but no one quite knows why - Nick Kyrgios says “there's nothing but positives that can be taken away from this” after beating Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in the so-called Battle of the Sexes in Dubai - British number one Jack Draper will not play in next month's Australian Open because of an ongoing arm injury PLUS - Jennifer Brady is making a comeback (maybe?) - Holger Rune is rushing his comeback (maybe?) - Learner Tien is ready for a serious impact (maybe?) And the sandwich shop Calvin was talking about? All'Antico Vinaio on Liberty Street in FiDi. And finally, if you want to read what James wrote about the Battle of the Sexes, you can do so for FREE here: https://inews.co.uk/sport/tennis/battle-of-the-sexes-pixelated-mess-awful-4136957?utm_campaign=PNITUx1xSr1ai7e&ito=gifted_article&data-target=gifted_article&utm_source=XJPLeh5koSHChZEU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Battles of the Sexes Tennis Match was a JOKE! Nick Kyrgios DEMOLISHES female opponent!

Danny Kelly and Darren Ambrose come together for the very first time on a jam-packed show, reflecting on the past year in sport! The pair discuss their worst moments, biggest surprises and biggest disappointments, before Darren reveals his top three sporting moments of the year and both share their wishlists for 2026.Former England cricketer Alex Tudor then joins the show to break down the latest from the Ashes, after England finally won a Test match in Australia for the first time since 2011.Next up, European football expert Andy Brassell rounds up the biggest stories from across the continent, including one of the most dramatic Serie A title races in recent memory. Can Antonio Conte really win back-to-back Scudetto's? Plus, the boys unexpectedly bond over their shared love of LEGO.To wrap things up, British tennis player Liam Broady gives his take on the controversial “Battle of the Sexes” exhibition between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka. Did the match help grow the game, or did it undermine women's tennis? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Brigitte Bardot French cinema icon dies aged 91 Man who died after Leicestershire pub attack was devoted dad Dark Energy may be changing and with it the fate of the Universe Nick Kyrgios defeats Aryna Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes style match Starmer criticised for welcoming return of Egyptian activist Child dies and another in hospital after Hamstreet house fire Brazils ex President Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups Cold weather to ring in New Year as amber health alerts issued Film lookahead Twenty highlights to watch out for in 2026 Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sale traffic

Der Tennisprophet Andreas Du-Rieux hat sich das Match zwischen Aryna Sabalenka und Nick Kyrgios angeschaut, damit es der Producer Jens Huiber nicht muss.

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Brazils ex President Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups Dark Energy may be changing and with it the fate of the Universe Nick Kyrgios defeats Aryna Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes style match Film lookahead Twenty highlights to watch out for in 2026 Child dies and another in hospital after Hamstreet house fire Brigitte Bardot French cinema icon dies aged 91 Starmer criticised for welcoming return of Egyptian activist Man who died after Leicestershire pub attack was devoted dad Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sale traffic Cold weather to ring in New Year as amber health alerts issued

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Man who died after Leicestershire pub attack was devoted dad Brigitte Bardot French cinema icon dies aged 91 Cold weather to ring in New Year as amber health alerts issued Nick Kyrgios defeats Aryna Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes style match Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sale traffic Dark Energy may be changing and with it the fate of the Universe Starmer criticised for welcoming return of Egyptian activist Brazils ex President Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups Child dies and another in hospital after Hamstreet house fire Film lookahead Twenty highlights to watch out for in 2026

Voting has begun in the opening phase of Myanmar's heavily restricted general election, the first since the military seized power nearly five years ago in a coup, an act that sparked civil war. The first round of voting takes place in around a quarter of the country; two more rounds are due to take place next month. Also: we look at how deportation fears in the US are driving money transfers to Honduras. A Siberian tiger gives birth to a record five cubs, it's China's first documented case of a tiger having quintuplets in the wild. Research suggests that a mysterious force called Dark Energy - which drives the expansion of the Universe - might be changing, in a way that challenges our current understanding of time and space. And Aryna Sabalenka takes on Nick Kyrgios in what's been dubbed the 'Battle of the Sexes' tennis match. We look at why it's polarising opinion.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

