Podcasts about Wimbledon

Full Day 3 reaction including Naomi Osaka, Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton, and the rise of NCAA Tennis in Slams. Andy Roddick and Producer Mike discuss why the "four lost years" of college are now the ultimate training ground. From SMU's world-class facilities to the 34 collegiate players in the 2026 draw, the data proves the old federation model is dying. COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite match from Day 3? What are the popcorn matches in Day 4?

For the second season running, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner shared all four Grand Slam titles between them in 2025.Three of the four Slam finals – the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open – were contested by the top two in men's tennis, with the Australian Open, in which Sinner beat Alexander Zverev in the final, the sole exception.It is 10-11 that the great rivals meet in a fourth successive Slam decider in Melbourne this month, a feat last completed by Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal at the 2012 French Open, and the concern for those looking to oppose the top two is that there appears to be a genuine lack of emerging talent.Two-time defending champion Sinner is seeking to complete a hat-trick at Melbourne Park and the Italian looks less likely to slip-up than Alcaraz, who, at 22, will become the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam should he win the singles title.However, the Spaniard has yet to go beyond the quarter-final stage on four previous trips down under and his decision to split with long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, who had been alongside him for 15 years and for all six of his Grand Slam title triumphs, seems untimely and could lead to a lack of focus.

We trace the unlikely arc that carried poolside pandemic brainstorms into London Calling, a high-velocity variety show that's genuinely all-ages without sanding off its edge.As the Pandemic hit Las Vegas Paul Dabek and Captain Frodo dreamt by the pool of acts, podcast, and shows. As it turned out these dreams all came to fruition.We get specific about how the show grew: a clear adult-facing voice, visuals that enchant kids on contact, and design that marries LED world-building with just a few tactile anchors—a lamppost here, an oak bar to sell entire neighborhoods of London. We talk quiet-loud pacing, compress-then-expand staging, and the power of a loose narrative frame (train rides, stations, quick jumps) that keeps momentum without burying acts in exposition. Think Covent Garden street magic flowing into Wimbledon athleticism, all while the ensemble's micro-moments—prop handoffs, shared looks, quick riffs—telegraph trust.Paul Dabeck opens the hood on the growth curve: from small houses and street pitches to winning pick of the fringe and selling five-figure ticket totals. He shares the marketing pivots that worked, why “family-friendly” is a tone not a label, and how sweat equity turned Facebook Marketplace parts into automated scenic that looks West End-ready. We also dive into his Vegas warehouse: a black box, workshop, and filming space evolving into Make It Rain, a community hub for artists to prototype, connect, and protect their mental health. It's church-without-religion, where the faith is craft and the sermon is showing up.If you care about showmaking—stagecraft, culture, and the long game of compounding relationships—this one's a blueprint. We leave you with blunt takeaways: risk with purpose, design worlds with one tactile anchor, market like a story, film your late refinements, build a culture of generosity, and ship version one before you feel ready. Subscribe, share with a friend who builds in public, and drop us a note about the project you're making right now. What plate are you willing to smash to make it sing?You can find Paul at all the usual social media platforms and at his website @ PaulDabek.comSupport the show... You can also "listen" to the Way of the Showman at youtube. If you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify. If you want to contact me about anyhthing ou can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comYou can find out more on the Way of the Showman website. Follow the Way of the Showman on Instagram. If you're compelled to suport the showes and have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

In "Serving Aces" Alexandra Stevenson and Hugues Laverdiere talk diamonds and fashion including winners and losers.  Donna Vekic' diamond company gave each woman in the main draw a diamond bracelet.  Venus Williams was up 4-0 in the third - but somehow collapsed in technique and serve - and lost.  The Open had a record breaking crowd of 73,000 on the first day, with many of the fans rushing to see Alex Eala the young Filipino, who has become a breakout star on the WTA Tour with the amount of fans anxious to see her play.  From Hong Kong to Melbourne they are driven by Ella's tenacity.  She has given her country a lot to cheer.  The Aussies brought out Federer and Agassi to play Rafter and Hewitt in a pre first round doubles exhibition.  The retired Ash Barty came out to relieve a rather winded Agassi.Djokovic Alcaraz easily through as were Pegula, Gauff, Swiatek, Andrea.  Wimbledon champion Vondrousova had to withdraw because of a shoulder injury and Felix Auger Aliassime retired to cramping.  Ball is in Ougi's court talks about why the first round is so important and difficult to get through - as Alexandra attests to her play early in her career.  Podcast quote goes to Mark Twain and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, the Indiana University quarterback. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gigi Salmon is joined by tennis correspondent Russell Fuller and 2013 Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli to reflect on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz meeting in three epic Grand Slam finals in 2025. We explore how the two best players in the world took their level and their rivalry to new heights - including delivering one of the greatest matches ever played to decide the French Open.

Steve Crossman is joined by; Naomi Broady, who spent 13 years on the WTA Tour, current British player Jodie Burrage, 1987 Wimbledon champion Pat Cash, 2017 French Open doubles champion Ryan Harrison and BBC Tennis correspondent Russell Fuller to preview the 2026 Australian Open. How will Carlos Alcaraz fair in his first Slam without coach Juan Carlos Ferrero? Will we finally see a Grand Slam final between the top two female players in the world: Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek? How optimistic can we be about British performances?And who do the panel think have the potential to overcome Sinner or Alcaraz to take the men's title? Timecodes: 2'05 Carlos Alcaraz 10'56 Sabalenka and Swiatek 16'16 British hopes 26'30 Ryan Harrison joins + American chat 39'20 Rise in prize money  42'08 Pat Cash joins 46'53 Who can beat Alcaraz or Sinner?  53'16 Djokovic

Andy Roddick dives into what junior tennis was like in the 90s, why footwork is the one non-negotiable skill for future champions, and how to spot Grand Slam-level talent before the results show up. He also breaks down the Mboko vs Andreeva 2025 season debate, shares stories of insane tennis parents, ranks tournaments by smell, and uncovers the legendary (and brutally reviewed) Andy Roddick cologne. Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Stay up to date with Q&Andy! Follow us on our socials:https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast https://x.com/served_podcast TIMESTAMPS:  0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy  0:46 Memories of the junior tour  5:24 Crazy parents and tennis in Florida in the 90s 6:57 Andy's funniest junior travel story  8:03 Non-negotiables for a future Grand Slam champion  11:26 Mirra Andreeva vs. Victoria Mboko 13:33 Toughest challenges on tour  18:18 The smell of the Majors: Courts and locker rooms  21:11 Andy's Cologne  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wimbledon manager Johnnie Jackson joins Aaron & Jobi to chat the week's EFL headlines. Johnnie talks about Wimbledon's start to the season, and the challenges of being a fan owned club in League 1. They discuss the aftermath of Exeter City's 10-1 loss to Manchester City, and whether Macclesfield's FA Cup success is the greatest FA Cup upset ever. They discuss the new managers in the championship – how good a fit is Eric Ramsay at West Brom, or Matt Bloomfield at Oxford United? And does it really matter if they are the manager or the head coach? Plus they discuss struggling Shrewsbury Town.TIME CODES:03:05 – Wimbledon 10:30 – FA Cup 3rd Round 20:55 – Eric Ramsay in at West Brom & Matt Bloomfield in at Oxford United 33:40 – Shrewsbury Town 37:15 – EFL ‘Hard Men' Squad 41:30 – 72Plus/72Minus

