Nothing Major 90: The Ugliest Games in Tennis, Sam's Reality TV Flashback, & Canada Recap | EP 90
Aug 4, 2025
The hosts dive into a hilarious debate about the ugliest tennis strokes, responding to fan feedback with laughs. They reflect on their experiences at the Toronto and Montreal tournaments and discuss the retirement of Vasek Pospisil. Sam shares a cringeworthy but entertaining story from his time on Millionaire Matchmaker, complete with a fake house and dog! Plus, they're launching a new segment for life advice from tennis pros, inviting listeners to join the fun!
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Ugly Tennis Games Can Win
- Some top tennis players have very unorthodox and arguably ugly games but achieve great success.
- Effectiveness doesn't require beauty; players like Jim Courier and Bernard Tomic illustrate this.
Medvedev and Santoro's Unique Styles
- Players with unique, unorthodox strokes, like Daniil Medvedev and Fabrice Santoro, provide varied styles on court.
- Their different ways of hitting make their games interesting despite sometimes being labeled ugly.
Coach Changes Need Momentum
- Changing or adding a new coach can take time but early positive results boost confidence.
- Alex Mickelson's progress with new coaches shows momentum helps calm nerves around changes.
