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Talkn Tennis is a weekly tennis podcast hosted by Chris, alongside Adam and Adrian, where they break down the biggest stories from the ATP, WTA and Grand Slam tours, occasionally with a drink in hand. Expect informed tennis discussion with more trash talk than Medvedev versus Tsitsipas. There are no PR-approved answers or overly polite commentary here, just honest opinions, questionable predictions and the conversations tennis fans are already having. Each week, they unpack the latest results, tournament draws and major talking points from around the tour. From five-set classics and first-round disasters to coaching controversies, umpire blow-ups and unexpected...

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Montreal & Toronto Masters Quarter-Final Preview: Jodar, Shelton, Mensik and Fils Chase ATP Title While Gauff, Osaka, Swiatek & Rybakina Battle for WTA Crown
Montreal & Toronto Masters Quarter-Final Preview: Jodar, Shelton, Mensik and Fils Chase ATP Title While Gauff, Osaka, Swiatek & Rybakina Battle for WTA Crown episode artwork
#40
Yesterday at 11:35 AM

The Canadian Masters have reached the quarter-finals and both draws are wide open.

On the ATP side in Montreal, Chris, Adrian and Adam recap the Round of 16 as Shelton ends Fonseca’s run, Mensik continues to fly under the radar, Jodar cruises past Lehecka and Fils survives a late push from Norrie. We break down all four quarter-final match-ups and make our picks for who reaches the final.

Then it’s over to Toronto, where Gauff and Osaka remain unbeaten in sets, Rybakina continues to survive the hard way and Swiatek looks to be finding form...


Montreal & Toronto Masters 1000 Rd.32 Recap: Shelton Meets Fonseca, Jodar Keeps Rolling While Eala, Gauff and Osaka Impress. Plus Rd.16 Preview
Montreal & Toronto Masters 1000 Rd.32 Recap: Shelton Meets Fonseca, Jodar Keeps Rolling While Eala, Gauff and Osaka Impress. Plus Rd.16 Preview episode artwork
#39
Last Saturday at 3:55 AM

The Montreal and Toronto Masters 1000 events are reaching the business end, with the Round of 16 set and the quarter-final picture beginning to take shape.

In Montreal, Griekspoor continues his impressive run after taking out the top seed, while Shelton and Fonseca prepare for one of the matches of the round. Jodar keeps building momentum, Lehecka looks dangerous, and Mensik has a huge opportunity in a wide-open section of the draw.

Over in Toronto, Sabalenka and Rybakina are quietly going about their business while Swiatek, Gauff and Osaka continue to impress. Eala remains one of the...


Toronto and Montreal Masters Chaos: Eala Advances as Top Seeds Fall
Toronto and Montreal Masters Chaos: Eala Advances as Top Seeds Fall episode artwork
#38
Last Thursday at 12:55 PM

The National Bank Open has been turned upside down, with Zverev, Fritz, Medvedev and Rublev all making early exits from the men’s draw in Montreal.

Chris goes solo to unpack the biggest upsets, Fonseca and Jodar’s continued rise, and the growing title opportunity for de Minaur and Popyrin.

Over in Toronto, Eala carries her Washington momentum into another victory, while Rybakina survives a chaotic performance, Andreeva dominates and Maya Joint produces another impressive result.

Plus, the Australians to watch and the biggest matches coming over the next 48 hours.


Washington Final Preview: Eala vs. Pegula & Fritz vs. Jodar Showdown plus, we preview the ATP Montreal and WTA Toronto 1000 Masters Draw
Washington Final Preview: Eala vs. Pegula & Fritz vs. Jodar Showdown plus, we preview the ATP Montreal and WTA Toronto 1000 Masters Draw episode artwork
#37
08/03/2026

Rain has washed out the Washington finals and we are not waiting around to break it all down. We recap the semi-final performances that got us here, discuss whether the unfinished business in Washington can still produce a surprise, and turn our attention to the biggest hard-court fortnight before the US Open with both the Montreal and Toronto Masters draws now in hand.

In Washington, the women's final between Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala is suspended mid-match, while the men's decider between Taylor Fritz and teenage Spanish sensation Rafael Jodar is yet to be played. We look...


Washington Semifinal Preview: Pegula, Osaka, Fritz & Major Upsets
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#36
08/01/2026

The business end of the Mubadala Citi DC Open has arrived.

