In one of the biggest stories of the year, Djokovic has said he’s willing to pass up competing at Grand Slam tournaments in lieu of becoming vaccinated against COVID-19. What could all that mean, both for Novak and the tennis world? Gill, Amy, and Joel seek to provide the answers, on the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 16, 2022•27 min•Ep. 77
Our latest show tackles a wide range of topics, including a big picture look at Nadal's Australian Open win and a deep dive into the triumphs and tragedies of a major contender, recently retired Juan Martin del Potro. Join Gill, Amy and Joel for another episode of "Three -- A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 11, 2022•40 min•Ep. 77
Rafael Nadal has won the 2022 Australian Open after a five-set epic match against Daniil Medvedev, cementing his place as one of the greatest in tennis history, Nadal now sits atop the Grand Slam tally with 21 for his career. With Nadal’s win over Medvedev, he has now won each Grand Slam twice, joining Novak Djokovic in that category. The hosts break down the match, including the tactical and physical elements Nadal brought to battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...
Jan 30, 2022•48 min•Ep. 76
When January began, Rafael Nadal was recovering from COVID and Novak Djokovic was a heavy favorite to win a record-setting 21st major. But now, Nadal has reached the finals of the Australian Open for the sixth time – 13 years after he first got that far. Join Gill, Amy, and Joel as they dig into Nadal’s awesome Aussie adventure on the latest edition of “Three – A Show about Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2022•34 min•Ep. 75
Rafael Nadal has reached the semis of the 2022 Australian Open and now stands two wins away from a record 21st major singles title. Join Gill, Amy and Joel for a deep dive into Nadal’s five-set quarterfinal win over Denis Shapovalov – a match with considerable drama both inside and outside the lines. They also break down Rafa’s upcoming semi versus Matteo Berrettini – all on the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
Jan 25, 2022•42 min•Ep. 74
Rafael Nadal is into the quarterfinals of the 2022 Australian Open after beating Adrian Mannarino in straight sets. Denis Shapovalov awaits in the next round. Nadal, a 20-time Grand Slam champion is seeking his second Australian Open crown. The hosts are joined by master strategist Craig O’Shannessy from Melbourne. O’Shannessy currently coaches players on the ATP Tour and has provided strategy for Novak Djokovic, Matteo Berrettini and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Jan 24, 2022•36 min•Ep. 73
Rafael Nadal, a 20-time Grand Slam champion, has taken out Marcos Giron and Yannik Hanfmann in straight sets, and now stares down Karen Khachanov in Round 3 at the 2022 Australian Open, after an extraordinary run-up to the tournament that saw world #1 and 9-time champion Novak Djokovic deported from Australia. Nadal has looked sharp if not perfect in his first two matches, but does he have a chance to win and overtake Djokovic and Roger Federer in the Grand Slam tally? Gill, Amy and guest host A...
Jan 19, 2022•45 min•Ep. 72
The upcoming Australian Open presents extraordinary challenges for both Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Both eye their 21st Slam in Melbourne. Who could threaten them in their sections of the draw? How might their form be in the opening week? Gill and Amy discuss in this draw preview edition of Three ---- A Tennis Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 13, 2022•47 min•Ep. 71
Novak Djokovic will not play in the 2022 Australian Open after the country of Australia has denied him entry, citing a problem with his visa. Australian officials say Djokovic did not provide proper documentation for his medical exemption for Covid-19 vaccination. Gill Gross and Amy Lundy react to an extraordinary day in the sports world— a day in which a 9-time Australian Open champion will not be able to defend his title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 06, 2022•24 min
Novak Djokovic will play in the 2022 Australian Open after receiving a medical exemption from vaccination for Covid-19. Djokovic announced the news on social media, ending months of speculation about his status. To understand medical exemptions, vaccines for Covid-19 and other issues surrounding this news, Gill Gross and Amy Lundy are joined by Amy’s brother, Dr. David Lundy. Dr. Lundy is a surgeon with expertise in critical care. He explains some of the medical issues surrounding how and why an...
