The 2022 Australian Open has wrapped up with Ashleigh Barty winning the women’s singles title over Danielle Collins 6–3, 7–6(2), and Rafael Nadal winning the men’s singles title over Daniil Medvedev 2–6, 6–7(5), 6–4, 6–4, 7–5. In this episode, Brian and Josh discuss the finals of the women’s and men’s singles championships, and share sport psychology themes that emerged from the champions, Ashleigh Barty and Rafael Nadal.   

Ashleigh Barty’s interview transcript after the championship match: http://www.asapsports.com/show_interview.php?id=172610   

Danielle Collins’ interview transcript after the championship match: http://www.asapsports.com/show_interview.php?id=172611   

Rafael Nadal’s interview transcript after the championship match: http://www.asapsports.com/show_interview.php?id=172605   

Daniil Medvedev’s interview transcript after the championship match: http://www.asapsports.com/show_interview.php?id=172606

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