Part of The Athletic Podcast Network, Catherine Whitaker, David Law and Matt Roberts talk tennis weekly throughout the year and daily during the Grand Slam tournaments.
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Part one. Madison Keys is doing it again! We start the pod by reacting to her dramatic victory over Sofia Kenin in which she saved three match points. We revisit our conversation about whether she’s in the mix, discuss wins for fellow Americans Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff, and recount a fascinating win for Lois Boisson over compatriot Elsa Jacquemot. Part two (26m26s). So Joao Fonseca won’t be winning Roland Garros. We cover Jack Draper’s impressive performance to beat the Brazilian which foll...
Part one - Sadly, Iga Swiatek will not be facing Jelena Ostapenko in the Last 16. We analyse Swiatek’s impressive win over Jaqueline Cristian, discuss Elena Rybakina’s demolition of Ostapenko, and remember why Swiatek vs Rybakina can be exciting instead. Elsewhere, our pod correspondent for the day, Pam Shriver, updates us on wins for Aryna Sabalenka and Zheng Qinwen, while Matt discusses Amanda Anisimova’s victory over Clara Tauson. Finally, we hear Amelie Mauresmo’s latest press conference abo...
Part one - It was an extraordinary day in the men’s draw but nothing was more incredible than Arthur Fils’ five set victory over Jaume Munar on Suzanne Lenglen. We describe the twists and turns of the match, the spine tingling atmosphere, and what it might mean for Fils in this tournament. We also cover Novak Djokovic shutting down the Corentin Moutet show, losses from two sets up for Alex de Minaur and Jakub Mensik, and the news that Stefanos Tsitsipas is to be coached by Goran Ivanisevic. Part...
Part one. Iga Swiatek once again put in a strong performance to beat Emma Raducanu, but she remains on a collision course with Jelena Ostapenko. We discuss both of their performances, as well as a win for Amanda Anisimova, and another impressive victory for Victoria Mboko. Part two (28m52s). The men’s draw was headlined by defeats for former finalists Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tstisipas. We cover Ruud’s injury and comments about the tour, the sad searching of Tsitsipas, and discovering Matteo Gig...
Day 3 at Roland Garros saw exciting men's matches, including João Fonseca's impressive win over Hubert Hurkacz and Novak Djokovic's comfortable victory. Daniil Medvedev suffered a surprising loss to Cameron Norrie in a dramatic five-setter, while Jakub Mensik showed remarkable composure and crowd interaction in his win. On the women's side, Coco Gauff won despite a racket mix-up, Mirra Andreeva showed game development, and Ons Jabeur spoke passionately against scheduling decisions. The episode wraps up with a look at the Day 4 Order of Play and listener shoutouts.
On Day 2 of Roland Garros, Iga Swiatek impressed in her opener while Emma Raducanu battled through injury concerns and sparked a discussion on periods in sport. Novak Djokovic held court in his pre-tournament presser, addressing the Murray split and his form, while Taylor Fritz and Francisco Cerundolo suffered surprising losses. Naomi Osaka's emotional press conference after losing to Badosa raised concerns, and the FFT President's comments on night sessions ignited debate about gender inequality in tennis.
On Day 1 of Roland Garros 2025, The Tennis Podcast crew discusses the special ceremony honoring Rafael Nadal, debating its timing and highlights like the Big Four appearance and footprint plaque. They also cover the first round results, including dominant wins from Sabalenka and Zheng, Paolini's great escape, impressive performances from Mboko and Lys, and Tommy Paul's truck saga conclusion. The episode concludes with a preview of the exciting Day 2 schedule.
In this final Roland Garros preview, the team and guest Matt Futterman discuss media day insights, including the rise of Victoria Mboko and honest interviews from Taylor Fritz and Casper Ruud. A major topic is the controversial culture of playing through injury, with perspectives from Emma Raducanu and Naomi Osaka. They also analyze Novak Djokovic's 100th title win in Geneva and its implications for the French Open, review other tournament results, and preview the day one order of play, including the Nadal ceremony potentially featuring Roger Federer.
The Tennis Podcast hosts recap Roland Garros Media Day, discussing player press conferences and impressions. Highlights include Arthur Fils' aura, Sinner's physical state concerns, Alcaraz's thoughts on Nishikori and night sessions, and Medvedev/Tsitsipas reflecting on game changes. The episode also covers Sabalenka's world number one attitude, Keys' perspective on her slam win, Świątek's match start issues, Paolini's doping fears, and Gauff's 'mix' of contenders, plus updates from other tournaments and qualifying.
Catherine, David, and Matt analyze the Roland Garros 2025 draws from Paris. They break down the women's singles draw, focusing on Iga Swiatek's challenging section featuring a potential clash with Jelena Ostapenko, Aryna Sabalenka's path, and Coco Gauff's favorable outlook. The men's draw analysis covers Carlos Alcaraz's section, potential hurdles for Jannik Sinner, Casper Ruud, Lorenzo Musetti, and Novak Djokovic, and Alexander Zverev's recent struggles. The episode also includes updates from other tournaments and an announcement about a new journalism award.
The Tennis Podcast team reviews the Rome tournament, issuing apologies for underestimating Jasmine Paolini after her dominant singles and doubles wins. They analyze her tactics and compare this success to her previous Grand Slam runs. The episode then delves into the Alcaraz vs Sinner ATP final, discussing strategy, fatigue, and the evolving dynamics of their rivalry, including Sinner's unusual head-to-head against Alcaraz compared to other players. Finally, they preview Roland Garros, debating the potential contenders in both the WTA and ATP fields, and discuss the increasing importance of the drop shot in modern tennis with guest Charlie Eccleshare from The Athletic.
The Tennis Podcast recaps the Rome tournament, highlighting Coco Gauff's victory, Jannik Sinner's dominant performance, and the surprising split between Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic. They discuss key matches, analyze player performances, and speculate on future outcomes, including the upcoming French Open. The hosts also announce the launch of new podcast merchandise and preview upcoming shows.
Christopher Clarey discusses his new book, 'The Warrior - The Rafael Nadal Story,' focusing on Nadal's unprecedented Roland Garros dominance and the unique challenges he faced. Clarey shares insights into Nadal's early career, his relationship with clay court tennis and Paris, and the mental fortitude that defined his success. The conversation explores Nadal's impact on tennis and what the future might hold for him.
The Tennis Podcast discusses the Rome Masters, focusing on Jannik Sinner's return, Iga Swiatek's struggles, and standout performances from players like Arthur Fils and Naomi Osaka. The hosts analyze key matches, discuss player form and rivalries, and preview upcoming events, including the French Open. They also celebrate Charlie Eccleshire's award nomination and share listener shoutouts.
The Tennis Podcast analyzes the Madrid Open finals, with Casper Ruud's aggressive win over Jack Draper and Aryna Sabalenka's victory over Coco Gauff. The panel explores Ruud's mental fortitude and evolving game, Draper's nerves and future slam potential, and Swiatek's surprising struggles and possible break. The episode also discusses Naomi Osaka's title win and previews the upcoming Rome tournament.
The Tennis Podcast discusses the Madrid Open, including WTA semifinal previews (Swiatek, Gauff, Sabalenka, Svitolina) and ATP quarterfinal analysis, highlighting player form, potential surprises, and the impact on the upcoming French Open. News includes Max Purcell's doping ban and Novak Djokovic's withdrawal from Rome. The hosts analyze the openness of men's tennis versus the stability in women's and make predictions for the tournament.
The Tennis Podcast discusses the Madrid Open, including shadow issues, Alcaraz's withdrawal, and Djokovic's form. They review Alcaraz's Netflix documentary and analyze WTA results, focusing on Swiatek and emerging players. The episode also features a power outage in Madrid and concludes with listener shoutouts and updates on upcoming shows.
Catherine, David and Matt cover the main headlines from tournaments in Stuttgart, Rouen, Barcelona and Munich. Part one - WTA Results. Jelena Ostapenko wins Stuttgart and becomes the third woman this year to beat Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka in the same event. We discuss her incredible form, Sabalenka’s final performance, Ostapenko’s now 6-0 head to head against Swiatek, and what it all means as Roland Garros approaches. There’s also chat about Elina Svitolina winning Rouen and a dreadf...
