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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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...
US Open: You Need More People
August 30, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBAs Kele Okereke once sang: So Here We Are. Main draw play begins Monday in New York City and the lads are...relatively excited. We’ll go with that. On today’s show, Simon and Devang examine the latest from the US Open, including an update on the Alexander Zverev assault allegations. There’s also a new Roger Federer book out, an excerpt of which appeared in the New York Times and piqued our interest. That plus the draws, Novak Djokovic’s quest for tennis immortality and of course, some excelle...
107. US Open: You Need More People
August 30, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBAs Kele Okereke once sang: So Here We Are. Main draw play begins Monday in New York City and the lads are...relatively excited. We’ll go with that. On today’s show, Simon and Devang examine the latest from the US Open, including an update on the Alexander Zverev assault allegations. There’s also a new Roger Federer book out, an excerpt of which appeared in the New York Times and piqued our interest. That plus the draws, Novak Djokovic’s quest for tennis immortality and of course, some excelle...
Cincinnati: Do You Rublieve in Life After Love
August 23, 2021 10:05 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBYes, the episode title is a Cher pun this week, but did you see what happened in Cincy? On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang dive into a wild US Open warmup event in Ohio that featured headline stealing news from players (cough, Rafael Nadal, cough) that weren’t even there! Medvedev, Barty, Rublev, Teichmann, Zverev, Osaka, Tsitsipas, the Tsitsipas family cell plan - they’re all covered plus as always, our parting shots and the now famous, ‘section within a segment.’ Come join the Patre...
106. Cincinnati: Do You Rublieve in Life After Love
August 23, 2021 10:05 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBYes, the episode title is a Cher pun this week, but did you see what happened in Cincy? On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang dive into a wild US Open warmup event in Ohio that featured headline stealing news from players (cough, Rafael Nadal, cough) that weren’t even there! Medvedev, Barty, Rublev, Teichmann, Zverev, Osaka, Tsitsipas, the Tsitsipas family cell plan - they’re all covered plus as always, our parting shots and the now famous, ‘section within a segment.’ Come join the Patre...
105. Canada: Big Land, Big Man
August 16, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBWell would you look at that, tennis came to us. The gang's back together for this week’s show, with both the WTA and ATP visiting Canada. Devang tells us about watching a disappointing Felix Auger Aliassime performance live and the overall vibe at a covid-impacted tournament. Plus, an update on Bianca Andreescu’s progress, more surgery for Roger Federer, and an ode to a particular type of big man tennis. All that and much more in another Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonus conte...
Canada: Big Land, Big Man
August 16, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBWell would you look at that, tennis came to us. The gang's back together for this week’s show, with both the WTA and ATP visiting Canada. Devang tells us about watching a disappointing Felix Auger Aliassime performance live and the overall vibe at a covid-impacted tournament. Plus, an update on Bianca Andreescu’s progress, more surgery for Roger Federer, and an ode to a particular type of big man tennis. All that and much more in another Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonus conte...
104. Replay: String Theory and Racquet Evolution with Tennisnerd
August 09, 2021 10:10 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBSimon and Devang are BOTH away this week, but as they prepare for live tennis in Toronto, catch an episode recorded last year on a subject dear to their hearts. The 1997 French Open is known for the breakout of one Gustavo Kuerten, but it also ushered in a change that we are still feeling today. The Tennisnerd’s Jonas Eriksson joined the guys to talk about racquets, strings, and Guga. We'll be back next week with a fresh episode for our wonderful listeners. Come join the Patreon family for ...
Replay: String Theory and Racquet Evolution with Tennisnerd
August 09, 2021 10:10 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBSimon and Devang are BOTH away this week, but as they prepare for live tennis in Toronto, catch an episode recorded last year on a subject dear to their hearts. The 1997 French Open is known for the breakout of one Gustavo Kuerten, but it also ushered in a change that we are still feeling today. The Tennisnerd’s Jonas Eriksson joined the guys to talk about racquets, strings, and Guga. We'll be back next week with a fresh episode for our wonderful listeners. Come join the Patreon family for ...
