Monday Match Analysis

On this week's MMA, I create the ideal "Hulk" tennis player part two. 28 categories without ANY repeat players. Serve: Slice- Nick Kyrgios Flat- Reilly Opelka (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wW_R16jF5oc) Kick- John Isner (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qB-D9Sv7kC0) Athleticism: Footwork- Roger Federer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pwVOSQK5Xo) Strength- Nikoloz Basilishvili (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NOTDgFPoyM) Speed- Alex De Minaur (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u10nrd97K8) Endurance- Gilles Simon Forehand: Heaviness- Dominic Thiem* (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-H-huBgEdjM) Precision- Stefanos Tsitsipas (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzhV2KvUyOs) Consistency- Andrey Rublev Variety- Mateo Berrettini Backhand: Heaviness- Stan Wawrinka (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZniRDd8GGk) Precision-David Goffin Consistency- Daniil Medvedev Slice- Dan Evans Defense: Backhand- Gael Monfils Forehand- Grigor Dimitrov (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPZ_Ow7Gzo0&t=469s) Return- Diego Schwartzman Offense: Volleys- Feliciano Lopez (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llWG9VxOaTU) On-The-Rise- Fabio Fognini Aggression- Denis Shapovalov (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NugwQUvqWPQ&t=78s) Mental: Fight- Rafael Nadal (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NugwQUvqWPQ&t=78s) Shot Selection- Roberto Bautista Agut Pressure- Novak Djokovic Other: Looks- Sascha Zverev Swagger- Karen Khachanov Clothing- Kei Nishikori Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Rafael Nadal beat Taylor Fritz in the 2020 Acapulco final to secure his 3rd career title at the event and his 1st of 2020. Novak Djokovic was triumphant in his return to Dubai, taking out Gael Monfils and Stefanos Tsitsipas in the finals, to remain undefeated in 2020. Former top-100 ATP pro and the founder of Tennis Evolution (https://tennisevolution.com/) Jeff Salzenstein joins MMA. The first edition of the French Open Power Rankings are revealed. I respond to your comments on Djokovic's dropshots, the surface distribution at slams and if Indian Wells is a good surface to Nadal to beat Djokovic. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Stefanos Tsitsipas won his first title of 2020 in Marseilles over Felix Auger-Aliassime. I discuss how Tsitsipas broke out of his slump, and why FAA should look to the Greek for clues on how to take the next step. Reilly Opelka won the Delray. I compare the American big man to John Isner. Plus, Christian Garin won it all on the Rio clay courts. In comment response, I discuss Daniil Medvedev's slow start to the season, Roger Federer's knee surgery, who is the better counter-puncher between Nadal and Djokovic, Gael Monfils, Andrey Rublev and more! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Gael Monfils secured back-to-back titles for the first time in his career with his win over Felix Auger-Aliassime in the 2020 Rotterdam final. I discuss how Monfils has maintained his explosive movement, but added efficiency in his shot selection. On the contrary, FAA's shot selection is leaving something to be desired. Your comments ranged from Federer & Djokovic's scheduling, to the grand slam race, to the disappointing starts to 2020 for Daniil Medvedev and Stefanos Tsitsipas. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Tennis Hall-Of-Famer, author and tennis.com writer Steve Flink joins the show to discuss... - Novak Djokovic's Aussie Open title run - What is missing for Dominic Thiem - Has Rafael Nadal played too much tennis? - Was Roger Federer's run encouraging or discouraging? - Who will finish with the most GS titles? - Is tennis media biased for Federer? - Is the serve clock helping tennis? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Novak Djokovic came back from two-sets-to-one down for the first time in a major final, beating Dominic Thiem 6-4 4-6 2-6 6-3 6-4 to win the 2020 Australian Open. I break down how the match went from tactical to physical and where Djokovic found the edge. Also, I address the controversy surrounding Djokovic's medical timeout, time violation and interaction with the umpire. Then, I take your comments on the Aussie Open court conditions, Djokovic's mental strength, comparing Medvedev to Thiem, and early French Open thoughts. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

This week on MMA, I dive into some of the most exiting matches from the round of 16 at the 2020 Australian Open. Rafael Nadal battled hard to get past Nick Kyrgios in four sets. Stan Wawrinka showed he's not done yet, taking down #4 Daniil Medvedev. Roger Federer, Alexander Zverev, Dominic Thiem, Milos Raonic and Tennys Sandgren also advanced. Who will move onto the Aussie Semis? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

The 2020 Australian Open draw is out! - Thoughts and best wishes to those affected by the Australian Bush Fires - New hard court surface installed in Melbourne - ATP Cup changing players' tournament preparation - Rafael Nadal's quarter features bad matchups and Dominic Thiem - Daniil Medvedev's quarter is highlighted by two of the most dangerous 10-32 seeds: Stan Wawrinka and Andrey Rublev - Roger Federer's quarter is kind, with Mateo Berrettini on the other side - Novak Djokovic's quarterfinal will likely be against a player who beat him in 2019: Stefanos Tsitsipas or Roberto Bautista Agut Who am I picking to go all the way at this Australian Open? Find out in this preview and predictions video. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Novak Djokovic, in front of a raucous Serbian crowd, defeated Rafael Nadal to force a deciding doubles match in the 2019 ATP Cup final. I break down Djokovic's unusually assertive tactics, and Nadal's second-set adjustments. Plus, I revisit the ATP Cup's unfairness and successes. Then, I respond to your comments about Novak's match with Daniil Medvedev, Nadal's chances against Djokovic in an Australian Open rematch, and Nadal's comments towards the Serbian crowd. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

On the first MMA of 2020, I predict the year-end Top 10. Find out where I have Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev. I also discuss the merits of the ATP Cup: is it good or bad for tennis? Lastly, I get to your comments. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support