

Tennis Insider Club
Caroline Garcia & Borja Duran
The world’s top tennis players sharing their stories, in their own words.Founded & hosted by tennis pro Caroline Garcia and Borja Duran, the podcast uncovers the life and journey of great players & coaches, shared by themselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 24, 2025 • 51min
E21 - Belinda Bencic
In this captivating episode of the Tennis Insider Club, Caroline Garcia and Borja Durán sit down with Olympic gold medalist and top-ranked tennis star Belinda Bencic. Belinda opens up about her journey from playing tennis at just two and a half years old to competing against the world’s best.Discover how her father’s dream of a tennis-playing son turned into her passion, the impact of training under Martina Hingis’ mother, and how moving to pursue her dreams shaped her childhood. Belinda shares the emotional challenges of being in the public eye, battling injuries, and the pressures of representing Switzerland, where legends like Roger Federer and Martina Hingis set the bar high.Listen as she reveals her struggles with perfectionism, self-sabotage, and emotional outbursts on court, and how motherhood transformed her perspective on tennis and life. This episode is filled with heartfelt moments, humor, and raw honesty that only a fellow player like Caroline can bring out.Highlights of the Episode:•How Martina Hingis’ mother influenced her career•Balancing the pressure of growing up in a tennis powerhouse nation•The mental battles of perfectionism and self-criticism•How motherhood changed her approach to competition and life•Memories of competing against Serena Williams and other tennis icons•The struggles of being coached by her fatherDon’t miss this emotional and inspiring conversation that goes beyond tennis, exploring the human side of a champion.👉 Subscribe for more candid interviews with the biggest names in tennis.🎧 Listen now and share your favorite moments in the comments!#BelindaBencic #TennisInsiderClub #CarolineGarcia #MartinaHingis #SerenaWilliams #TennisPodcast #EmotionalJourney #MotherhoodAndTennis #OlympicGoldMedalist #TennisMentalHealth #TennisLife #TennisChampion #BehindTheRacquet #TennisInspiration #WomenInSports #WTA #SwissTennis #PressureOfWinning #SportingLegends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 2025 • 50min
E20 - Paula Badosa
“Your brain isn’t ready for this at 18, not even at 25.” Paula Badosa gets candid about the intense mental challenges in professional tennis, her battle with depression, and the emotional toll of skyrocketing to world #2. From her love-hate relationship with the sport to navigating injuries and pressure, Paula shares how she found resilience and balance in her career.This episode is brought to you by AG1. Get a 76$ welcome kit here: drinkag1.com/tennisinsider Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 2025 • 56min
E19 - Stefanos Tsitsipas
Step into the world of tennis with Stefanos Tsitsipas as he shares his incredible journey on the Tennis Insider Club Podcast. From growing up on the courts of Greece to facing tennis legends like Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, Stefanos reflects on his career highs, challenges, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Discover how he handled pressure, navigated relationships with his family and coaches, and battled through his most challenging year emotionally and mentally in 2024.This episode offers a candid and inspirational conversation for fans and aspiring athletes alike. Don’t miss out on Stefanos’ insights into the future of tennis, his goals for 2025, and his advice to his younger self.👉 Subscribe for more inspiring stories from tennis legends and rising stars.🎾 Share this episode with your fellow tennis enthusiasts!Follow us for more behind-the-scenes stories:📸 Instagram: instagram.com/tennisinsider.club🐦 Twitter: x.com/tennisinsidercl🌐 Website: tennisinsider.club#StefanosTsitsipas #TennisInsiderClub #TennisPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 6, 2025 • 55min
E18 - Iga Swiatek
In this revealing episode of Tennis Insider Club, Iga Swiatek shares her unfiltered journey, addressing the highs and lows of her tennis career. From her rise to Grand Slam glory to the emotional challenges of navigating public scrutiny, Iga opens up about it all, including her recent doping case.Discover her perspective on:•Balancing tennis and education•Overcoming pressure and self-doubt•Handling media and public expectations during her doping case•Mental health and working with a psychologist•Finding joy and balance in a relentless tennis scheduleThis is a side of Iga Swiatek you’ve never seen before. Hear her inspiring advice, her mindset for the future, and how she remains resilient through it all.👉 Subscribe to Tennis Insider Club for more untold stories from tennis legends!👍 Like this video and share it with tennis fans around the world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 2024 • 1h 6min
E17 - Alex Corretja
In this exclusive interview, Caroline Garcia and Borja dive into the multifaceted career of Alex Corretja: former world number two, Andy Murray’s coach, and now a beloved tennis commentator. Corretja shares his inspiring journey, from his beginnings in tennis at age seven, to competing with legends like Sampras, to achieving his dreams on the court and transitioning to coaching and commentary. As Spain’s former Davis Cup captain, Corretja offers insights into his coaching philosophy, the dedication behind his success, and how he brings passion and expertise to his broadcast work today.If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with fellow tennis fans! Follow us for more exclusive interviews, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update from Tennis Insider Club! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 2024 • 55min
E16 - Sloane Stephens
In this EXCLUSIVE interview, go inside the mind of US Open Champion Sloane Stephens as she reveals untold stories and career secrets you’ve never heard before! From her incredible Grand Slam victory to overcoming challenges on and off the court, Sloane gives a candid look into her journey, mindset, and what it truly takes to succeed at the highest level of tennis. Don’t miss this chance to hear the stories only Sloane can tell!🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more exclusive interviews, tennis insights, and behind-the-scenes content with your favorite players!👍 Like this video if you enjoyed hearing from Sloane and share it with fellow tennis fans who need to hear this.👥 Share with a friend who loves tennis and would enjoy Sloane’s incredible journey!💬 Comment below with your favorite moment or ask Sloane a question—we’d love to hear from you!Stay tuned for more exclusive content coming your way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 2024 • 48min
E15 - Dominic Thiem
In this exclusive interview, Dominic Thiem reflects on the relief of winning his first Grand Slam at the US Open. He opens up about the emotional highs and lows of his career, his difficult recovery from injury, and his advice for the next generation of tennis players. Watch now for a deep dive into the life of a champion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 2min
E14 - Eugenie Bouchard
In this candid interview, professional tennis player Eugenie Bouchard opens up about her rise to tennis stardom, the challenges she faced on and off the court, and her unwavering determination to succeed. From winning Junior Wimbledon to navigating the intense pressure of the pro circuit, Bouchard shares never-before-heard insights into her career, pickleball, mental health, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 7, 2024 • 46min
E13 - Nick Kyrgios
In this insightful interview, Nick Kyrgios explains why winning Grand Slams was never his ultimate goal. Instead, he talks about playing tennis his way, having fun, and the pressures of living up to public expectations. In this unfiltered interview, the Wimbledon finalist, talks about his struggles, mental health, and the pressures of being in the spotlight. Don’t miss this raw, inspiring story from one of tennis’s most entertaining players. Like, share, and subscribe!Follow us on Instagram here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 2024 • 1h 43min
E12 - Danielle Collins
Discover the unfiltered side of professional tennis with Danielle Collins. From the grueling realities of constant travel to the mental and physical toll that comes with being at the top of her game, Danielle opens up about the challenges that fans rarely see. In this exclusive interview, she discusses the intense pressure, the importance of passion on the court, and her journey from college athlete to top-ranked professional. Danielle also shares her personal battles with endometriosis, the decision to retire and focus on family, and her thoughts on how tennis culture could evolve for the better. This is a must-watch for tennis fans and anyone inspired by stories of perseverance and authenticity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


