Open Era
436 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsTennis analysis from beyond the baseline. Hosted by Simon Bushell and Devang Desai, Open Era covers the headlines and oddities from the ATP and WTA. Ranging from the 'Big Three' to Canada’s meteoric rise in the tennis world, Open Era keeps you informed and entertained.
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132. Acapulco: It All Falls Down
February 28, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBOn this week’s Open Era, friend of the show Vivek Jacob joins Simon and Devang to cover a heavy week. As players on the ATP and WTA react to Russia’s invasion in Ukraine, the guys consider what’s next while discussing the men’s decision to go to China later this year. Alexander Zverev made headlines (once again) for the worst reasons, Daniil Medvedev reached #1, and Rafael Nadal made it 15-0. Meanwhile Iga Swiatek made a hell of a statement in Doha. All that, plus our parting shots comin...
Dubai: A Delicious Mess
February 21, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBToo much tennis. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang dive into the 800 tournaments that took place this week. Big wins for Andrey Rublev and Jelena Ostapenko lead the guys to zoom out a bit and see where the two players are heading in 2022. Of course, there was the Novak Djokovic interview with the BBC as well. How bad was it and what did we learn? Finally in Parting Shots, it’s the Jannik Sinner coachmegddon aftermath, some choice words for tax havens, and the curious case of Alex...
131. Dubai: A Delicious Mess
February 21, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBToo much tennis. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang dive into the 800 tournaments that took place this week. Big wins for Andrey Rublev and Jelena Ostapenko lead the guys to zoom out a bit and see where the two players are heading in 2022. Of course, there was the Novak Djokovic interview with the BBC as well. How bad was it and what did we learn? Finally in Parting Shots, it’s the Jannik Sinner coachmegddon aftermath, some choice words for tax havens, and the curious case of Alex...
Rotterdam: Felix’s First
February 14, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBSomething had to give. Stefanos Tsitsipas hadn’t won an ATP 500 final. Felix Auger Aliassime hadn’t won…a final. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang discuss FAA doing the damn thing in Rotterdam. Plus, a titanic final in St.Petersburg saw Anett Kontaveit outlast Maria Sakkari. Also, some Del Potro thoughts including Buenos Aires’ ranking among the best tournaments in the world. In Parting Shots, it’s a grab bag of fun, including listener questions, Morgan Riddle’s TikTok, Jannik Si...
130. Rotterdam: Felix’s First
February 14, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBSomething had to give. Stefanos Tsitsipas hadn’t won an ATP 500 final. Felix Auger Aliassime hadn’t won…a final. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang discuss FAA doing the damn thing in Rotterdam. Plus, a titanic final in St.Petersburg saw Anett Kontaveit outlast Maria Sakkari. Also, some Del Potro thoughts including Buenos Aires’ ranking among the best tournaments in the world. In Parting Shots, it’s a grab bag of fun, including listener questions, Morgan Riddle’s TikTok, Jannik Si...
Pune: A Gentle Giant Gently Retires
February 07, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBSay it ain’t so, Juan Martin. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tackle the sad news out of Buenos Aires, where Juan Martin Del Potro announced his upcoming tournaments in the Golden Swing will likely be his last. Friend of the show Priyanka Dobson joins to talk about the state of Tennis television coverage in the United States and beyond. Finally, on parting shots, it’s Real Tennis, Andy Murray skipping clay and Rafael Nadal getting into NFTs (we predicted this) plus plenty more. Tune...
129. Pune: A Gentle Giant Gently Retires
February 07, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBSay it ain’t so, Juan Martin. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tackle the sad news out of Buenos Aires, where Juan Martin Del Potro announced his upcoming tournaments in the Golden Swing will likely be his last. Friend of the show Priyanka Dobson joins to talk about the state of Tennis television coverage in the United States and beyond. Finally, on parting shots, it’s Real Tennis, Andy Murray skipping clay and Rafael Nadal getting into NFTs (we predicted this) plus plenty more. Tune...