London should not feel like a sprint across Zones 1 to 3. In this episode, we share practical, real-world strategies to help you plan London in a way that saves time, protects your energy, and makes the city easier to enjoy.Rather than rushing between scattered attractions, we explain how to plan by areas, make smarter transport choices, and design days that feel calmer and more enjoyable.In this episode, you will learn:Why planning London by neighbourhood works better than chasing a long attraction listHow to structure days with two nearby highlights and one flexible optionHow contactless payments and Oyster fare caps workWhen to use the Tube, buses, Thames Clippers, or simply walkHow station walking distances, queues, and crowds affect timingWhy accommodation location matters more than many visitors expectPractical budget tips including free museums, pre-theatre menus, markets, and meal dealsWhen experiences like Sky Garden, Buckingham Palace openings and special exhibitions need booking aheadHow major 2026 events such as the London Marathon, Wimbledon, and Notting Hill Carnival affect crowds and transportIf you want a London trip that trades rushing for rhythm and overwhelm for clarity, this episode will help you plan with confidence.

Think back to the story of Peter Pan, and more specifically the character of Wendy Darling, Peter's friend who accompanies him to Neverland. She's the eldest and most mature of the Darling siblings, and acts as a mother figure to Peter too. You could definitely describe her as caring, nurturing, responsible and self-sacrificing. Well those may sound like totally positive characteristics, but there is a flipside too. There are a lot of caring, nurturing people out there who just constantly need to satisfy others and tend to neglect themselves as a consequence. Who coined the term “Wendy Syndrome” to describe such people ? Is it a natural inclination? Is it similar to emotional labor ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Why do players have to wear white at Wimbledon?⁠ ⁠What is second child syndrome, the feeling affecting Prince Harry?⁠ ⁠What is Lima Syndrome?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 1/7/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While we're on a short break we're going back in to the vaults and replaying a couple of our most listened-to episodes of 2025 – enjoy!Niall Harbison was a very successful entrepreneur in Ireland, setting up and selling a social media marketing agency and the very popular and sometimes controversial ‘Lovin Dublin' media brand. But a combination of burnout and partying too hard, too often, led him to cut ties with Ireland and start a calmer and healthier life in Thailand. But unfortunately things got far worse, and his addiction to drink and prescription drugs soon led him to wake up in a hospital bed, at the point of near death. Niall promised himself that things would dramatically change from that day on. It wasn't easy, but slowly he turned his life around and today, Niall is the founder and mastermind behind Happy Doggo, rescuing and feeding as many of Thailand's millions of stray dogs as he possibly can. His work saving dogs has also saved his life. This is a conversation that I enjoyed so much, and I know you will too.Check out Niall's latest bestselling book - Tina: The dog who changed the world.COMEDY - What would it sound like if RTE put some of its most popular sports commentators on Wimbledon duty?!Produced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand

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

Jim Lampley stops by to chat about his fatherhood journey. We talk about how fatherhood is very important to him. He shares some interesting stories that involve him and his kids while working. After that we talk about his new book, It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television. He opens up about the inspiration for this book and how he approached writing the book. Next we talk about some of his favorite moments in sports broadcasting. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Jim Lampley  Jim Lampley is a Hall of Fame sportscaster with 50 years of on-site experience at numerous live sports events that include college and NFL football and ABC's Wide World of Sports, inside NBA and MLB locker rooms, Wimbledon, Ryder Cup PGA Golf, and 14 Olympics. For 30 years, he was the face and voice of HBO World Championship boxing, including anecdotes and interactions with the most famous fighters of his era (Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, Ray Leonard and George Foreman) and the biggest boxing matches up to and including the “Billion Dollar Bout” between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, which had the largest gross income in the history of pay-per-view sports. Make sure you pick up Jim's book,It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television wherever you pick up books. Free Spirits Company Is This Week's Podcast Sponsor The Free Spirits Company was founded to answer one simple question: "What if alcohol wasn't the star player of every great cocktail?" They make a full line of hand-crafted, complex, bold expressions of the spirits that so many of us love. Minus the alcohol. Now, drinkers don't have to chose between more great cocktails or less alcohol. DRINK LIKE YOU MEAN IT. Check out all of their products at their website at drinkfreespirits.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

In this special episode of Control the Controllables, Dan Kiernan looks back at one of the most remarkable journeys in British tennis — Lloyd Glasspool's rise to Year-End World No.1 in ATP Doubles, aged 32.This episode is built around clips from Lloyd's three previous appearances on the show, recorded across five pivotal years of his career. From being ranked 150 in the world in doubles in 2020, to winning his first Grand Slam in front of a home crowd at Wimbledon in 2025, listen to Lloyd´s development as it happened.A unique layer to this episode is Dan's personal connection to Lloyd's journey. Dan coached Lloyd at three key stages of his career — first as a junior in Birmingham, again at the start of his pro career at SotoTennis Academy, and later on the ATP doubles tour. Having witnessed Lloyd's development across more than two decades, from a quiet junior to the year-end World No.1, makes this moment incredibly special. Dan revisits:Lloyd's late specialisation, multi-sport childhood and the huge influence of gymnastics on his movement.How Lloyd's junior coaching focused on developing skills and creativity, not winning early.The turning point of finding the right partnerships, and how understanding a partner under pressure became a competitive edge.Winning Wimbledon, and the mindset shift from “good enough” to “I can win Slams”.And finally, how those same controllables — energy, clarity, partnership and process — carried Lloyd to World No.1.This episode is not about overnight success. It's about patience, environment, people, doing the basics exceptionally well, and having fun along the way!A must-listen for tennis players, coaches and parents. Listen to the episodes mentioned in full:-Episode 84 reflecting on his start in tennis from 2020Episode 180 with Harri Heliövaara after competing in their 1st ATP Finals from 2022Episode 261 with Julian Cash after becoming Wimbledon Champions from 2025.Follow us on Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFollow SotoTennis Academy on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

