

The Tennis Podcast
The Tennis Podcast
Your definitive tennis round up, daily at the Slams. Part of the Athletic Network. Named in Time Mag's Top 100 podcasts of all time.Friends of The Tennis Podcast have access to exclusive Q & A's, new editions of Tennis Re-Lived and more bonus content.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 10, 2023 • 60min
US Open Day 13 - It’s Coco Time
Coco Gauff, the US Open champion, discusses her comeback in the final, Sabalenka's lack of a plan B, the special atmosphere at Arthur Ashe Stadium, and the future implications. The podcast also mentions Coco's rise to becoming a grand slam champion, her journey, mental struggles, and support from her parents. Additionally, there's a discussion on the men's final, Medvedev's game adjustments, and upcoming matches against Djokovic. The hosts share tennis predictions, Koko's gratitude towards Billy Jean King, and announce discounts and promotions for listeners.

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Sep 9, 2023 • 1h 4min
US Open Day 12 - Daniil the disruptor; Djokovic hangs up on Shelton
Medvedev solves match-up problem, Djokovic faces him in final. The intense atmosphere of Djokovic vs Shelton's match and the debate over Djokovic's behavior. Impressive performance and analysis of a player's game. Doubles final comeback and upcoming Coco Gough vs. Arena Sabalenko match. Empathy for Madison Keys. Updates on episodes and 'boat' criteria.

Sep 8, 2023 • 1h 4min
US Open Day 11 - Bad, Bizarre, Brilliant: Women’s semis reviewed; Men’s semis preview
The hosts discuss the eventful women's semi-finals at the US Open, highlighting Coco Gauff's match and Aryna Sabalenka's mental resilience. They also discuss the climate protest at the tournament, a competition with AO Travel, and their predictions for the semifinals. The conversation covers player development and mindset, as well as a debate about athlete names. Finally, they mention upcoming shows, a birthday celebration, and an NFL game.

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Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 4min
US Open Day 10 - Semifinals set, and previewed
The podcast discusses the straight-set victories in the US Open quarter-finals and the exciting line-up for the semi-finals. They explore Aryna Sabalenka's dominant win, Daniil Medvedev's defeat of Andrey Rublev in challenging conditions, Naomi Osaka's return to the tournament, Madison Key's performance, and Alcaraz's win against Alexander Zverev. The hosts debate the chances of Medvedev and Ben Shelton reaching the final, and analyze the upcoming match between Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova. They also mention the opportunity to win a tennis trip of a lifetime. The chapter descriptions include discussions on the extreme heat conditions, mental edge in tennis matches, consistency of players, changing of No. 1 ranking positions, match recaps, analysis of player performances, mixed doubles results, match previews, and various off-topic conversations.

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Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 4min
US Open Day 9 - The Shelton Show meets Novak The Great; Gauff vs. Muchova - Yes Please!
Guest Pam Shriver, a sports commentator and former tennis player, joins Catherine, David, and Matt to discuss Coco Gauff's semi-finals appearance and scheduling biases at major tournaments. They also analyze Novak Djokovic's victory over Taylor Fritz and chat about Ben Shelton's win over Frances Tiafoe. The episode ends with a competition announcement with AO Travel.

5 snips
Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 4min
US Open Day 8 - Heat causes havoc as big names fall
Heat causes havoc at the US Open as big names fall, including Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula, and Ons Jabeur. The hosts review great performances from Zheng Qinwen and Madison Keys. They discuss the impact of weather, air conditioning, and coaching on matches. They highlight the physical and mental struggles faced by players and analyze Medvedev's impressive performance. The speakers also remember Jacqueline Martin and share tennis anecdotes.

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Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 14min
US Open Day 7 - Swiatek shocked, Sabalenka seizes No.1 and is an ATP/WTA Merger coming?
Former number one women's tennis player, Iga Swiatek, loses her ranking after a defeat to Jelena Ostapenko at the US Open. The podcast also discusses a potential ATP-WTA merger and the impressive performance of American men in the tournament.

