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Crunching the Numbers

50 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -

The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current tournament results, paired with the perspecitve of a high performance coach (with lots of fun along the way).

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Episodes

2020 Season Review

November 26, 2020 05:27 - 52 minutes - 96.8 MB

It's the end of the ATP and WTA season for 2020, and Marc, Val and Joel are joined by Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sports Analytics to review the tennis season and make their predictions for 2021. On the final Tennis Menu TV show for the year: - The boys give their review of both tours. - Discussion on Serena and the Big three. - Who shone, which player had a renaissance and which player had an awful year? - The all important 2021 predictions The only show that gives you a comprehen...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Finals Review | Medvedev Tops Thiem

November 23, 2020 05:03 - 30 minutes - 55.9 MB

Daniil Medvedev has overcome strong competition from Dominic Thiem to win the 2020 Nitto ATP Tour Finals in London. Marc, Val and Joel take an in depth look at the match and analyse how he did it. Listen to find out how you can receive a discounted subscription to https://www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - How did Daniil Medvedev come from behind to take the victory over Thiem? - How did he combat Thiem's game? - The boys analyse Thiem's shift in style for the match. - Discussion...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 7 Review | Titanic Semis

November 22, 2020 01:32 - 19 minutes - 34.9 MB

Join Marc, Val and Joel as they look at the two epic semi finals from the 2020 Nitto ATP Tour Finals in London. Dominic Thiem will take on Daniil Medvedev in the final match tomorrow. Listen to find out how you can receive a discounted subscription to https://www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - The boys analyse Dominic Thiem's mental fortitude to overcome a test from @Novak Djokovic. - How did Medvedev finally solve the Rafa Nadal riddle? - The all important picks for tonight's epi...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 6 Review | Novak Djokovic Slides into the Semi Finals

November 21, 2020 03:56 - 32 minutes - 60.1 MB

The semi finals are set at the 2020 Nitto ATP Finals in London. Val and Joel are joined by Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sports Analytics as they analyse a huge day 6 of the tournament. Listen to find out how you can receive a discounted subscription to https://www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - Shane delves into last night's matches and tells us how they were won. - They discuss Novak Djokovic's pressure game. - Daniil is unstoppable against Scwhartzman. - How does Thiem tame ...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 5 Review | Phenomenadal

November 20, 2020 04:53 - 21 minutes - 39 MB

Day 5 at the 2020 Nitto A Finals in London is done and dusted. Marc, Val and Joel break down all the action. Listen to find out how you can receive a discounted subscription to https://www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - The defending champ is out, Rafa accounts for Tsitsipas - Rublev upsets Thiem - We explain the group rankings, and why Thiem is first despite a worse record than Nadal. - We preview tonight's matches. The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of curren...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 4 Review | Daniil The Great

November 19, 2020 02:25 - 29 minutes - 53.5 MB

Join Marc, Val and Joel as they review a big day 4 at the 2020 Nitto ATP  Finals in London. Listen to find out how you can receive a discounted  subscription to www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - Daniil Medvedev was incredible, how did he destroy Novak? - How far off having sustained success is he? - Alexander Zverev's serve and what he has to do to beat Novak. - Who wins tonight's big matchups? The  only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results,  paired w...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 3 Review | Dominant Thiem

November 18, 2020 04:11 - 25 minutes - 46.3 MB

Day 3 at the 2020 Nitto ATP Tour Finals in London. Marc, Val and Joel are here to get you up to speed on all the action. Listen to find out how you can receive a discount to www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - Dominic Thiem’s phenomenal performance against Rafa Nadal. - How has Thiem become so clutch? - Andrey Rublev missing out on a match point against Stefanos Tsitsipas. - Who wins tonight’s matches The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 2 Review | The Brick Wall Prevails

November 17, 2020 03:24 - 33 minutes - 60.9 MB

A huge day at the 2020 Nitto ATP Tour Finals in London. Marc, Val and Joel are here to get you up to speed on all the action. Listen to find out how you can receive a discount to www.thetennismenu.com On today's show: - What is up with the @Alexander Zverev serve? - How can a coach assist on court when there are external issues with a player? - Has Diego Schwartzman reached his ceiling? - @Bernard Tomic's latest escapade - Who wins tonight's crunch matches? The only show that gives yo...

