Talking Tennis
John Silk
Interviews, news and anaylsis of all things tennis with host John Silk and a team of experts, coaches, players and former players
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 19min
WTA Weekly: Riyadh Year-End Finals Preview as Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff, Anisimova, Pegula, Paolini, Rybakina, Keys do battle
🎾 WTA Weekly: Riyadh Year-End Finals Preview 🎙️
The WTA season comes to a thrilling close in Riyadh, and the best in women’s tennis are ready to battle it out for the year-end crown! Join us as we break down the matchups, momentum, and storylines surrounding Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Świątek, Coco Gauff, Amanda Anisimova, Jessica Pegula, and more.
We’ll dive into:
Who’s peaking at just the right time 🔥
Key tactical matchups and surface insights 🧠
The emotional stakes after a dramatic 2025 season 💪
Predictions and bold takes for the champion 🏆
Tune in for expert analysis, inside-the-tour context, and the ultimate preview of the WTA Finals showdown in Riyadh.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 36min
ATP Paris Masters Quarter-Final Previews: Auger-Aliassime - Vacherot | De Minaur - Bublik | Sinner - Shelton | Zverev - Medvedev
The 2025 ATP Paris Masters is down to the final eight — and the quarterfinal lineup is stacked! In this episode, we break down all four matchups, offering in-depth analysis, tactical insights, and bold predictions. 🇫🇷🔥
👉 In this episode:
Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Valentin Vacherot — Can the underdog Vacherot continue his dream run?
Alex de Minaur vs Alexander Bublik — A clash of styles: consistency vs creativity.
Jannik Sinner vs Ben Shelton — Power, precision, and next-gen fireworks.
Alexander Zverev vs Daniil Medvedev — Two heavyweights in a battle for semifinal glory.
We’ll discuss each player’s form, head-to-head record, court conditions, and tactical keys, along with our predictions for who moves on to the semifinals of the Rolex Paris Masters 2025.
🎾 Whether you’re a hardcore tennis fan or a casual listener looking for expert insights, this episode has you covered.
🗣️ Join the conversation: Who do you think will reach the semifinals in Paris?
#TennisPodcast #ATPTour #ParisMasters #RolexParisMasters #TennisAnalysis #TennisPredictions #FelixAugerAliassime #ValentinVacherot #AlexDeMinaur #AlexanderBublik #JannikSinner #BenShelton #AlexanderZverev #DaniilMedvedev #ATPMasters1000 #Tennis2025
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Oct 30, 2025 • 14min
Mboko beats Eala in Hong Kong to set up Kalinskaya match - post-match reaction, quarter-final preview & prediction
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Oct 28, 2025 • 42min
WTA Finals: LIVE DRAW REVEAL; Who will land in Sabalenka & Swiatek's groups? Gauff to retain title? Maiden title for Anisimova or Rybakina? Some amazing stats you won't believe
The excitement is here! Join us as we dive into the WTA Finals 2025 Live Draw Reveal and break down all the action before the season’s biggest showdown. Who will land in Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek’s groups? Can Coco Gauff defend her title, or will a rising star like Amanda Anisimova or Elena Rybakina claim their maiden championship?
We also share some mind-blowing stats and insights you won’t believe—perfect for tennis fans who love numbers as much as matches. From group stage predictions to potential Cinderella stories, we cover every angle of the tournament, plus expert analysis and hot takes on the players to watch.
🎧 In this episode:
Full WTA Finals 2025 draw breakdown
Group stage predictions for Sabalenka & Swiatek
Title defense: Can Coco Gauff repeat?
Potential first-time champions: Anisimova & Rybakina
Amazing stats & records you might have missed
Fan reactions and expert insights
Don’t miss this episode if you want to stay ahead of the WTA Finals action and get all the inside scoop before the tournament begins!
#WTAFinals #TennisPodcast #CocoGauff #Sabalenka #Swiatek #WTAFinalsDraw #WomenInTennis #TennisStats #Anisimova #Rybakina #WTA2025 #TennisAnalysis
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Oct 28, 2025 • 51min
WTA Weekly: Bencic beats Noskova to win Tokyo title | Li seals second tour title | Rybakina takes last spot in Riyadh
🎾 WTA Weekly is back! This week, we recap all the major stories from the women’s tennis tour.
🇯🇵 Belinda Bencic returned to form in Tokyo, outlasting Linda Noskova in a thrilling final to capture her first title of the 2025 season. 🇨🇳 Ann Li claimed her second career WTA title with a composed performance in China, while 🇰🇿 Elena Rybakina locked in the final spot for the prestigious WTA Finals in Riyadh.
In this episode, we break down:
Bencic’s tactical brilliance and Tokyo triumph
Noskova’s continued rise on tour
Li’s resurgence and title run
The final WTA Finals field and what to expect in Riyadh
🎧 Tune in for expert analysis, player insights, and everything you need to know from another exciting week on the WTA Tour!
