60 Minutes correspondent and Tennis Channel's own Jon Wertheim returns to Inside-In to discuss where things stand at a rambunctious US Open, which saw top seed and defending champion Iga Swiatek lose to Jelena Ostapenko in the fourth round. Wertheim explains what went wrong for Swiatek, Coco Gauff's opportunity to win her first major, and whether soon-to-be new #1 Aryna Sabalenka or another player on the women's side will make a run to the title.
The senior executive of Sports Illustrated also discusses the men's draw, with Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz on a collision course for another major matchup. Wertheim dives into Daniil Medvedev's success on the court and on the microphone, the American men's tennis movement with three quarterfinalists, and looks at whether Jannik Sinner can have his big breakthrough. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Jon Wertheim on Swiatek's Upset Loss, Gauff's Opportunity, and a Potential Alcaraz/Djokovic Showdown at the US Open

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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

One of the signature voices in the world of tennis returns to the podcast, as Ted Robinson joins the show to recap the dramatic action at the Madrid Open. Robinson breaks down a classic women's final that saw Iga Swiatek narrowly defeat Aryna Sabalenka, and assess Swiatek's position as the alpha atop the WTA. The commentator also discusses Andrey Rublev's improbable Madrid title, Felix Auger Aliassime reaching his first Master's final, and the run of unforunate injuries at the tournament.
Robinson also looks ahead to The Italian Open, the final stop on the Road to Roland Garros. He analyzes Novak Djokovic's return to action, Rafael Nadal soaking in these precious moments, and lists a few players that he thinks could make a run in Rome. And Robinson explains why college tennis is now more than ever such a vital pathway to success in the pro game and in life itself. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Ted Robinson on Another Classic Swiatek/Sabalenka Match, Rublev's Madrid Magic, & What To Expect At The Italian Open

Steve Weissman is one of the premier broadcasters at Tennis Channel, and he returns to the podcast to discuss all the happenings in tennis and his own work life. Weissman discusses the emotional tribute to Rafael Nadal at The Madrid Open, and assesses the Spainard's status as he makes a final push on the clay. The host of TC Live examines Jannik Sinner's injury management, Carlos Alcaraz's upset loss to Andrey Rublev, and whether Daniil Medvedev or Taylor Fritz can seize a huge opportunity in Madrid. And Weissman explains why Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff and Danielle Collins are worthy contenders to Iga Swiatek as the players ramp up for Roland Garros.
And then Marijn Bal, Vice President at WME Sports and one of the top agents in tennis joins the show for a conversation about his journey from Holland to the upper echelon of his profession. Bal explains how he got his professional break at IMG, how he stays committed and organized, and why he enjoys his career more than ever. The agent also discusses the memories of Monica Puig's Olympic Gold Medal, and why Petra Kvitova continues to make him a better person. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Steve Weissman on Nadal's Tennis Mortality, Swiatek's Clay Contenders and More From Madrid + WME Vice President Marijn Bal  On Becoming A Premier Agent For The Stars

Tennis Channel Broadcaster Nick Monroe returns to the podcast to discuss the 2024 clay court season, which just saw Casper Ruud win his biggest title ever in Barcelona. Monroe discusses Rafael Nadal's mindset entering Madrid, Jan-Lennard Struff's first career tournament win in Munich, and Taylor Fritz re-claiming the top American spot in the rankings with Ben Shelton & Tommy Paul right on his heels. And Monroe explains why everybody should be watching the "Second Serve" TV show on T2, which he hosts and features a new way to watch tennis.
And then Alize Lim joins the show to discuss why she's determined to end her competitve playing career on her own terms, and how she's become a polished broadcaster. Lim converses about the number of moms on the WTA, Iga Swiatek reaching her 100th week at #1, and how Elena Rybakina claimed the Stuttgart title. The Eurosport commentator also recalls what she learned from interviewing Nadal, and the experiences she had visiting some of the most prestigious tennis schools in the world when she hosted "Academy Life." Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Nick Monroe on Casper Ruud's Title, Nadal's Madrid Finale and Working On "Second Serve," + Alize Lim Talks Broadcating, Monte Carlo and Rybakina Coming For Swiatek's Throne

Emcee and on-court interviewer Blair Henley returns to the podcast to discuss her uncanny ability to unlock some of the best personalities in the game, from Danielle Collins to Emma Navarro. Henley recaps her weekend at the USA's Billie Jean King Cup triumph over Belgium, and explains what it was like to host a sitdown with legend Andre Agassi. She also dives into topics such as the short-short movement, Iga Swiatek's dominance on clay, and why a certain movie star is invited to her next broadcast assignment at the Savannah CHALLANGER.
And then tennis betting analyst Pamela Maldonado joins to recap Rafael Nadal's return to the game, and what to make of his form after a loss in Barcelona to Alex De Minaur. Maldonado breaks down Nadal from every angle, and assesses the clay court landscape on the ATP after Stefanos Tsitsipas claimed the Monte Carlo title over Casper Ruud in the final. The wagering expert surveys the list of contenders on the men's side for Roland Garros, and analyzes whether Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner or another player can go the distance in Paris. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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Blair Henley on Unlocking Player Personalities, Team USA's BJK Cup Win and Her Sitdown With Agassi + Pamela Maldonaldo on Nadal's Final Push and The Men's Roland Garros Contenders

Jon Wertheim on Swiatek's Upset Loss, Gauff's Opportunity, and a Potential Alcaraz/Djokovic Showdown at the US Open

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