What you talking about Willis?

ATP 64 Marcus Willis has finished his Wimbledon 2026 but the tournament and the talking points keep on coming. In this episode Willis and his mate Dave look at the bigger talking points after the first week of action. Marcus gives the inside track on what Serena Williams is like around the players area, how he saw huge potential in a young Arthur Fery and isn't suprised by his run. He also looks a...

Wimbledon is in full flight and today Marcus Willis plays in the Mens Doubles and Mixed Doubles. In this podcast Willis reviews his first round win, looks at his next opponents and talks mixed doubles with Heather Watson.  Peaking behind the curtain and getting you VIP access to the real life of a pro tennis player Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM  and YOUTUBE Please like and...

Every podcast has that episode. This is ours. This week it's all about the man on the other side of the mic. Marcus Willis — Wimbledon legend, doubles specialist, and largely successful avoider of serious questions — finally sits down for the interview he's been dodging since episode one. Think Frost/Nixon. Think hard questions, long pauses, and answers you genuinely weren't expecting. Oh and ther...

Wimbledon is here. And this year it's personal. Marcus Willis ATP 65 and his mate Dave break down the most storyline-loaded fortnight in tennis — from the comeback nobody saw coming to the farewell that deserved better. Serena Williams is back at SW19 for the 22nd time, armed with a wildcard and a point to prove — or as she put it, absolutely nothing to prove. "I don't need to win. I've won more t...

Wimbledon is days away and ATP pro Marcus Willis is ready. After strong results at Queen's and Eastbourne, Marcus sits down with his mate Dave to break down his grass court prep, how his new/old doubles partnership is taking shape, and what life genuinely looks like when you're living out of a suitcase on the Tennis Tour.  Plus — the boys have a new game. Dave reads out a completely made-up player...

Welcome back to What You Talking About Willis? with ATP 65 Marcus Willis (yes he's at 65) and his mate Dave! In this episode, the boys are pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to win on tour when everything feels against you. Marcus and his new-old partner David Stevenson just lifted the trophy at Ilkley, but it was a mental and physical battleground. Willbomb gets brutally honest abou...

Marcus Willis is back on the grass! Farewell brick dust and sliding it's time for bunting, punting, volleying and the smell of freshly cut lawns! ATP 68 Marcus Willis joins his mate Dave here to look ahead to the grasscourt season delving into the plans, partnerships and preparations ahead of Wimbledon 2026!  This podcast is a peak behind the curtain of professional tennis life. Tell all your mate...

ATP 67 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave delve into Roland Garros, Serena William, pressure on Zverev and stress test Custard. Yep!  This podcast looks back at Marcus 3rd round exit in his maiden French Open and the boys talk about the experience as well as the learnings. Can you believe that 5 years ago Marcus could've ended up in a boring office job rather than playing Grandslams?  The lads also l...

ATP 74 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave talk about the real life of a travelling tennis professional. At the age of 35 Marcus has just made his French Open debut and he’s only gone and won meaning he’s into round 2. In this podcast we look at how Willis stayed focus, how he dealth with the nerves and what the nearly 3 hour match took out of him. Lifting the lid and peaking behind the curtain of pro...

New opponents, a new apartment, and four days late. Welcome to the REAL world of Grand Slam tennis. Marcus Willis (ATP 74) is about to make his French Open debut at the age of 35, but the road to Roland Garros has been anything but smooth. Originally preparing for Etcheverry and Ugo Carabelli, the draw has thrown complete chaos his way. With singles players pulling out of the doubles draw at an un...

In this episode, current ATP No. 74 Marcus Willis sits down with his mate Dave to give you the ultimate, unfiltered insider perspective on the world's most famous clay-court Grand Slam. Inside this episode: ·         Settling into Parisian Life: How Marcus is adapting to the local culture, food and the rhythms of Roland Garros The Pro Tour Curtain Twitch: A raw look at what really goes on behind t...

ATP 74 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave pull back the curtain on what it  actually looks like to prepare for a Tennis Grand Slam. Spoiler alert: It’s not all private jets and luxury lounges. Shifting plans, sorting logistics and figuring out the finances of the pro tour. The boys dive deep into the pre-tournament excitement, how Marcus is planning on settling into Paris, and the reality of life as...

In an incredible turn of events, Marcus Willis shares some life-changing news: at 35 years old, he is set to make his maiden appearance at the French Open . Marcus sits down with his mate Dave for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it finally means to grace the clay of  Roland Garros . From the grueling sacrifices of life on the ATP tour to the overwhelming reality of this 2026 debut, the e...

Marcus gives an honest, behind-the-scenes look at his recent performance in the ATP 175 , sharing the highs, the lows, and the technical adjustments needed when the surface gets slow. Plus, are you sitting comfortably? Willbomb explains how the french league started as a bit of cash and has ended up as a lifetime committment. Expect the usual banter, unfiltered locker-room insights, and a raw look...

In our last episode we spoke about a tennis player called Ray Feltch who famously didn't beat Jimmy Connors in 1979 but only because Feltch is made up. Since Ray was invented he's now got a wikipedia page and considerable coverage on the 'What You Talking Willis' instagram channel. Here's an excerpt from his unauthorised biography Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM  and YOUTUBE...

Marcus and Dave talk clay-court partner swaps, Venus Williams’ record-breaking losing streak, and the big one problem at Roland Garros now that Alcaraz is out. Plus, the debut of our new game: Schwank or Wank. Can Marcus tell the difference between a Top 500 pro and a name Dave made up in the pub? Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM  and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this...

"When in Rome" as Ron Burgondy would say. We’re going to the eternal city this week as Marcus updates us on his latest campaign at the  ATP 75 in Rome . Between the red clay and the espresso, Marcus and Dave navigate the highs and lows of the tour, though things get a bit messy when the boys realise that Eduardo scWANK was a previous winner. Why doesn't tennis have football-style chants ? Dave and...

In this week’s episode of What You Talking About Willis , Marcus and Dave dive straight into the big news shaking British tennis: Jamie Murray’s retirement . The lads reflect on Jamie's incredible legacy and what's he really like off court. Marcus also gives us a candid update on his recent turnaround in form . After a gritty few weeks, the momentum is finally shifting—but with success comes chang...

Join ATP pro and current World No. 75 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave as Tennis words fall out of their mouths. In this week's episode, the boys ask if clay court tennis is overrated but also look at  The Ultimate Tennis Build: If you could build a "Frankenstein" player using any trait from any era, what would you take? Marcus reveals his pick of the legends The Technical Grind: Fresh off the prac...

ATP 75 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave tackle the elephant on the tour:  Jannik Sinner . Following last year’s doping controversy, is there a shift in public opinion after the Sunshine Double, or are we just seeing one of the best to ever pick up a racket?  On a more glass-half-full note, Willis finds fresh fire in the story of  Marco Trungelliti . At 36 years young, the Argentine has finally crac...

It’s been a whirlwind week for the boys! We’re back in the booth as Marcus processes a frustrating first-round exit at the Alicante Challenger. Despite the scoreboard, Marcus breaks down why he’s actually feeling "clay-ready" for the first time this season and why the transition from hard courts to the red dirt is as much a mental battle as a physical one. In this episode: The Travel Grind: From t...

We’re going from the clay of Spain to the boardrooms of the Middle East this week. Marcus is competing in the Alicante Challenger , breaking down the highs and lows of being on the dirt and what its like to adapt... In this episode: The Alicante Report: Marcus gives us a courtside view of the challenger alongside his partner Josh Paris. The Big Debate: Is Saudi money "wanted" or "needed" in tennis...

What a whirlwind few weeks on the tour!!! Marcus kicks things off by completing the nightmare journey to the Phoenix Challenger and scrambling for his only practice session before taking the court with Ray Ho. Plus a look ahead to the French Open The boys then head to the desert to break down Indian Wells - Sinner, Alcaraz, Medvedev and Zverev. Willis was in attendance for the Sabalenka vs. Rybaki...

In this episode of What You Talking About Willis? , ATP pro Marcus Willis and his mate Dave bring you a "live from the motorway" special that perfectly captures the unglamorous reality of professional tennis. Marcus is supposed to be heading to the Arizona Tennis Classic in Phoenix to partner with Ray Ho , but the universe has other plans. With the motorway shut down and a flight leaving imminentl...

Is the modern tennis circuit too "robotic"? This episode of What You Talking About Willis hears  Marcus and Dave dive deep into the creative soul of the game. From tactical gambles to the gritty reality of life on the road, the boys aren't holding back. Also on the menu The Creative Edge: Should players ditch the "one size fits all" approach? We discuss the radical idea of switching rackets betwee...