Aryna Sabalenka, the newly crowned US Open champion, opens up about her journey from near misses to triumph in New York. Discussing her gripping final against Jessica Pegula, Sabalenka reveals the mental strength it took to conquer past challenges. Pegula shares insights on the intense rivalry and the emotional highs and lows of the match. The conversation also touches on the evolving debate over tennis formats and how they impact player experiences, alongside reflections on the recent milestones in doubles and junior competitions.

In a whirlwind discussion, Novak Djokovic reflects on his shocking exit from the tournament, calling it one of his worst performances. Rising star Alexei Popyrin makes headlines with an unexpected victory over Djokovic. Aryna Sabalenka and Ekaterina Alexandrova share the struggles of late-night matches, while Coco Gauff’s incredible comeback showcases her resilience. The panel critiques US Open scheduling and dives into the evolving landscape of American tennis, highlighting Frances Tiafoe’s maturity as a key factor in his recent success.

Ben Shelton, a promising tennis star, gears up to face seasoned American Frances Tiafoe in an anticipated match. Meanwhile, Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova suffers a surprising defeat. Andrey Rublev delivers dramatic five-set victories, showcasing his resilience alongside young talents Jiri Lehecka and Lorenzo Musetti. Paula Badosa and Aryna Sabalenka shine in their matches, while Zheng Qinwen bounces back from a slow start. Emma Raducanu shares exciting updates, and discussions also touch on player experiences with social media challenges.

Emma Navarro, a rising American tennis star, reflects on her strong journey to the US Open semi-finals. Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe discuss their high-pressure clashes, with Fritz’s aggressive strategy against Zverev standing out. The emotional toll of Grigor Dimitrov’s injury retirement is deeply felt, while Aryna Sabalenka dazzles in her performances. Meanwhile, Taylor Townsend and Donald Young share insights from their mixed doubles run, bringing humor and camaraderie into the mix.

Guests include Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Jessica Pegula, Marketa Vondrousova, Ons Jabeur, and Aryna Sabalenka. The podcast discusses excitement about Swiatek and Gauff being in the same quarter, a dream draw for Djokovic, a tough draw for Tsitsipas, and speculation about other players' performances in the upcoming US Open.