Best Eliot Davis Podcasts (2025)

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Texas A&M Men's Coach Steve Denton on Building the Aggies, Reaching Two Australian Open Finals And Coaching Vacherot, Rinderknech and Other Pros 45:37

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Texas A&M coach Steve Denton joins the podcast for a lengthy conversation about his time as the Texas A&M men's tennis coach, and he's built one of the premier programs in college tennis in the past two decades. Denton explains what he looks for in players, the value of teaching an all-court game, and why they've been able to churn out several pros…

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UL #121 Reed Brotherton- Whistles and Wins 1:01:40

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Reed Brotherton's journey to becoming a football official began in local Arizona leagues and progressed through college. He gained experience through grassroots officiating, attended clinics, and worked his way up the ranks, all while maintaining a career as a school administrator.

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John Lloyd on The Changes Tennis Should Make, Federer In The Hall of Fame and Davis Cup Reboot 43:40

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John Lloyd joins the podcast for an all-encompassing chat about the state of pro tennis, and how Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner continue to dominate the men's game. Lloyd examines the depth at the top of the sport, and explains why he's in favor of eliminating Best of 5 matches entirely. The former British No. 1 also reacts to Roger Federer's sel…

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Patrick Kypson on Winning The USTA's Australian Open Wild Card Challenge, Overcoming Adversity, and His North Carolina Roots 33:25

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Patrick Kypson joins the podcast to recap his sensational second half of the 2025 season, which included four Challenger Titles after a career-high ranking. Kypson recounts how he was able to lock in and win the USTA's Australian Open Wild Card Challenge, which gives him a spot in the main draw at next year's slam in Melbourne. The American explain…

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Sinner Bests Alcaraz To Win The ATP Finals, Djokovic's 2026 and Who's Next With Steve Flink 48:18

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The 2025 season is over, and Hall of Famer writer Steve Flink joins the show to recap the ATP Finals and the year's top storylines. Flink analyzes how Jannik Sinner was able to defeat Carlos Alcaraz in Turin, and explains why the Italian is so tough to beat on indoor hard courts. The journalist examines the Italian's commitment to evolve, the gap b…

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UL #120 Dave Yeast - The many jobs of Dave Yeast 1:01:21

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Enjoy as we sit down with Dave Yeast to dive into his incredible journey across the world of sports officiating. From his work in NCAA football replay to his role as a college baseball supervisor and his new job training NFL replay officials, Dave shares insights, stories, and behind-the-scenes perspectives you won’t want to miss.…

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Eliot Spizzirri On A Breakthrough Season, Practicing With Federer and Following His Fellow Americans 48:32

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Eliot Spizzirri appears on this episode of the podcast to discuss his path to the pros, and how he has able to have a breakthrough season in 2025 and reach his career high ranking. Spizzirri recounts when his junior tennis career got serious, his crucial development years in college with the Texas Longhorns, and the unforgettable experience practic…

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Recapping The 2025 Tennis Season With Nick McCarvel: From Nadal's Goodbye, To The Alcaraz/Sinner Era And WTA Excellence 48:38

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Journalist and Host Nick McCarvel joins the podcast for thorough discussion about the 2025 tennis season, and his many roles covering the game. McCarvel explains the differences at each of the four tennis majors, and looks back at the emotional tribute to Rafael Nadal at this year's Roland Garros. The journalist also shares his thoughts on the Sinn…

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UL #119 Bobby Wright - OG BOBBY WRIGHT 1:22:13

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Welcome Bobby Wright to the Lounge, where he shares his incredible football journey.

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Nick Monroe on Rybakina's WTA Finals Triumph, Title No. 1 For Tien and No. 101 For Djokovic 38:34

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Nick Monroe joins the podcast to recap Elena Rybakina's dominant triumph at the WTA Finals, where she won every match to claim the final title of the women's season. Monroe also breaks down how Novak Djokovic was able to battle past Lorenzo Musetti in Athens, and the the 24-time major champion's subsequent decision to withdraw from the ATP Finals. …

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Richsport Co-Founder Sarah Koudouzian On Her Journey From Competitive Player To Starting A Tennis Fashion Company 51:14

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Sarah Koudouzian joins the podcast to discuss her life in tennis, from competitive junior tennis player to co-founder of the fashion brand Richsport, which is quickly becoming one of the most popular fashion brands in the game. Koudouzian shares her stories from playing and the unfortunate injury that ended her dream, and dives into how she moved i…

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ATP Finals Preview With Greg Rusedski: Will It Be A Sinner/Alcaraz Showdown In Turin? Or Will Djokovic And The Rest Have Something To Say? 36:04

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Former Top 10 player Greg Rusedski joins the podcast to preview the 2025 ATP Finals, as the game's very best head to Turin to battle for tennis supremacy. Rusedski discusses Novak Djokovic's form in Athens as the Serbian ponders whether he will play in Italy, and the analyst weighs whether Djokovic can have success in 2025 and beyond. The broadcast…

