John Silk

Talking Tennis

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Interviews, news and anaylsis of all things tennis with host John Silk and a team of experts, coaches, players and former players

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John Silk

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Miami Open: Questions | Eala concerns | Previews Rybakina - Pegula, Muchova - Gauff, Sinner - Tiafoe, Lehecka - Landaluce, Sabalenka - Baptiset, Fils - Paul 25.03.2026 1:05:06

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Muchova beats Eala in Miami | Swiatek & Fissette go their separate ways 23.03.2026 14:49

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Alex Eala vs Karolina Muchova | Miami Open 2026 Round 4 | PREVIEW & PREDICTION 22.03.2026 13:16

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Miami Open latest: Reflections on losses for Swiatek & Fonseca, Alcaraz's return of serve, Miami organisation & tennis journalism 21.03.2026 55:39

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Carlos Alcaraz too strong for Joao Fonseca in Miami; Sets up Round 3 clash with Sebi Korda 21.03.2026 14:33

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Miami Open Previews: Rybakina vs Putintseva | Osaka vs Gibson | Alcaraz vs Fonseca | Draper vs Opelka | Bublik vs Berrettini 20.03.2026 49:37

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Magda Linette stuns Iga Swiatek in Miami to set up Alex Eala Round 3 clash 20.03.2026 16:01

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ATP Miami Open Draw Preview: Fonseca vs Marozsan R1 | Winner plays Alcaraz | No Djokovic | Sinner-Mensik on R4 collision course 17.03.2026 51:29

Get ready for the first big shake-up of the draw at the Miami Open as we break down one of the most intriguing Round 1 matchups: João Fonseca vs Fábián Marozsán. The stakes are immediately high — the winner earns a blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz in the next round. In this episode, we analyze: The explosive potential of teenage sensation João Fonseca The dangerous shot-making and giant-killi...

WTA Weekly: Was Indian Wells Sabalenka's best final ever? Rybakina recovery? Swiatek on the decline? 16.03.2026 1:21:32

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ATP Weekly: Indian Wells review | Where are we at with the Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry? Is Medvedev back? Tien or Fonseca: How do they compare? How good was Draper-Djokovic? 16.03.2026 1:10:53

WTA Miami Open Draw Preview: Tjen vs Putintseva in R1 | Eala to face winner of Siegemund & Marcinko | Can Sabalenka do the Sunshine Double? Is the top half heavier than the bottom half? 16.03.2026 1:16:02

The WTA draw in Miami is out, and there’s plenty to unpack. In this episode, we break down the key storylines from the Miami Open draw—from tricky first-round matchups to the big question marks surrounding the top seeds. We start with an intriguing R1 clash between Tjen and Putintseva, a matchup that could bring plenty of contrast in styles and attitude right from the opening round. Then we look a...

Sinner beats Medvedev to win first Indian Wells title: Post-match reaction 16.03.2026 20:04

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Sabalenka digs deep to beat Rybakina in Indian Wells final for the ages: Post-match reaction 15.03.2026 19:11

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Indian Wells Preview: Rybakina vs Pegula Quarter-Final 12.03.2026 10:40

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Indian Wells Quarter-Final Preview: Daniil Medvedev vs Jack Draper 12.03.2026 9:39

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Incredible Indian Wells ! Draper edges thriller vs Djokovic | Match of the year? 12.03.2026 9:26

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Indian Wells WTA Quarter-Final Previews: Sabalenka vs Mboko | Noskova vs Gibson 11.03.2026 11:57

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Indian Wells Round of 16 Previews: Swiatek vs Muchova; Norrie vs Hijikata; Tien vs Davidovich Fokina; Sinner vs Fonseca 10.03.2026 48:54

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Indian Wells: Yastremska beats Zhang to set up Eala clash in Round 2 05.03.2026 12:24

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WTA Weekly: Indian Wells Preview | Can Mirra Andreeva retain title? Will Swiatek win a third? 03.03.2026 1:15:56

The desert swing is here, and WTA Weekly is back with a full preview of the 2026 edition of the BNP Paribas Open. This week, we dive into all the big storylines heading into Indian Wells: Can Mirra Andreeva defend her title and prove her breakthrough run was just the beginning? Will Swiatek capture a third crown in Tennis Paradise and further cement her dominance on hard courts? Which contenders a...

ATP Weekly: Indian Wells Preview as Alcaraz seeks third title in the desert; Can Sinner bounce back? Can Djokovic reverse IW form? Can anyone else challenger? Shelton's tough draw 03.03.2026 58:17

ATP Weekly: Indian Wells Preview – Alcaraz Eyes Three-Peat, Sinner’s Response, Djokovic’s Desert Dilemma & Shelton’s Brutal Draw The desert storm is here, and the spotlight shifts to the BNP Paribas Open as the ATP’s biggest stars descend on Tennis Paradise. Can Carlos Alcaraz make it three titles in a row in the California desert? The two-time defending champion thrives in these conditions—but wi...

Indian Wells Draw LIVE REACTION: Alcaraz & Swiatek’s path to a third title | Who will Eala & Tjen play? Big Reveal 03.03.2026 2:08:34

The Indian Wells main draw is OUT — and we’re breaking it down LIVE. Can Carlos Alcaraz navigate a stacked section and win a third straight title in the desert? Does Iga Swiatek have the clearest path to reclaim the trophy — or are major threats lurking early? We analyse every quarter, potential blockbuster matchups, and the biggest upset alerts from the BNP Paribas Open. Plus: the big reveal — wh...

Dubai travel latest: Some hope for Medvedev & Rublev as flights partially opened | Race against time as Indian Wells main draw about to get underway 02.03.2026 8:11

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Stranded tennis players in Dubai include Medvedev & Rublev as Middle East strikes ground airports - Indian Wells participation in doubt 02.03.2026 6:40

Daniil Medvedev was crowned the Dubai Tennis Championships champion on Saturday, but it wasn’t without complications. His final against Tallon Griekspoor was cancelled because the Dutchman withdrew due to injury, with Medvedev handed the title by default. However, it came after overnight developments in the Middle East, with the US and Israel having launched a joint attack on Iran. As a result, Ir...

Latest Tennis News: Medvedev wins Dubai after Griekspoor withdraws from final with injury | Cobolli - Tiafoe Acapulco Final Preview | WTA Merida & Austin semi-final previews 28.02.2026 57:11

In this episode, we break down a dramatic week on tour packed with trophies, injuries, and intriguing final previews across both the ATP and WTA. 🏆 Dubai Drama Daniil Medvedev lifts the title in Dubai after Tallon Griekspoor is forced to withdraw from the final due to injury. We unpack how the tournament unfolded, what this win means for Medvedev’s momentum heading into the Sunshine Double, and h...