Podcast appearances and mentions of Novak Djokovic

The hottest ticket at this year's Australian Open tennis tournament wasn't to see Novak Djokovic or Iga Swiatek, or even the tournament's eventual winners, Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina. Instead, the longest queues were to watch the world number 49, Alexandra Eala of the Philippines. Her first round match, which she lost, drew thousands of fans to Melbourne Park, with many being left disappointed as they were unable to find a seat on what was one of the smaller courts. In a bonus episode from More than the Score, the BBC World Service podcast that scours the globe to tell stories from beyond the scoresheet, journalists Kate Reyes and Ben Rothenberg talked to Ed Harry where Eala came from, how far she could go, and what her popularity might mean for the future of tennis and sport in the Philippines. Every Monday to Friday, More than the Score tells stories beyond the scoresheet from all over the world of sport. From the Winter Olympics to the Super Bowl, the Australian Open to the Diamond League, and netball to Formula 1. For more episodes, follow and subscribe to More than the Score wherever you get your podcasts.

On the Mailbag, Gill Gross responds to your comments, including: rank Carlos Alcaraz's slam runs in order of impressiveness, injury break improvements for Jack Draper, Arthur Fils and Holger Rune, would the old Alcaraz have lost to Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final, should medical timeouts for cramping be allowed, did Jannik Sinner neglect variety in his loss against Djokovic, is Learner Tien's game viable at the top of the sport, why is Iga Swiatek struggling and can pace absorption be taught. IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://gillgross.tribechat.com Twitter/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.

Andy Roddick and Chris Eubanks debate the Greatest Backhands of All Time on the ATP Tour. From Jimmy Connors' simple mechanics to Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray's sliding, elastic defense, they break down how the shot evolved. They dive into legends like David Nalbandian, Marat Safin, and Lleyton Hewitt, plus Chris explains how modern giants like Zverev and Medvedev reshaped the backhand game. They also cover the latest tour results: Ben Shelton capturing the Nexo Dallas Open title, Karolína Muchová winning her first title in seven years, Francisco Cerúndolo taking the title in Buenos Aires, and Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek withdrawing from Dubai. COMMENT BELOW: Who has the best backhand of all time? TAKE OUR SURVEY: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/863489... Learn more about ServiceNow here: https://www.servicenow.com/?campid=27...

Références de l'épisode : Episode sur le Bilan : https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pve8TWLQKBGRDRC6jqfQ9?si=4D3kP6XaSn6jrJGEKnus-AEpisode sur la visualisation : https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QBzaDxHISVMrrWQMejksA?si=w1TOztSQTNSz21x6tgIK0A Episode avec Pierre Henri Chuet : https://shows.acast.com/extraterrien/episodes/-63pierrehenriatechuet-lexcellencedupilotedechasse Ecouter mon débrief Hyrox : https://open.spotify.com/show/2ySnz6EfHTaLobgkmcDy34 Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Impossible de parler de Jannik Sinner sans évoquer Novak Djokovic ! L'Italien fait son retour sur le circuit deux semaines après cette élimination en demi-finale de l'Open d'Australie par le Serbe. À Doha, hors de question de parler d'une potentielle finale entre Alcaraz et Sinner. L'heure est aux interrogations. Jannik Sinner, présenté comme étant le monstre à abattre en 2026, a vacillé à un moment où on ne s'y attendait pas du tout. Après une deuxième partie de saison 2025 monstrueuse, l'Italien a vécu des émotions par lesquelles il n'était encore jamais passé à Melbourne ! Dans quel état arrive t-il à Doha ? Cette défaite peut-elle créer un blocage ? Doit-il modifier son jeu ? Ses objectifs doivent-ils changer ? Ce revers face à Djokovic, est-ce le début d'un doute ou d'une étape nécessaire vers la domination ? Ce podcast est hébergé par Podcastics, la plateforme pour créer et diffuser votre podcast facilement.

Ils sont de retour ! Carlos Alcaraz et Jannik Sinner que l'on avait plus vu depuis l'Open d'Australie reviennent sur les courts pour l'ATP 500 de Doha au Qatar. Après avoir fait l'impasse à Rotterdam, Carlitos revient avec l'ambition d'enchaîner les titres. Victorieux pour la première fois de sa carrière à Melbourne, l'Espagnol va également tenter de s'imposer pour la première fois à Doha. Une finale écrite d'avance face à Jannik Sinner ? Même si le bourreau de l'Italien en Australie, Novak Djokovic est absent, Sinner devra se méfier de sa partie de tableau avec Machac, Mensik, Bublik ou encore Arthur Fils ! Nous serons aussi à Dubaï pour le WTA 1000 qui se déroule sans Sabalenka ni Swiatek ? Qui va en profiter ? Rybakina , Mboko ou une surprise ?  C'est l'heure de nos prédictions.   Ce podcast est hébergé par Podcastics, la plateforme pour créer et diffuser votre podcast facilement.

Andy Roddick and Chris Eubanks talk the Greatest Forehands OF ALL TIME from the ATP Tour. They talk how Rafa Nadal changed the forehand and the more incredible forehands from players like Andre Agassi, Jannik Sinner, Roger Federer, Carlos Alcaraz, etc.  We also discuss Serena Williams seems to be back in the training room?Andy Roddick and John Wertheim break down their thoughts on the Winter Olympics, Super Bowl, and much more. COMMENT BELOW: Who has the best forehand of all time? TAKE OUR SURVEY: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8634892/Served-Research Learn more about ServiceNow here: https://www.servicenow.com/?campid=271869&cid=pc:brd:brnd:served:26q1:paitwfp_audioredirect_PAITW2_GAI_PAITWFP_HostRead_:none:br_ams:awa&utm_medium=podcasts&utm_source=served

À seulement 22 ans, Carlos Alcaraz vient d'entrer un peu plus dans l'histoire du tennis. Dimanche dernier, il a remporté l'Open d'Australie 2026 face à Novak Djokovic, décrochant son 7ᵉ titre du Grand Chelem et devenant le plus jeune joueur à réaliser le Grand Chelem, seulement six ans après ses débuts chez les professionnels. Une ascension fulgurante pour ce jeune Espagnol, talentueux, ambitieux et au palmarès déjà impressionnant, qui confirme qu'il est bien plus qu'un simple prodige : il est la nouvelle référence du tennis mondial.

