Episodes

  • Ep 25: Rome Masters 1000 Mid-Tournament Review - Djokovic Return Cut Short as Jodar Makes History plus Sabalenka Collapses as Women Seeds Shine
    May 15 2026

    The Rome Masters has been turned on its head and the boys are here to make sense of the carnage. We break down a wild week at the Foro Italico where seeds have been falling like dominoes and the next generation is making its loudest statement yet.

    On the men's side, the draw has been blown wide open. Novak Djokovic — back from two months out with a shoulder injury — falls to qualifier Dino Prizmic in his first clay match back, confirming he'll head straight to Paris with zero clay wins in 2026. FAA, Mensik, Fonseca, Shelton and Fils are also all gone, with the latter retiring injured. The boys discuss what's left standing and whether Sinner — yet to drop a set — is just going to stroll to another title.

    The story of the tournament though is 19-year-old Rafa Jodar, who has become the first teenager to reach the Rome quarter-finals since Djokovic in 2007. The boys debate whether the hype is now impossible to ignore after a run that includes wins in Marrakech, a semi-final in Barcelona and back-to-back Masters quarter-finals.

    On the women's side, world No. 1 Sabalenka dramatically collapses from a set and 2-0 up to lose to 36-year-old Sorana Cirstea — in what is her final season on tour and her first ever win over a world No. 1 in 20 years of trying. Defending champion Paolini also falls on home soil, while Swiatek quietly looks like her old self and Pegula has been a model of consistency all week.

    Plus a special edition of Battle of the Spuds — Scattergories - Can you name every Mens Grand Slam Player in the Open Era? Vargos and Chrissy P give it a try

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Ep 24 - The Lost Recording - How One Closed Browser Almost Derailed The Funniest Talkn Tennis Episode
    May 11 2026

    Sinner did it again. The boys are back to wrap up a dominant Madrid Masters and ask the question nobody seems to have an answer to can anyone actually stop Jannik Sinner?

    Sinner dismantled Zverev 6-1, 6-2 in under an hour to claim his fifth straight Masters 1000 title and fourth of 2026, with the German now on a nine-match losing streak against the world number one. The Guys break down just how complete Sinner's tennis is right now and whether Rome is already a foregone conclusion.

    On the women's side, Marta Kostyuk claims her first ever Masters 1000 title, defeating Mirra Andreeva in straight sets — her second tournament win in as many weeks. The boys debate whether Kostyuk has quietly emerged as a genuine Roland Garros threat alongside the Big 2. And a shoutout to Anastasia Potapova, whose fairytale run ends at the semis — only to find out she still needs to qualify for Rome.

    Then it's eyes on the Eternal City. Sinner arrives in Rome chasing history — the final piece of a Career Golden Masters — with only Novak Djokovic standing in his way. The boys break down the draw, flag the mouth-watering first-round clashes, and make their outside picks for the title.

    Plus ATP Fantasy Buy & Sell updates, the Rome Masters Quiz, and the usual chaos.

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Ep 23 - Can Anyone Stop Sinner? | Jodar The Next Big Thing | Potapova the Luckiest of Losers | Swiatek + Bad Tacos = Out | Madrid Masters 1000 Review & Predictions
    May 1 2026

    The Madrid Masters is heating up and the boys are back to break it all down. Adam, Chris and Adrian (recovering from a very unfortunate shrimp taco incident) dive deep into the chaos unfolding at the Mutua Madrid Open.

    On the men's side, Jannik Sinner marches into the semis after dispatching 19-year-old Spanish sensation Rafa Jodar, who has been the undeniable story of the tournament — taking out Joao Fonseca and reaching the quarter-finals of his hometown Masters event. Is the hype real? The boys weigh in. Plus, Alex de Minaur exits in straight sets and Adrian has some thoughts.

