Best Tennis Podcasts (2025)

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TFP 422: How to Grow the Game — Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro on Expanding Tennis for Kids and Adults 52:52

5h ago52:52

52:52

On Episode 422 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed the CEO of The USTA Mid Atlantic Foundation, Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro about expanding tennis for kids and adults. In this episode, you’ll learn about USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation and its biggest strengths in tennis, how tennis communities impact connections between players, few details about…

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She's TOP 20! : End-of-Year Interview with Victoria Mboko 30:36

2h ago30:36

30:36

Canada's number one women's singles player returns to Match Point Canada! Victoria Mboko returns to the podcast to chat with Ben Lewis and reflect on her unbelievable 2025 season which saw her jump from world No. 333 to No. 18 and win two WTA titles including her home event in Montreal. The 19 year-old looks back on her great journey, some of her b…

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Chat To Mi Back: 2025 WTA Wrap 1:14:04

1h ago1:14:04

1:14:04

It’s time to wrap the 2025 WTA season! We saw 5 different players split the Slams and the WTA Finals to form a season with a clear top tier but no outright dominance, allowing for surprises (Mboko, Andreeva, Swiatek at Wimbledon) and steady reliables (Sabalenka). As always, we’ll take you through the season chronologically while highlighting some k…

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MBAs 55:23

5d ago55:23

55:23

Spain and Italy can't keep their hands off each other, and Rennae ever so slightly relents on the weekly topic of Justine Henin's majestic backhand! As always, we're here to solve all of tennis' problems—from the NCAAs to PTPAs, Tour Finals (just join em, already!) and of course, team competition. As ever, we're thankful for all of you! See omnystu…

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Davis Cup Final - Cobolli clinches cup, is he Italy’s next big star? 1:10:14

5d ago1:10:14

1:10:14

Flavio Cobolli clinched a third successive Davis Cup for hosts Italy, and Catherine, David and Matt were in awe at his comeback win. The young Italian came back from losing a first set 1-6 against Jaume Munar of Spain to win a thrilling three-setter in front of stadium-shaking crowd. He was given the perfect platform by veteran Matteo Berrettini, w…

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Davis Cup - Italy vs. Spain final; Who needs Sinneraz? 54:59

9m ago54:59

54:59

The Davis Cup Final for 2025 is set, and even though Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are not there, it still features Italy and Spain! Part One 00.00 General euphoria from Catherine, David and Matt after a brilliant couple of semifinals ensured that Italy and Spain would meet in the Davis Cup title. There’s a blow-by-blow account of how and why we…

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Davis Cup - Semis set after doubles drama 51:54

8d ago51:54

51:54

Catherine, David and Matt discuss a dramatic few days at the Davis Cup Finals. There’s chat about Spain coping with Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal, a doubles classic won by Germany against Argentina, a moment of madness from Corentin Moutet, and Italy’s homecoming as champions. Plus, predictions for Italy vs Belgium and Spain vs Germany in the semis. …

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Episode 30 - ATP Finals Recap with Steve Weissman 31:42

1h ago31:42

31:42

Jannik Sinner defended his crown in Turin! The Italian captured the ATP Finals for a second consecutive year, overcoming Carlos Alcaraz in another thrilling final. Tennis Channel's Steve Weissman joins Ben to break down the event and the epic Sincaraz rivalry, Felix Auger-Aliassime's rise to the top 5, and other players to watch in the top 10 and b…

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Hall of Fame 45:57

10d ago45:57

45:57

We recap the (predictably, but satisfying) ATP Tour Finals, discuss the Gazprom Open, bid farewell to Chris Eubanks and debate the justifiable entry into the International Tennis Hall of Fame of the GOAT (in our house, her name is Mary Carillo) as well as some guy named Roger Federer. Plus: who got snubbed and why? See omnystudio.com/listener for p…

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TFP 421: Bridging the Gap Between Recreational Players and Creator-driven Tennis Content with Alex Chan 52:12

10d ago52:12

52:12

On Episode 421 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed Alex Chan to talk about tennis content creators and how we can continue to grow as a community. Alex has been in the tennis industry for more than 15 years. He is a tennis community expert and content creator focusing on recreational players. On the show, we’ll talk about how he started his …

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Big Simping 50:08

11d ago50:08

50:08

Jannik Sinner defends at the ATP Finals, again without losing a set, beating his chief rival #1 Carlos Alcaraz. The final was fine, even quite good at times, albeit a bit momentum-less; but hey, they can’t all be classics. Novak makes some valid points about Sinner’s doping case – yes, well-tread territory to be fair – and gets subtweeted by Darren…

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Davis Cup Finals - Can Italy Threepeat without Sinner? 1:09:18

8d ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Catherine, David & Matt preview the 2025 tennis season’s denouement - the Davis Cup Finals in Bologna, Italy. Part One (00:00) - With Matt reporting from the ground in Bologna, the team look ahead to the first two quarter finals; France vs Belgium, and defending Champions Italy vs Austria. How will Italy cope with the absence of their two best sing…

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ATP Finals - Sinner takes it all 1:18:17

1h ago1:18:17

1:18:17

After the final match of the ATP Tour season, Catherine David & Matt are joined by Charlie Eccleshare in Turin to discuss the latest edition of the Sinneraz rivalry, and another astonishing ATP Finals title for Jannik Sinner, who is now undefeated on indoor hard courts for two full seasons. Part One 00:00 - In depth analysis of Sinner's straight se…

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Can anyone stop another Sinner-Alcaraz final? 58:14

10d ago58:14

58:14

David and Matt discuss the Group Stages of the ATP Finals with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner seemingly on yet another collision course in Turin. Part one - Bjorn Borg Group (00:00 - 20:55). We react to Felix Auger-Aliassime’s nervy victory in the decisive match against Alexander Zverev, take stock of the German’s season, and cover how Sinner has…

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Episode 29 - ATP Finals, WTA Finals Recap & Goodbye to Gaby and Erin 38:30

18d ago38:30

38:30

The final stretch of the tennis calendar is here! This episode brought to you by Hare Wine Co. Felix Auger-Aliassime officially qualified and is in the mix as the Nitto ATP Finals is now underway from Turin. We break down why Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are a step ahead, and who could potentially challenge their chances to win the end-of-year …

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Photo Opps 55:45

9d ago55:45

55:45

It’s our 400th episode! Elena Rybakina makes a stunning run through the WTA Finals field, but the ending is overshadowed by an awkward non-photo with the WTA CEO. Novak Djokovic is a stunt queen til the end, winning Athens and then telling Musetti at the net that he won’t be playing Turin anyway, so thanks for playing! Meanwhile, newcomers Learner …

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Billionaire's Challenge 36:52

19d ago36:52

36:52

Yes, we recap the WTA Finals on-court results and off-court statements (looking at you on both counts, Elena Rybakina!) and preview what we hope is an exciting ATP Finals. In the spirit of constructive criticism, any billionaire who wants to pay for the year-end tournament to be in front of a rowdy crowd gets a free tennis lesson from Rennae among …

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Will Rybakina’s title be the first of many? 1:24:06

2h ago1:24:06

1:24:06

Catherine, David and Matt discuss Elena Rybakina’s title victory in Riyadh and preview the ATP Finals in Turin as the field is finally set. Part one - WTA Finals (00:00 - 49:38). We cover Rybakina’s incredible performance to beat Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 7-6(0) in the final and ponder what it might mean for the future. There’s also chat about Sabalenka’…

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Feature Interview - Tournament Director Mike Tevlin of the Tevlin Challenger 19:41

21d ago19:41

19:41

Our latest feature interview is here! Mike Tevlin joins the podcast this week to talk about the 20th instalment of the popular 75k Tevlin Challenger that he and his wife Nicole have spearheaded over the last two decades here in Toronto. We discuss the importance of developing young Canadian players and giving them opportunities to showcase their ta…

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The Big Jack Draper Interview 1:43:40

19d ago1:43:40

1:43:40

Catherine, David and Matt are joined by the current British No.1 and Indian Wells champion Jack Draper for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview. Having been forced to shut down his season early due to an arm injury, Draper talks through some of the highs and lows of the year, updates us on his preparation for next season, and delves deep into the c…

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WTA semis set - who wins it all? 1:01:30

19d ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Part One - Serena Williams Group. With Anisimova beating Madison Keys and Iga Swiatek to qualify, we’re officially at the ‘silencing the doubters’ stage of our prediction. We analyse Anisimova’s improving performances through the week, offer some reflections on Swiatek’s curious season, and discuss the remarkable form of Rybakina at this tournament…

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TFP 420: From D1 Tennis to Content Creator with Kevin Hsieh 38:57

14d ago38:57

38:57

On Episode 420 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed Kevin Hsieh about his journey from D1 Tennis to being a content creator. In this episode, you’ll learn how Kevin got into tennis and then into content creation, his Juniors and college tennis experiences, USTA league tennis experiences, what Kevin is trying to improve in his game, his ups an…

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For Shame. 53:37

25d ago53:37

53:37

We love the new Battle of the Sexes! Just kidding, we hate it and its cynical, gross and insultingly crude existence. We talk all things WTA Finals—matchups, blowouts, blowups and more, as well as go in depth about the brilliant critique of the failure of tennis' establishment to offer good digital content. Sorry, but watching players create meme c…

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Episode 28 - Mboko's title, FAA's Paris run, Sinner back to No. 1 34:05

26d ago34:05

34:05

It was a big week for Canadian tennis! Victoria Mboko captured her second career singles title of 2025 and of her young career, winning the trophy in Hong Kong. Felix Auger-Aliassime made the finals of the Paris Masters and is now in the conversation to qualify for the ATP Finals in Turin. Guest Stephen Boughton of The Slice joins Ben to break down…

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Is indoor Sinner unbeatable in this form? 1:04:05

21d ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Catherine, David and Matt react to Jannik Sinner’s title in Paris and the first couple of days of action at the WTA Finals. Part one - ATP. Sinner is the Paris champion and the World No.1 again, but he will finish the season on top or will it be Carlos Alcaraz? We chat about that race, Sinner’s astonishing performances all week in Paris, and how th…

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Is Anisimova the favourite for the WTA finals? 1:07:48

19d ago1:07:48

1:07:48

The groups have been drawn for the WTA Finals in Riyadh and Catherine, David and Matt are here to preview the tournament and reflect on the opening stages of the ATP 1000 event in Paris. Part one - WTA Finals singles preview. We break down the groups and make predictions for the week ahead. How will Iga Swiatek fare against the big hitters? What wi…

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The Cusp Boys 41:41

28d ago41:41

41:41

Almost there … Elena Rybakina booked her spot in the WTA Finals and dipped immediately (extremely injured). Basel saw three of its four quarterfinals end with a retirement. Naturally, the ATP decided this was the perfect time to announce an imminent 10th Masters 1000 tournament, in Saudi Arabia, which will require the shuttering of five current ATP…

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Sinner survives, Fonseca fires and Saudi footprint grows 1:29:19

29d ago1:29:19

1:29:19

Catherine, David and Matt round up the latest tour results before Charlie Eccleshare of The Athletic joins to discuss the news that Saudi Arabia will be hosting an ATP Masters 1000 tournament from 2028. Part one - Results. We cover lots of Jannik Sinner talking points, including his victory over Alexander Zverev in an excellent Vienna final, his re…

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Step It Up 1:01:52

1M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

After an action-packed week, Rennae and Caitlin are back, and the end of the year is staring us down the barrel! We talk Saudi Masters 1000, Mira Andreeva's visa snafu and lessons for everyone to learn. If you're gonna wake up in the morning and play pro tennis, come to WIN. Otherwise, call it a day and head to the Maldives. See omnystudio.com/list…

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Feature Interview - Mia Kupres 22:12

29d ago22:12

22:12

Canadian Mia Kupres returns this week to Match Point Canada! Currently finishing her NCAA career at Texas A&M University, the 21 year-old stops by with Mike McIntyre to discuss her final season at the school, her eagerness to turn pro, admiration of Novak Djokovic and her friendship with fellow Canuck Vicky Mboko. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad ch…