129. Pune: A Gentle Giant, Gently Retires
February 07, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBSay it ain’t so, Juan Martin. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tackle the sad news out of Buenos Aires, where Juan Martin Del Potro announced his upcoming tournaments in the Golden Swing will likely be his last. Friend of the show Priyanka Dobson joins to talk about the state of Tennis television coverage in the United States and beyond. Finally, on parting shots, it’s Real Tennis, Andy Murray skipping clay and Rafael Nadal getting into NFTs (we predicted this) plus plenty more. Tune...
Melbourne: Blackjack
January 31, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBHistory in Melbourne. Rafael Nadal and Ash Barty did something remarkable this past weekend and we’re still catching our collective breath. On today’s show, Devang and Simon dive into the epic (but bad?) men’s final and discuss the Barty Party in Australia. We’re also into NFTs now…don’t worry, we can explain. In parting shots, it’s Special Ks, fines for some, bullshit for others plus plenty more. Join us on the championship edition of Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonu...
128. Melbourne: Blackjack
January 31, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBHistory in Melbourne. Rafael Nadal and Ash Barty did something remarkable this past weekend and we’re still catching our collective breath. On today’s show, Devang and Simon dive into the epic (but bad?) men’s final and discuss the Barty Party in Australia. We’re also into NFTs now…don’t worry, we can explain. In parting shots, it’s Special Ks, fines for some, bullshit for others plus plenty more. Join us on the championship edition of Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonu...
127. Melbourne: A Netflix Worthy Moment
January 24, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 98.3 MBWell, what have we learned so far in Melbourne? On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tackle broadcast issues in the U.S, John McEnroe and Cliff Drysdale yelling at clouds, and the first ‘Netflix moments’ of the year. Then, they review the losses we’ve seen, rating the performances of Osaka, Zverev, Gauff, and Raducanu before casting an eye towards the final week. To close, it’s parting shots, which feature Ash Barty in Vogue and our dismay at the fashion at the Australian Open. It s...
Melbourne: A Netflix Worthy Moment
January 24, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 98.3 MBWell, what have we learned so far in Melbourne? On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tackle broadcast issues in the U.S, John McEnroe and Cliff Drysdale yelling at clouds, and the first ‘Netflix moments’ of the year. Then, they review the losses we’ve seen, rating the performances of Osaka, Zverev, Gauff, and Raducanu before casting an eye towards the final week. To close, it’s parting shots, which feature Ash Barty in Vogue and our dismay at the fashion at the Australian Open. It s...
126. Melbourne: World Class Calves
January 17, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBNovak Djokovic has been deported, but there’s a tournament to be played. In the latest Open Era, Simon and Devang touch on Novak’s removal from Australia before breaking down the Real Tennis ahead, including some bonkers predictions with the 2022 Australian Open already underway. Plus, parting shots include sad news regarding Juan Martin Del Potro, Andy Murray turning down Saudi Arabia, and our thoughts on the Tennis Netflix series (please don’t be bad, docuseries!). It’s a big show, hop...
Melbourne: World Class Calves
January 17, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBNovak Djokovic has been deported, but there’s a tournament to be played. In the latest Open Era, Simon and Devang touch on Novak’s removal from Australia before breaking down the Real Tennis ahead, including some bonkers predictions with the 2022 Australian Open already underway. Plus, parting shots include sad news regarding Juan Martin Del Potro, Andy Murray turning down Saudi Arabia, and our thoughts on the Tennis Netflix series (please don’t be bad, docuseries!). It’s a big show, hope you...
125. Melbourne: Diplomatic Dumbassery
January 10, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBWhat an incredibly stupid week that was. Novak Djokovic may or may not be allowed to play in the Australian Open, and that somehow doesn’t feel like the biggest takeaway from a story that captured the attention of the wider world. Oh yea, the tennis bits: Canada wins the truly not fake ATP Cup, Halep, Monfils, and Nadal provide some normalc, and Simon and Devang reach deep for some big 2022 predictions. There’s a lot to get to. Join us, will ya? Come join the Patreon family for bonus...
Melbourne: Diplomatic Dumbassery
January 10, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBWhat an incredibly stupid week that was. Novak Djokovic may or may not be allowed to play in the Australian Open, and that somehow doesn’t feel like the biggest takeaway from a story that captured the attention of the wider world. Oh yea, the tennis bits: Canada wins the truly not fake ATP Cup, Halep, Monfils, and Nadal provide some normalc, and Simon and Devang reach deep for some big 2022 predictions. There’s a lot to get to. Join us, will ya? Come join the Patreon family for bonus c...
