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WTA Finals delivered some entertaining matches – especially Amanda Anisimova vs Iga Swiatek – but it was Elena Rybakina who went unbeaten in Riyadh, seeing off world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final and collecting a $5.2m cheque. The final unfortunately made the news for the wrong reasons after Rybakina refused to take a picture with WTA CEO Portia Archer during the trophy ceremony. We discuss. On the men's side, the ATP Finals field was confirmed in the 25th hour after Novak Djokovic made everybody wait. The 24-time Grand Slam champion announced his withdrawal shortly after beating Lorenzo Musetti in a dramatic Athens final. We have three black men competing at the year-end event which is a first for Black Spin Global. In singles, World No 6 Ben Shelton and world No 8 Félix Auger-Aliassime are in the Bjorn Borg alongside Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev. In doubles, debutant Evan King and partner Christian Harrison, the eighth-ranked pair in the race, are in the John McEnroe group. To close, we share our predictions for Turin. Don't forget to rate, review and share on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Audioboom. For daily tennis updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackspinglobal Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackSpinGlobal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackspinglobal GET OUR MERCH HERE: https://blackspinglobal.com/collections
We broke our sacred rule for a very good reason. The former World No. 1 and 2018 Australian Open champion joins the pod for one of the funniest and unfiltered interviews we've ever done. Caro looks back on her incredible career, her comeback after motherhood and what life looks like now. Of course, we asked the important stuff too, like whether she actually earns frequent flyer miles, and how she became BFF with Serena (which somehow involves an unexpected doubles partnership with Venus). Meanwhile, the boys dive into the madness of the ATP Finals, reliving their own runs in London and debating who handled the O2 pressure best... spoiler, not all of them! Things take a turn with a “favorite tennis couples” segment that quickly goes off the rails, complete with hot takes, wild rumors, and maybe a little oversharing. 00:00 Intro 00:55 Tighty Whitey Poll Results 02:12 Tour Finals Memories 10:34 Favorite Tennis Couples 18:49 Interview with Caroline Wozniacki 25:01 Reflecting on the Australian Open Victory 25:21 Handling Pressure and Match Points 26:19 Post-Match Celebrations and Regrets 26:49 Career Challenges and Unmastered Shots 27:47 Travel Tales and Frequent Flyer Miles 29:32 Choosing the Ideal Travel Companion 31:03 Fashion Collaboration with Stella McCartney 32:13 Motherhood and Tennis Comeback 35:48 Encouraging Kids in Sports 38:42 Quickfire Questions and Tennis Insights 43:37 Serena Williams: A Formidable Opponent and Friend 48:12 Wedding Fun and Future Plans 50:50 Debating Tennis Achievements 55:07 Conclusion and Upcoming Tennis Events
Bradley Klahn joins the show to recap Jannik Sinner's run to the Paris Masters Title, and the Italian's improbable return to the No. 1 Ranking on the ATP. Klahn breaks down Felix Auger Aliassime's elite performance indoors, and his decision to rest during the final week as his battle with Lorenzo Musetti for the final spot at the ATP Finals hangs in the battle. The Stanford alum and former pro discusses Alexander Bublik's resurgent season, Valentin Vacherot's incredible breakthrough, and Novak Djokovic's decision to play in Athens. Klahn also dives into the WTA Finals where the final qualifier Elena Rybakina has reached the semifinals. The commentator weighs in on Madison Keys impressive 2025, Iga Swiatek's improvements on fast courts, and ponders if anyone can top World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at this year's final tournament for the women. 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.
A packed episode this week as Jannik Sinner wins the Rolex Paris Masters and returns to World No.1 in style! Keith and John break down his rise, what it means heading into the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, and how the chasing pack stacks up.We also dive into the great “what if” careers — the most talented players whose potential was stalled by injury, from Del Potro and Rafa's recurring battles to others who never got the trophy haul they deserved.Plus, John shares exciting news about his new role spearheading the Prostate Cancer Foundation's Pro-Am Series — bringing legends together for a remarkable cause.All that, plus our usual tennis takes, banter, and a look ahead at the season-ending fireworks in Italy. Rock on. Serve on.
Catherine, David and Matt react to Jannik Sinner's title in Paris and the first couple of days of action at the WTA Finals. Part one - ATP. Sinner is the Paris champion and the World No.1 again, but he will finish the season on top or will it be Carlos Alcaraz? We chat about that race, Sinner's astonishing performances all week in Paris, and how the final spot in Turin all comes down to the last week of the season as Felix Auger-Aliassime and Lorenzo Musetti's fates could be decided by Novak Djokovic. Part two - WTA (30:17). We all predicted Amanda Anisimova to win the title at the WTA Finals, but she lost her opening match 6-3 6-1 to Elena Rybakina. So what happened? And can she bounce back? We chat about the disappointing matches so far, Jasmine Paolini being under the weather, and the return of Coco Gauff's double fault issues against Jessica Pegula. Plus, Victoria Mboko has ended the year on a high with another title. Part three - News (50:31). We pay tribute to the retiring Rohan Bopanna and we say goodbye to our beloved Rosie. 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.