PREMIERE EPISODE: THE TENNIS TRIBUNALThe Loosely Strung team have changed it up - Welcome to The Tennis Tribunal. We debate tennis, you judge.SummaryHosts Cal and Ross debate the upcoming exhibition match between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka, exploring the implications of the unique rules and format. They express skepticism about the event's value to tennis, questioning the motivations behind it and its potential impact on the sport's image.TakeawaysThe exhibition match features unique rules, including a smaller court for Sabalenka.Cal and Ross are skeptical about the event's value to tennis.The match is seen as a marketing stunt rather than a serious competition.There are concerns about the implications for gender equality in sports.The hosts question the decision-making of Sabalenka's PR team.Kyrgios's lack of recent competitive play raises doubts about the match's legitimacy.The event could attract viewers but may not benefit the sport long-term.The hosts believe the match is a lose-lose situation for both players.There is a desire for more integration between ATP and WTA events.We'd love to hear your thoughts, leave a comment and check us out at the places below:InstagramYouTubeXTikTok

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Who will win the singles titles at Australian Open 2026? On the season finale of The Tennis, Xave and Brie are joined by Todd Woodbridge, Jaimee Fourlis, and Simon Rea to debate this week’s Big Question. The panel also reacts to news of Stan Wawrinka’s impending retirement, Nick Kyrgios returning to the Brisbane International, and previews the must-see matches at United Cup 2026, including Alex de Minaur v Casper Ruud and Emma Raducanu v Naomi Osaka. Plus, Italian star Matteo Arnaldi drops by Pod Laver Arena with a life update as he prepares for the Australian summer. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to The Tennis family! Stay tuned for ‘Pod Laver Arena’ coming this January. If you or anyone you know needs support, call Lifeline on 131 114 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636.AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Broadcaster and Author Ken Piesse joined Nic Healey on Nightlife to discuss the latest news and issues in sports with his weekly wrap on events.

New South Wales Parliament debates new laws after the Bondi attack; Denmark's disputes Donald Trump's new special envoy to Greenland; Nick Kyrgios misses out on the first round of wildcards for the Australian Open.

Carlos Alcaraz trennt sich tatsächlich von Erfolgstrainer Juan Carlos Ferrero - diese überraschende Meldung ist Grund genug, um sie außerplanmäßig in die neueste Folge Cross Court aufzunehmen. Danach folgt aber das Weihnachtsspecial - und als Bescherung gibt es ein XXL-Interview! In der letzten Folge des Jahres begrüßen SPORT1-Redakteurin Sophie Affeldt und SPORT1-Tennis-Experte Stefan Schnürle nach dem zahlreichen positiven Feedback dafür erneut Christoph Negritu. Der DTB-Profi erzählt von der Weihnachtszeit eines Tennisspielers und warum man sich als solcher als Loser der Sportwelt fühlt. Anschließend berichtet er von teils kuriosen Bedingungen auf kleineren Turnieren, verrückte Anekdoten über Tricksereien und fragwürdige Reiserouten inklusive. Negritu verrät, was der Traumlauf von Valentin Vacherot auf Challenger-Ebene auslöste und wieso es auch Probleme im Tennis aufzeigt. Klartext spricht er auch beim Thema Finanzen. Dabei nimmt er vor allem die Superstars in die Pflicht und hinterfragt fragwürdige Hotel-Vergünstigungen. Der enorme Fokus der ATP auf Alcaraz sowie Jannik Sinner geht ihm teils zu weit und er bricht eine Lanze für Alexander Zverev, der etwas Besonderes versuche. Negritu kann auch Zverevs Kritik nachvollziehen und erklärt, was dahintersteckt, dass inzwischen fast alle Stars gleich spielen. Das Meckern der Tennis-Stars über den Turnierkalender versteht Negritu nur bedingt, ihn erinnert eine Besonderheit der ATP eher an Supermarkt-Einkäufe. Ein Teil des Problems sieht Negritu aber auch darin begründet, dass für ihn einige Profis den Bezug zur Realität verloren haben. Es folgt eine Diskussion über das Battle of the Sexes zwischen Aryna Sabalenka und Nick Kyrgios. Negritu hält ein Plädoyer auf das Damentennis und vermisst Kyrgios als Gegenpol zu den Topstars. Sophie und Stefan teilen abschließend ihre Gedanken zu dem umstrittenen Duell. Der Podcast wird vermarktet durch die Ad Alliance. Die allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien der Ad Alliance finden Sie unter [https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.html](https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.html) Die Ad Alliance verarbeitet im Zusammenhang mit dem Angebot die Podcasts-Daten. Wenn Sie der automatischen Übermittlung der Daten widersprechen wollen, klicken Sie hier: [https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.html](https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.html)

