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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 Tour Catch-Up: Melbourne Madness - All Draws Assessed; Packed crowds return in Adelaide; Halep's Top 10 consistency; Nadal's quarantine comments; Murray's Challenger assignment; Wawrinka's off-season to forget 30.01.2021 1:06:30

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim preview the upcoming week of tennis in Melbourne where there is not just 1, but 6 events taking place! They prepare for a crazy week ahead by discussing the draws and entry lists, making probably terrible predictions and also looking back at the Adelaide exhibition, where we saw tennis crowds returning with aplomb....

The Book Club - Bustin' Balls: World Team Tennis 1974-1978, Pro Sports, Pop Culture and Progressive Politics with author Steven Blush 28.01.2021 1:15:59

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, Joel and Kim are joined by writer Steven Blush to discuss his latest book “Bustin' Balls: World Team Tennis 1974-1978, Pro Sports, Pop Culture and Progressive Politics” They discuss World Team Tennis in the 1970s, and how it tried to start a cultural revolution through sport; bringing team tennis with gender parity to new audiences across the United...

The Tour Catch-Up: Djokovic's good intentions; Murray's Melbourne miss; ATP Cup draw + predictions; 2021 schedule updates; Yastremska appeal denied; Tomic's girlfriend's diary disaster 24.01.2021 58:42

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup all the latest news from the world of tennis in the run up to the Australian Open events. They catchup on the news that Andy Murray will not be able to travel to Melbourne for the tournament, the fallout from Novak Djokovic’s statements regarding player quarantine conditions, Dayana Yastremska’s doping ban...

Passing Shot meets... Tennis on Telly on 2021 Tour schedule; Melbourne quarantine quandary; Compromised flights; Murray's positive; Putintseva's mouse mate 17.01.2021 1:10:49

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim are joined by Lee from Tennis on Telly to preview where UK tennis fans can watch all the action from the 2021 season. They discuss the UK broadcasting options for the year ahead and the recent changes that have taken place in broadcasting since the pandemic, before looking ahead at the current controversies and deb...

The Tour Catch-Up: Sabalenka sizzles; Korda's rise; Francesca Jones Aussie odyssey; Kudla's mid-match positive; Ferrer/Zverev split 13.01.2021 1:00:21

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup the first week’s action from the 2021 ATP/WTA season, with results from Abu Dhabi, Delray Beach and Antalya, including Aryna Sabalenka starting the season where she left off with her 3rd straight title. They also reflect on Aussie Open Qualifying including Fran Jones’s outstanding run to her first Grand Sla...

The Tour Catch-Up: ATP/WTA Tour Preview 2021; Querrey's Russia fine; Sunshine Single; Slam predictions; RIP Live Scores app 05.01.2021 59:22

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim open up the 2021 season with a post-Christmas catchup and preview of the new season. They discuss the revised Aussie Summer of Tennis schedule, Roger Federer’s withdrawal from the AO and the fallout from Sam Querrey’s suspended fine. They also catch up on the Battle of The Brits Premier League of Tennis event, lame...

The Passing Shot 2021 Crowdfund Appeal - update, how to donate, 2021 pod news, Merry Christmas! 20.12.2020 4:55

A quick crowdfund message from Joel & Kim. Many thanks to everyone who has donated to the podcast so far. Incredibly, we have reached £340 so far which we are over the moon about with our target being £500. We understand that times are tough at the moment with Christmas around the corner and the ongoing pandemic, but if you are able to contribute, please do so through the link below: CROWFUNDE...

The Passing Shot 2020 End of Season review - SIXTEEN awards including Player of the Year; Match of the Year; Flop of the Year; Facemask of the Year; Nick Kyrgios Tweet of the Year and more! 07.12.2020 1:31:00

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel & Kim close off the 2020 season with a light hearted Passing Shot Awards show. They review their highlights of the year through 16 categories including 'Mask of The Year', 'Match of The Year' and even 'Nick Kyrgios Tweet of The Year'! Join them as they delve into the weird 2020 season that...

The Passing Shot 2020 End of Season QUIZ - Test your knowledge against Joel & Kim on ATP / WTA Tour trivia, US Open, French Open and all ATP Tour Finals in London! 29.11.2020 1:15:19

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim test each other’s knowledge of the season with a fun 2020 end of season quiz! The quiz entails 4 rounds: 1 ‘easy’ ATP/WTA category, 1 ‘difficult’ ATP/WTA category, 1 Grand Slam category and 1 ATP Tour Finals category (in homage to the end of London’s tenure of the season ending event) Play along with Joel and Kim a...

The Tour Finals Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Masterful Medvedev defeats Thiem to take title; Koolhof + Mektic win doubles on debut; Big 3 changing of the guard?; Australian Open start date in jeopardy; 2021 CROWDFUNDING launch + rewards 22.11.2020 48:54

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim discuss Daniil Medvedev’s title win at the ATP Finals, defeating Dominic Thiem in a tight 3 set final, and going unbeaten all week. They reflect on the semi finals which saw Djokovic and Nadal lose out in close affairs, Koolhof and Mektic claiming the doubles title on their event debut, and Joe Salisbury and Rajee...

The Tour Finals Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Magical Medvedev through undefeated to face Nadal; Djokovic sets up Thiem showdown; Dead rubbers debate; PTPA players look to join ATP Player Council; Jamie Murray leaves Skupski for Soares in 2021 20.11.2020 45:30

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim round up the action from the past few days at The ATP Finals in London. They discuss Nadal and Djokovic taking the 2nd place spots in their respective groups after final Round Robin wins over Tsitsipas and Zverev. They also debate the issue of dead rubbers and how best to play them, the latest news from the ATP Pla...

The Tour Finals Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Thiem on top in Group London after Nadal thriller; Djokovic set for resurgent Medvedev; ATP break silence on Zverev situation; Best-of-3/5 sets debate re-emerges; Sinner + Sabalenka victorious in Sofia + Linz 18.11.2020 46:54

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup the first 3 days action from the Nitto ATP Finals at the O2 Arena in London. They discuss the fantastic high quality match between Nadal v Thiem that had us all gripped on Tuesday afternoon, as well as the deciding set tie break between Tsitsipas and Rublev the same evening. They discuss Djokovic’s serene p...

The Tour Finals Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Group Tokyo 1970 and Group London 2020 discussed; Top 8 chances assessed; Is Novak Djokovic favourite for the title?; Final Four predictions; Sofia + Linz updates 12.11.2020 34:09

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim preview the upcoming ATP Tour Finals now that the Groups have been set. They try to predict who will emerge from this year’s stellar line up and claim the title, as well as quickly previewing the doubles event and catching up on a bit of action so far from Sofia and Linz. Joel and Kim will be back with with regular...

The Passing Shot Crowdfund Campaign 2021 - announcement! 10.11.2020 9:35

With the tennis season coming to a close, join Joel and Kim as they share some news they are particularly excited about heading into the off season and 2021. For the very first time in Passing Shot history, we will be launching our very first crowdfunding campaign! This will be to help support the show, help fans feel part of the pods and help ensure the tennis fan's voice is heard bigger a...

The Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Medvedev magic in Paris; Nadal joins 1000 ATP tour wins club; Olya Sharypova 'My Story' interview; Top 8 for Tour Finals - first thoughts; Kyrgios opens up about mental health struggles; What does 2021 hold for Federer? 08.11.2020 57:51

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup all the action from Paris Bercy, where Daniil Medvedev took home his first title of the year, defeating an in form Sacha Zverev in the final. They also discuss Rafa Nadal reaching 1000 career tour wins, the fallout from Olga Sharypova’s off court allegations against Zverev and Nick Kyrgios’s recent publiciz...

The Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Rublev claims 5th title of 2020 in Vienna; Sonego delivers a shock to Novak Djokovic; Millman captures maiden crown in Astana; Zverev off-court controversies; Are the current ATP / WTA rankings fit for purpose? 02.11.2020 50:17

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catch up on the past week’s action from the ATP Tour, with Andrey Rublev and John Millman taking home titles. They also discuss Djokovic’s unexpected defeat to Lorenzo Sonego in Vienna and revelations surrounding Sacha Zverev’s personal life as well as considering how the current rankings changes have benefited som...

The Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Sabalenka at the double in Ostrava; Zverev wins successive titles in Cologne; Humbert take honours in Antwerp; Evans-Khachanov Hawkeye controversy; Julia Goerges retirement; Diversity in tennis at Wimbledon + beyond 25.10.2020 55:35

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup on the past week’s action from the ATP and WTA Tours. From Sacha Zverev making it two wins out of two in Cologne, Aryna Sabalenka doing the double in Ostrava and Ugo Humbert breaking British hearts and going on to win his 2nd Career Title in Antwerp, Joel and Kim discuss all the week’s key talking points. T...