From her start playing paddle tennis on the streets of Harlem as a young teenager to her eleven Grand Slam tennis wins to her professional golf career, Althea Gibson became the most famous black sportswoman of the mid-twentieth century. In her unprecedented athletic career, she was the first African American to win titles at the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. In this comprehensive biography, Ashley Brown narrates the public career and private struggles of Althea Gibson (1927-2003). Based on extensive archival work and oral histories, Serving Herself: The Life and Times of Althea Gibson (Oxford UP, 2023) sets Gibson's life and choices against the backdrop of the Great Migration, Jim Crow racism, the integration of American sports, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, and second wave feminism. Throughout her life Gibson continuously negotiated the expectations of her supporters and adversaries, including her patrons in the black-led American Tennis Association, the white-led United States Lawn Tennis Association, and the media, particularly the Black press and community's expectations that she selflessly serve as a representative of her race.  An incredibly talented, ultra-competitive, and not always likeable athlete, Gibson wanted to be treated as an individual first and foremost, not as a member of a specific race or gender. She was reluctant to speak openly about the indignities and prejudices she navigated as an African American woman, though she faced numerous institutional and societal barriers in achieving her goals. She frequently bucked conventional norms of femininity and put her career ahead of romantic relationships, making her personal life the subject of constant scrutiny and rumors. Despite her major wins and international recognition, including a ticker tape parade in New York City and the covers of Sports Illustrated and Time, Gibson endeavored to find commercial sponsorship and permanent economic stability. Committed to self-sufficiency, she pivoted from the elite amateur tennis circuit to State Department-sponsored goodwill tours, attempts to find success as a singer and Hollywood actress, the professional golf circuit, a tour with the Harlem Globetrotters and her own professional tennis tour, coaching, teaching children at tennis clinics, and a stint as New Jersey Athletics Commissioner. As she struggled to support herself in old age, she was left with disappointment, recounting her past achievements decades before female tennis players were able to garner substantial earnings. A compelling life and times portrait, Serving Herself offers a revealing look at the rise and fall of a fiercely independent trailblazer who satisfied her own needs and simultaneously set a pathbreaking course for Black athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

From her start playing paddle tennis on the streets of Harlem as a young teenager to her eleven Grand Slam tennis wins to her professional golf career, Althea Gibson became the most famous black sportswoman of the mid-twentieth century. In her unprecedented athletic career, she was the first African American to win titles at the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. In this comprehensive biography, Ashley Brown narrates the public career and private struggles of Althea Gibson (1927-2003). Based on extensive archival work and oral histories, Serving Herself: The Life and Times of Althea Gibson (Oxford UP, 2023) sets Gibson's life and choices against the backdrop of the Great Migration, Jim Crow racism, the integration of American sports, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, and second wave feminism. Throughout her life Gibson continuously negotiated the expectations of her supporters and adversaries, including her patrons in the black-led American Tennis Association, the white-led United States Lawn Tennis Association, and the media, particularly the Black press and community's expectations that she selflessly serve as a representative of her race.  An incredibly talented, ultra-competitive, and not always likeable athlete, Gibson wanted to be treated as an individual first and foremost, not as a member of a specific race or gender. She was reluctant to speak openly about the indignities and prejudices she navigated as an African American woman, though she faced numerous institutional and societal barriers in achieving her goals. She frequently bucked conventional norms of femininity and put her career ahead of romantic relationships, making her personal life the subject of constant scrutiny and rumors. Despite her major wins and international recognition, including a ticker tape parade in New York City and the covers of Sports Illustrated and Time, Gibson endeavored to find commercial sponsorship and permanent economic stability. Committed to self-sufficiency, she pivoted from the elite amateur tennis circuit to State Department-sponsored goodwill tours, attempts to find success as a singer and Hollywood actress, the professional golf circuit, a tour with the Harlem Globetrotters and her own professional tennis tour, coaching, teaching children at tennis clinics, and a stint as New Jersey Athletics Commissioner. As she struggled to support herself in old age, she was left with disappointment, recounting her past achievements decades before female tennis players were able to garner substantial earnings. A compelling life and times portrait, Serving Herself offers a revealing look at the rise and fall of a fiercely independent trailblazer who satisfied her own needs and simultaneously set a pathbreaking course for Black athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

From her start playing paddle tennis on the streets of Harlem as a young teenager to her eleven Grand Slam tennis wins to her professional golf career, Althea Gibson became the most famous black sportswoman of the mid-twentieth century. In her unprecedented athletic career, she was the first African American to win titles at the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. In this comprehensive biography, Ashley Brown narrates the public career and private struggles of Althea Gibson (1927-2003). Based on extensive archival work and oral histories, Serving Herself: The Life and Times of Althea Gibson (Oxford UP, 2023) sets Gibson's life and choices against the backdrop of the Great Migration, Jim Crow racism, the integration of American sports, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, and second wave feminism. Throughout her life Gibson continuously negotiated the expectations of her supporters and adversaries, including her patrons in the black-led American Tennis Association, the white-led United States Lawn Tennis Association, and the media, particularly the Black press and community's expectations that she selflessly serve as a representative of her race.  An incredibly talented, ultra-competitive, and not always likeable athlete, Gibson wanted to be treated as an individual first and foremost, not as a member of a specific race or gender. She was reluctant to speak openly about the indignities and prejudices she navigated as an African American woman, though she faced numerous institutional and societal barriers in achieving her goals. She frequently bucked conventional norms of femininity and put her career ahead of romantic relationships, making her personal life the subject of constant scrutiny and rumors. Despite her major wins and international recognition, including a ticker tape parade in New York City and the covers of Sports Illustrated and Time, Gibson endeavored to find commercial sponsorship and permanent economic stability. Committed to self-sufficiency, she pivoted from the elite amateur tennis circuit to State Department-sponsored goodwill tours, attempts to find success as a singer and Hollywood actress, the professional golf circuit, a tour with the Harlem Globetrotters and her own professional tennis tour, coaching, teaching children at tennis clinics, and a stint as New Jersey Athletics Commissioner. As she struggled to support herself in old age, she was left with disappointment, recounting her past achievements decades before female tennis players were able to garner substantial earnings. A compelling life and times portrait, Serving Herself offers a revealing look at the rise and fall of a fiercely independent trailblazer who satisfied her own needs and simultaneously set a pathbreaking course for Black athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

