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Advantage Connors

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Tennis
Carlos Alcaraz
Jannik Sinner
Novak Djokovic
Wimbledon
Golf
Australian Open
US Open
Rafael Nadal
Roland Garros
Alexander Zverev
Iga Swiatek
Djokovic
French Open
Olympics
Aryna Sabalenka
Indian Wells
Alcaraz
Coco Gauff
Miami Open

Advantage Connors is an ongoing conversation between Tennis legend Jimmy Connors & Brett Connors. Follow along as they cover the worlds of tennis & gambling on a weekly basis along with whatever else pops into their head that day. Jimmy Connors is a tennis legend having played professionally for over 30 years. His record 109 ATP tournament wins still stands today, & includes 8 grand slam singles t... more

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Latest Episodes

• Alcaraz Wins Paris Over Shelton: Jimmy and Brett break down Carlos Alcaraz’s dominant run to capture the Paris Masters title, highlighting his tactical masterclass and how he handled Ben Shelton’s explosive game down the stretch.

The Ferrero-Shelt... more

On this week’s episode of Advantage Connors, Jimmy & Brett Connors break down a massive week across the ATP Tour as the race to the ATP Finals reaches a fever pitch!

JC Ferrero to coach Shelton: Former coach of Carlos Alcaraz and world #1 JC Ferrero... more

Jimmy & Brett recording a pod before Brett's road trip to Oregon. They discuss Djokovic's win in Beijing (his 102nd career title), Alcaraz's victory in Tokyo, & Zverev clinching the year-end number one ranking.

Medvedev's on-court behavior resulting... more

Jimmy and Brett are back breaking down the latest in the tennis world. This week the duo digs into Team Europe’s Laver Cup victory in London and whether the event can ever reach the prestige of the Ryder Cup. They also break down Medvedev’s clutch wi... more

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Recent Guests

Spencer Segura
Special guest, tennis professional/analyst
Episode: Zverev wins US Open, Shelton getting closer, Rybakina is US Open champ & #1, Sabalenka comes up short again
Mike Lupica
Tennis writer for the New York Daily News, long-time observer and author
New York Daily News
Episode: Alcaraz looks sharp, American men's chances , memories of 91 w Mike Lupica
Dr. Richard Scheinberg
Orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine
Orthopedic practice (as discussed on show)
Episode: Medical timeout: From the Tour to Your Local Club w Dr Richard Scheinberg
Aubree Connors
Daughter of Jimmy Connors, producer and assistant in Florida
Episode: Aubree Connors visits for Thanksgiving
Mike Tyson
Former heavyweight boxing champion, cannabis entrepreneur
Tyson Ranch
Episode: Mike Tyson throwback interview
Danielle Collins
Current WTA top ten player, sixth in the race to Riyadh.
WTA Tour
Episode: Danielle Collins conversation
Pete Rose
A legendary baseball player known for his competitive spirit and all-time hits leader in MLB history.
Major League Baseball
Episode: Pete Rose Conversation
Sam Bayne
Longtime friend and former director of operations for Jeanie Buss
Real estate agent
Episode: Wimbledon preview & Sam Bayne Interview
Casey Defranco
Author and family friend
Episode: Casey Defranco interview

Hosts

Jimmy Connors
Tennis legend, former world No. 1 and winner of eight Grand Slam singles titles
Brett Connors
Tennis Channel producer with 15 years of live tennis production experience

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 310 ratings
  • Jimmy is tennis

    Love hearing Jimmy on tennis….. should be on the broadcast team for at least the US open! One of the all time greats for sure!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkSad
    Canada5 months ago
  • Volumes

    Apr 2 episode w Spencer, can hardly hear him. Had to keep going up/down w Vol, annoying. Regular listener. Excellent content, thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjenm9
    Canada6 months ago
  • Volumes

    Apr 2 episode w Spencer, can hardly hear him. Had to keep going up/down w Vol, annoying. Regular listener. Excellent content, thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjenm9
    Canada7 months ago
  • US Open & Pat Rooney

    I loved listening to both of you talk about the excitement of the US Open. I was a ball girl at the US Open in 1984 (I was 17). I was with Pat Rooney when we ran into Jimmy in the tunnel leading to the Grandstand court. I will never forget how nice Jimmy was—-kind and gracious, stopping to talk to an 80 year old man who had dedicated his life to NYC tennis even though he was heading out to play a grand slam match! I have never forgotten the beautiful exchange I witnessed and always wanted to te... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SanLuisObispoKathy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pet Peeves

    Brett you’ve gone quiet on the politics. A lil mum on Musk Trump and Epstein. Let us have your analysis. DOGE, Musk’s famous salute. Jan 6. Elon fingering Trump on Epstein. Hypocrisy. Discuss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    80'sVillager
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Reviews praise the blend of current tournament analysis, tennis history, interviews and occasional discussion of other sports.
Listeners value Jimmy Connors's firsthand perspective, direct opinions and stories from his playing career.
The father-and-son dynamic, relaxed banter and Brett's questions are a recurring part of the appeal.
Some listeners report inconsistent volume levels that make it difficult to hear guests or follow the audio.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#16
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#16
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#21
Germany/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#23
Italy/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#26
Australia/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alcaraz looks sharp, American men's chances , memories of 91 w Mike Lupica
Q: What drew you to tennis at the beginning?
Bud Collins introduced him to the sport when Lupica was young, and he started attending tournaments, which sparked his passion and commitment to tennis.
Fritz wins DC, Eala mania is here, Jodar continues rise, plus listener questions
Q: Julie Diamond asks how Jimmy managed nerves playing in front of large crowds.
Jimmy emphasizes confidence, preparation, and the philosophy his grandmother taught him about not letting nerves overwhelm performance, focusing on warm-ups and staying in control of the moment.
Fritz wins DC, Eala mania is here, Jodar continues rise, plus listener questions
Q: Zachary Rosen said, hi, Mr. Connors, what are your memories of the 1971 NCAA Championship from South Bend, Indiana?
Jimmy recalls UCLA's strong, deep squad and the challenge of competing as a freshman, sharing how the NCAA run involved both singles and doubles and how intense that tournament was for his development.
Roland Garros 2026 Preview
Q: How do you expect Sinner's path to the French Open to unfold given the draw?
The consensus is that Sinner has a strong path to the final, but the five-set clay format and the potential pressure from other top players on the other side of the draw could introduce variability; Djokovic, Zverev, and others could challenge depending on form and matchups.
Alcaraz & Ferrero part ways, Rune's rehab, Koepka returning to PGA
Q: Was your serve harder using a larger headed racket?
I had to generate more power myself, as it didn't help with the trampoline effect like the T2000.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Advantage Connors

What is Advantage Connors about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations about professional tennis, including tournament results, player form, coaching, tactics, injuries, betting angles and the changing demands of the tour. Jimmy Connors brings firsthand experience as a former champion, while Brett Connors adds a broadcaster's perspective and questions shaped by his work in live tennis production. Their father-and-son conversations mix current analysis with stories from Jimmy's career, memories of major matches and relaxed discussion of family life, travel, golf and other sports. Occasional guests from tennis, sports media and related fields add specialist views and personal stories. The format is informal and candid rather than a formal interview or technical breakdown, making it a fit for... more

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1. Spencer Segura
2. Mike Lupica
3. Dr. Richard Scheinberg
4. Aubree Connors
5. Mike Tyson
6. Danielle Collins
7. Pete Rose
8. Sam Bayne

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