Behind The Play

Anna-Lena Friedsam is a German professional tennis player who currently is ranked 111 WTA. Friedsam is the first player to come on the pod that played both the US Open and French Open in 2020. 

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Ellie Halbauer, American tennis player who is currently 310 WTA in the world, joins us this week to discuss her journey. 

Ellie played in both Exo-Tennis events in Atlanta back in May and is now working on climbing the rankings to reach grand slam qualifying. 

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This week, Rod, Ruben and Oli discuss racism in sport and the challenges we face within society. 

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This week we change it up by collaborating for the first time with another podcast! Eugene and Lucy from Black Spin Global come on the pod to discuss all things black tennis. 

Black Spin Global highlights black excellence from tennis players around the world. You can follow them on Instagram and Twitter on top of their fortnightly podcast. 

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This week, Taylor Townsend joins us on the pod. Taylor is a unique tennis player, bringing skills to the court that few posses. In this episode we talk about her game and her problem solving skills, the abuse campaign we launched in May with Taylor's help, and what the future may bring. 

If you want your monday motivation, look no further. 

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The boys are back discussing all things Season 1. Ruben Herrera, Director of Tennis at Base Tennis, joins us giving his take of the podcast and the methods to success. 

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Sela Bay Miles is a model from Alabama, residing and working in Miami. In conversation with Oli and Rodney, we discuss the Sela's dedication to be the best in her craft, the pressures of being a model and what the future holds. 

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Anne Meiwald is a professional women's footballer that is a first hand witness to the rise in women's football. Coming through the Arsenal Academy, Anne has gone on to play for some of the country's best teams. 

In this interview we discuss her own personal struggles, the struggles within the game itself and what the future holds. Good luck with the rest of the season!

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This week we venture away from the big bad world of tennis and discover what it takes to become a World Snooker champion. Ken Doherty sits down with us to discuss his journey and the methods he took to becoming the 1997 World Champion. 

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Hazem Naw was introduced to the game by his father from a young age. As he developed through the age groups his tennis journey was met by trouble, the Syrian civil war. 

This weeks episode discusses the challenges of trying to find success at every opportunity whilst the war looms large in the background. Another unique yet shocking story. Thank Hazem for telling your story. 

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