Tennis News Podcast by Racquet Point

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The Tennis News Podcast by Racquet Point Podcast delivers the latest in ATP and WTA news taking you to the heart of professional tennis.

  1. Tennis Reform 2025: Players Push for Fair Pay, ATP CEO Quits

    04/07/2025

    Tennis Reform 2025: Players Push for Fair Pay, ATP CEO Quits

    Tennis Players demand fair pay from Grand Slams as ATP CEO Calvelli quits and Charleston Open doubles prize money. PTPA leads tennis reform in 2025. Visit us at Racquet Point

    6 min
  2. Baseline Rebellion: Players, Tech, and New Stars

    04/06/2025

    Baseline Rebellion: Players, Tech, and New Stars

    Top players like Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner and Sabalenka are rallying for more pay and power, Wimbledon's swapping line judges for tech, and rising stars Alexandra Eala and Jakub Mensik are rewriting history. From Coco Gauff’s off-court empire to Iga Swiatek’s tough week, we’re serving up the drama, triumphs, and debates you need to know. Tune in for your weekly ace of tennis news! Visit us on Racquet Point

    3 min
  3. Mouratoglou and Stich offer opposing views over PTPA action

    03/26/2025

    Mouratoglou and Stich offer opposing views over PTPA action

    The debate over fair revenue distribution in professional tennis has once again taken center stage, sparked by a LinkedIn post from renowned coach Patrick Mouratoglou and a pointed response from former Wimbledon champion Michael Stich. Mouratoglou, a vocal advocate for players’ rights and a supporter of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), used his platform to highlight the inequities in the sport’s financial structure, while Stich countered with a perspective shaped by his experiences as both a former player and a tournament promoter. Visit Racquet Point

    5 min
  4. Reilly Opelka Fined $80,000 at Indian Wells: The Full Story

    03/25/2025

    Reilly Opelka Fined $80,000 at Indian Wells: The Full Story

    American tennis player Reilly Opelka found himself in hot water during the 2025 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells. In his first-round match against Roman Safiullin on March 5, 2025, Opelka lost 7-5, 6-4 amid a dispute over poor lighting conditions. Frustrated by the lack of visibility, he confronted the chair umpire, refusing to continue play until the lights were turned on. He even requested a medical timeout to underscore his point. Eventually, the lights were activated, but the damage was done—Opelka was hit with an $80,000 fine by the ATP. Visit us at Racquet Point

    3 min

  5. 03/24/2025

    PTPA’s Jim Quinn Slams ATP, WTA: Tennis Reform Won’t Ruin the Sport

    In a recent video statement, Jim Quinn, a seasoned lawyer representing the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), took aim at the resistance to change within professional tennis, drawing parallels to battles he’s fought in other major sports leagues. Addressing anticipated pushback from the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), Quinn dismissed claims that reforms would spell disaster for the sport as exaggerated and unfounded.

    4 min

  6. 03/24/2025

    Jannik Sinner’s Return Looms: Can the World No. 1 Reclaim His Throne Again?

    With just around 20 days until Jannik Sinner can resume training on April 13, and 42 days until his competitive return on May 4, the tennis world is buzzing with anticipation. The 23-year-old Italian, currently atop the ATP rankings, has been sidelined since February 4 due to a three-month ban following a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) over unintentional exposure to the banned substance clostebol. As his comeback nears, the question on everyone’s mind is: How will Sinner perform when he steps back onto the court?

    5 min

  7. 03/23/2025

    PTPA Escalates Legal Battle Against ATP, Files Motion to Stop Alleged Illegal Player Coercion

    The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), led by Executive Director Ahmad Nassar, has intensified its legal fight against the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and other tennis governing bodies. In a bold move late Friday, the PTPA files motion against ATP, requesting an immediate injunction to prohibit what it describes as "illegal contact" and coercive behavior by the ATP toward players.

    7 min

  8. 03/23/2025

    Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Novak Djokovic Play Tennis

    U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took to the tennis court with tennis legend Novak Djokovic, sharing a moment that underscores their mutual stance on vaccine skepticism. Kennedy posted a photo of the two on X at 9:11 AM EDT, captioned, “Novak Djokovic. First in tennis. First in integrity. First in courage. Guess who won this match?” The image shows the pair smiling on a sunlit tennis court, each holding a racket, with lush greenery and a white building in the background.

    5 min
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