Nach einer kleinen Dezemberpause - zumindest podcasttechnisch - melden sich Tennisprofi Daniel Masur und Journalist Jannik Schneider zurück. Hauptthema: Warum hat sich Carlos Alcaraz vom langjährigen Erfolgscoach Juan Carlos Ferrero getrennt? Sowohl Wally als auch Jannik geben ihre gesammelten Infos aus der Tennisbranche wieder und kommen zu einem spannenden Fazit. Außerdem bespricht das Duo das "Battle of the Sexes", das am 28. Dezember zwischen Aryna Sabalenka und Nick Kyrgios steigt. Und natürlich geht es auch um die private Situation der Beiden. Einen Extrateil über die Trennung von Naomi Osaka von ihrer Agentur Evolve - und was das mit Eva Lys zu tun haben könnte - gibt es unter www.patreon.com/advantaepodcast - außerdem könnt ihr den Podcast finanziell unterstützen bei paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/advantagepodcast

The Australian Open is less than a month away and if you're anything like us, you might feel like you've lost track of what's going on in tennis. Ex-Davis Cup Captain Wally Masur is here to help. He gets us across the Sincaraz rivalry, Novak's push for one more slam, the Nick Kyrgios situation and Aryna Sabalenka's dominance of the women's game. PLUS, a vibe check on the broader Aussie contingent. Featured: Wally Masur, ex-Davis Cup Captain. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

What is Novak Djokovic’s Grand Slam ceiling in 2026? Daria and Luke Saville join Brie and Xave to debate this week’s Big Question. The panel reacts to Carlos Alcaraz's shock split from long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, Djokovic returning to the Adelaide International, the ATP Next Gen Finals in Jeddah, and the WTA’s new partnership with Mercedes-Benz. Plus, more exciting player updates for the Australian Summer of Tennis, including the Grand Slam champions joining Alcaraz and Nick Kyrgios in the AO 1 Point Slam, and Emma Raducanu and Barbora Krejcikova headlining the Hobart International. And the Aussie stars reveal which tennis legends they would invite over for dinner and what they would cook. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony is back from Australia, and we're straight into football this week, with an update from Arsenal's battling win which keeps them top of the table -although Man City are looming close behind them.We preview the Ashes 3rd Test-with Ben Stokes' team having to win to prevent Australia sealing the series , and retaining the Ashes, before we even get to Christmas! We also preview tennis battle of the sexes match that will be happening between Christmas and New Year, taking place between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios.IN NFL, the Kansas City Chiefs' loss means that despite being at 5 of the last 6 Superbowl finals, they will miss out on this year's play offs. The defeat to LA Chargers also saw star quarterback carried off with a torn ACL. Meanwhile the LA Rams were the first team this season to book their place in the play offs. With just 3 regular season games left the chase for play off places is hotting up.We also have the latest from Rugby's European Cup, Golf, European Cross Country running, England's Red Roses in Netball action and a look back to Lando Norris' great win of the F1 Drivers' Championship in Abu Dhabi.Our guest this week is John Peacock. John was a guest in our second ever episode, sharing his expertise in Pilates. John joins us this week though to talk pool, after qualifying for the Welsh national side for the European Over-60 championshipsin Cyprus in February.Another fantastic episode.

This episode of the Picklepod is absolute chaos—in the best way possible. We break down the UPA contract terminations involving James Ignatowich, Vivian Glozman, Ryan Fu, and Paris Todd, and debate whether the league is enforcing rules fairly or simply protecting exclusivity at all costs. Is this about contracts… or relationships? From there, we hit a packed slate of pickleball news: The Tesla pickleball paddle that sold out instantly and is already reselling for up to $1,000 (and may or may not be lost at a restaurant

In the wake of immense sorrow, it's important we remember the names, memories and legacies of those who lost their lives on Sunday, December 14. This episode of The Quicky we learn about the victims of the Bondi Beach terror attack, and highlight the many, many acts of bravery we saw emerge on that dark day. And in headlines The youngest victim of the Bondi Beach massacre 10yo Matilda will be farewelled today; One of the alleged Bondi terrorists, 24 year old Naveed Akram has been charged with 15 counts of murder, one for every victim of Sunday’s attack; Nick Reiner, the son of Hollywood actor and director Rob Reiner, has appeared in court accused of murdering his parents; Aussie tennis player Nick Kyrgios believes few male players would accept the chance to face a top woman on the court; Warner Brothers have rejected a hostile takeover bid from Paramount saying they have failed to provide adequate financial assurances THE END BITS Donate blood, find your nearest donation centre here Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Rabbi Levi Wolff Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was können wir alle von Lindsey Vonn lernen? Wer hat die erste große Rivalität im Tennissport bestritten? Und: Warum geht Nick Kyrgios (uns) allen auf die Nerven? Der Tennisprophet Andreas Du-Rieux und der Producer Jens Huiber go at it.