    On the women's side, it's been an upset-fest unlike anything seen on the WTA tour in 2026. Anastasia Potapova has pulled off one of the great underdog runs in recent memory — entering as a lucky loser after losing in qualifying, then knocking off World No. 2 Elena Rybakina to become the first lucky loser in WTA-1000 history to reach a semi-final. Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka is out after an epic three-set battle, and Iga Swiatek's tournament ended in tears — courtesy of those infamous bad tacos that have wreaked havoc across the draw.

    The guys also revisit their predictions, check in on the ATP Fantasy standings, and wrap up with the usual chaos in Question Time and Battle of the Spuds.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Ep 22 – Madrid Masters Preview: Sinner Dominance, Alcaraz & Djokovic Withdraw + Shelton & Fils Shine
    Apr 24 2026

    The clay swing is heating up 🔥 and we’re diving straight into the Madrid Masters!

    In Episode 22 of the Talkn Tennis Podcast, we break down a huge week across the tours. Rising stars continue to make waves with Arthur Fils claiming the Barcelona title and Ben Shelton storming to victory in Munich, while Elena Rybakina returns to winning ways in Stuttgart.

    We then shift our focus to Madrid, where the draw has been shaken up with major withdrawals including Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Jack Draper. With Jannik Sinner chasing a fourth straight Masters 1000 title, the question is simple — can anyone stop him?

    On the WTA side, Aryna Sabalenka headlines a stacked field as she looks to defend her crown, with plenty of contenders ready to challenge.

    Plus, we run through ATP Fantasy updates, fan questions, and the return of your favourite segments: Battle of the Spuds and Who Am I?

    🎾 Big results

    🔥 Bold predictions

    😂 Usual chaos

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Ep 21 - Sinner Stuns Alcaraz in Monte Carlo Final | World No.1 Shake-Up, Barcelona & Munich Preview
    Apr 17 2026
    📝 Episode Description

    In Episode 21 of Talkn Tennis, we break down a massive week on the ATP Tour as Jannik Sinner takes down Carlos Alcaraz in a blockbuster Monte Carlo final to reclaim World No.1.

    We dive into the biggest storylines from Monaco, preview a stacked week ahead on clay, and bring back fan-favourite segments including ATP Fantasy, Question Time, and Battle of the Spuds.

    🔥 Monte Carlo Masters Recap
    • Sinner’s statement win over Alcaraz in the final
    • The World No.1 ranking changes hands
    • Sinner joins elite company with the Sunshine Double + Monte Carlo run
    • Alcaraz hits 300 career wins
    • Alexander Zverev still can’t solve Sinner
    • Breakout run from wildcard Valentin Vacherot
    • Alex de Minaur shows strong clay form

    🎾 Tournaments This Week

    Barcelona ATP 500

    • Alcaraz headlines the field
    • Opportunity opens with key withdrawals

    Munich ATP 500

    • Zverev leads a stacked draw
    • Big names missing through injury/illness

    Stuttgart WTA 500

    • Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and a loaded field

    🎮 ATP Fantasy Update
    • Talkn Tennis League check-in (58 teams strong!)
    • Our picks for the clay swing

    Question Time
    • Can anyone stop Sinner & Alcaraz on clay?
    • “Ghosting” in tennis… fair play or out of line?

    🥔 Battle of the Spuds + Who Am I
    • Scores locked at 5–5 as the rivalry heats up

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Ep 20 - Sinner and Sabalenka Dominate Miami, Monte Carlo 1000 Masters Preview and The Launch of ATP Fantasy
    Apr 1 2026

    Welcome back to Talkn Tennis — your weekly tennis fix as we wrap up an unforgettable Miami Open and gear up for the start of the clay-court season 🌴➡️🧱

    In this Birthday Edition, the boys break down a historic fortnight where both Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka completed the rare Sunshine Double, dominating Indian Wells and Miami in style.

    We also dive into the launch of ATP Fantasy, explaining how it works, our early picks, and how you can join our listener league.

    🔥 What We Cover:🏆 Miami Open Recap
    • Sabalenka vs Gauff Final – Sabalenka claims back-to-back Miami titles
    • Sunshine Double history & where Sabalenka now ranks among legends
    • Sinner’s dominance continues with a flawless Miami run
    • First-ever men’s Sunshine Double without dropping a set
    • Lehecka’s breakthrough & semi-final storylines

    📈 Rankings Revisited – Buy/Sell Update
    • Who’s winning the 2026 Buy/Sell battle so far
    • Biggest movers: Fils, Fonseca, Báez & more
    • Early-season surprises & disappointments

    🎮 ATP Fantasy Launch
    • How the new ATP Fantasy format works
    • Scoring system explained
    • Our first draft picks for the clay season
    • Join the Talkn Tennis listener league

    🧱 Monte Carlo Masters Preview
    • Clay season officially begins in Monte Carlo 🇲🇨
    • Djokovic withdraws + key absences (Fritz, Rune, Shelton, Paul)
    • Can Alcaraz defend his title?
    • Sinner closing in on World No.1 👀
    • Wildcards including Monfils, Wawrinka & Berrettini

    🔍 Clay Court Specialists to Watch
    • Casper Ruud
    • Francisco Cerúndolo
    • Lorenzo Musetti
    • Sebastián Báez
    • Jasmine Paolini

    🌍 Tournaments This Week
    • Houston
    • Marrakech
    • Bucharest
    • Charleston & Bogotá (WTA)

    🎲 Fan-Favourite Segments
    • Battle of the Spuds 🥔
    • Who Am I? – Monte Carlo Edition

    🎤 Plus:
    • Listener shoutouts & rivalries heating up
    • Classic Talkn Tennis chaos
    • Plenty of questionable takes

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    Disclaimer: Chris’ bold claim that he’d pay $100 to anyone who beats him in ATP Fantasy was, in fact, an April Fool’s joke… and unfortunately (or fortunately for Chris), it will not be honoured.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Ep 19 - Miami Chaos: Alcaraz Shock Loss, De Minaur Struggles & Semi-Final Showdowns
    Mar 26 2026
    🎾 Miami Chaos, Shock Upsets & Semi-Final Showdowns

    Welcome back to Talkn Tennis as we hit crunch time at the Miami Open 2026. This week, the draw has been blown wide open with shock exits, breakout performances, and huge questions over some of the game’s biggest names.

    Adam, Chrissy P, and Vargos break it all down — from Carlos Alcaraz’s stunning loss to Sebastian Korda, to Alex de Minaur’s worrying dip in form, plus full previews of the ATP & WTA semi-finals.

    🔥 Key Topics🚨 Alcaraz SHOCK Exit
    • Sebastian Korda stuns Carlos Alcaraz in a 3-set thriller
    • Elite composure after losing control in the second set
    • Tactical masterclass: controlled aggression & net play
    • What’s going wrong for Alcaraz in Miami?

    🇦🇺 Is De Minaur in Trouble?
    • Straight-sets loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas (now 12–1 H2H)
    • Tsitsipas dominates behind serve (98% first serve points won 😳)
    • Early-season high → major drop-off in form
    • Is consistency becoming a serious issue?

    🚀 Arthur Fils Breakout Moment
    • Saves 4 match points vs Tommy Paul in an all-time thriller
    • Wins 6 straight points in the deciding tiebreak
    • First Masters 1000 semi-final
    • France’s next superstar?

    📈 Lehecka Ends the Fairytale
    • Jiri Lehecka stops Martin Landaluce’s dream run
    • Second Masters semi-final appearance
    • Landaluce emerges as a serious future threat

    🌟 Talia Gibson’s Dream Run Continues
    • From outside Top 100 → inside Top 60 in weeks
    • Multiple Top-20 wins across Indian Wells & Miami
    • Aussie breakout star of the 2026 season

    🔮 Miami Open Semi-Final Preview🎾 ATP Side
    • Tiafoe vs Sinner
    • Cerundolo vs Zverev
    • Lehecka vs Fils

    🎾 WTA Side
    • Gauff vs Muchova
    • Sabalenka vs Rybakina — potential rivalry of 2026

