Monday Match Analysis

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross unloads the early round notebook after covering early round action at the 2025 US Open. We’ll talk about the verbal altercation between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko, Jack Draper’s surprising withdrawal, upset losses for Madison Keys and Holger Rune, serve technique changes for Coco Gauff and Lorenzo Musetti, Novak Djokovic’s form through two rounds and more. 0:00 Intro 3:11 Townsend-Ostapenko Fight 11:50 Draper Withdrawal 14:12 Zarazua Upset Keys 16:12 Struff Upset Rune 20:00 Musetti & Gauff Serve Changes 29:05 Djokovic’s Form 34:42 US Open Changes IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross 24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_Gross The Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribe Become a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/join Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffee

Gill Gross reacts to an unforgettable night match on Armstrong, where Benjamin Bonzi beat Daniil Medvedev at a second consecutive slam, despite an improbable disruption and a subsequent meltdown nearly getting the 2021 US Open champion back from the brink of defeat. IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross 24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_Gross The Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribe Become a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/join Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffee

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross previews the men's singles draw at US Open 2025. Jannik Sinner is the No. 1 seed and defending champion, 2022 champion Carlos Alcaraz is opposite the draw coming off a Cincinnati title, Alexander Zverev has shown signs of resurfacing the form of his Australian Open runner-up earlier this year and Taylor Fritz defends his first career major final off the back of a strong run of results. Ben Shelton, Jack Draper, Novak Djokovic and Karen Khachanov hope to cause disruptions as well. We'll go quarter-by-quarter with dark horses, upset alerts, popcorn matchups and predictions. 00:00 Intro 4:20 Sinner Quarter 10:20 Zverev Quarter 18:15 Fritz Quarter 27:57 Alcaraz Quarter 33:10 Final Weekend IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross 24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_Gross The Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribe Become a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/join Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffee

Gill Gross reacts post-match to an underwhelming rendition of Jannik Sinner vs. Carlos Alcaraz in the 2025 Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati. IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross 24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_Gross The Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribe Become a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/join Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffee

On Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross gives his top-3 most intriguing questions ahead of another Jannik Sinner vs. Carlos Alcaraz clash in the final of Cincinnati. Then, he goes through his takeaways from commentating at the Sumter Challenger 125 this week, where Mattia Bellucci took home the title. 0:00 Intro 1:15 Sinner-Alcaraz Preview 6:00 Bellucci Sumpter 13:13 Alexander Shevchenko 17:50 Shintaro Mochizuki 22:15 Faria vs. Lajal 26:00 Nikoloz Basilashvili 29:14 Cassone and Blanch 33:16 Upsets IG: https://www.instagram.com/gillgross_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gill.gross 24/7 Tennis Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/wW3WPqFTFJ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Gill_Gross The Draw newsletter, your one-stop-shop for the best tennis content on the internet every week: https://www.thedraw.tennis/subscribe Become a member to support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvERpLl9dXH09fuNdbyiLQQ/join Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, the Official Coffee Of Monday Match Analysis... use code GILLGROSS25 for 25% off your first order: https://evansbrotherscoffee.com/collections/coffee

Ben Shelton scores a stunning victory, earning his first Masters 1000 title against Karen Khachanov, showcasing his explosive serve and mental toughness. The conversation shifts to the Cincinnati tournament, analyzing key players like Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Alexander Zverev. Predictions emerge for thrilling matchups and possible upsets, highlighting the strategic dynamics that could unfold. Insights on player form and match readiness add depth to the preview, making it an engaging forecast for fans.

The podcast dives into Alexander Zverev's recent interview and discusses the declining use of slice backhands. It critiques the two-week Masters format, arguing it harms both fan and player experiences. Jannik Sinner's impressive return game is analyzed, alongside Carlos Alcaraz's performance on fast hardcourts. The show also raises intriguing questions about the current era's appeal and features a fiery exchange between Ben Shelton and Flavio Cobolli. Plus, insights on Daniil Medvedev's struggles and the art of tennis interviews in podcasting!

Alex De Minaur pulls off an incredible comeback, saving three championship points against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, who was eyeing his first title. The discussion dives into De Minaur's key tactics and the emotional aftermath for Fokina. Additionally, recent successes of Alexander Bublik and Luciano Darderi are highlighted. As a finale, the show offers an exciting preview of the upcoming National Bank Open in Toronto, where top players like Zverev and Fritz are set to compete amidst unexpected withdrawals.

This episode dives into the coaching shake-ups in tennis, including Tsitsipas's split with Goran and Sinner's rehire of Ferrara. The hosts explore mental health challenges faced by players like Zverev and reflect on Agassi's brief collaboration with Rune. Highlights from the Washington D.C. tournament showcase Venus Williams's comeback and rising stars like Ben Shelton. There's also a look at the complexities of wild card selections for mixed doubles at the U.S. Open and the impact of social media on players' mental resilience.

Sam Querrey, a former No. 11 tennis pro with a rich career, shares behind-the-scenes truths of life on the tour. He dives into the complexities of sponsorship deals and financial challenges players face. Querrey discusses the pressures of mandatory tournaments and the mental health impacts of social media. He reveals the reluctance of players to participate in long-form interviews and why engaging with the press can be tricky. This entertaining chat uncovers the lesser-known dynamics of professional tennis in a light-hearted way.