Eddie has a Fiat Topolino update as Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka get set to face off in the 'Battle of the Sexes'. But the big news out of the tennis world is the potential return of Serena Williams. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is facing more challenges, as the US announces plans to screen social media history, and FIFA introduces 3-minute cool-down breaks. And University of Michigan football is mired in further controversy.  Plus, our previews and predictions for every game from Week 15 of the NFL Season. The Patriots face the Bills, the Rams play the Lions, and the Chiefs take on the Chargers in games with huge playoff implications. Big wins are expected for the 49ers, Seahawks, Bears, and Jaguars. 

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner aside, which two players have the best rivalry in tennis? Todd Woodbridge and Rhys de Deugd join Brie and Xave to tackle this week's Big Question. The panel also share their highlights from this week's Australian Tennis Awards where Alex de Minaur secured his fourth Newcombe Medal, and discuss the upcoming WTA Awards, including whether Mirra Andreeva, Amanda Anisimova or Ekaterina Alexandrova is the Most Improved Player. Plus, tournament director Craig Tiley stops by to preview Australian Open 2026, including Opening Week, where Carlos Alcaraz and Nick Kyrgios will battle it out in the 1 Point Slam and Matteo Berrettini will headline the Red Bull BassLine event.AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Christmas just two weeks away, a cherished holiday tradition is fading... the handwritten letter to Santa. We look at the history of the letter to Santa, from its humble beginnings to now. Plus, we get an exclusive report straight from the North Pole with an industry insider about what the big man in red is seeing this year! And in headlines today, Australia has recorded its largest number of Indigenous deaths in custody in over 40 years; Aryna Sabalenka is adamant her 'battle of the sexes'-style exhibition clash with Nick Kyrgios isn't going to prove a meaningless gimmick that damages women's sport; Author Sophie Kinsella, known for her bestselling Shopaholic books that were adapted into a movie starring Aussie Isa Fisher, has died at the age of 55; The Duchess of Sussex has finally been able to make contact with her estranged father Thomas Markle in hospital THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Fr. Christmas Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long before the trans athletes in women's sport debate became as toxic as it has, there was a far more jovial contest over the sporting supremacy of the genders called The Battle of the Sexes, with female tennis superstars taking on men in big televised exhibitions. Margaret Court lost to Bobby Riggs in the first back in 1973. Riggs then sensationally lost to Billie Jean-King later that same year, with a TV audience of 50 million.Riggs was by that time 55 years old, 26 years older than King. And then the great Martina Navratilova lost to Jimmy Connors in 1992, putting the debate to bed for good... until now. The world's number one in women's tennis, Aryna Sabalenka, will take on the world's number one in tennis tantrums, Nick Kyrgios, on the 28th of December in Dubai. Both of them join Piers Morgan to discuss the contest and more.Piers Morgan Uncensored is proudly independent and supported by: ExpressVPN: Right now you can get an extra four months of ExpressVPN for free. Just scan the QR code on the screen, or go to https://ExpressVPN.com/PIERS and get four extra months for free. OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PIERS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Oxford Natural: To watch their full stories, scan the QR code on your screen or visit https://oxfordnatural.com/piers/ to get 70% off your first order when you use code PIERS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tennis off season is here and so are Catherine, David and Matt for their first catch up since the Davis Cup. Part one (00:00 - 26:12) - Reaction to our interview with Andy Murray and concerns as Jack Draper pulls out of playing UTS. Part two (26:13 - 51:49) - Everything we dislike about the upcoming ‘Battle of the Sexes' including the platforming of Nick Kyrgios, Aryna Sabalenka's involvement, and the broadcasting of it on BBC One in the UK. Part three (51:50 - 1:21:10) - We discuss lots of news such as Serena Williams shutting down comeback rumours despite reentering the anti-doping testing pool, Anastasia Potapova's nationality switch just days after taking part in a Gazprom-funded exhibition in Russia, and the death of Italian tennis great Nicola Pietrangeli. FRIENDS OF THE TENNIS PODCAST: Today is the day we re-launch the premium categories for Friends of The Tennis Podcast.New pet mascot, guest editor, Grand Slam predictions and Fantasy League slots will be opening up at 3pm UK time. You can also get yourself a shout out, intro or personal greeting, all while helping to support what we do, and gaining access to our bonus content. Friends get 12 Live Shows on YouTube, 8 editions of Tennis Re-Lived, 4 Grand Slam Review shows, episodes of Tennis Podcast Meets, access to The Barge, Hannah's Column, and significantly fewer ads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pauline Hanson suspended from the Senate for seven days, Afghanistan's Taliban says Pakistan's strikes kill at least ten, Nick Kyrgios to play at Kooyong Classic as he steps up bid for Australian Open wildcard.

