Served with Andy Roddick

Served with Andy Roddick
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A tennis podcast with a fresh spin hosted by former World No. 1 Andy Roddick with Jon Wertheim and more! Watch the Served Podcast on YouTube, and follow us on Instagram, X and TikTok.

  1. James Blake on Miami Open Chaos, Scheduling Drama & the Fonseca Phenomenon | Q&Andy

    12H AGO

    James Blake on Miami Open Chaos, Scheduling Drama & the Fonseca Phenomenon | Q&Andy

    Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Andy Roddick sits down with longtime friend and former World No. 4 James Blake for an unfiltered look at what it really takes to run one of the biggest tournaments in the world. As the Tournament Director of the Miami Open, Blake pulls back the curtain on the logistical chaos happening behind the scenes at Hard Rock Stadium—from managing ego-driven player requests and rain-delay scheduling nightmares to the "phenomenon" of rising star Joao Fonseca, who Blake claims is drawing a level of fan intensity unlike anything he saw with Federer or Nadal in Miami. 📱 Stay up to date with Q&Andy! Follow us on our socials:https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcasthttps://x.com/served_podcast ⏰ TIMESTAMPS:  0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy  0:42 Inside the TD Office: Luxury Suites and Massage Tables 2:20 The Fonseca Phenomenon: Why Security is on High Alert  7:38 What's the biggest challenge you have as tournament director? 8:34 How is Miami's tournament innovating to stand out from the rest? 10:00 How much information is shared between tournament directors? 11:28 What does an average day look like (not in the immediate buildup to the tournament)? 13:36 What's the craziest request you've gotten as tournament director from a player? 14:58 Agassi vs Blake: Memories of the 2005 US Open  17:12 The Indianapolis 2006 Truth: Bar Fights and Taco Bell  21:34 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Sabalenka’s Return Strategy, Medvedev’s Technique, & More | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters

    4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters prepares for her return to the court after Achilles rehab as Blair Henley reports live from the rain-soaked Miami Open qualifying rounds. They break down the Sabalenka–Rybakina rivalry, Kim asking for her opponent’s press conference transcripts pre-match, and the coaching culture in Europe. The episode also touches on player-led media, Moutet’s viral racket throw, and wraps with Rec Room favorites like wellness trends and travel gear. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS:  0:00 Welcome to Love All: Kim’s return to the court  1:40 Miami Open update: Weather, humidity, and player matchups  5:20 Henley’s Headlines: Sabalenka & Sinner win Indian Wells singles titles 10:59 Townsend & Siniaková win doubles at Indian Wells 13:10 Kim on adjusting to conditions during the Sunshine Swing  15:15 Moutet throws his racket after a loss 20:18 Ons Jabeur launches a new YouTube channel 25:50 The "Love All Frosé": Miami Open’s signature drink  29:00 Kim-formation: Deep dive into the Sabalenka vs. Rybakina final  36:30 Why Sabalenka shared her tactical return strategy  45:15 The Technique Debate: Daniil Medvedev’s "Octopus" style  48:10 Coaching Degrees: The importance of a technical foundation  52:45 Rec Room: Kim’s recovery supplements and "Parasite Detox"  57:03 Rec Room: Blair’s "Mary Poppins" work bag  1:01:00 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m
  3. Indian Wells 2026 Recap: Sinner’s Dominance, Medvedev’s Grit, & Next Gen Taking Over

    2D AGO

    Indian Wells 2026 Recap: Sinner’s Dominance, Medvedev’s Grit, & Next Gen Taking Over

    2026 Indian Wells is in the books, and the consistency machines are rolling. Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim break down Aryna Sabalenka’s dominant run and remarkable tiebreak streak, along with Jannik Sinner’s historic milestone as the youngest player to complete the Hard Court Masters set. They also discuss Daniil Medvedev’s resurgence, young stars Victoria Mboko and João Fonseca, Novak Djokovic skipping Miami, Coco Gauff’s injury concerns, and the Saudi investment news reshaping the ATP calendar. COMMENT BELOW: Outside of Sinner, Alcaraz, and Sabalenka, who do you think can win a Slam? 📩 Sign up for the Newsletter here: https://servedmedia.substack.com/ Check out some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/ 📱If you're new to the Served with Andy Roddick, we're happy you're here! Follow us for more: https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast/ https://x.com/Served_Podcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast Theme music composed, produced, and mixed by Dan Whittemore. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwhit.wav/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Episode Intro 1:29 Welcome to Served 2:40 Aryna Sabalenka Wins 2026 Indian Wells 10:51 Personality Contrast: Sabalenka vs. Rybakina 13:19 Perfect Delivery 16:15 Jannik Sinner Dominance 22:16 Daniil Medvedev’s 2026 Hot Start 25:17 Medvedev called Andy for Advice post-US Open Loss 34:28 Why João Fonseca is an Intriguing Prospect 37:15 Injury Comebacks: Arthur Fils and Jack Draper 38:59 Novak Djokovic’s Decision to Pull Out of 2026 Miami 42:10 Coco Gauff’s Arm Injury 44:22 Bold Prediction: Winning a Slam in the Next Two Years 46:11 Mirra Andreeva: Managing Pressure and On-Court Clarity 49:38 Saudi PIF Investment and Grass Court Shifts 56:48 Teaser: The Alex Eala Interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m
  4. Jannik Sinner vs. Heckler & Indian Wells Drama: Why Is Stadium 2 Empty?

    6D AGO

    Jannik Sinner vs. Heckler & Indian Wells Drama: Why Is Stadium 2 Empty?

    5 SETTER: This Week in Racket Sports, where we bring you the top five headlines across tennis, padel, pickleball, and more. In this episode: 1. 2026 Indian Wells Headlines (Andreeva Expletives, Sinner's Heckler, and serve-clocks are too fast?) 2. Indian Wells Mixed Doubles Prize Money Increase 3. Stadium 2 Ghost Town Due To Ticket Restrictions 4. Rest of Racket News (Anna Leigh Watters & Ping Pong Event in England) 5. Roger Federer's Billionaire Status Subscribe to the 5-Setter Newsletter: https://www.newsletter.servedpodcast.com/ Grab Some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    13 min
  5. Flimflams, Marcelo Ríos, & Larry Stefanki’s Coaching Lessons | Q&Andy

    MAR 12

    Flimflams, Marcelo Ríos, & Larry Stefanki’s Coaching Lessons | Q&Andy

    Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Andy Roddick reunites with former coach Larry Stefanki on Q&Andy to answer listener questions, revisit their near miss at Wimbledon, and relive the work behind Andy’s late career comeback. They discuss coaching philosophy, tough training sessions, and the realities of life on tour. Stefanki also explains his legendary vocabulary, including what makes someone a “flimflam,” while sharing stories about tennis icons like John McEnroe, Bjorn Borg, and Marcelo Ríos. 📱 Stay up to date with Q&Andy! Follow us on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast https://x.com/served_podcast ⏰ TIMESTAMPS:  0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy 1:28 What was the Andy/Larry relationship like?  2:36 Do you wish you did anything differently in terms of Andy’s career?  6:07 What does "Starch Ball" and "Flimflam" mean? 9:18 How do players come to trust coaches who didn't compete at the same level?  13:02 What is the most important lesson a player has taught you? 17:36 Describe working with and coaching Marcelo Ríos in one sentence  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min
  6. Zeynep Sönmez on Social Media Toxicity, Turkish Fame, & Alex Eala | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters

    MAR 11

    Zeynep Sönmez on Social Media Toxicity, Turkish Fame, & Alex Eala | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters

    Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they welcome one of the most exciting rising stars on the WTA Tour, Turkey’s Zeynep Sönmez. Zeynep shares what it feels like to go from watching Kim’s Australian Open comeback on TV to now receiving tactical advice from her. The conversation explores the mental strength required to represent a developing tennis nation, along with Zeynep’s perspective on social media pressures and her friendships with the girls on tour. Plus, Kim and Blair break down the biggest stories from Indian Wells, including Naomi Osaka’s headline-grabbing fashion, the drama surrounding Mirra Andreeva’s emotional loss and viral post-match moment, and a deeper look at how players manage pressure, emotions, and expectations at the highest level of the sport. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS:  0:00 Welcome to Love All  3:55 Henley's Headlines: Naomi Osaka's Indian Wells fashion  6:08 Henley's Headlines: Sabalenka's engagement ring  7:41 Henley's Headlines: Siniakova vs. Andreeva controversy  12:05 Henley's Headlines: Player safety and social media threats  15:18 Kim-formation: Deep dive into Naomi Osaka's comeback  21:13 Zeynep Sonmez joins the show 23:05 Indian Wells reflections and the decision to play Merida 24:43 Working with coach Issam Jellali and the mentorship of Ons Jabeur 30:39 Mental Toughness: Dealing with media pressure and social media in Turkey 40:27 Pinch-me moment: Wimbledon 2025 and the museum kit request 44:21 "Girlhood Forever": Navigating friendships and rivalries on tour 48:52 Zeynep asks Kim about handling expectations 55:04 Scouting the Tour: Breaking down matches against Alex Eala 56:59 Playing against big hitters 1:08:45 The post-match ritual: Notebooks, film study, and the 24-hour buffer 1:14:04 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 18m
  7. Larry Stefanki talks Coaching Iconic Players, Winning Indian Wells As A Wildcard, & More

    MAR 10

    Larry Stefanki talks Coaching Iconic Players, Winning Indian Wells As A Wildcard, & More

    Larry Stefanki has coached them all: John McEnroe, Marcelo Rios, Tim Henman, Fernando Gonzalez, and of course, Andy Roddick. Today, Larry joins Andy and Jon Wertheim to pull back the curtain on the world of elite coaching, why Carlos Alcaraz is the closest thing to Bjorn Borg, and some funny stories from coaching Andy. From winning Indian Wells in 1985 as a wildcard to managing the biggest "psychos" in tennis history, Larry breaks down the mental discipline required to reach World No. 1. Read here for more on Larry Stefanki: https://www.palmspringslife.com/history/the-wild-card-larry-stefankis-1985-la-quinta-win-that-launched-a-no-1-tennis-coaching-career/ 📩 Sign up for the Newsletter here:  https://servedmedia.substack.com/  Check out some Served Merch:  https://store.servedpodcast.com/  📱If you're new to the Served with Andy Roddick, we're happy you're here! Follow us for more:  https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast/   https://x.com/Served_Podcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast   Learn more about ServiceNow here: https://www.servicenow.com/?campid=271869&cid=pc:brd:brnd:served:26q1:paitwfp_audioredirect_PAITW2_GAI_PAITWFP_HostRead_:none:br_ams:awa&utm_medium=podcasts&utm_source=served Theme music composed, produced, and mixed by Dan Whittemore. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dwhit.wav/  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:34 Welcome to Served 8:26 Larry Stefanki joins the show 11:01 Coaching different personalities: From McEnroe to Roddick 13:21 Larry's career journey 19:33 Day 1 coaching Andy 22:23 Weight loss, wheatgrass, and the "Starch Ball" muffin story 27:32 Managing the employee-coach dynamic 31:34 Managing Marcelo Rios’ talent 34:31 Why Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz are unique 38:01 The underrated genius of McEnroe’s backhand 41:01 Novak Djokovic’s ball control vs. the power game 44:11 Larry’s critique of modern style of tennis 48:16 Knowing when a player is ready for critique 51:29 Remembering John Brodie 59:15 The 1985 Indian Wells run as a Wild Card 1:05:30 Chaos in the stands: A heart attack during the match 1:16:17 Would Larry ever return to coaching on tour? 1:18:38 Vetting job offers (Monfils, Murray, and Gauff) 1:22:27 Andy’s reflection on the 2009 Wimbledon run 1:24:01 Final thoughts and outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m
  8. 5 SETTER: Ferrero Talks Alcaraz Split, ATP Players Escape Dubai, $1Million Pickleball Draft

    MAR 6

    5 SETTER: Ferrero Talks Alcaraz Split, ATP Players Escape Dubai, $1Million Pickleball Draft

    The tennis world was rocked this week as geopolitical tensions forced a mass evacuation of ATP stars from the Middle East. From ATP evacuation to Juan Carlos Ferrero finally addressing his painful split from Carlos Alcaraz, Producer Mike breaks down the 5 biggest stories in racket sports. In this episode: 1. The Dubai Crisis: How the ATP an evacuation flight for stranded players. 2. The Ferrero Interview: Why seeing Alcaraz’s new team "hurts" the former coach. 3. Engagement & Puppies: Aryna Sabalenka celebrates a massive ring and a new addition to the team. 4. Djokovic’s New Venture: The GOAT invests in "Nano-Technology" recovery. 5. Pickleball’s $1.2M Record: Why was Anna Bright’s draft price was so high? LINKS MENTIONED: Harri Heliövaara’s Blog: https://www.harriheliovaara.fi/ 5-Setter Newsletter: https://www.newsletter.servedpodcast.com/ Served Merch (The Socks!): https://store.servedpodcast.com/ #TennisNews #ATP #Alcaraz #Medvedev #Djokovic #Sabalenka #Pickleball #IndianWells #ServedPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    13 min
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A tennis podcast with a fresh spin hosted by former World No. 1 Andy Roddick with Jon Wertheim and more! Watch the Served Podcast on YouTube, and follow us on Instagram, X and TikTok.

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    Served with Andy Roddick
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    268
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