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Tales from Tennis

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

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 sit down with Gustavo Marcaccio, Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca, to go behind the scenes of one of the most renowned tennis academies in the world.

Gustavo takes us inside his day-to-day r... more

In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with former Irish professional Conor Niland to discuss his award-winning book The Racket, which tells the story of life on the professional tennis circuit and the reality of competing outside the ... more

In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with Sebastián Varela, co-founder of CLAY and winner of the 2025 Tom Perrotta Prize for Tennis Journalism.

Sebastián takes us inside the stories that earned him one of tennis journalism's leading... more

In this episode of Tales from Tennis, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with Mitch Michals, podcast host, producer and editor at Tennis Channel and host of The Inside-In Tennis Podcast.

Mitch takes us behind the scenes of his work in tennis media... more

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Recent Guests

Conor Niland
Author, former professional tennis player
The Racket (author)
Episode: Conor Niland: The Racket, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Life on the Tennis Tour
Sebastián Varela
Co-founder of Clay Magazine, winner of 2025 Tom Perrotta Prize
Clay Magazine
Episode: Sebastián Varela: Winning the Tom Perrotta Prize, CLAY & Telling Tennis’ Untold Stories
Mitch Michals
Producer/Editor for Tennis Channel; host of Inside-In Tennis Podcast
Tennis Channel
Episode: Mitch Michals: Tennis Channel, Brad Gilbert, Ethan Quinn and Inside the US Open
Alex Gruskin
Expert in college tennis and Challenger tennis; founder of Cracked Racquets
Cracked Racquets
Episode: Alex Gruskin: Inside College Tennis, Ben Shelton, Rafael Jodar and the Challenger Tour
Marcus Buckland
Broadcaster who worked for Sky and Amazon Prime across tennis and other sports
Sky, Amazon Prime
Episode: Marcus Buckland: Jannik Sinner, Andy Murray and 12 years leading Sky Sports Tennis
Adam Docker
Cinematographer, photographer and director
Independent filmmaker/industry professional
Episode: Adam Docker: Behind the camera with Novak Djokovic, Diego Maradona and Carlos Alcaraz
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

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 24 ratings
  • Super podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tennis fan123
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Super interesting and insightful podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OH_99
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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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
#43
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#50
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#79
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#83
Italy/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#114
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#7
Argentina/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Conor Niland: The Racket, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Life on the Tennis Tour
Q: How did you manage loneliness and the week-to-week grind on tour?
I tackled it by ensuring I wasn't alone at events, notably traveling with a coach to share the journey and financial risk, which helped maintain focus and allowed me to pursue the goal of breaking into the top 100 and reaching Grand Slams.
Mitch Michals: Tennis Channel, Brad Gilbert, Ethan Quinn and Inside the US Open
Q: How much time goes into producing a Big T episode, and what does the workflow look like?
Producing a Big T episode is a multi-day process with heavy video production, guest booking, schedule coordination around on-location shoots, and post-production, including editing and asset creation; it's a substantial, team-driven operation.
Mitch Michals: Tennis Channel, Brad Gilbert, Ethan Quinn and Inside the US Open
Q: What are the main kind of skills or traits you've learned from this podcast in your own career?
The core skills are building trust with guests, listening carefully, asking specific questions rather than giving them talking points, and structuring conversations so guests can express their ideas clearly while you guide the flow.
Alex Gruskin: Inside College Tennis, Ben Shelton, Rafael Jodar and the Challenger Tour
Q: Why should fans attend Challenger events despite the lower profile compared to ATP Tour events?
Challenger events offer unprecedented intimacy with players, frequent opportunities to interact, and a chance to witness the early, raw stages of future stars in a setting where fans and players are more accessible.
Alex Gruskin: Inside College Tennis, Ben Shelton, Rafael Jodar and the Challenger Tour
Q: Why do so many players choose the collegiate route, and what are the main benefits?
The route offers developmental funding, extended time to develop technically and mentally, access to coaching and academics, and a runway to decide if a pro career is right, all while still building toward a potential professional path.

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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. Conor Niland
2. Sebastián Varela
3. Mitch Michals
4. Alex Gruskin
5. Marcus Buckland
6. Adam Docker
7. Abdullah Shelbayh
8. Taylor Fritz

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