Sans Filet fait le bilan de sa saison 2025 dans cette cérémonie des "Mea Culpa Awards" ! Qui est le meilleur consultant de la saison ? Qui est l'auteur de la meilleure et de la pire prédiction de l'année ? Sans Filet passe sur le banc des accusés et présente ses excuses après la saison tennis 2025. 

Support us on DiscourseDiscourse is our "sponsorship", our sole source of income. But it's way more than that - it's a community of experts and enthusiasts who share knowledge on everything sports science related. Oh, and it also inspires these Spotlight shows. To become part of all that, become a Patron of the site and join the conversationIn today's show, we run the Spotlight over news stories from the past week, including:4:32. The International Olympic Committee are reportedly going to move to protect women's sport by preventing trans identified males and athletes with DSDs from competing in women's sport. Will this come to pass? We discuss reports on the shift in policy, and raise some key questions. Will the IOC compel screening for sex and testing for advantage? Will they include DSDs in the policy? Will sports be obliged to comply, or remain able to govern eligibility as they please?18:32. Antagonism in antidoping continues, with shots fired between WADA and USADA, this time over The Enhanced Games. WADA think USADA should be doing more to stop the Games, but USADA say they have no authority to act. We discuss their remits, and the damaging mistrust that now exists between them. We also talk about the threat of the Enhanced Games, and USADA's perceptions of why athletes are joining "the doping Olympics"28:59. Staying on doping, US Sprinter Marvin Bracy-Williams has been banned for 45 months. The 2022 100m silver medalist got a reduced sentence for co-operation, and we wonder what he shared with authorities, and whether the investigative approach will produce future sanctions?34:09. Chinese teen prodigy Yu Zidi has continued her ascent to the summit of swimming, with a 200m individual medley record that puts her into the conversation for future world and Olympic medalists. We wonder what her trajectory looks like, using a previous Chinese teen phenom to offer a dose of reality.42:18. And Finally, tennis, with another "battle of the sexes" match in December between Aryna Sabelenka and Nick Kyrgios, with a few modifications to neutralize men's power. We talk about those changes, then finish up with a quirky look at the men's tennis rankings that reflect the extraordinary dominance of the current top two.LinksIOC moves to protect women's sportWADA reckons USADA can do more to stop The Enhanced Games from proceedingUSADA does not agree, and respond with some hostilityUSADA statement on the 45 month ban for Marvin Bracy-WilliamsYu Zidi's 200m medley performance sending waves into swimmingKyrgios is confident ahead of the gimmicky battle of the sexes match Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Bellshaw, Calvin Betton and James Gray unpick another "complicated" week of tennis news - because nothing is ever straightforward in this sport! They discussed... - A date has been confirmed for a new "Battle of the Sexes” with Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios set for 28 December in Dubai - Elena Rybakina wins the WTA Finals and is then determined to embarrass WTA boss Portia Archer over her role in banning coach Stefano Vukov - Aryna Sabalenka loses another big final and ends up in tears - Jack Draper says players need to stop talking and start doing over complaints on the gruelling tennis schedule - Novak Djokovic wins title No 101 in Athens, ripping off his shirt in celebration and becoming the oldest man to win a title in 48 years. It took him all of three gruelling hours against Lorenzo Musetti - whom he then told at the net that his defeat was meaningless and the Italian would still qualify for ATP World Tour Finals because Djokovic was pulling out - Learner Tien beat Cam Norrie in a fine Metz final to claim his first career title and confirm a top 30 debut. Breakthrough player of the year? - And finally, many congratulations to Ons Jabeur, who has announced that she is expecting a baby boy in April Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George Bellshaw, Calvin Betton and James Gray unpick another "complicated" week of tennis news - because nothing is ever straightforward in this sport! They discussed... - A date has been confirmed for a new "Battle of the Sexes” with Aryna Sabalenka vs Nick Kyrgios set for 28 December in Dubai - Elena Rybakina wins the WTA Finals and is then determined to embarrass WTA boss Portia Archer over her role in banning coach Stefano Vukov - Aryna Sabalenka loses another big final and ends up in tears - Jack Draper says players need to stop talking and start doing over complaints on the gruelling tennis schedule - Novak Djokovic wins title No 101 in Athens, ripping off his shirt in celebration and becoming the oldest man to win a title in 48 years. It took him all of three gruelling hours against Lorenzo Musetti - whom he then told at the net that his defeat was meaningless and the Italian would still qualify for ATP World Tour Finals because Djokovic was pulling out - Learner Tien beat Cam Norrie in a fine Metz final to claim his first career title and confirm a top 30 debut. Breakthrough player of the year? - And finally, many congratulations to Ons Jabeur, who has announced that she is expecting a baby boy in April Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In another episode that was already released as a video overnight for our Patreon backers, Ben and Tumaini wrap up what was a very busy Saturday in the world of tennis, including three simultaneous finals. We start with the WTA Finals in Riyadh, where Elena Rybakina won a very high-quality, high-level tournament that still looked small. How is the WTA going in Saudi Arabia after two years? Should they extend their stay there? Read Tumaini's column on the state of the WTA for more. We then discuss the down-to-the-wire (down-to-the-netcord?) drama around the race to Turin, where Novak Djokovic made Lorenzo Musetti and Felix Auger-Aliassime sweat it out until the last possible moment before withdrawing from Turin. Was that fair or foul? We also discuss the newly announced "Battle of the Sexes" between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios, which we both think is a bad idea (but for a different perspective, read Ben's interview with the organizer, Stuart Duguid).  And then for a fun finish, Tumaini waxes lyrical about his love for 1 Point Slam, which is returning in Melbourne next year in a much bigger form. Thank you for listening! Our Patreon is back up and running to ensure NCR keeps going and stays ad-free, and we hope you can join in supporting NCR! And we especially thank our GOAT backers: Pam Shriver and J. O'D. And please check out Ben's new writing home, Bounces! And Tumaini's work at The Guardian! 

