The Big T

Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey

Enter the greenroom of tennis legends and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe, Andrea Petkovic, and Mark Petchey gather weekly to guide fans through the biggest storylines, sharpest debates, and competitive chaos shaping the global tennis landscape. Produced by the authority in tennis coverage for 23 years, Tennis Channel has designed THE BIG T podcast to deliver elevated tennis conversations intended to make you feel as though you’re pulling up a chair alongside four of the sport’s most respected minds. Each episode is suited to help tennis fans cut through the clutter and get right to the heart of what matters in the tennis world.  Brad Gilbert, former World No. 4 and 20-time ATP titleholder, brings unmatched perspective from a career that includes coaching legends Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, and Coco Gauff. His relationships, instincts, and energy are second to none.Coco Vandeweghe, former US Open Doubles Champion and WTA veteran of 15 seasons, offers bold, fearless opinions shaped by the same competitive edge that defined her career.Andrea Petkovic, former World No. 9 and German No. 1 with seven career titles, has emerged as one of the sport’s most thoughtful voices since retiring in 2022—known for her nuanced analysis and storytelling as a broadcaster and host.Mark Petchey, a decade-long ATP professional, is revered for his tennis intellect and coaching acumen, having worked closely with Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu. Unlike other tennis podcasts, THE BIG T is on location at the sport’s biggest events—bringing fans courtside conversations with the true MVPs of the tennis world. From Melbourne to Indian Wells, Rome, and beyond, the show skips the small talk to deliver bold takes, real scoops, and insider perspective. Whether it’s Sinner vs. Alcaraz, the legacy of the Big Three, or the ever-evolving WTA landscape, THE BIG T is designed to make you the smartest tennis fan in the room.New episodes every Wednesday. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch full episodes on YouTube.com/TennisChannel and on the Tennis Channel App, featuring exclusive premium bonus content.

  1. -2 J

    THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION — Special Guest Darren Cahill

    We are LIVE from Paris. The clay is red, the stakes are historic, and The Big T is open for business. Brad Gilbert kicks off Roland Garros 2026 with the perfect guest — his close friend of over 40 years, the legendary Darren Cahill, coach of World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Two old friends. Forty years of receipts. Everything you need to know about the most important two weeks in tennis. Both grinded the ATP Tour in the late '80s and early '90s. Both coached Andre Agassi. Both became two of the most respected minds the sport has ever produced. Darren has 7 Grand Slam titles as a coach — Brad has him beat, but only by one. With Sinner on the doorstep of a Career Grand Slam in Paris, that gap could close fast. Darren tells the story of how he got here — from running a bar to a fearless 12-year-old named Lleyton Hewitt knocking on his door. He coached the youngest World No. 1 ever, then the oldest, and now the most dominant. The throughline? He answers that here. It gets personal too. Darren shares what genuinely marvels him about Brad — including watching a card-carrying germaphobe willingly roll around in Paris clay for a BIG T photoshoot. Commitment to the brand conquers all. Then it's all Jannik Sinner, the World #1 on pace for a historic season and a self-awareness rare in any athlete at any age.  Plus, the piece of advice a young Sinner received from Novak Djokovic that quietly changed the trajectory of his entire career. They revisit the 2025 the gut-punch of three championship points away at Roland Garros 2025, and what Darren learned about his player from both moments.  the rivalry redefining tennis — Sinner vs. Alcaraz. Ice vs. fire. Precision vs. improvisation. Two players who like each other, already splitting Grand Slams, building something that belongs alongside Borg-McEnroe, Agassi-Sampras, Federer-Nadal. The Big 3 era is over. This is what comes next. Brad closes with one simple question — "If Jannik lifts the trophy here in Paris, what does that moment mean to you?" The answer is worth the listen alone.   🎧 Subscribe to The Big T. Leave a review. Tell a tennis fan.     In this episode:  🎾 40+ years of friendship — two tennis lifers reunited in Paris  🎾 From running a bar to coaching World No. 1s — Darren's wild road  🎾 Youngest No. 1 ever, oldest No. 1 ever, most dominant No. 1 of his era  🎾 Both coached Agassi — comparing notes 30 years later 🎾 A germaphobe rolls in clay. For a photoshoot. In Paris  🎾 What makes Jannik Sinner truly generational  🎾 Advice from Novak during 2024 AO.  🎾 The 2025 RG heartbreak. What Darren learned  🎾 Sinner vs. Alcaraz — the rivalry that's redefining tennis  🎾 The Career Grand Slam. Paris 2026. History waiting to happen

    25 min
  2. RG PREVIEW: The Paris Prophecy – Can Coco Repeat, Is Sinner a Lock, Djokovic Eyes #25

    -5 J

    RG PREVIEW: The Paris Prophecy – Can Coco Repeat, Is Sinner a Lock, Djokovic Eyes #25

