The Tennis Podcast

David Law, Catherine Whitaker, Matt Roberts
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The Tennis Podcast

Catherine Whitaker, David Law and Matt Roberts talk tennis weekly throughout the year and daily during the Grand Slam tournaments. Friends of The Tennis Podcast have access to exclusive Q & A's, new editions of Tennis Re-Lived and more bonus contents. To become a Friend - https://bit.ly/FriendOfTheTennisPodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6D AGO

    Charleston, Houston and would you rather have Pegula, Kenin or Ostapenko’s career?

    Catherine, David and Matt discuss the start of the clay court season, headlined by victories for Jessica Pegula and Jenson Brooksby.  Part one - WTA Results. Pegula shows her toughness and her variety to win the first clay court title of her career in Charleston over Sofia Kenin. We discuss her reascension to American number one and compare her career with players like Jelena Ostapenko and Sofia Kenin who have won a slam but don't have her consistency. Plus, Camila Osorio wins Bogota for the third time.  Part two - ATP Results (from 30m). Brooskby saves match point in three different matches to win the first title of his career in Houston. We discuss his return to the tour, why we enjoy watching him play, and his final victory over Frances Tiafoe. There’s also chat about Flavio Cobolli not only snapping his 8-match losing run, but doing so by winning the title in Bucharest.  Part three - News (from 50m27s). Top players send a letter to the Grand Slams asking for more prize money, so what does that mean for the PTPA lawsuit? There’s also change at the top of the ATP, Coco Gauff leaving Team8, and a look ahead to Monte Carlo and the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers this week.  Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 22m

  2. MAR 31

    Miami - Sabalenka surges, Mensik arrives; Where does this leave Djokovic?

    Catherine, David and Matt were live to look back on Finals weekend in Miami and ahead to the clay court season.  Part one - ATP Miami. Have we been under-hyping Jakub Mensik? Was this still a positive week for Novak Djokovic? And what can we conclude from the Sunshine Double? Part two - WTA Miami (from 26m21s). How Aryna Sabalenka overcame Jessica Pegula in the final to cap her strong start to the season. Part three - News and clay season hype (from 39m59s). Daria Kasatkina to represent Australia, Andrey Rublev hires Marat Safin, and clay season predictions.  STEVE FURGAL'S INTERNATIONAL TENNIS TOURS: If you’ve enjoyed the the tennis year so far - the Australian Open, Indian Wells, Miami, and wish you could be there to watch the best players in the world in the sun, well next year, you can thanks to Steve Furgal’s International Tennis Tours. They have opened a Priority Access window for Tennis Podcast listeners before they go on sale to the general public so that you can get premium seating, top tier accommodations and personalised enhancements to the 2026 Australian Open, the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, and the Miami Open. And, just for Tennis Podcast listeners, as a thank you for securing your spot early, Steve Furgal’s International Tennis Tours are offering you an exclusive 5% discount towards your official travel packages when you place a Priority Access deposit. The deposit is fully refundable until you book your package, or until September 1st later this year. Just go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast to book your place for the best that tennis has to offer in 2026. Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 16m

  3. MAR 27

    Miami - Eala dream continues; Serious for Swiatek? Is Zverev the worst World No.2 ever?

    With Miami reaching its climax, Catherine, David and Matt catch up to discuss scheduling issues, more struggles for top players, and what might happen over the weekend.  Part one - WTA Results. We start with a rant about the scheduling before moving on to happier things and Alex Eala’s incredible run to the semi-finals. The flip side of that, however, is digesting a shocking performance from Iga Swiatek. What can we expect from her clay court season as her title drought continues? There’s also chat about an encouraging tournament for Emma Raducanu as well as Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula and Jasmine Paolini discovering some of their best form.  Part two - ATP Results (from 38m57s). We hail Grigor Dimitrov’s incredible effort to beat Francisco Cerundolo and reach the semi-finals, revel in a couple of wonderful wins for Arthur Fils, and wonder if Alexander Zverev is currently playing worse than any world number two ever.  Part three (from 61m57s). Any other business including the one year anniversary of The Barge, our next edition of Tennis Re-Lived, and shout outs.  STEVE FURGAL’S INTERNATIONAL TENNIS TOURS: Our partners for the Sunshine Double have opened a Priority Access window for Tennis Podcast listeners before they go on sale to the general public so that you can get premium seating, top tier accommodations and personalised enhancements at the 2026 Miami Open. And, as a thank you for securing your spot early, Steve Furgal’s International Tennis Tours are offering an exclusive 5% discount towards your official travel packages when you place a Priority Access deposit. Just go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast to book your place at the 2026 Miami Open. Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m

  4. MAR 24

    Miami - Alcaraz all at sea; Andreeva-Anisimova Aggro; PTPA lawsuit reaction

    Catherine, David and Matt discuss the opening week of action in Miami which has delivered plenty of shocks, controversial moments, and talking points.  Part one - ATP Results. Why did all the Indian Wells semi-finalists lose early? What’s up with Carlos Alcaraz right now? And just how good was Joao Fonseca’s performance to beat Ugo Humbert? There’s also discussion about a scheduling bungling, getting to know Colman Wong, Novak Djokovic’s form so far, and David has a big Gael Monfils take to share.  Part two - WTA Results (from 32m03s) Matt takes us through all the drama and aggro involving Amanda Anisimova and Mirra Andreeva as Anisimova stopped Andreeva’s 13-match winning streak in the battle of the backhand listers. We also discuss the wonderful run of Alexandra Eala, Emma Raducanu’s impressive win over Emma Navarro, and the way the Last 16 line-up is nicely set.  Part three - News (from 55m09s) Our reaction to the PTPA’s legal action against the Tours and what the player response so far means.  STEVE FURGAL’S INTERNATIONAL TENNIS TOURS: Our partners for the Sunshine Double have opened a Priority Access window for Tennis Podcast listeners before they go on sale to the general public so that you can get premium seating, top tier accommodations and personalised enhancements at the 2026 Miami Open. And, as a thank you for securing your spot early, Steve Furgal’s International Tennis Tours are offering an exclusive 5% discount towards your official travel packages when you place a Priority Access deposit. Just go to Tours4Tennis.com/Podcast to book your place at the 2026 Miami Open. Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 27m

  5. MAR 18

    Players & PTPA sue ATP, WTA - why, and what now?

    The Professional Tennis Players’ Association has begun legal action against tennis’ governing bodies. David speaks to Matt Futterman of The Athletic about why this is happening, what the players want, and what might happen next.  Read The Athletic's news story by Matt Futterman. Read The Athletic's explainer by Charlie Eccleshare. Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  6. MAR 17

    Indian Wells - Andreeva and Draper are the real deal

    Catherine, David and Matt were live on YouTube to react to Finals weekend at Indian Wells as Mirra Andreeva and Jack Draper became champions. Part one - WTA Results. How Andreeva scored her first victory over Aryna Sabalenka, an important Backhand List update, how to explain Sabalenka's third set performance, and the pressure Iga Swiatek is feeling in life and on court right now. Part two - ATP Results (from 38m45s). Draper beats Holger Rune in emphatic fashion to win the biggest title of his career, a worryingly bad showing from Carlos Alcaraz in the semi-finals, video review drama, and Daniil Medvedev's iconic 'apolobration'. Part three (from 67m58s). A look ahead to Miami, tribute to John Feinstein, live pet mascot reaction, and shout outs. Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 23m

  7. MAR 13

    Indian Wells - Swiatek-Sabalenka on collision course? Alcaraz, Draper hit top form

    With Indian Wells at the quarter-finals stage, Catherine, David and Matt catch up to discuss the last few days of action and look ahead to the weekend. Part one - WTA Results. Iga Swiatek’s imperious form ahead of her rematch with Zheng Qinwen, how Mirra Andreeva thrashed Elena Rybakina 6-1 6-2, Elina Svitolina’s remarkable resolve in light of Trump's meeting with Zelensky, a voice note from Coach Shriver as Donna Vekic rediscovers her form despite a three set loss to Madison Keys, and Belinda Bencic’s win over Coco Gauff.  Part two (from 42m22s) - ATP Results. Why it’s a dead heat between Jack Draper and Carlos Alcaraz for who’s been the most impressive so far, Arthur Fils reaches his first Masters 1000 quarter-final and now takes on Daniil Medvedev, a big opportunity for both Holger Rune and Tallon Griekspoor.  Part three (from 64m03s) - The return of Punchy Predictions. Plus news of our upcoming live shows this summer.  Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 14m

  8. MAR 10

    Indian Wells - Djokovic distress, Dutch takeover and the WTA’s maternity fund (brought to you by Saudi Arabia)

    Catherine, David and Matt are back to discuss the best of the action so far in Indian Wells.  Part one - ATP Results. Matt Futterman checks in from on site at Indian Wells to set the scene and we get some insight from Paul Haarhuis on the marvel that is Botic van de Zandschulp after his victory over Novak Djokovic. We also chat about what that defeat might mean for Djokovic, the iconic return of Lance Davis, the court surface dividing opinion, yet another defeat for Alexander Zverev, a nice win for Jack Draper over Joao Fonseca, and the fun run of Yosuke Watanuki.  Part two (from 36mins) - WTA Results. We talk about how Iga Swiatek is barely dropping games, the bottom half Last 16 is stacked with great matches, Coco Gauff is winning ugly again, Naomi Osaka playing ‘the worst match of her life’, and a clash between the two best backhands in the world.  Part three (from 49m14s) - News. The WTA announces a new maternity fund, but at what cost as its paid for by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund? And we pay tribute to Australian great Fred Stolle who died last week at the age of 86.  Become a Friend of the Tennis Podcast to receive exclusive access to bonus podcasts, including Tennis Re-Lived episodes, Grand Slam Review Shows, and monthly Live Shows on YouTube. Friends also get access to The Barge, Hannah’s Column, and an ad-free listening experience to all episodes of The Tennis Podcast.  Talk tennis with Friends on The Barge!  Sign up to receive our free Newsletter (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt’s Stat, mascot photos, predictions, and more) Follow us on Instagram (@thetennispodcast) Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our Shop - We have recently launched a range of caps! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Catherine Whitaker, David Law and Matt Roberts talk tennis weekly throughout the year and daily during the Grand Slam tournaments. Friends of The Tennis Podcast have access to exclusive Q & A's, new editions of Tennis Re-Lived and more bonus contents. To become a Friend - https://bit.ly/FriendOfTheTennisPodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    David Law, Catherine Whitaker, Matt Roberts
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2025
  • Episodes
    1.4K
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Law and Catherine Whitaker
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