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Tales from Tennis

Sam Jacot & Jerome Coombe
Tennis
Wimbledon
Carlos Bernardes
Tennis Tour
Alcaraz
Sinner
Australian Open
US Open
Brazil
Agassi
Sampras
Nadal
Djokovic
Challenger Tour
Andy Murray
Grand Slam Tournaments
Tennis Journalism
Holger Rune
Roland Garros
Rafael Nadal

Hosted by reporters Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe, Tales from Tennis takes listeners behind the curtain of professional tennis. Each week, the show features players, coaches, broadcasters, journalists and other insiders, sharing their journeys, stories from the road, and a unique perspective on life inside the game. New episodes every Wednesday. The podcast is independently produced and not affiliat... more

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In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe are joined by broadcaster and commentator Abigail Johnson, who has covered everything from ATP Challenger events to Grand Slams.

Abigail reflects on witnessing the rise of some of the game's biggest stars... more

In this episode, Sam Jacot sits down with Jordanian tennis player Abdullah Shelbayh, one of the most exciting young players on the ATP Challenger Tour, who has trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy since the age of 14.

Shelbayh reflects on his journey f... more

In this on-site special episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with Taylor Fritz, Jenson Brooksby, Daniel Altmaier and Rajeev Ram in Eastbourne to hear their stories in the game.

The guests reflect on defining moments from their careers, from... more

In this third on-site episode from the Lexus Ilkley Open, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with a range of Top 150 players competing during the grass-court season, bringing together stories from behind the scenes of the tennis world as the road t... more

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Recent Guests

Abigail Johnson
Broadcaster and commentator with a long-tenured presence in tennis media
Tennis broadcasting (various outlets)
Episode: Abigail Johnson: Behind the scenes with Joao Fonseca, Aryna Sabalenka & life on the microphone
Abdullah Shelbayh
Jordanian number one tennis player, trained at the Rafael Nadal Academy
Rafael Nadal Academy / Jordan
Episode: Abdullah Shelbayh: Rafael Nadal's influence, from Jordan to the ATP Tour
Taylor Fritz
American tennis player, top seed discussions ahead of Wimbledon
Episode: Taylor Fritz on Wimbledon chances, Daniel Altmaier's message to Alexander Zverev & more
Jenson Brooksby
American tennis player, known for breakthrough results and on-court style
Episode: Taylor Fritz on Wimbledon chances, Daniel Altmaier's message to Alexander Zverev & more
Daniel Altmaier
German tennis player, rising on grass with Dustin Brown as coach
Episode: Taylor Fritz on Wimbledon chances, Daniel Altmaier's message to Alexander Zverev & more
Rajeev Ram
American doubles specialist, 4 majors with Joe Salisbury
Episode: Taylor Fritz on Wimbledon chances, Daniel Altmaier's message to Alexander Zverev & more
Darwin Blanch
18-year-old next-gen American player on the rise
United States
Episode: Player Special: Beating Serena Williams, training with Carlos Alcaraz and Wimbledon runs
Lulu Sun
Wimbledon 2024 finalist, college tennis background
Switzerland
Episode: Player Special: Beating Serena Williams, training with Carlos Alcaraz and Wimbledon runs
Viktorija Golubic
Swiss player, Wimbledon quarter-finalist, strong grass-court pedigree
Switzerland
Episode: Player Special: Beating Serena Williams, training with Carlos Alcaraz and Wimbledon runs

Hosts

Sam Jacot
Host of Tales from Tennis; freelance tennis reporter on many episodes; co-host.
Jerome Coombe
Co-host of Tales from Tennis; frequent on-site host and interviewer.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Super podcast

    I hope they can get Eoin Power on this show, he’s excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tennis fan123
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Super interesting and insightful podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OH_99
    United Kingdom6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Great for listeners who want behind-the-scenes access to tennis life.
Professional and insightful coverage that blends player stories with practical tour insights.
On-site perspective adds authentic, grass-roots context to major events.
Guests are varied and bring deep expertise, from coaching to media to analytics.
Production quality and interview depth are consistently strong, making complex topics accessible.

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Apple Podcasts
#92
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#151
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#44
Italy/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#135
France/Sports/Tennis

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Abdullah Shelbayh: Rafael Nadal's influence, from Jordan to the ATP Tour
Q: How did your college experience in Florida shape your path to the pro tour?
College tennis was a revelation; the supportive environment, coaching, and teammates helped me grow, while I learned you could still pursue pro tennis after college.
Abdullah Shelbayh: Rafael Nadal's influence, from Jordan to the ATP Tour
Q: What was it like to train with Rafael Nadal and how did that influence you?
Training with Rafa was surreal and challenging; he made me face the intensity of his workouts, but he also gave me space to breathe and encouraged me to take risks.
Abdullah Shelbayh: Rafael Nadal's influence, from Jordan to the ATP Tour
Q: What was your upbringing like growing up in Jordan and how did you first get into tennis?
I started as a hobby, but I realised there was potential early on. My dad pushed me because he saw I wanted to play, and joining the Nadal Academy was a pivotal step that gave structure and belief.
Russell Fuller: Murray, Williams, Sinner and 13 years covering tennis for the BBC
Q: How do you balance rapid live commentary with the need for accuracy and depth?
He explains the two-part approach: deliver quick, dynamic narration for the moment while using a summarizer and occasional observations or statistics to fill time between points, maintaining pace without losing detail.
Russell Fuller: Murray, Williams, Sinner and 13 years covering tennis for the BBC
Q: What are your first memories of entering the role as BBC Tennis Chief Correspondent?
Russell describes his US Open debut as a formal entry point into the role, the learning curve, and the sense of stepping into a big public stage, especially after earlier Wimbledon work, which set the tone for the year-round coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tales from Tennis

What is Tales from Tennis about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Tales from Tennis offers in-depth conversations with players, coaches, commentators, and industry insiders who shape life on the tour. Episodes typically center on grass- and clay-season arcs, college-to-pro transitions, data and analytics in tennis, and behind-the-scenes storytelling from on-site reporting. Listeners get a candid mix of player development, coaching insights, media dynamics, and tournament operations, often peppered with on-site reporting from events like Ilkley and Wimbledon. A standout aspect is the hosts' on-the-ground perspective and a strong emphasis on the human side of the sport—mentorship, pathways through college tennis, and the evolving role of media and analytics in modern tennis life. This blend makes it helpful... more

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Recent guests on Tales from Tennis include:

1. Abigail Johnson
2. Abdullah Shelbayh
3. Taylor Fritz
4. Jenson Brooksby
5. Daniel Altmaier
6. Rajeev Ram
7. Darwin Blanch
8. Lulu Sun

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