124. Adelaide: Back to Life, Back to Quarantine
January 03, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 97 MBWe’re back! Simon and Devang ring in the new year with takes on Novak’s will he or won’t he Aussie Open drama plus a rapid fire on all the tennis news we missed over the holidays. Plus, parting shots and a heartfelt message to you, our wonderful listeners. Thanks for sticking with us. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEra on Twitter! While you're there say hello to @DesaiD...
Adelaide: Back to Life, Back to Quarantine
January 03, 2022 07:05 - 1 hour - 97 MBWe’re back! Simon and Devang ring in the new year with takes on Novak’s will he or won’t he Aussie Open drama plus a rapid fire on all the tennis news we missed over the holidays. Plus, parting shots and a heartfelt message to you, our wonderful listeners. Thanks for sticking with us. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEra on Twitter! While you're there say hello to @DesaiD...
123. The Open Era Holiday Spectacular!
December 27, 2021 07:05 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBAs we all sit here, bathed in the afterglow of the holiday spirit, I wonder how we’ll all remember 2021 in Tennis? Yes we almost saw history on the ATP side with a certain world number 1 coming ever so close to tennis immortality. Yes, we saw an unheralded British teenager do something which had never been done in professional tennis and romp to a first Grand Slam title. But lost between all of these grand narratives were to stories which stick with us on an individual level. Because sports...
The Open Era Holiday Spectacular!
December 27, 2021 07:05 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBAs we all sit here, bathed in the afterglow of the holiday spirit, I wonder how we’ll all remember 2021 in Tennis? Yes we almost saw history on the ATP side with a certain world number 1 coming ever so close to tennis immortality. Yes, we saw an unheralded British teenager do something which had never been done in professional tennis and romp to a first Grand Slam title. But lost between all of these grand narratives were to stories which stick with us on an individual level. Because sports,...
122. Offseason: Just How Green Is Tennis?
December 13, 2021 07:05 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBIn early November, the ATP became a signatory of the United Nations Sports for Climate Action. This announcement came off the back of the COP 26 summit which took place in Glasgow, wherein world leaders were challenged to accelerate sustainability and climate related actions on a global scale. The ATP produced a document which outlined the commitments it had made along with the key commitments within the United Nations agreements. Herein the ATP adopted the framework which committed to two sp...
122. Just How Green Is Tennis?
December 13, 2021 07:05 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBIn early November, the ATP became a signatory of the United Nations Sports for Climate Action. This announcement came off the back of the COP 26 summit which took place in Glasgow, wherein world leaders were challenged to accelerate sustainability and climate related actions on a global scale. The ATP produced a document which outlined the commitments it had made along with the key commitments within the United Nations agreements. Herein the ATP adopted the framework which committed to two sp...
Just How Green Is Tennis?
December 13, 2021 07:05 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBIn early November, the ATP became a signatory of the United Nations Sports for Climate Action. This announcement came off the back of the COP 26 summit which took place in Glasgow, wherein world leaders were challenged to accelerate sustainability and climate related actions on a global scale. The ATP produced a document which outlined the commitments it had made along with the key commitments within the United Nations agreements. Herein the ATP adopted the framework which committed to two sp...
Madrid: The WTA’s Bold Stand
December 06, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBIt’s over. It's done. Yes Mr Frodo, the tennis season is over now. We finally did it. We made it to the end of the 2021 campaign and what better way to wrap things up than by having on Patreon extraordinar Priyanka Dobson. We dig into the WTA’s huge stand against China before tackling the Davis Cup Final and the ATP award nominees. All that before the final Parting Shots of the year. Still can’t believe this season is done… Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to th...
121. Madrid: The WTA’s Bold Stand
December 06, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBIt’s over. It's done. Yes Mr Frodo, the tennis season is over now. We finally did it. We made it to the end of the 2021 campaign and what better way to wrap things up than by having on Patreon extraordinar Priyanka Dobson. We dig into the WTA’s huge stand against China before tackling the Davis Cup Final and the ATP award nominees. All that before the final Parting Shots of the year. Still can’t believe this season is done… Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to th...