Jan 05, 2022•23 min•Ep. 70
As 2021 draws to a close, Gill, Amy, and Joel take a look back at the year and how it went for each member of The Big Three. We also catch up on the latest news, from Rafael Nadal’s return to competition to how Novak Djokovic is approaching the Australian Open to the status of Roger Federer. So join us for the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 24, 2021•52 min•Ep. 69
Novak Djokovic’s long 2021 tennis year has at last ended, closing out at the Nitto ATP Finals and Davis Cup. Gill, Amy and Joel break it all down on the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” We also dig into the Peng Shuai situation and its implications – including what it might mean for one of Novak’s most ambitious efforts, the PTPA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 04, 2021•33 min•Ep. 68
Gill, Amy and Joel have plenty to talk about on the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” First, a major update from Federer, detailing his health and plans for 2022. Then, an update on Djokovic’s progress at the Nitto ATP Finals. Join us for a lively dialogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2021•42 min•Ep. 67
Novak Djokovic has now clinched the year-end number one ranking for a record seventh time. He also recently trotted out a new tactic to win the Paris Masters 1000 title. What more can Djokovic do this year? Past, present and future are all part of the dialogue on the latest episode of "Three -- A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 08, 2021•32 min•Ep. 66
The latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic” features a first: the show’s first interview. And it’s a big one – Gill talking with one of Roger Federer’s coaches, Paul Annacone. Join Gill, Amy, and Joel for a lively discussion on Roger’s wide range of coaches and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 27, 2021•40 min•Ep. 65
Our exploration of the coaching trees of the "Big Three" continues with a deep dive into Novak Djokovic. Join Gill, Amy and Joel as they explore how such greats as Jelena Gencic, Boris Becker, Goran Ivanisevic, Marian Vadja have aided Novak's rise to the top, on the latest episode of "Three -- A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic." How Toni Nadal Shaped Rafael: https://youtu.be/Y5R62BKdy7o Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2021•41 min•Ep. 64
None of the Big Three were in action this week, but that didn’t stop them from making news. Gill, Amy and Joel have the updates – and an intriguing look at what could happen at the ’22 Australian Open. Check it all out on the latest edition of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 04, 2021•33 min•Ep. 63
History was indeed made on the last day of the 2021 US Open – but not in the way many thought it would happen. How did Daniil Medvedev derail Novak Djokovic’s calendar year Grand Slam hopes? What did we learn about Novak over the course of the fortnight? Gill, Amy and Joel take a shot at offering the answers, on the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 13, 2021•46 min•Ep. 62
The upcoming US Open could well be the site of a monumental historic event: Novak Djokovic earning a calendar year sweep of all four majors – the Grand Slam. How does Novak’s potential Grand Slam compare with others? Who could possibly derail him? What does he need to do to win the title? Those are just some of the big questions Gill, Amy and Joel attempt to answer on the latest episode of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Aug 29, 2021•44 min•Ep. 61
The US Open is coming soon, and New York City is looking quite different for each member of The Big Three. Roger Federer has withdrawn. Rafael Nadal will have only played two matches between Roland Garros and his arrival in New York. And Novak Djokovic is not entering any North American hardcourt tournaments prior to the US Open. So what’s going on with each of these tennis titans? Gill, Amy, and Joel ask questions and seek answers on the latest edition of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal an...
Aug 18, 2021•39 min•Ep. 60
The US Open Series is underway. Rafael Nadal is playing more, Novak Djokovic less, Roger Federer not at all. What’s it all mean? Gill, Amy and Joel take a crack at offering answers. Plus: A tribute to Federer at 40, all on the latest edition of “Three – A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 09, 2021•36 min•Ep. 59
The Tokyo Olympics proved more complicated than Novak Djokovic had planned – both on and off the court. Gil, Amy and Joel assess what happened, as well as explore Rafael Nadal’s forthcoming Washington, D.C. debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 03, 2021•36 min•Ep. 58
Novak Djokovic has arrived in Tokyo to fill one of the few missing pieces in his trophy collection: Olympic Gold. Roger Federer pulled out, citing knee issues once again. Joel, Amy and Gill discuss the unique challenges ahead for the Serbian star. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 23, 2021•31 min•Ep. 57
Now that Novak has just won Wimbledon, “Three” might also be called “20-20-20.” A terrific effort from Djokovic to capture his 20th major – one US Open title away from becoming the first man to win the calendar year Grand Slam since Rod Laver swept all four in 1969. Gill, Amy and Joel dig into what happened at Wimbledon and all the implications moving forward. F Djokovic def. Matteo Berrettini Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 12, 2021•34 min•Ep. 56
Novak Djokovic’s tight straight set semifinal win over Denis Shapovalov has put him in the Wimbledon men’s singles final – one victory away from a record-tying 20th major title. How’d he get past the slashing Canadian southpaw? What’s to come Sunday versus another bold striker, Matteo Berrettini? And what does all this add to Djokovic’s massive resume? Gill, Amy, and Joel offer answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 09, 2021•43 min•Ep. 55
Men’s quarterfinal day at Wimbledon. Titans Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer each walked on to Centre Court – but each left it headed in opposite directions, Djokovic into the semis, Federer exiting the tournament. Gill, Amy, and Joel dissect what happened and what’s to come. QF Djokovic def. Marton Fucsovics Hubert Hurkacz def. Federer SF Djokovic vs. Denis Shapovalov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 07, 2021•47 min
The second week of Wimbledon is underway and Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer are in familiar territory: the quarterfinals. But how is each man’s form holding up? And what are we to make of their opponents? Those are just two of the questions that Gill, Amy and Joel seek to answer on the latest edition of “Three, A Show About Federer, Nadal and Djokovic.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 06, 2021•42 min•Ep. 53
The first week of Wimbledon is over. As expected, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer remain in contention. But what’s the state of each man’s form through three rounds? And what will they bring in the days to come? Gill, Amy and Joel offer their answers. R3 Djokovic def. Kudla Federer def. Norrie R4 Djokovic vs. Garin Federer vs. Sonego Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 03, 2021•47 min•Ep. 52
Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer have each reached the third round of Wimbledon with nary a scratch. But is that necessarily good? Amy, Gill and Joel break down their recent victories and look ahead to Round 3. R2 Djokovic def. Kevin Anderson Federer def. Gasquet R3 Djokovic vs. Kudla Federer vs. Norrie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 01, 2021•34 min•Ep. 51
As the 2021 edition of Wimbledon kicked off, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer began their respective titles quests versus tricky lefthanders. And though each of the two titans won, both faced a few hurdles along the way. Gill, Amy and Joel dig in and look ahead as The Championships continue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 29, 2021•35 min•Ep. 50