The Big T

Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey
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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 DAYS AGO

    THE BIG T: DROP SHOT EDITION – Sinner Sets Record & Kostyuk Masters Madrid

    🎾 "Sin-Sational" — Jannik Sinner dominates Alexander Zverev in just 58 minutes in Madrid, claiming a record-setting fifth Masters 1000 title 🎾 Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe break down Sinner's masterful performance and historic achievement 🎾 Monroe revisits BG's jaw-dropping "Nostradamus-like" prediction from January — that Sinner would lose only five matches in 2026, putting him in elite company alongside John McEnroe, Roger Federer, and Martina Navratilova for the best single seasons in tour history 🎾 BG and Monroe also dissect Marta Kostyuk's Madrid championship — including her signature backflip celebration — and what it means for her game going forward 🎾 Exclusive voice notes from Kostyuk's coach Sandra Zaniewska give rare insight into Marta's meticulous development and rise to the top 🎾 Will Kostyuk disrupt Rome and Roland Garros? Listen and find out! 🎾 Find Us: 🎾 Video episodes: YouTube – @TennisChannel 🎾 All episodes & bonus scenes: Tennis Channel App 🎾 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGT 🎾 Email: theBIGT@tennischannel.com Follow. Download. Leave a comment. We love talking tennis with you! 🎾

    25 min
  2. The 'Next' Rafa + Special Guests: Feliciano Lopez & 'TENNISNERD' Jonas Eriksson

    6 DAYS AGO

    The 'Next' Rafa + Special Guests: Feliciano Lopez & 'TENNISNERD' Jonas Eriksson

    THE BIG T | Episode 18 — Presented by ServiceNow Petch and Petko are back and they are NOT wasting any time.  Episode 18 opens with breaking news that Jannik Sinner does not need a dating app — Petch has thoughts, opinions and a sarcastic take that sets the tone perfectly for everything that follows. The big story out of Madrid — Carlos Alcaraz is OUT of Rome AND Roland Garros. We're talking about the biggest domino to fall in tennis this clay season and the our hosts break down every angle — does Sinner now just cruise to a second French Open? Are the tennis gods handing Novak Djokovic another lifeline? And is this finally — FINALLY — Zverev's moment to stop being the guy who almost wins Slams? Meanwhile in Madrid, 19-year-old Rafa Jodar is out here beating João Fonseca and absolutely refusing to stop being must-watch television. Then Feliciano Lopez walks in and immediately becomes the best guest of 2026. Twenty years on tour. Four ATP titles. Davis Cup legend. And now the man who runs the Mutua Madrid Open — one of the biggest events on the planet. Feli opens up about life as a tournament director, what REALLY happens behind the scenes when your marquee star pulls out, the electric rise of Rafa Jodar and whether Spain's golden generation ever ends. Plus a genuine, heartfelt send-off to Roberto Bautista Agut — one of the great warriors the sport has ever seen. Oh — and the hair? Still perfect. Inexplicably, magnificently perfect. Later, tennis equipment obsessive Jonas Eriksson — better known as Tennis Nerd — arrives and the geek-out is REAL. Racquets. Strings. Tensions. Who switched what and why it matters. Clay season adjustments the average fan never thinks about. And Jonas drops his take on the three greatest racquets ever made — a conversation you didn't know you needed but absolutely cannot miss. And to close — the moment this Episode was BUILT for:  The debut of the Big T Combined Power Rankings, end of April edition, (presented by ServiceNow.) Petko's top 5. Petchey's top 5. Based on titles, wins and overall performance. Agreements? Probably not many. Arguments? Almost certainly. Must-listen tennis talk from two people who have actually lived this sport at the highest level.   IN THIS EPISODE: 🎾 Sinner doesn't need a dating app — Petch's sarcastic take opens the show 🎾 Alcaraz OUT of Rome and Roland Garros — what it means for Sinner, Djokovic and Zverev 🎾 Rafa Jodar stuns Fonseca in Madrid — is Spain's next superstar already here? 🎾 Feliciano Lopez — tournament director life, the Alcaraz withdrawal crisis and the future of Spanish tennis 🎾 A heartfelt goodbye to Roberto Bautista Agut — a true warrior of the game 🎾 Tennis Nerd Jonas Eriksson on racquets, strings, clay season gear and the three greatest racquets ever made 🎾 The debut of the Big T Combined Power Rankings — Petko vs Petchey, top 5, no mercy       For video versions https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel  Tennis Channel App for all episodes and bonus scenes. Follow. Download. Leave a comment.  1-844-678-BIGT theBIGT@tennischannel.com We love talking tennis with you. 🎾

    50 min

  3. 24 APR

    THE BIG T DROP SHOT EDITION - Alcaraz Alert: Former World #1 To Miss Rome and Roland Garros

    Tennis just got a major shake-up.In today’s Big T-Drop Shot, episode, we break down the shocking injury news surrounding Carlos Alcaraz, as the young superstar is set to miss both Rome and Roland Garros. What does this mean for the clay season—and the race for Grand Slam glory?Hosts Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey dive deep into the ripple effects across the tennis world. With Alcaraz sidelined, the door swings wide open… Will Jannik Sinner continue his dominant run and stack more titles? Or can Novak Djokovic summon greatness once again in pursuit of a historic 25th Grand Slam?And don’t sleep on the next wave—could rising stars like João Fonseca, Arthur Fils, or Martín Landaluce seize their moment under the bright lights? Plus: Is this finally the breakthrough opportunity for Alexander Zverev to capture that elusive first Slam?New Storylines. High Stakes. Big Surprises. It’s all here on THE BIG T Podcast.

    21 min
  4. Alcaraz Injury Update, Biggest Forehands on ATP Tour + Special Guest Marcos Baghdatis

    22 APR

    Alcaraz Injury Update, Biggest Forehands on ATP Tour + Special Guest Marcos Baghdatis

    The Big T brings the heat this week with bold takes, big questions, and a legend added to the mix. Brad Gilbert and Coco Vandeweghe dive straight into the biggest story in tennis — the status of Carlos Alcaraz. With concerns around his wrist and forearm, could Roland Garros already be in jeopardy for the former World #1? With opportunity opening up, the conversation turns to Munich Open Champ Ben Shelton or Barcelona winner, Arthur Fils. Can they seize the moment and make a real run in Madrid or Rome? From there, BG and Coco break down their picks for the top clay-court players right now — outside of the usual names — and things get opinionated. Then, former World No. 8 and fan favorite Marcos Baghdatis joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation — from battling in the Federer/Nadal era to shaping the next generation through IMG Future Stars. Plus: “On The Line” debates get heated Iga’s evolving form under the microscope The ultimate tennis controversy: underarm serve on match point — genius or disrespect? Fan Mail + Code Violations close it out This is the episode for insight, access, and unfiltered tennis conversation. Watch full episodes and bonus content on the Tennis Channel YouTube and app.

    1hr 1min

  5. 17 APR

    THE BIG T DROP SHOT EDITION - Madrid Mutiny: Alcaraz & Djokovic Out — Who Seizes the Moment?

    Shockwaves hit the clay as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic withdraw from the Madrid Open, leaving one of the biggest stops on tour suddenly wide open. On this Drop Shot Edition of The Big T, Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe break down what these high-profile absences really mean—from the physical toll of the clay season to the strategic and financial ripple effects behind the scenes. With the top seeds sidelined, the conversation turns to opportunity: Can Jannik Sinner capitalize—or will he also step back? Is this the moment for contenders like Casper Ruud and Andrey Rublev to dominate? Or could rising Spanish talent Rafa Jodar ignite the home crowd and steal the spotlight? A tournament in flux. A draw turned upside down. And a rare chance for the next wave to break through.

    15 min
  6. THE BIG T: Sinner Grabs the Spotlight From Alcaraz + Stand-Up Comedy Star and Tennis Fan, Matt Rife

    15 APR

    THE BIG T: Sinner Grabs the Spotlight From Alcaraz + Stand-Up Comedy Star and Tennis Fan, Matt Rife

    The buzz from Jannik Sinner's masterful Monte Carlo performance is still being felt around the tennis world as Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe dig into his fourth consecutive Masters 1000 win, reclaiming the World #1 ranking and grabbing a firm hold of the SINCARAZ rivalry. How will Carlos Alcaraz respond as the clay season progresses?   Plus, recent co-host Chris Eubanks catches up with actor and stand-up comedy star, Matt Rife for a fun filled discussions comparing stand-up comedy with being a pro tennis player. Rife and Eubanks also reveal their choices for the GOATS of Comedy and GOATS of Tennis.   Geoff Chizever also joins this episode for a jolt of energy and debate with his weekly, BANK OR SHANK segment plus our fanmail gets us into the discussion of grunts on the tennis court.   For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s Youtube page https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel or the Tennis Channel App for all episodes and bonus scenes.

    55 min

  7. 13 APR

    THE BIG T DROP SHOT EDITION: Jannik Sinner Reigns Supreme In Monaco!

    Jannik Sinner wins his 27th title and regains the World #1 ranking, beating rival Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to capture the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe and special guest, Paul Annacone recap this chapter of the SINCARAZ rivalry. Annacone, who coached both Roger Federer and Pete Sampras gets nostalgic with Gilbert, who coached Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick. Both look back at the differences and similarities among the rivalries having had a front row seat to many epic encounters. A nice comparison between Sampras vs. Agassi and Sinner vs. Alcaraz with a trip down memory lane.

    27 min
  8. Iga Turns To Roig & Rafa, Jodar Wins His 1st ATP Title + Analytics Guru Craig O'Shannessy Reveals Winning Patterns

    8 APR

    Iga Turns To Roig & Rafa, Jodar Wins His 1st ATP Title + Analytics Guru Craig O'Shannessy Reveals Winning Patterns

    In this episode of THE BIG T, Brad Gilbert welcomes Nick Monroe to the podcast as they slide onto the red clay of Monte Carlo and recap the movers and shakers from Houston, Charleston and Marrakech. From Tommy Paul's fighting spirit and Jess Pegula's back to back dominance to a Rocky Balboa-esque feel-good story, this episode covers it all. Gilbert and Monroe examine Iga Swiatek's mission in Mallorca with new coach Francisco Roig under the watchful eye of the 'King Of Clay' himself, Rafa Nadal. Speaking of 'Rafas,' Rafa Jodar is a topic of interest this week as BG and Nick look into the Spanish phenom's game and his first ATP Tour title. Jodar's opponent in the Marrakech final was the Argentine Marco Trungelliti who against all odds became the oldest first-time ATP Tour finalist since 1969 and became the oldest player in 51 years to make his Top 100 debut. Known for blowing the whistle on match-fixing in 2015, this breakthrough is seen as a major career vindication for the Argentine and Monroe goes deep into this story of redemption and resilience.   Special guest Craig O'Shannessy joins the BIG T as well to explore tennis analytics and how his data driven systems have recently helped Stefanos Tsitsipas and Matteo Berrettini overcome rough patches in their game.   Plus, Geoff Chizever brings back the BANK OR SHANK segment and your Fanmail will reveal how players choose their doubles partners.   For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s Youtube page https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel or the Tennis Channel App for all episodes and bonus scenes.

    59 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tennis Channel Inc.
  • Show Website
    The Big T

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