Talkn Tennis

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Talkn Tennis is a weekly tennis podcast where three mates break down ATP, WTA and Grand Slam drama over a beer – with more trash talk than Medvedev v Tsitsipas. If you’re sick of polite commentary and PR-approved answers, this is the show that says what every tennis tragic is actually thinking. Each week we unpack the biggest stories from around the tour: five-set epics, first-round choke jobs, coaching scandals, umpire meltdowns and everything in between. From Melbourne to Madrid, Roland Garros to the US Open, we follow the circus, argue over the hot takes and celebrate the weird, wonderful worl...

Ep 22 – Madrid Masters Preview: Sinner Dominance, Alcaraz & Djokovic Withdraw + Shelton & Fils Shine
#22
Today at 6:10 AM

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 q...


Ep 21 - Sinner Stuns Alcaraz in Monte Carlo Final | World No.1 Shake-Up, Barcelona & Munich Preview
#21
04/17/2026

📝 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 finalThe World No.1 ranking changes handsSinner joins elite company with the Sunshine Double + Monte Carlo runAlcaraz hits 300...


Ep 20 - Sinner and Sabalenka Dominate Miami, Monte Carlo 1000 Masters Preview and The Launch of ATP Fantasy
#20
04/01/2026

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...


Ep 19 - Miami Chaos: Alcaraz Shock Loss, De Minaur Struggles & Semi-Final Showdowns
#19
03/26/2026

🎾 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 thrill...


Ep 18 - Sinner and Sabelnka Triumph in Tennis Paradise & Miami Preview
#18
03/22/2026

Episode Description

This 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 als...


Ep 17 - Indian Wells 2026 Quarter-Final Preview | Draper Stuns Djokovic, Alcaraz vs Norrie, Talia Gibson’s Breakout Run
#17
03/12/2026

It’s quarter-final time at Indian Wells 2026 and the boys are here to break down all the biggest matchups from Tennis Paradise.

Adam The Animal is joined by Chrissy P and Vargos to preview every blockbuster clash on the men’s and women’s side, including Carlos Alcaraz vs Cameron Norrie, Daniil Medvedev vs Jack Draper, Jannik Sinner vs Learner Tien, and Aussie hopeful Talia Gibson’s dream run into the final eight.

The boys also dive into the biggest headlines of the week, including Mirra Andreeva’s on-court meltdown, Taylor Fritz’s early exit, and Alex de...


Ep 16 - Medvedev Wins Without Playing, Cobolli’s Hard-Court Breakthrough, Indian Wells Bracket Watch
#16
03/04/2026

Big couple of weeks in tennis and we’re back with the headlines, results, and the unfiltered takes. Medvedev “wins” Dubai in walkover madness before travel chaos leaves players stranded. Cobolli grabs a huge Acapulco title (and his first on hard courts), while Cristina Bucsa breaks through in Merida with a singles + doubles sweep. Then we preview Indian Wells on both tours, run Buy/Sell, and finish with Battle of the Spuds + a WTA-special Who Am I?

In This Episode

Dubai 500 (ATP)

Daniil Medvedev claims a second Dubai title via walkoverTallon Griekspoor withdraws pre-final with a...


Ep 15 - De Minaur Wins Big in Rotterdam | Craig Tiley’s US Open Plan
#15
02/20/2026

1. "Third Time Lucky": De Minaur Masters Rotterdam

Alex de Minaur is officially the King of Rotterdam! After falling in the finals in 2024 and 2025, "The Demon" finally lifted the trophy at the ATP 500 Rotterdam Open, putting on a clinic against Felix Auger-Aliassime (6-3, 6-2).

The Blueprint: How De Minaur used aggressive baseline play and a flawless serving performance (zero break points faced) to dismantle the indoor specialist.Ranking Rise: With his 12th career title, De Minaur continues his push into the upper echelon of the Top 10. Is he now a legitimate dark horse for the sunshine double...


Ep 14 - Alcaraz’s Historic Career Slam & Rybakina Rules Melbourne! 👑 AO 2026 Recap
#14
02/06/2026

Intro

Hello everybody and welcome back to Talkn Tennis, the only tennis podcast you need to be listening to to get all your headlines, results and well informed unfiltered opinions. Thanks to all the new followers and listeners in this past few week, we appreciate your support, if you haven’t done so already, gives us a follow on whatever podcast platform you listen to us on

I'm your host, they call me Adam the Animal, and I'm joined by my two partners in crime.