    🎲 Fan Favourites
    • Battle of the Spuds 🌍
    • Who Am I – Miami Edition
    • Listener shoutouts (Greg from Virginia 👀)

    🎧 Listen Now

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    We’ll catch you next week 🎾

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Ep 18 - Sinner and Sabelnka Triumph in Tennis Paradise & Miami Preview
    Mar 22 2026
    Episode DescriptionThis week on Talkn Tennis, the boys wrap up all the action from Indian Wells 2026 and look ahead to the next big stop on tour — Miami.We break down Jannik Sinner’s historic first Indian Wells title, capped off by a stunning straight-sets win over Daniil Medvedev, and discuss how he’s now joined Federer and Djokovic in an elite ATP Masters club. On the women’s side, Aryna Sabalenka finally conquered Tennis Paradise with a gutsy comeback win over Elena Rybakina in one of the matches of the tournament.The team also dives into the doubles results, the biggest headlines heading into Miami, including Novak Djokovic’s withdrawal, wildcard news for Venus Williams, and a few early predictions for who could make noise in Florida.Plus, the usual chaos, questionable takes, and a fresh round of Battle of the Spuds and Who Am I.In This EpisodeIndian Wells men’s final recap Jannik Sinner defeats Daniil Medvedev in two tight tiebreak sets to claim his first Indian Wells title.Sinner’s historic achievement Sinner wins the title without dropping a set and joins an exclusive club of players to win all six ATP Masters 1000 hard-court titles.Medvedev’s huge run A look at Medvedev’s shock semi-final win over Carlos Alcaraz and his impressive week in the desert.Indian Wells women’s final recap Aryna Sabalenka fights back from a set down to beat Elena Rybakina in a dramatic three-set thriller.Sabalenka breaks through Sabalenka wins her first Indian Wells title and ends her recent losing streak in finals against Rybakina.Doubles roundup The boys cover the standout results from the men’s, women’s and mixed doubles draws.Miami Open preview Early thoughts on the 2026 Miami tournament, defending champions, wildcard entries and players to watch.Big news heading into Miami Novak Djokovic withdraws with injury, Lorenzo Musetti is out, and Venus Williams returns with a wildcard 25 years after her Miami title.Dark horse picks The team each names one man and one woman they like heading into Miami.Battle of the Spuds / Who Am I Another round of the podcast’s favourite chaos.Key Talking PointsJannik Sinner wins Indian WellsSinner edged Medvedev 7-6(6), 7-6(4) in a serve-dominated final where neither player dropped serve. He didn’t face a single break point and produced an incredible comeback from 0-4 down in the second-set tiebreak, winning seven straight points to seal the title.A milestone victoryWith the win, Sinner claimed his first Indian Wells crown, did it without dropping a set, and joined Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic as the only men to win all six ATP Masters 1000 hard-court events.Sabalenka wins an epicAryna Sabalenka battled back from a set down to defeat Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6(6) in a gripping final. After falling behind early, Sabalenka found another gear and survived a dramatic deciding-set tiebreak to finally lift the trophy in the desert.Rybakina still risesDespite the loss, Rybakina’s run was huge, and her result is set to push her back up to World No. 2, while Sabalenka strengthens her grip on the World No. 1 ranking.Miami storylinesThe boys look ahead to Miami, where Jakub Menšík returns as defending men’s champion and Sabalenka as defending women’s champion. They also discuss Djokovic’s withdrawal, Musetti’s absence, Venus Williams’ wildcard, and Nick Kyrgios’ planned return in Stuttgart in June.Miami PicksAdrianMen: Ben SheltonWomen: Marta KostyukChrisMen: Botic van de ZandschulpWomen: Amanda AnisimovaAdamMen: Tomás Martín EtcheverryWomen: Victoria MbokoListen NowFor all the latest tennis headlines, tournament recaps, bold predictions and unfiltered banter, make sure you’re following Talkn Tennis on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.N2ATqgLzFiRRhMgDxoX2
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    1 hr and 12 mins