In this episode, we unpack the biggest results and talking points from the men’s and women’s draws before previewing the semifinal matchups that will decide who reaches the Washington finals.

On the women’s side, Jessica Pegula and Naomi Osaka remain in contention, but Diana Shnaider and breakout star Alexandra Eala are determined to spoil the party. In the men’s draw, Taylor Fritz is the last seed standing as Brandon Nakashima, Rafael Jodar and Alejandro Tabilo look to continue a tournament filled w...


Washington 500 Preview - Fritz, Shelton headline Mubadala, De Minaur vs Tsitipsas Round 1 showdown
Washington 500 Preview - Fritz, Shelton headline Mubadala, De Minaur vs Tsitipsas Round 1 showdown episode artwork
#35
07/27/2026

The North American hard-court swing is underway, and Washington has delivered a blockbuster opening week.

We preview both the ATP and WTA 500 draws, headlined by defending champions Alex de Minaur and Leylah Fernandez. De Minaur faces a dangerous early test against Stefanos Tsitsipas, while Jack Draper, Arthur Fils and rising star Rafael Jodar feature in some of the tournament’s most intriguing matchups.

On the women’s side, Jessica Pegula enters as the favourite, but Naomi Osaka, Fernandez and wildcard Venus Williams will all be looking to make an early statement before the US Open.


Tsitsipas Ends His Drought, Tomic Triumphs & Rublev Reclaims Båstad
Tsitsipas Ends His Drought, Tomic Triumphs & Rublev Reclaims Båstad episode artwork
#34
07/22/2026

Stefanos Tsitsipas ends his 17-month title drought with a hard-fought triumph in Gstaad, while Andrey Rublev reclaims the Nordea Open crown and Mayar Sherif defeats an injured Paula Badosa to capture her first WTA Tour singles title.

The team also celebrates Bernard “Lord” Tomic’s first trophy in eight years, discusses whether Tsitsipas and Badosa are genuinely returning to form, and looks ahead to the ATP 250 events in Estoril and Kitzbühel.

Plus, Chris takes over hosting duties, we revisit the Wimbledon final and assess the leading contenders for another week of European clay-court tennis.


Wimbledon Semi-Final Preview: Sinner Faces Djokovic While Zverev Meets Wildcard Fery & Muchova Wins Epic Semi to Set Up All-Czech Women's Final with Noskova Episode: 33
Wimbledon Semi-Final Preview: Sinner Faces Djokovic While Zverev Meets Wildcard Fery & Muchova Wins Epic Semi to Set Up All-Czech Women's Final with Noskova Episode: 33 episode artwork
#33
07/10/2026

Wimbledon 2026 has delivered one of its great semi-final days and we are here to break down every moment and preview the biggest matches of the fortnight still to come.

Karolina Muchova is into her second Grand Slam final after one of the matches of Wimbledon 2026, surviving a rollercoaster against Coco Gauff on Centre Court. The tiebreak alone was worth the price of admission: Muchova led 6-3, Gauff battled back to reach match point and then handed it away with a drop shot that barely cleared the net before Muchova held her nerve to close it out 12-10...


Wimbledon 2026 Early Rounds Recap: Sinners Red Shoes, Williams Gets Smoked by Joint and Shelton Disappoints Again - Talkn Tennis Podcast Ep:32
Wimbledon 2026 Early Rounds Recap: Sinners Red Shoes, Williams Gets Smoked by Joint and Shelton Disappoints Again - Talkn Tennis Podcast Ep:32 episode artwork
#32
07/02/2026

Wimbledon 2026 has already delivered drama, upsets and one of the most emotional matches in recent memory, and Adam and Adrian are here to break down every moment of a breathless opening few days at the All England Club.

Jannik Sinner is through, but the defending Wimbledon champion has not had things his own way. The world number one was taken to five sets by Miomir Kecmanovic in round one, dropping the first set, losing a brilliant third-set tiebreak and losing a shoe along the way before eventually steadying to win 4-6, 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-2, 6-3. Round two...


Ep 31: Wimbledon 2026 Draw Preview & Our Predictions- Sinner and Djokovic on a Collision Course plus Serena Williams Returns to Wimbledon - How Far Will She Go?
Ep 31: Wimbledon 2026 Draw Preview & Our Predictions- Sinner and Djokovic on a Collision Course plus Serena Williams Returns to Wimbledon - How Far Will She Go? episode artwork
#31
06/27/2026

Wimbledon 2026 is days away and the draw has landed. Adam and Adrian break down every quarter of the Wimbledon men's and women's draws, flag the match-ups they cannot wait to see, and make their picks for who lifts the trophies at the All England Club.