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Gigi Fernandez on Her Road to The Hall of Fame, 17 Doubles Majors. and Creating The Tennis For Hope Foundation 46:47

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One of the most accomplished doubles players of all-time Gigi Fernandez joins the show to discuss her journey tennis stardom, and she continues to use tennis for good in society. Fernandez explains how she discovered her gift in Puerto Rico, the decision to attend college, and eventually why she transitioned to the pros. The Hall of Famer reflects …

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Sinner Reclaims No. 1 in Paris, Auger-Aliassime Pushes For Turin and Analyzing The WTA Finals With Bradley Klahn 44:17

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Bradley Klahn joins the show to recap Jannik Sinner's run to the Paris Masters Title, and the Italian's improbable return to the No. 1 Ranking on the ATP. Klahn breaks down Felix Auger Aliassime's elite performance indoors, and his decision to rest during the final week as his battle with Lorenzo Musetti for the final spot at the ATP Finals hangs i…

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The Bridge Podcast. Episode 038. Business or Personal 1:06:22

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Is there a difference between business and personal?By Eliot Davis

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UL #118 Joan Powell - SERVING IT ALL 1:07:40

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The UNOFFICIAL Lounge is honored to have a legend in the world of volleyball join us today: Joan Powell. A multi-hall of-famer, Joan's career has spanned over five decades, with extraordinary accomplishments as a player, coach, official, and administrator at every level of the sport. From winning national championships as a player to leading teams …

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Fonseca's Breakthrough In Basel, Sinner Defeats Zverev In Vienna And More With ATP Writer Sam Jacot 44:30

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ATP writer Sam Jacot joins the podcast to recap Joao Fonseca's biggest title to date in Basel, and explains why the Brazilian teenager is making strides to become a generational superstar. Jacot breaks down Jannik Sinner's narrow victory over Alexander Zverev in Vienna, assessing Zverev's level and Sinner's decision to re-invent parts of his game. …

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Content Creator Conor Casey's Path from Coach to Social Media Powerhouse, Teaching Tennis with Comedy and His NCAA Experience 39:34

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Conor Casey joins the podcast for a conversation about how he developed his passion for tennis in Canada, and how he found his calling creating humorous and informative content about the game online. The coach discusses his own career playing junior tennis and at the NCAA level at Ohio State, and explains when and why he began making videos. Casey …

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Wim Fissette on Carving Out A Coaching Career, Swiatek's Brilliant Wimbledon Run and Guiding Several Of The Game's Greats 46:31

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One of the most accomplished coaches in pro tennis joins this episode of The Inside-In Podcast, as Wim Fissette discusses his path from playing the sport in Belgium to coaching seven different major title runs and counting. Fissette recounts his time working with Kim Clijsters during her extraordinary comeback, and how he developed his own style wh…

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UL #117 Steve Strimling - Whistles and Insights 44:46

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In this episode, we sit down with veteran college football official Steve Strimling, who’s stepping into a new role as a rules analyst for Big Ten Network broadcasts. With decades of experience officiating at the collegiate level, Strimling shares insights on what fans can expect from his on-air analysis, how he approaches breaking down controversi…

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Titles For Medvedev, Ruud and Auger-Aliassime + The Race For The Tour Finals With Candy Reid 45:59

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Tennis commentator Candy Reid appears on this episode to recap some terrific action in the pro game, which saw some familiar ATP faces return to the winner's circle. Reid analyzes how Daniil Medvedev was able to notch his first title in over two years, and how Casper Ruud and Felix Auger Aliassime secured indoor hard court titles and remain alive i…

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Fast Track Tennis CEO and Founder John Davey on The Training Tool That's Changing The Game 34:18

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Fast Track Tennis is a training tool that feeds balls at a quicker and more precise pace than ever before. Hear from the founder and CEO John Davey, who joined the podcast to explain how this product came to be, and how he used his own backstory as a self-taught tennis player to shape it's development. Davey covers several topics about Fast Track T…

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UL #116 Christian Watson- The Muscle Ref 56:07

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We’re excited to have Christian Watson. From the hardwood to the gridiron and beyond, Christian’s journey is one that truly stands out in the world of officiating. Becoming an NCAA official in not just one, but three different sports is a rare feat—and we’re here to dive into how it all happened. We’ll talk about the hustle, the discipline, the men…

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Robbie Koenig On Valentin Vacherot's Life-Changing Run, A Family Affair In Shanghai And Coco Gauff's Wuhan Win 44:18

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Robbie Koenig returns to the podcast to recap all the action he called at The Shanghai Masters, which saw qualifier Valentin Vacherot complete a life-changing run and win the most unlikely Masters Title ever. Koenig explains how Vacherot put it all together and seized the moment in China, and reacts to the spectacle of his match in the final vs. hi…

