The Madrid Open is here & bigger than ever, and former doubles world #1 Mark Knowles joins the show to preview all of the action. Knowles breaks down Carlos Alcaraz as the clear favorite, Holger Rune's moxie, and whether the American contingent led by Taylor Fritz & Frances Tiafoe can make a deep run on the European clay. He also analyzes what makes Iga Swiatek so lethal on her favorite surface, and who can challenge her quest for a third French Open title.
And then veteran broadcaster Ari Wolfe joins Inside-In to discuss his experience in the industry, and why tennis was his first sporting love. Wolfe explains the challenges & rewards of broadcasting tennis, and he lists a few of his favorite players & storylines as the 2023 season takes full flight. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Alcaraz goes for a Madrid Repeat & the WTA Chases Swiatek with Mark Knowles, & Ari Wolfe on His Passion For Tennis

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Tennis Channel's own Nico Pereira returns to Inside-In to recap a wild first week at Roland Garros, with some of the game's top players rounding into form on the clay. Pereira discusses Carlos Alcaraz flying under the radar, Daniil Medvedev's winning ways, and how players like Francisco Cerundolo and Casper Ruud find so much success on this surface. The former pro also dives into Novak Djokovic's status as the tournament progresses, and whether a sizable upset is brewing in the men's draw.
And on the women's front, Pereira explains why Swiatek remains nearly invincible in Paris. He also chats about Aryna Sabalenka's consistency across all the majors, Mirra Andreeva's arrival on the main stage, and other players that can keep racking up the wins at Roland Garros. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Nico Pereira on Alcaraz Rounding Into Form, Surging Sabalenka and More From Roland Garros

Roland Garros is underway, and Barstool Hubbs returns to the podcast to break down the first few days of action in France. Hubbs recaps the valiant effort Rafael Nadal put up in defeat against Alexander Zverev, disscusses the Spaniard's future, and assesses whether Alexander Zverev can go the distance in Paris. The Barstool Sports writer/host also anaylzes Novak Djokovic's form early, whether Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are ready to grab their first title, and explain why Ben Shelton is built for the hostile crowds at this major.
Hubbs also examines the thrilling round two match that saw Iga Swiatek survive against Naomi Osaka, and explains why he expects more great tennis in the future for the Japanese megastar. Will Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina or somebody else challenge Swiatek in Paris? And which American will go the farthest in the men's draw. Those questions and more are answered an this episode of the Inside-In Podcast with Barstool Hubbs. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Nadal Falls To Zverev, Swiatek Escapes vs. Osaka And More From Roland Garros With Barstool Hubbs

The Roland Garros draw is out, and one of the biggest and most historic first round matches has been set in Paris. Mark Knowles and Brett Connors join the show to preview the opening encounter between 14-time champion Rafael Nadal & the #4 player in the world Alexander Zverev. The guys discuss how Nadal can find success on the clay, and just how deep the men's draw is at Roland Garros. They analayze if Novak Djokovic has the goods to repeat his champion, and break down all the exicting opening matchups on the men's side.
Knowles and Connors then look at the women's draw, where Iga Swiatek is the overwhelming favorite to win her 4th title. Could Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff or Elena Rybakina go the distance in Paris? Will Danielle Collins keep riding high in her final season? And who are the dangerous players floating in the draw, ready to go on the run of a lifetime? All that and more is covered with Mark Knowles and Brett Connors on 2024 Roland Garros preview show. Hosted by Mitch Michals. 
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The 2024 Roland Garros Preview Show With Mark Knowles & Brett Connors: Headlined By Nadal vs. Zverev In Round 1!

Tennis journalist Chris Clarey returns to Inside-In to recap all the action from the Masters 1000 in Rome, and to look ahead towards Roland Garros which is just days away from commencing. Clarey breaks down Iga Swiatek's superiority on clay, and assesses which cotenders, if any, are capabale of defeating the Polish player. The writer also examines Alexander Zverev's Italian Open triumph and the crowded list of male stars that could go all the way in Paris.
Clarey also dives into Novak Djokovic's form as he attempts to defend his Roland Garros title, and debates whether Carlos Alcaraz should modify his style of play as he returns to the court. And the prominent member of the tennis media takes a detailed look at whether Rafael Nadal can recapture some of that familiar magic in Paris, and shares his thoughts on Dominic Thiem's final run in France. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Journalist Chris Clarey on Swiatek's Conquest in Rome, Zverev Surging, Nadal's Final Roland Garros and A Look Ahead to Paris

Broadcaster and podcast host Gill Gross returns to Inside-In to analyze all the action from the Italian Open, which saw Novak Djokovic & Rafael Nadal exit early. Gross dives into Djokovic's form as he prepares to defend his Roland Garros title, Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul finding success on the clay, and whether Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev are legit threats to go all the way in Paris. The host of "Monday Match Analysis examines why Iga Swiatek is so comfortable on the red dirt, Aryna Sabalenka's toughness and if Coco Gauff is ready for another major title run. Gross also reacts to the news that Jannik Sinner might not compete at Roland Garros, and whether Carlos Alcaraz can find his "A game" in the year's second major.
And then sports journalist Erin Coscarelli makes her debut on the podcast to discuss working in the industry and carving out a career in media. Coscarelli chats about finding her voice at USC, and why mentoring women in her field is so important to her. The host of Tennis Channel's Digital show "The Break" also explains why tennis is having a real moment in 2024, and why she chose to be open about her own mental health journey. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Gill Gross On Opportunities in Rome, Djokovic's Motivation and Swiatek's Clay Brilliance + Sports Journalist Erin Coscarelli on Her Journey, Helping Others and Tennis Having A Moment

Alcaraz goes for a Madrid Repeat & the WTA Chases Swiatek with Mark Knowles, & Ari Wolfe on His Passion For Tennis

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