On Monday Match Analysis, Hall-of-Fame tennis writer Steve Flink joins the show as we continue to digest Australian Open 2026. We'll break down Carlos Alcaraz's title run and if he has a chance to pull away in the rivalry against Jannik Sinner. We'll also discuss Sinner's losing record in long matches, and possible solutions for his heat sensitivity. We'll talk Novak Djokovic's impressive win in the semifinals and what's going wrong physically. Finally, we'll discuss if Alexander Zverev's tournament was more encouraging or discouraging as far as the direction of his career is concerned. IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://gillgross.tribechat.com Twitter/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.

Gill Gross joins the podcast to recap the 2026 Australian Open, which featured a fantastic finish to the fortnight in Melbourne. Gross explains how Carlos Alcaraz was able to complete the career-slam at just 22 years old, and how he displayed his tenacity and tactical brilliance down under. The host of "Monday Match Analysis" also reflects on Novak Djokovic's sensational victory over Jannik Sinner in the semifinals, and predicts the Serbian legend's future in 2026 and beyond. And Gross gives his thoughts on Sinner's setback, Alexander Zverev's ups and down, and how the tour will take on the task of competing against Alcaraz. Gross also review's the women's final, which saw Elena Rybakina defeat Aryna Sabalenka to claim her first Australian Open title. The broadcaster dives into what truly makes Rybakina elite, assesses Sabalenka's performance, and looks at the top storylines going into the 2026 season on the WTA. 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.

AGENDA: IntroCarlos Alcaraz campeón del Australian Open vs Novak Djokovic (2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 ).Jugador más jóven en completar el career Grand Slam. 7mo título de GS y título 25 de su carreraMás stats de Alcaraz.Final como tal (Rafael Nadal en el estadio)Deep dive a las semisNovak DjokovicAlexander ZverevJannik SinnerElena Rybakina campeona de Australia vs Aryna Sabalenka (6-4, 4-6, 6-4). 2do título de Grand Slam y 12vo título de su carreraDeep dive a las semis y hablar de Aryna Sabalenka. PicksClosing statements de cada quién post Australia.Torneos esta semana.Top 10'sY mucho más...Instagram: @TennisPiochasTwitter: @TennisPiochasTikTok: @tennis.piochas Distribuido por Genuina Media Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Boris Becker is a former German tennis player, coach, and writer, regarded as one of the most charismatic legends of modern tennis. In 1985, at just 17 years old, he made history by becoming the youngest Wimbledon champion, a victory that propelled him to worldwide fame. Throughout his career, he won six Grand Slam titles, a Davis Cup, and an Olympic medal, standing out for his aggressive playing style, powerful volley, and unbreakable competitive spirit.   After retiring, Becker has remained closely connected to tennis as a coach—most notably guiding Novak Djokovic during one of the most successful periods of his career—and as a sports commentator. He has also explored a more personal and reflective side as the author of The Player, an autobiography in which he recounts his meteoric rise, his triumphs, his setbacks, and the lessons learned both on and off the court.  

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin shares his ATP Top 10 rankings after the opening month of the 2026 season. He offers his thoughts on the consolidation of his Tier 2 contenders, breaks down a contentious race for spots #9 and #10, plus SO much more!! 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!! Episode Bookmarks Top of the game storylines - 6:00 Tier 1 - 19:00 #1 Carlos Alcaraz - 19:00 #2 Jannik Sinner - 22:30 Tier 1B - 25:30 #3 Novak Djokovic - 26:05 Tier 2 - 30:00 #4 Alex Zverev - 31:50 #5 Lorenzo Musetti - 37:20 #6 Alex De Minaur - 41:01 #7 Ben Shelton - 45:50 #8 Taylor Fritz - 49:05 Tier 3/Honorable Mention - 51:21 #9 Alexander Bublik - 59:30 #10 Tommy Paul - 1:10:55 _____ 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.

Anlatacağım kişi bir tenisçi. Novak Djokovic. Ama anlatacağım şey tenis değil.Bir motivasyon hikayesi.Hem de ne motivasyon. Dile kolay, tam 18 yıl boyunca bir gün bile kaytarmadan tek bir hedefe odaklanarak tüm rekorları paramparça etti.39 yaşında ama 33 yıldır aynı hedefin peşinde koşuyor.Ama nasıl?Motivasyonu neydi? O gücü nereden alıyordu?Öyle mutluluklarla bezeli bir hikaye değil bu.Travmalarından gücünü alan, kan, ter ve gözyaşıyla kazanılan zaferler için nasıl bir irade gerektiğini anlatıyorum bu bölümde.Son kısımda bir de diyet var, benim de uygulamaya başladığım.İyi dinlemeler.Biliyorsunuz Yeni Haller sizlerin desteğiyle yayın hayatına devam eden bir podcast kanalı.Beni aşağıdaki link'lerden destekleyebilirsiniz:www.patreon.com/yenihallerYeni Haller'in bir de Buy Me A Coffee hesabı var artık. Buradan destek olmak çoook daha kolay. Patreon'da sorun yaşayanlar için açtım efendim. Buyurun:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/yenihallerBir de bu sezon spor basınımızda apayrı yeri olan, ben ustam olarak kabul ettiğim Yiğiter Uluğ'la T24'ün Youtube kanalında bir spor programına başladık. Korkmayın, sadece futbol konuşmuyoruz. Hele sahadaki skorları, maçları hiç konuşmuyoruz. Yeni Haller tadında spor sohbeti isteyenler için:Yiğiter Uluğ ve Eray Özer'le GazozunaBana ulaşmak için:https://www.instagram.com/eray_ozerhttps://twitter.com/ErayOzeryenihallerpodcast@gmail.com  