103. Tokyo: Belinda Freakin’ Bencic
August 02, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 79 MBThe strange journey that was Tennis at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics has concluded, leaving Simon and Devang with plenty to discuss. On this week’s Open Era the guys examine Novak Djokovic’s shocking conclusion to these games, the incredible performances of Belinda Bencic and Elina Vesnina’s inspiring ROC Nation campaign, among others. In between, they covered the tweets that made us think, laugh, and cringe. It’s a fun one, so tune in. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to th...
Tokyo: Belinda Freakin’ Bencic
August 02, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 79 MBThe strange journey that was Tennis at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics has concluded, leaving Simon and Devang with plenty to discuss. On this week’s Open Era the guys examine Novak Djokovic’s shocking conclusion to these games, the incredible performances of Belinda Bencic and Elina Vesnina’s inspiring ROC Nation campaign, among others. In between, they covered the tweets that made us think, laugh, and cringe. It’s a fun one, so tune in. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to th...
Tokyo: Top Seed Turvy
July 26, 2021 10:05 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MBWe are heading to Tokyo for the Olympic games! With Devang taking a well deserved rest Simon is joined by Luke Peristy to discuss the tumultuous first few days of the Olympic Games. In addition, we give Luke the “Commissioner of Tennis” keys and dive into a bumper crop of news in our Parting Shots. 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 h...
102. Tokyo: Top Seed Turvy
July 26, 2021 10:05 - 55 minutes - 76.6 MBWe are heading to Tokyo for the Olympic games! With Devang taking a well deserved rest Simon is joined by Luke Peristy to discuss the tumultuous first few days of the Olympic Games. In addition, we give Luke the “Commissioner of Tennis” keys and dive into a bumper crop of news in our Parting Shots. 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 h...
101. Midseason Tennis Awards Gala!
July 19, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBIt’s the unofficial midway point of the 2021 season so it’s time to reflect. With Simon away, friend of the show Vivek Jacob joins Devang to hand out some hardware six and a half months into the campaign. No, Novak Djokovic and Ash Barty didn’t sweep everything. Plus, the guys talk about the Olympics, the state of everything (bad) amid the rash of withdrawals, Naomi Osaka’s Netflix documentary plus much more on the latest Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to th...
Midseason Tennis Awards Gala!
July 19, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBIt’s the unofficial midway point of the 2021 season so it’s time to reflect. With Simon away, friend of the show Vivek Jacob joins Devang to hand out some hardware six and a half months into the campaign. No, Novak Djokovic and Ash Barty didn’t sweep everything. Plus, the guys talk about the Olympics, the state of everything (bad) amid the rash of withdrawals, Naomi Osaka’s Netflix documentary plus much more on the latest Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to th...
100. Wimbledon: Slow Dancing in a Burning Room
July 12, 2021 10:10 - 55 minutes - 76 MBTwenty Grand Slams. We have some company at the top. Yes, Novak Djokovic continued his dominant reign atop the Men’s game at Wimbledon on Sunday. Simon and Devang unpack the latest historic feat from the Super Serb, and grapple with what a Calendar Golden Slam would mean. Ash Barty made a feel good story permanent, capturing her second slam and Australia’s first at Wimbledon in 41 years on the women’s side. We talk about the winners, plus Federer reaction, Sabalenka, Pliskova, Shapo, FAA plus...
Wimbledon: Slow Dancing in a Burning Room
July 12, 2021 10:10 - 55 minutes - 76 MBTwenty Grand Slams. We have some company at the top. Yes, Novak Djokovic continued his dominant reign atop the Men’s game at Wimbledon on Sunday. Simon and Devang unpack the latest historic feat from the Super Serb, and grapple with what a Calendar Golden Slam would mean. Ash Barty made a feel good story permanent, capturing her second slam and Australia’s first at Wimbledon in 41 years on the women’s side. We talk about the winners, plus Federer reaction, Sabalenka, Pliskova, Shapo, FAA plus...
Wimbledon: Born Slippy
July 05, 2021 10:05 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBYou won’t believe these 10 things that happened at Wimbledon this week! Number 9 will SHOCK you. We highlight 10 moments from this week at the All England Club which caught our eye. Plus we go deep into the Open Era Fanfiction, it’s a dark and disturbing place. We round it all out with our Parting Shots, which will from here out be known as Shapo Trap House. Who will have the better career? Sofia Kenin or Bianca Andreescu? Yes, that's actually a question we’ll cover this week. Come join...