📅 Episode: WTA Weekly – October 2025
🎙️ Host/Guest: Nick, with special guest Biola
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Oct 26, 2025 • 1h 11min
ATP Weekly: Joao Fonseca storms to Basel title as ADF falls short again | Sinner beats Zverev for second Vienna title | Saudi Arabia gets Masters 1000 | Paris Masters Preview
🎾 ATP Weekly: Joao Fonseca storms to Basel title as ADF falls short again | Sinner beats Zverev in Vienna | Saudi Arabia lands Masters 1000 | Paris Masters Preview
Teen sensation Joao Fonseca captures his first ATP title in Basel, stunning the tennis world with a fearless run — while Alejandro Davidovich Fokina falls short once more in a final. In Vienna, Jannik Sinner continues his dominance, outlasting Alexander Zverev to claim a second title in the Austrian capital.
We also dive into the ATP’s groundbreaking move to award Saudi Arabia a Masters 1000 event, what it means for the tour’s future, and the growing debate among players and fans. Plus, we look ahead to the Paris Masters, the final stop before the ATP Finals — with the race to Turin heating up.
👉 Tune in for analysis, insights, and everything you need to know from another action-packed week in men’s tennis.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 30min
After Italy's Jannik Sinner pulls out of Davis Cup Finals, where do team sports rank among tennis fandom?
🎾 After Italy’s Jannik Sinner Pulls Out of the Davis Cup Finals — Where Do Team Sports Rank Among Tennis Fans?
With Jannik Sinner withdrawing from the 2025 Davis Cup Finals, the tennis world is once again debating the value of team competitions in an individual sport. Does the Davis Cup still matter to players and fans, or has it lost its shine in the modern ATP era?
In this video, we discuss:
👉 Why Sinner pulled out of the Davis Cup Finals
👉 How his absence impacts Team Italy’s chances
👉 The growing divide between ATP Tour priorities and national events
👉 Why tennis fans are split on team competitions
👉 What the future holds for the Davis Cup, United Cup & Laver Cup
📅 Event: Davis Cup Finals 2025
🎾 Topic: Team competitions in tennis & player priorities
🇮🇹 Focus: Jannik Sinner and Team Italy
Do you think team events like the Davis Cup still matter in today’s tennis world? Let’s discuss in the comments below!
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#JannikSinner #DavisCup #TeamItaly #TennisDebate #TennisFans #DavisCupFinals #TennisDiscussion #ATPTour #Tennis2025 #TennisAnalysis #LaverCup #UnitedCup
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Oct 22, 2025 • 9min
Elena Rybakina vs Leylah Fernandez | WTA Tokyo | Japan Open 2025 | Round of 16 | Preview & Prediction
🎾 Elena Rybakina vs Leylah Fernandez | WTA Tokyo Japan Open 2025 | Round of 16 | Preview & Prediction
The WTA Tokyo Japan Open 2025 serves up a blockbuster Round of 16 matchup as Elena Rybakina takes on Leylah Fernandez. Power vs precision — can the Canadian’s court craft outsmart Rybakina’s explosive baseline game?
In this video, we break down everything you need to know before the match:
👉 Recent form and head-to-head stats
👉 Playing styles and key tactical battles
👉 Court conditions and matchup analysis
👉 Betting odds, predictions, and upset potential
👉 Who we think will reach the quarter-finals
📅 Tournament: WTA Tokyo Japan Open 2025
🎾 Round: Round of 16
🇰🇿 Elena Rybakina vs 🇨🇦 Leylah Fernandez
Who’s your pick — Rybakina’s firepower or Fernandez’s flair? Drop your predictions in the comments below!
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Oct 20, 2025 • 57min
ATP Weekly: Medvedev ends title drought | Rune ruptures achilles | Do we need to rethink schedule?
Welcome to another episode of ATP Weekly, where we break down all the biggest stories from the world of men’s tennis!
This week:
🏆 Daniil Medvedev finally ends his title drought with a strong run in Almaty, proving he’s still a force to be reckoned with on the ATP Tour.
💥 Holger Rune suffers a devastating Achilles rupture — what does this mean for his season and comeback hopes?
📅 And the big question: Is the ATP schedule too demanding? Are player injuries like Rune’s a sign that the tour needs to change?
We dive deep into the performances, stats, and player reactions — plus, our take on what the ATP could do to better protect its stars.
Watch the full breakdown and share your thoughts in the comments 👇
Do you think the ATP season needs reform?
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Oct 19, 2025 • 1h 10min
WTA Weekly: Rybakina wins Ningbo | Paolini qualifies for Finals | Fernandez wins Osaka title
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