2025 Roland Garros is upon us!

Commentator Nick Lester joins Ben to breakdown the Carlos Alcaraz/Jannik Sinner rivalry and his thoughts ahead of the French Open.

Ben and Mike dissect both the men's and women's draws, highlighting popcorn matches, darkhorses, and the path ahead for all of the Canadians!

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On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, we're happy to welcome New York Times best-selling author Christopher Clarey back to the show!

Clarey has just released his latest book entitled 'The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and his Kingdom of Clay' and Mike speaks in depth with him on the novel and story arc.

Meanwhile, Rome Open action continues!

Ben and Mike break down a strong string of wins from Bianca Andreescu and Victoria Mboko, the struggles of Iga Swiatek, why Jannik Sinner could be a contender at the French Open, and much more.

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Casper Ruud captured his first career Masters 1000 title in Madrid, overcoming Jack Draper in the finals!

Ben welcomes Vansh Vermani of the TennisOne app to break down Ruud's big title, Draper's recent surge in form, other top players on clay, and what to expect from Jannik Sinner in Rome.

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She's a US Open champion, WTA Finals winner, and reached the world No. 1 in the rankings in doubles!

Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss her rise to the top of the game, playing with a target on her back, her admiration of partner Gaby Dabrowski, who was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, and goals for the season and beyond.

Hosts Ben and Mike share big podcast news as they move independent for 2025 and ask for your support.

We also break down all of the Madrid Open action on the ATP and WTA side.

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Francoise Abanda is set to make a comeback!

After years away from the tour, the former world No. 117 is now preparing to return to the WTA circuit. The Montreal native talks with Mike about her time off, decision to get back in action, best tennis memories, and what she still hopes to achieve.

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Tennis host and commentator Blair Henley joins Ben and Mike to chat all things clay court swing as we tackle the latest storylines around the tennis world, a big win from Carlos Alcaraz in Monte Carlo, and upcoming action at the WTA1000 in Stuttgart.

We also look back at a tough exit for Canada at the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers in Tokyo, Japan.

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Canadian Ariana Arseneault is preparing for her Billie Jean King Cup debut!

The 22-year-old catches up with host Mike McIntyre ahead of Canada's BJK Cup qualifiers this weekend in Tokyo, Japan.

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Stephen of The Slice joins Ben and Mike for a recap of the Miami Open that featured big titles from Jakub Mensik and Aryna Sabalenka!

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Former Canadian tennis player, commentator, and coach Sharon Fichman returns to Match Point Canada this week!

The four-time WTA doubles titlist discusses her decision around retirement, passion for coaching, and also discusses some top Canadian prospects and what makes Victoria Mboko great.

Hosts Ben and Mike also break down the latest action and surprises across the Miami Open!

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The 2025 BNP Paribas Open has officially wrapped!

Ben Robinson of the Game To Love podcast joins Ben to recap historic titles from Jack Draper and Mirra Andreeva as the two look back at a fantastic two weeks from Indian Wells.

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