Join us as we unpack the biggest storylines from the 2026 Australian Open!From Osaka´s dramatic outfit entrance on Rod Laver Arena to Djokovic rolling back the years to take out Sinner in the semi-finals, we analyse the epic matches, player performances and behind-the-scenes moments in Melbourne.Host Dan Kiernan is joined by our Grand Slam panelists:Denmark´s Davis Cup Captain and 2012 Wimbledon Doubles Champion, Freddie NielsenTop S&C Coach Kieron Vorster who has worked with Liam Broady, Dan Evans, Tim Henman and Wayne Ferreira.Key Talking PointsCarlos Alcaraz becoming the youngest ever person to win the career Grand Slam.Novak Djokovic proving he can still push for number 25.Will Rybakina be the player to beat in the women´s game in 2026The role of coaching, technical adjustments, and player development in modern tennisThe rise of British doubles dominance, with the current World No.1, 2 & 3 in men's doubles being British.The debate around camera coverage, player privacy, and the sport's media strategies after Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek's comments.And our panelist give their predictions on what to expect for the upcoming season. Could we see the return of Serena?CONNECT WITH CONTROL THE CONTROLLABLESWebsite: https://www.controlthecontrollables.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctc.podcast/Email us: ctc.podcast@sototennis.comThe Control the Controllables Podcast is brought to you by SotoTennis Academy

It was a Fan Fest weekend, and Hacksaw has the latest news. AJ Preller delivers his State of the Padres address. Dodgers and Angels dealing with pitching issues. Last minute MLB deals with Giants, Braves, Rangers, Reds, White Sox, Yankees, and the latest on NBC Sports. Super travel day for Seahawks and Patriots. NFL Coaching Updates with Raiders, Cardinals, Vikings, Steelers, Eagles, Browns, Rams, Broncos, Buccaneers and NFL Instant Replay considerations. NBA Trade Deadline action with Cavaliers, Kings, Lakers, Clippers, Bucks. Aztecs lose at Utah State. Was this a dose of their own medicine? NHL Bidding War with Rangers, Kings, Ducks. Plus, Justin Rose, Lindsay Vonn, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic. Happy Ground Hog Day! Got a question or comment for Lee? Drop your hot take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Monday, February 2, 2026.   1)...PADRES...FAN FEST STORIES "STATE OF PADRES ADDRESS"   2)...DODGERS-ANGELS...PITCHING STORYLINES "DODGERS-HALOS-PITCHERS"   3)...MLB NOTEBOOK "LAST MINUTE DEALS"   GIANTS...BRAVES RANGERS...REDS WHITE SOX...YANKEES   NBC LOGO ---------------- 4)...SUPER BOWL WEEK-TO SANTA CLARA…SEAHAWKS-PATRIOTS "SUPER BOWL TRAVEL DAY"   5)...NFL NOTEBOOK "COACHING UPDATES"   RAIDERS...ARIZONA VIKINGS...STEELERS EAGLES...BROWNS RAMS...BRONCOS TAMPA BAY "INSTANT REPLAY" ======== (HALFTIME...DIXIELINE LUMBER) ======== 6)...NBA NOTEBOOK...LET THE DEALS BEGIN "TRADE DEADLINE"   CAVS-SACRAMENTO LAKERS CLIPPERS MILWAUKEE BUCKS   7)...AZTECS BASKETBALL-UTAH STATE "A DOSE OF OWN MEDICINE" -------- 8)...NHL NOTEBOOK…RANGERS-KINGS-DUCKS "BIDDING WAR" ------- 9)...LATE BREAKING HEADLINES "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE"   JUSTIN ROSE LINDSAY VONN CARLOS ALCARAZ NOVAK DJOKOVIC =============   #MLB #yankees #redsox #rangers #mariners #braves #reds #cardinals #giants #PADRES #joemusgrove #michaelking #ajpreller #yudarvish #DODGERS #claytonkershaw #shoheiohtani #blakesnell #ANGELS #artemoreno #perryminasian #PAULGOLDSCHMIDT #tarikskubal #EUGENIOSUAREZ #luisarraez #nfl #PATRIOTS #BROWNS #STEELERS #RAIDERS #EAGLES #VIKINGS #BUCS #RAMS #CARDINALS #raiders #klintkubiak #rams #matthewstafford #MIKEVRABEL #drakemaye #kevinoconnell #brucearians #samdarnold #mikemacdonald #lakers #daltonknecht #lebronjames #clippers #johncollins #bucks #ruihachimura #GIANNISANTETOKOUNMPO #sandiegostate #aztecs #briandutcher #milesbyrd #bjdavis #MAGOONGWATH #markzeigler #pharaohcompton #tajdegourville  #TAESIMMONS #ELZIEHARRINGTON #nhl #DUCKS #KINGS #rangers #pga #brookskoepka #torreypines #justinrose #carlosalcaraz #AUSTRALIANOPEN #NOVAKDJOKOVIC #lindseyvonn     Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

Un vent d'histoire a soufflé sur Melbourne ce week-end pour une édition 2026 de l'Open d'Australie qui restera dans les annales. Entre la chute de l'invincible Novak Djokovic face au nouveau géant Carlos Alcaraz, le sacre de la persévérante Elena Rybakina et le triomphe précoce de la Française Ksenia Efremova chez les juniors - première Française à remporter un titre du Grand Chelem féminin à l'étranger depuis 2001 après son triomphe à l'Open d'Australie (juniors), la hiérarchie mondiale vacille. Entre records de précocité pulvérisés et retour fracassant des mères de famille dans le Top 10, retour sur une quinzaine riche en émotions, sans oublier les derniers résultats de la Ligue 1 et de la Premier League.

