The Big T

Blazers off, sleeves rolled up…Mark Petchey recruits Steve Weissman and Prakash Amritraj for an ‘After Dark,’ post Laver Cup edition of THE BIG T, fresh off Team Europe's dominant 13-5 win in London. The trio shares the moments that made them say "wow," picks the players with the most to gain from the week and toasts Andre Agassi's emotional, inspirational run as Team World captain. Plus, the guys...

World No. 8 Frances Tiafoe finally brings the aura to THE BIG T as he opens up to Nick Monroe about the habits and mindset overhaul behind his stellar 2026 along with the state of American men's tennis and more. BG and Chiz kick things off with the Juan Carlos Ferrero coaching rumors, and BG's Big Board has a clear frontrunner.  🎾 Frances Tiafoe: The Extended Interview 🎾 How Big Foe Transfo...

Petko is back, teaming up with doubles guru Nick Monroe for a special one-guest episode built entirely around Taylor Fritz. After Andrea shares her Brad Pitt shoulder-rub story, Fritz joins to talk about his packed schedule, his gear tinkering, whether influencers belong courtside at Slams and what's ahead with Laver Cup & the ATP Race to the Finals.  🎾 Special Guest: Taylor Fritz🎾 Balancin...

BG & Ajla pull the 'night-shift' to close out the US Open and break down Alexander Zverev's win over Ben Shelton in the Men's Final. Plus they dive into whether Zverev, Rybakina and Siniakova are future first ballot Hall of Famers and a preview of the ATP & WTA’s Race To The Finals with the coveted top 8 spots on the line. 🎾 Zverev Downs Shelton for US Open Title and 2nd Major Title of 2026. 🎾 Z...

Elena Rybakina downs two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to capture her first US Open title and solidify her World No. 1 ranking. BG and Ajla break down how the match turned.  BG puts on his coaching hat with advice for Aryna as she regroups in the days ahead. The two also preview the Men's Final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton, including a Sinner-inspired gamep...

BG & Ajla preview Saturday's Women's Final between new World #1 Elena Rybakina and back-to-back defending champion, Aryna Sabalenka. The duo also breaks down Coco Gauff's stunning loss, Jessica Pegula's reaction to Sabalenka’s level, and acknowledges Katerina Siniakova as a first-ballot Hall of Famer. 🎾 Rybakina vs. Sabalenka — Women's Final Preview🎾 What Happened to Coco?🎾 Pegula Amazed at Ary...

The Men's Semis are set at the US Open, and BG & Ajla break down Tiafoe vs. Shelton and Zverev vs. Khachanov. BG explains Shelton's path while Ajla makes the case for Tiafoe. Plus, BG and Ajla debate the most annoying on-court routines they've witnessed, sparked by Zverev's marathon ball-bouncing habit. 🎾 Men's Semis Deep Dive 🎾 Tiafoe v Shelton Preview🎾 Zverev v Khachanov Preview🎾 Most Annoyi...

The Women's Semis are set, and BG & Ajla trade sides to gameplan Sabalenka-Pegula and Rybakina-Coco. But first, they relive a night of tennis that didn't wrap until 3:33am with Shelton outlasting Alcaraz in a thriller and the emotional Tiafoe-Michelsen hug that had everyone talking. BG shares his most memorable five-set battles as both player and coach, and Ajla revisits her own marathon against S...

BG and Ajla open Day 10 with a coin toss and a flashback: 25 years ago, BG coached Andre Agassi through a gutting four-tiebreak-set loss to Pete Sampras in the US Open quarterfinals. From there it's straight to the action as Aryna Sabalenka storms into the semis over Noskova. BG spotlights Botic van de Zandschulp. Ajla previews Wednesday's slate with Rybakina vs. Zheng & Coco vs. Andreeva on the h...

It’s day nine at the US Open, and the underdogs keep rolling. BG & Ajla break down Qinwen Zheng’s stunning comeback against Iga Swiatek after going down 0-5, plus Mirra Andreeva’s emotional win over friend Anastasia Potapova. Overall, six Americans reach the quarterfinals. Plus, Alex Michelsen and Emma Navarro’s big runs, and a look ahead to Tuesday’s quarterfinals.🎾 Zheng Stuns Swiatek — Down 0-...

It’s Day 8 at the US Open, and BG has a new look — rocking Carlos Alcaraz’s jersey. BG & Ajla break down the biggest matches from Saturday night and recap a loaded Sunday slate, including Sabalenka vs. Townsend, Noskova vs. Kostyuk, and Paul vs. Alcaraz. Plus, how much prize money do players actually get to keep?  🎾 Who Wore It Better? — BG rocks Carlos Alcaraz’s kit🎾 BG + Ajla’s Bet — Jovi...

US Open Day 7 hits the midway point, "hump day" as BG calls it, and BG & Ajla break down what happened with Madison Keys and Taylor Fritz. Then we deep dive into Round 4, analyzing Tiafoe vs. Medvedev, Sabalenka vs. Townsend, Kostyuk vs. Noskova and more.  🎾 Keys Falls to Qinwen Zheng  🎾Fritz Falls to Cerundolo🎾 Will BG Coach Again? — The debate reignites  🎾 BG explains the econ...