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Sports Science With Dr. Mark Kovacs: The Anatomy Of a Serve, And Why Tennis Players Are The Most Well-Rounded Athletes 56:28

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Dr. Mark Kovacs joins the podcast for a conversation about his path from tennis player to high-performance expert, and his career at the forefront of training elite athletes. Kovacs explains how he transitioned into the world of player development, and makes the case for tennis players being the most well-rounded athletes in the sporting world. The…

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Pam Shriver on Anisimova's Beijing Title, Djokovic's Desire and The WTA Being In A Great Place 50:36

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Stan Smith And Gary Niebur On Their Book "Winning Trust," And The Staying Power Of A Sneaker Icon 43:43

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Tennis Hall of Famer Stan Smith and his business partner Gary Niebur join the podcast to discuss their book, "Winning Trust: How To Create The Moments That Matter." The co-authors explain how they became business partners and used the lessons that tennis taught them to teach people in all walks of life, and dive into the core ingredients they use t…

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UL #115 Rick Jackson- Consistency in Review 54:26

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Welcome to the Unofficial Lounge, Rick Jackson! Grab a seat, relax, and enjoy the conversation. We're thrilled to have someone with your deep expertise in the room — from the Big 12 replay booth to your leadership across the CIP (Coastal, Ivy, and Patriot leagues), your perspective on officiating, technology, and the game itself is truly invaluable…

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CoCo Vandeweghe on Fritz's Confidence, Team Competitions, Gauff Competitiveness and Playing Tennis With Dirk 44:53

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CoCo Vandeweghe doesn't pull any punches when it comes to giving her takes, and she joins the show the discuss several of the top storylines in the pro game. Vandeweghe discusses the parallels that tennis has with golf's Ryder Cup, and explains why managing your schedule is crucial at this point in the grueling season. The former Top 10 player brea…

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The Athletic's Matt Futterman on Covering The Laver Cup, Alcaraz As A Global Superstar and Embracing Rowdy Tennis Crowds 43:47

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Journalist Matt Futterman returns to the podcast to give his review of The Laver Cup, having covered the spectacle for The Athletic in San Francisco. The writer discusses Carlos Alcaraz assuming the role of global superstar, Jannik Sinner's humble approach to success, and why The US Open realizes they have struck gold with their new Mixed Doubles e…

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Mark Knowles on Pegula's US Open Run, Team World's Laver Cup Triumph and Consistent Bublik 41:33

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He's a former Doubles No. 1, a commentator and coach to one of the best WTA players in the world. Mark Knowles joins the podcast to recap Jessica Pegula's run to the US Open semifinals, and explain what it was like coaching the American during her home slam. Knowles also explains how Taylor Fritz and Alex De Minaur were able to lead Team World to a…

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UL #114 Dean Blandino -Replay Rumble 1:12:18

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Dean Blandino is back in the unofficial lounge, and this time, he's diving into two intriguing topics: NCAA replay and the New York Knicks. As a former NFL Vice President of Officiating and a well-known rules analyst, Blandino brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the discussion on NCAA replay. He'll explore how technology and official review…

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Brad Stine on Tommy Paul's Turbulent 2025, an Epic US Open Night Match, and ATP Coaching Insights 53:17

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Brad Stine's been a premier ATP coach for several decades with players such as Jim Courier, and he joins the podcast to discuss an eventful season working with American star Tommy Paul. Stine reveals how the pair overcame health and other odd circumstances to churn out some good results, and recounts that epic night match at The US Open where Paul …

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Laver Cup Preview with Amy Lundy: Agassi leads Fritz and Team World vs. Alcaraz and Team Europe 37:29

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Amy Lundy joins to discuss The 2025 Laver Cup, as the very best players in men's tennis battle for bragging rights in San Francisco. Lundy dives into the history of this new popular event, and why introducing Andre Agassi and Yannick Noah as captains is another huge addition to the team competition. The journalist looks at whether Carlos Alcaraz ca…

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UL #113 Eliot Davis- Dribbling through Difficulties 59:18

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Please welcome basketball coach, personal development coach, and public speaker Eliot Davis to the UNOFFICIAL Lounge as he shares his story and inspiration. You can find Eliot on his YouTube channel: @EliotDavisSpeaks and his website: https://eliotdavisspeaks.com/

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Sandra Zaniewska On Working With Marta Kostyuk, Mic'd Up Coaches and Why There's No Predicting Life On Tour 39:25

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WTA coach Sandra Zaniewska joins the podcast for a great conversation about life on tour, as she has guided Marta Kostyuk to another successful season. Zaniewska reveals how the pair have handled the ups and downs of a grueling tennis season, and why having continuity is a valuable tool at the pro level. The coach also gives her thoughts on coaches…