Firstly the man who has had to take a br...


Ep 13: AO 2026 Chaos: Osaka Drama, Sinner’s "Heat Gate" & Medvedev Crushed
#13
01/30/2026

Episode Overview

The 2026 Australian Open has descended into absolute madness, and the Talkn Tennis team is here to sift through the wreckage. From "Heat Gate" controversies to the shocking collapse of top seeds, we break down a week in Melbourne that no one saw coming. Is the Alcaraz/Sinner era officially untouchable, or is a certain American teenager about to flip the script?

What’s In This Episode?

[00:00] Intro: The Animal & The Instigators Adam welcomes the crew. Chrissy P explains his recent X (Twitter) war regarding the Osaka/Cirstea drama, and Vargos weighs in on...


Ep 12- Australian Open 2026 Round 1 Carnage – Seeds Falling & Statement Wins
#12
01/21/2026

ound 1 at the Australian Open has delivered absolute chaos — and we’re here to unpack all of it.

In this episode, Adam the Antimal is joined by Chrissy P and Vargos as the crew recaps Day 1 and Day 2 of the Australian Open, breaking down the biggest results, wild upsets, and unforgettable moments from the opening rounds.

🔊 Episode Highlights

🎙️ Intro

Welcome back to Talkn Tennis, the only tennis podcast you need for headlines, results, and well-informed, unfiltered opinions. Whether you’re a returning listener or new to the pod, don’t forget to subscribe and...


Ep 11 - AO 2026 Preview
#11
01/14/2026

Introduction: Welcome back to the exhilarating world of tennis with the latest edition of Talkin' Tennis. As we dive into the highlights of the podcast’s recent discussions, we bring to light the excitement surrounding the upcoming Australian Open and the intriguing One Point Challenge that has captured the imaginations of players and fans alike.

Main Content:


1. **The One Point Challenge Explained**

The podcast opens with a humorous take on the One Point Challenge, a unique event where players, including amateurs and celebrities, compete to win a million dollars by wi...


Ep 10 - United Cup 2026 & Brisbane Recap: Mensik Stuns Ruud, Kyrgios/Kokkinakis Reunite & Bencic Dominates
#10
01/05/2026

In this episode, we break down a chaotic and thrilling 24 hours of tennis from Australia. From the United Cup in Perth to the Brisbane International, we cover the epic battles, the unexpected upsets, and one of the weirdest rule enforcements we've seen in years. Plus, we preview tomorrow’s must-watch clashes.

Episode Highlights:

United Cup: Switzerland vs. Italy

Belinda Bencic puts on a clinic against Jasmine Paolini (6-4, 6-3).Stan Wawrinka vs. Flavio Cobolli: An instant classic (6-4, 6-7, 7-6) defined by a bizarre "hindrance" moment where Cobolli lost a point for a ball fa...


Ep 9 - United Cup Day 2/3 Review and Day 4 Preview
#9
01/04/2026

We are waking up to a different landscape in Perth! After Sebastian Baez stuns Taylor Fritz in the "Upset of the Year," we unpack whether Team USA is showing cracks or just had a bad day. plus, we break down Alexander Zverev’s wild "game of two halves" against Griekspoor.

Then, we look ahead to a massive Day 4. Is a rotated Team USA walking into a trap against Spain? And in the late match, we explain why the rankings in Greece vs. Great Britain are lying to you—and why Emma Raducanu might just be the favorite agai...


Ep 8 - Day 1 Preview and Day 2 Review of the United Cup
#8
01/03/2026

Episode Title: United Cup Day 3: The "Savage" Truth About Osaka, ZZZ’s Masterclass & Raducanu vs. Naomi Preview

Episode Description: Welcome back to Talkn Tennis! On today’s episode, Chris unpacks the absolute chaos from Day 2 of the United Cup and looks ahead to a stacked Day 3 lineup. We eat humble pie on the Zizou Bergs prediction, break down the "dark arts" in the China vs. Belgium doubles thriller, and give Stan Wawrinka his flowers after a vintage performance in the Perth heat.

Plus, we don't hold back on Team Japan’s disastrous start and Naomi Osaka’...


