Served with Andy Roddick Special Guest Victoria Mboko & 2025 Cincinnati Open Recap
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Aug 19, 2025 
Victoria Mboko, the 2025 Canadian Open Winner and rising tennis star, joins Andy Roddick to discuss her meteoric rise from World No. 330 to No. 24. She shares insights on balancing competition with a supportive family, highlighting the mental challenges young athletes face. Andy also recaps the intense Cincinnati Open finals between Alcaraz and Sinner, exploring the shifting dynamics in women's tennis and the impact of climate change on the sport. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on preparation and resilience in professional tennis.
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Top Two Still Dominate Post‑Cincy
- Cincinnati didn't change the pecking order: Alcaraz and Sinner remain the top two names on the men's side.
- Post-Cincinnati the next tier still looks like Shelton, Zverev, and Fritz according to Andy Roddick.
Women's Momentum Shifts And New Contenders
- Iga Świątek arrived in Cincinnati with momentum from Wimbledon and looked dangerous for the US Open.
- Jasmine Paolini's form and variety make her a matchup problem and a serious contender moving forward.
Desire Fueled Her Seven‑Match Run
- Victoria Mboko described how sheer desire carried her through long, tiring seven‑match runs in Canada.
- She said wanting to match opponents' intensity helped her fight back from deficits and win key points.
