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Tennis

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Updated 24/12/2025

16 JAN

CRAIG TILEY IS STYLISH

What happens when our hosts Mike (@comedymikegoldstein) and Lizzy (@lizzyhoo) spend the entire day interviewing just about every single tennis player in the world? We get tired, sloppy and frankly a little bit narky. Step into the swanky padded cube that is Pod Laver Arena to find out our red-hot thoughts on the Aus Open draw, tennis players' watches and witness the birth of a new poorly-thought segment, 'Would You Rafter?' Also, we learn some revealing and disgusting things about our tech guy, Aceman. Oh, the SEO guys here say these pods do better if we mention a big-name tennis player in this blurb. So... Jannick Sinner.Listen to The AO Wrap to stay up to date with the latest results each day of the main draw. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Jan

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38 min
26/01/2020

Day 7: Sofia snuffs Gauff, Milos marches on and big names advance

Sofia Kenin ends Coco Gauff’s run, Milos Raonic removes Marin Cilic, while Ash Barty, Petra Kvitova, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer advance to the quarter finals on Day 7 of the Australian Open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26/01/2020

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15 min
10/06/2024

The Sit-Down with Stephen Farrow

As the tours pivot from clay to grass, former Queen's Club tournament director Stephen Farrow sits down with Matt and Viv to reveal how he entered the tennis industry and rose to oversee one of the world's most historic events. Now living in Australia in his role as tournament director of the innovative United Cup, the British native recalls some of his most memorable moments across his career in tennis, and envisages an exciting future for the sport. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyAT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10/06/2024

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30 min
27/06/2024

Wimbledon preview: Djoker good to go? Murray mystery, Alex & Ajla to lead Australia

Novak Djokovic has hit the grass courts and is firming to take his place in the main draw of Wimbledon, but Andy Murray's plight is shrouded in mystery — Storm Hunter joins the panel to discuss their chances of making it to the start line and preview the men’s and women’s singles championships, we check in with Viv Christie and Todd Woodbridge from Qualifying, Alex de Minaur and Ajla Tomljanovic are set to spearhead a nine-strong Australian contingent for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and Storm Hunter reflects on her time at the Tokyo 2020 Games. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27/06/2024

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44 min
04/07/2024

Wimbledon week 1: Women's race wide open, Novak rising, Kokk from the clouds!

Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina are the women's title favourites in a first week of Wimbledon that’s seen the withdrawal of Aryna Sabalenka and the first-round upset of defending champion Marketa Vondrousova — Storm Hunter returns to the panel to discuss all the big stories including Novak Djokovic’s herculean recovery, Andy Murray’s Wimbledon swan song (in the men's doubles and mixed), and all the stand-out Aussie performances including five-set phenom Thanasi Kokkinakis, plus we check in with Viv Christie and Pete Marcato on the grounds of the All-England Club. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04/07/2024

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47 min
14/10/2024

The Sit-Down with Talia Gibson

Rising Australian star Talia Gibson joins The Sit-Down to discuss her sizzling form, which has seen her scoop three consecutive ITF titles on the Australian Pro Tour and build a 14-match winning streak. The 20-year-old now sits at a career-high world No.128 and has her sights set on bigger goals, such as direct entry to Grand Slams and an elite top-100 ranking. Born in Perth but now based in Brisbane, Gibson has been honing her game under the watchful eye of Codie George, an emerging Australian female coach whom she credits for several valuable tennis lessons that are helping her now. Gibson, who reached the final round of Wimbledon and US Open qualifying in 2024, is one of several young Aussie players trending upwards and hopes to maintain her stellar form on the Pro Tour in the build-up to the Australian Summer of Tennis in 2025. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@MattyAT@brieparker See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14/10/2024

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21 min
02/12/2024

The Sit-Down with John Millman

It's been almost a year since John Millman retired from professional tennis at AO 2024, drawing the curtains on an impressive 15-year playing career. The former world No.33 sits down with Todd Woodbridge to discuss his enjoyment of rediscovering a stable lifestyle and reconnecting with family and friends — two things he seldom experienced during his decade-and-a-half on the tour. Yet the Queenslander also reveals how the rhythm of international travel was baked into his DNA, which he has since countered by keeping himself busy with a return to study. Millman also shares his career highlights, including his famous 2018 win over Roger Federer to reach the US Open last eight, and his pride at representing Australia —particularly his Davis Cup debut against Belgium in 2017 and as Aussie No.1 during the team’s win over Brazil in 2020. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyAT@toddwoodbridge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02/12/2024

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23 min
09/12/2024

The Sit-Down with Paul McNamee (Part 2)

When Viv and Matt sat down with Paul McNamee in April, the conversation naturally shifted to his time as tournament director of the Australian Open. McNamee held the role from 1995 till 2006, a period of extraordinary growth for the tournament. During this time, the AO's status rose to match the other Grand Slams, its brand identity was refreshed, and it attracted new audiences. This peaked during AO 2005, the tournament's centenary year, with the men's final between Lleyton Hewitt and Marat Safin attracting some of the biggest domestic TV numbers in ratings history. With Australian Open 2025 just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to relive McNamee’s memories of his time in charge. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyAT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09/12/2024

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21 min
11/11/2024

The Sit-Down with Jill Craybas

Almost 20 years ago, Jill Craybas produced one of the great Grand Slam upsets, defeating Serena Williams to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon — a career-best result. The former US college player, who also holds a communications degree, sat down with Matt to reflect on a professional career that saw her crack the top 40 and win the WTA Japan Open title. Since retiring in 2013, she has emerged as a notable voice in tennis media — including as a part of Australian Open’s World Feed commentary team. Craybas discusses in detail her career highlights, her favourite memories, and how she marvels at the modern stars of the game. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyAT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11/11/2024

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30 min
16/12/2024

The Sit-Down with Alex Michelsen

American youngster Alex Michelsen sits at a career-high world No.41 as he heads to Jeddah to compete in the Next Gen ATP Finals. The 20-year-old recently sat down with Viv and Matt during a rare break at home in California to discuss his meteoric rise. Michelsen began season 2024 ranked 97th and soared thanks to reaching two ATP finals — Newport and Winston-Salem — and winning more than 30 singles matches, including against top-10 opponent Alex de Minaur in Los Cabos. Michelsen, now coached by 2005 US Open semifinalist Robby Ginepri, attributes his vast improvement to strengthening his varied game and taking advantage of his 6’4” frame. He hopes to finish the year strong at the Next Gen event (as the No.2 seed) before turning his attention to the Australian Summer of Tennis. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyAT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16/12/2024

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29 min

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