From her start playing paddle tennis on the streets of Harlem as a young teenager to her eleven Grand Slam tennis wins to her professional golf career, Althea Gibson became the most famous black sportswoman of the mid-twentieth century. In her unprecedented athletic career, she was the first African American to win titles at the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. In this comprehensive biography, Ashley Brown narrates the public career and private struggles of Althea Gibson (1927-2003). Based on extensive archival work and oral histories, Serving Herself: The Life and Times of Althea Gibson (Oxford UP, 2023) sets Gibson's life and choices against the backdrop of the Great Migration, Jim Crow racism, the integration of American sports, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, and second wave feminism. Throughout her life Gibson continuously negotiated the expectations of her supporters and adversaries, including her patrons in the black-led American Tennis Association, the white-led United States Lawn Tennis Association, and the media, particularly the Black press and community's expectations that she selflessly serve as a representative of her race.  An incredibly talented, ultra-competitive, and not always likeable athlete, Gibson wanted to be treated as an individual first and foremost, not as a member of a specific race or gender. She was reluctant to speak openly about the indignities and prejudices she navigated as an African American woman, though she faced numerous institutional and societal barriers in achieving her goals. She frequently bucked conventional norms of femininity and put her career ahead of romantic relationships, making her personal life the subject of constant scrutiny and rumors. Despite her major wins and international recognition, including a ticker tape parade in New York City and the covers of Sports Illustrated and Time, Gibson endeavored to find commercial sponsorship and permanent economic stability. Committed to self-sufficiency, she pivoted from the elite amateur tennis circuit to State Department-sponsored goodwill tours, attempts to find success as a singer and Hollywood actress, the professional golf circuit, a tour with the Harlem Globetrotters and her own professional tennis tour, coaching, teaching children at tennis clinics, and a stint as New Jersey Athletics Commissioner. As she struggled to support herself in old age, she was left with disappointment, recounting her past achievements decades before female tennis players were able to garner substantial earnings. A compelling life and times portrait, Serving Herself offers a revealing look at the rise and fall of a fiercely independent trailblazer who satisfied her own needs and simultaneously set a pathbreaking course for Black athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

From her start playing paddle tennis on the streets of Harlem as a young teenager to her eleven Grand Slam tennis wins to her professional golf career, Althea Gibson became the most famous black sportswoman of the mid-twentieth century. In her unprecedented athletic career, she was the first African American to win titles at the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. In this comprehensive biography, Ashley Brown narrates the public career and private struggles of Althea Gibson (1927-2003). Based on extensive archival work and oral histories, Serving Herself: The Life and Times of Althea Gibson (Oxford UP, 2023) sets Gibson's life and choices against the backdrop of the Great Migration, Jim Crow racism, the integration of American sports, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, and second wave feminism. Throughout her life Gibson continuously negotiated the expectations of her supporters and adversaries, including her patrons in the black-led American Tennis Association, the white-led United States Lawn Tennis Association, and the media, particularly the Black press and community's expectations that she selflessly serve as a representative of her race.  An incredibly talented, ultra-competitive, and not always likeable athlete, Gibson wanted to be treated as an individual first and foremost, not as a member of a specific race or gender. She was reluctant to speak openly about the indignities and prejudices she navigated as an African American woman, though she faced numerous institutional and societal barriers in achieving her goals. She frequently bucked conventional norms of femininity and put her career ahead of romantic relationships, making her personal life the subject of constant scrutiny and rumors. Despite her major wins and international recognition, including a ticker tape parade in New York City and the covers of Sports Illustrated and Time, Gibson endeavored to find commercial sponsorship and permanent economic stability. Committed to self-sufficiency, she pivoted from the elite amateur tennis circuit to State Department-sponsored goodwill tours, attempts to find success as a singer and Hollywood actress, the professional golf circuit, a tour with the Harlem Globetrotters and her own professional tennis tour, coaching, teaching children at tennis clinics, and a stint as New Jersey Athletics Commissioner. As she struggled to support herself in old age, she was left with disappointment, recounting her past achievements decades before female tennis players were able to garner substantial earnings. A compelling life and times portrait, Serving Herself offers a revealing look at the rise and fall of a fiercely independent trailblazer who satisfied her own needs and simultaneously set a pathbreaking course for Black athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

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L'Espagnol Carlos Alcaraz et l'Italien Jannik Sinner dominent le tennis mondial depuis deux ans. Respectivement numéro un et numéro deux au classement ATP, ils ont remporté à eux deux tous les tournois du Grand Chelem en 2024 et en 2025.Carlos Alcaraz a 22 ans, et Jannik Sinner, 24 ans. Ils succèdent aux légendes du tennis comme Nadal, Federer ou encore Djokovic. Chaque année, quatre tournois du Grand Chelem ont lieu : Roland Garros, Wimbledon, l'US Open, et l'Open d'Australie. L'édition 2026 de l'Open d'Australie commence le 18 janvier et les deux rivaux vont tenter de remporter le trophée.A cette occasion, Éric Bruna, journaliste au service des sports du Parisien, raconte les parcours des deux champions. Il couvre l'actualité du tennis.Écoutez Code source sur toutes les plates-formes audio : Apple Podcast (iPhone, iPad), Amazon Music, Podcast Addict ou Castbox, Deezer, Spotify.Crédits. Direction de la rédaction : Pierre Chausse - Rédacteur en chef : Jules Lavie - Reporter : Barbara Gouy - Production : Clara Garnier-Amouroux, Anaïs Godard et Clémentine Spiler - Réalisation et mixage : Pierre Chaffanjon - Musiques : François Clos, Audio Network - Archives : France TV, BeinSport. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

A former Wimbledon finalist has beaten the top-ranked women's tennis player in the latest “Battle of the Sexes” in Dubai. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

It's a Merry Christmas from the Rocket of right thinking at Planet Normal to everyone stuck on Planet EarthYour intrepid co-pilots reflect on a year of political thrills and economic spills, honouring the "citizens of Planet Normal" while handing out awards to the figures in public life who impressed - and those who most certainly did not. Amidst the Christmas cheer, your hosts offer a heartfelt thank you to their "intelligent and inspired" listeners for their tireless contributions throughout a tough year, before signing off with a promise of more wit, reason, and levity when the podcast returns in mid-January.The festive spirit is bolstered by a special interview with British tennis star and Wimbledon doubles champion Henry Patten who straps in to tell us what a Wimbledon champion has for Christmas Dinner and shares his journey from the grass courts to the top of the sporting world. Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditor |Read Allison Non-crime hate incidents may be gone, but don't expect the police to stop censoring you: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/12/23/good-riddance-to-non-crime-hate-incidents/ |Read more from Allison: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/a/ak-ao/allison-pearson/ | Read Liam ‘Why I'm not cheering the pre-Christmas rate cut': https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/12/21/why-im-not-cheering-the-pre-christmas-rate-cut/ |Read more from Liam: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/liam-halligan/ |Read Liam's Substack: https://liamhalligan.substack.com/ | Read Tim Sigsworth ‘Father Christmas is ‘too white'': https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/12/21/santas-naughty-list-too-colonial-museum/ | Need help subscribing or reviewing? Learn more about podcasts here:https://www.telegraph.co.uk/radio/podcasts/podcast-can-find-best-ones-listen/ |Email: planetnormal@telegraph.co.uk |For 30 days' free access to The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/normal | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Relive one of the most electrifying matches of the 2025 tennis season as WTA Matches of the Year turns the spotlight on the Wimbledon semi-final showdown between Amanda Anisimova and Aryna Sabalenka. In this episode, we break down a gripping battle of power, precision, and mental toughness on the sport's biggest grass-court stage. From explosive baseline rallies to momentum-shifting moments under Centre Court pressure, this match had everything that defines elite WTA tennis. Join us as we analyze key points, tactical adjustments, and the emotional swings that made this semi-final an instant classic—and a defining moment in both players' 2025 campaigns. Whether you watched it live or missed the drama, this episode brings you back to one of Wimbledon's most unforgettable clashes.

