dropshot

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dropshot

dropshot is a narrative podcast series delving into the world of tennis lifestyle and culture, bringing listeners closer to the sport. Listen to season 2 now as we take a road trip across the UK for a unique journey into the heart of British tennis, speaking with leading players and voices from across the sport. dropshot is presented by Garry Hayes and Ceri Levy. dropshot is a HWY61 production. Twitter/Instagram: @ThisIsDropshot

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  1. The White Rabbit

    EPISODE 1

    The White Rabbit

    Documentary film maker and environmental writer, Ceri Levy, discovers if he has what it takes to be a sports journalist under the tutelage of Garry Hayes, an experienced journalist and now podcast mogul. It all takes place in the unique atmosphere of a forgotten grass court summer in the UK. In this first episode set at the Surbiton Trophy they meet with Jay Clarke, James Ward and Paul Jubb and his coach, Jonny Carmichael. The scene is set, the die is cast and Ceri and Garry are back on the tennis trail. Dropshot returns! Featured in this episode: Jay Clarke, James Ward and Paul Jubb.

    42 min
  2. Practice Makes Perfect

    EPISODE 2

    Practice Makes Perfect

    Rain stops play but Ceri and Garry get a surprise when Jay Clarke and his coach and brother Curt Clarke, invite them to the National Tennis Centre, to see what goes into a training session. And a further surprise awaits them as his hitting partner for the day turns out to be none other than Frances Tiafoe, the American star. A unique experience ensues. Featured in this episode: Jay Clarke and Frances Tiafoe.

    40 min
  3. Rain, Rain Goes Away

    EPISODE 3

    Rain, Rain Goes Away

    Surbiton’s rain may have gone away but Garry has disappeared too! Ceri is all alone on a busy morning which saw the women’s tournament get under way. Conversations involved an encounter with Dropshot favourite, Alex de Minaur, and fellow Australian Matt Reid; Heather Watson chats engagingly with Ceri; Alison van Uytvanck talks from the gym; American Caty McNally, reveals the breakfast she shouldn’t have had and describes the mentality needed to cope with the tour and Dan Evans reveals his thoughts on young players. Phew!! It’s a busy old morning! Featured in this episode: Alex de Minaur, Matt Reid, Heather Watson, Alison van Uytvanck, Caty McNally and Dan Evans.

    34 min
  4. Talk Talk

    EPISODE 4

    Talk Talk

    Nottingham!   Featured in this episode: Magdalena Rybarikova, Katy Dunne, Alison Riske, Nick Kyrgios.

    31 min
  5. Hamstrung in Derby

    EPISODE 5

    Hamstrung in Derby

    In Nottingham, rain yet again totals a day’s play but luckily Ceri and Garry have the opportunity to make the short trip to Derby to watch Jay Clarke being put through various routines with his coaching and fitness team. The effort put in is gruelling but this is what it takes to be a professional athlete. Simon Brundish, the fitness guy, talks through all things physical and Ceri is shocked to find that we have three hamstrings and Garry only wants to talk glutes and calves.    Featured in this episode: Jay Clarke

    42 min
  6. Prepare the Ark

    EPISODE 6

    Prepare the Ark

    A deluge of rain stops all play all day. The weather also keeps Garry away from Nottingham. Meanwhile Ceri takes the opportunity to chat with Curt Clarke, Jay Clarke’s brother and coach. He learns more about the supportive Clarke family unit and the power of acceptance of situations. When finally the difficult decision is taken to play matches indoors away from the fans,  Ceri gets the chance to chat again with Paul Jubb, watches Jay Clarke retire with an injury and late into the night witnesses Jack Draper win his first match at this level. Before turning the lights out at the venue, Ceri and Jack discuss this momentous occasion.   Featured in this episode: Paul Jubb, Jack Draper

    51 min
  7. Looking Back to Novak

    EPISODE 7

    Looking Back to Novak

    Ceri’s journey into tennis reporting started at the Monte Carlo Masters and here he looks back at the first press conference he took part in from that tournament, which happened to be with Novak Djokovic. Ceri breaks down how press conferences work and how the media dig for information that suits their needs. This event took place after Djokovic had recovered from an injury and there were question marks over his ability to come back and reclaim a place at the top table. Cut to the present day and he’s won just about every tournament going! This is a fascinating look at the relationship between athlete and journalist.   Featured in this episode: Novak Djokovic

    29 min
  8. The Breakfast Club

    EPISODE 8

    The Breakfast Club

    Garry manages to be incredibly late but just in time for the interviews to begin. Typical behaviour, while Ceri soldiers on in the vortex of matches being played indoors. No fans, no atmosphere but still serious tennis goes on. Curt Clarke has news on brother Jay’s injury from the previous evening and Garry disappears earlier than expected and Ceri is awash with interviews, chatting with Donna Vekic, Maria Sakkari, Harriet Dart and Caroline Garcia about porridge, killing time, music and films. Like the rain, the conversations flow.   Featured in this episode: Donna Vekic, Maria Sakkari, Harriet Dart and Caroline Garcia.

    42 min
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dropshot is a narrative podcast series delving into the world of tennis lifestyle and culture, bringing listeners closer to the sport. Listen to season 2 now as we take a road trip across the UK for a unique journey into the heart of British tennis, speaking with leading players and voices from across the sport. dropshot is presented by Garry Hayes and Ceri Levy. dropshot is a HWY61 production. Twitter/Instagram: @ThisIsDropshot

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    HWY61
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  • Episodes
    34
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © HWY61
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