    The draws are out, the stakes are high, and the debates are HEATED! Brad Gilbert, fresh off of his clay court, spoof of Carlos Alcaraz's recent magazine cover, joins Chiz, and Nick at Tennis Channel Studios with your ultimate Roland Garros preview. Is Sinner already booking his victory speech? Can Coco defend her crown on the Parisian clay? And is this finally the year Novak Djokovic chases down that elusive 25th Grand Slam? The guys dig deep into both draws, break down the biggest threats, and field fan mail on some of tennis' most burning questions. Then it's rapid-fire "Quick Hands" — first-round must-watches, sleeper picks, teenagers to track, and which upset could blow the whole tournament wide open. To cap it all off, tennis legend and co-host Andrea Petkovic brings her Paris predictions, one bold call nobody sees coming, and the kind of insider insight only a former tour pro can deliver. Roland Garros starts now. Who's got Paris? 🎾 🎾 Men's & Women's draw breakdowns 🎾 Sinner's path, Novak's quest for #25 & Coco's title defense 🎾 Fan mail — why don't pros wear sunglasses & the serving stat you never knew you needed 🎾 Rapid-fire "Quick Hands" — sleepers, upsets & teenagers to watch 🎾 Andrea Petkovic's bold Roland Garros predictions Presented by ServiceNow. 📺 Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel 📱 Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App 👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a Comment 📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGT 📧 Email us: theBIGT@tennischannel.com #TheBigT #RolandGarros #FrenchOpen #CocoGauff #Sabalenka #Sinner #Djokovic #TennisChannel #RGPreview #Tennis #WTA #ATP #GrandSlam #ClayCourtTennis

    52 min
  3. 'Eternal City' Stunners - Djoker & Sabalenka lose, Roger vs. Rafa GOAT Flashback & Super-Mom Svitolina Stops By

    13 MAI

    'Eternal City' Stunners - Djoker & Sabalenka lose, Roger vs. Rafa GOAT Flashback & Super-Mom Svitolina Stops By

    Petko and Petchey are joined for the first time by Notorious "P," Prakash "Worldwide" Amritraj in Rome and they are NOT wasting a single second. Our trio kicks things off with one of the greatest what-were-you-doing-that-day moments in tennis history between Roger and Rafa. They dissect the clay court chaos and upsets ahead of Roland Garros and shed a bright spotlight on the Grand Slam prize money controversy. Plus, a sit down with one of the most inspiring figures on the WTA Tour. Buckle up. What's on this episode: The Anniversary Drop — 20 years ago in Rome, Nadal and Federer played a 5-set, 5-hour, 57-game thriller that set the tone for their rivalry. Petko sets the scene, the crew reacts to this nostalgia. Headlines & Hot Takes — Sabalenka and Djokovic both suffered early losses in Rome — so where exactly are we on the panic meter? Show me the $$ — Top players are reportedly threatening a strike to demand a bigger revenue share. Will it happen? Should it happen? Would it even work? Guest Interview: Elina Svitolina — The two-time Rome champion and WTA Super-Mom sits down for a candid conversation about life as a mother on tour, the emotional final chapter of husband Gaël Monfils' career, and yes — Petko asks her about her hair. Post-interview the crew debates whether Svitolina is actually a better player now than before motherhood. Buy – Sell – Hold — Prakash runs the rules, the crew plays ball. Who is going to outperform their ranking at Roland Garros? Who is a sell heading into Paris? And who do you want in your portfolio for the entire grass and US hardcourt summer stretch? Fan Mail — A parent writes in about her 14-year-old daughter who dominates group classes but struggles to translate her game in tournaments — the crew delivers real, experience-backed advice. Code Violations — Prakash has things to get off his chest with some gym etiquette and cheat meal shenanigans. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music. Watch on YouTube and the Tennis Channel App. And stay tuned — a special Dropshot episode drops after the Rome Final. 🎾

    1 h 4 min

À propos

Enter the greenroom of tennis legends and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe, Andrea Petkovic, and Mark Petchey gather weekly to guide fans through the biggest storylines, sharpest debates, and competitive chaos shaping the global tennis landscape. Produced by the authority in tennis coverage for 23 years, Tennis Channel has designed THE BIG T podcast to deliver elevated tennis conversations intended to make you feel as though you’re pulling up a chair alongside four of the sport’s most respected minds. Each episode is suited to help tennis fans cut through the clutter and get right to the heart of what matters in the tennis world.  Brad Gilbert, former World No. 4 and 20-time ATP titleholder, brings unmatched perspective from a career that includes coaching legends Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, and Coco Gauff. His relationships, instincts, and energy are second to none.Coco Vandeweghe, former US Open Doubles Champion and WTA veteran of 15 seasons, offers bold, fearless opinions shaped by the same competitive edge that defined her career.Andrea Petkovic, former World No. 9 and German No. 1 with seven career titles, has emerged as one of the sport’s most thoughtful voices since retiring in 2022—known for her nuanced analysis and storytelling as a broadcaster and host.Mark Petchey, a decade-long ATP professional, is revered for his tennis intellect and coaching acumen, having worked closely with Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu. Unlike other tennis podcasts, THE BIG T is on location at the sport’s biggest events—bringing fans courtside conversations with the true MVPs of the tennis world. From Melbourne to Indian Wells, Rome, and beyond, the show skips the small talk to deliver bold takes, real scoops, and insider perspective. Whether it’s Sinner vs. Alcaraz, the legacy of the Big Three, or the ever-evolving WTA landscape, THE BIG T is designed to make you the smartest tennis fan in the room.New episodes every Wednesday. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch full episodes on YouTube.com/TennisChannel and on the Tennis Channel App, featuring exclusive premium bonus content.

Vous aimeriez peut‑être aussi