The guys break down everything from the Paris Masters madness to the year-end race heating up in Turin. Sinner is on an absolute tear indoors and battling Alcaraz for the year-end World No. 1. They also dive into the Musetti vs. Auger-Aliassime fight for the final ATP Finals spot and what they would do if they were Felix. Sam shares his USTA League debut (yes, he's officially back) with all the nerves, partner drama, and post-match laughs. Then it's Medvedev's late-night baseball tweets, Zizou Bergs' moonwalk, Opelka's savage Instagram comment, and a look at the new Paris venue. They also check in on the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Gauff's serving struggles, and who the real favorites are for the massive prize money on the line. Plus, time to review our tournament predictions that may or may not already be doomed. 00:00 Introduction and show preview 00:46 Sam's USTA League debut 03:53 World Series talk and Medvedev's late-night tweets 06:11 Paris Masters recap: Sinner's indoor dominance 09:14 Felix Auger-Aliassime's form and confidence 12:07 Sinner vs. Alcaraz: the race for year-end No. 1 16:33 Turin predictions and Alcaraz's chances 20:04 Paris Masters drama: Opelka vs. Bergs 22:02 Felix vs. Musetti: the battle for the final spot 26:43 WTA Finals: Gauff's struggles and surprises 32:48 Goodbye!
Victoria Mboko, the Queen of Canadian Tennis, closed out 2025 in style winning her second title of the year in Hong Kong. The 19-year-old Canadian saw off Filipina Alexandra Eala and countrywoman Leylah Fernandez en route. Mboko, who started the year ranked 333 in the world, is now at a career high 18. The WTA Finals are well under way in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Defending champion Coco Gauff fell to Jessica Pegula in her opening match in the Stefanie Graf group. As did Jasmine Paolini, against Aryna Sabalenka. Gauff versus Paolini is now a must-win match for both. Madison Keys, playing for the first time since the US Open, is also in action. The Australian Open champion is in the Serena Williams group alongside Iga Swiatek, Amanda Anisimova and Elena Rybakina. In the doubles event, Paolini and Sara Errani are the top seeds in the Martina Navratilova group alongside debutant Asia Muhammad and Demi Schuurs. Second seeds Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova are in the Liezel Huber group. Félix Auger-Aliassime played himself into an ATP Finals spot with his run to the Paris Masters final. The 25-year-old Canadian, who currently occupies the eighth and final place in the Race to Turin, lost to Jannik Sinner in Sunday's championship match. Sinner returns to No 1 in the world. World No 6 Ben Shelton also qualified for Turin following his run in Paris where he lost to eventual champion Sinner in the quarter-finals. To close, we share our thoughts on the ATP adding a 10th Masters event to the calendar from 2028.
At just 29, Garbiñe Muguruza—2x Grand Slam Champion and former World No.1—made the shocking decision to step away from tennis. In this raw, emotional conversation, she opens up to Caroline Garcia and Borja Durán about pressure, burnout, family sacrifice, and finding peace beyond trophies.Key Moments:01:00 – Growing Up in Venezuela & Family Sacrifice06:00 – Strict Parenting and Losing Childhood Innocence12:00 – Breakthrough Moment at Miami Open15:00 – Winning Roland Garros Against Serena Williams19:30 – “No One Cares About the Finalist”23:00 – The Dark Side of Perfectionism33:00 – After the WTA Finals: Relief, Burnout, and Self-Discovery37:00 – Making Peace With Stepping Away From Tennis45:00 – Life After Tennis: Becoming WTA Finals Tournament Director49:00 – Advice to Her Younger SelfIf you enjoyed this conversation, don't forget to subscribe, like, and comment your favorite moment! It really helps us bring you more authentic tennis stories.This episode is brought to you by Hologic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We react to Jannik Sinner defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime to win the Paris Masters 2025 and in doing so he becomes world number one! Tell us your thoughts in the comments! ❤️ SUBSCRIBE TO GTL: https://bit.ly/35JyOhz ▶️ JOIN YOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: https://bit.ly/3Fk9rSr
Kiwi squash star and world No.3 Paul Coll has won his first major PSA title in almost two years. He's won the Qatar Classic, beating Egyptian and World No.1 Mostafa Asal in four key games. He joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this bonus episode, we break down all the action from the Wuhan Open — where Iga Świątek delivered a dominant performance against Belinda Bencic to book her place in the quarter-finals against Jasmine Paolini. We analyze what's clicking for the World No. 1 on hard courts and how Paolini's fearless game could pose a challenge. Plus, a deep dive into the upcoming Aryna Sabalenka vs. Elena Rybakina showdown — a clash of power, precision, and rivalry that could define the road to the title in Wuhan. Tune in for tactical breakdowns, player insights, and predictions from the heart of the WTA tour.