Madrid: RIP Davis Cup
November 29, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBIt’s time for the Davis Cup everyone! Crickets… In other news, the Peng Shuai case continues to rumble on with some surprising turns and Toilet-Gate reaches it’s conclusion on the ATP Tour. Plus we take a look at the rather racey magazine cover of Danii Medvedev and dig into the WTA Awards nominees. In order to cover such an eclectic mix this week we are joined by Crina Mustafa, Digital Host at The Parleh. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server...
120. Madrid: RIP Davis Cup
November 29, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBIt’s time for the Davis Cup everyone! Crickets… In other news, the Peng Shuai case continues to rumble on with some surprising turns and Toilet-Gate reaches it’s conclusion on the ATP Tour. Plus we take a look at the rather racey magazine cover of Danii Medvedev and dig into the WTA Awards nominees. In order to cover such an eclectic mix this week we are joined by Crina Mustafa, Digital Host at The Parleh. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server...
119. Turin: #WHEREISPENGSHUAI
November 22, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBWell that was quite a week. We thought that this time of year in the tennis calendar was supposed to be quiet. We weren’t quite ready and prepared for tennis to turn into the epicentre of a geo-political incident, which may have incredibly far-reaching impacts on relations between global superpowers. All of that in the same week that the world tour finals took place along with us getting to the slow dancing in a burning room stage of Roger Federer's retirement. To help us tackle all of th...
Turin: #WHEREISPENGSHUAI
November 22, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBWell that was quite a week. We thought that this time of year in the tennis calendar was supposed to be quiet. We weren’t quite ready and prepared for tennis to turn into the epicentre of a geo-political incident, which may have incredibly far-reaching impacts on relations between global superpowers. All of that in the same week that the world tour finals took place along with us getting to the slow dancing in a burning room stage of Roger Federer's retirement. To help us tackle all of th...
Guadalajara: Finals (Open Era’s Version)
November 15, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBIt’s a time of the year we know all too well. We’ve reached the Tour Finals on the WTA side and it’s had some cracking matches so far. With Devang off sick, Simon is joined by Luke Peristy to chat about a bumper crop of tennis as we reach the exciting conclusion to the tennis calendar for 2021. Also, there was some really questionable fashion from this week right? You know we couldn’t resist talking about the hits and misses. Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, access to the e...
118. Guadalajara: Finals (Open Era’s Version)
November 15, 2021 07:05 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBIt’s a time of the year we know all too well. We’ve reached the Tour Finals on the WTA side and it’s had some cracking matches so far. With Devang off sick, Simon is joined by Luke Peristy to chat about a bumper crop of tennis as we reach the exciting conclusion to the tennis calendar for 2021. Also, there was some really questionable fashion from this week right? You know we couldn’t resist talking about the hits and misses. Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, access to the e...
117. Paris: Where Is the Camera Pointing?
November 08, 2021 11:05 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBIt’s been an utterly wild week in professional sports. From the NHL’s shameful attempted cover up to the Phoenix Suns to Aaron Rodgers and finally to yet another case of sexual assault in tennis. We discuss where tennis fits in the sporting landscape against the backdrop of these new allegations. Oh yeah and Novak Djokovic won a record 37th Masters title and sealed a record 7th year-end World No. 1. All of that plus our parting shots on a jam packed Open Era! Come join the Patreon tour ...
Paris: Where Is the Camera Pointing?
November 08, 2021 11:05 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBIt’s been an utterly wild week in professional sports. From the NHL’s shameful attempted cover up to the Phoenix Suns to Aaron Rodgers and finally to yet another case of sexual assault in tennis. We discuss where tennis fits in the sporting landscape against the backdrop of these new allegations. Oh yeah and Novak Djokovic won a record 37th Masters title and sealed a record 7th year-end World No. 1. All of that plus our parting shots on a jam packed Open Era! Come join the Patreon tour ...
Transylvania: Dracula’s First Serve
November 01, 2021 10:10 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBHappy Halloween! On a special spooky edition of the show, Simon and Devang dive into the Sinner-Tiafoe drama in Vienna and explore Frances’ ceiling going forward. Also, Anett Kontaveit continued her stunning Fall run with a dominant win over Simona Halep in Cluj. Marin Cilic warmed our hearts by managing to turn back the clock in St.Petersburg. All that, our Parting Shots, and a special Halloween Edition of ‘The Pun Gun’ on this week’s show! Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, acc...