Ep 7 - Day 1 United Cup & Preview for Day 2
#7
01/02/2026

2nd January

Hello everybody and welcome back to Talkn Tennis —I’m your host Chris who will be bringing you Day 2’s preview of the United cup. If this is your first time here, congratulations, you’ve already made a better decision than most tennis media this time of year.

For the regulars, you know the drill: proper tennis chat, informed opinions, and zero interest in playing it safe. For the newcomers, this is where we break things down without the bullshit — we look at who’s actually in form, where the pressure sits, and what to watc...


Ep 6 - United Cup Preview
#6
01/01/2026

Hello everybody and welcome back to Talkn Tennis — the only tennis podcast you need to be listening to if you want informed and unbiased opinions.

My name’s Chris, I’ll be your host for this special run of episodes covering tennis down under, and I’m kicking things off by unpacking Day 1 of the United Cup — who’s playing, who should win, and who might already be regretting their off-season.

We’re officially back in Australian summer mode — heat, crowds, national pride, and players stepping straight into meaningful matches before the Australian Open even begins.

To...


Ep 5 - The Landscape of Doubles Tennis & End of Year Awards
#5
12/11/2025

Intro

Hello everybody and welcome to Talkn Tennis. The only tennis podcast you need to be listening to to get all your tennis headlines, results and well informed unbiased opinions. Don't forget to follow us on X @TalknTennis to get all of our unfiltered opinions. I'm your host, they call me Adam the Animal and I'm joined by my two partners in crime: firstly the man who has made history by becoming the first person to retire from tennis to take on a full-time job as a volleyball coach, its Chrisy P, how are you Chris. Secondly the...


Ep. 4: Next Gen. Finals, Kyrgios vs. Rios vs. Zverev and the ATP Hall of Fame - Your Weekly Tennis News Wrap-up
#4
12/02/2025

Welcome back to another episode of Talkn Tennis, the only tennis podcast you need if you want the latest news, results and unfiltered opinions straight from three blokes who care way too much about this sport. Adam “The Animal” kicks off the show alongside his co-hosts: Chrissy P, the former childhood tennis prodigy whose rise and fall mirrored a Hollywood child star, and Mr. Vargos himself, Adrian, a man whose love for tennis has been corrupted by an even deeper love for Cevapi. As always, listeners are reminded to follow the chaos on X/Twitter at @TalknTennis.

The...


Ep.3: Davis Cup Final Recap | Italian Tennis | ATP Nominations | Build a Player & More
#3
11/26/2025

1. 🎾 Are you ready to serve up some tennis knowledge?

In this week's episode of Talkin' Tennis, we dive into the thrilling climax of the Davis Cup finals! 🌟

Key takeaway: The passion and intensity of the matches remind us why we love the game.

What's your favorite moment from the finals? Comment below!

#TennisTalk #DavisCup #TennisLife #SportsPodcast #GameSetMatch #TennisLovers #PodcastRecommendations

2. 🤔 Did you know that even the best players have to deal with tough teammates?

This week, we share a story about a dramatic committee meeting that left one player si...


Ep.2: Your Weekly Tennis News Wrap-up | Djokovic Interview | Nitto ATP Finals - Sinner vs. Alcaraz | Davis Cup Finals & More
#2
11/19/2025

Introduction: Welcome back to Talkin' Tennis, the podcast that serves up all the latest tennis news alongside engaging discussions. In our latest episode, we delved into the ATP Finals, the Davis Cup, and the complex dynamics of player relationships. This week, we also touched on personal experiences that resonate with every sports enthusiast, making it a must-listen for tennis fans and beyond.

Main Content:

1. **The ATP Finals Recap**

Last week, the ATP Finals concluded with electrifying matches that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Adam, Chris, and Adrian discussed the standout...


Ep 1 - The Rise of Talking Tennis: Unpacking the Latest Buzz in the Tennis World
#1
11/12/2025

Wrapping up the episode, the hosts shift gears to discuss the latest tournament happenings, including a recap of the Vander Pharmaceuticals Hellenic Championship won by Novak Djokovic, who faced injury woes yet again. The chat meanders through the current ATP rankings, the performance of promising young players like Alcaraz and Sinner, and the ever-present question of who will rise to challenge the established top players. With engaging quizzes that test their knowledge and plenty of hilarious anecdotes, the episode maintains a fun atmosphere while still highlighting the intricacies of the tennis world. The hosts tease upcoming episodes and promise...