Talking Tennis

🎾 ATP Weekly dives into another packed week on tour! Carlos Alcaraz takes the title in Tokyo but withdraws from Shanghai — what does that mean for his season? Jannik Sinner continues his hot streak with a statement win in Beijing. But with familiar names dominating, we ask: is men’s tennis getting a little too predictable? We also break down the Shanghai Masters preview — is this the most lopsided draw we’ve seen all year? Who benefits, who’s in trouble, and what surprises could still shake things up? 👉 Join us for match analysis, player storylines, and predictions as the ATP season heads into its final stretch. Check out our website...https://www.talking-tennis.com/Subscribe to our podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxHApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1aeFollow us on...Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use and no copyright infringement is intended.#tennis #live #livestream #free #commentary #watchalong #talkingtennis #LiveTennis2024 #LiveTennis #LiveCommentary #TennisLive #sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We gear up for what promises to be a compelling finale at the ATP Beijing (China Open) 2025: Jannik Sinner vs Learner Tien. We break down how both players have navigated their paths to the championship match, examine their strengths and vulnerabilities, and offer our prediction for who will lift the trophy. What We’ll Cover: Road to the Final Sinner’s form and consistency in Beijing — his 9th straight hard court final and the way he dispatched Alex de Minaur in the semis. Tien’s breakout run: how the 19-year-old American earned his place in his first ATP final, including Medvedev’s retirement and his “giant killer” reputation this season. Player Profiles & Matchup Breakdown Sinner: elite baseline aggression, experience under pressure, and how he’s trying new elements in his game after the U.S. Open. Tien: strengths in second-serve points, guts in deciding sets, and fearless calls in big moments. Tactical keys: who controls the tempo? Can Tien disrupt Sinner’s rhythm? How will pressure moments decide things? Prediction & Scoreline Forecast Based on form, odds, and experience, we lean toward Sinner in straight sets as the most probable outcome. But we’ll also map out plausible upset scenarios (e.g. if Tien seizes momentum, or Sinner drops concentration). What’s at Stake Ranking implications: Sinner looking to close the gap to Alcaraz. Legacy angle: Tien’s shot at his first title vs Sinner adding another hard court crown to his season. Tune in for expert insight, tactical talk, and our final verdict on how this final could play out. Will Sinner extend his dominance — or will Tien shock the tennis world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a blockbuster quarterfinal at the Tokyo Open 2025 as World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz takes on American No. 1 Taylor Fritz in a high-stakes showdown on the hard courts of Japan. 🇯🇵🎾 In this episode, we dive deep into the matchup: 📊 Recent form & season highlights for both players 🎯 Key stats: serving, returning, and baseline battles 🔑 Tactical keys to victory — can Fritz’s serve trouble Alcaraz, or will Carlos’ all-court game prove too much? 🧠 Mental edge, pressure moments & crowd factor in Tokyo 🏆 Our bold prediction: who moves one step closer to the title? This is not just another match — it’s a clash of styles between Alcaraz’s explosive athleticism and Fritz’s powerful precision. 🎧 Tune in, share your predictions, and join the conversation about one of the most anticipated matches of the tournament! #CarlosAlcaraz #TaylorFritz #TokyoOpen #ATP #Tennis Check out our website...https://www.talking-tennis.com/Subscribe to our podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxHApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1aeFollow us on...Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use and no copyright infringement is intended.#tennis #live #livestream #free #commentary #watchalong #talkingtennis #LiveTennis2024 #LiveTennis #LiveCommentary #TennisLive #sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“The Jingshan Tennis Open runs from 22-28 September 2025, in Jingshan, China. It’s the inaugural edition for women’s singles at this WTA 125 level. The courts are hard — so speed, bounce and rhythm will be key. Prize money, ranking points etc. are at stake; for players like Eala and Sun, this is not just about today's match, but about momentum going into the tail end of 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎾 PTPA vs. The Slams: A New Legal Battle Unfolds The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) has escalated its lawsuit by adding the four Grand Slams to the case, a move that could reshape the balance of power in tennis. What does this mean for players, tournaments, and the sport’s governance? We break down the details of the lawsuit, the motivations behind the PTPA’s bold step, and the potential ripple effects across the ATP, WTA, and beyond. Talking Tennis speaks to sports business journalist Dan Kaplan. Check out his blog here: https://danielkaplan.substack.com/p/tennis-slams-to-be-sued-by-players Whether you’re a casual fan or a tennis insider, this episode gives you the context you need to understand one of the biggest off-court storylines of the year. Become a member of the Talking Tennis community and enjoy perks such as emojis, badges and exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP7UDVQocV665yTn30vBJVA/joinCheck out our website...https://www.talking-tennis.com/Subscribe to our podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxHApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1aeFollow us on...Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use and no copyright infringement is intended.#tennis #live #livestream #free #commentary #watchalong #talkingtennis #LiveTennis2024 #LiveTennis #LiveCommentary #TennisLive #sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Catch up on all the latest ATP tennis action! 🎾 Lorenzo Musetti suffers more final-round heartbreak in Chengdu as Alejandro Tabilo claims a stunning title run. Meanwhile, Team World secures another Laver Cup victory over Team Europe – but how much does it really matter? In this week’s ATP Weekly, we break down the drama, key results, and what it means for the rest of the 2025 season. 👉 Topics covered: Musetti’s fifth straight final loss 😢 Tabilo’s breakthrough glory in Chengdu 🏆 Team World vs. Team Europe at the Laver Cup 🌍 Why fans are questioning the event’s significance Stay tuned for highlights, analysis, and insight into the ATP Tour. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly tennis coverage! #ATP #Musetti #Tabilo #LaverCup #TennisNews Check out our website...https://www.talking-tennis.com/Subscribe to our podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxHApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1aeFollow us on...Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use and no copyright infringement is intended.#tennis #live #livestream #free #commentary #watchalong #talkingtennis #LiveTennis2024 #LiveTennis #LiveCommentary #TennisLive #sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎾 Iga Swiatek Triumphs at the Seoul Open 2025! 🎾 World No.1 Iga Swiatek adds another title to her collection with a dominant run at the Seoul Open. We recap her road to the trophy, key moments from the final, and what this win means heading into the rest of the season. 👉 Can Swiatek keep this momentum for the WTA Finals? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 📺 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & hit the bell 🔔 for more WTA highlights, previews, and analysis. #IgaSwiatek #SeoulOpen #WTA #Tennis 🎾 WTA China Open 2025 Preview | Key Players, Predictions & Storylines 🎾 The WTA Tour heads to Beijing for the China Open 2025, one of the biggest events on the calendar before the WTA Finals! In this video, we break down the draw highlights, top contenders, dark horses, and key matchups you won’t want to miss. 👉 Can Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, or Elena Rybakina make a statement in Beijing? Or will we see a surprise champion emerge? 📺 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the bell 🔔 for more WTA previews, predictions, and tennis analysis. #WTA #ChinaOpen2025 #Tennis #WTATour #Beijing If you use this link to create an account, you will get a $ bonus. Enjoy Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4579423405998080 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tennis Tribe join Brenner for a doubles roundup, including a look back on the US Open mixed version. If you use this link to create an account, you will get a $ bonus. Enjoy Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/45794234... 🎯 US Open Mixed Doubles: What Actually Happened + How It Feels What changed: The mixed doubles draw was cut from 32 teams to 16. It was moved to qualifying week (i.e. just before the main singles/doubles action), rather than during the US Open proper. Half of the teams (8) got in based on combined singles rankings, the other half via wild cards. Doubles ranking had much less weight (which upset some doubles specialists). The format is compressed: short sets, no-ad scoring, a 10-point match tiebreak in lieu of a full third set. The winners (Sara Errani & Andrea Vavassori) defended their title, beating Iga Swiatek & Casper Ruud in the final (6-3, 5-7, [10-6]). Pros observed: Spectacle & fan excitement increased. Playing in big show courts (including Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong), crowds turned up, and there was a buzz especially during the semis and final. Star power helped draw attention: Singles stars paired up, which tends to draw more media eyes & casual viewers. Despite the criticisms, the format apparently delivered high-tension matches. The final in particular was close. Cons / concerns: Doubles specialists feel sidelined. Many of them can’t meet the singles-ranking criteria, and the draw is much smaller. This means fewer slots, less chance. Tradition / prestige dilution. Some critics argue that because of the format changes and scheduling, mixed doubles is less “Grand Slam-y” this year. The questions raised: Is it more exhibition than major? How much of the tradition remains? Format trade-offs. Short sets, no-ads, match tiebreakers are fun for fans, but some feel you lose depth / momentum / “true test” in matches, especially for specialists. 