99. Wimbledon: Born Slippy
July 05, 2021 10:05 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBYou won’t believe these 10 things that happened at Wimbledon this week! Number 9 will SHOCK you. We highlight 10 moments from this week at the All England Club which caught our eye. Plus we go deep into the Open Era Fanfiction, it’s a dark and disturbing place. We round it all out with our Parting Shots, which will from here out be known as Shapo Trap House. Who will have the better career? Sofia Kenin or Bianca Andreescu? Yes, that's actually a question we’ll cover this week. Come joi...
98. Wimbledon: Strawberries and Chill
June 28, 2021 10:05 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBAfter a long wait, we’re finally ready for The Championships. On today’s Open Era, Simon and Devang dissect the Wimbledon draw - including Serena, Andy and Roger’s chances of making deep runs. Plus, the PTPA went on the offensive this week ahead of a vote on the ATP’s 30-year plan. Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil outline their case with some help, and the guys dig into the massive ramifications of the upcoming vote and potential merger of tours. And as always, we’ve got our Wimby picks and ...
Wimbledon: Strawberries and Chill
June 28, 2021 10:05 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBAfter a long wait, we’re finally ready for The Championships. On today’s Open Era, Simon and Devang dissect the Wimbledon draw - including Serena, Andy and Roger’s chances of making deep runs. Plus, the PTPA went on the offensive this week ahead of a vote on the ATP’s 30-year plan. Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil outline their case with some help, and the guys dig into the massive ramifications of the upcoming vote and potential merger of tours. And as always, we’ve got our Wimby picks and ...
97. Birmingham: Ons and Ons
June 21, 2021 10:05 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBGrass court season is in full swing, and though it’s not very long, we love it. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tour Europe, where players on both tours prepare for Wimbledon. Rafael Nadal, Milos Raonic and Naomi Osaka will not be there, but others solidified their case for contention in a couple weeks in Halle, Birmingham, Queen’s Club and Berlin, respectively. Plus, the guys check-in on Felix Auger Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov, who made deep runs but ultimately fell short. Plus,...
Birmingham: Ons and Ons
June 21, 2021 10:05 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBGrass court season is in full swing, and though it’s not very long, we love it. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang tour Europe, where players on both tours prepare for Wimbledon. Rafael Nadal, Milos Raonic and Naomi Osaka will not be there, but others solidified their case for contention in a couple weeks in Halle, Birmingham, Queen’s Club and Berlin, respectively. Plus, the guys check-in on Felix Auger Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov, who made deep runs but ultimately fell short. Plus,...
96. French Open: High-Stefinition
June 14, 2021 10:05 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBWe were treated to a stunning final week in Paris with possibly the greatest clay court match of all time included in the mix. Barbora Krejcikova decided to take a break from winning in Doubles (which she still won) to win the Singles title and a small kid who doesn’t know how to fight became a man, but that wasn’t enough to overcome the terminator that is Novak Djokovic. Also, Felix Auger Aliassime lost in another final, which Devang and Simon sadly discuss. All that and more on a brand new ...
French Open: High-Stefinition
June 14, 2021 10:05 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBWe were treated to a stunning final week in Paris with possibly the greatest clay court match of all time included in the mix. Barbora Krejcikova decided to take a break from winning in Doubles (which she still won) to win the Singles title and a small kid who doesn’t know how to fight became a man, but that wasn’t enough to overcome the terminator that is Novak Djokovic. Also, Felix Auger Aliassime lost in another final, which Devang and Simon sadly discuss. All that and more on a brand new ...
French Open: Major Withdrawal
June 07, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBWe’ve made it through a calamitous opening week of the French Open with plenty to discuss, both on and off the court. Simon and Devang give their thoughts on the withdrawals of Naomi Osaka and Roger Federer and their subsequent coverage. On the court, Nadal and Djokovic continued on their path towards confrontation, while Serena Williams introduced tweaks to her game. On the youth scene, Iga Swiatek continues to dominate at Roland Garros while the Tsitsipas quest for slam immortality trudges ...
