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Brought together by their unified passion for tennis and ability to not take each other too seriously, Joel, Kim & Chris are here every Monday to give their verdict on the biggest stories from everyone’s favourite fuzzy yellow ball sport. From the sublime to the ridiculous (with the odd bit of trivia thrown in), Tennis Weekly serves an all-court mix of ATP/WTA tour catch-ups, Grand Slam round-by-round coverage and special guests in conversation, to be your definitive tennis companion for the 2026 season. So whether you’re a casual baller or a full time diehard, it’s time to pick up your headph...

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The Passing Shot Big Festive 2021 End of Season QUIZ 13.12.2021 1:08:49

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim close off the 2021 season with their usual festive quiz offering, which sees them go head to head as well as challenging listeners to a fun (and difficult!) quiz. With rounds on ATP, WTA, Grand Slams and Team/Olympic Tennis there is plenty of opportunity to test your memory on the 2021 season that was! Play along a...

Support The Passing Shot 2022 Crowdfunder Appeal - help Joel & Kim flourish next season! 08.12.2021 5:00

PASSING SHOT CROWDFUND 2022 - PLEASE HELP FUND THE POD FOR NEXT SEASON! LINK TO PASSING SHOT 2022 CROWDFUNDER Joel & Kim would like your support to help The Passing Shot flourish in 2022. Funding is crucial because we are self-funded (i.e. we cover all the costs of production ourselves) and so any funds will help ensure the show’s future. If you are able to contribute, please do so at the li...

The Tour Catch-Up: Russia rules in Davis Cup; 2022 edition set for makeover?; WTA suspends China events; Konta announces retirement 08.12.2021 1:05:32

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, Joel and Kim catch up on the final weekend from the 2021 Davis Cup, which saw the Russian Tennis Federation claim their first title in 15 years. With Medvedev and Rublev leading the way, Joel and Kim reflect on Russia’s win against Croatia in the Davis Cup Final as well as looking ahead to the 2022 edition which sees Great Britain back in the Finals with...

The Tour Catch-Up: Davis Cup drama; Abu Dhabi madness; Peng Shuai 'sightings'; Raducanu's Royal Albert Hall day out; 2022 - the year of timed toilet breaks; Zverev & Muguruza reign at EOS finals 29.11.2021 1:04:52

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim are back to catch up on the past fortnight from the ATP and WTA Tours. Joel and Kim discuss Sascha Zverev and Garbiñe Muguruza clinching the end of season Tour Finals titles, the Quarter Final line up of the 2021 Davis Cup as well as recent plans to move the Davis Cup Finals to the Middle East from 2022. They catch...

The Tour Catch-Up: Badosa + Muguruza set Spanish semi in Mexico; Kontaveit cruise control; Turin calling ATP Finals; Djokovic rules Ruud; Berrettini heartbreak; Alcaraz wins Next Gen crown in Milan; #WhereisPengShuai? 15.11.2021 1:04:26

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on the plethora of Finals events from the ATP and WTA Tour, with the WTA Finals in Guadalajara, the ATP Finals in Turin and the ATP Next Gen Finals in Milan all happening. With a semi final set in Guadalajara between Muguruza and Badosa and Carlos Alcaraz storming to victory in Milan, it’s been a good week...

The Tour Catch-Up: Novak notches No.1 year end ranking (again); Russia rules BJK Cup; Murray's Parisian heartbreaker; Timed toilet breaks (!) at Next Gen. Finals; Raducanu ready for Linz; Stockholm Sinnerdrome 08.11.2021 1:00:36

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on all the latest happenings from the ATP and WTA Tours, including the Paris Masters and the Billie Jean King Cup Finals. With Novak Djokovic back to winning ways and the Russian Tennis Federation winning their first team title in 13 years, Joel and Kim dissect all the main talking points from the past wee...

Passing Shot Diaries - BJK Cup Day #3 - Russia rumbles through, USA bounce back 05.11.2021 18:44

Join Joel & Chris for the inaugural Passing Shot Diaries at the Billie Jean King Cup in Prague as they discuss all the drama from the group stage ties inside the O2 Arena in Prague. In this entry, they talk about all the action from Day 3 including a Cornet-Pavyluchenkova match gem and Danielle Collins near perfect performance to take out Sara Sorribes Tormo. Share your fan thoughts on the wee...

Passing Shot Diaries - BJK Cup Day #1 - France falter, Czech’s battle through 05.11.2021 19:37

Join Joel & Chris for the inaugural Passing Shot Diaries at the Billie Jean King Cup in Prague as they discuss all the drama from the group stage ties inside the O2 Arena in Prague. In this entry, they talk about all the action from Day 1 including an upset win for Canada and Czech Republic going the distance to win against Germany despite Angelique Kerber putting on a show of her own. Share y...

