Match Point Canada

Match Point Canada

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Match Point Canada episodes

  • Episode 13 - Bianca Andreescu's finals run in Miami and Brett Connors


    Bianca Andreescu reached the fifth final of her career, falling in the title match in Miami to Ash Barty.

    We recap the terrific run from Andreescu, and what lies ahead on the clay.

    Brett Connors, co-host of Advantage Connors podcast, and son to the legendary Jimmy Connors joins us to discuss some tennis, betting on Bianca, and his life and career.

    We also look back at the men's field and a first Masters 1000 crown from Hubert Hurkacz.

    All of that and more on our latest episode of Match Point Canada!

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    56 min
  • Episode 12 - Noah Rubin and the 2021 Miami Open


    He's a former Wimbledon junior singles champion and current ATP pro.


    American Noah Rubin is a guest on this week's Match Point Canada as he discusses some great moments of his career and also gives insight into his Behind the Racquet platform.


    We talk all things Miami Open as Canadian Bianca Andreescu produces her biggest win of the season and we head into the second week of action.


    All of that and much more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada!

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    58 min
  • Episode 11 - Leylah Fernandez's maiden title and journalist George Bellshaw


    Canadian Leylah Fernandez earned her maiden WTA title at the Monterrey Open from Mexico!

    We recap the incredible week and achievement from the 18 year-old, as she continues to rapidly rise in the WTA rankings, and also take a look at the women's field in Miami.

    Guest George Bellshaw of Metro UK also joins the program to look back at the men's action from Dubai, chime in on a best of 5 debate, examine what to expect from the Miami Open, and give his take on Canadians Denis Shapovalov and Felix Auger Aliassime.


    Enjoy!

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    53 min
  • Episode 10 - Daniela Hantuchova

    She was a former world number five, a four time grand slam champion in mixed doubles, and a two time winner at Indian Wells.

    Tennis star Daniela Hantuchova joins on this week's episode of Match Point Canada, as we discuss her new Real DNA Podcast, moments in her terrific career, and some of the players she loves watching.

    We also go in depth on Genie Bouchard's run to the finals in Guadalajara, Mexico, the return of Roger Federer, action in Dubai, and much more.


    Enjoy!

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    58 min
  • Episode 9 - Rob Steckley and Dave Seminara


    He's been a coach to great players like Lucie Safarova, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Denis Shapovalov and many more.

    Former Canadian player and coach Rob Steckley joins us on this week's episode of Match Point Canada, as we analyze his approach to the art of coaching and how he connects with players. We also gain insight on some of the young Canadian talents, including Shapovalov, who he has worked with directly.

    We also speak to freelance journalist Dave Seminara, author of the new book 'Footsteps of Federer: A Fan's Pilgrimage Across 7 Swiss Cantons in 10 Acts'.

    Seminara discusses his travelogue of Roger Federer, and his impact in Switzerland.

    Enjoy!


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    1 hr 23 min
  • Episode 8 - Australian Open recap with Courtney Nguyen


    Our first grand slam of the tennis season is now in the books! The 2021 Australian Open has come and gone, with Naomi Osaka and Novak Djokovic both capturing singles majors Down Under.

    To recap all of the action from the women's side, we're joined by premiere journalist and WTA Insider Courtney Nguyen, as we delve into Naomi Osaka's rapid ascent, what unfolded these past two weeks, play from the Canadians, and much more.


    We also look back at a record ninth title in Melbourne from Novak Djokovic, the Big 3 stranglehold in men's tennis, and some of our favourite performances.


    Enjoy!

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    50 min
  • Episode 7 - Tumaini Carayol and Sharon Fichman

    We are through one week of action from the Australian Open in Melbourne.


    Tumaini Carayol, journalist for The Guardian, joins us this week on Match Point Canada to recap all the action from the first grand slam of the season.


    We also speak with Canadian tennis player Sharon Fichman, who has reached the quarterfinals of the event in doubles!


    Enjoy.

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    57 min
  • Leylah Fernandez from the Australian Open

    Leylah Fernandez is still alive in doubles from the Australian Open, and is looking poised for a great 2021.


    Mike McIntyre catches up with Fernandez from Melbourne.


    Enjoy!

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    10 min
  • Episode 6 - Aus Open Preview with Tom Tebbutt and Michael Downey

    Veteran, legendary tennis journalist Tom Tebbutt joins us on this week's episode of Match Point Canada as he discusses his retirement the sport, great memories from covering grand slams, and what to expect at the Australian Open.


    We are also joined by Tennis Canada President Michael Downey, who updates us on the Rogers Cup rebrand to the National Bank Open!


    Enjoy.

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    49 min
  • Rebecca Marino from the Australian Open

    Rebecca Marino won her first match at a major in 9 years and 7 months, defeating Kimberly Birrell in round one of the Australian Open.


    Mike of Match Point Canada catches up with her after the victory.

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    10 min

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