95. French Open: Major Withdrawal
June 07, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBWe’ve made it through a calamitous opening week of the French Open with plenty to discuss, both on and off the court. Simon and Devang give their thoughts on the withdrawals of Naomi Osaka and Roger Federer and their subsequent coverage. On the court, Nadal and Djokovic continued on their path towards confrontation, while Serena Williams introduced tweaks to her game. On the youth scene, Iga Swiatek continues to dominate at Roland Garros while the Tsitsipas quest for slam immortality trudges ...
French Open: Just Talk to Me
May 31, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBWho knew that the simple act of Naomi Osaka refusing to speak at press conferences during the French Open would set off such a firestorm? We are joined this week by the incredible Caitlin Thompson (@caitlin_thomps) of Racquet Magazine to digest a truly memorable week. Oh and the French Open started! We cover our winners and surprises along with trying to figure out quite why a statue of Rafael Nadal has been built while he is still very much alive. Come join the Patreon family for bonus c...
94. French Open: Just Talk to Me
May 31, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBWho knew that the simple act of Naomi Osaka refusing to speak at press conferences during the French Open would set off such a firestorm? We are joined this week by the incredible Caitlin Thompson (@caitlin_thomps) of Racquet Magazine to digest a truly memorable week. Oh and the French Open started! We cover our winners and surprises along with trying to figure out quite why a statue of Rafael Nadal has been built while he is still very much alive. Come join the Patreon family for bonus c...
Geneva: Buying or Selling?
May 24, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBWe’re one week out from the French Open, so it’s time to take stock of both tours. Vivek Jacob (@vivekmjacob) joins Simon and Devang to discuss the players that have caught their eye for the right and wrong reasons with Paris looming. Find out where they stand on Denis Shapovalov, Bianca Andreescu and Felix Auger-Aliassime heading into the second Grand Slam of the year, plus, expectations for Roger and Serena, Tennis’ Mt. Rushmore and plenty more! Come join the Patreon family for bonus cont...
93. Geneva: Buying or Selling?
May 24, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBWe’re one week out from the French Open, so it’s time to take stock of both tours. Vivek Jacob (@vivekmjacob) joins Simon and Devang to discuss the players that have caught their eye for the right and wrong reasons with Paris looming. Find out where they stand on Denis Shapovalov, Bianca Andreescu and Felix Auger-Aliassime heading into the second Grand Slam of the year, plus, expectations for Roger and Serena, Tennis’ Mt. Rushmore and plenty more! Come join the Patreon family for bonus cont...
92. Rome: Clash of the Titans
May 17, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBIt took Iga Swiatek 46 minutes to win her first title in Rome. It took Rafael Nadal 162 minutes to win his 10th title in Rome. They’re at different points in their careers, but let there be little doubt, both players are incredible. This week on Open Era, Simon and Devang recount an amazing week for the Polish teen and examine yet another riveting edition of the Nadal-Djokovic rivalry. That, plus Roger Federer’s return in Geneva, Ash Barty’s injury and Andy Murray’s future coming up on this w...
Rome: Clash of the Titans
May 17, 2021 10:05 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBIt took Iga Swiatek 46 minutes to win her first title in Rome. It took Rafael Nadal 162 minutes to win his 10th title in Rome. They’re at different points in their careers, but let there be little doubt, both players are incredible. This week on Open Era, Simon and Devang recount an amazing week for the Polish teen and examine yet another riveting edition of the Nadal-Djokovic rivalry. That, plus Roger Federer’s return in Geneva, Ash Barty’s injury and Andy Murray’s future coming up on this w...
91. Madrid: Existential Claysis
May 10, 2021 10:05 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MBWell, Madrid didn’t disappoint. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang recap a captivating tournament in the Spanish capital, where Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev emerged victorious. The guys debate Sabalenka’s chances of winning a ‘bigger’ prize very soon along with a host of other topics, including scary new ground for American Men’s Tennis, coaching changes in the WTA, the annual Rafa conversation and oh yea, WE’RE NOMINATED FOR A CANADIAN PODCASTING AWARD! Pretty cool, eh? Come...