The 2026 Australian Open has wrapped up with Elena Rybakina winning the women's singles title over Aryna Sabalenka 6–4, 4-6, 6-4, and Carlos Alcaraz winning the men's singles title over Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. In this episode, Brian and Josh discuss the women's and men's singles championships, and review sport psychology themes that led to the successes of the champions and finalists.To learn more about Josh and Brian's backgrounds and sport psychology businesses, go to TiebreakerPsych.com and PerformanceXtra.com. If you have feedback about the show or questions on the mental game in tennis you can email us at tennisiqpodcast@gmail.com. If you're enjoying the show please rate us on your favorite podcast platform including Apple Podcasts and Spotify and write a review. Don't forget to subscribe on YouTube or your podcast platform of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.) to stay up to date on future episodes.

Today's word of the day is ‘files' as in those files as in email dumps as in sports as in America as in horrifying. The Epstein Files latest round of releases was full of sports figures. The New York Giants have a problem. The LA Olympics have a problem. A lot of people have problems, but will ANYTHING happen? (19:50) The WBC has some problems. Team Puerto Rico could pull out of the tournament. And it's all because of insurance? (28:30) The Dodgers have brought load management to MLB. And we are going to see it even more this year. Blake Snell will not be ready for Opening Day. Too much mileage last season for the World Series push. (35:30) Review: Rental Family. (38:10) NPPOD. (42:15) The Minnesota Twins have fired the team president Derek Falvey. Just a short few weeks before spring training. Why? (47:00) Australian Open history was made. Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest man ever to complete the career slam. Novak Djokovic was so close, but time was not on his side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘files' as in those files as in email dumps as in sports as in America as in horrifying. The Epstein Files latest round of releases was full of sports figures. The New York Giants have a problem. The LA Olympics have a problem. A lot of people have problems, but will ANYTHING happen? (19:50) The WBC has some problems. Team Puerto Rico could pull out of the tournament. And it's all because of insurance? (28:30) The Dodgers have brought load management to MLB. And we are going to see it even more this year. Blake Snell will not be ready for Opening Day. Too much mileage last season for the World Series push. (35:30) Review: Rental Family. (38:10) NPPOD. (42:15) The Minnesota Twins have fired the team president Derek Falvey. Just a short few weeks before spring training. Why? (47:00) Australian Open history was made. Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest man ever to complete the career slam. Novak Djokovic was so close, but time was not on his side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to preview Super Bowl 60, share their takeaways from a great weekend of college hoops, talk the top NBA storylines and more. Is Drake Maye's shoulder really hurt? What's at stake for the Seahawks and Patriots beyond what happens on the field Sunday? Stanford Steve likes New England straight up, and SVP may agree with him. Then, a full recap of the best of college basketball over the weekend, including the rivalry game in Spokane, Florida's statement, Kansas and Illinois' momentum and more. Plus, a shoutout to Jalen Duren and the Pistons, Novak Djokovic for continuing to defy logic and Carlos Alcaraz for accomplishing the career slam. Finally, the guys air out their grievances for the way the DC area has handled the snow, Punxsutawney Phil and more. | SVPod Time Codes/Topics (0:00) Intro (1:35) DMV is struggling to combat the snow (4:36) It's Super Bowl week! (9:31) SB LX Preview (18:40) Radio row isn't missed (20:35) Pro Bowl is here (Thank you Joe Burrow) (24:24) Illinois MBB is the REAL DEAL (27:10) CBB wknd thoughts (31:00) Gonzaga-St. Mary's reaction (38:30) Shoutout to UCF (39:05) Kansas is scary with DP (42:50) Upcoming CBB schedule (44:44) Hoops update for Steve's kids (46:00) Shoutout Jalen Duren (49:15) NBA storylines (52:38) Hats off to Novak (57:08) Alcaraz is unbelievable (58:38) SVP needs to pack and has homework (1:05:48) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh kick things off by picking their favorite (and the most horrifying) events to watch at the upcoming Winter Olympics.Then the panel digs into Bill Belichick's bizarre Hall of Fame snub. They finish with a conversation with the Athletic's Matthew Fairburn about the Buffalo Sabres, the NHL's most playoff-averse team that might actually make the postseason this year.Ben delivers an Afterball on Jordan Smith, the amateur tennis player who stunned the field at the Australian Open's 1 Point Slam and walked away with one million dollars.On the bonus episode, available exclusively for Slate Plus members, the panel discusses Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam dreams being dashed once again.Olympics Preview (4:38): Get ready for ‘Skimo' feverBill Belichick (27:19): The Spygate punishmentBuffalo Sabres (41:05): Can the city shake its playoff malaise?(Note: time codes are only accurate for Slate Plus members, who listen ad-free.)Get more Hang Up and Listen with Slate Plus! Join for weekly bonus episodes of Hang Up and Listen and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Hang Up and Listen show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/hangupplus for access wherever you listen.You can email us at hangup@slate.com.Podcast production and editing by Kevin Bendis, with production assistance from Patrick Fort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh kick things off by picking their favorite (and the most horrifying) events to watch at the upcoming Winter Olympics.Then the panel digs into Bill Belichick's bizarre Hall of Fame snub. They finish with a conversation with the Athletic's Matthew Fairburn about the Buffalo Sabres, the NHL's most playoff-averse team that might actually make the postseason this year.Ben delivers an Afterball on Jordan Smith, the amateur tennis player who stunned the field at the Australian Open's 1 Point Slam and walked away with one million dollars.On the bonus episode, available exclusively for Slate Plus members, the panel discusses Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam dreams being dashed once again.Olympics Preview (4:38): Get ready for ‘Skimo' feverBill Belichick (27:19): The Spygate punishmentBuffalo Sabres (41:05): Can the city shake its playoff malaise?(Note: time codes are only accurate for Slate Plus members, who listen ad-free.)Get more Hang Up and Listen with Slate Plus! Join for weekly bonus episodes of Hang Up and Listen and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Hang Up and Listen show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/hangupplus for access wherever you listen.You can email us at hangup@slate.com.Podcast production and editing by Kevin Bendis, with production assistance from Patrick Fort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh kick things off by picking their favorite (and the most horrifying) events to watch at the upcoming Winter Olympics.Then the panel digs into Bill Belichick's bizarre Hall of Fame snub. They finish with a conversation with the Athletic's Matthew Fairburn about the Buffalo Sabres, the NHL's most playoff-averse team that might actually make the postseason this year.Ben delivers an Afterball on Jordan Smith, the amateur tennis player who stunned the field at the Australian Open's 1 Point Slam and walked away with one million dollars.On the bonus episode, available exclusively for Slate Plus members, the panel discusses Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam dreams being dashed once again.Olympics Preview (4:38): Get ready for ‘Skimo' feverBill Belichick (27:19): The Spygate punishmentBuffalo Sabres (41:05): Can the city shake its playoff malaise?(Note: time codes are only accurate for Slate Plus members, who listen ad-free.)Get more Hang Up and Listen with Slate Plus! Join for weekly bonus episodes of Hang Up and Listen and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Hang Up and Listen show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/hangupplus for access wherever you listen.You can email us at hangup@slate.com.Podcast production and editing by Kevin Bendis, with production assistance from Patrick Fort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brett joins Jimmy from the Atlanta airport to recap an exciting final weekend in Melbourne. Carlos Alcaraz wins the Australian Open to complete the career grand slam at only 22 years old. Elena Rybakina came back in a thrilling third set to knock off world #1 Sabalenka to win her second career major. Aryna Sabalenka came up short in a major final for the 3rd time in the last 5 majors. Why can't she finish when she has the chance? Novak Djokovic almost accomplished the impossible defeating Jannik Sinner and putting up a good fight against Alcaraz. Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross breaks down Carlos Alcaraz's milestone victory in the 2026 Australian Open men's final against Novak Djokovic. The win makes Alcaraz the youngest ever to complete the career Grand Slam, and breaks Djokovic's undefeated record in AO Finals. We'll discuss Alcaraz's critical tactical adjustment, the physical battle and his smart attacking. Then, Joel Drucker and Amy Lundy join the show to discuss what the record means, the Samuel Lopez and Juan Carlos Ferrero storyline, how this finals run changes the view on Djokovic, and more.0:00 Intro1:20 Alcaraz Tactics11:40 Physical Battle25:17 Alcaraz Offense27:30 Career Grand Slam42:00 Ferrero vs. Samuel Lopez51:05 Djokovic AO Assessment1:07:05 Ballkie Wrap UpBallkie PICKS CHALLENGE: https://www.ballkie.com/leagues?join=45f1e11b86 IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://gillgross.tribechat.com Twitter/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.