We got the chance to sit down with new World No. 1 ranked men's compound archer Mathias Fullerton of Denmark right after he took the top spot from the legendary Mike Schloesser, who held the crown for over four years. Fullerton talks about the work he put in to get to the top, what it means to him to be there, and what's next for him in his archery career.
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Anisimova's Double, Sinner's Struggles & Zverev's Court Speed Storm… It's been another dramatic week on the ATP and WTA Tours as the Asian Swing heats up. Join Joel, Kim, and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ as they break down all the big stories — from Amanda Anisimova capturing her second WTA 1000 title of 2025 in Beijing, defeating rising Czech star Linda Noskova in a thrilling final, to booking her spot at the WTA Finals in Riyadh. Is she now America's No. 1 — and could she even be a future World No. 1?On the ATP side, Jannik Sinner's Shanghai title defence ends in frustration as he's forced to retire with cramps, reigniting debate around the gruelling Masters 1000 schedule and the increasingly slow court speeds. Alexander Zverev adds fuel to the fire, accusing tournaments of tailoring conditions to favour Alcaraz and Sinner — but does he have a point?In the second half, Chris chats with Tariq Naslawi, founder of Trace and co-creator of Collect, the official ATP collection game, before the team previews the Wuhan Open, where Sabalenka and Swiatek headline a blockbuster draw. Plus, Joel reacts to Iga Swiatek's racket appearing in a zombie video game, Kim celebrates Rafael Nadal's honorary doctorate, and Chris reveals our latest Babolat competition winner.TRACECollect is the official collection game for fans by the ATP and TraceSign up and start collecting from the Shanghai Masters at https://tinyurl.com/2u6azwyp SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
World No. 34 and rising American star Alex Michelsen joins the pod! Fresh off making his Laver Cup debut, Alex joins John, Jack, Sam and Steve to share his journey in tennis and reflect on his year so far. He talks about representing Team World, going up against top players like Carlos Alcaraz, and shares some fun off-court stories from his life on tour. Plus, the boys cover some of the biggest headlines from Shanghai and debate what it means to 'make it' as a pro athlete. 00:00 Sponsor Message 01:33 Debate: What Defines a Professional Athlete? 09:36 Shanghai Masters Preview 13:10 Nalbandian and his Magic Run 22:42 Interview with Alex Michelsen 30:11 Post-Event Reflections and Travel Stories 31:16 Tennis Idols and Early Inspirations 32:21 Realizing Tennis Potential 33:20 Breakthrough Moments and Career Milestones 34:49 Facing Top Players and Building Confidence 36:38 Going Pro and Personal Insights 41:43 Sinner-Alcaraz Dominance 48:55 Time for the Hot Seat! 54:00 How Steve Benched Michelsen for Channelling Novak 56:59 Wrapping Up!
World No. 2 Jannik Sinner faced ATP Final debutant Learner Tien to conclude the Beijing 500 2025. Gill Gross breakdown and analysis... IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJTwitter/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.
It's a blockbuster quarterfinal at the Tokyo Open 2025 as World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz takes on American No. 1 Taylor Fritz in a high-stakes showdown on the hard courts of Japan.
On today's Cracked Interviews, Alex Gruskin sits down with tennis legend Roger Federer live from the 2025 Laver Cup in San Francisco. Federer shares his perspective on this year's edition of the event and what it's been like transitioning from playing on court to watching from the sidelines. Alex also presses Roger on how he would gameplan against current World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz if he were still competing, and what kind of training he's doing to prepare for his upcoming exhibition tour alongside longtime rival and friend Rafael Nadal. A rare and candid conversation with one of the sport's greatest icons—this is an interview you won't want to miss. Don't forget to give a 5 star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your twitter/instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Laurel Springs Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it comes to support, personalization, community, and college prep. They give their K-12 students the resources, guidance, and learning opportunities they need at each grade level to reach their full potential. Find Cracked Racquets Website: https://www.crackedracquets.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquets Twitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquets Facebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquets YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's Cracked Interviews, Alex Gruskin sits down with tennis legend Roger Federer live from the 2025 Laver Cup in San Francisco. Federer shares his perspective on this year's edition of the event and what it's been like transitioning from playing on court to watching from the sidelines. Alex also presses Roger on how he would gameplan against current World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz if he were still competing, and what kind of training he's doing to prepare for his upcoming exhibition tour alongside longtime rival and friend Rafael Nadal. A rare and candid conversation with one of the sport's greatest icons—this is an interview you won't want to miss. Don't forget to give a 5 star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your twitter/instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Laurel Springs Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it comes to support, personalization, community, and college prep. They give their K-12 students the resources, guidance, and learning opportunities they need at each grade level to reach their full potential. Find Cracked Racquets Website: https://www.crackedracquets.