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The Behind the Racquet Pod is the best glimpse you can get in to the ins and outs of professional tennis, told by its players, and voiced by Noah Rubin, and his podcast partner Mike Cation.

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Mike (Cation) here. I've known Michael Kosta since I started working in tennis, right out of college, when Craig Tiley asked me to be the public address announcer for the University of Illinois Men's Tennis team, in 2001. He and Amer Delic came in to... more

This podcast drops as Federico Gomez is just about an hour away from his first Australian Open appearance, taking on Joao Fonseca in the first round of qualies here on a Tuesday in Melbourne.

His route is an unusual one, having gone through a junior... more

Johannus Monday enters 2025 at 371 in the world, but as we know on the BTR Pod, the ranking very rarely tells the full story.

The 6'6" lefty has evolved immensely over the last five years, and ended the 2024 season with three straight 25K titles, an... more

Canadian Davis Cup Champion Gabriel Diallo joins Mike on the pod this week. The 23 year old provided another big jump in the rankings in 2024, moving in to the top 100 on the back of his first ATP Final in Almaty.

We discuss his beginnings, his quit... more

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Johannus Monday
Professional tennis player ranked 372 in the world as of this episode
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Johannus Monday
Gabriel Diallo
Professional tennis player and ranked 87 in the world
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Gabriel Diallo
Nate Lammons
Professional tennis player, ranked 19th in doubles
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Nate Lammons
Learner Tien
Professional tennis player and recent title winner
ATP Tour
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Learner Tien
Ethan Quinn
Professional tennis player and NCAA Champion
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Ethan Quinn
Nishesh Basavareddy
Professional tennis player transitioning from college tennis
Stanford University
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Nishesh Basavareddy
Cooper Williams
Recent NCAA tennis player at Harvard, transitioning to professional tennis.
Harvard University
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Cooper Williams
Marcus Willis
Professional tennis player known for his unorthodox style and friendly persona.
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Marcus Willis
Tristan Boyer
Professional tennis player
Episode: Behind the Racquet with Tristan Boyer

Hosts

Noah Rubin
Host of the show and a professional tennis player who brings personal insights from his experience on the tour.
Mike Cation
Co-host of the show and an experienced tennis commentator providing insights and interviews with other players.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • New tennis fan - love this pod

    I found this pod after watching AO 2024 (first time following tennis tournament). I think you guys are great - especially for American inside perspective. Please keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Val from Philly
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Podcast

    I enjoy Mike Cation’s interviews with players from the Challenger Tour.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    WalkinToAkron
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Love the behind the scenes and stuff. - Sam, Author of Buy This, Not That

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Financial Samurai
    United States3 years ago
  • One question

    Listening to Chris Eubanks on the episode today he brought up college tennis. One player who I’d love to hear interviewed on his perspective on College tennis then and now is Mitchel Krueger. He was supposed to go to Texas A&M, but in the 11th hour went pro instead. I’d like to know if he has any regrets on that decision, or what council he would offer to a top ranked Jr Player in a similar situation to his?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Former Ump
    United States3 years ago
  • I disagree with Noah & Your’s take on Netflix

    First off let me say, I enjoy the podcast and have since you started it.

    Netflix is looking for viewers, I understand how you and Noah are personally upset that there are many competing stories in the lower rankings, at the Challenger and even Futures level. One of my personal pet peeves is Tennis at eh macro level basically ignores the adaptive/wheelchair competition. There are a myriad of compelling storylines in that particular facet of tennis.

    Netflix appeals to a broader audience. The c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Former Ump
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The focus on lesser-known players and their stories resonates with audiences seeking authenticity in sports storytelling.
Listeners appreciate the honest insights and behind-the-scenes perspectives on professional tennis careers.
Many fans find the chemistry between the hosts engaging, enhancing the overall listening experience.
The podcast features strong conversations about mental health and athlete struggles, appealing to a diverse audience.
Some listeners express a desire for improvement in audio quality and the pacing of discussion.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#128
United States/Sports/Tennis
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#77
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#105
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#56
France/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#56
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#111
Germany/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Behind the Racquet with Federico Gomez
Q: What was your mindset when you started training again after a break?
It was a challenge to get back into shape as I had to balance work and training.
Behind the Racquet with Federico Gomez
Q: How are you processing what has happened over the last couple of years?
It's been quite a ride with many ups and downs, but I feel like I'm on the right path now.
Behind the Racquet with Gabriel Diallo
Q: How are your parents handling the current situation in Ukraine?
It’s challenging for my mother, but luckily, most family members already moved out before the conflict.
Behind the Racquet with Gabriel Diallo
Q: How impactful was the 2012 Australian Open final between Nadal and Djokovic on your career?
That match inspired me to grind and battle on the court, and it shaped my approach to tennis from a young age.
Behind the Racquet with Gabriel Diallo
Q: What are you working on during your off season in Monaco?
I am focusing on improving my deceleration and staying balanced, as well as little tweaks to my game under my coach's guidance.

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Recent guests on Behind the Racquet Pod include:

1. Johannus Monday
2. Gabriel Diallo
3. Nate Lammons
4. Learner Tien
5. Ethan Quinn
6. Nishesh Basavareddy
7. Cooper Williams
8. Marcus Willis

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