Match Point Canada

She's an esteemed tennis journalist who does work for Tennis Connected, ESPN, and the Tennis Channel Podcast Network.

Amy Lundy Dahl returns to Match Point Canada this week as she and Ben dissect some of the action unfolding through the Miami Open, and which players are standing out so far in both the men's and women's fields.

We also forecast the clay court swing which lies ahead.

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He captured 10 singles title on the ATP tour and reached a career high ranking of number four, is a successful author, tennis commentator, and also tournament director of the Miami Open.

American James Blake returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss his important role at the Miami Open, challenges of being a tournament director, the inspiration behind his tennis book 'Breaking Back', and much more.

Meantime, Carlos Alcaraz captured his first title of 2024 with a huge victory at Indian Wells, while Iga Swiatek won her second BNP Paribas Open.

We recap all the action from Tennis Paradise.

All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC!

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She's a former top 30 player, US Open quarterfinalist, represented Canada twice at the Olympics, multiple times at Fed Cup, and is a member of the Tennis Canada Hall of Fame!

Tennis icon Patricia Hy-Boulais joins Match Point Canada this week to reflect on her professional career, discuss her recent coaching partnership and work with Rebecca Marino, and also share her harrowing and incredible journey of perseverance from Cambodia to Hong Kong to Canada.

Meantime, plenty of tennis action is on the go!

Content creator Philip Fama steps in as a guest co-host this week as we break down Acapulco and Dubai, the Netflix Slam, San Diego Open, and preview some of the matchups ahead at Indian Wells.

Tennis Canada also unveils a new long term mental health strategy - Natalie Durand-Bush and Mikaela Papich join Ben to discuss the important of the new initiative.

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He's one of our longest tenured guests on Match Point Canada!

Long-time New York Times columnist, and author of the best-selling novel 'The Master', Christopher Clarey returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss the latest in tennis action.

He's set to cover the San Diego Open this week where Marina Stakusic debuts her 2024 season, a new book on Rafael Nadal is in the works, and he also recently touched based with Leylah Fernandez.

Meantime, Jasmine Paolini surprised with a big title in Dubai, we discuss lost art of the one handed backhand, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov are on court this week, and we reveal the winner of our signed Milos Raonic tennis ball!

All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC.

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She's one of the most exciting personalities covering our sport today!

Tennis host Blair Henley is our guest on this week's episode of Match Point Canada, as she breaks down the thrilling action the past two weeks in North America at the Delray Beach Open and Dallas Open.

We discuss Tommy Paul's rise, the state of American tennis, and storylines to follow as the Sunshine Double is upcoming.

Meantime, Jannik Sinner maintained his perfect season by winning Rotterdam, Leylah Fernandez did some damage in Doha, and Dubai is underway this week.

We are also joined by Senior Director of Facilities, Anita Comella to discuss Tennis Canada's Covered Courts initiative.

Plus, a signed Milos Raonic tennis ball could be yours!

All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC.

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She's reached a career high doubles ranking of 21, played in the WTA Finals just three seasons ago, and has won four WTA double titles!

Canadian Sharon Fichman joins Match Point Canada to catch up on what's kept her busy of late, including work with junior high performance players, experiences in broadcasting Canada's Billie Jean King Cup title, and some of the top memories on court in her career.

Meantime, there's been plenty of February tennis action on the tours.

We break down Abu Dhabi, lookahead at the WTA1000 in Qatar, and discuss what to expect on the men's side in Rotterdam.

Plus, who's the most 'underrated' player on the ATP?

We discuss all of that and much more on our latest episode of MPC!

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They are through to the Finals Group Stage!

Team Canada presented by Sobey's delivered at IGA Stadium, securing a 3-1 win over Korea in their qualifier to advance to the next stage of Davis Cup.

We recap all the action that took place on site from Montreal, and explain why Gabriel Diallo was MVP of the weekend.

Meantime, former Canadian tennis player Philip Bester joins the podcast to discuss his new role, coaching four-time grand slam winner Naomi Osaka!

All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC.

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Davis Cup makes its return to Montreal this weekend!

24-year-old Alexis Galarneau gets set to compete again for Canada as they take on Korea this Friday and Saturday from IGA Stadium.

Mike McIntyre catches up with the native of Laval about his experiences growing up playing not far from the stadium, the opportunity to again represent his nation, and his goals and schedule for the 2024 season.

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Our first grand slam of the tennis calendar is now in the books!

The 2024 Australian Open has come and gone, and host and commentator Nick McCarvel joins us from Melbourne to recap all of the action that unfolded in Melbourne.

We discuss the maiden grand slam win from Jannik Sinner, how Aryna Sabalenka was able to dominate the women's field, the future for Zheng Qinwen, and also peak ahead to Canada's Davis Cup tie this weekend in Montreal.

All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC!

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He's a former pro tennis player, and has coached the likes of stars Lucie Safarova, Denis Shapovalov, and Yulia Putintseva.

One of our favourites of the podcast Rob Steckley returns to Match Point Canada this week, and offers insights and perspectives on coaching at a major, helping players realize their potential, the challenge of getting a message across, and maintaining composure in pressure moments.

Meantime, we're through our first week in Melbourne at the 2024 Australian Open.

We break down the results so far and who's looked strongest Down Under!

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