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TFP 419: How We Won Super Tri-Level Sectionals + Top Lessons Learned 24:17

1M ago24:17

24:17

On Episode 419 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I will reveal the top lessons I learned from the super tri-level sectionals. I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful from it, let me know in the comments below. And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your…

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Feature Interview - Cadence Brace 19:11

1M ago19:11

19:11

She's the latest Canadian to break inside the top 200 of the rankings! 20-year-old Cadence Brace joins Ben of Match Point Canada after reaching the WTA Challenger final in Tampico. She talks about her tennis journey growing up in Toronto, competing against her compatriots, and being named to Canada's Billie Jean King Cup play-off team for November.…

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So Sorry, Bestie 45:10

1M ago45:10

45:10

It’s late in the season but great stories are still being written: the world #204 Valentin Vacherot slips into the Shanghai qualifying draw and then wins it all, Coco Gauff rights the ship in Asia for the second year in a row, and two Canadians win titles in the same week. We also talk about Holger Rune’s Achilles injury, Finals qualification story…

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Rune’s horror injury overshadows end-of-season race 1:13:36

1M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

Catherine, David and Matt catch up on all the latest tour results as the races for the year-end finals heat up. Part one - WTA Results. We start with Elena Rybakina’s title run in Ningbo, including her impressive turnaround in the final against Ekaterina Alexandrova and where that leaves the Race to Riyadh. Jasmine Paolini has qualified, but why is…

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TFP 418: Top 10 Doubles Blunders + Tennis Con 9 Preview with Peter Freeman 47:49

1M ago47:49

47:49

On Episode 418 of The Tennis Files Podcast, Peter Freeman and I will talk about the top 10 doubles blunders and tennis con 9 preview. I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful from it, let me know in the comments below. And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game str…

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Cousins, Kyrgios 42:35

2M ago42:35

42:35

Well how about those cousins—what the triumphant showing in Shanghai between Valentin Vacherot and Arthur Rinderknech (and let's not forget their lady cousin Chloe Pacquet) means for Novak Djokovic's final act as well as Meddy and the lost generation. Plus: A stubborn Coco prevails in Wuhan, JPeg's exhausting run to the finals and a Nick Kyrgios in…

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Cousins Prove Dreams Can Come True 1:22:50

1M ago1:22:50

1:22:50

Catherine, David and Matt recap a week headlined by a family fairytale in Shanghai and Coco Gauff’s title run in Wuhan. Part one - ATP Shanghai. Valentin Vacherot became the lowest-ranked player ever to win a Masters 1000 title, doing so by beating his cousin, Arthur Rinderknech, in the final. We cover all the elements that made this story so speci…

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Dry Sockets 58:45

1M ago58:45

58:45

Late in the season, the tennis tour is winding itself through the great cities of China. Anisimova wins Beijing, the women put together a banner lineup in Wuhan, while the men in Shanghai limp (literally) toward the season's end. We've still got so many great listener questions to answer, which cover topical stuff like the length of the tennis seas…

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Feature Interview - Influencer Rachel Stuhlmann 29:56

2M ago29:56

29:56

We're back with another interview on Match Point Canada! Influencer, Content Creator and Tennis Correspondent Rachel Stuhlmann joins Mike this week to talk about her emerging presence as a major media personality in the tennis world, her love of the National Bank Open and her friendship with the recently retired Genie Bouchard! Enjoy :) Learn more …

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TFP 417: Smarter Gear for Everyday Tennis Players with ADV Founder Lavie Sak 44:57

2M ago44:57

44:57

On Episode 417 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed Lavie Sak, founder of ADV (Advantage) — a brand creating innovative gear for tennis, pickleball, and other racket sports. In this episode, you’ll learn Lavie’s tennis journey, how he turned setbacks into comebacks after a failed venture, the story behind ADV’s cutting-edge products designed …

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If if if 50:52

2M ago50:52

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She's now a two-time US Open champion and has been world No. 1 in doubles! Fresh off her second career US Open crown with Gaby Dabrowski, Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss their latest big title, passion for doubles, why New York is special, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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