The Tennis Podcast

In this candid chat, Andy Murray, the former world No. 1 and three-time Grand Slam champion, opens up about his transition into coaching, particularly his experiences working with Novak Djokovic. He reflects on his career, revealing insights into his rivalries with Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic. Andy also discusses life post-retirement, sharing family joys and new hobbies like skiing and golf. With a mix of nostalgia and humor, he addresses pressing issues in tennis and the emotional highs of coaching versus playing.

Flavio Cobolli delivered a stunning comeback to clinch the Davis Cup for Italy, showcasing his potential as a future star. The hosts discuss the thrilling atmosphere in Bologna and Cobolli's initial struggles against Jaume Munar. Praise pours in for Matteo Berrettini's role in Italy's unbeaten run, while conversations about the future of the Davis Cup stir debate. The panel also speculates on Cobolli's shot at breaking into the Top 10 and the intriguing dynamics of team selection and competition.

Italy and Spain clash in the thrilling Davis Cup final, igniting excitement despite the absences of stars like Sinner and Alcaraz. Flavio Cobolli delivers an unforgettable tiebreak win that embodies the tournament's high drama. The hosts celebrate Cobolli's bond with Berrettini, highlighting team dynamics that bring lesser-known players into the spotlight. They delve into key matchups and predict the outcome, underscoring the unpredictable nature of this year's competition. Will Italy reign supreme, or will Spain's doubles expertise tip the scales?

Dramatic moments unfolded at the Davis Cup Finals! Spain faced challenges as Carlos Alcaraz withdrew, shifting the team's dynamic. Germany pulled off a thrilling doubles victory against Argentina, while Belgium upset France with Zizou Bergs shining bright. A wild moment from Corentin Moutet added spice to the matches. Italy celebrated a strong showing against Austria, raising concerns about Berrettini's fitness. Predictions fly as the hosts weigh in on the upcoming semis—who will claim glory?

The hosts dive into the excitement of the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna, exploring Italy's challenge to defend their title without Sinner and Musetti. They examine the underdog potential of Austria and the redemption arc of France's captain. Spain's squad is scrutinized, especially the impact of Alcaraz, while Zverev's surprise return adds intrigue to Germany's lineup. Predictions fly as the team discusses likely finalists and ultimate trophy holders, setting the stage for a thrilling week of tennis.

Charlie Eccleshare, a journalist for The Athletic and live reporter from Turin, joins to dissect Jannik Sinner's remarkable victory over Carlos Alcaraz at the ATP Finals. He shares insights on the electric atmosphere, Sinner's indoor dominance, and his enhanced serving skills that tilted the match. They also delve into the ongoing rivalry, the implications of Alcaraz's hamstring injury, and the concerns over men's tennis relying heavily on these two superstars. Plus, a look at British doubles dominance and ATP CEO Andrea Gaudenzi's controversial scheduling plans.

David and Matt dive into the ATP Finals, spotlighting the fierce competition between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. They dissect Felix Auger-Aliassime’s nail-biting victory and Zverev's struggles. Sinner's impressive indoor sweep gets a nod, while Alcaraz secures the year-end number one spot amid mixed performances. Emotional victories from Alex de Minaur and Lorenzo Musetti steal the show. Speculations abound about semifinal predictions, with a potential Sinner vs. Alcaraz final edging into view as favorites emerge.

Matt Futterman, a journalist for The Athletic, shares insights from the WTA Finals in Riyadh, where Elena Rybakina claimed victory over Aryna Sabalenka. They analyze Rybakina's impressive performance and what her win could mean for her future in tennis. The discussion also covers Sabalenka's semifinal triumph and the impact of off-court controversies. Transitioning to the ATP Finals, the panel reflects on Novak Djokovic's unexpected withdrawal and its implications for the tournament. Predictions for the finals lineup spark lively debate.

Catherine, David and Matt are joined by the current British No.1 and Indian Wells champion Jack Draper for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview. Having been forced to shut down his season early due to an arm injury, Draper talks through some of the highs and lows of the year, updates us on his preparation for next season, and delves deep into the current scheduling issues on the ATP Tour.Part one (00:00 - 29:59) - Jack tells us about the arm pain that blighted the second half of his 2025 season, and takes a deeper look at the way that injuries and his relationship with his body in general have shaped his career so far. There's also chat about what it's like to be part of the Alcaraz-Sinner generation, the way the word "pressure" is thrown around when it comes to Wimbledon, and how he is preparing for 2026.Part two (30:00 - 1:09:40) - Having opened up a bit on social media recently about scheduling issues, Jack speaks to us in depth about the calendar, detailing the toll that the 12-day Masters are taking on the players. There's debate about revenue-sharing, exhibitions, the off-season, and what needs to change for tennis to protect its players better.Part three (1:09:41 -1:43:50) - We get into the more light-hearted stuff with Jack including the experience of the US Open mixed doubles, his idolisation of Rafael Nadal, his relationship with Andy Murray, and The Traitors. Become a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part One - Serena Williams Group. With Anisimova beating Madison Keys and Iga Swiatek to qualify, we’re officially at the ‘silencing the doubters’ stage of our prediction. We analyse Anisimova’s improving performances through the week, offer some reflections on Swiatek’s curious season, and discuss the remarkable form of Rybakina at this tournament so far. Can she keep it up? Part Two - Steffi Graf Group (23:00). We cover Aryna Sabalenka’s flawless record, including an impressive victory in a Roland Garros final rematch against Coco Gauff, and we make sure to pay some much needed respect to Jessica Pegula’s record. Part Three - Semi-final predictions, doubles results, and a very exciting podcast announcement! (36:22) Become a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.