Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast

Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter
  • 4.9 (22)
  • TENNIS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Ground Pass is your courtside seat to the world of tennis — covering the ATP, WTA, Grand Slams, and rising stars. From big wins to behind-the-scenes stories, we make tennis make sense, no matter your level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Australian Open 2026 Review: Rybakina Reigns, Alcaraz Makes History, Sabalenka Sets the Bar

    1D AGO

    Australian Open 2026 Review: Rybakina Reigns, Alcaraz Makes History, Sabalenka Sets the Bar

    We made it through 15 days of Melbourne and the finals delivered. Elena Rybakina outlasts Aryna Sabalenka in a fire-and-ice classic to claim her second Slam. Then Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to complete the Career Grand Slam at 22. We also shout out Tokito Oda, celebrate doubles champs Neal Skupski and Chris Harrison, talk “Player of the Fortnight,” and look ahead to what’s next on tour. Links: Off Season YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OffSeasondoc Chapters: 00:00 Sweater Talk and Introduction 00:38 Historic Australian Open Review 02:21 Women's Final: Elena Rybakina's Triumph 17:38 Men's Final: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic 32:22 Tournament Reflections and Fan Experience 43:54 Other Tournament News 51:31 Coming up next on Tour 56:46 Player of the Fortnight We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/shop   💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m
  2. Australian Open Semis Finally Delivered - Alcaraz Survival, Djokovic Magic, Finals Preview

    3D AGO

    Australian Open Semis Finally Delivered - Alcaraz Survival, Djokovic Magic, Finals Preview

    We finally gets the semi-finals we were waiting for. We break down Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner vs Novak Djokovic, including the cramping debate, the breakpoint chaos, and what it all means for a historic final. Plus, quick hits on Aryna Sabalenka vs Elina Svitolina, Elena Rybakina vs Jessica Pegula, the doubles and wheelchair finals, and a few tournaments we are tracking beyond Melbourne. Also, last call for the Ground Pass sweatsuit drop. Links: Ground Pass Sweatsuits: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/shop/p/us-summer-swing-heavyweight-tee-2025-sfkbw-cz6zw-amx89Off Season YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OffSeasondoc Chapters: 00:00 Australian Open Semi-Finals Recap 04:07 Women's Semi-Finals Overview 13:38 Men's Semi-Finals Highlights 19:49 Djokovic vs. Sinner: A Clash of Generations 23:50 Historic Final: Alcaraz vs. Djokovic 28:20 Doubles and Wheelchair Events Overview 34:14 Other Tournaments happening 37:03 Outro We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  3. Australian Open QF Recap. Semifinals Preview. And Are the BTS Cameras Too Much?

    5D AGO

    Australian Open QF Recap. Semifinals Preview. And Are the BTS Cameras Too Much?

    The Australian Open quarterfinals are done. The seeds mostly held, the men’s side stayed tidy, and the women gave us the sharper tension. We break down Alcaraz vs De Minaur, Zverev vs Learner Tien, Sinner’s control against Shelton, and Djokovic’s strange path into the semis after Musetti’s injury. On the WTA side, we talk Jovic’s lesson-filled loss to Sabalenka, Svitolina’s shocker over Gauff, Rybakina finding her edge, and Pegula’s ultra-clean run. Plus: doubles unpredictability, quick notes from the Philippines Open and San Diego, and a bigger question. Do fans actually want the behind-the-scenes hallway cameras? Links: Ground Pass Sweatsuits: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/shop/p/us-summer-swing-heavyweight-tee-2025-sfkbw-cz6zw-amx89Carlos Alcaraz Press Conference: https://youtu.be/alLz7Ru3-VQ?si=wZ0ZajdEKdA_cxpn Off Season YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OffSeasondoc Chapters: 00:00 Quarterfinal Review and Tournament Overview 02:12 Men's Quarterfinal Highlights 11:02 Musetti's Injury and Djokovic's Path 16:10 Women's Quarterfinal Insights 27:21 Doubles Drama and Surprises 30:31 Semifinals Lineup 31:30 Other Tournaments in the mix 35:08 Ground Pass Admin 37:52 Behind the Scenes Cameras: A Controversial Topic 46:00 Outro We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  4. Australian Open R3–R4 Recap. Next Gen Takes Over, Learner Tien Respect, and Quarterfinal Picks

    JAN 27

    Australian Open R3–R4 Recap. Next Gen Takes Over, Learner Tien Respect, and Quarterfinal Picks

    Round three and four are in the books, and we are looking ahead to a stacked quarterfinal slate. We talk WTA Next Gen fearlessness (Mboko, Jovic, Andreeva), the conversation around confidence and “earning it,” and why Learner Tien is still not getting the respect he deserves. Plus: the Sinner heat and roof drama, Djokovic’s “luck” conversation, a quick doubles check-in, and a shoutout to the Philippines Open and the energy Alex Eala is bringing to tennis in Southeast Asia. Also, last call to pre-order the Ground Pass sweatsuit before the end of January. Links: Ground Pass Sweatsuits: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/shop/p/us-summer-swing-heavyweight-tee-2025-sfkbw-cz6zw-amx89Lucy Deuce: https://www.instagram.com/lucyydeuce?igsh=MWM2MGVrZDhsbjd1cA==Islandtennisgirl: https://x.com/islandtennisace?s=21&t=34KFRaMxpc-93mq_1EOI7ATennis Asia: https://youtube.com/@tennisasiatv?si=ERjg30f0d-OZzJvD Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Australian Open Review 02:30 Round Three and Four Highlights 04:39 Emerging Talents in Women's Tennis 10:08 Men's Side: Learner Tien 16:38 Luck of the Draw 24:35 Doubles Dynamics 29:11 Quarterfinals Preview 37:23 Emerging Tennis Markets: The Philippines and Beyond We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  5. Australian Open Fashion Breakdown. Naomi Osaka’s Runway. Sabalenka x Gucci. Best Kits So Far

    JAN 26

    Australian Open Fashion Breakdown. Naomi Osaka’s Runway. Sabalenka x Gucci. Best Kits So Far

    It is the Grand Slam fashion episode. I am joined by Ian Mondul of 40 Love Tennis to break down the Australian Open fits that are actually moving the needle. We talk Naomi Osaka’s runway moment and why it is more tennis heritage than people think, Sabalenka’s new Gucci partnership, Musetti’s perfect Bottega era, and the brand-by-brand kit audit from Nike and Adidas to Wilson, New Balance, Lacoste, and more. Plus a quick detour into the heat drama from Sinner vs Eliot Spizzirri and why this match put Eliot on the map. Links: 40Love on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fortylovetennis?igsh=ZG1na3d2ZjhvZm9kOff Season: Episode 1 - https://youtu.be/0U3F4CfUsh0?si=1LG59ziOx1V-mYfR Hardcourt Newsletter - https://substack.com/@hardcourt?r=64928&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile&shareImageVariant=lightTim Henman on TNT - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTvXne_kZDo/?igsh=MWczbnRwNHEzNGN2OQ== Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Weather Check 02:29 Australian Open Day 7 Recap 03:24 Stan Wawrinka's Last Match 07:56 Naomi Osaka's Withdrawal 09:26 Elliot Spizzirri vs. Jannik Sinner 19:58 Australain Open Threads 22:22 Naomi Osaka's Runway 36:58 Embracing Individuality in Tennis Fashion 38:26 Luxury Collaborations: A New Era in Tennis 47:24 Brand by Brand break down 47:40 Nike & Adidas 55:27 New Balance and Yonex 01:01:03 Wilson 01:05:04 Lululemon and ASICS 01:10:43 Fila, Lacoste & ON 01:17:38 The Others - Jomo, Head, CP Company, Penguin 01:24:23 Our Favorite Outfits of the Tournament We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 33m
  6. Australian Open 2026: Round 1 & 2 review and a look ahead to Round 3

    JAN 23

    Australian Open 2026: Round 1 & 2 review and a look ahead to Round 3

    Round 1 and 2 at the Australian Open delivered everything. Qualifiers are flipping the script, the crowds are breaking records daily, and the WTA Next Gen is making a serious statement. We talk Alex Eala’s superstar support, Zeynep Sonmez’s red-and-white takeover, Bartunkova’s breakout, and the early upsets (plus a little Putinseva theater). Then we look ahead to a loaded Round 3 slate, including Quinn vs Mensik, Spizzirri vs Sinner, Baptiste vs Gauff, and Wawrinka vs Fritz. Links: Off Season: Episode 1 - https://youtu.be/0U3F4CfUsh0?si=1LG59ziOx1V-mYfR  Chapters: 00:00 Intro - Aus Open Rd 1 & 2 review 02:36 Follow Grand Slam matches through radio 05:33 The US ESPN issue 08:45 A look pack at Round 1 & 2 46:54 Exciting Round Three Matches Preview We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  7. Australian Open Is Here. Federer FOMO, One Point Slam, and the Matches We’re Watching

    JAN 17

    Australian Open Is Here. Federer FOMO, One Point Slam, and the Matches We’re Watching

    The Australian Open is officially underway and we are feeling the FOMO. We get into Federer taking over Melbourne, why the One Point Slam was the best pre-tournament idea in years, and what Aussie Open Fan Week says about where tennis is headed. Then we run through Adelaide, Auckland, and Hobart winners, the WTA Next Gen wave, how the draw works, the qualifiers we’re watching, and the first-round matchups we are circling. Plus: how we’re watching from home and what’s coming next from Ground Pass, including the OFF SEASON premiere on January 18 at 4 PM ET. - https://youtu.be/0U3F4CfUsh0?si=e0kDZH3qfxfaojX7 Links: Link send us a Question - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/voice-memoGround Pass Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/GroundPassPodcastOne Point Slam video - https://www.youtube.com/live/TengZOvRTlc?si=41jm60KZfHx1lZ-N Our Draw explanation show - https://youtu.be/2-F1wmPcnLQ?si=Xu1YJk2q0xtu7u9R  Chapters: 00:00 Intro - Welcome to the Australian Open 05:01 Recent Tournament Recap: Adelaide, Auckland & Hobart 10:10 Next Gen Players Making Waves 20:55 Looking back at the Australian Open Fan Week 32:13 Our Australian Open Preview 41:52 Spotlight on Qualifiers 47:27 Exciting Matches to Watch 52:26 How to Watch the Australian Open 54:53 Upcoming Projects and Wrap-Up We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m
  8. Australian Open 2026 Preview. Qualifying Watch List, Storylines, and Who’s Peaking Early

    JAN 12

    Australian Open 2026 Preview. Qualifying Watch List, Storylines, and Who’s Peaking Early

    Qualifying is here, so we’re jumping in early with a full Australian Open preview featuring Lucy Deuce (Black Spin Global). We answer a Ground Pass Hotline question about watching player practices at tournaments, share a listener voice memo from the United Cup in Sydney, and break down the first week of the season across Brisbane, Auckland, Hong Kong, and the United Cup. Plus: who looks ready for a deep run, who might need more reps, the WTA next wave showing up fast, what makes Grand Slam qualifying so brutal, and the names we’re watching this week as the main draw gets close. Links: Lucy Deuce on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucyydeuce?igsh=MWM2MGVrZDhsbjd1cA== || Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lucy.deuce?_r=1&_t=ZP-9315gur7Ev0Brad Stine Interview - https://youtu.be/tcodbF-e3EY?si=-drGONmLmLyMsvs4Sincaraz from the plane - https://x.com/skysports/status/2010721025051209946?s=46&t=34KFRaMxpc-93mq_1EOI7APrime france show - https://youtu.be/m8MMXHsO34o?si=36YJQJsvtFMi5UaX Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:35 Groundpass Hotline: Viewer Questions 11:19 A Voice Note from the United Cup 15:57 Week 1 of the 2026 Season - United Cup, Brisbane & Auckland 23:31 Who is looking good & who is not in week 1 33:28 The Storylines you might have missed in week 1 40:27 Australian Open Preview 47:08 A Tangent: The Role of Coaches in Tennis 52:42 Key Storylines for the Australian Open 57:55 A Sincaraz Tangent  01:03:30 Understanding the Qualifying Rounds 01:05:43 Spotlight on Qualifying Players 01:16:26 How to Watch the Australian Open 01:19:30 Upcoming Tournaments and Player Highlights 01:23:35 Player of the Fortnight 01:30:03 Outro We have Merch!!!  Ground Pass Shop - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/ground-pass-shop  💬 Don’t forget to give us a rating and drop us a comment ⭐️ Subscribe to Our Substack at - https://groundpass.substack.com  Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.com  Email us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.com  Follow us for daily updates on Social: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass  Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast  X: https://x.com/groundpasspod Disclaimer: This video does not contain a paid for advertisement. PR samples are denoted by the term ‘ad - gifted’. Links containing ad affiliate links are denoted by a '*'. This means that if you click on an affiliate link, go through to the retailer and purchase an item, we will receive a small percentage of your purchase. Check out our website for a full disclaimer: https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/about  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 32m
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Ground Pass is your courtside seat to the world of tennis — covering the ATP, WTA, Grand Slams, and rising stars. From big wins to behind-the-scenes stories, we make tennis make sense, no matter your level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    165
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Non Traditional
  • Show Website
    Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast

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