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Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast

Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter
Tennis
Wimbledon
Australian Open
Carlos Alcaraz
Roland Garros
US Open
Iga Swiatek
Coco Gauff
Novak Djokovic
Naomi Osaka
Jannik Sinner
Taylor Fritz
Grand Slam
Davis Cup
Tennis Fashion
Indian Wells
Lorenzo Musetti
WTA
Aryna Sabalenka
Daniil Medvedev

Ground Pass is a tennis podcast for curious newcomers and longtime followers alike. We cover the sport from a non-technical point of view. Anastasia is your guide to what it’s like to experience tournaments in person, with insight into the fashion and culture around tennis, while Nick is our resident history buff. We keep things fun and light because it’s just tennis, and tennis should be enjoyed ... more

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Latest Episodes

Ben Shelton beat Frances Tiafoe and Alexander Zverev beat Karen Khachanov to set the men's final. Aryna Sabalenka went through Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina came through Coco Gauff to set the women's. Ian joins Anastasia to recap the quarterfinal... more

Qinwen Zheng came back from 5-0 down for the second straight match, Tiafoe remains undefeated on Armstrong, and the ticket market at the US Open is in free fall.

US Open Round 3 Recap: youtu.be/P0PYAjyTDbE?si=BlBESdwZntSxyx6e 

Anastasia and... more

Eala and Jović opened the Ashe night session while Naomi Osaka played Armstrong. We recap US Open round three from the grounds, on the worst day for the Americans.

▶ Round 2 Recap: youtu.be/9rBDwwJCLXw?si=3ELLEmErZaPO5uTW 

Anastasia is join... more

Round two recap with Ian Mondul. The influencer debate at Ashe, the prediction market partnership, Sabalenka's press conferences, and the outside courts.

Watch next: US Open Round One Recap → youtu.be/2HuFYysvopo?si=cNp4QuN-YnELAvKD 

Anasta... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Ng
Founder/creator of Forty Love Studio, tennis storyteller
Forty Love Studio
Episode: Tennis Has a Storytelling Problem (ft. Ryan Ng of Forty Love Studio)
Chris Eubanks
Professional tennis player and ESPN commentator
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Episode: Tennis Media, Explained: Who Owns the Sport (with Chris Eubanks)
Christine Luna
Reporter known as Luna Tick at Large who sent a voice memo from Berlin
Luna Tick at Large
Episode: Serena Williams is playing singles at Wimbledon and Frances Tiafoe and Fransisco Cerundolo win their biggest titles
Edward Schmidt
Writer of The Open Era
Author
Episode: Rome Wraps, Roland Garros Opens, and the Book Bringing Sexy Back to Tennis
Rachel Sayre
Listener who attended Barcelona Open and provided a voice memo
Ground Pass audience member
Episode: Clay Season Is Here. Sinner vs Alcaraz, Vacherot’s Monte Carlo Run, and Lilli Tagger’s Breakthrough
Christian Basnight
Tennis content creator/reporter
Christian's Court
Episode: Why the Charleston Open Feels Different
Alvin Owusu
Host of The Best of Three Podcast
The Best of Three
Episode: Why the Charleston Open Feels Different
Ava Wallace
Tennis writer for The Athletic
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Bob Moran
Tournament director, BMOC Sports Entertainment
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Episode: Why the Charleston Open Feels Different

Hosts

Anastasia
Host of Ground Pass, guides listeners through tennis culture, on-site experiences, and fan-focused storytelling.
Nick
Co-host with a historical lens, often provides background and context to events and narratives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • A Wonderful Overview of Tennis!

    In the last year or so I have begun to follow tennis more closely and watch tournaments that are not just grand slams. I was looking for a good tennis podcast to guide me and I’m really glad I found this one. Nick and Anastasia really enjoy tennis and it shows through their episodes. I like the following of storylines as well as their explanations of how rankings and qualifying for tournaments work, especially at the end of 2025. Thank you guys for the work you put into making the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GIGÍ2
    United States10 months ago
  • Fan- focused fun and facts

    Anastasia and Nick have become a permanent fixture in my podcast list - great to have a more fan-based perspective … realities of attending different events + interviews with not do obvious people in the tennis scene

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrsmagiffin
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Ciao tutti

    Really enjoyed your RG coverage. I personally thought the US Open night match between Capriati and Henin was one of the most compelling matches I have ever seen. 2003.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hola todos!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Loving Ground Pass

    Hello, just discovered the Ground Pass podcast, and I’m loving the subjects and questions that you ask.

    Many of the questions I’ve asked in my head – but possibly thought that I should already know the answer.

    Very accessible and not assuming that people have been to lots of tennis tournaments. When Nick said that he’d never been to the US it made a connection, as there must be loads of tennis fans who also haven’t been there.

    Really liking the mix of knowledge between Anastasia & Nick. Ke... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Peter Magnus
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Feel good tennis pod

    I think rolled up shorts look like diapers, too! Thanks for awesome outfit rundown- Anastasia - you are awesome. Sep24: Love your pod- i’m a newbie so it’s very very helpful and not just helpful but you are inviting people to start following the sport- like opening the front door and rolling out a plushy welcome mat. And you’re not snarky and you don’t dwell on things you don’t like, and this is a good pod where if the results aren’t going the way that I want them to I can still listen to you... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hit M Hi
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts balance knowledge with warmth and approachability.
Overall high-quality coverage with accessible, fan-friendly vibes.
Listeners appreciate practical insights for attending events and understanding tennis media.
Guests and topics are varied, keeping episodes fresh and engaging.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#32
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#33
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#37
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#47
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#100
Germany/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#18
Israel/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Rome Wraps, Roland Garros Opens, and the Book Bringing Sexy Back to Tennis
Q: What sparked Edward Schmidt to write The Open Era?
Edward explains the book grew from his interest in mental health, a desire to tell a coming-of-age romance within tennis, and a wish to explore what it's like for an openly gay male player to navigate the Grand Slam spotlight.
Meet the Professionals. Mike Cation on Challenger Tennis, Commentary, and Careers
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to work in tennis?
Find the nearest professional tournament, volunteer, and get involved in every aspect to build relationships.
February Is the Best Month in Tennis (And We Can Prove It)
Q: What are your thoughts on the current state of 250 tournaments and the rumors about their reduction?
It's a concerning idea; taking away 250s limits opportunities for lower-ranked players and local engagement with pro tennis.
February Is the Best Month in Tennis (And We Can Prove It)
Q: Did you get to watch any of the tennis that was happening in Delray Beach, or were you just following me vicariously through social media?
Mostly following you vicariously through social media, but I turned on a couple of matches and watched some exciting moments.
Meet the Professionals: Brad Stine on Coaching Courier, Building Tommy Paul, and Modern Tennis Coaching
Q: What advice do you have for someone getting into coaching?
Brad advises aspiring coaches to start at the junior level, work with young players, and gradually build their way up to tour coaching.

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Ground Pass delivers a lively, approachable take on the tennis world, blending on-site tour reporting with culture, fashion, and fan experience. Episodes frequently explore event atmospheres, media access, storytelling in tennis, and the evolving dynamics of tours and schedules, often guided by Anastasia's ground-level perspective and Nick's historian's lens. Notable strengths include accessible explanations of how the sport operates for newcomers, a strong emphasis on fan and cultural context, and a willingness to experiment with live formats, guests, and book-centered conversations that broaden tennis storytelling beyond highlights.

A standout among tennis shows for keeping discussions fun and relatable, it tends to feature a mix of play... more

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7. Alvin Owusu
8. Ava Wallace

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