Frank convinced Eddie to start using a Whoop, but he's already planning to switch to an Apple Watch and find a new padel partner. Novak Djokovic came up short in the Australian Open Final against Carlos Alcaraz, but did he do enough to prove that he can still compete with the 'Big Two'? Tom Brady has started posting on Instagram like a teenage girl, and Eddie finds it eerily reminiscent of some old pictures of Frank. And Eddie is frustrated by the college football transfer portal, senior leadership at Blackburn Rovers, the Epstein List, and the lack of concern over ties between the Memphis Grizzlies' owner and Russia. 

La mañana en CADENA 100 comienza con música de Ramazzotti y Carlos Santana. Se celebra la victoria de Carlos Alcaraz en el Open de Australia, quien, con 22 años, iguala a Rafa Nadal y se convierte en el tenista más joven en ganar los cuatro grandes. En '¡Buenos días, Javi y Mar!', Ximeno presenta los Jeroglíficos Auditivos sobre tenis, donde se habla del juez de silla. El programa debate la vestimenta en los Grammy, mencionando a Heidi Klum y Justin Bieber, y la importancia de la elegancia. Se juzga el caso de Laura, quien no recogió a sus suegros del aeropuerto. También se juega a elegir artistas para un cumpleaños, como Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga y Prince. Suenan canciones de Taylor Swift, Amy Winehouse, la versión de Maníaca de Abraham Mateo y Kelly Clarkson. Se destaca la deportividad de Novak Djokovic al felicitar a Rafa Nadal en la final del Abierto de Australia. El programa invita a escuchar más contenido en podcast.

The TennisWorthy Podcast comes to you from Melbourne Park, where history was made during the Australian Open. Immediately following the men's final, hosts Patrick McEnroe and Chris Bowers were joined by guest Jill Craybas, former WTA player and current commentator, to break down Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina's titles down under. At just 22, Alcaraz became the youngest male to complete a career Grand Slam, overcoming Novak Djokovic in a high-stakes final. The trio discusses Alcaraz's tactical adjustments, his playful "non-verbal interchange" with the ESPN commentary booth, and Novak Djokovic's remarkable resilience at this point in his record-setting career. They also analyze Elena Rybakina's second major title, her calm determination in defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, and the evolving rivalries at the top of the women's game.The TennisWorthy Podcast, presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame, uncovers the sport's history and mindset of champions. Listen to every episode and view transcripts at tennisfame.com/podcast.

