Tennis Channel Inside-In

Tennis now journalist Chris Oddo returns to the podcast to discuss the 2024 US Open, which has had no shortage of drama and exciting action. Oddo recaps Jessica Pegula's breakthrough to her first major semifinal in an upset win over Iga Swiatek, and explains why the American finally had her moment at Flushing Meadows. The writer dives into other top stories on the women's side including Aryna Sabalenka's sustained brilliance, Emma Navarro bursting onto the scene in the deepest major-run of her young career, and Karolina Muchova's journey from a career-threating injury to the cusp of a grand slam title. And on the men's front, Oddo analyzes how Jannik Sinner was able to get the better of Daniil Medvedvev in the quarterfinal, as the Italian marches on as the clear favorite at the US Open. Oddo exmaines Jack Draper's skillset as he continues to win, as well as the moment American men's tennis has been salivating for, with both Frances Tiafoe & Taylor Fritz set to face off in the semifinals. The journalist previews all the action in store as the tournament concludes, and discusses whether Tiafoe or Fritz will hold the edge in front of a passionate crowd on Arthur Ashe Stadium. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist/commentator Crina Mustafa returns to the Inside-In Podcast to recap a wild few days of tennis at the US Open, with both Carlos Alcaraz & Novak Djokovic being eliminated early in New York. Mustafa discusses how Jannik Sinner & Daniil Medvedev has raised their games on the hard courts, and how the four American men in the Round of 16 have a real opportunity to go on a run. Franecs Tiafoe, Tommy Paul, Taylor Fritz & Brandon Nakashima could get their first major breakthrough and the BIg Apple, and Mustafa assesses each man's chances to go the distance. And on the women's side, the Canadian journalist breaks down how Coco Gauff & Iga Swiatek have found their groove, and why Aryna Sabalenka's brave tennis continues to pace the field. Mustafa looks at Jessica Pegula's chances to make a serious run, Paula Badosa's fighting spirit, and Karolina Muchova's highly entertaining style of play. And Mustafa recaps an unfortunate incident with video assisted review, and why Naomi Osaka can take a lot of positives from her 2024 season. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Senior Tennis Writer Matt Futterman returns to the podcast to discuss a fast and furious start to the 2024 US Open, with tons of dramatic action all across The Big Apple. Futterman assesses Jannik Sinner's ability to handle the surrounding noise, Carlos Alcaraz's ability to bounce back, and Novak Djokovic's path to a record-setting 25th major singles title. The journalist also examines Brandon Nakashima's successful summer, Frances Tiafoe & Ben Shelton's pending matchup, and whether an Holger Rune & Stefanos Tsitsipas can bounce back. And on the women's side, Futterman breaks down Aryna Sabalenka's successful start, and whether Iga Swiatek can find her footing on the hard courts. He also looks at whether Coco Gauff can recapture her magic from last year's title-winning run, and if Naomi Osaka, Emma Navarro or another sleeper can make noise in New York City. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for tennis in the Big Apple, and journalist/broadcaster Nick McCarvel returns to the show to preview the US Open. McCarvel recaps another record-setting Fan Fest Week in New York, assesses the outlook for Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, and explains why Novak Djokovic is locked in as he aims for his 25th major title. The broadcaster also analyzes Aryna Sabalenka’s form, Coco Gauff’s chances for a repeat, and discusses his favorite Round 1 matchups at the US Open. And then Stan Smith joins the podcast for a conversation about his Hall of Fame tennis career, and how he became a icon in the world of fashion and footwear. Smith, who won two major titles and was inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1987, discusses his humble beginnings in tennis, and how he became the face of the most iconic sneaker in tennis history, The “Stan Smith Adidas.” The 1973 Wimbledon champion also chats about his friendship with the late great Arthur Ashe, his commitment to serving others, and what it’s like being mentioned and respected in pop culture. And Smith also gives his thoughts on the current pro game, and why he’s still so invested in the world of tennis. Concluding the show we have three exclusive interviews from the WTA tournament “Tennis In The Land,” which took place in Cleveland, Ohio. Nine-time doubles champion and two-time gold medalist Katerina Siniakova chats about her successful career in both singles and doubles, Spanish tennis player Cristina Busca dives into her playing style and approach on the court, and Belgium’s Greet Minnen recaps her journey back to being a regular on the WTA, and how she’s been able to notch several impressive victories in 2024. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina McHale and Leif Shiras join the show to discuss a wild week in the tennis world, which saw Jannik Sinner win the Cincinnati Masters and reveal that he was cleared of any wrongdoing after testing positive for a banned substance. The broadcasters try to make sense of the situation, and discuss the ramifications on the sport. McHale & Shiras also dive into Sabalenka's supreme tennis, Jessica Pegula's consistency, and why Frances Tiafoe continues to captivate the masses. And the commentators examine the action taking place in Monterrey, Winston Salem and Cleveland, as the players make their final preparations before next week's US Open. And on the tail end of this episode, we have three exclusive interviews from the WTA Event in Cleveland, "Tennis In The Land." Rising American McCartney Kessler discusses her journey to the Top 100, being coached by her brother, and how she's progressed through the pro game. Jessica Bouzas Maneiro chats about her Spanish fighting spirit, appreciating her support system, and her breakthrough win at Wimbledon this year over the defending champion. And Clara Burel dives into trusting the process, testing herself against the game's best, and setting realistic goals. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monica Puig returns to recap a wildly entertaining Candian Open, with Jessica Pegula defending her title up north. The Olympic Gold medalist breaks down Pegula's recipe for success, Amanda Anisimova's resurgence, and how Diana Shnaider elevated her game in Toronto. Puig also reacts to Alexei Popyrin's improbable run to a 1000 title in Montreal, and how Andrey Rublev can build on his successful showing. And the current TC broadcaster dives into this week's Cincinnati Open, with Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek returning to action on the hard courts. Then the show is joined by Wimbledon doubles champions Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten for a great conversation about the formation of their partnership, and how they shocked the tennis world at the All England Club. The duo discusses their unique backgrounds in the sport, what goes into a successful partnership, and how they dug deep in that epic final at Wimbledon. The #5 team in the race to Turin also explains why there's still so much to play for in 2024 and beyond. And rounding out the show is the co-founder and CEO of Commonwealth Brian Doxtator. Commonwealth is a sports investing platform that allows fans to back athletes for as little as $50 a share, while building a community that goes way beyond ROI. Doxtator explains his company's origin story, and how life changed when their horse "Mage" won the 2023 Kentucky Derby. Commonwealth is now in the tennis space, and Doxtator explains why this partnership with athletes will lessen the burden of player funding and has the ability to change the game for athletes starting out their pro journeys. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Novak Djokovic finally captured the gold medal, and broadcaster Mark Petchey recaps the Serbian's greatest triumph on this week's episode. Petchey explains how Djokovic is able to rise to the occasion time and time again, and what is next for the man who has now won it all. The TC commentator also breaks down Carlos Alcaraz's next step after this setback, and shares his thoughts on the career of Andy Murray, a man he coached for several years on tour. And Petchey reviews two title-winning performances in Washington D.C., as Sebastian Korda & Paula Badosa took home the hardwarde at the Citi Open. And then Andrea Petkovic brings her energy and insight to the podcast, fresh off of covering the tennis in Paris. Petkovic dives into everything from the Olympics including Qinwen Zheng's gold medal run, Donna Vekic's tremendous resilience, and the drama surrounding the American women. The broadcasting dynamo also examines the top storylines as tennis switches to the summer hard courts, including Jannik Sinner's form and Coco Gauff's forehand as she looks to replicate her fantastic 2023 campaign. And if you're looking for a thorough breakdown of the "Tennis Rom-Com" between the gold-medal winning Czech doubles team of Katerina Siniakova & Tomas Machac, you're in luck because Andrea Petkovic has you covered. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 Olympics are in full swing, and renowned sports journalist Candy Reid makes debut on the podcast to discuss all the tennis taking place in Paris. Reid discusses Iga Swiatek's sharp game on the clay, Novak Djokovic inching closer to that elusive gold medal, and whether Carlos Alcaraz or Alexander Zverev are built to go the distance. The CNN International reporter also exmaines Coco Gauff's early exit, Angie Kerber's brilliant run to finish her career, and how Andy Murray is keeping his playing days alive with help from doubles partner Dan Evans. Reid is as sharp as they come, and she looks back at her career journey from competitive junior tennis player to one of the most respected voices in the sports media industry. And then Abigail Johnson returns to the podcast to discuss all the happenings on the pro tours, with Matteo Berrettini still collecting titles on the clay. Johnson analyzes the potential of Lorenzo Musetti & Francisco Cerundolo after their epic final in Umag, and explains why 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva has all the star qualities after her first pro tournament win. The rising broadcaster also shares her thoughts on the Citi Open, with Aryna Sabalenka returning to action and Americans Frances & Ben Shelton looking to springboard their summer hard court seasons. And don't miss Johnson's take on the newest development in pro tennis: mic'd up doubles players! Hosted by Mitch Michals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one and only Robbie Koenig returns to the show to discuss a dramatic time in pro tennis, with Matteo Berrettini among several players to hoist a title. Koenig recaps the Italian player's triumph in Gstaad, a pair of first-time title winners in Marcos Giron & Nuno Borges, and the form that Rafael Nadal had in a run to the final in Bastad. The commentator also breaks down how Arthur Fils stood tall over Alexander Zverev in his home tournament, Diana Shnaider winning a title on all three surfaces in 2024, and why Ben Shelton has to work on one tricky area of his game to realize his full potential. And then Brett Connors joins from Connecticut, where he's producing Olympic tennis beginning on Saturday. Connors previews all of the top storylines in the Paris games, from Rafael Nadal & Carlos Alcaraz's potential as a doubles team to Andy Murray's final event of his career. The TC producer and host of the "Advantage Connors" podcast also assesses the women's field with Iga Swiatek as a prohibitive favorite on the Roland Garros courts, and he examines Novak Djokovic's pursuit of the only thing missing from his trophy case, an Olympic Gold Medal. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded episode of Inside-In this week, as two-time US Open champ Tracy Austin returns to the show to recap the 2024 Wimbledon Championships. Austin breaks down how Barbora Krejčíková went on the run of a lifetime in London, and how the Wimbledon winner along with finalist Jasmine Paolini and several others on the WTA are hitting their stride later in their careers. The TC commentator also analyzes how Carlos Alcaraz was able to defend his crown in London with a straight sets victory over Novak Djokovic, and forcasts what the future will look like for both men. The youngest inductee in the history of the International Tennis Hall of Fame also previews what to expect at this weekend's induction ceremony, and how future member Rafael Nadal has looked in his return to action. Then Dustin Fox, a former NFL player and current radio host for WKRK 92.3 in Cleveland, Ohio, joins the podcast to chat about how tennis is his newest passion in life. Fox fell in the love with the sport six years ago and he simply can't get enough, both playing and watching it on the Tennis Channel airwaves. Listen as Fox explains the aspects of the game he finds the most challenging & rewarding, while also providing a thorough breakdown of his own game. The Ohio State alumni dives into the pro game as well, discussing his favorite players and storylines to watch. And wrapping up this show we have an exclusive interview with Pablo Tellez, one of the top men's pickleball players in the world, and a new brand ambassador for Lotto Sport. Tellez details his introduction to tennis in Colombia, and how he found pickleball in the most random of ways. He breaks down the ins and outs of the game, how he manages his emotions on the court, and his experiences in the team setting, as a member of the MLP's Brooklyn Aces. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Lindsay Davenport is here, you know it's a big deal in the world of tennis. The Hall-of-Famer breaks down all the action at Wimbledon, where Elena Rybakina is serving her way towards another crown in London. Davenport discusses Donna Vekic's breakthrough to the semifinals in her 11th Wimbledon apperance, Jasmine Paolini's dream season continuing on the grass, and Barbora Krejcikova dismantling power players in consecutive matches. The current TC announcer also assesses the men's field, with defending champ Carlos Alcaraz rounding into form yet again. Davenport explains how Daniil Medvedev was able to stun world #1 Jannik Sinner in the quarterfinals, Novak Djokovic's perfect road to the semifinals, and how the 24-time major champ has had enough of how he's treated on the court. It's a fun chat with Lindsay Davenport, who also shares her thoughts on that first experience as the captain of the USA Billie Jean King Cup team. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barstool Hubbs returns to the podcast to break down all the action at the All England Club, as the Wimbledon Championships enter Week 2 with everything still up for grabs. Hubbs discusses Jannik Sinner's continued brilliance after he dispatched Ben Shelton, and why Carlos Alcaraz might be the best ticket in all of sports. He also breaks down a surging Tommy Paul, Alexander Zverev's grass court prospects, and why Taylor Fritz's handshake was one of the coolest moments of the fortnight. Hubbs also breaks down the women's draw, which was turned upside down after Emma Navarro upset #2 seed Coco Gauff in the fourth round. Is this now Elena Rybakina's tournament to win? Can Danielle Collins continue her dream season to remember? And just how improbable is this run from New Zealand's Lulu Sun? Listen to this episode of Inside-In with Barstool Hubbs for a thorough breakdown of Wimbledon. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tennis journalist Sam Jacot joins the show on-site at Wimbledon, as the crown jewel of tennis continues to rage on in London. Jacot recaps Jannik Sinner's hard-earned victory over Matteo Berrettini, and explains why Carlos Alcaraz remains the best ticket from a fan perspective in the game. The ATP writer also discusses the losses by seeded players Andrey Rublev and Casper Ruud, and the emergence of young Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. Jacott also dives into the large amount of comebacks from two sets down on the men's side, and assesses Iga Swiatek's comfort level on the grass. The writer caps off the show by listing some of his sleepers on the women's side and the upcoming matches he's looking forward to. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the new fresh faces in tennis media Anastasia Folorunso joins Inside-In to recap Day 1 of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships, which saw tons of drama-filled action. Folorunso reacts to Aryna Sabalenka's withdrawal from the tournament, and explains why Coco Gauff could be the one to seize the moment in London. The host of the "Ground Pass" Podcast also breaks down Frances Tiafoe's comeback from two sets down, and dives into what to expect from Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as they begin what appears to be very long Wimbledon campaigns. Folorunso also lists which players could be primed to make deep runs on the grass, and discusses the upcoming matches with the most excitment. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tennis.com Gambling Writer & VSIN contributer Zachary Cohen returns to the podcast to discuss all the storylines on the road to Wimbledon, with American Tommy Paul winning Queen's Club and becoming the top ranked American. Cohen breaks down Jannik Sinner's triumph in Halle, Alcaraz's stumble on the grass, and he recaps Jessica Pegula's return to the winner's circle in Berlin. And Cohen also dishes out who he's looking to back heading into Wimbledon next week. And then MLB Tonight host and veteran sportscaster Adnan Virk joins the show to recap the new documentary, "Federer: Twelve Final Days." An avid fan of the Swiss Maestro, Virk discusses how the film captured Roger Federer's final tournament as a pro player at the 2022 Laver Cup, his relationship with rival & friend Rafael Nadal, and how the film captured Federer on and off of the court. Virk also discusses Federer's impact on the game, and how the next generation of tennis superstars are following in his footsteps and carrying the torch for the sport. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the top coaches in tennis history returns to the podcast, as Paul Annacone stops by to discuss all the grass court action in Europe. Annacone recaps the title runs last weekend for Alex De Minaur and top British player Jack Draper, and explains why Carlos Alcaraz is phenomenal on this surface. The Tennis Channel commentator also dives into Jannik Sinner's new role as world #1, Ben Shelton and Sebastian Korda's potential to catch fire, and how Taylor Fritz has gotten more comfortable with his "average" game. Annacone also looks ahead to Wimbledon, and explains why Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff are on his list as potential champions at the All England Club. And digital creator/tennis influencer Eliza Wastcoat joins the show to discuss her path from being a Wimbledon ball kid to one of the prominent voices covering the sport. The content creator, also known as "Liza West," explains her rise on social media, and how she overcame her fears to find her voice and develop a large following. Wastcoat also dives into the fashion trends on both the men's and women's tours, and shares her experiences getting to interview several players at the Taste of Tennis event. She's one of the rising stars in tennis media, and we're delighted to have Eliza Wastcoat on this episode of Tennis Channel Inside-In. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roland Garros 2024 is in the books, and former Top 5 pro Greg Rusdeski returns to the show to discuss how Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek took home the trophies in Paris. The broadcaster analyzes how Alcaraz was able to his third major title, his place in the game as a bonafide superstar, and how his rivalry with new world #1 Jannik Sinner continues to heat up. Rusedski also examines how brilliant Iga Swiatek is on the clay, which players can contend with her during the rest of the WTA season, and if the Polish player will break Chris Evert's record of seven Roland Garros titles. And Rusedski explains why he's not counting out Novak Djokovic when he returns from injury, even if it's in this year's Olympic Games. And then Adam Walton joins the podcast for a conversation about his journey from a small town in Australia to becoming one of the Top 100 players in the world. Walton discusses his transition from college at the University of Tennessee to the professional ranks, where he started with no ranking points at all. The young player, who recently won his third Challenger title and qualified for the Wimbledon main draw, explains what areas of his game he's been working on and how he deals with the ups and downs of tennis. It's a fascinating chat with a player who worked relentlessly to become a legit pro, and is poised to keep climbing up the tennis ladder. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TV presenter/reporter Jenny Drummond joins the Inside-In Podcast to discuss the final stages of Roland Garros, with a new champion about to crowned on the men's side. Drummond recaps Novak Djokovic's withdrawal from the tournament due to a knee injury, and what the future might look like for the Serbian superstar. The commentator analyzes the level of tennis being played by Carlos Alcaraz & Jannik Sinner as they prepare for another showdown of epic proportions in the semifinal. And Drummond explains why Casper Ruud continues to make deep runs in Paris, and why Alexander Zverev may finally be ready to win his first major title. Drummond, who has worked for networks such as BBC Sport and TNT Sports, dissects how Iga Swiatek has taken her game to a new level in the past two rounds. The reporters previews her upcoming showdown with American Coco Gauff, and reacts Mirra Andreeva & Jasmine Paolini's improbable upset wins in the quarterfinals. Champions are about to be crowned at Roland Garros, and Jenny Drummond breaks it all down on this week's show. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tennis Channel's own Nico Pereira returns to Inside-In to recap a wild first week at Roland Garros, with some of the game's top players rounding into form on the clay. Pereira discusses Carlos Alcaraz flying under the radar, Daniil Medvedev's winning ways, and how players like Francisco Cerundolo and Casper Ruud find so much success on this surface. The former pro also dives into Novak Djokovic's status as the tournament progresses, and whether a sizable upset is brewing in the men's draw. And on the women's front, Pereira explains why Swiatek remains nearly invincible in Paris. He also chats about Aryna Sabalenka's consistency across all the majors, Mirra Andreeva's arrival on the main stage, and other players that can keep racking up the wins at Roland Garros. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roland Garros is underway, and Barstool Hubbs returns to the podcast to break down the first few days of action in France. Hubbs recaps the valiant effort Rafael Nadal put up in defeat against Alexander Zverev, disscusses the Spaniard's future, and assesses whether Alexander Zverev can go the distance in Paris. The Barstool Sports writer/host also anaylzes Novak Djokovic's form early, whether Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are ready to grab their first title, and explain why Ben Shelton is built for the hostile crowds at this major. Hubbs also examines the thrilling round two match that saw Iga Swiatek survive against Naomi Osaka, and explains why he expects more great tennis in the future for the Japanese megastar. Will Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina or somebody else challenge Swiatek in Paris? And which American will go the farthest in the men's draw. Those questions and more are answered an this episode of the Inside-In Podcast with Barstool Hubbs. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices