Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Tuesday’s Men’s R16 action + Women’s QF matches at the 2024 Miami Open. He looks at the continued consistency of Zverev, a big week for Azarenka, plus so much more!!
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Episode Bookmarks:
Miami Open MS R16 recap - 6:00
Rybakina/Sakkari - 25:08
Azarenka/Putinseva - 28:00
ATP Challengers - 31:43

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"The Mini-Break" is a daily podcast that brings you the latest news and analysis from the world of tennis. Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin, this podcast covers the biggest storylines, results, and controversies from both college and professional tennis.
Each episode features in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the latest happenings in the world of tennis, as well as interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. From top players and coaches to analysts and brand leaders, "The Mini-Break" offers a unique and comprehensive look at the world of tennis. Tune in each day for the latest news and insights!

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Tennis.com Lead Editor David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to breakdown the current race for WTA #1, offer their thoughts on Championship Weekend in Madrid, plus so much more!!
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Episode Bookmarks:
WTA Madrid - 3:10
Sabalenka - 3:45
Who’s the current World #1 - 15:18
Świątek vs. Sabalenka Final - 30:53
ATP Madrid - 46:31
Who has the most to gain - 47:14
Rublev Resurgence - 54:28
ATP Madrid SFs - 57:37

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Resume Check ft. David Kane

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin breaks down Wednesday’s Singles action in Madrid. He offers his thoughts on the exits of Alcaraz and Sinner, sets up a blockbuster WTA Madrid SF Round, plus so much more!!
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Episode Bookmarks:
ATP Madrid - 5:15
Alcaraz + Sinner Eliminated - 5:21
Fritz knocks off Cerundolo - 14:50
WTA Madrid - 17:54
Power Tennis prevails again - 17:57
ATP Challengers + WTA 125Ks - 24:10

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Brief But Frisky

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on week one of the WTA 1000-level action in Madrid. He looks at a surging Swiatek, breaks down what makes Mirra Andreeva successful on court, plus so much more!!
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Episode Bookmarks:
Swiatek offers her response - 5:18
Mirra Andreeva: The Real Deal - 10:46
Sabalenka continues to survive - 15:34
Power Tennis shines: Rybakina + Keys - 20:06
Other Notable Takeaways - 28:11
 
 WTA 125K Updates - 34:11

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WTA Madrid Update

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Week 1 of the ATP 1000-Level action in Madrid. He breaks down Rafa's run to the Round of 16, resurgent weeks from Rublev and Fritz, one of those Cerundolo weeks, and so much more!!
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Episode Bookmarks:
Reaction to Rafa’s run - 6:45
One of THOSE Cerundolo weeks - 21:11
Welcome back: Rublev + Fritz - 31:52
Sinner, Alcaraz, Medvedev keep rolling - 38:04
Other notable results from the week - 48:18
ATP Challenger Tour Updates - 52:36

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ATP Madrid Update

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin shares his thoughts on the 2024 WTA and ATP Madrid Draws. He breaks down the first few days of action, offers his predictions, and so much more!!
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The Business End of Miami

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