Passing Shot Diaries - BJK Cup Day #2 - Australia bring the Storm, USA slump to Slovakia 05.11.2021 20:51

Join Joel & Chris for the inaugural Passing Shot Diaries at the Billie Jean King Cup in Prague as they discuss all the drama from the group stage ties inside the O2 Arena in Prague. In this entry, they talk about all the action from Day 2 including Storm Sanders and Daria Gavrilova stunning singles victories against France and how unfancied underdogs Slovakia shocked Team USA. Share your fan t...

Passing Shot Diaries - BJK Cup Day #4 - Aussies semi-final surprise, Czechked out of Prague 05.11.2021 14:00

Join Joel & Chris for the inaugural Passing Shot Diaries at the Billie Jean King Cup in Prague as they discuss all the drama from the group stage ties inside the O2 Arena in Prague. In this entry, they talk about all the action from Day 4 including Belinda Bencic demonstrating her singles and doubles prowess and Marketa Vondrousova's slow start but fast finish. Share your fan thoughts on...

The Tour Catch-Up: Tiafoe and Zverev light up Vienna; Kontaveit meets Halep with Guadalajara on the line; Fiery Fritz ready for Cilic test in St. Petersburg; Paris Masters + BJK Cup previews; Should the WTA have a NextGen finals? 31.10.2021 54:45

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on the latest action from the ATP and WTA Tours and look ahead to the Paris Masters and the Billie Jean King Cup. With a tantalising encounter between home favourite Simona Halep and in form Anett Kontaveit set at the Transylvania Open, and Frances Tiafoe going for his second career title against Sacha Zve...

The Tour Catch-Up: Comeback Kontaveit stuns Moscow; Sinner's stroll in Antwerp; Karatsev - a man for all draws?; The never-ending epic of Murray-Tiafoe; Wimbledon 2022 gets a makeover; Aus. Open vaccine entry + leaked emails 25.10.2021 1:03:12

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on the past week on the WTA and ATP Tours. With Anett Kontaveit continuing her excellent run of form to claim the Kremlin Cup title, a (proper) first title for Ann Li in Tenerife and a perfect week for Jannik Sinner in Antwerp, Joel and Kim discuss all the main highlights from the past week, including the...

The Indian Wells Catch-Up: Norrie notches new heights in title triumph; Badosa seals dream win on debut in MOTY epic; Murray's wedding ring hunt; Reality check for Raducanu; Dimitrov + Ostapenko roll back the years 18.10.2021 51:27

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, Joel and Kim catch up on the past two weeks at Indian Wells, which saw both the 21st seeds claim the titles in somewhat unexpected fashion. With Cam Norrie coming from a set down to win the biggest title of his career out in the Californian desert, and Paula Badosa edging Victoria Azarenka in a three set thriller, there is plenty to round up from the Fina...

The Indian Wells Catch-Up: Draws Preview - Medvedev leads new charge in Big 3 absence; Raducanu's rough + ready pathway; Will fans remember Tsitsipas toilet tactics?; Ruud ready to up the stakes; Jabeur & Sakkari upset queens; Finals Predictions 06.10.2021 51:02

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim preview the return of Tennis Paradise aka Indian Wells which is back after a 2+ years hiatus. With US Open Champion Emma Raducanu on court for the first time since her Slam win, all eyes will be on her as she tries to navigate through a tricky draw, which may see her face Simona Halep early on. Danill Medvedev is a...

The Tour Catch-Up: Mighty Muguruza clinches Chicago; Sinner shines in Sofia title defence; Norrie notches Rublev scalp in San Diego; Clijsters back on tour; 'No jab, no play' 2022 AO? 03.10.2021 53:23

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on the past week on tour, with tournaments in Chicago, San Diego, Astana and Sofia to reflect upon. With Cam Norrie having a cracking week in San Diego with some big wins under his belt, Jannik Sinner defending the Sofia Open, Van Uytvanck upsetting home hopes in Kazakhstan and Garbine Muguruza claiming th...

The Tour Catch-Up: Team Europe trounces Team World in Laver Cup; Raducanu's surprise coach split; Hurkacz & Kontaveit flawless in Metz & Ostrava; Return of Fedal doubles? 27.09.2021 1:03:18

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim are back to catch up on all the main post-USO tour happenings. From Team Europe obliterating their Team World opposition at the Laver Cup, Andy Murray’s reasonable showing in Metz and Emma Raducanu splitting from her coach following her Slam triumph, Joel and Kim join forces to round up all the key talking points f...

The US Open Catch-Up: Finals - Magical Medvedev dashes Djokovic's Calendar Slam dreams; Raducanu re-writes the record books in Fernandez win; Joe Salisbury makes it a doubles-double; Slammin' Sam Stosur seals 8th career major 13.09.2021 1:06:40

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on all the drama and talking points from the Finals weekend at the 2021 Us Open. From Emma Raducanu’s dream run to the title to Daniil Medvedev doing the unthinkable and gatecrashing Novak Djokovic’s Calendar Grand Slam Party, there is plenty to discuss as the final Grand Slam of the season comes to a clos...

The US Open Catch-Up: Semi Finals - Teen Dreams as Raducanu and Fernandez set for date with history; Medvedev in a hurry; Salisbury’s doubles delight 11.09.2021 53:55

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catchup on the semi final action from the 2021 US Open. With a surprise ladies final set between Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez, Joel and Kim reflect on their respective semi finals over Maria Sakkari and Aryna Sabalenka and predict who will come out on top in the battle of the teens. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic...

The US Open Catch-Up: Quarter Finals - The Kids are Alright as Raducanu Roars On; Fernandez fends off Svitolina; Medvedev gets the test he needs; Zverev vs. Ashe screen (defeats Harris); Salisbury and Murray progress 08.09.2021 54:55

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim revel in Emma Raducanu reaching the semi finals in just her 2nd ever Major tournament. With a straight sets win over the Olympic Champion Belinda Bencic, Raducanu continues to make history this tournament and is now the new British number 1. She is joined in the semi finals by another teenager, Leylah Fernandez, wh...

The US Open Catch-Up: Round Four - Raducanu Rules Rogers; Felix & Fernandez fly flag for Canada; Muguruza's MTO fury; Medvedev motors on; The ‘Roger & Rafa-less’ slam impact 06.09.2021 59:45

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim revel in Emma Raducanu reaching the Quarter Finals of the US Open, as they round up the 4th round action from Flushing Meadows. With Emma Raducanu overcoming Shelby Rogers in convincing fashion, Leylah Fernandez upsetting Angelique Kerber from a set down and Botic Van de Zandschulp reaching the Quarters as a Qualif...

The US Open Catch-Up: Round Three - Alcaraz arrives; Osaka ousted; Barty bounced out; Raducanu's (bakery) rampage; Five set wins galore feat. Tiafoe, FAA & Evans; Opelka's $10k pink bag 05.09.2021 1:07:08

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catchup on the 3rd round of the US Open, which saw a thrilling Friday and some of the best Slam tennis of the year (and decade!) With Carlos Alcaraz officially arriving with a 5 set upset of Stefanos Tsitsipas, Dan Evans making a comeback from 2 sets down, Emma Raducanu demolishing Sara Sorribes Tormo for the loss...

The US Open Catch-Up: Round Two - Tsitsipas Toilet Break Take 2; Muguruza-Azarenka blockbuster beckons; Ruud upset as Qualifiers make mark; Raducanu rights San Jose wrongs; Storm Ida runs amok under roof 02.09.2021 51:33

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on the past 48 hours at the US Open. With deluges of rain disrupting play, Tsitsipas taking yet more toilet breaks and Britain’s Emma Raducanu reaching the 3rd round with a straight sets win, there is plenty to discuss from Days 3 and 4 at Flushing Meadows. From Zverev’s continued dominance on serve, Alex...

The US Open Catch-Up: Round One - Tsitsipas survives Murray epic; 'Tactical Toilet-gate' fallout; Gauff sets up Stephens showdown; Zverev's serving masterclass; Evans & Raducanu roll on; Isner passes torch in Nakashima upset? 31.08.2021 56:27

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim discuss all the key happenings from Days 1 and 2 at the US Open 2021. From the Tsitsipas vs. Murray thriller and ensuing toilet drama to Emma Raducanu’s main draw debut win, there is plenty to round up and discuss as the final Slam of the season gets underway. With the repeat of the 2017 US Open women’s final betwe...

The US Open Catch-Up: Draws Preview - Djokovic's Calendar Slam quest gets Zverev test; Barty the best bet with Williams sisters absent; Unlucky Murray lands Tsitsipas; Keys-Stephens from Slam Final to R1; Finals predictions; CAS picks revealed! 27.08.2021 1:01:23

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim preview the upcoming US Open with analysis of the men’s and women’s singles draws. With Novak Djokovic bidding to make Slam history, and Ash Barty coming in as the hot favourite, Joel and Kim take a quarter by quarter look at the draws to see who might be able to throw a spanner in the top seeds’ works. With lots o...

The Book Club - The Master: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer with Christopher Clarey, tennis writer for The New York Times 27.08.2021 52:01

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel chats with New York Times tennis correspondent Christopher Clarey about his latest book ‘The Master: The Brilliant Career of Roger Federer’ on The Book Club. Together, they discuss a host of topics including what are the universal qualities Roger Federer possesses to bring in fans beyond the realms of tennis; the biggest m...