Michael Horwitz shares his passion for tennis, especially playing on grass courts at the historic Longwood Cricket Club in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. He talks about how tennis has become a big part of his family's life, with everyone—from his wife and children to in-laws—getting involved in the sport. Michael describes the unique feel and challenges of playing on grass compared to hard or clay courts, and reveals how he hopes to one day participate in Longwood's prestigious 90-and-over tournament. He recounts memorable moments, including playing in a national father-daughter tournament and traveling to famous events like Wimbledon and the French Open. Michael emphasizes the welcoming nature of his club, where tennis is the focus and professional backgrounds take a back seat. He also reflects on how sharing personal passions, like tennis, helps build genuine connections both at work and in life. Episode Highlights · Michael emphasized how tennis became a big part of his adult life and family, providing opportunities to play and connect across generations. · At his tennis club, everyone is welcomed regardless of skill level, and the shared love of tennis creates genuine connections. · He discussed the value of sharing personal interests like tennis with colleagues, noting plans to further encourage his team to share their "Ands" and learn more about each other's lives beyond work. · Michael reflected on the need to feel comfortable sharing personal passions, mentioning that fulfillment comes from work and hobbies alike, and it's okay for interests to be seasonal, as with outdoor grass tennis.

In today's episode of The Running Wine Mom, Samantha sits down with legendary New York Times sports columnist and bestselling author Harvey Araton to celebrate the release of his new middle-grade novel, The Goal of the Game. Together, they explore youth sports culture, burnout, identity, pressure, and the pure joy behind why kids—and adults—play.Harvey shares personal stories from his decades covering the Olympics, Wimbledon, the NBA, and iconic athletes like Michael Jordan, while also reflecting on his own playing days, parenting, and how writing for middle-grade readers reshaped his creative process.If you're raising a young athlete, navigating the youth sports world, or remembering why you fell in love with a game—this episode will hit home.What We CoverWhy Harvey shifted from journalism to middle-grade fictionThe real purpose of youth sports (and how far culture has drifted)Overtraining, pressure, and the staggering dropout rate in youth sportsHow elite athletes shaped his understanding of talent and identityThe moment Harvey shared live, on deadline, with his son during Michael Jordan's final championshipHow adults can reclaim “play” in everyday lifeWhat he hopes kids (and parents) take from The Goal of the GameThis Week's Sponsor: El Tule Restaurant — Lambertville, NJ Authentic Peruvian + Mexican cuisine with the best margaritas in Bucks County. Perfect for date night, girls night, or a post-sports-practice treat.

Ray Thomas' recent decision to quit his high pressure role triggered a flood of tributes for the hugely popular media identity. Ray's many fans were pleased to learn he'll still be appearing on Sky Thoroughbred Central programmes “This Week Next Week” and “News Central” and intends to continue his long time hosting role on the Sunday morning edition of Sky Racing Radio's “Big Sports Breakfast”. Ray's passion for multiple sports was evident from an early age, but horse racing  prevailed when it was time for the aspiring journalist to settle on a career path. That career has been well documented, but I'd like to add my tribute to the many he's already received from colleagues and followers. He's our podcast guest this week. Ray begins by revisiting his final day in the Sydney Press Room, and the touching tribute accorded him in the Newscorp office a few days later. The popular journalist talks about the effects of his sudden departure from a very busy role. Ray talks about a 2023 health scare and the i decision to take stock of his hectic lifestyle.  He talks of his late father's career as an RAAF communications operator, a job that took him to several parts of the world. Young Raymond Grant was born during David Thomas' Hong Kong stint in the early 1960's.  Ray looks back on his dad's transfer to Perth where his love of sport began. His interest in horse racing was triggered by the deeds of two notable thoroughbred mares and one freakishly talented harness horse. Ray says one particular race call had an amazing impact on him. The multimedia personality looks back on his own participation in Aussie Rules and cricket  during those early years in WA. He talks of the decision to follow his father into the air force.  Ray acknowledges his elderly mother Marlene and siblings Tony and Stacey. He talks about his own nine year career with the RAAF. Ray takes us through the progression of roles with the Melbourne Herald Sun, the Sydney based Sportsman and finally his transition to Daily Telegraph Racing Editor, an appointment that came out of the blue. Ray takes us back to some of the biggest stories he covered from the mid nineties up to his recent retirement. From a media viewpoint some of them were veritable “bombshells”. The sixty one year old takes delight in revisiting the five races he rates as the most memorable he got to cover for Newscorp. Ray talks about the heartbreaking Friday afternoon in the Newscorp office when much loved Rugby League writer Peter Frilingos suffered a fatal heart attack at his desk. The legendary journalist was enormously thrilled when appointed to the Daily Telegraph team for the 2000 Sydney Olympics. To this day he savours memories of Cathy Freeman's dash for gold in the 400m. He was thrilled to have what he called “the best seat in the house”. Ian Thorpe's unforgettable final leg in the 4x100m relay remains another indelible memory. (Beat American Gary Hall Jnr who'd been making some idle threats in the media) Perhaps the major sporting event Ray enjoyed the most as a working journalist was the Wimbledon men's final of 2012 when Roger Federer won his seventh title at the All England Club. This was a bittersweet occasion for Ray whose father had passed away the previous year.  He's currently enjoying his new found role of grandfather to eighteen months old Charlotte. That role will soon be expanded. This is a lovely stroll down memory lane with a legend of the Australian racing media.

