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Valentin Vacherot, a rising tennis star celebrated for his shocking Shanghai Masters triumph, joins the conversation. He recounts his remarkable journey from being ranked 204th to winning the prestigious title. Valentin shares anecdotes about nearly missing qualifying, facing his cousin in the final, and his emotional win over Djokovic. He reflects on his surreal celebration with Roger Federer and the unexpected joy of a homecoming in Monaco. The hosts also delve into nostalgic tennis memories, making for an entertaining chat.

The hosts dive into the unexpected triumph in Shanghai, highlighting a thrilling cousin-versus-cousin final. Coco Gauff’s impressive win at Wuhan showcases her hardcourt dominance, while a surge of American women prepares for the WTA Finals. Also, Jack's pickleball controversy stirs up lively debate, and they preview the buzz around the Six Kings Slam exhibition and its potential impact. Lighthearted discussions on trophies and backgrounds keep the vibe fun and engaging!

The hosts dive into hilarious swipes on Tennis Tinder Part 2, debating player photos with uproarious reactions. They share intriguing stories from the Shanghai Masters, including the vibrant city vibe versus the remote tournament hotel. Insights on managing exhibition matches reveal the unwritten etiquette and how to keep matches entertaining. Listener questions tackle balancing football season with relationships and navigating the complexities of securing travel visas. Plus, they reveal their picks for the most scenic tennis courts on tour!

Kickstart your week with John, Sam, Steve and Jack catching up on all the latest action from Asia.  The gang is joined once again by Blair Henley to chat through the latest updates from Shanghai, USTA league rules, and Federer’s nomination to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. With plenty of talk amongst the tour around court design, the boys discuss the impact of court speeds on player performance. The gang also weighs in on Amanda Anisimova's backhand dominance and Gael Monfils' recently announced retirement. 00:00 Intro & Weekly News Rundown 00:41 Sam’s Rant: Banned from the Club Team?! 02:37 The Great USTA Rule Debate 05:51 Blair Takes Over: No Man’s Land 06:13 The Court Speed Controversy 11:10 Surviving the Shanghai Sauna 16:03 Amanda Anisimova’s Beijing Comeback 19:41 Gael Monfils Says Goodbye 21:19 Farewell Season: Tournament Send-Offs 24:25 The Mascot Hand-Holding Controversy 27:35 Tokyo & Beijing: The Best of the Week 33:00 Federer’s Hall of Fame Nomination 37:23 Wrap-Up 🎧

World No. 34 and rising American star Alex Michelsen joins the pod! Fresh off making his Laver Cup debut, Alex joins John, Jack, Sam and Steve to share his journey in tennis and reflect on his year so far. He talks about representing Team World, going up against top players like Carlos Alcaraz, and shares some fun off-court stories from his life on tour. Plus, the boys cover some of the biggest headlines from Shanghai and debate what it means to 'make it' as a pro athlete. 00:00 Sponsor Message 01:33 Debate: What Defines a Professional Athlete? 09:36 Shanghai Masters Preview 13:10 Nalbandian and his Magic Run 22:42 Interview with Alex Michelsen 30:11 Post-Event Reflections and Travel Stories 31:16 Tennis Idols and Early Inspirations 32:21 Realizing Tennis Potential 33:20 Breakthrough Moments and Career Milestones 34:49 Facing Top Players and Building Confidence 36:38 Going Pro and Personal Insights 41:43 Sinner-Alcaraz Dominance 48:55 Time for the Hot Seat! 54:00 How Steve Benched Michelsen for Channelling Novak 56:59 Wrapping Up!

Sam, Stevie, Jack, and John are joined once again by everyone’s favorite tennis personality and reporter, Blair Henley! With the Asian Swing in full flow, the crew dives into the buzz from Beijing and Tokyo, including the much-anticipated final between Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz set for tomorrow in the early hours. Blair dishes on the latest gossip inside the tennis world, from Fabio Fognini’s surprise turn on Dancing with the Stars to Felix Auger-Aliassime’s extravagant wedding before the gang swaps stories about quirky fan gifts and unforgettable player parties in Asia. 00:00 Sponsor Message 01:31 We’re Back! 08:52 Taylor Fritz's Travel Adventures 11:05 Beijing Tournament Insights 15:54 Medvedev's Performance and Predictions 18:37 Upcoming Alcaraz vs. Fonseca Exhibition Match 21:48 Tennis Headlines with Blair Henley 22:13 Fabio Fognini on Dancing with the Stars 24:24 Music Complaints and Fan Gifts 28:04 Player Parties and Weddings 31:33 Carlos Alcaraz's Injury and Hair Dye Trends 35:43 Wrapping Up The Episode! Today, get Huel for FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF with this exclusive offer for New Customers only with code nothingmajor at https://huel.com/nothingmajor (Minimum $75 purchase).