116. Transylvania: Dracula’s First Serve
November 01, 2021 10:10 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBHappy Halloween! On a special spooky edition of the show, Simon and Devang dive into the Sinner-Tiafoe drama in Vienna and explore Frances’ ceiling going forward. Also, Anett Kontaveit continued her stunning Fall run with a dominant win over Simona Halep in Cluj. Marin Cilic warmed our hearts by managing to turn back the clock in St.Petersburg. All that, our Parting Shots, and a special Halloween Edition of ‘The Pun Gun’ on this week’s show! Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, acc...
Antwerp: Inappropriate Questions
October 25, 2021 10:10 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBWe all knew this was coming eventually... a Novak Djokovic quote about Vaccinations. Devang and Simon unpack the world number 1’s interview before turning our attention to a surprisingly busy week of tour tennis. Lastly, in our parting shots we discuss Roger Federer having a tram named after him in Basel. Yes that did actually happen. Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEra o...
115. Antwerp: Inappropriate Questions
October 25, 2021 10:10 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBWe all knew this was coming eventually... a Novak Djokovic quote about Vaccinations. Devang and Simon unpack the world number 1’s interview before turning our attention to a surprisingly busy week of tour tennis. Lastly, in our parting shots we discuss Roger Federer having a tram named after him in Basel. Yes that did actually happen. Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEra o...
Indian Wells: It’s About Family
October 18, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBAt the end of a truly bizarre Indian Wells, we saw two shocking finals, but for different reasons. In a brand new Open Era, Simon and Devang dive into the latest headlines around Tennis, including new realities discovered in the ‘Big 3-less’ Californian desert, Victoria Azarenka’s inspiring run, and Paula Badosa’s arrival. Also, Killa Cam’Ron N.O.R.E is the men’s UK No.1(!!). Plus, Dev’s sister Urmi joins the show to talk about the ridiculous Badosa/Vika final and her own tennis journey. It’s...
114. Indian Wells: It’s About Family
October 18, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBAt the end of a truly bizarre Indian Wells, we saw two shocking finals, but for different reasons. In a brand new Open Era, Simon and Devang dive into the latest headlines around Tennis, including new realities discovered in the ‘Big 3-less’ Californian desert, Victoria Azarenka’s inspiring run, and Paula Badosa’s arrival. Also, Killa Cam’Ron N.O.R.E is the men’s UK No.1(!!). Plus, Dev’s sister Urmi joins the show to talk about the ridiculous Badosa/Vika final and her own tennis journey. It’s...
113. Indian Wells: Just Deserts
October 11, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBThis week Simon and Devang welcome the great Owen from The Racket to discuss the “latest”, including an update on the Alexander Zverev investigation. Then they head to the extremely slow courts of Indian Wells, where Leylah Fernandez hopes to maintain her otherworldly US Open level. Emma Raducanu lost early, but received the NY Times feature treatment. Also, is 40-shot rally tennis good, Opelka speaks candidly, Murray loses his ring and plenty, plenty more. Come join the Patreon tour for bo...
Indian Wells: Just Deserts
October 11, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBThis week Simon and Devang welcome the great Owen from The Racket to discuss the “latest”, including an update on the Alexander Zverev investigation. Then they head to the extremely slow courts of Indian Wells, where Leylah Fernandez hopes to maintain her otherworldly US Open level. Emma Raducanu lost early, but received the NY Times feature treatment. Also, is 40-shot rally tennis good, Opelka speaks candidly, Murray loses his ring and plenty, plenty more. Come join the Patreon tour for bo...
112. Chicago: Just Vaxing the Question
October 04, 2021 10:10 - 1 hour - 90 MBWe have a jam packed show this week so we brought in Pog from Pog’s Tennis Channel (@FoQPTennis) to discuss everything from vaccine requirements to casting tennis' James Bond. We also round up the three tournaments which took place this week. Jannik Sinner went back to back in Sofia, and we had some surprise results in Chicago and San Diego. Lots of Tennis coming your way in this week's show. Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free e...
