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The Tennis Podcast

The Tennis Podcast
Australian Open
Iga Swiatek
Novak Djokovic
Elena Rybakina
Angelique Kerber
Naomi Osaka
Carlos Alcaraz
United Cup
Daniel Collins
Jessica Pugula
Karen Khachanov
Davis Cup
Caroline Garcia
Mirra Andreeva
Alina Svitolina
Elena Ostapenko
Adrian Mannarino
WTA Tour
Danielle Collins
Amanda Anisimova

Your definitive tennis round up, daily at the Slams. Part of the Athletic Network. Named in Time Mag's Top 100 podcasts of all time.

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Part one - WTA Dubai (00:00 - 44:40). Jessica Pegula has capped a remarkable recent run with a big title. Is she playing the best tennis of her career? And what makes her so well set up to be a consistent force? We also cover an extraordinary semi-fi... more

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Catherine, David and Matt discuss an exhilarating week of action across events in Doha, Rotterdam, Dallas and Buenos Aires. 

Part one - WTA Doha (00:00 - 34:36). The joy of seeing Karolina Muchova win another title at last, Victoria Mboko showing sh... more

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Catherine, David and Matt are home from Melbourne and here to look back on another busy week of tennis as the tours moved onto the Middle East and indoors in Europe. 

Part one (00:00 - 34:52) - Women’s results. We discuss the rise of another young C... more

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History was made at the Australian Open on Sunday as Carlos Alcaraz beat Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to win the career Grand Slam. Catherine, David and Matt react to a special night in Melbourne. 

Part one - Djokovic’s incredible start... more

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Recent Guests

Elina Svitolina
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Episode: Aus Open Day 10 - What happened to Coco Gauff?
Pamela Shriver
Professional tennis player and mindset performance coach
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Episode: Aus Open Media Day - Alcaraz faces Ferrero questioning
Jannik Sinner
Italian professional tennis player, known for his powerful style of play
Episode: Aus Open Media Day - Alcaraz faces Ferrero questioning
Amanda Anisimova
American professional tennis player known for her early career success
Episode: Aus Open Media Day - Alcaraz faces Ferrero questioning
Maria Sakkari
Top Greek tennis player with strong performances on the circuit
Episode: Aus Open Media Day - Alcaraz faces Ferrero questioning
Mary Carillo
Tennis commentator and sports journalist
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Episode: 2025 Season Review
Simon Briggs
Sports journalist at The Daily Telegraph
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Episode: 2025 Season Review

Hosts

Catherine Whitaker
Host with engaging wit and sharp insights on tennis.
Matt Roberts
Co-host known for his analytical insights into matches and player performances.
David Law
Co-host with extensive knowledge of tennis and its history.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.8k ratings
  • Fun to listen to

    I enjoy listening to the trio - they have a good rapport and a funny British sense of humour and I like that it’s pretty unfiltered. I don’t think any of them have played much tennis though and that comes through when they talk matches and tactics. But still my favourite for the fun and humour. I hope they won’t become more polished and diplomatic now that they are part of The Athletic, and I also hope it will just be the three of them. The recent episode with Charlie E was quite dull and Matt F... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Naomi O S
    Australiaa month ago
  • Smartless for Tennis

    How can you not LOVE this trio? They’re knowledgeable, funny, and clearly enjoy one another’s company. It’s like listening to Smartless for tennis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StefanAFrank
    United Statesa month ago
  • A lot of dog references

    Long time listener.

    I know you need a hook but the cute dog stuff is overdone. (I love dogs btw).

    If you’re looking for insightful technical analysis, maybe this isn’t the pod for you. Wonderful bonhomie between the three but just feels a bit general at times regarding the target subject matter.

    I almost get the feeling the team has a pro Sabalenka bias, I.e . Rybakina won but more from Sabalenkas failure than Rybakina dominance on the night (Aust open 2026). I think this is a wrong take, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Athlete61
    Australiaa month ago
  • David’s Ignorance

    David, Djokovic has hardly dominated Nadal in their matchups. In fact Rafa has defeated Novak 11 times to only 7 wins for Novak head to head in Grand Slams. Pull your head out!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United Statesa month ago
  • Tennis gatekeeping?

    I started listening to this pod when the Aus open rolled around to keep up to date with everything going on. David and Matt bring great vibes, but Catherine seems to hate on absolutely everything and it’s past being annoying. No casual tennis fans allowed here. Purists who love a good whinge will love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rosscoe78
    Australiaa month ago

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

Overall, many find the podcast to be a valuable resource for tennis insights, particularly the human stories behind the sport.
Listeners appreciate the engaging chemistry among hosts and the informative content about tennis.
Some comments express concerns over the tone and occasionally controversial opinions shared during discussions.

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

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#241
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Aus Open Day 15 - Carlos Alcaraz: History Boy
Q: What made the match particularly memorable?
The high level of play, especially in Djokovic's first set, and the historical significance of the match made it unforgettable.
Aus Open Day 15 - Carlos Alcaraz: History Boy
Q: How did it feel to witness Alcaraz achieve the career Grand Slam?
It felt like a special moment; I always believed Alcaraz would achieve this but not so quickly.
Aus Open Day 4 - Where does this loss leave Raducanu?
Q: What factors may have contributed to Raducanu's poor performance?
There seems to be a crisis of identity as she struggles with coaching direction and her own playing style.
Aus Open Day 4 - Where does this loss leave Raducanu?
Q: What did Alcaraz say about his performance today?
He claimed he didn't think he played particularly well, but his team reassured him that he did.
Aus Open Media Day - Alcaraz faces Ferrero questioning
Q: Who should we start with, Matt? Who did we learn more from today? Jannik Sinner or Carlos Alcaraz?
Alcaraz had the more notable press conference, especially regarding his split from Juan Carlos Ferrero, revealing insights into his emotional state during interviews.

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3. Marta Kostiuk
4. Carlos Alcaraz
5. Jannik Sinner
6. Amanda Anisimova
7. Maria Sakkari
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