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquets Twitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquets Facebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquets YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's Cracked Interviews, Alex Gruskin sits down with tennis legend Roger Federer live from the 2025 Laver Cup in San Francisco. Federer shares his perspective on this year's edition of the event and what it's been like transitioning from playing on court to watching from the sidelines. Alex also presses Roger on how he would gameplan against current World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz if he were still competing, and what kind of training he's doing to prepare for his upcoming exhibition tour alongside longtime rival and friend Rafael Nadal. A rare and candid conversation with one of the sport's greatest icons—this is an interview you won't want to miss. Don't forget to give a 5 star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your twitter/instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Laurel Springs Ranked among the best online private schools in the United States, Laurel Springs stands out when it comes to support, personalization, community, and college prep. They give their K-12 students the resources, guidance, and learning opportunities they need at each grade level to reach their full potential. Find Cracked Racquets Website: https://www.crackedracquets.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquets Twitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquets Facebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquets YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Adam Hawal has quickly become one of squash's brightest young stars after stunning the squash world by taking down former World No.1 and London Classic champion Paul Coll—despite being ranked more than 200 spots lower in the PSA rankings. As a result of his Egyptian Open escapades, he's launched himself close to 150 spots up in the rankings to world 114. In this episode, Adam and I dive into his breakout run at the Egyptian Open, his journey through the junior ranks, the role models who inspire him, and his future plans—including whether he'll follow in Ali Farag's footsteps and pursue the U.S. college squash route.
From San Francisco to Seoul and Shenzhen, it's been a non-stop week of tennis drama. Join Kim and Chris as they unpack all the action, from the Laver Cup to the Billie Jean King Cup finals. Team World reigned supreme in San Francisco with a dramatic Laver Cup victory under new captain Andre Agassi, as Taylor Fritz sealed the trophy in style against Alexander Zverev, just days after his shock win over Carlos Alcaraz.In Shenzhen, Italy once again defended their Billie Jean King Cup crown, with Jasmine Paolini and Elisabetta Cocciaretto powering past Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro despite unfavourable head-to-head records. Meanwhile in Seoul, Iga Swiatek battled past Ekaterina Alexandrova to clinch her 25th career title, while Emma Raducanu's return to the court ended in heartbreak against Barbora Krejcikova.We also look ahead to the WTA 1000 in Beijing, where Coco Gauff is aiming to defend her title in the absence of World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, and the ATP 500 in Tokyo, where Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz could be set for another showdown.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
SPORTS: PH battles world No. 1 Japan in Asian tilt | Sept. 22, 2025Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTSubscribe Visit our website at https://www.manilatimes.net Follow us: Facebook - https://tmt.ph/facebook Instagram - https://tmt.ph/instagram Twitter - https://tmt.ph/twitter DailyMotion - https://tmt.ph/dailymotion Subscribe to our Digital Edition - https://tmt.ph/digital Check out our Podcasts: Spotify - https://tmt.ph/spotify Apple Podcasts - https://tmt.ph/applepodcasts Amazon Music - https://tmt.ph/amazonmusic Deezer: https://tmt.ph/deezer Stitcher: https://tmt.ph/stitcherTune In: https://tmt.ph/tunein #TheManilaTimes#KeepUpWithTheTimes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the She2.0 Podcast, I sit down with Elisa Kosonen, a former fashion editor turned registered holistic nutritionist and founder of 14 Carrots - a practice helping women reclaim their energy, resilience, and joy in midlife. We talk about:✨ The scary-but-thrilling reality of making a midlife career pivot✨ Burnout red flags every woman should watch for✨ Why perimenopause is the “runway” to menopause - and how to make the landing smoother✨ The transferable skills you already have (yes, you're more qualified than you think)✨ What it really takes to start over at 40+ If you've ever thought “Is this it?” while staring down your career, relationships, or health in midlife, this conversation is proof that change is not only possible, it can be the best thing you ever do.
