The First Serve
SENThe First Serve is your HOME OF TENNIS. Featuring an all year round dedicated weekly two hour 'live' tennis program, the only one of its kind on commercial radio in Australia that is also podcast right here, supported by themed podcasts, a strong online/social media presence and print content via our website - Check out our home at www.thefirstserve.com.au. Heading up The First Serve coverage is l... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 401 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TennisSports | |||
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This eight edition of Padel Pow Wow for 2026 with Matt Barelle in the host chair (the godfather of Padel in AUS) joined by the king of padel vibes Ryan Bougie, wraps up the FIP Senior World Cup in Buenos Aires where the Aussie Crocs competed and they... more
Long time Tennis Administrator Peter Johnston joined Brett Phillips on The First Serve Live for an extended chat around the Asian Swing, Andrew Abdo as the new CEO of Tennis Australia also taking on the Tournament Director role of the Australian Open... more
Australia's No 1 Female Beach Tennis player Ella Lanigan shared her story in the sport on The First Serve Live with Brett Phillips.
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Brett Phillips was back with another big show with the Asian Swing of the tour in "full swing" . Special guest in the studio - long time tennis administrator Peter Johnston with an extended chat about the Asian component of the tour, Andrew Abdo taki... more
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Really enjoying The Junior Journey episodes so far, great information for parents of young tennis players. Looking forward to more.
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I only get to listen on podcast these days and love it. Keep up the great coverage.
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I love this podcast , I listen every week , keep up the great work BP
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The only place to get regular Australian tennis news. Keep up the good work.
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Apple Podcasts | #66 |  United States/Sports/Tennis |
Apple Podcasts | #53 |  Canada/Sports/Tennis |
Apple Podcasts | #110 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis |
Apple Podcasts | #4 | Australia/Sports/Tennis |
Apple Podcasts | #74 |  Italy/Sports/Tennis |
Apple Podcasts | #94 |  Germany/Sports/Tennis |
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Content centers on tennis coverage with a strong emphasis on Australian junior pathways, development programs, and tournament news. Episodes feature in-depth discussions with players, coaches, and administrators, plus data-driven perspectives on development pipelines, college pathways, and event operations. A notable strength is the blend of practical coaching insights, governance critiques, and grassroots club perspectives, often balanced with guest interviews spanning regional development, junior circuits, and professional transitions. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want actionable takeaways for coaching, club management, and aspiring professional players, as well as sponsors seeking a tennis-audience with deep engagement in p... more
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Recent guests on The First Serve include:
1. Beti Sekulovski
2. Josh Herriot
3. Lou Plemming
4. Benoit Foucher
5. Sonny Renison
6. Rachael Finch
7. George Kallis
8. Belle Thompson
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