Tennis legend Jim Courier has dubbed BG & Ajla the “odd couple,” and on Day 6 they lean all the way in. BG’s been making the rounds with tennis content creators, and Ajla unveils her power rankings before the two dig into Alcaraz’s, anti-nipple shirt and big win. Plus Sabalenka’s blowout and Taylor Townsend joins for a chat! 🎾 The Odd Couple — Jim Courier’s Verdict on BG & Ajla 🎾 BG Learns Diffe...

BG and Ajla are back at the BJK National Tennis Center for US Open Day 5. Carlos Alcaraz cruised into the third round, then used his presser to hint at extended breaks during the season, sparking a load management debate. Match of the day: Madison Keys survived five match points in a wild comeback over Anna Bondar. Ajla sets the record straight after a reporter needled Aryna Sabalenka about her pa...

BG and Ajla go ‘off-campus’ to the set of Racquet Magazine at South Street Seaport for Day Four. Conversations range from Brandon Nakashima's upset loss to Alex Michelsen, the benefits of pickle-juice, influencers interrupting play and a great fanmail question on today's players versus the pre-coaching era. Plus BG sits down with two-time Grand Slam champion, former world No. 1, and Hall of Famer,...

BG and Ajla pour a couple of Honeydeuces to kick things off, toasting Gael Monfils on his 40th birthday and retirement, and raising another to Stan Wawrinka as he closes out his career. Then it's on to recapping Frances Tiafoe's epic five-set win over Martin Damm Jr.  BG and Ajla also run through the day's results and preview a big day four with Shelton, Anisimova and Alcaraz on the schedule....

BG and Ajla reunite for Day Two of The Big T's US Open coverage, and the headline is impossible to avoid — Novak Djokovic's stunning, emotional first-round exit, with both hosts weighing in on whether the end is finally near. They flip the mood to celebrate a big return, breaking down how Carlos Alcaraz looked in his comeback. A new kit, new shoes, new hair, and a statement win after four months o...

BG welcomes Co-Host and WTA star, Ajla Tomljanovic to THE BIG T as we kick off Day One coverage of the US Open, diving straight into the tournament's biggest storylines. Will Carlos Alcaraz's and his new long hair be able to win it all after a four-month layoff? The two also dig into a wide-open women's field before capping things off with their tournament predictions. 🎾 Welcome Ajla Tomljanovic...

THE BIG T goes live and super-sized from the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, as Brad Gilbert and Prakash Amritraj celebrate the enshrinement of tennis icon Roger Federer. The duo breaks down Fed's illustrious career and welcomes a star-studded lineup of guests: John McEnroe shares his memories of Federer's rise, Lindsey Vonn talks cross-sport GOAT respect, and Stefan Ed...

HOST: Brad Gilbert || GUEST: Paul Annacone It's officially Federer Tribute Week on The Big T! With Roger Federer set for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame this weekend in Newport, BG welcomes Federer's former coach Paul Annacone, who also coached Pete Sampras and now guides Taylor Fritz, for a trip down memory lane. Annacone opens up on how their partnership began, the genius he...

After a wild championship Sunday in Cincinnati, Petko and Petchey link up with Prakash Amritraj to break it all down. Arthur Fils topples Frances Tiafoe for his first Masters title. Coco Gauff rolls past Jessica Pegula for her second Cincinnati crown and joins the show straight off the court, trophy in hand, to talk title and her two new Tennis Channel short films. Plus: Alcaraz is in, Sinner is o...

Petko & Eubanks are soaking up every bit of that crowd energy with a live audience at the Cincinnati Open! First up: Amanda Anisimova's beer vs. Red Bull drama. German-born Petko is rooting hard for beer, but Chris confirms it was Red Bull all along, either way, a full beverage bonanza for fans. From there the duo celebrates Serena and Venus reuniting for doubles and welcomes Lorenzo Musetti to ta...

THE BIG T makes podcast history with its first-ever on-site, multi-city recording, covering both National Bank Open finals in one episode. Petko & Petchey call Iga Swiatek's title run in Toronto before handing off to Jim Courier and Jason Goodall, who break down Ben Shelton's win over Brandon Nakashima in Montreal, the first all-American ATP Masters 1000 final since Andy Roddick beat Mardy Fish at...

World #1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open with a right knee injury and Petko & Petchey jump on the mic to analyze the ripple effects. Petko loves the competitive chaos and Petchey appreciate how it opens the door for youngsters such as Shelton, Fils, Jodar and others.  🎾 Sinner to Miss Cincinnati  🎾 Alcaraz Out As Well 🎾 Hot Take Petchey: "Eliminate Seeds at Tourna...

Team ‘PETCHKO’ is working overtime, announcing matches and recording THE BIG T from their booth in Toronto. The duo breaks down Alexandra Eala's epic surge to her first WTA title in D.C. and the 'Fan'-Demonium that comes with it. Plus, Serena and Venus are teaming up for doubles in Cincinnati, Carlos Alcaraz's new braids have the internet buzzing again and we reveal our combined ATP/WTA Power Rank...