On the men's side of the Wimbledon 2026 draw, defending champion Jannik Sinner headlines as the top seed and clear favourite despite his shock exit at Roland Garros. Sinner opens against Miomir Kecmanovic and is projected to navigate a quarter that also includes Casper Ruud, Hubert Hurkacz, Daniil Medvedev and teenage sensation Rafael...


Ep 31: Wimbledon 2026 Draw Preview - Sinner and Djokovic on a Collision Course plus Serena Williams Returns to Wimbledon and Swiatek Faces a Quarter of Death
Ep 31: Wimbledon 2026 Draw Preview - Sinner and Djokovic on a Collision Course plus Serena Williams Returns to Wimbledon and Swiatek Faces a Quarter of Death episode artwork
#31
06/27/2026

Wimbledon 2026 is days away and the draw has landed. Adam and Adrian break down every quarter of the Wimbledon men's and women's draws, flag the match-ups they cannot wait to see, and make their picks for who lifts the trophies at the All England Club.

On the men's side of the Wimbledon 2026 draw, defending champion Jannik Sinner headlines as the top seed and clear favourite despite his shock exit at Roland Garros. Sinner opens against Miomir Kecmanovic and is projected to navigate a quarter that also includes Casper Ruud, Hubert Hurkacz, Daniil Medvedev and teenage sensation Rafael...


Ep 30: Tiafoe Makes History, Cerundolo’s Queen’s Club War & Wimbledon Wildcard Drama
Ep 30: Tiafoe Makes History, Cerundolo’s Queen’s Club War & Wimbledon Wildcard Drama episode artwork
#30
06/22/2026

The boys recap a packed week on the grass as Frances Tiafoe wins the biggest title of his career in Halle, while Francisco Cerundolo battles through Queen’s to claim a historic title. We also cover the WTA results from Berlin and Nottingham before diving into quick-fire topics, including Dan Evans missing a Wimbledon wildcard, Moutet’s chaotic post-match interview, American chances at Wimbledon, and Serena’s possible return. Plus, Battle of the Spuds continues as Chris tries to claw back the scoreboard.


Ep 29 - Name all ATP number 1 ranked players in the open era?
Ep 29 - Name all ATP number 1 ranked players in the open era? episode artwork
#29
06/18/2026

In this special edition of the Talkin' Tennis Podcast, hosts Chris and Adrian dive into a fun challenge: naming all 29 male tennis players who have held the title of world number one since the rankings began in August 1973. This engaging battle, dubbed the "Battle of the Spuds," is not only entertaining but also a great way for tennis fans to test their knowledge of the sport's history.

To kick off, each contestant has three strikes, and the first one to hit three strikes loses the game. The pressure is on as Adrian leads the current season of...


Ep 28: Zverev Wins Roland Garros, Andreeva the Youngest French Open Champion Since Seles plus Kyrgios and Serena Return on Grass
Ep 28: Zverev Wins Roland Garros, Andreeva the Youngest French Open Champion Since Seles plus Kyrgios and Serena Return on Grass episode artwork
#28
06/12/2026

Two first-time Grand Slam champions, a German ending a 30-year drought and a teenager announcing herself as the next force in women's tennis. Adam, Chris and Adrian wrap up Roland Garros 2026 and turn their attention to a grass court season that has already delivered some headline moments of its own.

Alexander Zverev is finally a Grand Slam champion. The German ended his wait at the fourth time of asking, beating first-time finalist Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6(5), 6-1 in a four-hour and 16-minute French Open final. After heartbreaking losses to Thiem at the 2020 US Open, Alcaraz...


Ep 27: Roland Garros 2026 Quarter Final Preview - Sinner Cramps Out of French Open as Mensik and Andreeva Storm Into the Semis plus Serena Makes Her Return
Ep 27: Roland Garros 2026 Quarter Final Preview - Sinner Cramps Out of French Open as Mensik and Andreeva Storm Into the Semis plus Serena Makes Her Return episode artwork
#27
06/04/2026

The French Open 2026 has been turned on its head and the boys are back to make sense of it all. Adam, Chris and Adrian break down the biggest talking point of Roland Garros so far, preview the quarter finals on both sides of the draw, and find time to welcome back one of the greatest tennis players who ever lived.