Madrid: Existential Claysis
May 10, 2021 10:05 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MBWell, Madrid didn’t disappoint. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang recap a captivating tournament in the Spanish capital, where Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev emerged victorious. The guys debate Sabalenka’s chances of winning a ‘bigger’ prize very soon along with a host of other topics, including scary new ground for American Men’s Tennis, coaching changes in the WTA, the annual Rafa conversation and oh yea, WE’RE NOMINATED FOR A CANADIAN PODCASTING AWARD! Pretty cool, eh? Come...
Madrid: The Magic Box
May 03, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 74 MBWe arrive in Madrid with plenty to settle as the clay court season heats up. Naomi Osaka’s loss leads to another discussion on surfaces and who really is the favourite heading into the French Open. On the Men’s side, present could meet the future with Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz sharing the same half of the draw. Devang and Simon also discuss Denis Shapovalov’s recent struggles, the WTA’s golden era, and as always, provide their parting shots. All that and more coming up on Open Era! Co...
90. Madrid: The Magic Box
May 03, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 74 MBWe arrive in Madrid with plenty to settle as the clay court season heats up. Naomi Osaka’s loss leads to another discussion on surfaces and who really is the favourite heading into the French Open. On the Men’s side, present could meet the future with Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz sharing the same half of the draw. Devang and Simon also discuss Denis Shapovalov’s recent struggles, the WTA’s golden era, and as always, provide their parting shots. All that and more coming up on Open Era! Co...
Barcelona: Nadal’s Twelve
April 26, 2021 10:05 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBLet’s be honest, we only want to see the best 12 players in the world play against each other each week. Karatsev vs Djokovic, Karatsev vs Barty, Karatsev vs Nadal, Karatsev vs Osaka - It’ll be far far better than the European Super League. All jokes aside, it was a monster week in Tennis. We had blockbuster matchups in Barcelona, Belgrade, Istanbul and Stuttgart. The tennis just keeps on coming, good job the pandemic is over! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the e...
89. Barcelona: Nadal’s Twelve
April 26, 2021 10:05 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBLet’s be honest, we only want to see the best 12 players in the world play against each other each week. Karatsev vs Djokovic, Karatsev vs Barty, Karatsev vs Nadal, Karatsev vs Osaka - It’ll be far far better than the European Super League. All jokes aside, it was a monster week in Tennis. We had blockbuster matchups in Barcelona, Belgrade, Istanbul and Stuttgart. The tennis just keeps on coming, good job the pandemic is over! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the e...
Monte Carlo: Tsitsipas The Master
April 19, 2021 10:05 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBNovak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal competed in Monte Carlo this week, but it wasn’t them we were talking about at the end. On this week's Open Era, Simon and Devang unpack the Rublev-Tsitsipas final and predict what the rest of 2021 holds for these rising stars. Elsewhere, Leylah Fernandez leads Canada’s Billie Jean King Cup charge, Nick Kyrgios the coverstar, and tackling umpire abuse. All of that and more on this week’s Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the ...
88. Monte Carlo: Tsitsipas The Master
April 19, 2021 10:05 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBNovak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal competed in Monte Carlo this week, but it wasn’t them we were talking about at the end. On this week's Open Era, Simon and Devang unpack the Rublev-Tsitsipas final and predict what the rest of 2021 holds for these rising stars. Elsewhere, Leylah Fernandez leads Canada’s Billie Jean King Cup charge, Nick Kyrgios the coverstar, and tackling umpire abuse. All of that and more on this week’s Open Era! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the ...
87. Monte Carlo: When Felix Met Toni
April 12, 2021 10:05 - 55 minutes - 76 MBThe clay season begins in earnest this week with tournaments contested in Cagliari, Marbella, and Charleston kicking off matters, but the big news is about coaching. Toni Nadal, uncle of that guy ‘Rafa’, is linking up with Felix Auger Aliassime for the foreseeable future beginning in Monte Carlo. Simon and Devang talk about what this partnership could mean for Felix, Toni, and Rafa going forward. Also, the French Open is ‘postponed’ for an extra week amid alarming numbers in France and Carlos...
