Australian tennis star Daria Saville joins Brett Thomas on the Tennis Mini to review round two in New York. She’s not surprised about Jelena Ostapenko’s fiery end to her match with Taylor Townsend. Can Daria Kasatkina continue her hot form? Iga Swiatek’s reaction to bizarre press conference questions. And what’s the funny smell that bothered Casper Ruud? 

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There’s no time for rest in the city that never sleeps. The US Open is in full swing and Aussie tennis star Daria Saville, and comedian, Host of the Last Leg and Tennis Australia’s Minister for Every Body, Adam Hills, join Brie and Xave to dissect the big stories to come out of the Big Apple. The panel reacts to Medvedev’s first round crash out against Bonzi, the Aussies making waves at Flushing Meadows, and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement infiltrating the tennis world. Plus, we discuss Sharapova and the Bryan brothers being inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame and see who’s leading the US Open Fantasy Draft.

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The photographer who caused chaos during Daniil Medvedev’s match, gatecrashes our podcast. Brett Thomas and Anthony Morabito discuss the standout matches at the First Round of the US Open. Alexandra Eala's historic win for the Philippines as other bolters from outside the big tennis nations make their mark. Coco Gauff survives a three-set scare. Stocks up or down, on Carlos Alcaraz buzz cut, Venus Williams wildcard and Frances Tiafoe’s wardrobe?  

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US Open Fan Week has kicked off following a hot week in Cincinnati. Brie and Xave are joined by Aussie tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis and Australian Open head ballkid supervisor Stevie Bishop to break down the biggest headlines coming out of the North American swing. Our panel reacts to Sinner sick during the Cincinnati final against Alcaraz, Errani and Vavassori defending their US Open mixed doubles title against a stacked field, and Swiatek's rise back to world No.2. Plus, the Fantasy Draft returns just in time for New York and Stevie gives us a glimpse into the new Ballkids documentary.

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Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley and Jaimee Fourlis join Brie and Xave to talk all things tennis and some of the big plans in place for AO 2026. With Cincinnati underway, the panel is joined by Aussie star Ellen Perez who discusses all the happenings at the 1000 event. Craig shares his thoughts on one of the biggest topics facing tennis: the scheduling for the players. The panel also reacts to Victoria Mboko's historic triumph in Montreal, Venus Williams getting her own Barbie doll, and the latest addition to the Nadal family, baby Miquel.

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Big titles are up for grabs in Canada, with local teenager Victoria Mboko to face a resurgent Naomi Osaka in the Montreal final. Meanwhile at Toronto, the absence of Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic has left the door open for 11th seed Karen Khachanov, who's locked in a showdown with in-form American Ben Shelton. Experts Daria Saville, Simon Rea and Matt Trollope join Xave to discuss all the big stories from north of the American border before the tours move to the US. Novak Djokovic is rolling the dice by skipping the lead-in tournaments to the US Open — the panel debates whether the gamble will pay off in his bid for a record 25th major title. Plus, we celebrate some recent successes for The Tennis family including Australian TV Week Logie Awards for Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic.

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The Sit-Down with Daria & Luke Saville (2024)

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Alex de Minaur has claimed his 10th career title at Washington after saving three championship points against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Xave is joined by guest co-host Jaimee Fourlis, along with Luke Saville and Storm Hunter who dissect Demon’s monumental achievement and his career potential. The panel reacts to Eugenie Bouchard’s retirement, Taylor Townsend’s rise to WTA Doubles world No.1, and Chris O’Connell's triumph over Stefanos Tsitsipas at Toronto. Fellow Aussie Tristan Schoolkate’s maiden top-50 win against Joao Fonseca opens up a discussion about iconic upsets by Aussie players. Plus, can you guess the tennis players in our latest instalment of Musical Who Am I?

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45-year-old Venus Williams has made her comeback at Washington, becoming the second oldest player to win a singles match at WTA Tour level — Aussie star Daria Saville and guest presenter, Louis Hanson, join Brie and Xave to dissect the seven-time Grand Slam champion's return to the sport after her 16-month break. The panel also discusses Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal's reunion in Mallorca, Carlos Alcaraz taking a well-deserved rest and the importance of taking time off and shares an update on Stefanos Tstisipas’ coaching split. Plus, Dasha answers your burning questions and Brie unveils her new Top 5, Smash or Pass(ing) Shot.

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Wimbledon has heralded two new champions! Iga Swiatek produced a flawless performance against first-time Grand Slam finalist Amanda Anisimova, while Jannik Sinner avenged his loss to Roland Garros champion Carlos Alcaraz to claim his first grasscourt major title. Aussie star Jaimee Fourlis and WTA coach Luke Saville join Brie and Xave to recap the Wimbledon finals and analyse the best championship point celebrations from Wimbledon folklore. The panel takes a look at the Grand Slam tally and predicts who could join the list, and reacts to news that Alexander Zverev has been training with Toni Nadal. Plus, Todd Woodbridge and Duncan McKenzie-McHarg join us court side from The Championships and Brie shares the best moments from the prestigious Royal Box over the years.

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We’re one step closer to crowning the 2025 Wimbledon champions. Will Alcaraz lift his third consecutive trophy, or will Novak match Federer’s record of eight Wimbledon titles? Can Belinda Bencic or Amanda Anisimova stop Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals? Aussie star Daria Saville and 2005 Wimbledon Men’s Doubles Champion Stephen Huss join Brie and Xave to pick their contenders for the major and break down the biggest stories to come out of the Championships. The panel also reacts to Goran Ivanisevic’s comments about Stefanos Tsitsipas, Mirra Andreeva’s fan girl moment, and get Dasha’s insight into the mental health crisis emerging from the tours. Plus, our on-court fashion police rate some of the looks from the All England Club and see how the teams are faring in the Wimbledon Fantasy Draft.

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