Monday Match Analysis

I preview world numbers 4-8 in the ATP year-end rankings. - Dominic Thiem improved his shot selection in a career-best 2019, but there's still room to grow there. Do I see a major title in his 2020? - Daniil Medvedev was nearly unbeatable in the summer of 2019, but can he keep it up? - Stefanos Tsitsipas started and ended last season strong. What can he do to be more consistent throughout 2020. - Alexander Zverev has yet to reach his full potential. It comes down to off-court stability and some major tactical needs for improvement. - Matteo Berettini burst onto the scene. How far can he ride his big serve and forehand? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Novak Djokovic made two memorable major title runs in 2019, but lost his number one ranking and suffered from inconsistency outside slams. In 2020, he looks to duel Nadal for supremacy, while fighting off a new crop of hungry competitors. What are the keys to a successful 2020? My season preview.... Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Roger Federer failed to add on to his 20 majors in 2019, but does that really spell trouble for the future? In this video, I discuss Federer's improved mental game, his tournament scheduling and his tactical keys to success. In 2020, Federer looks to be a major threat in men's tennis's most important events. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Tennis.com writer, author and historian Steve Flink joins me to discuss the 2010's on the ATP Tour. The decade of Novak Djokovic's rise, and Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer's continued success through old age. We also pay tribute to Andy Murray, Stan Wawrinka, David Ferrer and Juan Martin Del Potro. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Rafael Nadal had one of the best years of his career in 2019, as he continued to develop his reformed style of play, while maintaining his all-time compete-level. In 2020, he looks to hold on to his #1 ranking and build on his 19 major titles. Can the Spaniard continue to defy the odds in his mid-30's? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

The 2nd annual 🏆Monday Match Analysis Awards🏆 ATP players are honored for their accomplishments over the season and in individual matches. Featuring: 🎾Player OTY 🎾Match OTY 🎾Story OTY 🎾Upset OTY 🎾Tournament Run OTY 🎾Most Improved 🎾Comeback OTY 🎾Single Match Performance 🎾Best Shot. I'll also compare the year-end top-ten to my pre-season top-ten. Finally, I'll read your thoughts on the MMA Awards. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

On this interview edition of MMA, former Deadspin tennis writer and current Racquet Magazine Contributing Editor Giri Nathan joins me to talk about the future of tennis. Who is the most likely to win a slam in 2020 between Stefanos Tsitsipas, Dominic Thiem and Daniil Medvedev? What did Giri learn from spending time with Tsitsipas? How should Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer feel about their seasons? And insight into what happened when the entire Deadspin staff quit the website earlier this month? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Stefanos Tsitsipas beat Dominic Thiem 7-6 6-2 7-6 for the biggest title of his career at the 2019 Nitto ATP Finals in London's 02 Arena. I detail the third set tiebreak that decided the match, Thiem's bold shot-selection and Tsitsipas's steady play. In comment response, I discuss why the Big-3 are less dominant in non-majors and if Federer is still a threat in Australia. Plus, how discouraged should Medvedev be and what he needs to improve next season. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Jannik Sinner, the youngest player in the field, beat Alex De Minaur to win the Next-Gen Finals. I'll discuss what makes Sinner special. Plus, the Nitto ATP Finals are already off to a fascinating start. Roger Federer was defeated for the third time this year to Dominic Thiem. Sascha Zverev beat Rafael Nadal for the first time in six tries, as did Stefanos Tsitsipas against Daniil Medvedev. I'll discuss the matches, and read your comments. Will Nadal pull out? Do I watch other tennis youtubers? Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support

Novak Djokovic beat Denis Shapovalov in the 2019 Paris Masters Final, keeping his year-end #1 hopes alive. Rafael Nadal suffered an injury and is uncertain for the Nitto ATP FIials. Plus, the Next-Gen Finals in Milan are around the corner. Then, I take your questions on Grigor Dimitrov, Big-3 athleticism and more! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support