The Catch-Up show with Joel & Kim: Rublev rules in St. Petersburg; Querrey jets-off after positive test in Russia; Zverev takes honours in Cologne; Murray joins ATP Player Council; Wimbledon + Australian Open updates; Why can't Auger-Aliassime win finals? 18.10.2020 57:31

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup the past week on the ATP Tour. They discuss Rublev winning a 4th Title of the season in St Petersburg, FAA losing a 6th straight final in straight sets with a loss to Zverev in Cologne 1 and Sam Querrey fleeing Russia after testing positive from Coronavirus. They also catch up on the latest announcements fr...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Finals - Majestic Nadal romps to 13th French Open title in straight sets win over Djokovic; Świątek outplays Kenin for maiden Slam without dropping a set; Federer + Nadal now tied on 20 Slams; CAS results 11.10.2020 1:00:49

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, Joel and Kim roundup all the action from Finals weekend at Roland Garros. From Nadal’s utterly remarkable performance against Djokovic to claim his 13th French Open title and equal Federer’s Slam tally to Iga Świątek's dominant and surprising run to the trophy, Joel and Kim discuss all the main talking points from the Finals. They also roundup the do...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Semifinals - Djokovic topples Tsitsipas despite fightback; Nadal gets revenge over Schwartzman; Świątek marches on with Podoroska blitz; Kenin overcomes Kvitová; Final previews + predictions 09.10.2020 58:29

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup all the semi final action from Roland Garros. They discuss Tsitsipas’s resurgence to take Novak Djokovic to a surprise 5th set, Rafa’s revenge on Diego Schwartzman for the Rome defeat and how Iga Swiatek and Sofia Kenin meeting in a Grand Slam Final continues the exciting emergence of an young cohort of WTA...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Quarterfinals - Schwartzman defeats Thiem in thriller; Świątek + Podoroska continue fairytale runs; Nadal in record late finish over Sinner; Kvitová + Kenin set semi showdown; Djokovic injury concerns in win 07.10.2020 58:58

In The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catchup on the Quarter Finals at the French Open. They discuss the marathon match between Thiem and Schwartzman, Jannik Sinner’s performance against 12 time Champ Rafa Nadal and whether Iga Swiatek is set for Grand Slam glory at just 19. They also try and predict who will make the finals, and whether Djokovic’s potential injury may thr...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Round 4 - Świątek shocks favourite Halep; Thiem outlasts Gaston; Qualifiers Trevisan + Podoroska progress; Nadal sets up Sinner test; Kvitova + Kenin on collision course; Should Zverev have played with symptoms? 05.10.2020 59:26

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim catchup on the 4th round action at Roland Garros. They discuss the glorious and somewhat surprising 5 setter between Dominic Thiem and Hugo Gaston, the spellbinding performance of Iga Swiatek to knock out tournament favourite Simona Halep, and the controversy surrounding Sacha Zverev knowingly playing with possible...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Round 3 - Wawrinka falls to Wildcard Gaston; Muguruza out to Collins; Korda + Altmaier lead Next Gen. arrivals; Nadal, Djokovic progress as Thiem tames Ruud + Swiatek shocks Halep in R4 - first reaction! 04.10.2020 48:26

In The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim round up the action from Round 3 at the French Open. From Stan Wawrinka losing to French Wildcard Hugo Gaston in 5 sets to one of the favourites in the women’s draw Muguruza also falling, Joel and Kim catch up on all the notable results from the past few days. They also focus on the emergence and success of qualifiers Seb Korda, Daniel...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Round 2 - Serena injury forces withdrawal; Shapovalov demands Hawkeye on clay; Errani calls out Bertens for 'faking injury'; Djokovic + Nadal roll through; Penko Power trumps Pliskova; Is Coco Gauff over-hyped? 01.10.2020 54:56

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup all the action from Round 2 at the French Open. They discuss Serena’s withdrawal, Coco Gauff’s serve shocker, Zverev making a meal of Slam draws yet again and all the aggro between Errani/Bertens. They also debate whether electronic line calling should be used on a clay court, and reflect on both a sonic bo...

The French Open Catch-Up with Joel & Kim: Round 1 - Azarenka's 'live in Florida' outburst; Wilander on Murray comments; Mladenovic 'double bounce gate'; Giustino wins 6 hour epic; Muguruza survives scare; Is 17 yr. old Clara Tauson the new Wozniacki? 29.09.2020 49:37

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim roundup all the happenings from Round 1 of the 2020 French Open. From the array of base layers to Azarenka’s outburst, they reflect on the unusual feel of Roland Garros in the Autumn. With the second longest match in tournament history taking place, the emergence of a ‘new Wozniacki’ and a flurry of seeds losing ea...