🔍 Davis Cup & BJK Cup Latest Here’s where things stand: Davis Cup: Germany, France, Argentina (among others) have qualified for the Davis Cup Final 8. Spain pulled off a comeback against Denmark to take the last spot in the Final 8. Belgium also edged out Australia to qualify. So the Final 8 teams are: Italy (host), Germany, France, Argentina, Spain, Belgium, Czech Republic, and Austria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of ATP Weekly, we bring you the latest Davis Cup highlights. Pedro Martínez saves match point to defeat Holger Rune as Spain upset Denmark, while the USA suffer a shock Davis Cup exit. Tune in for expert analysis, match breakdowns, and all the top stories from the world of ATP tennis. Become a member of the Talking Tennis community and enjoy perks such as emojis, badges and exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP7UDVQocV665yTn30vBJVA/joinCheck out our website...https://www.talking-tennis.com/Subscribe to our podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxHApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1aeFollow us on...Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use and no copyright infringement is intended.#tennis #live #livestream #free #commentary #watchalong #talkingtennis #LiveTennis2024 #LiveTennis #LiveCommentary #TennisLive #sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Check out our website... https://www.talking-tennis.com/ Subscribe to our podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43f2LvpQA7rxGbaRXqRMxH Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/talking-tennis/id1652349752 Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/1e8c717a-0be6-4145-adf5-aee32501a1ae Follow us on... Twitter: https://x.com/talkingtennis22 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingtennis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingtennistt/ Talking Tennis merchandise: https://my-store-d73955.creator-spring.com/ Rakotomanga Rajaonah eclipses Tjen in São PauloWinner: 19-year-old Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah (France) won her first WTA Tour title by defeating Janice Tjen (Indonesia) 6-3, 6-4 in the final of the SP Open (WTA 250) in São Paulo. It was the inaugural edition of the São Paulo Open, marking the WTA’s return to the city after a long absence. Rakotomanga Rajaonah was outside the top 200 before the tournament; her win vaults her up in the rankings to a career high of No. 131. Key stats/factors:She converted 4 of 8 break point chances, while Tjen managed only 2 of 10. Rakotomanga Rajaonah didn’t hit an ace in the final, and committed five double faults, but her serve percentages and second-serve resilience were strong. Tjen had a strong first-serve performance, but she struggled significantly on her second serve. Jovic wins GuadalajaraWinner: 17-year-old Iva Jovic (USA) picked up her first WTA title at the Guadalajara Open Akron (WTA 500 event), beating Emiliana Arango (Colombia) 6-4, 6-1 in the final. With this win, Jovic becomes the youngest winner on the WTA Tour this season. She had to battle in earlier rounds, including saving multiple break points and pushing through some tight matches. In the final, she dominated from the return, saved break points, and used momentum well. The victory also gives a large boost in prize money (~US$164,000) and ranking points, moving her significantly up in the race. Seoul Preview (Korea Open 2025)Here’s what to look out for as the tour shifts to Seoul:The Korea Open Tennis Championships in Seoul are a WTA 500 event, outdoor hard courts. Prize money is ~$1,064,510, and a strong field is expected. Key players / seedsIga Świątek — World No. 2, top seed; she’s making her Seoul debut. Amanda Anisimova — Seeded high; coming off strong results. Ekaterina Alexandrova — Former Seoul champion, familiar with the conditions. Clara Tauson, Daria Kasatkina, Beatriz Haddad Maia (defending champ), Emma Raducanu among others — mix of experience and rising forms. What to watch / storyline anglesWhether Świątek can break her WTA 500 title drought — she hasn’t won a 500-level since Stuttgart 2023. The defending champion Haddad Maia will be looking to defend points and maintain momentum. The wildcard entries (especially local players) might shake things up; local crowd support could matter. Rising players might use this as a springboard late in the season (for rankings, confidence, etc.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices