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Cracked Interviews [Tennis Podcast]

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"Cracked Interviews" is a podcast that delves into the world of tennis, featuring interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. From top players and coaches to brand leaders and analysts, this podcast offers an inside look at the lives and careers of those who shape the game. Join host and tennis enthusiast Alex Gruskin as he sits down with some of the biggest names in tennis for in-depth conversations about their careers, the state of the game, and more! Whether you're a hardcore tennis fan or just looking to learn more about the sport, "Cracked Interviews" is the perfect podcast for you. Tune in and get ready to be entertained and educated about the world of tennis. ______________ This podcast is brought to you by: Tourna We are excited to partner with Tourna Tennis once again to share an exciting, longer lasting version of Tourna Grip, which Tourna has spent the last six years researching and developing their latest grip innovation: Tourna Tuff including: -same gold standard sweat absorption as Tourna Grip -same dry feel -same trademarked blue color -still gets tackier when you sweat PLUS new features: -If you didn’t like the original Tourna Grip for its durability, try Tourna Tuff. -Stop blowing on your hands between every point and use a grip that absorbs your sweat! -Stop wiping your hand on your shirt, shorts, and towel constantly and get a grip that actually absorbs sweat! Plain and simple = Cracked Fans use Tourna Tuff. This podcast is produced and managed by Cracked Media Ventures.
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Episodes

Qualifying and Round-of-32 Post-Match Interviews [2024 Lincoln Challenger]

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with some of Monday’s Winners at the 2024 Lincoln Challenger. He’s joined by Qualifiers Colton Smith, Jack Pinnington Jones, and Eliot Spizzirri, plus Round 1 Winner Paul Jubb Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks Colton Smith - 3:15 Jack Pinnington Jones - 8:45 Eliot Spizzirri - 12:40 Paul Jubb - 18:15 This episode brought to you by: Tennis Point Disco...

Aug 06, 20247 minEp. 682

2024 French Open Boys Singles Champion Kaylan Bigun

2024 French Open Boys Singles Champion Kaylan Bigun joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss his breakout summer, developing his game for the pros, his schedule for the remainder of 2024, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Channel Podcast Network Visit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in...

Aug 01, 202437 minEp. 681

Arthur Rinderknech (ATP #68) Reflects on Playing Style and Sustaining a Top 100 Ranking

World #68 Arthur Rinderknech joins the show to discuss what it takes to sustain a Top 100 ranking, molding his playing style for pro success, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Channel Podcast Network Visit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked R...

Jul 31, 202443 minEp. 680

Previewing the Inaugural Lincoln Challenger Event ft. Tournament Director Alex Guthrie

Lincoln Challenger Tournament Director Alex Guthrie joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to preview the inaugural 2024 Lincoln Challenger Event, discuss the state of Pro Tennis Events in the US, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Channel Podcast Network Visit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in...

Jul 25, 202434 minEp. 679

Tennessee All-American Johannus Monday Discusses Winning the East Lansing 25K

Tennessee All-American Johannus Monday joins the show to discuss capturing last week’s East Lansing 25K title, recovering from injury, his college tennis experience, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Channel Podcast Network Visit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic...

Jul 24, 202447 minEp. 678

Diana Shnaider (WTA #23) Discusses Her 2024 and Pathway to the Pros

3x WTA Title Winner + current World #23 Diana Shnaider joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss her recent run to the Budapest Title, the efforts behind her leap forward in 2024, why college tennis was right for her, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Channel Podcast Network Visit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis...

Jul 23, 202434 minEp. 677

Press Row: Round-of-16 Post-Match Interviews Pt. 2 [2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic]

On today’s Press Row segment, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with the winners from Day 5 of the 2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic. Today’s Guests: Ryan Seggerman, Patrick Trhac, Gijs Brouwer, Bernard Tomic, and Nishesh Basavareddy. Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks Seggerman - 2:30 Basavareddy - 7:00 Tomic - 10:50 Seggerman/Trhac - 13:40 Brouwer - 19:25 This episode brought to you by...

Jul 05, 202424 minEp. 676

Press Row: Round-of-16 Post-Match Interviews Pt. 1 [2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic]

On today’s Press Row segment, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with the winners from Day 4 of the 2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic. Today’s Guests: JJ Wolf, Stefan Kozlov, Nishesh Basavareddy, Ozan Baris, Learner Tien, Philip Sekulic, Antoine Bellier, Ryan Peniston, Ryan Seggerman, and Patrick Trhac. Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks Seggerman/Trhac - 1:50 Bellier/Peniston - 6:30 Lear...

Jul 04, 202427 minEp. 675

Press Row: Round-of-32 Post-Match Interviews [2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic]

On another edition of Press Row, Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with each day’s winners at the 2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic. On today’s episode, he speaks with JJ Wolf, Learner Tien, Ethan Quinn, Philip Sekulic, Stefan Kozlov, Christian Langmo, Ryan Seggerman, and Ernesto Escobedo. Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks Nishesh Basavareddy - 2:30 Yunchaokete Bu - 5:15 Antoine Bellier - 9:50 Gijs Brou...

