Match Point Canada

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Match Point Canada

Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre provide weekly coverage of the ATP and WTA with a focus on Canada’s top players

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Episode 38 - WTA Finals recap with Blair Henley

    The WTA Finals have officially come and gone! Versatile host Blair Henley, who took in the action in Riyadh, joins Ben and Mike to recap the end-of-year championship which featured a first-time win from Coco Gauff, and an electric final against Qinwen Zheng. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike also look back on a huge week for Canadian tennis! Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe notched the doubles crown in Riyadh, while Denis Shapovalov won his second career title at the Belgrade Open, and Rebecca Marino triumphed in Midland. The hosts also preview ATP Finals action and look ahead to the BJK Cup Finals. All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC!

    57 min

  2. 5 NOV

    Episode 37 - Daniel Nestor

    He's a 12-time major champion and a former world No. 1 in doubles! Canadian tennis great Daniel Nestor returns to Match Point Canada, on the heels of his recent induction to Canada's Sports Hall of Fame and receiving the Order of Sport. Nestor reflects on some of his top career highlights, why he feels he hasn't gotten a spot in the International Tennis Hall of Fame yet, competing against the Bryan Brothers, his variety of doubles partners and more. Hosts Ben and Mike look back at the Paris Masters, preview the action now underway at the WTA Finals, and also breakdown the recent Tevlin Challenger in Toronto.

    49 min

  3. 28 OCT

    Wheelchair Tennis Player Development Pathway - Kai Schrameyer

    National Coach Kai Schrameyer returns to Match Point Canada to discuss the exciting new Wheelchair Tennis Player Development Pathway. He also covers recent results from Wheelchair tennis players in Canada, and the significant growth in the sport.

    12 min

  4. 22 OCT

    Episode 36 - Karolina Pliskova

    She's a 17-time WTA singles winner and two-time Grand Slam finalist! Karolina Pliskova returns to Match Point Canada, as she spoke with Mike from the National Bank Open about her signature weapon, the serve, challenges in staying healthy, tennis in Czech Republic, and future goals. Meanwhile, Canadian Gabriel Diallo enjoyed a breakthrough week, reaching his first career ATP final. Hosts Ben and Mike discuss his huge result, a coaching hire by Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka taking the new No. 1 ranking and much more. All of that on our latest episode of MPC!

    37 min

  5. 15 OCT

    Episode 35 - Remembering Rafa with Christopher Clarey

    A tennis legend is calling it a career. Rafael Nadal has officially announced his upcoming retirement from tennis at the end of the season, and author and regular guest Christopher Clarey joins Match Point Canada this week to reflect on his incredible career and legacy. Clarey chats with Mike and Ben about the timing of the decision, his meaning to tennis, and expectations for Davis Cup. Meanwhile, the hosts also cover Jannik Sinner's latest title in Shanghai, Aryna Sabalenka's win in Wuhan and her chase for world no. 1 and much more. All of that on the latest episode of MPC!

    54 min

  6. 8 OCT

    Episode 34 - Kader Nouni

    Referred to as the Barry White of tennis, Match Point Canada welcomes chair umpire Kader Nouni this week! The French tennis official joins the podcast to discuss his evolving role in the chair, the impact of technology in the sport, and how he's often spoken about for his baritone voice. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down action at the Asian events including titles from Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz, the great rivalry between Carlos and Sinner, action in Shanghai and more. Enjoy!

    35 min

  7. 24 SEPT

    Episode 33 - Genie Bouchard

    She was the first Canadian player to ever reach a Grand Slam singles final! Genie Bouchard returns to Match Point Canada for the first time in a few years, and reflects on great memories including the 10 year anniversary of her run to the Wimbledon finals back in 2014. She also discusses working within the media landscape and what she still has left to give to the game. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down Carlos Alcaraz's debut at the Laver Cup, and get set for the indoor hard court season with action in Beijing. All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC!

    32 min

  8. 15 SEPT

    Episode 32 - Davis Cup recap with Tumaini Carayol

    They're heading back to Malaga! Team Canada enjoyed a big week in Manchester, winning Group D and booking their spot in the Davis Cup Finals this November. Tumaini Carayol, journalist from The Guardian, joins Ben and Mike to recap the action, including big performances from Denis Shapovalov and Felix Auger-Aliassime. We also discuss a coaching change for Naomi Osaka, Novak Djokovic's priorities, and a big performance from Marina Stakusic in Guadalajara. All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC!

    43 min
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Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre provide weekly coverage of the ATP and WTA with a focus on Canada’s top players

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  • Creator
    Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre /Tennis Channel Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    331
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre 2019
  • Show Website
    Match Point Canada

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