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The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]

Bleav, Cracked Racquets
Carlos Alcaraz
Iga Swiatek
US Open
Coco Gauff
Australian Open
Yannick Sinner
Tennis
Amanda Anisimova
Novak Djokovic
Elena Rybakina
Wimbledon
Aryna Sabalenka
2026 Australian Open
Daniil Medvedev
Jannik Sinner
Taylor Fritz
Jessica Pegula
Irina Sabalenka
Lorenzo Musetti
Victoria Mboko

"The Mini-Break" is a daily podcast that brings you the latest news and analysis from the world of tennis. Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin, this podcast covers the biggest storylines, results, and controversies from both college and professional tennis. Each episode features in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the latest happenings in the world of tennis, as well as interviews with s... more

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Latest Episodes

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin breaks down a fantastic Wednesday of Quarterfinal action in Rome.

Episode Notes

Swiatek/Pegula - 6:15

Svitolina/Rybakina - 16:05

Ruud/Khachanov - 21:10

Darderi/Jodar - 27:00

Laurel Springs

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Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin breaks down where things stand at the top of the ATP Tennis World as the clay season reaches it's homestretch. He offers his reflections from Championship Weekend in Madrid, shares his thoughts on the pas... more

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin breaks down where things stand at the top of the WTA Tennis World as the clay season reaches it's homestretch. He offers his reflections from Championship Weekend in Madrid, shares his thoughts on the pas... more

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin previews the upcoming Championship Weekend in Madrid. He offers his thoughts on the prospects of all four Women's Semifinalists to bring home the title. He also compares the week's of Rafa Jodar and Alexa... more

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Recent Guests

Gil Gross
Longtime tennis analyst, joining the show for ATP-focused discussion
Cracked Racquets/guest
Episode: What to watch for in Madrid
Rich Bonfiglio
Penn Men's Tennis Head Coach
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: How Penn Took the Next Step in 2026 ft. Head Coach Rich Bonfiglio
Martin Blackman
JTCC CEO, former USTA Player Development General Manager
Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC)
Episode: Building Champions: Martin Blackman on Leadership, Development, and JTCC
Jack Dempsey
Laurel Springs Partnership Specialist
Laurel Springs School
Episode: Building Champions: Martin Blackman on Leadership, Development, and JTCC
Ari Wolf
Tennis Channel analyst and on-screen personality
Tennis Channel
Episode: Indian Wells Recap + Miami Draw Preview (Men's Edition)
James Tait
On-site producer for Cracked Racquets
Cracked Racquets
Episode: More Phoenix + Indian Wells talk w/James Tait
Alex Bancila
CEO of Viking Athletics and prominent figure in Cleveland tennis
Viking Athletics
Episode: 2025 Cleveland Open + Comparing Eras FT. Alex Bancila
Ryan Segerman
World number 83 doubles player
Episode: A VERY Loud Start for the Americans
Oliver Tarver
Rising San Diego Junior, multi-time all-conference performer, 2024 ITA All-American Singles and Doubles Champion
Episode: A VERY Loud Start for the Americans

Host

Alex Gruskin
Host of The Mini-Break; Editor-in-Chief of Cracked Racquets

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 300 ratings
  • Curses too much

    Good content except I don’t understand why you have to say the f word so much during a tennis podcast- it’s a bit amateurish.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PJ2345
    United States13 days ago
  • Lots of episodes

    I like that this podcast produces episodes during the off season and that there was an emergency episode covering breaking tennis news. I enjoy the ATP and WTA based commentary the most. I like the host’s enthusiasm. I enjoyed the guest episodes with Gil Gross and Ben Rothenberg.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nbsluyyz
    Canada5 months ago
  • Lots of episodes

    I like that this podcast produces episodes during the off season and that there was an emergency episode covering breaking tennis news. I enjoy the ATP and WTA based commentary the most. I like the host’s enthusiasm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nbsluyyz
    Canada5 months ago
  • Too much preamble for my liking. I don't like slow starting podcasts. I sat down for dinner to hear some analysis on his "top ten" atp players after the us open 2025, and I finished eating before he even began analyzing. It's advertisements on top of stating obvious facts (who won what, which we already know) rather than getting to the analysis. Just my honest take.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    RPL
    9 months ago
  • Gotta love it

    You just know being a daily listener my boy Gruskin’s getting 5 stars. Alex I also have a strange request if you see this review. Could you give an insight to your own tennis game as well as Gill Gross’s. I was also wondering which of the two of you are better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mum_O
    Australia10 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Sound and data-driven insights are frequently highlighted as strengths.
Some reviews call for more consistent posting and diverse guest lineups.
Listeners praise host enthusiasm and deep tennis knowledge.
Guests and format praised for balance of analysis and banter.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#42
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#31
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#72
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#53
Italy/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#56
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#74
France/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Biggest ATP Questions FT. Gill Gross
Q: Who is the strongest argument to be the next 'next up' after Alcaraz/Sinner?
The hosts discuss multiple candidates, with a leaning toward Arthur Feast as the closest in terms of athletic profile and current trajectory, while also acknowledging strong cases for Fonseca, Mensik, and Hodar depending on how their physical and technical tools mature.
The Biggest ATP Questions FT. Gill Gross
Q: Does Arthur Feast belong in the next-up conversation?
Yes, Feast is considered a serious contender among the younger group due to athletically matching the top players and showing clear development since returning from injury, making him a plausible candidate to challenge the established stars.
How Penn Took the Next Step in 2026 ft. Head Coach Rich Bonfiglio
Q: How is NIL affecting recruiting at an Ivy League school like Penn?
NIL has an impact but is less straightforward here; the school leverages branding and long-term value of a Penn degree, while staying mindful of Ivy League scholarship constraints and evolving policies.
How Penn Took the Next Step in 2026 ft. Head Coach Rich Bonfiglio
Q: What's more difficult, recruiting players or recruiting fans to the matches?
Both are intertwined; winning helps fan turnouts, but genuine buy-in from players and building a positive, engaging program also drives attendance and support.
How Penn Took the Next Step in 2026 ft. Head Coach Rich Bonfiglio
Q: What takes longer to fix, the tennis side or the culture side of the program?
He argues culture is the toughest thing to build, and that developing a strong culture precedes and amplifies on-court success, with continuous work from players and staff.

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A fast-paced, data-informed tennis show that blends daily news, sizzling takes, and in-depth analysis of both professional and collegiate levels. Episodes consistently cover top ATP/WTA storylines, breakout players, and strategic breakdowns, often weaving in live match observations, rankings discussions, and college tennis context. A notable strength is its enthusiastic host who unpacks complex dynamics with clear narratives, while guest appearances from respected analysts and coaches add additional perspectives. Sponsorships and cross-promotions are a recurring thread, reflecting a well-integrated portfolio of tennis content across platforms. Potential listeners will likely enjoy sharp, sometimes contrarian takes on current clay and hard-c... more

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2. Rich Bonfiglio
3. Martin Blackman
4. Jack Dempsey
5. Ari Wolf
6. James Tait
7. Alex Bancila
8. Ryan Segerman

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