Tales from Tennis

Sam Jacot & Jerome Coombe

Hosted by reporters Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe, Tales from Tennis takes listeners behind the curtain of professional tennis. Each week, the show features players, coaches, broadcasters, journalists and other insiders, sharing their journeys, stories from the road, and a unique perspective on life inside the game. New episodes every Wednesday. The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by ATP.

  1. VOR 17 STD.

    Molly McElwee: Inside tennis journalism, Nadal, Krejcikova and behind the scenes on Tour

    In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with award-winning tennis journalist Molly McElwee, winner of the 2024 Tom Perrotta Prize for Tennis Journalism and author of Building Champions: Paths to Success in Women’s Tennis. Molly shares her journey into the sport and what it’s really like covering tennis at the highest level, from long days at Grand Slams to the challenge of building trust with players while telling honest stories. She also discusses her Substack But Do You Actually Like Sport? and why she’s passionate about exploring the human side of athletes beyond results. The conversation dives into her experiences around some of the biggest names in the game, including Rafael Nadal and Barbora Krejčíková, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what players are really like in press rooms, interviews and off-court moments that fans rarely see. 🎙️ Our introductory background episode is live in this feed if you’d like to learn more about who we are and why we created Tales from Tennis. 🚨 Stay tuned for another special guest from the tennis world on Wednesday 29 April. Subscribe now. 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtennis/ X: https://x.com/TalesFromTennis View Molly's Substack 'But Do You Actually Like Sport?': https://mollymcelwee.substack.com/ View Molly's Book 'Building Champions: Paths to Success in Women’s Tennis': https://www.amazon.co.uk/Building-Champions-Success-Womens-Tennis/dp/1913759237 Watch highlights and analysis from across the tennis world at The Tennis Pass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTennisPass The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by the ATP.

    43 Min.
  2. 15. APR.

    Corinne Dubreuil: Photographing Nadal, Federer and inside the locker room at Grand Slams

    In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with renowned tennis photographer Corinne Dubreuil, who has spent more than 35 years capturing some of the sport’s most iconic moments. From Grand Slam finals to intimate behind-the-scenes access, Dubreuil shares what it takes to document the game at the very highest level. She reflects on her close working relationship with Rafael Nadal, including her book Nadal - Iconic, and discusses her experiences photographing some of the biggest names in tennis such as Roger Federer and Amélie Mauresmo. The conversation also explores her favourite images, proudest achievements, and what it’s like being courtside for the sport’s biggest moments, including access to locker rooms after major finals. Dubreuil offers a fascinating insight into the day-to-day life of a professional tennis photographer, as well as advice for the next generation looking to break into the industry. 🎙️ Our introductory background episode is live in this feed if you’d like to learn more about who we are and why we created Tales from Tennis. 🚨 Stay tuned for another special guest from the tennis world on Wednesday 22 April. Subscribe now. 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtennis/ X: https://x.com/TalesFromTennis Follow Corinne Dubreuil on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocodubreuilphoto/ Watch highlights and analysis from across the tennis world at The Tennis Pass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTennisPass The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by the ATP.

    37 Min.
  3. 8. APR.

    Nicolas Dams: Bergs and Blockx, Grand Slams, Davis Cup and tennis physio life

    In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with physiotherapist Nicolas Dams, who works closely with Zizou Bergs and Alexander Blockx, as well as supporting both the Belgian Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup teams. Dams offers a fascinating insight into the vital role physios play on the professional tour and within team environments. He takes us behind the scenes of life at Grand Slams, the Next Gen ATP Finals and international team competitions, explaining what it really takes to keep players performing at their peak across a demanding global schedule. From managing recovery to making high-pressure decisions, Dams shares the realities of working in elite tennis. The conversation also explores how data and technology are shaping the modern game, the physical demands placed on players today, and how he tailors his approach to both established professionals and rising talents. It’s an in-depth look at one of the most important, and often unseen, roles in tennis. 🎙️ Our introductory background episode is live in this feed if you’d like to learn more about who we are and why we created Tales from Tennis. 🚨 Stay tuned for another special guest from the tennis world on Wednesday 15 April. Subscribe now. 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtennis/ X: https://x.com/TalesFromTennis Watch highlights and analysis from across the tennis world at The Tennis Pass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTennisPass The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by the ATP.

    32 Min.
  4. 1. APR.

    Charlie Robertson: Hitting with Carlos Alcaraz, Andy Murray’s mentorship and college tennis

    In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with former top-10 junior and Wake Forest University player Charlie Robertson. Charlie shares his journey through the junior ranks into college tennis, offering an inside look at why the US college pathway is becoming an increasingly attractive route for aspiring professionals. The Scot reflects on his experiences training with countryman Andy Murray, including conversations with the former World No. 1 and the advice he has taken from those moments. Charlie also discusses hitting with some of the biggest names in the game, including Carlos Alcaraz, Alex de Minaur and Tommy Paul, and what stood out about their level and mindset. The conversation also explores his role as a sparring partner at the Next Gen ATP Finals, the realities of competing in college tennis at Wake Forest and how he is balancing development, education and ambition as he looks ahead to his professional career. 🎙️ Our introductory background episode is live in this feed if you’d like to learn more about who we are and why we created Tales from Tennis. 🚨 Stay tuned for another special guest from the tennis world on Wednesday 8 April. Subscribe now. 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtennis/ X: https://x.com/TalesFromTennis Watch highlights and analysis from across the tennis world at The Tennis Pass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTennisPass The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by the ATP.

    30 Min.
  5. 25. MÄRZ

    Yari Bernardo: Coaching a World No. 1, facing Djokovic | Federer and Roland Garros titles

    In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with coach Yari Bernardo, who is working with former World No. 1 doubles star Marcelo Arevalo. Bernardo shares his insights into what it takes to build success at the highest level of doubles, including the key qualities, communication and trust required to form a winning partnership. He reflects on helping guide Arevalo to Grand Slam success at Roland Garros and opens up on the unique challenges of coaching in doubles compared to singles, including what it’s like preparing to face the very best players in the world, such as Novak Djokovic. The conversation also explores life on the road as a coach, the dynamic between singles and doubles players in the locker room, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner chat, and Bernardo’s admiration for Roger Federer, offering a fascinating look into the mindset and experiences behind the scenes of the professional game. 🎙️ Our introductory background episode is live in this feed if you’d like to learn more about who we are and why we created Tales from Tennis. 🚨 Stay tuned for another special guest from the tennis world on Wednesday 1 April. Subscribe now. 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtennis/ X: https://x.com/TalesFromTennis Watch highlights and analysis from across the tennis world at The Tennis Pass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTennisPass The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by the ATP.

    33 Min.

Info

Hosted by reporters Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe, Tales from Tennis takes listeners behind the curtain of professional tennis. Each week, the show features players, coaches, broadcasters, journalists and other insiders, sharing their journeys, stories from the road, and a unique perspective on life inside the game. New episodes every Wednesday. The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by ATP.

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