2020 Nitto ATP Finals | Day 1 Review | Court Speed Demons

November 16, 2020 03:49 - 28 minutes - 52 MB

The 2020 Nitto ATP finals in London are underway, and Marc Sophoulis, Val Febbo and Joel Fruci are here to get you up to speed on everything that happened on day 1. On today's show: - A look at the big news out of Australia today - Review of the final season events - The boys chat about how the first matches of the ATP Finals were won. - A big preview of tonight's matches. - Discussion about court speed. The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired ...

The Elite Eight of Tennis - Who's Going to Win?

November 14, 2020 00:40 - 28 minutes - 52.3 MB

We're back for another huge tournament - The Nitto ATP Finals in London. Marc Sophoulis, Val Febbo and Joel Fruci analyse the field and take an in depth look at the form of all eight players, including giving their picks for group winners and who they think will be holding the trophy at the end of the the event. The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach (with lots of fun along the way). Podcast.Catch a...

French Open | Men's Final Review | Rafa's 20 in 2020

October 12, 2020 04:16 - 30 minutes - 56 MB

Rafael Nadal has made it 20 grand slams and 13 French Open titles as he overcame Novak Djokovic in the Roland Garros final. On today's show Marc, Val and Joel Fruci take an in depth look at the match and discuss what the result means for tennis. Also on today:   - Inside Rafa's 13th Roland Garros title.  - It was un-Novak.  - Can Novak catch 20?  - What are we looking forward to in 2021   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired with the perspecti...

French Open | Women's Final Review | Poland Garros

October 11, 2020 03:45 - 29 minutes - 54.9 MB

Congratulations to Poland's Iga Swiatek, winner of the 2020 French Open  at Roland Garros. On today's show Marc, Val and Joel Fruci look in depth  at how she managed to defeat Sofia Kenin to win her maiden grand slam  title title. Also on today: - What she did tactically to beat Kenin - How she is able to create width - Who wins the men's final? - The stakes of humiliation for each host The  only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results,  paired with the perspecti...

French Open | Day 13 Review | Fifth Set Cramps

October 10, 2020 03:14 - 28 minutes - 52.4 MB

What a massive day at Roland Garros, with both men's singles semifinals  complete.  Marc, Val and Joel dissect both matches, and preview the  upcoming women's singles final. On today's show:   - We review the men's semifinals at Roland Garros.  - How did Djokovic overcome Tsitsipas?  - Why do young guys struggle over five sets?  - What did Rafa do to break down Diego?  - Women's final preview  The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current  results, paired with the p...

French Open | Day 12 Review | Down to Two

October 09, 2020 04:23 - 31 minutes - 57 MB

The women's singles final is set! Join Marc, Val and Joel as they  discuss all of the semi final action from overnight at Roland Garros. On  today's show:   - Reviewing the women's semifinals  - What did Kenin do to negate Kvitova?  - Who does the women's final matchup suit?  - Previewing the men's semis.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current  results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach (with  lots of fun along the way).   Catch all the ...

French Open | Day 11 Review | Dropping Data

October 08, 2020 01:50 - 29 minutes - 53.4 MB

A massive French Open show today, with data analyst Shane Liyanage from  Data Driven Sports Analytics joining Marc, Val and Joel to discuss  everything from Roland Garros overnight. Shane is a leading authority on  tennis analytics and works with a number of players who had great runs  at this year's event.  On today's show:   - Data analyst Shane liyanage joins us  - Reviewing Novak Djokovic's win over Pablo Carreno Busta  - What can Tsitsipas do to make the final?  - How did Kenin ove...

