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Wimbledon 2025 did not disappoint!

From early upsets, unexpected runs by qualifiers (and alternates!), to two new Wimbledon champions in Sinner and Swiatek, it´s been an exciting 2 weeks at SW19!

And the sun shone throughout!

CTC Host Dan Kiernan went live on YouTube to review all of the action with our Grand Slam panellists:-

• Denmark´s Davis Cup Captain and 2012 Wimbledon Doubles Champion, Freddie Nielsen
• Top S&C Coach Kieron Vorster who has worked with Liam Broady, Dan Evans, Tim Henman and Wayne Ferreira.

Head to our CTC YouTube channel and hit Subscribe to listen to all of Dan´s LIVE updates from Wimbledon.

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Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships, joined by special guests from the world of tennis.

Who is winning each final?

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to provide you with insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the tournament.

Today, Dan is joined by two CTC fan favourites, Calvin Betton and Freddie Nielsen!

Episode Highlights:-

Reviewing the Men's Singles semi-finals

Reviewing the Women's Doubles semi-finals

Predictions and breakdown for the Finals this weekend

All the information you need to stay up to date with the action ahead of the finals!

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Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships, joined by special guests from the world of tennis.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to provide you with insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the tournament.

Today, Dan is joined by Mel South, commentator and former WTA top 100 player. As well as Will Boucek, host of the Doubles Only podcast.

Episode Highlights:-

The amazing Men's doubles semi-finals were filled with many emotions, with Hijikata and Pel making the final after being alternates!

Dan's former player, Lloyd Glasspool making his 1st Wimbledon final.

Swiatek making the final dominantly.

An emotional Mixed doubles final with Siniakova winning her 1st Mixed doubles title alongside Sem Verbeek.

Dan's long-time favourite and dark horse, Amanda Anisimova, making her 1st Grand Slam final, beating the world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka.

Prediction and analysis for the women's doubles semi-finals

Prediction and analysis for the Men's semi-finals.

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Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

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Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships.

Today's episode, we talk about the singles and doubles semi-finals, mixed doubles final and all the action from day 10.

We are joined by podcast host, journalist, and former CNN sports anchor Candy Reid.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to provide you with insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the day.

Episode Highlights:-

Dan reflecting on Gaby and Erin's 2025 Wimbledon.

Bencic making the Wimbledon semi-finals just over a year after giving birth

Cobolli's incredible run and Wimbledon.

Sinner does not seem to be affected despite heavy elbow strapping.

Preview for both the men's and women's singles semi-finals.

Preview for both the men's and women's doubles semi-finals

Preview for the mixed final.

Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times!

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Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to provide you with insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the day.

Episode Highlights:-

Talking about the heartbreaking moment Grigor Dimitrov had to go off the court due to injury for the 5th Grand Slam in a row.

Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe making it into the Quarter Finals at Wimbledon.

The emotions of Cobolli's team when making it into the next round.

Preview of today's matches with what to look out for.

As well as a breakdown of wheelchair tennis with it starting today and the main rivals for men's, women's and doubles.

Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times!

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Mentioned in this episode:

Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships, joined by special guests from the world of tennis.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to provide you with insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the tournament.

Today, Dan is joined by Tom Linley, a hitting partner at Wimbledon this year. Hitting with players such as Novak Djokovic, Grigor Dimitrov, Jakub Mensik, Elena Rybakina, and so many more.

Episode Highlights:-

Tom is talking about what it is like to train with ATP and WTA players whilst at the championships.

The conditions and the realities of being a hitting partner at Wimbledon.

The biggest stories over the 1st week at Wimbledon.

Big matches to watch out for going forward

And ending with a Wimbledon celebrity quiz! 

Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times!

If you have any questions you'd like Dan or our guests to answer live on the episode, please send them through any of our social media channels, sure to get back to you!

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Thanks for listening!

Control The Controllables.

Mentioned in this episode:

Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to provide you with insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the day.

Today, Dan is joined by Erin Routliffe's coach and head coach of Penn State's tennis program, Bruce Lipka.

Episode Highlights:-

Cultural differences play a role in how players adapt to international tournaments.

More seeded players falling.

Oliver Tarvet's debut on Centre Court and Emma Radacanu beating the 2023 Wimbledon Champion in straight sets.

Coaches have a crucial role in developing players both on and off the court.

College tennis is becoming a legitimate pathway to professional tennis careers.

Celebrity sightings at major tournaments can add excitement to the event.

The mental aspect of tennis is as important as the physical side.

Players need to establish daily rituals to maintain consistency while travelling.

Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times!

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Thanks for listening!

Mentioned in this episode:

Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to give you insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the day.

In our Day 1 Recap, Dan is joined by the coach of Elmer Moller and Holmgren and Denmark´s Davis Cup captain, Freddie Nielsen.

And Top S&C Coach Kieron Vorster who has worked with Liam Broady, Dan Evans, Tim Henman and Wayne Ferreira.

Episode Highlights:-

• Is tournaments such as Halle, Eastobourne good preparation for Wimbledon
• Why are so many seeded players going out in round 1
• Freddie’s player August Holmgren progressing to Round 2 after a straight sets victory
• Matches to watch out for on Day 3

Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times!

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Thanks for listening!

Mentioned in this episode:

Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our CTC LIVE series is back for Wimbledon 2025! Dan will be rounding up all the action from the Championships.

These are shorter episodes that we´ll bring you throughout the tournament to give you insights and a round-up of the biggest talking points of the day.

In our Day 1 Recap, Dan is joined by the coach of Elmer Moller and Holmgren and Denmark´s Davis Cup captain, Freddie Nielsen.

Episode Highlights:-

• Men´s seeds Holger Rune, Griekspoor, Medvedev and more who are already out.
• How are the players coping with the Wimbledon weather.
• Freddie reflects on Elmer Moller's Wimbledon debut against Francis Tiafoe
• British players including Sonay Kartal, Oliver Tarvet and Billy Harris who are through to round 2.

Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times!

CTC Instagram: www.instagram.com/ctc.podcast

CTC Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@controlthecontrollables

CTC X: www.x.com/ctc__podcast

Thanks for listening!

Mentioned in this episode:

Train Smarter Anywhere: Strength & Conditioning for Tennis Players On the Go 🎾

For players who don’t always have access to in-person coaching, progress doesn’t have to stop.

TennisAthlete

Our favourite Grand Slam here at Control the Controllables is underway! Our panellists are back to chat through everything we can expect from Wimbledon 2025.

Dan went live on YouTube from SW19 for this year´s Wimbledon Preview episode. You can listen to everything they discussed, including which players to watch out for, predictions to pick up the titles and their potential popcorn match-ups. 🍿.

Joining CTC Host Dan Kiernan on our Live Preview was:-

• Denmark´s Davis Cup Captain and 2012 Wimbledon Doubles Champion, Freddie Nielsen
• Top S&C Coach Kieron Vorster who has worked with Liam Broady, Dan Evans, Tim Henman and Wayne Ferreira.

Head to our CTC YouTube channel and hit Subscribe to listen to Dan´s LIVE updates from Wimbledon over the next fortnight.

And follow us on Instagram to watch what Dan and CTC Producer Harry are up to during the tournament.