Nothing Major

The boys are joined by comedian and former pro Michael Kosta, to chat junior tennis cheating, locker room madness, and why Nothing Major is the only tennis podcast that matters (he's right).Jack, Sam and Stevie break down the biggest headlines heading into Miami, who’s primed for a deep run? Who will struggle in the Florida humidity? Plus, the boys debate which venue truly delivered the best Miami Open experience, the Hard Rock Stadium or Crandon Park? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam, Steve, Jack and John are back to break down all the action from the desert, where Jack Draper claimed the biggest title of his career and 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva dismantled the world’s best. What does Draper’s run mean for the ATP rankings? Is Andreeva already the most dangerous player on tour? And how did the Americans perform in the desert?Plus, Gossip Corner is back with some fresh drama, Bublik and Moutet nearly throwing hands in Phoenix, Djokovic making surprise appearances at Miami’s most exclusive parties, and the week’s most pressing debate: who actually owns the middle seat armrests on a flight?(00:00) Welcome to the Show! (00:51) The Great Middle Seat Debate (03:00) Draper’s Magical Win (07:52) Andreeva Is Here to Stay! (09:29) Disappointing Run for the Americans (12:19) Key Takeaways from Indian Wells (13:39) Revisiting Our Predictions (15:28) A Juicy Gossip Corner Moment (19:21) Fonseca’s Phoenix Triumph (21:35) Kovacevic Shines in Punta Cana (23:53) March Madness Brackets & Farewell! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie are back for another Nothing Major mailbag episode, answering all of your Indian Wells questions. The boys discuss the best and worst parts of Indian Wells, from top hotels for celeb sightings, to how players actually pick their doubles partners.John breaks down his impressive run to the final, including a massive upset over Novak Djokovic. Jack shares how he once asked Roger Federer to team up (spoiler: it didn’t happen), while Rafael Nadal actually invited him to play!Plus, the guys swap horror stories from their worst doubles experiences and reveal which A-listers actually show up to watch the tennis.--(00:00) Welcome to the show (01:40) Coachella tennis edition (04:03) Best Indian Wells memories (05:08) Facing Federer and Nadal in finals (07:52) Playing doubles at Indian Wells (09:50) Why is only one Top 10 player in doubles? (11:55) Inviting Roger and Rafa to play doubles (13:21) Worst doubles partnerships? (15:44) Indian Wells fan questions (17:10) Sharing a golf cart with your opponent (18:35) How do players choose practice partners? (21:39) Rafa’s practice tactics (24:13) Celebrities at Indian Wells (26:32) Shirtless practice: Heat or just for the looks? (27:02) Olympics in Indian Wells? (28:01) Autographs and selfie stories (29:52) Day vs. night matches at Indian Wells (31:58) Trolling Sam (32:37) Goodbye! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indian Wells is delivering pure chaos, and Jack, John, Sam and Steve are here to break it all down! With Zverev and Djokovic both crashing out early, what does this mean for the rest of the draw? The boys debate whether Novak’s slump is just a blip or something bigger….The crew take a hard look at their own terrible predictions (spoiler: they were WAY off) before debuting a brand new segment, ‘Gossip Corner’, diving into the juiciest off-court drama, from Ben Shelton’s online flirting to the biggest celebrity sightings at the tournament.(00:00) Welcome to the Show!(01:25) Upsets Galore: Zverev’s Early Exit(03:40) Bouncing Back: How to Overcome a Rough Patch(07:43) What’s Up with Novak?(13:38) Watanuki Stuns Tiafoe(16:16) Notable Results from the Day(17:25) Revisiting Our Predictions(22:22) New Segment: Gossip Corner(27:37) The Hottie Trophy Hunt: Tracking Down Berrettini(28:33) Who Takes the Title? Final Predictions(29:32) Wrapping Up – See You Next Time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back to break down all things Indian Wells—the tournament that might just be the "Fifth Slam" (or not, depending on who you ask). Steve Johnson shares his struggles as a civilian trying to navigate the grounds, while Sam Querrey reveals his high school squad’s sneaky ticketing tactics and Jack Sock reminisces about wild doubles rides with John Isner.Who’s the man to beat this year? Alcaraz? Djokovic? Maybe Berrettini with his Hottie Bracket trophy and an Olive Garden gift card? The crew makes their predictions, picks their dark horses, and debate if winning Miami is actually better than winning Indian Wells. Plus, Sam and Steve are on the ground hunting for locker room gossip—so stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we dive into Tomas Machac's unexpected rise as he claims his first career title in Acapulco, all amidst a week of food poisoning drama and top seeds dropping like flies. We also break down Stefanos Tsitsipas’ dominant win in Dubai, explore the racquet switch that might be working wonders, and debate if this new version of Tsitsipas is here to stay. Plus, we crown Matteo Berrettini the winner of the inaugural Nothing Major Hottie Bracket—and give you the inside scoop on the upcoming trophy ceremony in Indian Wells. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack, John, Sam and Stevie are back with a jam packed loaded Major Mailbag! We’re answering your biggest questions, from how player pensions actually work to the wild world of tennis sponsorships, who gets paid, how much, and why some players switch gear for cash. Plus, deep dives into Acapulco’s late-night chaos, legendary player parties, and whether tournaments should have a match curfew. Oh, and we settle the ultimate debate—should you be allowed to wear shorts on a plane?Also, Sam takes a trip down memory lane, reliving his unforgettable 2017 Acapulco title run, where he took down Rafael Nadal in the final. From perfect conditions to post-match chocolate milk, we get all the details on the best week of his career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big news—Nothing Major is coming to you twice a week!Every Monday, Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie will discuss the latest tennis results and the biggest headlines to kick off the week. This week, the boys break down Rublev’s dominance as the undisputed 500 king, Rio’s laughably weak draw, and the latest drama from the Hottie Bracket. Plus, should South America finally get a Masters 1000? And why does Rio feel like the sweatiest tournament on tour? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Jack, John, Sam and Steve weigh in on tennis' biggest headlines! With Jannik Sinner’s three-month suspension sparking debate throughout the sport, the U.S. Open is shaking up mixed doubles, ditching the traditional format for a high-stakes, 16-team showdown with a million-dollar prize.The boys chat about tennis’ newest rising star, João Fonseca, who just became the youngest South American ATP champ since 2001. They also give a shoutout to John’s favorite doubles partner, Diego Schwartzman, who got a well-deserved farewell in Buenos Aires.And finally, Tommy Paul steps into the Hot Seat in the Part 2 of his guest appareance. From his biggest wins to the matches he’d take back, Tommy breaks it all down, including the one shot he’d steal from the Nothing Major crew (spoiler: it’s not John’s return game). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After months of being ghost, World No. 9 Tommy Paul joins the podcast! And boy was it worth the wait! Tommy opens up about his wild days as a junior, why he almost went to college, and how partying nearly derailed his tennis career.He shares stories of growing up in the same generation as fellow Americans, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, and Reilly Opelka, and revealing who was the best at 14 (spoiler: not Fritz), and why Taylor was by far the worst athlete in the group. Tommy also reveals his actual rock-bottom moment, the insane reason he almost had John Isner as his coach for a tournament, and why he thought he could win Wimbledon last year.Later, Sam, Jack, John and Steve break down the viral prize money debate and compare ATP's revenue share to other major sports. Plus, an update on the ATP Hottie Contest bracket (who’s the early favorite?) and the fallout from the legendary Steve vs. Sam Pickleball showdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.