An 88-year-old men's record has fallen and a rising women's star prevailed in tennis' first major of the year in Melbourne. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

History was made at the Australian Open on Sunday as Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to win the career Grand Slam. Catherine, David and Matt react to a special night in Melbourne. Part one - Djokovic's incredible start to the match, Alcaraz's tactical adjustments and impressive mindset, a tense fourth set as Djokovic upped his intensity, and Alcaraz proving the doubters wrong. Part two (39:57) - Could Alcaraz now win the calendar slam? And where does this extraordinary tournament leave Djokovic? Part three (1:01:25) - Sensation of the day and Craig Tiley's big plans for the Australia Open.The Tennis Podcast throughout the Australian Open is sponsored by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours - the Premium Hospitality and Experience Provider! For 10% off the best official ticket packages for Roland Garros, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast, select your tickets and use the discount code Tennis10 at checkout.Official ticket and travel packages are offered and fulfilled by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours.Specifically for our promotions, Steve Furgal's Tennis Tours is the Official Travel Provider of the USTA and the USOpen, and an Official Provider of Roland-Garros packages. Exclusive Tennis Podcast listener offers expireFebruary 28, 2026. Terms, pricing, availability, and restrictions apply. See website for details(www.Tours4Tennis.com)AND - if you'd like to really go to town (2) spots available for our add-on riverboat cruise down the Danbue River, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebration.•⁠ ⁠Your chance to be ON THE BOAT - for 7 Nights•⁠ ⁠Departing Pre-Roland-Garros and arrives for the opening rounds•⁠ ⁠Starts in Budapest, Hungary and ends in Giurhiu, RomanianFull Details Here: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5BE57EEFB5/sfitt_rg26_riverboat-cruise/full-view.htmlBecome a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check 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)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump says the Iranians are talking "seriously" with the United States about curbs on their nuclear programme. Iran's supreme leader warns if America attacks, there'll be regional war.We'll be asking where concessions might be made to prevent a military confrontation.Also in the programme: A second woman says she was trafficked to the UK by Jeffrey Epstein for sex with the former prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor; a new exhibition explores the legacy of Japan's Samurai warriors; and Carlos Alcaraz triumphs over Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to win a career Grand Slam in tennis.(Photo shows Donald Trump speaking after disembarking from Air Force One in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., January 31, 2026. Nathan Howard/Reuters)

There was going to be history on Sunday no matter what, and Ben and Tumaini end their Australian Open coverage with discussion of Carlos Alcaraz's big win over Novak Djokovic, coming back from a slow start to clinch his career slam by winning the Australian Open, his seventh major title overall. We discuss Alcaraz's present and his ambitions for all-time greatness, where this event leaves his rivalry with Sinner, the future for Djokovic, the significance of a post-Ferrero win. We also, as we planned, use our last show of the tournament to look back at one of the early storylines: American players getting questions about U.S. politics in press conferences, and why we think this is a completely fair and rational thing to have happen. 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! 

Andy Roddick and Producer Mike break down results from the men's final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic in the 2026 Australian Open Men's Final. They discuss the weight of history and how this frames Carlos' achievement as historic. They also talk about how Novak's longevity is not only impressive because he's still playing, but because he is still playing at the highest level possible.  COMMENT BELOW: Let us know your thoughts on the Men's Final below!

Eddie has started playing padel, and Frank is settling in nicely to the Minnesota hockey lifestyle. Novak Djokovic is reminding the tennis world that he's still a force to be reckoned with, but has he always been chasing a big two? And Bill Belichick didn't make it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame at the first time of asking, but were his controversies with the New England Patriots enough to deny him being a first ballot HOFer?  And has the Champions League become too convoluted for its own good? Eddie thinks not and believes that the new format may be optimized for gambling, but not for actual football fans. 

Get your MGM Slam tickets here! https://bit.ly/mgmslam2026The Australian Open has now concluded, which means this is our final Something Major Episode of the tournament.Sam Querrey, Steve Johnson, Jack Sock & John Isner break down all the news from both finals, including the match of arguably two of the greatest athletes on the planet, Novak Djokovic & Carlos Alcaraz - Who both were competing for history!  They also give their thoughts on Rybakina potentially competing for the World No.1 spot, after her fine run of form continued as she took out the current World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka to become champion in Australia. To check out all the latest in the bracket draw head to: https://bracket.nothingmajorshow.com/nothingmajorWe will be back on Friday with Nothing Major!00:00 Introduction 00:39 Novak Djokovic's Remarkable Performance03:11 Carlos Alcaraz Shines04:37 The Longevity of Novak's Career06:28 Speculations on Novak's Future12:21 MGM Slam Event Preview15:31 Women's Final Recap: Rybakina vs. Sabalenka16:30 Rybakina's Dominance 17:35 The Best Serves in Women's Tennis19:58 Comparing Rybakina to Sabalenka21:10 Debate: Career Slam vs. Most Majors22:45 Bracket Challenge 25:07 Final Thoughts

At the end of women's final night, Catherine, David and Matt discuss Elena Rybakina's 6-4 4-6 6-4 win over Aryna Sabalenka as she became a two-time major champion. Part one - All the talking points from the women's final including Rybakina's incredible start and finish, how Sabalenka lost her 3-0 lead in the decider, whether or not Sabalenka has a Grand Slam finals problem, the optics of Stefano Vukov receiving a trophy, and what this win could mean for Rybakina's career. Part two (39:59) - A round up of all the doubles and wheelchair results, including an emotional Niels Vink completing the career Grand Slam, and our in-person Tokito Oda experience. Part three (58:06) - Carlos Alcaraz vs Novak Djokovic preview and predictions.The Tennis Podcast throughout the Australian Open is sponsored by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours - the Premium Hospitality and Experience Provider! For 10% off the best official ticket packages for Roland Garros, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast, select your tickets and use the discount code Tennis10 at checkout.Official ticket and travel packages are offered and fulfilled by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours.Specifically for our promotions, Steve Furgal's Tennis Tours is the Official Travel Provider of the USTA and the USOpen, and an Official Provider of Roland-Garros packages. Exclusive Tennis Podcast listener offers expireFebruary 28, 2026. Terms, pricing, availability, and restrictions apply. See website for details(www.Tours4Tennis.com)AND - if you'd like to really go to town (2) spots available for our add-on riverboat cruise down the Danbue River, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebration.•⁠ ⁠Your chance to be ON THE BOAT - for 7 Nights•⁠ ⁠Departing Pre-Roland-Garros and arrives for the opening rounds•⁠ ⁠Starts in Budapest, Hungary and ends in Giurhiu, RomanianFull Details Here: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5BE57EEFB5/sfitt_rg26_riverboat-cruise/full-view.htmlBecome a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check 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)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Roddick and Producer Mike break down results from Day 14 of the 2026 Australian Open: The Women's Final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina. Plus, Andy dives into a preview of tomorrow's Men's Final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. What are each of them going to need to execute on to win the championship? COMMENT BELOW: Will Carlos Alcaraz become the youngest to achieve the career slam? Will Novak Djokovic achieve his 25th Grand Slam?

Novak Djokovic produced a performance for the ages to snap a five-match losing streak against Jannik Sinner in the 2026 Australian Open semifinals. He'll play his 11th AO Final and put his undefeated record on the line against Carlos Alcaraz in search of the career grand slam. Gill Gross analyzes the Djokovic-Sinner encounter and previews the final... IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Tribe: https://gillgross.tribechat.com Twitter/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.

"We're not covering Denny Hamlin correctly." The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade discussions with the Miami Heat and Golden State Warriors are gaining steam, so naturally, this LOCAL HOUR is nearly entirely a Novak Djokovic vs. Jannik Sinner watch-along. What a Djok. Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Chris, Dan's Inner Monologue, Jeremy, Mike, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dud Slam is no more! Catherine, David and Matt react to an extraordinary day as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic both reached the final in impossibly dramatic fashion. Part one - We start with Djokovic's late night comeback victory over Jannik Sinner. How did he do it? What was new from him and what was vintage? And what more could Sinner have done on his many unconverted break points? Part two (26:55) - Moving on to Carlos Alcaraz's 5h27m win over Alexander Zverev, how did Alcaraz's mid match cramps change everything and how smartly did he manage them? What part did the crowd play in Alcaraz's victory? And how does Zverev reflect on this defeat? Part three (55:51) - Sensation of the Day, doubles and wheelchair results, and predictions for Aryna Sabalenka vs Elena Rybakina in the women's final.The Tennis Podcast throughout the Australian Open is sponsored by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours - the Premium Hospitality and Experience Provider! For 10% off the best official ticket packages for Roland Garros, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast, select your tickets and use the discount code Tennis10 at checkout.Official ticket and travel packages are offered and fulfilled by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours.Specifically for our promotions, Steve Furgal's Tennis Tours is the Official Travel Provider of the USTA and the USOpen, and an Official Provider of Roland-Garros packages. Exclusive Tennis Podcast listener offers expireFebruary 28, 2026. Terms, pricing, availability, and restrictions apply. See website for details(www.Tours4Tennis.com)AND - if you'd like to really go to town (2) spots available for our add-on riverboat cruise down the Danbue River, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebration.•⁠ ⁠Your chance to be ON THE BOAT - for 7 Nights•⁠ ⁠Departing Pre-Roland-Garros and arrives for the opening rounds•⁠ ⁠Starts in Budapest, Hungary and ends in Giurhiu, RomanianFull Details Here: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5BE57EEFB5/sfitt_rg26_riverboat-cruise/full-view.htmlBecome a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check 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)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a dozen days that were mostly dull, the Australian Open kicked into high gear on Day 13, and so Ben and Tumaini stayed up late to discuss what made it so great. Carlos Alcaraz was up big, then was in trouble, then was up against the wall, but finally eked out a rousing win over Alexander Zverev to book his spot in his first Australian Open final.  But instead of being joined by his customary opponent Jannik Sinner for the fourth time in a row in a major final, Alcaraz will face 38-year-old Novak Djokovic, who used his restedness to deliver a redline beauty of a match. We look ahead to the final and how Djokovic might be able to win it, where these losses leave both Zverev and Sinner, and more. 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! 

What did we just witness?! Andy Roddick and the Served Squad react to Novak Djokovic's masterclass vs Jannik Sinner and the Alcaraz Cramping controversy.

Charles Davis joins live from the Senior Bowl to break down the week's top NFL Draft storylines, offering high praise for Miami offensive lineman Markel Bell and discussing how teams are evaluating this year's quarterback class. The conversation then shifts to Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame snub, with Joe admitting he initially thought the news was a joke as voters face mounting backlash. The crew debates whether Belichick's past cheating scandals should permanently affect his candidacy and compares the situation to steroid-era players being kept out of Cooperstown. Hollywood's Headlines wrap the hour with ESPN promoting the WWE Royal Rumble, a new 30 for 30 on the “Philly Special,” and Novak Djokovic's historic racket heading to auction.

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps a magnificent pair of 2026 Australian Open Men's Singles Semifinal battle. He marvels at the otherworldly persistence of a cramping Carlos Alcaraz, and shares his continued bewilderment at the ceaseless excellence of Novak Djokovic. He then previews both the Men's and Women's Singles Finals, plus SO much more!! 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!! Episode Bookmarks Alcaraz/Zverev - 5:20 Djokovic/Sinner - 28:00 Men's Final Preview - 34:40 Women's Final Preview - 41:03 ATP Challengers - 43:30 _____ 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.