The talk of the tournament at Roland Garros 2026 has been Jannik Sinner, who led Juan Manuel Cerundolo by two sets and 5-1 in the third before full body cramps brought the world number one to a standstill...


Ep 26 - Roland Garros 2026 Early Rounds Review - Fritz and Rybakina Fall Early as Djokovic Grinds plus we discuss Fat Shaming
Ep 26 - Roland Garros 2026 Early Rounds Review - Fritz and Rybakina Fall Early as Djokovic Grinds plus we discuss Fat Shaming episode artwork
#26
05/29/2026

Roland Garros 2026 is already delivering everything we could have asked for: upsets, drama, grinding favourites and a teenage sensation taking Paris by storm. Adam, Chris and Adrian break down every twist and turn from the opening rounds of the French Open and look ahead to what promises to be a blockbuster second week of tennis.

On the men's side of the French Open, Taylor Fritz became the first big seed to fall, beaten in four sets on Day 1, while tennis legend Stan Wawrinka received an emotional farewell from the Paris crowd in what was his final Roland...


Ep 25: Rome Masters 1000 Mid-Tournament Review - Djokovic Return Cut Short as Jodar Makes History plus Sabalenka Collapses as Women Seeds Shine
Ep 25: Rome Masters 1000 Mid-Tournament Review - Djokovic Return Cut Short as Jodar Makes History plus Sabalenka Collapses as Women Seeds Shine episode artwork
#25
05/15/2026

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...


Ep 24 - The Lost Recording - How One Closed Browser Almost Derailed The Funniest Talkn Tennis Episode
Ep 24 - The Lost Recording - How One Closed Browser Almost Derailed The Funniest Talkn Tennis Episode episode artwork
#24
05/11/2026

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...


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
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 episode artwork
#23
05/01/2026

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 so...


Ep 22 – Madrid Masters Preview: Sinner Dominance, Alcaraz & Djokovic Withdraw + Shelton & Fils Shine
Ep 22 – Madrid Masters Preview: Sinner Dominance, Alcaraz & Djokovic Withdraw + Shelton & Fils Shine episode artwork
#22
04/24/2026

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 q...


Ep 21 - Sinner Stuns Alcaraz in Monte Carlo Final | World No.1 Shake-Up, Barcelona & Munich Preview
Ep 21 - Sinner Stuns Alcaraz in Monte Carlo Final | World No.1 Shake-Up, Barcelona & Munich Preview episode artwork
#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
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#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
Ep 19 - Miami Chaos: Alcaraz Shock Loss, De Minaur Struggles & Semi-Final Showdowns episode artwork
#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
Ep 18 - Sinner and Sabelnka Triumph in Tennis Paradise & Miami Preview episode artwork
#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
Ep 17 - Indian Wells 2026 Quarter-Final Preview | Draper Stuns Djokovic, Alcaraz vs Norrie, Talia Gibson’s Breakout Run episode artwork
#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
Ep 16 - Medvedev Wins Without Playing, Cobolli’s Hard-Court Breakthrough, Indian Wells Bracket Watch episode artwork
#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
Ep 15 - De Minaur Wins Big in Rotterdam | Craig Tiley’s US Open Plan episode artwork
#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
Ep 14 - Alcaraz’s Historic Career Slam & Rybakina Rules Melbourne! 👑 AO 2026 Recap episode artwork
#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
Ep 13: AO 2026 Chaos: Osaka Drama, Sinner’s "Heat Gate" & Medvedev Crushed episode artwork
#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
Ep 12- Australian Open 2026 Round 1 Carnage – Seeds Falling & Statement Wins episode artwork
#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
Ep 11 - AO 2026 Preview episode artwork
#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
Ep 10 - United Cup 2026 & Brisbane Recap: Mensik Stuns Ruud, Kyrgios/Kokkinakis Reunite & Bencic Dominates episode artwork
#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
Ep 9 - United Cup Day 2/3 Review and Day 4 Preview episode artwork
#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
Ep 8 - Day 1 Preview and Day 2 Review of the United Cup episode artwork
#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
Ep 7 - Day 1 United Cup & Preview for Day 2 episode artwork
#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
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#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
Ep 5 - The Landscape of Doubles Tennis & End of Year Awards episode artwork
#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
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#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
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#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!

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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
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#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...