He's part of American tennis' great youth movement, and he's Atlanta's own. Ben Shelton will be back in town December 6th for the Atlanta Cup at Gas South Arena with fellow stars Naomi Osaka, Aryna Sabalenka & Nick Kyrgios. Ben Shelton checks in from Turin, Italy, where he's set to compete in the prestigious Nitto ATP Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Public hospitals are under mounting pressure as demand for mental health care surges; The newly elected Mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani has appointed an all-women transition team to guide his move into City Hall; Nick Kyrgios is eyeing a shock return to the Australian Open in January; Tom Brady has revealed that his pit bull, Junie, is actually a clone of his family’s previous dog. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elena Rybakina and Amanda Anisimova are the first players through to the semifinals at Riyadh - who else will join them? Xave and Brie are joined by Daria Saville and Simon Rea to break down the biggest stories to come out of the WTA Finals, including Iga Swiatek's shock early exit. The panel also examines the tight race to Turin as Félix Auger-Aliassime and Lorenzo Musetti battle for the eighth spot and Jannik Sinner regaining the No.1 ranking, Kimberley Birrell and Maya Joint’s recent good form in Asia, Rohan Bopanna's retirement announcement, and the upcoming Battle of the Sexes showdown between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios. Plus, Brie quizzes the panel on the iconic WTA Finals photoshoot. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday Headlines: Crackdown on dodgy auction tactics, Queensland nurse charged with raping two elderly women, Qantas reviewing battery policy after man catches fire and causes business lounge evacuation, audit finds Louvre museum managers prioritised buying high-profile art over security upgrades and Nick Kyrgios teases possible return to the Australian Open. Deep Dive: The algorithm shapes more than just what we see on our social media; it also decides what we listen to. With local artists making up less than ten percent of Australia’s music streams, a new push is urging listeners to take back control. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with Ben Lee about the ‘Ausify Your Algo’ campaign that’s hoping to help Aussie music cut through the noise. Follow Tara on Instagram and listen to her award-winning podcast series 'Killer Charm' on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LiSTNR or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De tenniswereld maakt zich op voor een nieuwe Battle of the Sexes. Vrouw tegen man. Aryna Sabalenka tegen Nick Kyrgios. Het nummer één bij de vrouwen tegen, met respect en hij zal het beamen, de meest getalenteerde clown van het mannentennis. Waarom doen zij dit en hoe kijken ex-tennisser Filip Dewulf en huidig tennisster Hanne Vandewinkel naar deze stunt?