The gangs back together following tennis' 'International Break'. Sam and John share their experiences at the Laver Cup in San Francisco and look ahead to the Asian Swing. With Beijing and Tokyo underway, the boys share some of their favorite stories from their time in Asia and dive into the Major Mailbag to answer some listener questions. With just a few months left of the 2025 season, it's time to analyze the season performance of some of the top ATP players, leading into a 'Buy and Sell' segment. Which players will rise or fall by the year-end? 00:00 Guess Who’s Back? 00:45 Recap of the Laver Cup 03:43 Fan Questions and Personal Stories 05:12 Asian Swing: Food and Culture 10:26 Challenges of Traveling to Asia 13:13 Experiences in Beijing and Tokyo 18:17 Comparing Tournaments: Tokyo vs. Beijing 20:37 High Stakes in Beijing 20:56 Doubles Strategy and Injuries 22:08 Fan Questions: 25 Slams Contenders 23:48 Media Training for Tennis Players 27:34 Drafting the Worst ATP Player 32:05 Buy and Sell: Player Stocks 37:22 That’s a Wrap, See Ya!

The weekend erupts with excitement as Team World clinches an unexpected Laver Cup victory, highlighted by Taylor Fritz's incredible performances and a wild travel saga. The hosts debate the MVP of the event, with Agassi's first-time captaincy adding intrigue. Discussions shift to Italy's stunning Billie Jean King Cup win and the debated format changes. Finally, light-hearted moments shine through as they roast Sam Querrey's antics, reliving the most hilarious memes from the weekend.

The gang's all here and we're diving headfirst into all things Laver Cup. Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie look back at the very first edition, from Jack and John’s doubles wins to some of the wildest on-court moments. They debate whether the event can keep its spark without the Big 3, and why Carlos Alcaraz already feels essential for Team Europe. The crew breaks down the format, payouts, and shares a classic Fabio Fognini story. An episode of Nothing Major wouldn’t be complete without a little self-roasting, this time revisiting some of their worst predictions of the season... Plus, get a peek behind the curtain at how the wonderfully chaotic Nothing Major group chat becomes the podcast you listen to, watch and (hopefully) enjoy. 00:00 Kicking Things Off 00:24 Back to the 2017 Laver Cup Chaos 01:00 Jack Showing Off in Doubles 06:13 Laver Cup: Challenges and Changes 09:32 Format, Future, and What Could Be Better 12:21 Player Stories and Inside Dirt 14:29 Laver Cup vs Davis Cup: Who Wins? 16:47 Jack’s Wild Ride with John McEnroe 18:05 Favorite Captains and Hypothetical Showdowns 20:40 Roasting Our Past Predictions and Tennis Takeaways 23:12 Behind the Scenes: How This Madness Gets Made 28:44 Signing Off and Looking Ahead

The boys are back to kick off your week in style! Following a packed weekend in Dallas, John and Steve break down Nothing Major’s inaugural Red Bull Flugtag flight. Did the Unforced Errors fly? With the Davis Cup underway the dive into the results and chat through the biggest results so far. Plus the gang are joined by the winner of our US Open bracket challenge, Victor! Life Advice returns and the boys are tracked with tackling some tricky situations including an overbearing house guest… Be sure to stick to the end to watch Nothing Major’s Flugtag entry take flight! 00:00 Intro 00:43 Red Bull Flugtag 04:24 Random Flight Observations 05:17 Tennis News 10:44 Bracket Challenge Winner 19:07 Carlos Tracker and Blonde Hair Debate 21:50 Davis Cup Recap 24:25 Davis Cup Format 27:25 Brazil vs Greece 28:32 Iva Jovic's First Title 29:37 Life Advice 34:33 Red Bull Flugtag