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The Bridge Podcast. Episode 037. World Views 1:03:05

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World ViewsBy Eliot Davis

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Molly McElwee on Her Book, "Building Champions: Paths to Success In Women's Tennis" 50:07

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Journalist Molly McElwee is the guest on this episode, and she discusses the book she wrote that highlights the different champions that the WTA has produced in the 21st century, and just how unique and different each story is. In "Building Champions: Paths to Success in Women's Tennis," McElwee highlights how there is not one set method to produce…

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Recapping Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka's US Open Glory With Jimmy Arias 44:36

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Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka claimed the trophies at The US Open, and former Top-5 player Jimmy Arias joins the podcast to explain how the major champions achieved their dreams in New York. Arias dives into Alcaraz's serving success, how he's improved his consistency and why he is the only person on the planet that is giving Jannik Sinner ser…

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UL #112 Frank Szczepanik- From Field to Screen 58:29

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Welcome back, Frank Szczepanik, as we dive into a discussion about his various roles at the NFL replay office and his contributions to the USFL and B1G command center. Frank brings a wealth of experience and insights from his diverse engagements in the world of football. His expertise in managing and analyzing game-day operations has been pivotal i…

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The Bridge Podcast. Episode 036. Relationships! 1:00:18

3M ago1:00:18

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The good bad and ugly of relationshipsBy Eliot Davis

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Osaka and Anisimova Shine, Djokovic Gets Alcaraz and More From The US Open With Chris Oddo 44:20

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We've reached the semifinal round at the US Open, and journalist Chris Oddo joins the podcast to break down all the drama in New York. The TennisNow and USOpen.org writer recaps Novak Djokovic's quarterfinal win over Taylor Fritz, and explains how the Serbian legend continues to reach the business end of slams at age 38. Oddo dives into the brillia…

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UL #111 Tyree Walton - The Jet 1:13:11

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Join us as #NFL Back Judge Tyree Walton takes us on his inspiring journey from delivering pizzas to officiating on the field! Discover how passion and dedication propelled him into the world of professional sports officiating, where only the top 1% make it. From humble beginnings to the big leagues, Tyree's story is a testament to perseverance and …

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Osaka Emerges, Sinner Is Unconscious and Novak vs. Fritz at The US Open with Barstool Hubbs 43:12

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Barstool Hubbs joins the podcast to discuss Week 2 at The US Open, where the action has heated up and the matches have featured some serious firepower. Hubbs reacts to Jannik Sinner's brilliance in the 4th Round, and assesses Carlos Alcaraz's chances to stop his Italian rival. The Barstool Sports contributor also discusses Taylor Fritz's role as th…

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US Open Heats Up: Townsend/Ostapenko Drama, Coco Gauff Battles On and More With Lukas Weese 38:37

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The US Open rages on, and journalist Lukas Weese joins the show to recap all the action from New York. The Athletic Live Reporter discusses the tense exchange between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko, Tommy Paul's late night victory, and Coco Gauff's ability to fight through her service woes. Weese also explains why knocking off Jannik Sinner a…

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US Open Round 1 Reactions with Anastasia Folorunso: Eala Roars, Medvedev Crashes Out and Djokovic Returns 57:05

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The 2025 US Open is underway, and Mitch is joined by Anastasia Folorunso to break down all of the early action. The host of the "Ground Pass" podcast reacts to the Alexandra Eala's comeback win, Renata Zarazua pulling off a stunning upset over Madison Keys, and Daniil Medvedev's antics in a losing effort vs Benjamin Bonzi. Folorounso also dives int…

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The Bridge Podcast. Episode 035. Men's mental health 51:38

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Discussing men's mental health and the importance of speaking about it!By Eliot Davis

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Alcaraz and Swiatek Take Cincinnati, Sinner Feels The Heat and The US Open Lurks With Leif Shiras 47:42

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Leif Shiras returns to the show to recap the Cincinnati Open, which saw Carlos Alcaraz outlast the heat as Jannik Sinner retired in the final. Shiras weighs on the brutal Midwest conditions, what it means for Sinner as he heads to the year's final major, and how this title can give Alcaraz the boost he needs. The broadcaster also explains what make…

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The Bridge Podcast. Episode 034. The importance of therapy! 1:17:05

4M ago1:17:05

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The importance of therapy!By Eliot Davis

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USTA Coaching: The Groundbreaking Platform's CEO Craig Morris and Managing Director Megan Rose 31:58

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We have a special interview on the podcast, on the launch day of a brand new tennis initiative that will elevate the game at all levels. USTA Coaching is the groundbreaking platform invests, educates, supports and rewards coaches at all levels, and we are delighted to be joined by CEO Craig Morris and Managing Director/Head of Business Development …