We're in the business end of the Women's Rugby World Cup, but a former Black Ferns captain is warning against getting cocky. The Black Ferns have made light work of Spain, Japan, Ireland, and South Africa, leading them to the semi-finals. Saturday morning will see them face off against the World No 2 team – Canada. Former Captain Dr Farah Palmer told Mike Hosking that although it's likely we'll make it through and face England in the final, she wouldn't take Canada lightly. She says the last time we played Canada was a draw, and the time before that was a loss, so we need to focus on Canada first, not the finals. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Check out our website... https://www.talking-tennis.com/ Subscribe to our podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxH Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752 Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1ae Follow us on... Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/ Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/ Rakotomanga Rajaonah eclipses Tjen in São PauloWinner: 19-year-old Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah (France) won her first WTA Tour title by defeating Janice Tjen (Indonesia) 6-3, 6-4 in the final of the SP Open (WTA 250) in São Paulo. It was the inaugural edition of the São Paulo Open, marking the WTA's return to the city after a long absence. Rakotomanga Rajaonah was outside the top 200 before the tournament; her win vaults her up in the rankings to a career high of No. 131. Key stats/factors:She converted 4 of 8 break point chances, while Tjen managed only 2 of 10. Rakotomanga Rajaonah didn't hit an ace in the final, and committed five double faults, but her serve percentages and second-serve resilience were strong. Tjen had a strong first-serve performance, but she struggled significantly on her second serve. Jovic wins GuadalajaraWinner: 17-year-old Iva Jovic (USA) picked up her first WTA title at the Guadalajara Open Akron (WTA 500 event), beating Emiliana Arango (Colombia) 6-4, 6-1 in the final. With this win, Jovic becomes the youngest winner on the WTA Tour this season. She had to battle in earlier rounds, including saving multiple break points and pushing through some tight matches. In the final, she dominated from the return, saved break points, and used momentum well. The victory also gives a large boost in prize money (~US$164,000) and ranking points, moving her significantly up in the race. Seoul Preview (Korea Open 2025)Here's what to look out for as the tour shifts to Seoul:The Korea Open Tennis Championships in Seoul are a WTA 500 event, outdoor hard courts. Prize money is ~$1,064,510, and a strong field is expected. Key players / seedsIga Świątek — World No. 2, top seed; she's making her Seoul debut. Amanda Anisimova — Seeded high; coming off strong results. Ekaterina Alexandrova — Former Seoul champion, familiar with the conditions. Clara Tauson, Daria Kasatkina, Beatriz Haddad Maia (defending champ), Emma Raducanu among others — mix of experience and rising forms. What to watch / storyline anglesWhether Świątek can break her WTA 500 title drought — she hasn't won a 500-level since Stuttgart 2023. The defending champion Haddad Maia will be looking to defend points and maintain momentum. The wildcard entries (especially local players) might shake things up; local crowd support could matter. Rising players might use this as a springboard late in the season (for rankings, confidence, etc.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Men's tennis has always been defined by legendary rivalries. For nearly two decades, the Big Three – Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic – treated us to unforgettable clashes on the sport's biggest stages. That era has finally passed, and a new duopoly is taking centre stage. In this weekender episode, we delve into the exciting rivalry between World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and World No. 2 Jannik Sinner, who most recently clashed in the U.S. Open final. They became the first men in history to contest three major finals in a single calendar year. What makes this rivalry so compelling? How do they compare to the Big Three? And will their dominance shape the ATP tour for years to come? Guest: N. Sudarshan from The Hindu's sports bureau Host: Reuben Joe Joseph Edited by Jude Francis Weston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The US Open is over, and the guys are here to break it all down. Sam, Jack, John, and Steve dive into the men's and women's finals and what really decided them. Carlos Alcaraz overpowered Jannik Sinner with a relentlessness performance that capped off a dominant campaign. Did Sinner ever really have a shot, or was it always Alcaraz's title to lose? The guys don't exactly see eye to eye! In the women's final, Aryna Sabalenka extended her wild tiebreak streak to 19 straight while taking out Amanda Anisimova. With her first Major of the season, she leaves New York looking every bit the rightful World No. 1. Off the court, we've got Bracket Challenge chaos (guess who's on the hook for the jingle?) and even some unsolicited advice for the secret service agents spotted at the Open. We wrap it up with big news about next week's Red Bull Flugtag! 00:00 Kicking things off! 00:22 Men's Final Recap: Alcaraz vs. Sinner 03:21 "The entire match was on Alcaraz's racquet" 11:00 Secret service & celebrity sightings in NYC 14:41 Women's Final Recap: Sabalenka vs. Anisimova 16:41 Sabalenka's UNREAL tiebreak streak 21:12 Bracket Challenge result & the jingle bet 23:15 Next stop: Red Bull Flugtag madness 24:52 Wrapping it up & what's next
