The Functional Tennis Podcast

Ron Yu, a well established and respected stringer & racket technician on tour joins us for Episode 98 😃Ron has strung rackets for the likes of Agassi, Sampras, Federer, Djokovic, Murray, Wawrinka & more! The list is endless 😅We talk:How he got involved in the industryPlayers he has worked withStrings used by prosSurviving through the COVID pandemicHow tour dynamics have changedUpcoming tournamentsRon joined us from his office, just a week before he is to travel to Geneva to string for Roger Federer 🔥Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters2:33 - How he got into the industry3:41 - Players that he has worked with5:29 - How meticulous are players?9:47 - Signing players for a year13:45 - How many rackets do pros use?15:51 - What strings do pros use?17:44 - Surviving through COVID19:26 - Upcoming Tournaments21:00 - Dynamics on tour changing over timeFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

A very promising Scottish tennis prospect, Aidan Mc Hugh joins the podcast this week for Episode 97!Aidan told us a few good stories on this edition of the podcast & opened up about the differences between the top pros & others players that he has played 😃We talk:Growing up in ScotlandDeciding not to go to collegeThe junior circuitRelationship with Andy & Jamie MurrayRole models growing upAt the time of recording, Aidan was currently training in Roehampton 🎾Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters2:06 - Training on clay in the UK3:42 - Growing up in Scotland9:44 - Junior Circuit12:23 - Playing with the Murray’s for the first time18:20 - Seeing how hard the pros work21:00 - Role models growing up21:48 - Hitting with FedererFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

Argentinian tennis coach, Martin Rocca joins the podcast this week from Barcelona!Martin is a junior tennis coach, who also set up the charitable organisation, Tennis Aid 🙌We talk:His career coachingBarcelona ATP 500Working online during the pandemicPatience while working with young kidsTennis Aid & the work they doMartin has vast experience in some of the best clubs & academies out there - so to tap into some of his knowledge was exciting 🔥Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters2:06 - Martin’s career journey 8:28 - Working through the pandemic17:33 - Needing patience to work with younger kids20:37 - How Tennis aid came about27:59 - Is Tennis Aid needed in Europe?Find us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

James Cluskey, a former professional player turned entrepreneur is our guest this week 🇮🇪James specialised in doubles, played Davis Cup for Ireland, toured the world & had plenty of success along the way 😃We talk:Tour storiesPlayers that he has played withHelping Richard Branson with his tennis gameTransitioning from tennis to life afterwardsStarting his own businessIt was about time that we had James on the show! We often mention his name, so to hear from the man himself was great 🔥Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters4:10 - Tour Stories8:56 - Players that he played with10:25 - Starting his own business27:05 - What he has learned from Richard Branson32:59 - JC InvitationalFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

David Sammel, a former tennis player & current tour coach joins the podcast this week to talk about the importance of mindset!David is the coach of Liam Broady & former podcast guest, Marcus Daniell 🔥We talk:Mindset CollegeThe role that maturity plays in individualsThe negative influences of social mediaImportance of training the mindOur upcoming Functional Tennis Webinar with DavidThere are plenty of life lessons in this episode! Whether you are tennis crazy or not, you can definitely pick something up from our chat 😃Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters2:21 - Managing his time19:38 - Maturity plays a big role37:18 - Using your phone sparingly52:55 - Does Federer feel more pressure now than before?56:48 - More information on DavidFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

The coach of CiCi Bellis, Tom Gutteridge joins us this week to talk about how he became a top level coach & what his day to day really looks like 😉It was fantastic to have another coach on the podcast - we always learn so much from them 😃We talk:How he got into coachingStarting to work with CiCiWhat a typical day looks likeGoals for the futureWhy he plans to use the Functional Tennis PointerTom has a really interesting story of how he started coaching CiCi, make sure to check it out 🎧Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters3:05 - His early tennis career6:33 - Starting to work with CiCi12:38 - Decision to coach22:03 - Dealing with injuries23:57 - Typical training day in Orlando29:46 - Using the Functional Tennis Pointer31:41 - Advice for juniorsFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

This week we speak to tennis parent & former pro, Julia Efremova. Julia is the mother of Ksenia Efremova, an 11-year old who is widely regarded as a future tennis star! Julia and her family live at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in France 💪We talk:Julia's tennis careerMoving to the Mouratoglou Tennis AcademyHer typical dayKsenia's goalsDealing with pressureJulia is the first tennis parent that we have had on the podcast & it was really nice to be able to hear about her story - albeit from a slightly different perspective than we are used to 🙌Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters2:18 - Julia’s tennis career5:11 - Moving to Mouratogloou Academy8:11 - Typical day for Julia15:19 - Typical day for Ksenia18:19 - Ksenia’s goals21:35 - Dealing with PressureFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

Mirjam Bjorklund, an up & coming player from Sweden joins the podcast this week to talk about her transition onto the WTA Tour 🔥We talk:Playing recently in DohaJunior vs. senior gameUsing social media to help fund her tennis careerTips for juniorsIt was great to be able to chat with Mirjam as she continues on her journey to become a top tennis player 🙌Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters1:54 - Playing in Doha6:49 - Challenges in transitioning to the senior game9:55 - Playing Iga Swiatek in 202017:18 - Using social media platform to help fund her tennis18:51 - Tips for juniorsFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com

In this engaging conversation, Marian Vajda, Novak Djokovic's long-time coach, and Goran Ivanisevic, his former Wimbledon champion teammate, dive into the incredible milestone of Djokovic's 311 weeks as world number one. They explore what sets him apart from other players, share memories of seeing him for the first time, and discuss strategies for improving his serve. With a mix of personal anecdotes and insights from different coaching perspectives, the duo highlights the teamwork and dedication behind Djokovic's remarkable success.

Adam Blicher, a tennis coach/speaker/podcaster from Denmark is this week's guest.  We cover a lot of topics - including how coaches can communicate better with their players 😃We talk:His work with the Danish Tennis FederationReceiving a cancer diagnosisHow coaches can improve their communicationImproving/Reflecting on match routinesAdam is still young but is extremely knowledgable 🙌  Attend any tennis conference & the chances are that he will be there as a speaker!! Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think!Leave us a review on iTunes 📱Episode Chapters4:21 - Working with the Danish Tennis Federation10:53 - Being diagnosed with cancer17:03 - How coaches can communicate better40:51 - What players do pre match, during the match & after the matchFind us on Social Media:YouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.comFacebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficialHave you seen the Functional Tennis Saber?Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ballFind us on Social Media:Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisYouTube: Functional Tennis PodcastTwitter: twitter.com/functennisWebsite: www.FunctionalTennis.com