Christian Harrison's story isn't your typical tennis journey. Formerly a top 200 singles player, his career has been repeatedly derailed by surgeries, setbacks, and a foot injury at Wimbledon 2022 that convinced him to walk away from singles altogether. 8 surgeries before age 25 would finish most players. Cristian just adjusted.Now at 31, he's producing the best tennis of his life on the doubles court. In 2025 Harrison has rocketed to world number 15 alongside partner Evan King. The pair started the year playing Challengers and ended it at the ATP Finals in Turin, after winning titles in Dallas and Acapulco, and having deep runs at Indian Wells, Madrid, and Roland Garros.In today´s episode, Christian talks us through his journey including growing up in a tennis family - his Father Pat is a coach, and his brother Ryan Harrison won the French Open Mens Doubles in 2017. He also discusses the 2026 season which he´ll be playing with new partner and regular CTC guest Neal Skupski. In this episode: Christian reflects on his junior days which saw his family move from Louisiana to Texas to Florida for his tennis.How he kept going after 9 surgeries.Why his older brother Ryan Harrison was crucial in Christian's tennis development.Christian shares insights on coaching and player relationships, including the impact his Dad Pat has had on his career.Why he thinks 2025 has been such a successful year for him.Why he´s decided to play with GB´s Neil Skupski in 2026.Follow us on Instagram and watch all episodes on YouTube! Control the Controllables is Hiring!We´re offering a university student the chance to spend their placement year working on the Control the Controllables Podcast here in Spain. Applications are open now for the Podcast Placement role starting in September 2026.Find out more about the role and how to apply here. Or you an email the team at ctc.podcast@sototennis.com.

A novembre a San Paolo del Brasile nel 1963 e a ottobre a Buenos Aires in Argentina nel 1969. Altrimenti il Milan nella sua storia ha vissuto sfide con il mondo in palio, solo a dicembre. Il titolo iridato del ciclismo è estivo, se vogliamo come quello del tennis se lo identifichiamo nel mitologico torneo di Wimbledon. Ma il titolo mondiale del calcio per il Milan è sinonimo di dicembre o comunque autunnale e invernale. Nella nuova puntata del podcast riviviamo storie e aneddoti delle occasioni in cui i rossoneri hanno giocato per diventare Campioni del Mondo nell'ultimo mese dell'anno solare.Questo episodio include contenuti generati dall'IA.

Send Kris and Rob a Text Message!On a cold December night in 1969, a woman vanished from her comfortable Wimbledon home without a trace. Within hours, the phone rang: a man calling himself “M3” claimed she'd been taken by the mafia, demanded £1 million, and insisted she would die if the police were called. What he didn't realize was that he'd kidnapped the wrong woman.This episode unravels the kidnapping and presumed murder of 55-year-old Muriel McKay—mistaken for Rupert Murdoch's wife, targeted in an elaborate ransom plot, and held at a remote Hertfordshire farm by brothers Arthur and Nizamodeen Hosein. We'll walk through the chilling ransom calls, the botched money drops, and the landmark trial that secured a murder conviction without a body. More than five decades later, Muriel's family are still searching for her resting place as new leads, fresh digs, and recent court rulings keep this case painfully alive. Join us as we look at the planning behind the crime, the police operation that brought the kidnappers down, and the emotional toll of living without answers when there is a conviction—but no body and no grave.sources for this podcastSupport the showJOIN THE HITCHED 2 HOMICIDE IN-LAWS AND OUTLAWSSTART KRIS CALVERT'S BOOKS TODAY FOR FREEH2H WEBSITEH2H on TWITTERH2H on INSTA

In this episode of Meet the Professionals, I sit down with tennis host, commentator, and writer Nick McCarvel to unpack what it really looks like to build a career in tennis media.Nick shares how a childhood dream in Montana turned into bylines at the New York Times and USA Today, and how that writing work eventually led him to the mic as an on-court host at Grand Slams and big events around the world. We talk about cold-calling editors, early social media experiments, and why persistence (and a lot of “no”s) still matter in 2025.Nick also pulls back the curtain on his current roles with the Olympic Channel and at tournaments like Cincinnati, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the Australian Open. He explains how he prepares to tell players' stories on court, deals with nerves and stage fright as an introvert, and why research and empathy are just as important as being good on camera.If you've ever wondered how to get into tennis journalism, presenting, or sports media more broadly, this is your masterclass.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Background02:54 Career Journey in Tennis Journalism06:06 Transition to On-Camera Presence09:08 Connecting with Players and Audience12:03 Research and Preparation for Interviews15:01 Innovations in Tennis Presentation17:58 Advice for Aspiring Tennis ProfessionalsLinks:Nick McCarvel on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nickmccarvel?igsh=MXU4YW1uZXQ0MGhudw==We have Merch!!! Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop

Willkommen zur neuen Ausgabe von Chip & Charge dieses Mal mit dem Rückblick auf die Saison 2025. Auf beiden Touren hat sich die Spitze in den letzten 12 Monaten weiter abgesetzt gerade bei den Herren war das evident durch die Serie an Finals von Jannik Sinner und Carlos Alcaraz. Doch auch bei den Damen haben Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek und Coco Gauff wieder Grand Slam Turniere gewonnen. Die erste Hälfte der Sendung ist wie in den vergangenen Jahren auch schon ein Rückblick auf die Saison, angefangen im Januar. Was waren die besonders wichtigen Matches und Turnieren? Was ist vielleicht eher ... WERBUNG 10 Euro gratis bei NEO.bet Sichert euch 10 Euro gratis beim Wettanbieter NEObet, ganz ohne Einzahlung. Einfach den Promotion-Code tennis10 bei der Registrierung auf neobet.de eingeben und sofort mit den 10 Euro loswetten. Link zur NEObet-Registrierung: https://neobet.de/de/Sportwetten#account/Account Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

Willkommen zur neuen Ausgabe von Chip & Charge dieses Mal mit dem Rückblick auf die Saison 2025. Auf beiden Touren hat sich die Spitze in den letzten 12 Monaten weiter abgesetzt gerade bei den Herren war das evident durch die Serie an Finals von Jannik Sinner und Carlos Alcaraz. Doch auch bei den Damen haben Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek und Coco Gauff wieder Grand Slam Turniere gewonnen. Im zweiten Teil gibt es einen Rückblick auf das Jahr der deutschen Spieler und Spielerinnen. Während bei den Damen mit Eva Lys und Ella Seidel zwei Spielerinnen den Sprung in die Top 100 ... WERBUNG 10 Euro gratis bei NEO.bet Sichert euch 10 Euro gratis beim Wettanbieter NEObet, ganz ohne Einzahlung. Einfach den Promotion-Code tennis10 bei der Registrierung auf neobet.de eingeben und sofort mit den 10 Euro loswetten. Link zur NEObet-Registrierung: https://neobet.de/de/Sportwetten#account/Account Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.