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are set for a blockbuster US Open final, and Joel and Kim are here to break it all down at Tennis Weekly HQ.Alcaraz delivered a statement performance against Novak Djokovic, gaining revenge for his Australian Open defeat earlier this year and scoring his first hard-court victory over the 38-year-old Serbian legend. The Spaniard cruised through in straight sets, not dropping a set all tournament, still finding the time to play golf with Sergio Garcia, and secured his spot in a second US Open final as he eyes both the trophy and a return to World No. 1.Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner battled through the night session, overcoming an inspired at times Felix Auger-Aliassime in four hard-fought sets to notch his 300th career win. Despite a mid-match medical timeout, the Italian found his best tennis in the clutch moments to set up yet another Grand Slam showdown with Alcaraz. For the first time in the Open Era, two players will contest three major finals in the same season — Roland Garros, Wimbledon and now New York. Who will claim the US Open crown and the year-end No. 1 ranking? Join us as we lay down our predictions and get Kim's view on the women's final between Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova!SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Day 2 of dressage did not dissapoint. Austin O'Connor and Colorado Blue dropped the best Irish test here in 25 years (!!), Oliver Townend and Cooley Rosalent kept the pressure bubbling, and Harry Meade had the most hairy warm-up disruption before somehow pulling it back together. Ros Canter? Cool as ever, reminding everyone why Walter is Walter. And yes, we've got the inside line on tomorrow with Dairy Mound stride debates and Trout Hatchery “what was Derek thinking?” moments. Burghley chaos, Burghley magic. All in a day. Listen to it here. Highlights: Best Irish Burghley dressage in 25 years — how it happened and what it sets up First-Burghley nerves vs. plans: producing a homegrown five-star horse Why tiny warm-up disruptions can cost big in the ring Snaffle switch that paid off, plus real talk on rideability and relaxation Course intel: Dairy Mound stride calls, Trout Hatchery flow, Leaf Pit accuracy, and where the time vanishes Who actually looks fast enough to make it — and who needs Sunday to land it Guests: Austin O'Connor — Olympic medalist for Ireland Cassie Sanger — U.S. five-star debutant Ros Canter — World Champion and defending Burghley winner Oliver Townend — Olympic gold medalist and five-star regular Tim Price — Five-star winner and former World No.1 Sam Lissington — New Zealand five-star rider Emma Thomas — British five-star rider Pete Cattell — Long-time owner and supporter Ali Barrett — EquiRatings team Annie Bishop — journalist & US Equestrian Open podcast host Alex Bragg — British five-star rider Want to watch every moment? Subscribe to Burghley TV for exclusive live coverage, replays, and behind-the-scenes access throughout the week. And for the latest updates, follow the Defender Burghley Horse Trials on Instagram at @burghleyhorsetrials. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Instagram and Facebook. throughout the week for daily Burghley Diaries, behind-the-scenes access, and all the stories as they unfold at one of eventing's greatest stages.
It's been an action-packed set of quarterfinals in New York City, with the semifinal line-ups (nearly) now confirmed. In a Wimbledon final repeat, Amanda Anisimova was able to exact revenge on Iga Swiatek (and that double bagel defeat) to make her first US Open semifinal, whilst Felix Auger-Aliassime extended his sparkling run by outlasting Alex De Minaur — who once again fell short of his maiden Grand Slam semifinal. Will he ever get there?We also dive into Novak Djokovic's gritty, guns-out win over Taylor Fritz and ask whether the Serbian can finally make another major final and build on his Australian Open victory against Carlos Alcaraz as the Spaniard marched into the semis without dropping a set, looking as ruthless as ever. Jessica Pegula also brought Barbora Krejcikova back down to earth after her dramatic win over Taylor Townsend, booking a semifinal showdown with World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, who advanced via walkover following Marketa Vondrousova's withdrawal. Can Pegula keep up the curse of Americans and stop Sabalenka from reaching yet another Grand Slam final?SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today Paul Hawksbee & Charlie Baker serve up a brand-new episode packed with big names and big laughs! They're joined by golfing legend and former World No.1 Sir Nick Faldo, who gives his take on Luke Donald's bold Ryder Cup wild card picks. Then, rising music star Finn Forester drops in ahead of his upcoming tour, followed by the one-and-only Ben Woodroffe, the reigning World Toe Wrestling Champion and there's loads more you won't want to miss!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
… and breathe! It's been another couple of days of high drama in Round 4 at the US Open in New York City. We kick off with Naomi Osaka's stunning win over Coco Gauff, a straight-sets victory that puts her into her first Slam quarterfinal in more than four years — and marks her first top-five win since 2018. Osaka has always won a Grand Slam every time she has reached the quarterfinals - Joel and Kim discuss can she do it again? We also talk Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, who both continued their serene progress into the last eight, with the Spaniard looking very much the part on serve (less said about the barnet the better!).Elsewhere, Daniil Medvedev has split with long-time coach Gilles Cervara after eight successful years, sparking questions about where the former World No. 1 goes next. Mouratoglou? Ivanesevic? No one?! Barbora Krejcikova also pulled off the escape of the tournament, saving eight match points to deny Taylor Townsend in a dramatic Arthur Ashe clash that truly showed what Grand Slam champion mentality looks like, whilst a resurgent Felix Auger-Aliassime produced fearless tennis to dismantle Andrey Rublev and book a quarterfinal against the under the radar Alex de Minaur. Plus, we get excited overIga Swiatek's statement win, Marketa Vondrousova's ball bashing upset of Elena Rybakina, and the bizarre “hat-stealing” story - now with an apology from the Polish CEO - that's taken social media by storm!SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Coco Gauff beat Magdelena Frech 6-2, 6-3 in the first match on Arthur Ashe. The third seed, who said she “felt a lot lighter going on court”, put up some good numbers against Frech. Stat sheet made for nice reading for the 2023 champion, too. Was nearly perfect at the net 10/11, won 71% of points on first serve and only hit four double faults (one in the first and three in the second). Naomi Osaka handled (15)Daria Kasatkina in three sets – 6-0, 4-6, 6-2 on Louis Armstrong. The two-time champ was near flawless in the first set, had a wobble in the second after Kasatkina raised her level, but locked back in during the third set to close out the match and book her place in the second week. The Japanese shared her thoughts on facing Gauff. Felix Auger-Aliassime took down third seed Alexander Zverev in four sets – 4-6, 7-6, 6-4, 6-4 – in a performance that took us back to the days when FAA was a top 10 player. The Canadian was teeing off from the forehand wing and was evidently loving the conditions in New York, which he alluded to during his post-match presser. Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez are going strong in doubles, they beat Ulrikke Eikeri and Eri Hozumi 7-6(1), 6-1. So are top seeds Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova, who beat Alycia Parks and Dayana Yastremska 6-3, 6-3 on a packed Court 12. Credits: US Open Tennis Championships. Don't forget to rate, review and share on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Audioboom. For daily tennis updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackspinglobal Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackSpinGlobal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackspinglobal GET OUR MERCH HERE: https://blackspinglobal.com/collections
Taylor Townsend picked up from where she left off against Jelena Ostapenko, this time seeing off world No 5 Mirra Andreeva inside a busy Arthur Ashe stadium. Townsend was an example of staying in the moment, recovering from an early break down in the first set and seemingly going on to cruise in set two. The doubles world No 1's stardom continues to rise. Now to the defeats, Jasmine Paolini fell to Marketa Vondrousova on Grandstand. The Italian seventh seed was the better player in the first set and had two looks at a break point but was unable to convert. The second set was a complete switchup, and to Paolini's credit she admitted nerves got the better of her. Frances Tiafoe, the 17th seed, had no answer for qualifier Jan-Lennard Struff, who took the American down in three sets. The two-time US Open semi-finalist was unable to create any real openings and was not looking to make any excuses afterwards. And finally, Ben Shelton, the sixth seed, was forced to retire against crafty Frenchman Adrian Mannarino at two sets all. Shelton, who left the court in tears, appeared to have hurt his left shoulder. The 22-year-old was able to put things into perspective in his post-match presser. Credits: US Open Tennis Championships. Don't forget to rate, review and share on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Audioboom. For daily tennis updates: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackspinglobal Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlackSpinGlobal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blackspinglobal GET OUR MERCH HERE: https://blackspinglobal.com/collections
North Shelley Grit Merchant, Hard Charging Cone Fiend and World No.1 Molly Picklum sits down with Deadly on Tavarua for an exclusive one-on-one chat about winning, losing and learning in the lead up to the big dance. ALL HAIL THE SWELLIAN KWEEN!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WSL and Tavi TV Presents... Blitzed Fiji Finals Dispatch Day 4 featuring the Goat Molecule at Full Vibration, a chinwag with the all-conquering World No.2 Big Bru Jordy Smith and an audience with Betty Lou Sakura Johnson who is ready to start throwing hammers! Keeeeeeeding me! Let's do this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Super coach Matt Bemrose has played mentor and spirit animal to the Vortex Shaman Jack Robbo and World No.1 Yago Dora since they first qualified for the tour - and now both men may very likely meet in a battle royale for surfing's greatest crown. So what can he teach us about both men and how will their friendship affect a possible World Title face-off? A very pissed Vaughan Deady investigates...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Woz Finals Countdown to the Showdown has begun and Deadly is on ground dispatching skitz intel like the long stringy bald cunt with a moustache that he is. Today we get insights into the warm up sessions, who has a good read on the reef and who's learning on the fly, what the forecast is looking like and when go day might be, and there are interviews with World No.2 and leadfoot HAAARK machine Gabriela Bryan, Italo's Aussie host Matt Grainger lets us in on the tour's most perplexing character, tube pig corelord Jon Roseman gives us a clue on conditions, lensman Jimmy Wilson shares his thoughts on all the above and we catch up with Stider the Raspberry Wasilewski! HERE WE FUCKEN GO! Yeeeeeeeeew!