The US Department of Justice has released more than three million new documents relating to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Also: President Trump has nominated a conservative Wall Street veteran to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. And in tennis, Novak Djokovic has become the oldest men's finalist at the Australian Open in the professional era.

Catherine, David and Matt are in Garden Square to talk about Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina reaching the women's final. Part one - Women's semi-finals. Some actual drama as Jessica Pegula tried to mount a dramatic comeback in the second set against Rybakina, a dominant display from Sabalenka versus Elina Svitolina which was propelled by a controversial hindrance call, and some early thoughts on what might happen in Saturday's final. Part two (33:50) - Sensation of the day, doubles and wheelchair results, and Matt's experience playing in the media one point slam. Part three (50:34) - Previewing Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner vs Novak Djokovic. Can we make a case for any upsets?The Tennis Podcast throughout the Australian Open is sponsored by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours - the Premium Hospitality and Experience Provider! For 10% off the best official ticket packages for Roland Garros, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast, select your tickets and use the discount code Tennis10 at checkout.Official ticket and travel packages are offered and fulfilled by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours.Specifically for our promotions, Steve Furgal's Tennis Tours is the Official Travel Provider of the USTA and the USOpen, and an Official Provider of Roland-Garros packages. Exclusive Tennis Podcast listener offers expireFebruary 28, 2026. Terms, pricing, availability, and restrictions apply. See website for details(www.Tours4Tennis.com)AND - if you'd like to really go to town (2) spots available for our add-on riverboat cruise down the Danbue River, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebration.•⁠ ⁠Your chance to be ON THE BOAT - for 7 Nights•⁠ ⁠Departing Pre-Roland-Garros and arrives for the opening rounds•⁠ ⁠Starts in Budapest, Hungary and ends in Giurhiu, RomanianFull Details Here: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5BE57EEFB5/sfitt_rg26_riverboat-cruise/full-view.htmlBecome a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check 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)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Roddick and 4x Slam Champion Kim Clijsters clash over Novak's "disrespect" comments and whether he's manufactured a fight to fuel his title run. Andy and Kim also recap the Women's Semi-Finals: Jessica Pegula falling to Elena Rybakina & Aryna Sabalenka defeating Elina Svitolina. Then they preview the final match set between Rybakina and Sabalenka. Lastly, Andy dives into what Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev have to do to survive their Semi-Final matched against Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. COMMENT BELOW: Who do you have taking home the Women's Trophy? Who do you have advancing into the Men's Final?

The semi-finals are set as Catherine, David and Matt wrap up another day of straight sets matches at this most unusual Australian Open. Part one - Men's Results. We cover the devastation of Lorenzo Musetti when forced to retire two sets up, another lucky break for Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner's continued dominance over Ben Shelton, and whether Djokovic can rediscover any kind of form before facing Sinner in the semis. Part two (25:37) - Women's Results. We discuss excellent performances from Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina, Iga Swiatek's commitment to doing things differently in 2026, and the players speaking out against the backstage cameras. Part three (53:00) - Sensation of the day, updates from the wheelchair and doubles events, and Matt prepares for the media one point slam.The Tennis Podcast throughout the Australian Open is sponsored by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours - the Premium Hospitality and Experience Provider! For 10% off the best official ticket packages for Roland Garros, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast, select your tickets and use the discount code Tennis10 at checkout.Official ticket and travel packages are offered and fulfilled by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours.Specifically for our promotions, Steve Furgal's Tennis Tours is the Official Travel Provider of the USTA and the USOpen, and an Official Provider of Roland-Garros packages. Exclusive Tennis Podcast listener offers expireFebruary 28, 2026. Terms, pricing, availability, and restrictions apply. See website for details(www.Tours4Tennis.com)AND - if you'd like to really go to town (2) spots available for our add-on riverboat cruise down the Danbue River, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebration.•⁠ ⁠Your chance to be ON THE BOAT - for 7 Nights•⁠ ⁠Departing Pre-Roland-Garros and arrives for the opening rounds•⁠ ⁠Starts in Budapest, Hungary and ends in Giurhiu, RomanianFull Details Here: https://www.flipsnack.com/E5BE57EEFB5/sfitt_rg26_riverboat-cruise/full-view.htmlBecome a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check 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)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was another day at the Australian Open without the matches we were hoping for, but with a record-breaking quarter-final line up in terms of top seeds, surely they're coming. Catherine, David and Matt discuss it all.Part one - Women's results. We cover Madison Keys going out of the tournament and look ahead to Amanda Anisimova vs Jessica Pegula and Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina in the quarter-finals. Part two (27:16) - Women's results. Does Lorenzo Musetti truly believe he can beat Novak Djokovic? And can Ben Shelton make his quarter-final against Jannik Sinner properly close? Those are the big questions after Musetti, Shelton and Sinner all came through on Monday. Part three (53:23) - Sensation of the Day and Tuesday's order of play as the quarter-finals begin and temperatures are set to reach 45C.The Tennis Podcast throughout the Australian Open is sponsored by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours - the Premium Hospitality and Experience Provider! For 10% off the best official ticket packages for Roland Garros, go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast, select your tickets and use the discount code Tennis10 at checkout.Official ticket and travel packages are offered and fulfilled by Steve Furgal's International Tennis Tours.Specifically for our promotions, Steve Furgal's Tennis Tours is the Official Travel Provider of the USTA and the USOpen, and an Official Provider of Roland-Garros packages. Exclusive Tennis Podcast listener offers expireFebruary 28, 2026. Terms, pricing, availability, and restrictions apply. See website for details(www.Tours4Tennis.com)Become a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check 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)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.