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If you've been feeling like women's fitness over 40 is a nonstop back-and-forth debate - like you're courtside at Wimbledon watching the ball whip from one hot take to another - you're not imagining it. Social media is loud right now, especially when it comes to what women should or shouldn't be doing in midlife. That noise can make it hard to trust your instincts or know what actually matters for building strength and aging athletically. In this episode, I'm joined by strength for hypermobility & nutrition coach Nikki Naab-Levy. Together, we unpack the most confusing fitness narratives floating around right now and give you context that brings you back to center court so you feel confident, grounded, and clear on what works. What you'll learn in this episode: What if "feeling the right muscle" isn't the best way to judge your lift? Are you training for strength… or just training to get tired? Do rest periods actually matter, or is that all overblown? If hypertrophy works across a huge rep range, how do you choose what you should do? What happens when aesthetic fears collide with long-term strength and aging well? Enjoyed this episode and want more?  If you want a lifting program that tells you exactly what to do, try 7 days of Strong with Steph here >> https://stephgaudreau.com/workout Share this episode with a friend looking to improve their strength training knowledge. Subscribe to this podcast on your favorite streaming platform for new episodes!

Peter B. Cotton: When Fred the Snake and Friends Learn the Chinese Zodiac and the Great Race! This is episode 802 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Dr. Peter B. Cotton is the author and creator of an award-winning children's book series, Fred the Snake, which now consists of 10 books. He grew up in England, where the first tale was conceived long ago as a bedtime story for his then young children about how (not) to cross the road. When they had their kids, they asked what happened to “Fred-Fred”. Peter teamed up with a special illustrator (Canadian Bonnie Lemaire) and published the first book, When Fred the Snake got Squished and Mended.  Before becoming a great grandfather and celebrated children's book author, he saved lives as a leading gastroenterologist. His illustrious, international, five-decade career in medicine included treating royalty and celebrity patients, teaching, writing nearly 1,000 published medical papers, penning 10 medical books, and lecturing in over 50 nations and across the United States. He has written the definitive textbook, now in its eighth edition, Cotton and Williams' Practical Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: The Fundamentals. He also recently published his memoir, The Tunnel at the End of the Light. Schooled by Quakers, he used to tag along with his dad, a doctor, on farmhouse calls. He received his pilot license and gliding certificate in his youth. He played junior tennis at Wimbledon and got to caddie for his son who twice competed at the British Golf Open. Dr. Cotton, 85, and his wife, Marion, are blessed with four children, eight grandchildren and four great grand kids. They reside near Charleston, SC, on Dewees Island, an eco-sensitive community of 72 homes, without any cars or shops.  Our focus today is Peter's latest book … When Fred the Snake and Friends Learn the Chinese Zodiac and the Great Race!  Awesome stories! Incredible conversation! Thanks for listening! Thanks for sharing! Before you go... You could help support this podcast by Buying Me A Coffee. Not really buying me something to drink but clicking on the link on my home page at https://stevenmiletto.com for Buy Me a Coffee or by going to this link Buy Me a Coffee. This would allow you to donate to help the show address the costs associated with producing the podcast from upgrading gear to the fees associated with producing the show. That would be cool. Thanks for thinking about it.  Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! You are AWESOME! Connect & Learn More: https://petercottontales.com/ https://www.facebook.com/fredthesnakebooks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPhqEjpPL5v3nuxt4yoeGYg https://www.pinterest.com/petercotto1597/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-cotton-8b1b0240/ https://www.instagram.com/fredthesnake_/ Length - 36:08

The Daily Quiz - Sports and Leisure Today's Questions: Question 1: With which sport is Michael Jordan associated? Question 2: What is the nickname of the English football team Millwall? Question 3: With which sport is Carl Lewis associated? Question 4: With which sport is Bjorn Borg associated? Question 5: Where were the 1992 Olympics held? Question 6: Who won the Ladies singles title at Wimbledon in 2004? Question 7: Which of these is a basketball team based in Chicago? Question 8: In Baseball where do the braves come from? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Charlie Eccleshare has distinguished himself as one of the omnipresent and respected full time tennis writers on the globe, thriving as the sheer numbers of the like have dwindled. He files stories for The New York Times sports arm- The Athletic, on a weekly basis, and is a regular voice on the always great The Tennis Podcast as well. Charlie joined me from London and we spent an hour recapping the season, moving smoothly from the Murray-Djokovic partnership to the rise of Fonseca to the beautiful on court speech given by Anisimova at Wimbledon. We discussed all of the hot button topics of the day including scheduling, Saudi Arabia, and the trials and tribulations of Aryna Sabalenka. It was a tremendous chat. Recorded 11.28 Released 11.29The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by Golden Ticket Tennis, the premier tennis events company for the connoiseur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time to wrap the 2025 WTA season! We saw 5 different players split the Slams and the WTA Finals to form a season with a clear top tier but no outright dominance, allowing for surprises (Mboko, Andreeva, Swiatek at Wimbledon) and steady reliables (Sabalenka). As always, we'll take you through the season chronologically while highlighting some key themes of the year both on- and off-court. We'll survey the WTA Awards candidates, discuss our listeners' most memorable and funniest moments of the season, and hold our own feet to the fire by seeing how our 2025 breakout picks performed. Thanks for joining us for an amazing season of women's tennis! We've just launched our 2025 GoFundMe -- thanks for all the support through the years. If you'd like to contribute, you can find it here.  0:35 Launching our 2026 GoFundMe  06:00 Major stories of 2025: parity but also not  11:40 Off-court stories: Mat leave, PTPA, plus Rybakina-Vukov test the WTA's new safeguarding policy 24:25 Chronological recap, kind of  44:25 Awards season! 49:05 How did we do with our breakout picks? 52:50 What you'll remember from the season 59:55 Your funniest moments of the season 68:35 Retirements, comebacks, maternity leaves

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After an elite junior career Caty McNally blasted onto the pro tennis scene in 2019, where she played Serena Williams tough in the 2nd round night session at the US Open. With an extremely versatile game she rose steadily in the rankings, got to 54 in the spring of 2023 before elbow pain became a major problem, culminating with surgery in 2024.Now 24 years old today she has grinded back into the main draws of all the tournaments winning Newport, RI after playing Iga Swiatek tough on centre court at Wimbledon. She is now the world #81 and poised to make some noise in 2026.Caty was remarkably forthcoming in our conversation, we discussed all of the hot button topics of the day, and she painted a very interesting picture of what life for a young American on tour is like. It was an awesome chat.Recorded 11.19 and Released 11.20The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by The Golden Ticket Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this episode of Soccer Bedtime Stories, we step into the life of one of the most famous players in football history, David Beckham.We start in a small working-class house in Chingford, London, where a skinny kid with a big dream spends hours in the back garden kicking a ball with his dad. Kids will hear how young David Beckham goes from local teams like Ridgeway Rovers to signing schoolboy forms with Manchester United, scoring that unbelievable goal from the halfway line against Wimbledon, and living through both heartbreak and redemption with England—from the red card at the 1998 World Cup to the legendary free kick against Greece that sent his country to the World Cup in 2002.Told in a calm, cozy bedtime style, this soccer bedtime story focuses on resilience, handling mistakes, and never letting go of your dream—even when the world doubts you. At the end, there's a short three-question quiz to help young listeners remember key moments from Beckham's journey and build listening skills in a gentle, fun way.This episode is perfect for:Kids who love David Beckham or Manchester UnitedYoung players who are learning about free kicks, practice, and perseveranceFamilies looking for a relaxing football podcast for kids at bedtimePress play, get snug under the covers, and let “Icons: David Beckham” carry your young soccer fan off to sleep with a story of curls, courage, and never changing your answer when someone asks, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Hey soccer families—Tomek here from Soccer Bedtime Stories! Our first-ever chapter book is out: Soccer Mystery Chronicles: The Haunting of St. Mary's Stadium. It's spooky, soccer-packed fun—now on Amazon!

