Tipsy Tennis Podcast

In this episode, I was at UTS Forest Hills, NY with a media pass. They invited influencers to have a tennis clinic with Monfils where I met this episodes guest, Jules Marie! We played some doubles King of the Court and shot this quick interview. Jules Marie is a professional tennis player that took 6 years off from the ATP tour and came back to break his record ranking 203 in the world. He talks a...

In this episode, I traveled to the International Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode. I take you through the Hall of Fame Museum where the first US National Championships were played. We go through the history of tennis starting from its origins of Jeu de Paume in France. The Hall of Fame holds so many different collections of various objects from racquets to fashion to trophies. Truly a magical place...

In this episode, I travelled to Newport, Rhode Island to play a pre-qualifying event in which the winner receives a wildcard into the qualifying rounds at the ATP 250 Hall of Fame Open. I interview my first round opponent, Petro Kuzmenok, after we finished our match. Petro is a rising sophomore at Rice University playing for their D1 Varsity team. It was his first time playing on grass court but h...

In this episode, I travel to Gurugram, India to a ITF W35 tournament and got the chance to interview the director of the tournament, Vishal Uppal. Vishal has a long list of accolades including representing India in Davis Cup, former captain of India's Fed Cup team, captain of India's Junior ITF team, winning an Asian Games Medal, and founder of the Tennis Project where we are located, a project th...

In this episode, I travelled to Newport, Rhode Island to the International Tennis Hall of Fame to play a pre-qualification tournament in which the winner receives a wildcard to the qualies of the ATP 250 Hall of Fame Open. I had the opportunity to interview the Director of Tennis, Bill Mountford, who oversees all the activities at this stunning facility. He talks about a bit about his upbringing a...

In this episode, I travelled to India to meet my good friend and professional Indian tennis player, Sharmada Balu. I met her in Gurugram, India where she was playing a Women's ITF35 tournament and got to play and interview her before she had to leave to her next tournament and I go to the Delhi Open. Sharmada has a rich story filled with ups and downs, twists and turns as she navigates the profess...

In this episode, I interview Tristan Boyer at the ATP Challenger event at the Delhi Open. Tristan answers some questions before he goes up against Geoffrey Blancaneux in the semi finals. In this laid back interview, Tristan is regripping his racquets, stencilling them, and gearing up for his match. He unfortunately lost his match 6-3 6-4 and we take the post match interview from the restaurant bef...

In this episode, I travel to New Delhi, India to an ATP Challenger tournament, otherwise called the Delhi Open. I had the opportunity to interview the champions of the doubles draw, Matthew Romios and Piotr Matuszewski! They had played the last 3 weeks together as they played tournaments around India and topped off the trip with a huge win! I've partnered with Casual Pro. They are a really cool br...

In this episode, I'm in Miami, FL to meet up with Gui Cunha, aka Gui Tennis. Gui is a former top junior player from Brazil that made his way to Miami and is a professional tennis coach. We go over some of Gui's tennis background and he gives some awesome advice and tips how to improve in tennis. If you want to learn more, follow him on Instagram @GuiTennis I've partnered with Casual Pro. They are...

In this episode, I get a few minutes with the greatest wheelchair tennis player of all time, Shingo Kunieda! We talk about what he's been doing since he retired a couple years ago, how he got started playing tennis, his toughest challenge in his tennis career, and his final achievement winning Wimbledon in 2022. Kunieda has won 23 singles Grand Slams, 27 doubles Grand Slams, and has 9 Paralympic m...

In this episode, I walk around the Botanical Gardens with world number 158, Gabriela Knutson. She played the qualifying rounds of the Australian Open this year, losing in a tight 3rd set tiebreaker in the final round! We talk about her Australian Open experience, things that help her perform her best on tour, struggles of life around the tour, and much more! Dig into this great episode with Gabrie...

In this episode, I traveled to Miami, FL to hit with some local players and check out the stadium in Crandon Park, Key Biscayne. Crandon Park Tennis Center, located on Key Biscayne, Florida, has a rich history in the world of tennis. The center is primarily known for hosting the Miami Open, one of the most prestigious tournaments in professional tennis. Founding and Early Years: The Crandon Park T...

In this episode, I introduce Valarie Andrus, aka The Tennis City. She has a traveling tennis blog at www.tenniscityguide.com where she shares her experiences around the world with tennis, food, and accommodations. We met up at the US Open, watched some matches, and had a blast. Sit tight with us during this front row seat for the last slam of the year! We talk about some US Open experiences, our a...

In this episode, I introduce Vibe Tennis founder, tennis director, musician, and Barbados-native, Richard Henry! He talks about what inspired his lifestyle brand, Vibe Tennis, from how it got started to the vision he sees for the brand. Rich is also the director of Metropolis Country Club, in White Plains, NY. Huge pleasure getting to know you and spread the positive vibes! Cheers, Rich! ANNOUNCEM...

In this episode, I go around the US Open with Parker, who runs Behind the Broadcast, showcasing all the interesting things that go into TV broadcasting. We walk around the grounds a bit during the qualifying rounds of the US Open and run into my friend, Nick, who was a ballboy for 15 years! Follow me on Instagram 📸: @tipsytennispodcast Behind the Broadcast 🎥 : @BehindTheBroadcastYT Follow on Twi...

In this episode, I sit down with another podcaster and local tennis legend Toure! He talks about how he got started playing tennis, some of his tennis media experiences, what tennis means to us, and some interesting gambling related tennis stories. Huge pleasure to bring you on the pod, Toure. Cheers! Follow me on Instagram 📸: @tipsytennispodcast Follow on Twitter @tipsytennispodcast Join my Disc...

In this episode, I introduce world no 67 from Mexico, Miguel Reyes-Varela. I caught him while he was preparing for the Hall of Fame grass court tournament in Newport on the grass courts in Forest Hills, West Side Tennis Club. He talks about how tennis is a tradition in his family, best/worst things about traveling on tour, and his childhood idol. Pleasure sharing the court with you and meeting, Mi...

In this episode, I introduce tennis fanatic and good friend, Jacob. He's a novice tennis player but fell in love with the sport in the last few years. We talk about our Wimbledon predictions, ATP stand outs, and a bunch of hot takes on many players. Pleasure to have you on the pod, Jacob. Cheers! Follow me on Instagram 📸: @tipsytennispodcast Follow on Twitter @tipsytennispodcast Join my Discord S...

In this episode, I don't think my guest really needs an introduction but he gets one anyways. I introduce father of US Open champ and 3 time grand slam finalist Dominic Thiem, Wolfgang Thiem! Wolfgang takes us through some of his experience playing sports and passing that onto his children, Dominic and Moritz, who would later become amazing tennis players. We talk about Wolfgang's introduction to...

In this episode, I introduce owner of Park Slope Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, 15x title champion in international competition, 8x medalist, Brooklyn native, and the Professor, Marc Adami! Marc started his own BJJ academy here in Brooklyn, NY and is extremely passionate for his sport which is what I'm looking for at the end of the day if you were expecting a tennis guest. We talk about how he got s...

Welcome to the Changeover! In this episode, I introduce tennis ninja, Queens-native, and long time nemesis, Dillon McKenzie! I catch him before a tournament match and we talk about his preparation, growing up in NYC playing tennis coming from African American background, his off court hobbies, and which pros make it on his dream vacation! Check out the match we played on YouTube @TipsyTennis Follo...

Welcome to Story Time with Tipsy Tennis! In this new series, I read tennis books to give you summary and review. In this first episode, I go over "Open" by Andre Agassi. Agassi writes his autobiography in such a raw and emotional way that makes this book an essential for any tennis player and life learner. This is not just a book about tennis. It's also a book about family, friendship, and the hum...

In this episode, I introduce house DJ, weekend warrior, and childhood tennis prodigy, Zane "Ryos" Siddiqui! Ryos grew up playing tennis in Long Island, NY, where he crushed the competition as a junior. His music has hit over 50 million listens across all platform and Ryos continuously works hard to deliver beat and melodies that bring people together and get them moving! We talk about his experien...

In this episode, I introduce ATP player, D1 athlete, YouTuber, and ambassador for Swedish pancake serves, Simon Freund. I flew to Stockholm to meet up with Simon to learn more about this experience playing for LSU, UCSB, playing ITFs, a challenger, and ATP 250 debut at the Stockholm Open. Simon reached a career in singles back in 2020 reaching 677 and doubles career high of 361! He's incredibly ta...

In this episode, I introduce tennis director of Atlantic Beach Tennis & Pickleball Center in Long Island, NY, Eric Morales. He has experience coaching and traveling around the US on the, back then, satellite tour. He coached players up to 150 in the world and had played the qualies for the US Open himself. We talk about some of the stories and players he met during his traveling days, the stat...