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Joel, Kim and Chris as they look ahead to this year's US Open Championships with a fresh reaction to the men's and women's singles draws, which sees Iga Swiatek seek to back up her Wimbledon win and make a play for the No.1 ranking. Will Jannik Sinner looking to put aside recent illness to continue his dominance on hard courts? With Carlos Alcaraz handed the more difficult section of the draw, including an opener with Reilly Opelka, the trio debate if anyone can stop another Sinner-Alcaraz Slam Final. They discuss who amongst the young Americans may challenge, how well Jack Draper will fare and most importantly, how Jaume Munar will get on against Gabriel Diallo in a possible Round 2 clash!Meanwhile, in the women's draw, World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka finds herself in a stacked quarter with recent Cincy finalist Jasmine Paolini, young dangerous Dane Clara Tauson, and her recent conqueror Elena Rybakina. They also chat Coco Gauff's serve in light of the news she has hired Sabalenka's former serve serve biomechanics expert, and they look ahead to wildcard Venus Williams's opener against Karolina Muchova.With Italians Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori defending their US Open Mixed Doubles title, albeit in very different fashion (and with a big pay rise!) Joel, Kim and Chris also capture their thoughts on the inaugural pre-tournament mixed doubles, which many have lauded as unworthy of a Slam title.Collect A Set player picks are also revealed for the latest edition so get your player picks in before start of play on Sunday to be in with a chance to win a special Tennis Weekly prize!SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy Roddick is joined by, 2025 Canadian Open Winner & World No. 24, Victoria Mboko. Andy and Victoria talk about her winning run in Montreal, growing up with competitive older siblings, and getting ready for the US Open. Andy also gives a 2025 Cincinnati Recap of the finals between Carlos Alcaraz & Jannik Sinner and Ina Swiatek & Jasmine Paolini. Lastly, Jon Wertheim ends the show with another edition of Winners and Errors: Tennis versus Climate, US Open Mixed Doubles, and more. COMMENT BELOW Did you watch the 2025 Cincy Finals? What did you think? What was your favorite moment from the Mboko interview? Stay tuned for our Draw Show LIVE from the US Open! If you're in New York, swing by the stage outside Arthur Ashe - it's free for Fan Week! Tickets to the Served Hall of Fame Live Show: https://www.tixr.com/groups/tennisfame/events/induction-grounds-pass-august-23-144208
One week to rule them all! The very best in men's golf head to East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia this week to try and pry the Tour Championship away from Scottie Scheffler after his world-beating 2025 campaign. Maverick McNealy is one of the remaining 30 PGA TOUR pros gunning for the World No.1, and he's vying for a spot on Keegan Bradley's Ryder Cup team to boot! He stops by the show to discuss the week ahead. NBC Sports Golf Reporter John Wood might have a say in whether McNealy makes the squad. He has an important advisory role with team USA and tells us all about it today. Meanwhile up North, the LPGA is headed to Canada for the CPKC Women's Open in Ontario! SportsNet Golf Reporter Adam Stanley joins us from Ontario to give us the full primer on a stacked field this week at Mississaugua Golf & Country Club. Maverick McNealy (5:15) Adam Stanley (36:49)
It's US Open lead-up week, which can only mean one thing… Mixed Doubles madness! But that's not all — Cincinnati once again proved brutal, delivering one of the toughest two-week stretches on tour as players battled the sweltering Ohio heat and a wave of retirements. Jannik Sinner's sudden illness handed Carlos Alcaraz his first Cincy crown, while Iga Swiatek overpowered Jasmine Paolini to reclaim the World No. 2 spot. Frenchman (and massive Pokémon fan) Terence Atmane enjoyed a dream run to the semi-finals, and Elena Rybakina put on a clinic against World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, with coach Stefano Vukov now officially back on tour.We also dive into our first impressions of the revamped Mixed Doubles at Flushing Meadows — unpredictable, intriguing, and highlighted by a must-watch showdown between Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz versus Jack Draper and doubles-singles supremo Jessica Pegula. Elsewhere, Venus Williams was handed a wildcard which makes her the oldest ever singles entrant in 44 years at 45 years old, while we look ahead to the final pre–US Open events in Winston-Salem, Monterrey, and Cleveland's Tennis in the Land - with Joel really not sure why there are 500 events in Mexico just before the fourth and final major gets underway in New York.And don't forget — we're back on Thursday with our US Open Draw Preview, featuring bold predictions, quarter-by-quarter analysis, and the return of Collect-a-Set!SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
from The Olympic Club, we break down a dramatic day at the 125th U.S. Amateur — from World No. 1 Jackson Koivun's stunning exit, to John Daly II's confident march into the quarterfinals, to 16-year-old Miles Russell putting himself in position to become the youngest Walker Cup player in history. Plus, a preview of Friday's matchups and a look at how you can keep your competitive edge this winter with the AmateurGolf.com Winter SeriesAmateur Golf Links:AmateurGolf.comSubscribeInstagramTwitterFacebookYouTube
This week on the Functional Tennis Podcast I'm joined by John Williams, coach and mentor to world number 1 doubles player Taylor Townsend.John's approach to coaching is anything but conventional. He doesn't just build tennis players, he builds characters. In this chat we talk about the characteristics he looks for in players, how his outside-the-box thinking shapes their development, and why mindset and life skills are just as important as technique.Key Topics