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Despite being the child of two professional tennis players, Makenna Jones was never forced to play the game. Furthermore, she hated tennis as she never felt good enough, felt her standard was so high and didn't have fun playing the game. Ironically, when her family moved and she was without a soccer club, she decided to choose tennis. Makenna often felt tremendous stress and pressure to win every match which typically led to panic, negative thought spirals and very critical thoughts about herself. However, when she focused on having fun, her performance excelled. She played for five years at UNC Chapel Hill (2017-2021), earning a top singles ranking of #2 and a doubles ranking of #1. She won 4 ACC titles and 3 National Indoor titles. She also made it to the professional level reaching a career-high ranking of No. 236 in singles and No. 107 in doubles and played in some of the world's biggest tournaments, including the US Open, Wimbledon, Indian Wells BNP, and Miami Open. Makenna shares how her mindset played a key role in both her performance and her rocky relationship with her sport. It wasn't until she read the classic sports psychology book, "The Inner Game of Tennis" where she learned how to try less and let her body do what it already can do. Through her ups and downs, she has learned to get through struggle with grace, joy and gratitude. @kennajones14

Grab your cafecito ☕️—today we're talking global expansion with Mike from H&Co, who leads their Global Expansion team. From when it makes sense to go international to how tariffs and nearshoring are reshaping strategy, Mike breaks down the real-world playbook for entering LATAM (Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile), UAE/Saudi, Europe, Canada, and more. We also get into culture, careers, and some elite sports-travel stories (World Cup, Wimbledon, El Clásico).What you'll learnHow to know if your company is ready to expand (it's about opportunity, not just revenue)Tariffs & counter-tariffs made simple—and why nearshoring to Mexico/Colombia is boomingEntity setup, tax/accounting/HR/payroll, ERP considerations, and compliance (end-to-end roadmap)Picking your first country: market demand, treaties, ops complexity, and costCulture & execution: why great products still fail without local adaptationCareer path into international business (skills that actually matter)Chapters0:00 Intro & why H&Co partners with Cafecito y Croquetas1:15 Mike's path: Spain → London → Miami & 100+ countries4:00 Why companies expand globally (demand, costs, M&A)6:45 Are you “big enough” to go international?8:10 What H&Co handles: entity, tax, HR/payroll, compliance, ERPs10:30 Picking markets: Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, UAE, Saudi, EU, Canada13:55 Tariffs explained & the rise of nearshoring18:20 Realities vs. politics: how smart operators adapt21:10 Culture, timelines, and choosing the right structure24:40 Testing demand with digital marketing before you land27:30 Living/working in Spain, UK, Switzerland—business culture lessons31:20 Sports stories: World Cup semis/final, El Clásico, rugby/cricket35:40 Career advice for breaking into global expansion37:00 WrapWho this episode is forFounders, COOs, CFOs, and marketers exploring international growth, cost optimization, and compliance-ready market entry.ConnectGuest: Mike — H&Co (Global Expansion)Host: Stay Tranquilo Network | Cafecito y Croquetas#globalexpansion #career #businesspodcast #morningbrew #business #businesssuccess #miami #globalbusiness #latam #tarrifs #nearshoring #uae #growth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Catherine, David and Matt are joined by the current British No.1 and Indian Wells champion Jack Draper for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview. Having been forced to shut down his season early due to an arm injury, Draper talks through some of the highs and lows of the year, updates us on his preparation for next season, and delves deep into the current scheduling issues on the ATP Tour.Part one (00:00 - 29:59) - Jack tells us about the arm pain that blighted the second half of his 2025 season, and takes a deeper look at the way that injuries and his relationship with his body in general have shaped his career so far. There's also chat about what it's like to be part of the Alcaraz-Sinner generation, the way the word "pressure" is thrown around when it comes to Wimbledon, and how he is preparing for 2026.Part two (30:00 - 1:09:40) - Having opened up a bit on social media recently about scheduling issues, Jack speaks to us in depth about the calendar, detailing the toll that the 12-day Masters are taking on the players. There's debate about revenue-sharing, exhibitions, the off-season, and what needs to change for tennis to protect its players better.Part three (1:09:41 -1:43:50) - We get into the more light-hearted stuff with Jack including the experience of the US Open mixed doubles, his idolisation of Rafael Nadal, his relationship with Andy Murray, and The Traitors. 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.

How does Ben Crowe get elite athletes to the top of their game? What he asks footballers, surfers and tennis players to do seems counter intuitive, and a lot of the work happens off the field. (R)Ben Crowe is a mindset coach who has worked with elite athletes like surfer Steph Gilmore, tennis superstar Ash Barty, and the Richmond Football Club.But Ben's method of coaching seems counter-intuitive.Rather than telling these athletes they're the best, he encourages them to own their flaws, make sense of their life stories off the field, prioritising vulnerability and human connection, so they can take both wins and losses in their stride. Further informationOriginally broadcast in July 2021.Ben Crowe's new book, Where the Light Gets In, will be published by HarperCollins in January 2026.This episode of Conversations was produced by Michelle Ransom Hughes, executive producer was Carmel Rooney.It explores sport, NBA, basketball, football, Bayern, David Beckham, Hawks, Tigers, Magpies, Warriors, Tottenham, Jake Weatherald, Champions League, Wimbledon, Tennis Open, US Open, Australian Open, Arsenal, UCL, sports trading, UEFA, FIFA, mindset coaching, positive, books, writing, origin story, grief, death of a father, josh giddey.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

She is a sports icon and a trailblazer for women. She won 39 Grand Slam tennis titles during her career, and she fought for equal pay and equal opportunity for women in the game. She founded the Women's Tennis Association and was the first woman named Sportsperson of the Year by Sports Illustrated Magazine. She captivated the world when she won "The Battle of the Sexes".against Bobby Riggs. Now 81 years old, Billie Jean King has a lot of thoughts about her storied career, and many tales to tell!  

If you can believe drummers and motorcycles: it's Lionel Richie. 12 notes, sleep outs, God's words, and winning Wimbledon. Fungus is among us… on an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.