Monte Carlo: When Felix Met Toni
April 12, 2021 10:05 - 55 minutes - 76 MBThe clay season begins in earnest this week with tournaments contested in Cagliari, Marbella, and Charleston kicking off matters, but the big news is about coaching. Toni Nadal, uncle of that guy ‘Rafa’, is linking up with Felix Auger Aliassime for the foreseeable future beginning in Monte Carlo. Simon and Devang talk about what this partnership could mean for Felix, Toni, and Rafa going forward. Also, the French Open is ‘postponed’ for an extra week amid alarming numbers in France and Carlos...
86. Miami: We Like to Barty
April 05, 2021 10:05 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBBianca Andreescu’s incredible run in Miami didn’t end how anyone wanted, but positives can be taken away from this week. theScore’s Joe Wolfond joins Simon and Devang to break down Bibi’s highs and lows, and give credit to the ever-reliable Ash Barty. Also on the show: Hubert Hurkacz’s incredible run to the Miami Open title, Jannik Sinner’s unrelenting promise, and our parting shots featuring Pat Cash, Lindsay Davenport and the upcoming French Open. Come join the Patreon family for bonus co...
Miami: We Like to Barty
April 05, 2021 10:05 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBBianca Andreescu’s incredible run in Miami didn’t end how anyone wanted, but positives can be taken away from this week. theScore’s Joe Wolfond joins Simon and Devang to break down Bibi’s highs and lows, and give credit to the ever-reliable Ash Barty. Also on the show: Hubert Hurkacz’s incredible run to the Miami Open title, Jannik Sinner’s unrelenting promise, and our parting shots featuring Pat Cash, Lindsay Davenport and the upcoming French Open. Come join the Patreon family for bonus co...
85. Miami: #PlayersVoice
March 29, 2021 10:05 - 58 minutes - 80.2 MBDrama and controversy dominate the headlines this week in Miami. A confrontation between Vasek Pospisil and ATP president Andrea Gaundezi has led to our latest Open Era labour relations update. Simon and Devang recap the last few days featuring Vasek Pospisil, Novak Djokovic (in absentia), John Isner and other members of the #PlayersVoice movement. What is their message? What is their goal? Should we be giving them more credit? All that, plus you know, actual tennis stuff as the Miami Open ki...
Miami: #PlayersVoice
March 29, 2021 10:05 - 58 minutes - 80.2 MBDrama and controversy dominate the headlines this week in Miami. A confrontation between Vasek Pospisil and ATP president Andrea Gaundezi has led to our latest Open Era labour relations update. Simon and Devang recap the last few days featuring Vasek Pospisil, Novak Djokovic (in absentia), John Isner and other members of the #PlayersVoice movement. What is their message? What is their goal? Should we be giving them more credit? All that, plus you know, actual tennis stuff as the Miami Open ki...
Dubai: Aslan The Great
March 22, 2021 10:05 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MBMelbourne wasn’t a fluke. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang gush about Aslan Karatsev and his 1st ATP title while comparing him to a certain American legend. Also on the show: Leylah Annie Fernandez’s incredible run in Monterrey, the Zverev-Tsitsipas “blockbuster” in Acapulco and more 3 vs. 5 set grand slam debates. Tune in for a jam packed show! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/opene...
84. Dubai: Aslan The Great
March 22, 2021 10:05 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MBMelbourne wasn’t a fluke. On this week’s Open Era, Simon and Devang gush about Aslan Karatsev and his 1st ATP title while comparing him to a certain American legend. Also on the show: Leylah Annie Fernandez’s incredible run in Monterrey, the Zverev-Tsitsipas “blockbuster” in Acapulco and more 3 vs. 5 set grand slam debates. Tune in for a jam packed show! Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/opene...
83. Doha: For Whom The Fed Tolls
March 15, 2021 10:05 - 55 minutes - 76 MBThis week on Open Era, Devang and Simon dive into Roger Federer’s return in Doha, and its aftermath, including Fed’s very much up in the air schedule for 2021. Also this week, Genie Bouchard found herself back in a final, Daniil Medvedev cemented his ascension to the No. 2 ranking with a tournament win in Marseille and Garbine Muguruza continued to dabble with god mode. All that, and more, coming up on another OE. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive disco...