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Day 7 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals!

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These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!

Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!

In This Episode:

Dan discusses the ongoing WTA finals in Riyadh, highlighting the challenges and lack of fan engagement and attendance during the matches in Riyadh, the performances of various players, and the emergence of superstars in tennis.

He reflects on the importance of live sports and the need for better strategies to attract local fans, particularly in the context of the significant investment made in the event. The conversation also touches on the global representation of tennis players and the potential for growth in South America.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Lack of attendance during matches

05:35 Tennis Matches and Player Performances

11:44 Superstars of Tennis and Global Representation

17:57 Future of Tennis in South America and Upcoming Matches

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Day 6 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up following Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's 1st win of the WTA Finals!

Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!

These are shorter episode aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!

Joined by fan favourite and former Wimbledon Men's Doubles champion Frederik Nielsen to talk about the WTA Finals so far and comparing it to his ATP Finals experience when he played in the Finals.

Make sure to check out our Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE avaliable now on YouTube and all podcast platforms!

In This Episode:

Dan and Freddie discuss the days action at the WTA Finals from a coach and spectator perspective, with Freddie reflecting on their experiences in ATP Finals, the atmosphere of the events in Saudi, and analysing player performances, particularly focusing on Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff.

They delve into technical aspects of the players' games, offering insights on areas for improvement and the challenges of making changes to established techniques.

And of course reflecting on Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's 1st win in straight sets(7-6, 6-4).

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the WTA Finals

00:57 Freddie Nielsen's ATP Finals Experience

02:42 The Atmosphere of Finals

07:10 Analysing Current Matches and Players including Gaby and Erin's

09:44 Coco Gauff's Performance and Potential

17:47 Technical Insights on Player Development

25:06 Match Previews and Predictions

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Day 5 of our DAILY Riyadh Round Up during the WTA Finals and match play has begun!

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These shorter episode aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In This Episode:

Dan and former CNN sports broadcaster Candy Reid discuss the ongoing WTA Finals, reviewing the matches from Day 1 of match play, analysing player performances and making predictions for upcoming matches.

They delve into coaching changes, player dynamics, and the impact of doubles play on singles performance. The discussion highlights key players like Sabalenka, Gauff, and Pegula, while also exploring the strategies that may influence the outcomes of the tournament. Also reviewing the matches from the Singles Purple group.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the WTA Finals Live Stream

04:21 Coaching Changes and Player Performances

10:24 Doubles Match Preview and Player Dynamics

16:13 Final Thoughts and Predictions

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Day 4 of our DAILY Riyadh Round Ups during the WTA Finals!

Watch LIVE each day 8pm GMT on our YouTube channel 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!

These shorter episodes aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In this episode:

Todays episode is focused around building the ULTIMATE WTA player by analysing various skills and attributes of top players, emphasising the significance of mentality and personality in tennis.

Categories include:

Serve

Backhand

Forehand

Slice

Volleys and coming forward

Defence

Personality

Dan talks about the training of the day and players he has spoken to whilst out in Riyadh and the importance of innovation in sports. The conversation concludes by answering live viewers questions with thoughts on the future of players and the sport.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the WTA Finals

05:07 Building the Ultimate WTA Player

24:36 Recap of the Ultimate Player Attributes

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Day 3 we are joined by the Wimbledon winning pair in Henry Patten and Harri Heliövaara!

Watch each episode LIVE on YouTube 8pm GMT DAILY on the 'Control the Controllables Podcast' YouTube channel.

These are shorter episodes that aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In this episode:

Dan discusses insights from media day at the WTA Finals and the importance players are putting into social media to grow their own following and tennis as a whole.

Dan is also joined by Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten to discuss the differences between ATP Finals and WTA Finals as well as them recently qualifying for the 2024 ATP Finals in Turin!

Episode concludes with both Henry and Harri answering fan questions submitted via our instagram 'ctc.podcast'.

If you want to ask any questions about the WTA Finals out in Riyadh or to any future guests on the live shows don't hesitate to send them in!

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Overview of the WTA Finals

03:05 Media Day Insights and Player Experiences

05:55 The Impact of Social Media on Tennis

08:48 Introduction of Special Guests: Harry Heliovara and Henry Patten

12:01 Reflections on the ATP Finals and Player Experiences

15:05 The Importance of Social Media and Player Engagement

17:57 Expectations and Experiences at the ATP Finals

20:45 The Race to the ATP Finals and Its Significance

24:03 Fan Questions and Player Insights

26:43 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations

Let us know what you are thinking of the LIVE episodes and always send in questions you have about the WTA Finals in Riyadh.

Join us for tonights episode that will be a slightly later time of 9pm GMT building the ULTIMATE WTA player and answering any questions you have!

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In today´s epsiode we´re rounding up all the action from the 2024 Asian Swing.

It´s back in the tennis calendar after its sudden halt in 2020, and it did not disappoint. From tantrums to the emergence of local talents, CTC host Dan Kiernan is joined by journalists and coaches who were out in China and Japan to discuss it all.

Our panellists are:-

• British Journalist and former CNN anchor Candy Reid
• Sports journalist and broadcaster Eleanor Preston
• And CTC regular Calvin Betton, Coach of the 2024 Wimbledon Mens Doubles Champions, Henry Pattern & Harri Heliovarra.

Episode Highlights include:-

• Why regional heroes play a crucial role in the sport's popularity.
• Is the Asian swing too long for players' well-being?
• Women's rights and representation in tennis are ongoing conversations.
• How money influences decisions in tennis, including tournament locations.
• How Karolina Mukova's versatility makes her a player to watch in the future.
• Why young players' naivety can be both an asset and a challenge.
• Does the ATP needs a stronger code of conduct for player behaviour, after outbursts from Tsitsipas, Tiafoe and Zverev.
• Rafael Nadal's impact on the sport as he announces his retirement.

➡️ Head to Youtube to listen Live to Dan from Riyadh every evening as he gives daily updates from the WTA Finals ⬅️

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Day 2 of our LIVE Riyadh Round Ups!

Watch LIVE each day on our YouTube channel 8pm GMT DAILY!

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These shorter episodes aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In this episode:

Dan and guest Mike Digby discuss the WTA Finals in Riyadh, sharing insights about the players' experiences, the dynamics of the matches, and reflections on past tournaments.

They analyse upcoming matches, player strategies, and the unique atmosphere of the finals in Saudi Arabia.

The conversation also touches on venue improvements and the importance of fan engagement.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to WTA Finals and Riyadh Experience

04:22 Insights from Mike Digby on WTA Finals

09:14 Player Dynamics and Tournament Atmosphere

14:23 Match Previews and Predictions

19:09 Doubles Matchups and Tactical Insights

24:15 Final Thoughts and Venue Improvements

Day 3 WTA Finals Riyadh Round will be joined by 2024 Wimbledon Winning doubles pair Henry Pattern and Harri Heliövaara! Live on YouTube!

Keep sending in your questions about the WTA Finals for Dan to answer LIVE!

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We are bringing you guys a BRAND NEW series of shows during the WTA Finals out in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In this series we will bring you guys shorter, daily round ups of the behind the scenes access of the WTA Finals, the training of all the top players, how the female players are treated and will not avoid the big topics!

If you want to join in on the action LIVE then tune each day on our YouTube channel 'Control the Controllables podcast' where you can ask questions LIVE and be involved with a CTC podcast!

Live 8pm GMT during the WTA Finals!

In this episode:

In this conversation, Dan Kiernan discusses the WTA Finals taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, highlighting the event's setup, the political context surrounding it, and the experiences of players.

Comparing the current tournament to previous ones in Cancun and Turin, emphasising the improvements in player treatment and event organisation.

Also delving into the training and preparation required for the finals, the differences between the WTA Finals and Grand Slam tournaments, and the overall atmosphere among players.

Concludes with insights on the draw and matchups, expressing optimism for the event's impact on women's tennis in the region.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to the Live Stream

02:50 Insights from the WTA Finals in Riyadh

12:24 Comparing Tournament Experiences: Riyadh vs Cancun

18:07 Player Preparation and Tournament Dynamics

26:04 The Draw and Match Expectations

37:19 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagements

Let us know what to think of the new show by DM and messaging us!

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Back in April, we brought Control the Controllables to a fantastic live audience in London, diving into the future of professional tennis. We loved the buzz of the live show and we loved meeting so many of our regular listeners in person.

With the Six King Slam recently concluded and the WTA Finals coming up next month in Saudi Arabia, it felt like the perfect time to release the full CTC LIVE episode.

Our expert panel joining CTC Host Dan Kiernan on the night included:-

• CTC regular and former Wimbledon Champion, Freddie Nielsen
• John Morris, the ´super agent´ to many stars including Andrey Rublev and the former agent to Nick Kygrios
• Justin Sherring, the coach of Joe Salisbury and Jack Draper.

During our live show we discussed Saudi Arabia's rising influence in tennis, the shifting power dynamics between governing bodies and players, and what these changes might mean for the sport's future. Are we witnessing the dawn of a new era in tennis? and what will this mean across all levels of the game?

Listen to insightful discussions on the potential for an "Elite Tour" and the evolving landscape of tennis. Whether you're a player, coach, or passionate fan, there’s plenty to reflect on.

Enjoy and join the conversation shaping the future of the game!

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Louis Cayer is one of the most successful coaches in tennis.

He´s transformed doubles in Great Britain, guiding 3 British players to World Mens doubles number 1 and coaching players to a whopping 19 Grand Slam titles!

It´s no surprise that his chat with CTC host Dan Kiernan back in 2021 is still our 2nd most listened to episode, and is too good not to bring back to you.

Listen to Louis discuss the evolution of doubles, and how to pick the right partner. He also shares his top 3 tips for doubles players of all levels.

There are some gems in here, as there always is when talking to Louis. Enjoy!

Listen to more from Louis in his full episode here.

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