Chicago: Just Vaxing the Question
October 04, 2021 10:10 - 1 hour - 90 MBWe have a jam packed show this week so we brought in Pog from Pog’s Tennis Channel (@FoQPTennis) to discuss everything from vaccine requirements to casting tennis' James Bond. We also round up the three tournaments which took place this week. Jannik Sinner went back to back in Sofia, and we had some surprise results in Chicago and San Diego. Lots of Tennis coming your way in this week's show. Come join the Patreon tour for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free ep...
111. Boston: “He Said That?”
September 27, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBThe Laver Cup was an absolute rout, but there was plenty to talk about in its aftermath. On today’s show, Simon - still trapped in the UK - and Devang discuss Fed’s surprise visit to Boston, the drama, and our recommendations for changing the event. Plus, there was “real” tennis in Ostrava, Metz, and Nur-Sultan. Also, Kim Clijsters is back, Serena is 40, Anthony Joshua got wrecked (Boxing klaxon) and our Parting Shots. Hope you enjoy it. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, acces...
Boston: “He Said That?”
September 27, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBThe Laver Cup was an absolute rout, but there was plenty to talk about in its aftermath. On today’s show, Simon - still trapped in the UK - and Devang discuss Fed’s surprise visit to Boston, the drama, and our recommendations for changing the event. Plus, there was “real” tennis in Ostrava, Metz, and Nur-Sultan. Also, Kim Clijsters is back, Serena is 40, Anthony Joshua got wrecked (Boxing klaxon) and our Parting Shots. Hope you enjoy it. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, acces...
Luxembourg: Keep It Clara
September 20, 2021 10:10 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBOn a special election edition of the podcast, Amy Lundy Dahl joins Simon and Devang to weigh in on the latest in the tennis world, including the ATP’s new strategic plan, Davis Cup action, and the WTA’s new generation. Meanwhile, FAA and Leylah Fernandez made waves at the Met Gala, Emma Raducanu finally went home, and the Laver Cup forged ahead once again - with Alexander Zverev and without women. Oh yes, there is another teen phenom: Clara Tauson. All that, plus our Parting Shots on another ...
110. Luxembourg: Keep It Clara
September 20, 2021 10:10 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBOn a special election edition of the podcast, Amy Lundy Dahl joins Simon and Devang to weigh in on the latest in the tennis world, including the ATP’s new strategic plan, Davis Cup action, and the WTA’s new generation. Meanwhile, FAA and Leylah Fernandez made waves at the Met Gala, Emma Raducanu finally went home, and the Laver Cup forged ahead once again - with Alexander Zverev and without women. Oh yes, there is another teen phenom: Clara Tauson. All that, plus our Parting Shots on another ...
US Open: Teenage Dreams
September 13, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBWas that the best Grand Slam tournament we’ve ever seen? Vivek Jacob joins Simon and Devang to examine an utterly batshit US Open. Among the topics: the all-teenager women’s final, what’s next for Leylah Fernandez and Emma Raducanu and Daniil Medvedev thwarting Novak Djokovic’s quest for tennis immortality. Also, our favourite matches, commentators and outfits, and some general words about how much this tournament made us love tennis again. It’s a good one. Come join the Patreon family for ...
109. US Open: Teenage Dreams
September 13, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBWas that the best Grand Slam tournament we’ve ever seen? Vivek Jacob joins Simon and Devang to examine an utterly batshit US Open. Among the topics: the all-teenager women’s final, what’s next for Leylah Fernandez and Emma Raducanu and Daniil Medvedev thwarting Novak Djokovic’s quest for tennis immortality. Also, our favourite matches, commentators and outfits, and some general words about how much this tournament made us love tennis again. It’s a good one. Come join the Patreon family for ...
US Open: Everybody Hates Stef
September 06, 2021 10:10 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBWeek number 2 is upcoming at Flushing Meadows. Now that we’ve got the bathroom jokes out of our system we can get to the bottom of all the action which took place in week 1 at the US Open. Sorry, before this gets too corny, let’s address the elephant in the room. Stefanos Tsitsipas takes a long long time in the bathroom. We talk about what he might be doing there before going rapid fire with 10 matches which caught our eye in 20 minutes. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, acc...