ATP Finals Day 3 - Does Federer Get Preferential Treatment? Discussed, With Federer's Response; He Wins, Anderson Cruises

ATP Finals Day 3 - Does Federer Get Preferential Treatment? Discussed, With Federer's Response; He Wins, Anderson Cruises

Catherine is back! And there’s plenty to talk about…


Does Roger Federer receive preferential treatment from tournament directors? That was the allegation made by Julien Benneteau on French radio last week.


On today’s podcast, Catherine Whitaker, David Law and Simon Briggs discuss the ins and outs of the story, including Federer’s relationship with CEO of Tennis Australia Craig Tiley, the conflicts of interest within the sport, and the importance of market forces in all this.


Later in the podcast, hear from Federer himself as he answered Benneteau's reported allegations. David and Grad Matt, who were both there, describe the atmosphere in the room. David says it was one of the steeliest looks he’s ever seen Federer give.


On court, Federer was a comfortable winner against Dominic Thiem. How much better did he play than on Sunday night? And how bad was Dominic Thiem? Less bad than Kei Nishikori, who was thumped 0-6, 1-6 by Kevin Anderson. What are the qualification scenarios for that group? And why have there been so many one-sided matches?


There’s also a look ahead to tomorrow’s play. How can Alexander Zverev possibly trouble Novak Djokovic? And what makes John Isner the slight favourite against Marin Cilic?


The Tennis Podcast is produced weekly in association with Telegraph Sport, and daily at the Grand Slam tournaments.

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16 Feb 1h 18min

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9 Feb 1h 22min

Aus Open Day 15 - Carlos Alcaraz: History Boy

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1 Feb 1h 24min

Aus Open Day 14 - Rybakina’s glory but did Sabalenka blow it?

Aus Open Day 14 - Rybakina’s glory but did Sabalenka blow it?

At the end of women’s final night, Catherine, David and Matt discuss Elena Rybakina’s 6-4 4-6 6-4 win over Aryna Sabalenka as she became a two-time major champion. Part one - All the talking points fr...

31 Jan 1h 15min

Aus Open Day 13 - Djokovic vs Alcaraz, for history

Aus Open Day 13 - Djokovic vs Alcaraz, for history

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30 Jan 1h 5min

Aus Open Day 12 - Rybakina vs. Sabalenka showdown set

Aus Open Day 12 - Rybakina vs. Sabalenka showdown set

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29 Jan 1h 4min

Aus Open Day 11 - Djokovic dream still alive, or is it?

Aus Open Day 11 - Djokovic dream still alive, or is it?

The semi-finals are set as Catherine, David and Matt wrap up another day of straight sets matches at this most unusual Australian Open. Part one - Men’s Results. We cover the devastation of Lorenzo Mu...

28 Jan 1h 10min

Aus Open Day 10 - What happened to Coco Gauff?

Aus Open Day 10 - What happened to Coco Gauff?

Catherine, David and Matt discuss another day of matches without much jeopardy, but one that saw Aryna Sabalenka, Elina Svitolina, Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz all reach the semi-finals.Part on...

27 Jan 1h 10min

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