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  • Roland Garros Round 1 Reactions: Fritz and Medvedev Crash Out, Mensik Silences The Crowd and More with Sam Jacot

    Roland Garros Round 1 Reactions: Fritz and Medvedev Crash Out, Mensik Silences The Crowd and More with Sam Jacot
    2025/05/27
    ATP Writer Sam Jacot joins the podcast to recap a thrilling first few days at Roland Garros, where several top seeds have fallen victim to upsets. Jacot discusses what wrong for Americans Taylor Fritz and Emma Navarro, and analyzes why Daniil Medvedev is still searching for better results after another early exit. The journalist also breaks down an epic encounter between Paula Badosa and Naomi Osaka, dives into Ben Shelton's ability to dig deep, and explains why Jakub Mensik has that special something after an dramatic day against a French player. Jacot also weighs in on the fitting tribute to Rafael Nadal on the first day of the tournament, and looks ahead to some of the best Round 2 matchups. And the ATP Writer offers a few predictions about what to expect as Roland Garros rolls along. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    51 分
  • 2025 Roland Garros Preview With Jill Craybas: Will Swiatek and Alcaraz Defend The Throne, or Will Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka, Gauff and The Field Rise Up?

    2025 Roland Garros Preview With Jill Craybas: Will Swiatek and Alcaraz Defend The Throne, or Will Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka, Gauff and The Field Rise Up?
    2025/05/23
    It's time for Roland Garros, and former WTA pro Jill Craybas joins the podcast to preview all the action on tap in Paris. Craybas dives into whether Iga Swiatek can bounce back at the tournament she's won four times, and discusses whether Marta Kostyuk, Jelena Ostapenko or another player can end her fortnight early. The broadcaster also explains why Aryna Sabalenka should be considered the favorite, dives into Coco Gauff's chances to hoist another major title, and examines whether Mirra Andreeva is gearing up for a long major-run. And Craybas discusses some of her favorite women's Round 1 matchups as well. On the men's side, Craybas dives into what makes Carlos Alcaraz so efficient as he looks to defend his Roland Garros title. The commentator predicts what to expect from Novak Djokovic as he looks to add another grand slam title to his collection, and discusses whether Alexander Zverev can get on the right track. She also looks at Jannik Sinner's chances to be the last man standing, assesses the American men's chances, and debates whether Casper Ruud can win a major in this highly informative Roland Garros preview show. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    51 分
  • Alcaraz Tops Sinner On Clay, Paolini's Triumph in Rome and Early Roland Garros Thoughts With Ted Robinson

    Alcaraz Tops Sinner On Clay, Paolini's Triumph in Rome and Early Roland Garros Thoughts With Ted Robinson
    2025/05/19
    Veteran tennis broadcaster Ted Robinson joins the show to recap the 2025 Italian Open, where Carlos Alcaraz dazzled to defeat World No. 1 Jannik Sinner to take the title. Robinson reviews Alcaraz's supreme performance, evaluates Sinner's first tournament back since his supsension, and discusses the state of the best rivalry currently going in tennis. The sportscaster also recaps the women's event in Rome, where Italian Jasmine Paolini notched the biggest win of her career over Coco Gauff on home soil. Robinson also takes an early look at Roland Garros, where Iga Swiatek is desparately trying to regain her form, Aryna Sabalenka is trying to cement her extraordinary career, and Mirra Andreeva is looking for her first major title. The broadcaster also discusses the Novak Djokovic's motivation as he plays in Geneva as his final preparation, the excitement of qualifying rounds before a major, and much more in this fun and thorough conversation. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    44 分
  • Sinner's Back In Black, Gauff and Paolini Notch Wins and More From Rome With Chris Oddo

    Sinner's Back In Black, Gauff and Paolini Notch Wins and More From Rome With Chris Oddo
    2025/05/15
    TennisNow writer Chris Oddo joins for a chat on the podcast about The 2025 Italian Open, headlined by the return of ATP World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Oddo evaluates Sinner's level of play, and examines whether Carlos Alcaraz can hold a firm advantage over his rival on the clay. The journalist also covers Lorenzo Musetti's exceptional play on home soil, Alexander Zverev's continued struggles, and American Tommy Paul's breakthrough in Rome. Oddo also dives into the women's tournament, where Coco Gauff defeated Mirra Andreeva yet again to emerge as a clear favorite at Roland Garros. The TennisNow writer discusses Jasmine Paolini's thrilling run to the final, Peyton Stearns tenacious competitive drive, and whether Qinwen Zheng's victory over Aryna Sabalenka will shake up the landscape heading into Paris. Oddo also analyzes what has gone wrong for Iga Swiatek in 2025, and how parting ways with Andy Murray will impact Novak Djokovic's quest for a 25th major title. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    44 分
  • Christopher Clarey on His New Book, "The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom Of Clay"

