Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Will Boucek
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The only tennis podcast with a focus on doubles. We believe doubles should be more popular and get more coverage than it does, so we’re fixing that. Our goal is to help you become a better player with pro doubles tips and expert strategy. We interview ATP & WTA tour doubles players and top tennis coaches to help you improve your game. 

  1. The ATP Doubles Debate with Ben Rothenberg: Should They Cut Doubles?

    2 days ago

    The ATP Doubles Debate with Ben Rothenberg: Should They Cut Doubles?

    The ATP is rumored to be shrinking men’s doubles draws and shifting prize money over to singles, part of what has been a slow retreat from doubles over the past few decades. I don't agree with the decision and wanted to talk with someone who understands the ATP's side. Ben Rothenberg is a journalist who broke the news about the potential plans yesterday. He's also been on the show before (listen here). Ben shares what he knows about what's happening, and the case the ATP has to make such a decision. I attempt to analyze the business logic, the marketing failures, and what it would take for doubles to grow without relying on singles stars. We discuss: The reported draw size reductions at Masters 1000 and other ATP events Product 28 and why 2028 becomes a turning point Prize money reallocation from doubles to lower-ranked singles players Crowding, practice court access, and tournament footprint as driversWhy late-round doubles is valued more than early roundsTennis TV production issues and how the viewing experience shapes demandSingles specialization and why the ATP singles players rarely play doublesThe chicken and egg problem of marketing doublesWhat makes a “star” in tennisSocial media and highlight restrictions that limit player promotionWhether a smaller doubles circuit could create more prominenceI'm not exactly satisfied with the conclusion of this conversation, but I want to keep it going to help move tennis and doubles forward. Feel free to react by posting to Ben (@BenRothenberg) and me (@WillBoucek) on Twitter. Learn more about Ben & follow: InstagramTwitter/X ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    40 min
  2. Anna Danilina Interview: Ad Court Returning, Developing Belief, Lessons from Coaches, & Her Sweet Tooth

    4 days ago

    Anna Danilina Interview: Ad Court Returning, Developing Belief, Lessons from Coaches, & Her Sweet Tooth

    Anna Danilina, a 4-time major finalist and 2023 US Open mixed doubles champion, is ranked #6 in the world in doubles. She and Aleksandra Krunic are the #2 team in the 2026 race to the WTA Finals. I spoke with her recently as she prepared for Wimbledon. We discussed her development over the last several years, mental resets during matches, and how to create belief in yourself. She also shares tactical details you can steal for your own matches, including mixed doubles adjustments and an ad-court return drill that makes big serves feel slower.  Her favorite off-court things to do at tournamentsInfluences from watching great champions and what she studies in elite doubles playPlaying doubles on grassBuilding belief through repetition, preparation, and proof in practiceCollege tennis benefits and her time at FloridaHow she decided to focus on doubles full-time after trying to do bothWhy her partnership with Alex clicks and how they approach Grand SlamsThe spontaneous mixed doubles sign-in that led to a US Open title with Harri Heliovaara in 2023Ad-court return tips and adviceWhat could help pro doubles draw bigger crowdsAnna has become one of the WTA's top doubles players a great one to study. Watch her this week at Wimbledon and throughout the 2026 season! Learn more about Anna & follow: InstagramWTA ProfileWikipedia ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    30 min
  3. Albano Olivetti Interview: The 160 MPH Serve, Team Chemistry, Grass vs Clay, & More

    24 Jun

    Albano Olivetti Interview: The 160 MPH Serve, Team Chemistry, Grass vs Clay, & More

    Albano Olivetti is the #22-ranked doubles player on the ATP tour. He recently won a grass court title in Halle and owns the record for the 2nd fastest serve of all time. In this brief conversation, we unpack what really wins on fast courts and why he and his partner, Theo Arribage, feel confident right now. Albano shares practical serve and return lessons, plus his perspective on building a doubles partnership that keeps getting better.  What they learned from 's-Hertogenbosch that helped them win the Halle ATP 500 TitleWhat changes when you move from clay to grass, especially with the bounces and sliceThe story behind his 160 mph serve and why the ATP doesn't count itServe advice for people who are not close to 7 feet tall 😆Committing to doubles after COVID and why it fit his game Learning from fellow French doubles star, Nicolas Mahut - improving return technique, and using simple return patternsHow he's made steady ranking progressHandling different vs consistent partners on tourWhat makes his chemistry with Theo work, from tactics to technical adjustments - they have four titles in 2026Goals for the season, with the ATP Finals as the targetHonest thoughts on making pro doubles more popular and what support is missingFollow Albano on Instagram below and watch him play this year on Tennis Channel Plus and Tennis TV. Learn more about Albano & follow: InstagramATP ProfileWikipedia ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    23 min
  4. Return Deep Dive: The Best Targets, Backhands, Lobs, Handling Power, Spin, Variety, & More

    18 Jun

    Return Deep Dive: The Best Targets, Backhands, Lobs, Handling Power, Spin, Variety, & More

    This is another AMA episode where I focus on the return of serve. Perhaps the most important shot in doubles, and certainly the least practiced. I break down why the return of serve is misunderstood and how I think about practicing and implementing effective returns. I also dig into consistency, targets, patterns, deuce vs ad court, and tactics for the return.  Why returns and groundstrokes are not the same thing.One common mistake that you should fix to reduce return errors.The two biggest return priorities.Crosscourt vs down-the-line vs lob returns.What to look for to determine your best return options.Members Only: How to handle variety - fast, slow, spin, flat, and weak 2nd serves.Members Only: How to cut your return errors from the deuce court.Members Only: A practice plan for improving your returns.Become a Tennis Tribe Member to access the full episode. Upcoming Camps & Trips: Dallas-Fort Worth Doubles Strategy Camp: August 15-16, 2026NYC Doubles Strategy Camp: September 3-4, 2026Rally Trip: US Open - September 4-7, 2026 ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    23 min
  5. AMA: Baseline Role, Backhand Volley Fix, How to Beat 2-up, & More

    6 Jun

    AMA: Baseline Role, Backhand Volley Fix, How to Beat 2-up, & More

    This AMA episode covers a variety of topics, including net position, formations, and strategy frameworks. A few of the lessons are from a tight mixed doubles match that I recently played, while the others are from Tennis Tribe Members. When is I-formation a bad idea?Why I recently told my partner to stand in two different positions on my return points.When should the baseline player change something? (including how to handle inactive partners at net)Members only: My backhand volley pops up and floats every time. How do I fix it?Members only: How and when to add new strokes to your game. In this case, a semi-western forehand.Members only: What to do against two tall players who rush the net.Members only: The deuce court returner has a great crosscourt forehand. What should we do?We only have 2 rooms left for the Rally Trip at the US Open! If you're interested and want to sign up for the Doubles Camp from September 3-4, you can email me: will@thetennistribe.com. If you're not a Tennis Tribe member and want this full episode, learn more and sign up here. ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    18 min
  6. Mental Toughness, Strategies for Nervous Players, & Misconceptions with Greg Kusnierz

    20 May

    Mental Toughness, Strategies for Nervous Players, & Misconceptions with Greg Kusnierz

    Greg Kusnierz is a mental performance coach who works with junior and adult tennis players seeking to play better under pressure. Most tennis coaches' and mental gurus' advice about nerves turns me off, but Greg's approach is practical and has actually helped my players on the court. We discuss why every tennis player gets nervous and how to turn that energy into better decisions instead of tighter swings. We also share practical tools you can use between points so your match level looks more like your practice level.  Why nerves show up for every human and how they look different across playersWhat mental toughness means as a trainable skill, not a personality traitHow to measure pressureThe biggest misconceptions about nerves, pressure, and mental coachingWhy “just play more matches” and “be positive” fail as adviceHow the Three R method helps you re-frame fastHow changing your wording shifts your focus from outcomes to controllable actionsThe BFS between points reset: breathing, feel, statementDoubles specific advice: acknowledge your partner, ask questions, communicate under stress, be a cheerleaderGreg will be joining our US Open Rally Trip, where he'll present as a guest speaker. Early bird pricing is available through June 14! Learn more about Greg & follow: InstagramYouTube ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    45 min
  7. Nicole Melichar-Martinez: Warmup & Practice Routines, On-Court Smiling, Clay Season, & Food Rec

    13 May

    Nicole Melichar-Martinez: Warmup & Practice Routines, On-Court Smiling, Clay Season, & Food Rec

    We catch up with Nicole Melichar-Martinez from Rome and unpack the day-to-day life behind WTA doubles, from gym sessions and practice blocks to physio, massage, and travel logistics. We also zoom out on the clay season, her Stuttgart win, team chemistry, and the mindset shift Nicole is making to stay present when momentum flips fast. Favorite clay-season meal in Stuttgart and the no-menu restaurant experienceHow a Rome tournament day is structured from gym to practiceHow tour physios and tournament massage work, including booking and priorityWhat clicked in Stuttgart with Samsonova, and why indoor clay suits her gameHow doubles prep changes when partners are singles-focusedBillie Jean King Cup, the Olympics, and playing for Team USAWhat makes Siniakova and Townsend so tough, and how to scout a streaking teamWhat she's doing on the court to help her play better under pressure and enjoy the moments (you should do this too!)Nicole has advanced to the Rome quarterfinals alongside Cristina Bucsa. Be sure to follow along throughout the rest of the year. You can watch all her doubles matches on Tennis Channel Plus. Learn more about Nicole & follow: InstagramWTA ProfileWikipedia ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    30 min
  8. Marcus Daniell Interview: Doubles Advice, Career Reflections, and Effective Giving with High Impact Athletes

    6 May

    Marcus Daniell Interview: Doubles Advice, Career Reflections, and Effective Giving with High Impact Athletes

    Marcus Daniell is an Olympic Bronze Medalist and former top 35 ATP doubles player who reached the quarterfinals of Wimbledon and the Australian Open. He also founded High Impact Athletes, a company that connects professional athletes with high-impact charities. Gaby Dabrowski recently launched a fundraising campaign with HIA called Gaby's Games for Good to help protect women and girls from violence. 👉 DONATE TO GABY'S CAMPAIGN HERE This episode digs into charities, giving, and, of course, doubles! How Gaby’s Games for Good works and how the 1 in 3 Fund makes a huge difference in protecting women and girlsWhy Marcus shifted from singles to doubles and what he would change about that timelineThe “Chapel of Bull$&*t” lesson from coach David SammelHow to train full mental presence in short burstsWhat Marcus’s doubles style looks like and how to beat himThe Tokyo Olympic bronze story with Michael Venus and what he did when he felt burnt out A practical three-step approach to handling nerves in tiebreakers and closing momentsNet positioning tips for the server’s partner and the returner’s partner What could make pro doubles more popular, including stable teams and better storytelling Why High Impact Athletes exists and how effective giving can multiply the impact of each dollarI learned a ton in this one, especially as Marcus described his Olympic story. I also hope you'll join me in donating below. HIA Links: Gaby's Games for GoodHigh Impact Athletes WebsiteInstagramLearn more about Marcus & follow: ATP ProfileWikipediaInstagram ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players**  New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

    59 min
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The only tennis podcast with a focus on doubles. We believe doubles should be more popular and get more coverage than it does, so we’re fixing that. Our goal is to help you become a better player with pro doubles tips and expert strategy. We interview ATP & WTA tour doubles players and top tennis coaches to help you improve your game. 

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  • Creator
    Will Boucek
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    288
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Doubles Only Tennis Podcast
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