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The Sit-Down

Tennis Australia
Tennis
Australian Open
Women's Tennis
Marta Kostyuk
Martina Hingis
Doubles Tennis
Poland
WTA Coach Inclusion Program
Grand Slam
Padel
Victoria Azarenka
Serena Williams
Coco Gauff
Davis Cup
Billie Jean King Cup
Magnus Norman
Kim Birrell
Chanda Rubin
Laver Cup
Australian Tennis Magazine

The Sit-Down brings you in-depth interviews with some of the most influential figures from the world of tennis. From players to coaches, analysts, and tennis legends, each episode delves into their stories, revealing personal anecdotes and unique perspectives on the game. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world of tennis, The Sit-Down brings you conversations you won’t ... more

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Latest Episodes

Carolyn Broderick joins Viv and Matt in Pod Laver Arena to give listeners an insight into her role as Chief Medical Officer at Tennis Australia and for the Australian Open. Hundreds of tennis players are soon to arrive in Australia in January, the ma... more

After a brief off-season, 2026 preparations are already underway for Alex de Minaur, who joined Viv and Matt on this week’s episode from his base in Monte Carlo. The Aussie No.1 enjoyed the chance to reflect on his 2025 season, during which he reache... more

Wheelchair tennis star Heath Davidson, whose profile exploded after he and partner Dylan Alcott claimed quad doubles gold for Australia at the Rio 2016 Paralympics, joins Viv and Matt this week in Pod Laver Arena. Davidson’s prominence in the sport, ... more

American Patrick Kypson joined The Sit-Down this week in a great place in his career. The 26-year-old sits at a peak ranking of No.117, thanks to results on the Challenger circuit which also helped him secure a main-draw wildcard at Australian Open 2... more

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Recent Guests

Heath Davidson
Professional wheelchair tennis player and advocate for disability inclusion in sports
Wheelchair Tennis Australia
Episode: Heath Davidson: candid, resilient, and more motivated that ever
Patrick Kypson
A professional tennis player on the up and coming stage of his career.
Episode: Patrick Kypson: the American with a golden ticket to AO 2026
Maya Joint
Rising Australian tennis player who recently moved back to Melbourne.
Episode: Maya Joint: The ongoing rise of Australia's new No.1 woman
Mark Philippoussis
Australian tennis player and former top ten professional.
Episode: Mark Philippoussis: falling in love with tennis "all over again"
Zizou Bergs
A professional tennis player having a breakout season
ATP Tour
Episode: Zizou Bergs: "happy but not satisfied" in breakout season
Priscilla Hon
Professional Tennis Player and recent top 100 debutant
Australian Tennis Federation
Episode: Priscilla Hon: "unlocking" her brain to become a top-100 player
Rinky Hijikata
Promising Australian tennis player and doubles champion
Australian Tennis Magazine
Episode: Rinky Hijikata: doubles superstar targeting solo success
Judy Murray
Former Fed Cup captain, respected figure in tennis coaching
WTA
Episode: Judy Murray: what it takes to raise two Grand Slam champions
Yannick Noah
Former professional tennis player and current captain of Team Europe at the Labour Cup.
Episode: Yannick Noah: peaks, pressures and life lessons of an iconic career

Hosts

Matt Trelope
Writer and editor for ozopen.com, Host of The Sit-Down.
Viv Christie
Managing editor of Australian Tennis Magazine, Co-host of The Sit-Down.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Terrible host

    The male host is one of the worst interviewers I’ve ever heard. His questions are so shallow and facile. And his constant “I guess” and “like” being repeated over and over are mind numbing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rocket54
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great New Podcast

    Love this podcast, first episode with Martina was very informative and interesting. I would love to hear an episode on Mary Pierce and Lindsay Davenport at some stage? Great job team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    savageman1980
    New Zealanda year ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging conversations with tennis personalities, often highlighting the authenticity and depth of the discussions.
Requests for more episodes featuring specific tennis figures indicate positive listener engagement and interest in diverse perspectives from the sport.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#75
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#37
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#43
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#7
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#97
Italy/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#107
Germany/Sports/Tennis

Talking Points

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Heath Davidson: candid, resilient, and more motivated that ever
Q: What qualities do you think have been most important in your career?
Resilience and the ability to ask questions and seek help have been vital in overcoming challenges in his life and career.
Heath Davidson: candid, resilient, and more motivated that ever
Q: What has been the impact of your achievements on your personal life?
Davidson explains how winning gold at the Paralympics changed his life by elevating his profile and opening doors in the sporting community.
Heath Davidson: candid, resilient, and more motivated that ever
Q: How did your tennis story begin? How did you get introduced to the sport and discover it?
Davidson was introduced to tennis through a local club by his and Dylan Alcott's fathers, who sought to have them coached despite their disabilities.
Patrick Kypson: the American with a golden ticket to AO 2026
Q: How different do you feel in your tennis right now?
He feels quite different, noting he has developed good skills and knowledge about how to play the game.
Patrick Kypson: the American with a golden ticket to AO 2026
Q: How did that happen? And how was the experience of coming back from that when it sidelined you for so long?
Kypson explains that his injury occurred during a tournament in Melbourne and led to surgery and a significant drop in ranking, but working on mental aspects helped during his recovery.

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Recent guests on The Sit-Down include:

1. Heath Davidson
2. Patrick Kypson
3. Maya Joint
4. Mark Philippoussis
5. Zizou Bergs
6. Priscilla Hon
7. Rinky Hijikata
8. Judy Murray

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