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Produced out of the state of the art Tennis Channel Studios in Santa Monica, California, host Mitch Michals takes you inside the world of professional tennis with the past, present, and future of the sport. Featuring Tennis Channel broadcasters, players, and many others who eat, sleep & breathe tennis. Stay in the loop and in the know with Tennis Channel Inside-In.

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Produced out of the state of the art Tennis Channel Studios in Santa Monica, California, host Mitch Michals takes you inside the world of professional tennis with the past, present, and future of the sport. Featuring Tennis Channel broadcasters, players, and many others who eat, sleep & breathe tennis. Stay in the loop and in the know with Tennis Channel Inside-In.

    Paul Annacone on Grass Season, Alcaraz's Game and Breakthroughs for De Minaur & Draper + Digital Content Creator Eliza Wastcoat Talks Fashion, Making Media & Creating New Fans

    Paul Annacone on Grass Season, Alcaraz's Game and Breakthroughs for De Minaur & Draper + Digital Content Creator Eliza Wastcoat Talks Fashion, Making Media & Creating New Fans

    One of the top coaches in tennis history returns to the podcast, as Paul Annacone stops by to discuss all the grass court action in Europe. Annacone recaps the title runs last weekend for Alex De Minaur and top British player Jack Draper, and explains why Carlos Alcaraz is phenomenal on this surface. The Tennis Channel commentator also dives into Jannik Sinner's new role as world #1, Ben Shelton and Sebastian Korda's potential to catch fire, and how Taylor Fritz has gotten more comfortable with his "average" game. Annacone also looks ahead to Wimbledon, and explains why Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff are on his list as potential champions at the All England Club.
    And digital creator/tennis influencer Eliza Wastcoat joins the show to discuss her path from being a Wimbledon ball kid to one of the prominent voices covering the sport. The content creator, also known as "Liza West," explains her rise on social media, and how she overcame her fears to find her voice and develop a large following. Wastcoat also dives into the fashion trends on both the men's and women's tours, and shares her experiences getting to interview several players at the Taste of Tennis event. She's one of the rising stars in tennis media, and we're delighted to have Eliza Wastcoat on this episode of Tennis Channel Inside-In. Hosted by Mitch Michals.

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    • 1 hr 2 min
    Alcaraz Conquers Roland Garros, Swiatek Reings Supreme and Djokovic's Future with Greg Rusedski + Pro Adam Walton on Challenger Success and Working His Way To The ATP

    Alcaraz Conquers Roland Garros, Swiatek Reings Supreme and Djokovic's Future with Greg Rusedski + Pro Adam Walton on Challenger Success and Working His Way To The ATP

    Roland Garros 2024 is in the books, and former Top 5 pro Greg Rusdeski returns to the show to discuss how Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek took home the trophies in Paris. The broadcaster analyzes how Alcaraz was able to his third major title, his place in the game as a bonafide superstar, and how his rivalry with new world #1 Jannik Sinner continues to heat up. Rusedski also examines how brilliant Iga Swiatek is on the clay, which players can contend with her during the rest of the WTA season, and if the Polish player will break Chris Evert's record of seven Roland Garros titles. And Rusedski explains why he's not counting out Novak Djokovic when he returns from injury, even if it's in this year's Olympic Games.
    And then Adam Walton joins the podcast for a conversation about his journey from a small town in Australia to becoming one of the Top 100 players in the world. Walton discusses his transition from college at the University of Tennessee to the professional ranks, where he started with no ranking points at all. The young player, who recently won his third Challenger title and qualified for the Wimbledon main draw, explains what areas of his game he's been working on and how he deals with the ups and downs of tennis. It's a fascinating chat with a player who worked relentlessly to become a legit pro, and is poised to keep climbing up the tennis ladder. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    • 1 hr 8 min
    Jenny Drummond Talks Andreeva's Arrival, Gauff Chasing Swiatek, and Another Chapter in the Sinner vs. Alcaraz Rivalry At Roland Garros

    Jenny Drummond Talks Andreeva's Arrival, Gauff Chasing Swiatek, and Another Chapter in the Sinner vs. Alcaraz Rivalry At Roland Garros

    TV presenter/reporter Jenny Drummond joins the Inside-In Podcast to discuss the final stages of Roland Garros, with a new champion about to crowned on the men's side. Drummond recaps Novak Djokovic's withdrawal from the tournament due to a knee injury, and what the future might look like for the Serbian superstar. The commentator analyzes the level of tennis being played by Carlos Alcaraz & Jannik Sinner as they prepare for another showdown of epic proportions in the semifinal. And Drummond explains why Casper Ruud continues to make deep runs in Paris, and why Alexander Zverev may finally be ready to win his first major title.
    Drummond, who has worked for networks such as BBC Sport and TNT Sports, dissects how Iga Swiatek has taken her game to a new level in the past two rounds. The reporters previews her upcoming showdown with American Coco Gauff, and reacts Mirra Andreeva & Jasmine Paolini's improbable upset wins in the quarterfinals. Champions are about to be crowned at Roland Garros, and Jenny Drummond breaks it all down on this week's show. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    • 48 min
    Nico Pereira on Alcaraz Rounding Into Form, Surging Sabalenka and More From Roland Garros

    Nico Pereira on Alcaraz Rounding Into Form, Surging Sabalenka and More From Roland Garros

    Tennis Channel's own Nico Pereira returns to Inside-In to recap a wild first week at Roland Garros, with some of the game's top players rounding into form on the clay. Pereira discusses Carlos Alcaraz flying under the radar, Daniil Medvedev's winning ways, and how players like Francisco Cerundolo and Casper Ruud find so much success on this surface. The former pro also dives into Novak Djokovic's status as the tournament progresses, and whether a sizable upset is brewing in the men's draw.
    And on the women's front, Pereira explains why Swiatek remains nearly invincible in Paris. He also chats about Aryna Sabalenka's consistency across all the majors, Mirra Andreeva's arrival on the main stage, and other players that can keep racking up the wins at Roland Garros. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    • 37 min
    Nadal Falls To Zverev, Swiatek Escapes vs. Osaka And More From Roland Garros With Barstool Hubbs

    Nadal Falls To Zverev, Swiatek Escapes vs. Osaka And More From Roland Garros With Barstool Hubbs

    Roland Garros is underway, and Barstool Hubbs returns to the podcast to break down the first few days of action in France. Hubbs recaps the valiant effort Rafael Nadal put up in defeat against Alexander Zverev, disscusses the Spaniard's future, and assesses whether Alexander Zverev can go the distance in Paris. The Barstool Sports writer/host also anaylzes Novak Djokovic's form early, whether Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are ready to grab their first title, and explain why Ben Shelton is built for the hostile crowds at this major.
    Hubbs also examines the thrilling round two match that saw Iga Swiatek survive against Naomi Osaka, and explains why he expects more great tennis in the future for the Japanese megastar. Will Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina or somebody else challenge Swiatek in Paris? And which American will go the farthest in the men's draw. Those questions and more are answered an this episode of the Inside-In Podcast with Barstool Hubbs. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    • 52 min
    The 2024 Roland Garros Preview Show With Mark Knowles & Brett Connors: Headlined By Nadal vs. Zverev In Round 1!

    The 2024 Roland Garros Preview Show With Mark Knowles & Brett Connors: Headlined By Nadal vs. Zverev In Round 1!

    The Roland Garros draw is out, and one of the biggest and most historic first round matches has been set in Paris. Mark Knowles and Brett Connors join the show to preview the opening encounter between 14-time champion Rafael Nadal & the #4 player in the world Alexander Zverev. The guys discuss how Nadal can find success on the clay, and just how deep the men's draw is at Roland Garros. They analayze if Novak Djokovic has the goods to repeat his champion, and break down all the exicting opening matchups on the men's side.
    Knowles and Connors then look at the women's draw, where Iga Swiatek is the overwhelming favorite to win her 4th title. Could Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff or Elena Rybakina go the distance in Paris? Will Danielle Collins keep riding high in her final season? And who are the dangerous players floating in the draw, ready to go on the run of a lifetime? All that and more is covered with Mark Knowles and Brett Connors on 2024 Roland Garros preview show. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    • 51 min

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