Once upon a time, American tennis ruled the world—McEnroe was yelling, Connors was winning, and Sampras had the smoothest serve this side of Wimbledon. Now? Let’s just say… pickleball might be giving tennis a run for its money.

In this nostalgic and thought-provoking episode of Just Wondering, legendary broadcaster Norm Hitzges dives deep into “The Decline of American Tennis.” From the glory days of packed stadiums and national pride to today’s dwindling spotlight, Norm breaks down how—and why—tennis slipped from the American sports throne.

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Whether you miss the golden era or just want to know why your kids couldn’t name a current American tennis star if you bribed them, this episode serves up insight with a side of wit and wisdom. 🎧

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⏱️ CHAPTERS:

0:00 – The Decline of Tennis Prominence and Retirement Planning

2:13 – The Evolution of American Sports Popularity

4:39 – America’s Vanishing Act in Major Tennis Titles

7:03 – Why Tennis Isn’t What It Used to Be

8:59 – Bob’s Steakhouse Legacy (Yes, Really!)

9:51 – “Just Wondering”: A Dallas Tradition with Norm Hitzges

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