Talking Tennis

In this special year-end WTA predictions podcast, tennis analysts Brenner Morton and Carson Nix break down their top 10 predictions for the 2026 WTA season. From the battle for world No.1 to the next generation of rising stars, they analyze the biggest storylines shaping women’s tennis. Will Aryna Sabalenka hold onto the No.1 ranking, or can Iga Świątek reclaim the top spot in 2026? What does the...

John Silk and Steve Flink break down their top 10 ATP year-end predictions for 2026, diving deep into the future of men’s tennis. From Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner in the battle for world No.1, to the next-gen breakout stars, this episode tackles the biggest questions shaping the ATP Tour. Will rising talents like Tien or João Fonseca crack the elite? Which veterans fade, and who shocks the ran...

🎾 Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner | French Open Final 2025 | Match of the Year | World No.1 Showdown Witness one of the greatest tennis matches of 2025 as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner collide in an unforgettable French Open Final. This historic No.1 vs No.1 showdown at Roland-Garros delivers elite athleticism, jaw-dropping rallies, tactical brilliance, and nonstop drama on clay. In this episo...

Experience one of the most talked-about tennis clashes of 2025 in this in-depth podcast episode: Tien vs Medvedev | Australian Open Round 2 | Matches of the Year 2025 | No.2. We break down the electrifying Australian Open Round 2 showdown between rising star Learner Tien and Grand Slam champion Daniil Medvedev, a match that stunned fans and analysts alike. From jaw-dropping rallies and tactical ma...

The Madrid Open final between Casper Ruud and Jack Draper delivered one of the most thrilling matches of the 2025 tennis season. In this episode of Matches of the Year 2025, ranked No.3, we relive an unforgettable showdown packed with momentum swings, clutch moments, and elite shot-making on the clay in Madrid. We break down the key points that defined Ruud vs Draper, including tactical adjustment...

In this episode, we break down the WTA Match of the Year 2025 (No.1) — the unforgettable Australian Open semi-final between Madison Keys and Iga Świątek. 🎾 From explosive baseline power to elite defense and tactical brilliance, this match had everything that defines world-class women’s tennis. We revisit the key moments, momentum shifts, and pressure points that turned this Grand Slam showdown in...

We speak to Shane Liyanage about the merger in operations between his firm - Data Driven Sports Analytics - and Orreco, which is pioneering novel advancements in applied physiology, biostatistics and cognitive computing to arm coaches, medical practitioners, trainers and athletes, including tennis players. Aryna Sabalenka is set to be one of the players in 2026 that may benefit from such technolog...

Relive one of the most electrifying battles of the 2025 season as we break down the No. 2 WTA Match of the Year — the Australian Open final between Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka. In this episode, we revisit a championship clash that had it all: relentless power, fearless shot-making, momentum swings, and nerves of steel on the biggest stage in Melbourne. From Sabalenka’s trademark aggression to...

The tennis world is in shock after news broke about the end of the coaching partnership between Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero. 😱 But what really happened? Was it Alcaraz himself who decided to part ways with the former world No.1 and long-time mentor? In this video, we break down the real reasons behind the Carlos Alcaraz–Juan Carlos Ferrero split, exploring insider reports, recent perfo...

Relive one of the most electrifying matches of the 2025 tennis season as WTA Matches of the Year turns the spotlight on the Wimbledon semi-final showdown between Amanda Anisimova and Aryna Sabalenka. In this episode, we break down a gripping battle of power, precision, and mental toughness on the sport’s biggest grass-court stage. From explosive baseline rallies to momentum-shifting moments under...

Dive into the top WTA matches to watch in 2025 as we break down a long list into a sharp shortlist. Featuring matchups like Sabalenka vs. Keys, Eala vs. Tauson, and Swiatek vs. Rybakina, and several other matches as we pick the barnstormers and roofraisers from an epic year on the tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎾 ATP Matches of the Year Long List: From Sinner–Alcaraz to Tien–Norrie | Deep-Dive Tennis Analysis In this episode, we break down the most unforgettable ATP matches of the season and debate which clashes truly deserve a spot on the Matches of the Year long list. From the high-octane showdown between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, to breakout battles like João Fonseca vs. Mariano Navone and Fl...

In this episode, we break down a dramatic week of Davis Cup action — with Italy completing an incredible three-peat and Flavio Cobolli emerging as the unexpected hero. From clutch performances to tactical twists, we dive into how Italy secured yet another title and why Spain and Germany ultimately fell short. We analyse the standout matches, momentum swings, player storylines, and the strategic de...

In this episode, we break down Italy’s dramatic Davis Cup victory over Belgium, highlighted by Flavio Cobolli’s thrilling 17–15 tiebreak win against Zizou Bergs. What does this result mean for Italy’s campaign—and what went wrong for Belgium? We also dive into the latest ATP Awards controversy, exploring who was snubbed, why fans are frustrated, and what the debate reveals about the current state...