French Open | Day 10 Review | Late nights in Paris

October 07, 2020 04:38 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

It's quarterfinals day in Paris. Join Marc, Val and Joel as they recap  all the action from a big day 10 at Roland Garros. On today's show:   - Dominic Thiem and Diego Schwartzman's epic encounter.  - Jannik Sinner battled hard against Nadal, how did he test him?  - Danielle Collins is moving to a quarterfinal.  - Nadia Podoroska's story.  - Inside Iga Swiatek's game.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current  results, paired with the perspective of a high perf...

French Open | Day 9 Review | Musical Chairs

October 06, 2020 01:54 - 29 minutes - 54 MB

Join Marc, Val and Joel for an exciting show as they discuss the action  from day 9 at Roland Garros. On today's show:   - Sofia Kenin's dad is playing musical chairs.  - Petra Kvitova's inspirational narrative.  - Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal's eerily similar stats.  - Tsitsipas and Rublev are on a collision course.  - Our thoughts on Grigor Dimitrov.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current  results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach...

French Open | Day 8 Review | Covid Calamity

October 05, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutes - 52.6 MB

Day 8 of the French Open is complete. Listen as Marc, Val and Joel  discuss everything from a huge day of action. On today's show:   - Alexander Zverev is playing with Covid symptoms. What it means.  - Hugo Gaston valiant in defeat against Thiem.  - Iga Swiatek supreme against Halep.  - The unseeded players making their mark at RG20.  - Is Thiem fatigued?   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current  results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach...

French Open | Day 7 Review | Dominos fall

October 04, 2020 02:29 - 27 minutes - 50 MB

Another exciting show today, with Marc, Val and Joel discussing all the  action from day 7 at Roland Garros. On today's show:   - Women's guns tumble.  - How did Muguruza fall?  - Ons Jabeur continues her rise.  - Daniel Altmaier's unexpected run.  - Who can stop Novak?  - Pablo Carreno Busta on fire again.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current  results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach (with  lots of fun along the way).   Catch all ...

French Open | Day 6 Review | Lowly ranked superstars

October 03, 2020 03:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Join Marc, Val and Joel for another exciting episode as they update you on everything that happened on day 6 of the French Open at Roland Garros. On today's show, the boys discuss:   - Hugo Gaston's huge win over Stan Wawrinka.  - Nadal and Thiem are on a collision course  - How low ranked players are making inroads this tournament  - Simona Halep is on fire! - Garcia is under no crowd pressure  - Kiki Bertens' Lazarus performance   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis...

French Open | Day 5 Review | A Hawk-Eye on Data

October 02, 2020 05:17 - 34 minutes - 63.5 MB

As special show today, with special guest Shane Liyanage of Data Driven  Sports Analytics joining Marc, Val and Joel to provide all the data to a  big day of news on day 5 of the French Open.   - Denis Shapovalov's epic loss.  - Does hawk eye need to be implemented on clay?  - How to distract yourself from outside noise.  - Rafa, Thiem or Novak, who wins out of those three?  - Ons Jabeur's fantastic year.  - Can Karolina Pliskova win a slam?  - Ostapenko is clubbing winners   The onl...

French Open | Day 4 Review | Upsets and Obscenities

October 01, 2020 04:26 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

What a show today, with day 4 of the French Open at Roland Garros concluding overnight. Marc, Val and Joel dissect all that happened, and have a good time along the way.   - What happened in the Bertens vs Errani match.  - The most recent Nick Kyrgios Twitter feud.  - Serena out, can she win Grand Slam #24?  - Nadal, Thiem and Wawrinka all breeze through.  - One or two handed backhand?  - Zverev’s serve.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paire...

French Open | Day 3 Review | The Best and Worst

September 30, 2020 04:11 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Day 3 of the 2020 French Open has concluded, meaning round 1 is done and dusted. Join Marc, Val and @Joel as they discuss some of the hot topics from the action overnight at Roland Garros. - Is this Denmark's next great hope? - The difference between a players best and worst - Can an unseeded player win the event? - Australian Marc Polmans' win - Returning positions this tournament The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired with the perspective of ...