Jul 03, 202439 minEp. 674

Press Row: 2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic [Day 2 Interviews]

On another edition of Press Row, Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with each day’s winners at the 2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic. On today’s episode, he speaks with JJ Wolf, Learner Tien, Ethan Quinn, Philip Sekulic, Stefan Kozlov, Christian Langmo, Ryan Seggerman, and Ernesto Escobedo. Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks Ernesto Escobedo - 3:50 Christian Langmo - 6:50 Ryan Seggerman - 10:10 Stefan Koz...

Jul 02, 202441 minEp. 673

Tournament Founder David DeMuth Previews the 2024 Cranbrook Tennis Classic

Cranbrook Tennis Classic Founder David DeMuth joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss plans for Year 2 of the Bloomfield Hills Challenger, reflections from Year 1, increasing community engagement, the 2024 field, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Point Discounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wils...

Jun 19, 202441 minEp. 672

Adam Walton: 2021 NCAA Doubles Champion + ATP #96

2021 NCAA Doubles Champion + ATP #96 Adam Walton joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss his Top 100 breakthrough, life on the road, his goals moving forward, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by: Tennis Point Discounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More! Visit their store today and use the cod...

Jun 01, 202437 minEp. 671

Clancy Shields: Arizona Men’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Arizona Men’s Head Coach Clancy Shields to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:40 Highlights of ...

May 10, 202437 minEp. 670

Alison Swain: USC Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with USC Women’s Head Coach Alison Swain to discuss her team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:56 Highlights of the ...

May 10, 202437 minEp. 669

Howard Endelman: Columbia Men’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Columbia Men’s Head Coach Howard Endelman to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 3:12 Highlights o...

May 10, 202438 minEp. 668

Frankie Brennan: Stanford Women’s Associate Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with UCLA Women’s Head Coach Frankie Brennan to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:47 Unexpected Dev...

May 09, 202442 minEp. 667

Andrew Lutschaunig: Ohio State Men's Tennis Senior [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Ohio State Men's Tennis Senior Andrew Lutschaunig to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:50 High...

May 09, 202438 minEp. 666

Stella Sampras-Webster: UCLA Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with UCLA Women’s Head Coach Stella Sampras-Webster to discuss her team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap. - 4:41 Highli...

May 09, 202433 minEp. 665

David Roditi: TCU Men’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with TCU Men’s Head Coach David Roditi to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 5:00 Highlights of the se...

May 09, 202444 minEp. 664

Sara O’Leary: Virginia Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Virginia Women’s Head Coach Sara O’Leary to discuss her team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap -2:47 Highlights of ...

May 09, 202435 minEp. 663

Brian Kalbas: North Carolina Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with North Carolina Women’s Head Coach Brian Kalbas to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:40 Highlig...

May 08, 202439 minEp. 662

Amanda Augustus: California Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with California Women’s Head Coach Amanda Augustus to discuss her team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:44 Highligh...

May 08, 202435 minEp. 661

Aleke Tsoubanos: Vanderbilt Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Vanderbilt Women’s Head Coach Aleke Tsoubanos to discuss her team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:40 Highligh...

May 08, 202442 minEp. 660

Alison Ojeda: Tennessee Women’s Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Tennessee Women’s Head Coach Alison Ojeda to discuss her team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 3:02 Highlights o...

May 08, 202428 minEp. 659

Justin Butsch: Texas Women’s Assistant Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Texas Women’s Assistant Coach Justin Butsch to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 3:45 Highlights...

May 07, 202432 minEp. 658

Mark Weaver: Texas A&M Women's Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Texas A&M Women's Head Coach Mark Weaver to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:50 Highlight...

May 07, 202440 minEp. 657

Josh Goffi: South Carolina Men's Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with South Carolina Men's Head Coach Josh Goffi to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:50 Highlights ...

May 07, 202430 minEp. 656

Simon Earnshaw: NC State Women's Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with NC State Women's Head Coach Simon Earnshaw to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 3:06 Highlights ...

May 07, 202445 minEp. 655

Tony Bresky: Wake Forest Men's Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Wake Forest Men's Head Coach Tony Bresky to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 2:45 Highlights of...

May 07, 202436 minEp. 654

Drake Bernstein: Georgia Women's Head Coach [2024 NCAA Sweet-16 Press Row]

To prepare for the 2024 NCAA Tennis Sweet 16, Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks to one representative of every team still alive in the team event. On this episode, he speaks with Georgia Women's Head Coach Drake Bernstein to discuss his team’s 2024 season, reflect on their Sweet 16 matchup, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5 star review with your twitter/instagram handle for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks: NCAA Weekend 1 Recap - 0:50 Highlights ...

May 07, 202441 minEp. 653
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