The Tennis Podcast Roland Garros Preview - 100 titles for Djokovic, can he still win a Slam?
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May 24, 2025 Matt Futterman, a writer for The Athletic who covers tennis and other sports, joins the discussion just before Roland Garros. They dive into the implications of Novak Djokovic's recent 100th title win and analyze his mental and physical state heading into the tournament. The conversation also challenges the toxic culture of injury management in tennis, emphasizing the need for a cultural shift regarding players' health. Don't miss insights on potential matchups and the evolving dynamics surrounding the sport!
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Toxic Culture of Playing Injured
- Tennis has a toxic culture glorifying playing through pain and injury.
- Players feel pressured to push through injuries, often to their long-term detriment.
Taylor Fritz's Injury Struggles
- Taylor Fritz admitted his year was the most unhealthy due to playing injured.
- Adrenaline convinced him to compete despite abdominal problems, risking further damage.
Adrenaline Masks Injury Pain
- Matthew Futterman ran the Boston Marathon with a broken foot, feeling great during the race.
- He suffered later pain but adrenaline masked injury initially, similar to tennis players playing hurt.