Welcome back to Tennis Unfiltered, the weekly podcast about tennis that does not hold back. Host James Gray risked his marriage this week by taking two hours out of his holiday to do the podcast, logging on from Athens to discuss the last seven days of tennis with Calvin Betton, Paris Masters-winning coach, and tennis writer and broadcaster George Bellshaw. Here are the stories they discussed: Jannik Sinner won his fifth Masters title and returned to world No 1, for a week at least with Carlos Alcaraz set to overtake him again next week. It also took Sinner to exactly 10,000 points for the 2025 season despite having served at three-month ban in the middle of it. Sinner beat Felix Auger-Aliassime (the indoor GOAT) in the final, having battered Alexander Zverev in the semi-final for the loss of just one game. Carlos Alcaraz meanwhile was knocked out by Cam Norrie, who maintains an impressive record against the Spaniard. But Norrie was beaten by Valentin Vacherot, who followed up his Shanghai title with proof that he is no flash in the pan, and moves into the top 30 in the world for the first time. In the best social media beef of the week, Zizou Bergs managed to catch both Reilly Opelka and Nick Kyrgios in a web of their own egos. The WTA Finals kicked off over the weekend in Riyadh, albeit not in particularly grand style. Coco Gauff was beaten by Jessica Pegula and served 17 double-faults, which meant missing more than a quarter of her second serves, and was broken nine times in all. It begs the question, do year-end finals ever really produce the best tennis? Plus Gauff claimed the WTA is “more interesting” because it has more grand slam champions, while Alcaraz and Sinner clean up on the men's side Three breakout stars won titles on the WTA Tour in the meantime: Janice Tjen of Indonesia; Canada's Victoria Mboko; and a 17-year-old from Austria named Lilli Tagger with a one-handed backhand and a grand slam winner in her box Rohan Bopanna has announced his retirement after 20 years on tour at the age of 45. He won 26 tour-level doubles titles, including the 2024 Australian Open doubles. That also took him to world No 1 at the age of 43, the oldest man ever to do so. He won 539 tour-level matches, won titles with 15 different partners and also picked up a mixed doubles grand slam title at Roland Garros in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A match made famous by tennis icon Billie Jean King is returning with a modern twist. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Welcome back to Tennis Unfiltered, the weekly podcast about tennis that does not hold back. Host James Gray risked his marriage this week by taking two hours out of his holiday to do the podcast, logging on from Athens to discuss the last seven days of tennis with Calvin Betton, Paris Masters-winning coach, and tennis writer and broadcaster George Bellshaw. Here are the stories they discussed: Jannik Sinner won his fifth Masters title and returned to world No 1, for a week at least with Carlos Alcaraz set to overtake him again next week. It also took Sinner to exactly 10,000 points for the 2025 season despite having served at three-month ban in the middle of it. Sinner beat Felix Auger-Aliassime (the indoor GOAT) in the final, having battered Alexander Zverev in the semi-final for the loss of just one game. Carlos Alcaraz meanwhile was knocked out by Cam Norrie, who maintains an impressive record against the Spaniard. But Norrie was beaten by Valentin Vacherot, who followed up his Shanghai title with proof that he is no flash in the pan, and moves into the top 30 in the world for the first time. In the best social media beef of the week, Zizou Bergs managed to catch both Reilly Opelka and Nick Kyrgios in a web of their own egos. The WTA Finals kicked off over the weekend in Riyadh, albeit not in particularly grand style. Coco Gauff was beaten by Jessica Pegula and served 17 double-faults, which meant missing more than a quarter of her second serves, and was broken nine times in all. It begs the question, do year-end finals ever really produce the best tennis? Plus Gauff claimed the WTA is “more interesting” because it has more grand slam champions, while Alcaraz and Sinner clean up on the men's side Three breakout stars won titles on the WTA Tour in the meantime: Janice Tjen of Indonesia; Canada's Victoria Mboko; and a 17-year-old from Austria named Lilli Tagger with a one-handed backhand and a grand slam winner in her box Rohan Bopanna has announced his retirement after 20 years on tour at the age of 45. He won 26 tour-level doubles titles, including the 2024 Australian Open doubles. That also took him to world No 1 at the age of 43, the oldest man ever to do so. He won 539 tour-level matches, won titles with 15 different partners and also picked up a mixed doubles grand slam title at Roland Garros in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Champions Mindset: How to Turn Pressure into Power What separates those who rise under pressure from those who break under it? In this mashup, I'm bringing you some of the most powerful conversations I've ever had about mastering the inner game, the battle between your mind, your heart, and your mission. From the court to the boardroom to the hospital bed to the stage, each of these stories reveals what it really takes to stay calm, stay hungry, and stay in the fight when everything is on the line. Nick Kyrgios opens up about the mental war behind professional tennis and how learning to control his emotions changed not only his game but his entire life. Tony Robbins breaks down the psychology of pressure and why the people who perform at the highest levels aren't fearless, they've just trained themselves to use fear as fuel. Damar Hamlin's story will move you to your core as he shares what it felt like to face death on national television and come back stronger with a mission bigger than football. Manny Khoshbin reveals how he went from living in a car to building a real estate empire by mastering discipline, vision, and delayed gratification. And Jesse Itzler brings it all home with his raw honesty about endurance, purpose, and doing hard things every single day to stay sharp and alive. Every single one of these individuals knows what it's like to be counted out, to face the noise, and to rise anyway. That's the mindset of a champion: not perfection, but persistence. Not avoiding pain, but transforming it into power. And I want you to hear the truth behind their success because this same power is available to you. When life turns up the heat, that's your invitation to step into greatness. The moments that test you the most are the ones that define you the most. You don't have to wait until you feel ready. You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to decide right now that you won't let the pressure break you. You'll let it build you. Key Takeaways How to turn pressure, pain, and fear into your greatest fuel (Tony Robbins) The mindset of elite performance and emotional control (Nick Kyrgios) What Damar Hamlin learned about faith, purpose, and the will to fight for life The habits that transformed Manny Khoshbin from homeless to multimillionaire Jesse Itzler's principle of building endurance through challenge and discomfort Why true champions don't run from pressure, they rise inside it Also don't miss out on MAXOUT2026: Once a year, I open my home for an intimate one-day experience unlike anything else I do. This year, I'm making it even smaller, just 12 to 15 people. Together, we'll dive deep into the exact strategies I use to plan, visualize, and design the best year of my life and yours. If you're ready to Max Out your future, join me at ⁠⁠⁠Maxout2026.com⁠⁠⁠ for a life-changing day you'll never forget. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