David and Catherine recap the Monte Carlo Masters, discussing Alcaraz's somewhat unconvincing win, Musetti's performance, and emerging talents like Fils. They also cover the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, highlighting key results and team dynamics, and delve into the coaching carousel, examining potential changes for players like Raducanu, Zverev and Tsitsipas.
Catherine, David and Matt discuss the start of the clay court season, headlined by victories for Jessica Pegula and Jenson Brooksby. Part one - WTA Results. Pegula shows her toughness and her variety to win the first clay court title of her career in Charleston over Sofia Kenin. We discuss her reascension to American number one and compare her career with players like Jelena Ostapenko and Sofia Kenin who have won a slam but don't have her consistency. Plus, Camila Osorio wins Bogota for th...
The Tennis Podcast reflects on the Miami Open, analyzing Jakub Mensik's victory over Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka's win against Jessica Pegula. They discuss Djokovic's current form, the rise of young players, and Kasatkina's decision to represent Australia. The hosts also look ahead to the clay court season, offering predictions and insights on potential contenders.
The Tennis Podcast discusses Miami Open scheduling issues, Alex Eala's shocking win over Iga Swiatek, and Swiatek's current form. They analyze ATP results, including Dimitrov's win and Zverev's struggles, and they preview the upcoming clay season. Also, they celebrate the Barge's anniversary and preview Tennis Re-Lived.
The Tennis Podcast analyzes the Miami Open's opening week, covering ATP and WTA results, including Alcaraz's struggles, Fonseca's rise, Anisimova-Andreeva drama, and Raducanu's win. The hosts also discuss the PTPA lawsuit against tennis tours and the strong reactions, providing insightful commentary and analysis.
This episode dives into the PTPA's lawsuit against tennis governing bodies like the ATP and WTA, exploring the reasons behind the legal action, including conflicts of interest and a desire for fairer representation. Matt Futterman from The Athletic provides insights into potential outcomes, drawing parallels with similar situations in other sports, such as golf. The discussion also highlights Novak Djokovic's pivotal role and the concerns around the International Tennis Integrity Agency.
The Tennis Podcast crew recaps Indian Wells, highlighting Mirra Andreeva and Jack Draper's surprising victories. They analyze Andreeva's breakthrough performance against Sabalenka and Draper's dominant run, while also discussing Iga Swiatek's struggles and Carlos Alcaraz's unexpected loss. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the Miami Open and a tribute to John Feinstein.
The Tennis Podcast analyzes the Indian Wells quarterfinals, highlighting dominant performances from Swiatek and Alcaraz, and the resurgence of players like Draper and Keys. They discuss Andreeva and Svitolina's inspiring runs, preview key matchups like Keys-Bencic, and offer punchy predictions for the tournament's final stages. They also announce upcoming live shows in London and New York.
The Tennis Podcast discusses the Indian Wells tournament, including Djokovic's surprising loss, the return of Lance Davis, and insights from Matt Futterman. They analyze WTA results, focusing on Osaka's struggles and Swiatek's dominance. The episode also covers the WTA's new maternity fund and pays tribute to tennis legend Fred Stolle.
Six years on from his previous appearance on The Tennis Podcast , Janko Tipsarevic is back, this time to talk to David all about his foray into coaching. Tipsarevic doesn’t hold back as he explains why he enjoys coaching and why he thinks coaching standards in tennis are generally lower compared to in other sports. David was inspired to speak to Tipsarevic again after his new partnership with Denis Shapovalov has got off to a promising start, with Shapovalov winning the ATP 500 event...
Just before Catherine and Matt drove up to meet David for some Tennis Podcast meetings, our trio got together to talk about the week in tennis. Part one - ATP Dubai, Acapulco, Santiago. How much is the return of Stefanos Tsitsipas down to what looked like a new racquet? Should the maiden title of Tomas Machac have an asterisk next to it? And how did Laslo Djere end the Sebastian Baez South America domination? Part two - WTA Merida & Austin. Emma Navarro and Jessica Pegula scored their first ...
The Tennis Podcast analyzes Mirra Andreeva's breakthrough win in Dubai, Rublev's Doha victory, and Raducanu's safety concerns. The hosts examine Rybakina's coach situation, Sabalenka's motivation, and look ahead to upcoming tournaments. The episode also features a touching tribute to a listener's friend.