Sep 3, 2023 • 1h 6min
US Open Day 6 - Electric Alcaraz and the darkness of Ons
It was another glorious day in New York which started with Carlos Alcaraz putting on a show, finished with Daniil Medvedev and Pam Shriver gifting us an all-time great on court interview, and featured big wins for the likes of Jessica Pegula, Ons Jabeur and Jannik Sinner. Catherine, David and Matt talk through all of that, as well as Jack Draper's best Grand Slam result, more misplaced belief in Grigor Dimitrov, and another bad day for Cameron Norrie. Win The Tennis Trip of a Lifetime!As you’ll know if you’ve been listening to our US Open podcasts, The Tennis Podcast throughout this fortnight is brought to you in partnership with AO Travel, who operate the travel programme for the first grand slam of the calendar year, the Australian Open.AO Travel can take care of your flights, premium accommodation, tournament tickets and behind-the-scenes experiences, including the all-new AO Travel Lounge, which overlooks Rod Laver Arena and Grand Slam Oval and is exclusively available for AO Travel Guests.To celebrate the launch of the AO Travel Lounge, one lucky Tennis Podcast listener is going to WIN an AO Travel Premium Lounge Package for themselves and a friend to visit the Australian Open in style next January!The winner will receive two return economy flights to Melbourne from their nearest international airport, tickets to Rod Laver Arena tennis over the middle weekend of the Australian Open for two people, and three nights’ accommodation at the five-star Pullman on the Park Hotel in Melbourne, as well as two-day access to the luxurious AO Travel Lounge.You can enter the Prize Draw today until Monday 22nd September at 11.59pm New York time. Terms and Conditions apply. Good luck!ENTER - ausopentravel.com/the-tennis-podcast/OUR LINKS:Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to help us to produce the show year-round, and receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts throughout 2023, including Tennis Re-Lived, listener questions pods, and Grand Slam review shows.Sign up to receive our Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, predictions, and more)Follow us on TwitterFollow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Check out our ShopRead our New York Times profileTennis Podcast Terminology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 snips
Sep 2, 2023 • 1h 5min
US Open Day 5 - American pack hunters; Djokovic survives but Rybakina doesn't
Americans dominate at the US Open as Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe, Tommy Paul, Taylor Fritz, and Coco Gauff advance. They discuss Iga Swiatek's ruthlessness, Caroline Wozniacki's win, and Daniil Medvedev's aggro. Elena Rybakina faces defeat while Novak Djokovic has a late night scare.

Sep 1, 2023 • 58min
US Open Day 4 - Joy, despair: Wawrinka, Murray span the range
On day four of the US Open, 38-year-old Stan Wawrinka got the big match moment he was looking for, but 36-year-old Andy Murray did not. Catherine, David and Matt discuss those two matches and dig deep into Andy Murray's post match interviews in which he questioned his future. Elsewhere, there's chat about Jack Draper beating Hubert Hurkacz, Jessica Pegula and Elina Svitolina setting up an enticing third round match, the end of John Isner's career, and Carlos Alcaraz bringing some much-needed fun to the night session. Win The Tennis Trip of a Lifetime!As you’ll know if you’ve been listening to our US Open podcasts, The Tennis Podcast throughout this fortnight is brought to you in partnership with AO Travel, who operate the travel programme for the first grand slam of the calendar year, the Australian Open.AO Travel can take care of your flights, premium accommodation, tournament tickets and behind-the-scenes experiences, including the all-new AO Travel Lounge, which overlooks Rod Laver Arena and Grand Slam Oval and is exclusively available for AO Travel Guests.To celebrate the launch of the AO Travel Lounge, one lucky Tennis Podcast listener is going to WIN an AO Travel Premium Lounge Package for themselves and a friend to visit the Australian Open in style next January!The winner will receive two return economy flights to Melbourne from their nearest international airport, tickets to Rod Laver Arena tennis over the middle weekend of the Australian Open for two people, and three nights’ accommodation at the five-star Pullman on the Park Hotel in Melbourne, as well as two-day access to the luxurious AO Travel Lounge.You can enter the Prize Draw today until Monday 22nd September at 11.59pm New York time. Terms and Conditions apply. Good luck!ENTER - ausopentravel.com/the-tennis-podcast/OUR LINKS:Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to help us to produce the show year-round, and receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts throughout 2023, including Tennis Re-Lived, listener questions pods, and Grand Slam review shows.Sign up to receive our Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, predictions, and more)Follow us on TwitterFollow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Check out our ShopRead our New York Times profileTennis Podcast Terminology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


