The Tennis Podcast Can anyone stop Alcaraz the serve bot?
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Jun 23, 2025 Charlie Eccleshare, a tennis journalist from The Athletic, brings insight into the thrilling world of tennis as Wimbledon approaches. He discusses Carlos Alcaraz's impressive serve evolution and his dominance on the court. The conversation dives into Alexander Bublik's unexpected rise and his unique playing style. They also analyze the impact of recent women’s performances, including Marketa Vondrousova. Attention turns to mixed doubles debates and the challenges surrounding prize money disparities in tennis, painting a vibrant picture of the sport's current landscape.
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Alcaraz's Serve Transformation
- Carlos Alcaraz has significantly improved his serve, adding a potent weapon to his game on grass.
- Better serving gives him focus and confidence, making him even harder to break and beat on grass courts.
French Open-Wimbledon Double Challenge
- Completing the French Open-Wimbledon double is historically very challenging, even for great players.
- Alcaraz's physical and mental demands may affect his performance despite his current form.
Lehechka's Grass Court Rise
- Yuriy Lehechka impressed at Queen's with a strong grass court game and resilience.
- Despite a history of injuries, he showed good touch and composure at the net.