French Open | Day 2 Review | Drop Shots and Skids

September 29, 2020 03:36 - 28 minutes - 51.5 MB

Join high performance coach Marc Sopholous as he discusses day 2 of the French Open with tennis journalists Val Febbo and Joel Fruci. A show not to be missed:   - Why players are standing so close to the baseline.  - Nuances of the conditions.  - Fatigue after long matches.  - Upsets galore in mens draw.  - Why Aussie men struggle on clay.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach (with lots of fu...

French Open | Day 1 Review | Catastrophic Conditions

September 28, 2020 06:10 - 30 minutes - 55.2 MB

A massive show today, with hosts Val, Marc and Joel dissecting everything from day 1 of the French Open.    - What’s wrong with the balls and conditions?  - We touch on some long men’s matches.  - The advantage fifth set discussion.  - Why are the qualifiers doing well?  - Gauff continues her rise.  - Simona Halep storms through.  The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired with the perspective of a high performance coach (with lots of fun along the...

French Open Show - Women's Draw Preview

September 26, 2020 05:50 - 29 minutes - 53.4 MB

It's time for the team to take an in depth look at the women's French Open draw for 2020, and what a field it is. Marc, Val and Joel give their tips, discuss the players to watch and talk everything tennis in this special edition of the French Open Show.   The only show that gives you a comprehensive analysis of current results, paired with the perspecitve of a high performance coach (with lots of fun along the way).   Catch all the action on the The Tennis Menu Facebook page and Youtube ch...

French Open Show - Men's Draw Preview

September 25, 2020 08:10 - 41 minutes - 76.3 MB

We're back for another massive two weeks as the 2020 French Open begins at ROLAND-GARROS. Hear from high performance coach Marc Sophoulis and expert tennis commentators Val Febbo and Joel Fruci from the Break Point Podcast as they dissect matches, preview upcoming rounds and give their take on everything that's happening in the world of tennis. In today's episode listen as the team dissect the men's draw, tell you who are the players to watch, and pick who they think will go deep into the t...

Movement

August 21, 2020 08:42 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Backhands & Ratings

August 21, 2020 08:38 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

The Tennis Menu

August 21, 2020 08:29 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Forehands & Ratings

August 21, 2020 07:56 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Return Positions

August 21, 2020 07:38 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

The Art of Simplicity

August 21, 2020 07:32 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Evolving Post Prime

August 21, 2020 07:26 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Player Development

August 21, 2020 07:18 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Hypothetical Scenarios

June 27, 2020 05:05 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Attacking with Safety

June 27, 2020 04:57 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Myth Busting

June 27, 2020 04:51 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Making Data Applicable

June 27, 2020 04:41 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Tournament Play

June 27, 2020 04:35 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MB

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Understanding the Player

June 27, 2020 04:26 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Gender Differences

June 27, 2020 04:18 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

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Shot Chains

June 27, 2020 04:04 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

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Dissecting the Data

June 23, 2020 06:07 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

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Crunching the Numbers - The Lefty Dilemma

May 23, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Crunching the Numbers - Predictability and Patterns

May 16, 2020 03:00 - 19 minutes - 44.5 MB

Join Marc Sophoulis from The Tennis Menu and Shane Liyanage from Data Driven Sport Analytics as they discuss the latest data trends in tennis. www.thetennismenu.com

Crunching the Numbers - Making Volleys Great Again

May 09, 2020 03:00 - 18 minutes - 43 MB

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Crunching the Numbers - Keeping it Real

April 18, 2020 03:00 - 18 minutes - 33.1 MB

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Crunching the Numbers - Service Ascendancy

April 11, 2020 03:00 - 27 minutes - 63 MB

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Crunching the Numbers - The First Four Games

March 28, 2020 02:00 - 12 minutes - 29.3 MB

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