ATP WEEKLY | ATP Tour Finals Review: Has Sinner Closed the Gap on Alcaraz? Future of “Sincaraz”, Zverev’s Trajectory & De Minaur/Musetti Outlook In this episode of ATP WEEKLY, we break down all the biggest storylines from the ATP Tour Finals. Has Jannik Sinner made the crucial tactical and technical tweaks needed to challenge – or even overtake – Carlos Alcaraz on a long-term basis? We analyse whe...

🎾 Sinner beats Shelton | Post-Match Analysis + Can Zverev or Felix Stop Alcaraz? | ATP Finals Jannik Sinner gets the job done against Ben Shelton in Turin — and we’re breaking down exactly how he handled the American’s power, adapted mid-match, and tightened his grip on the group. From tactical adjustments to momentum swings, we dissect all the key moments from this crucial ATP Finals clash. Then...

🎾 ATP Finals Previews: Sinner vs Shelton & Zverev vs Auger-Aliassime The ATP Finals are heating up, and we’re breaking down two must-watch matchups from Turin. Can hometown hero Jannik Sinner handle the explosive power of Ben Shelton, or will the American’s fearless game cause an upset? Plus, we analyze Alexander Zverev’s consistency against Felix Auger-Aliassime’s resurgence — who has the edge o...

Carlos Alcaraz keeps his year-end World No.1 hopes alive with a big win over Taylor Fritz at the ATP Finals! In this episode, we break down how Alcaraz’s aggressive shot-making and clutch moments helped him secure victory and close the gap in the rankings race. We also preview two mouth-watering group-stage clashes: Ben Shelton vs Félix Auger-Aliassime and Jannik Sinner vs Alexander Zverev — discu...

🎙️ WTA Weekly with Gill Gross – your go-to podcast for all things women’s tennis! This week, we dive into a thrilling WTA Finals review, breaking down the biggest storylines from the 2025 season finale. 🏆 Topics this episode: Elena Rybakina’s rise — how she dominated the Tour Finals and what it means for 2026 Aryna Sabalenka’s fight for World No.1 — can she hold on next season? Iga Świątek’s mome...

In this episode, tennis journalist Steve Flink joins us to preview the 2025 ATP Finals. With Novak Djokovic’s shock withdrawal, the race for the year-end title is wide open — but can Jannik Sinner continue his incredible form and dominate on home soil in Turin? We break down the ATP Finals draw, analyze the form of Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev, and Holger Rune, and discuss who...

: 🎾 FINALS PREVIEWS: Rybakina vs Sabalenka | Djokovic vs Musetti | Norrie vs Tien 🎙️ Get ready for an action-packed episode as we break down all the key storylines ahead of the tennis finals! We analyse Elena Rybakina vs Aryna Sabalenka, a power-packed WTA showdown; preview Novak Djokovic vs Lorenzo Musetti, as the 24-time Grand Slam champion looks to assert dominance; and discuss Cameron Norrie...

🎾 ATP Finals Draw: Alcaraz and Djokovic in the Same Group | Zverev Avoids Fritz | Can Anyone Stop Sinner? The 2025 ATP Finals draw is out — and it’s packed with drama! In this episode, we break down every detail of the Turin showdown: Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic land in the same group, Alexander Zverev escapes a clash with Taylor Fritz, and Jannik Sinner looks unstoppable on home soil. Join...

In this episode, we break down all the WTA Finals round robin scenarios — who’s through, who’s out, and what Aryna Sabalenka needs to do (hint: a single set won’t be enough) to reach the semifinals. We also preview a packed day of tennis: Sabalenka vs. Gauff – a battle with huge semifinal implications Pegula vs. Paolini – can Pegula beat winless Jasmine? Djokovic vs. Borges – Novak’s first ATP Fin...

🎾 Podcast Episode: Match Previews – WTA & ATP Action! In this episode, we break down five exciting upcoming clashes across the WTA and ATP Tours — with in-depth analysis, tactical insights, and predictions for each matchup: 🇵🇱 Iga Swiatek vs Amanda Anisimova – Can Anisimova trouble the World No. 1 again? 🇧🇾 Aryna Sabalenka vs Jessica Pegula – Power vs consistency in a heavyweight duel. 🇺🇸 Coco Ga...

🎾 ATP Weekly: Sinner’s on Top of the World After Paris Masters Glory | Felix or Musetti for Turin? | Metz & Athens Previews Jannik Sinner caps off a dream season with a stunning triumph at the Paris Masters — but what does it mean for his chances at the ATP Finals in Turin? Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Lorenzo Musetti are battling for the final Turin spot — who’s got the edge? We break do...