    Christopher Clarey on His New Book, "The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom Of Clay"
    2025/05/12
    Christopher Clarey, one of the most respected and acclaimed tennis writers of all-time joins the podcast to discuss his newest endeavor, a book about the great Rafael Nadal and dominance at Roland Garros. Clarey's masterpiece is titled, "The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom of Clay," and it is and all-encompassing look at the most dominant feat in tennis, and perhaps all of sports history. The author explains how the project came to be, his own tie to the city of Paris, and what he came to learn about the Spaniard and the rich tradition of clay court tennis. Clarey also recounts his favorite interview subjects on the topic of Nadal, and examines whether this truly is the most unbreakable record of all-time in any athletic field. The former New York Times writer also discusses the current state of clay court tennis heading into Roland Garros, and the upcoming tribute to Nadal that should be fitting for a king. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    47 分
  • Tennis Emcee/Interviewer Blair Henley on The Start of 2025, Emotional Titles for Ruud and Brooksby and Tennis Having A Moment

    Tennis Emcee/Interviewer Blair Henley on The Start of 2025, Emotional Titles for Ruud and Brooksby and Tennis Having A Moment
    2025/05/09
    Blair Henley joins the podcast to discuss her thriving career as an on-court interviewer, emcee and overall outstanding representative for pro tennis. Henley recaps the events she covered in 2025, highlighted by a powerful title for Jenson Brooksby in Houston and an interactive new show called "The Blue Zone" in Australia. Henley also explains why Madrid Champion Casper Ruud is one of the best interview subjects in the game, and what it was like covering the expanded Dallas Open at the site of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys. Henley also weighs in on explosion in tennis fashion, and why Indian Wells always appears to be the mecca of the game intersecting with pop culture. The emcee also discusses frosty tennis handshakes, the expanded Masters draws, and her own one-handed backhand origin story on this highly entertaining episode of Inside-In! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    52 分
  • Paul Annacone on Ruud's Masters Title, Djokovic's Chances and Sinner's Return

    Paul Annacone on Ruud's Masters Title, Djokovic's Chances and Sinner's Return
    2025/05/06
    Esteemed coach and commentator Paul Annacone is the guest on this episode of The Inside-In Podcast, and he recaps Casper Ruud's biggest title of his career at The Madrid Open. Annacone explains why Aryna Sabalenka remains a dominant force in the women's game, and he analyzes where Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek could go from here. The Tennis Channel broadcaster also discusses Novak Djokovic's chances for a successful Roland Garros given his recent results, and dives into what makes the all-time greats different from the rest of the players. Annacone also gives his take on why Carlos Alcaraz has been prone to dips, and which member of the "Big 3" the Spaniard seems to resemble the most. The coach also details what to expect from Jannik Sinner when he returns at the Italian Open, states his case why great players in this game can succeed on any surface, and reacts to the titles won by Naomi Osaka and Alex Michelsen on the clay. And Annacone shares one of his favorite stories from Rome during his playing days! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    38 分
  • Steve Weissman on Coco Gauff's Statement Win vs. Swiatek, Djokovic's Status and The Male Contenders on The Clay

    Steve Weissman on Coco Gauff's Statement Win vs. Swiatek, Djokovic's Status and The Male Contenders on The Clay
    2025/05/01
    Tennis Channel broadcaster Steve Weissman joins the podcast to break down all the action from the Madrid Open, headlined by Coco Gauff's dominant win against defending champion Iga Swiatek. Weissman explains what this match means for Gauff, and how Swiatek can respond with Roland Garros less than a month away. The commentator also looks Aryna Sabalenka's quest for a first title in Paris, and how Mirra Andreeva has emerged as a big-time on player. Weissman also analyzes the game, which is more wide open than it has been in a very long time. He assesses Djokovic's form after another early loss at Madrid, and examines whether Carlos Alcaraz or Jannik Sinner should be viewed as prohibitive favorites at Roland Garros. And Weissman analyzes whether Casper Ruud, Lorenzo Musetti, Jack Draper or somebody else could emerge as real contender on the clay. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    51 分