With tennis back in Europe, Sam, Stevie, and John recap all the latest from Vienna and Basel. They share stories from both tournaments including a must-hear doubles tale featuring Sam and none other than Nick Kyrgios... In the most Nothing Major segment imaginable, the boys debate which cars top WTA stars would drive, leading to some predictably bizarre and hilarious takes. Jack joins the crew to reveal which ATP players they wish they could've been friends with, and later, the gang is joined by David Rodolitz, the mastermind behind the acclaimed VCR restaurant group. 00:00 Intro 01:39 Vienna vs. Basel: Tournament Experiences 05:33 Hilarious Tournament Stories 11:38 WTA Players and Their Cars 20:42 Driving in Europe 21:55 Players We Wish We Were Friends With 30:38 Interview with David Rodolitz: The King of Hospitality 43:07 Goodbye!

Amy O'Connell, USTA Atlanta Executive Director joins the guys to talk about an incredible tennis event coming to Atlanta....The Atlanta Cup. The Atlanta Cup is a one-night-only exhibition that’s bringing world-class tennis back to Atlanta. On Dec. 6, Naomi Osaka, Aryna Sabalenka, Nick Kyrgios and Ben Shelton will face-off in dynamic matches that tennis fans won’t want to miss. With more than 100,000 active league players through ALTA and USTA, Atlanta is the largest and most passionate tennis community in the country. This event honors that passion and gives the city the spotlight it deserves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the post-US open 2025 Mega Mailbag, Gill Gross responds to your comments, including: what are Novak Djokovic's prospects for next year, reacting to Jack Draper's recent injury news, Daniil Medvedev's new coaching additions, did Carlos Alcaraz prove his indoor hardcourt game by winning the US Open Final with the roof closed, dissecting the serve failures of Jannik Sinner, a potential Nick Kyrgios vs. Aryna Sabalenka battle of the sexes match, Felix Auger-Aliassime's chances to make the year-end championships, what it will take for Taylor Fritz to elevate further, Medvedev's behavior, the US Open Mixed Doubles introduction, unpacking Sabalenka's US Open title, Sinner's quest for variety, Alcaraz's key improvements and much more! 0:00 Intro 1:00 Djokovic 2026 3:30 Draper Injury 8:32 Medvedev New Coaches 13:54 Sincaraz Indoors 20:22 Sincaraz Trends 24:05 Sinner Serve Dissection 31:52 Sinner Abdominal 35:05 Kyrgios vs. Sabalenka Match 38:35 Crowd Rudeness 39:38 Djokovic Racket 42:10 FAA ATP Finals 44:22 Fritz Future 51:25 Medvedev Behavior 54:27 USO Mixed Doubles 1:02:04 Service Lets 1:05:03 Sabalenka Title 1:08:31 New 2 Excitement 1:12:05 Sinner Variety 1:16:20 Alcaraz Improvements 1:19:30 De Minaur Status IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross 24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_Gross The Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribe Become a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/join Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffee