In today´s episode we´re bringing you the 3rd edition of our CTC Real series, delving into the real side of tennis.

Host Dan Kiernan discusses the biggest stories in tennis in the past week including:-

• Janik Sinner's controversial 3-month ban for doping
• The changes to the mixed doubles event at the US Open
• Stefan Vukov´s (former long-term coach to Elina Rybakina) suspension from the WTA tour.

ATP Doubles Coach Calvin Betton joins Dan to give his take on what the new mixed doubles format at Flushing Meadows means for doubles players and the sport as a whole. Meanwhile Irish Coach Pete Bothwell shares some humorous and challenging stories from his time on the Futures Tour.

Dan also rounds up all the action from the NCAA Indoor Championships, plus more players to watch for 2025.

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