Episode 25 - Ivan Lendl Special - What Makes Him Tick?
Ivan Lendl sits impassively in Andy Murray's corner, never smiling, rarely reacting. What is he thinking? Why did he want to coach Murray in the first place? And what was it like to be his opponent? In Episode 25, the Tennis Podcast tries to work out what makes the former World No.1 tick. We hear from Lendl, his long-time agent Jerry Solomon, the man that first introduced him to Murray - Darren Cahill, and Mats Wilander - who stood across the net from Lendl on 22 occasions. Meanwhile, after Catherine and David put their necks on the line with predictions for the season, this week's it's your turn with numerous Twitter contributions read out on the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Jan 201345min
Episode 24 - 2013 Preview/Predictions, Heather Watson Interview, Mats Wilander's Watson View, Should Andy Murray Be Sir Andy?
2013 is upon us and that means a new tennis season! David and Catherine preview and predict what will happen in the new year, interview the British No.1 Heather Watson, and get the thoughts of Mats Wilander on what Watson needs to do to make it to the top without a killer shot. He thinks she can make a Grand Slam quarterfinal. Also, should Andy Murray have been given a Knighthood rather than an OBE? Some very strong opinions are aired! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31 Des 201250min
Episode 23 - The Final Podcast of 2012, featuring Andrew Castle, Thomas Enqvist, Jeremy Bates, David and Catherine, In The Locker Room
The final podcast of 2012 sees David and Catherine chatting for half an hour with Andrew Castle, Jeremy Bates and Thomas Enqvist - inside the locker room at the Royal Albert Hall, home of the Statoil Masters Tennis.What does Andrew Castle remember about the day he put up a sign which read 'say no to the poll tax' during a final against Bates? Who do we all think will win the Australian Open? And which player from outside the Top 4 will be the next to win a Grand Slam title? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 Des 201230min
Episode 22 - Mats Wilander part 2 - Greatest Rival, Commentary Approach, 'That' Olympics Comment
In part 2 of our special interview with former World No.1 Mats Wilander, he talks about the two greatest rivals of his career, why he doesn't mind upsetting people when he commentates, and what he meant when he said 'the Olympic Games are just another stamp in my passport'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 Nov 201210min
Episode 21 - Mats Wilander Interview: Following Borg, 3 Slams In A Year, The Car Park Press Conference; Davis Cup Final review
In part one of our exclusive interview with former World No.1 Mats Wilander, Catherine asks him what it was like to be the next Swedish player after Bjorn Borg, whether he felt invincible in 1988 when he won three Grand Slam titles, and his memories of the famous Car Park Press Conference which led to the start of the ATP World Tour. We also review the Davis Cup final and reveal some special Novak Djokovic news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Nov 201225min
Episode 20 - Which Novak Djokovic season was better? 2011 or 2012?
After topping the World Rankings for the second year in a row amidst personal problems and against some of the greatest tennis players of all time, Novak Djokovic assesses whether 2011 or 2012 was the more impressive year. David and Catherine also weigh into the debate, with differing opinions that result in a full-scale argument. We also hear from Roger Federer on his year, and review the ATP World Tour Finals at the 02 Arena. And finally, who won David and Catherine's prediction competition? Do they even know? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Nov 201229min
Episode 19 - Barclays ATP World Tour Finals Preview and Predictions
The draw for the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals at the 02 Arena in London has been made, and Catherine and David are ready to battle it out for prediction supremacy. We stuck them in separate rooms, gave them the draw and got them to fill it out. Find out which Top 3 player David thinks won't even make the semifinals, and which outsider Catherine has in the final. Tell us who you think will win @TennisPodcast on Twitter and you could win a signed programme from the Statoil Masters Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4 Nov 201231min
Episode 18 - Bjorn Borg: 'Losing the 1980 Wimbledon Final Tie-Break Was The Worst Moment Of My Life'
Thirty two years may have passed since Bjorn Borg beat John McEnroe in the 1980 Wimbledon final, but the Swede still thinks about that fourth set tie-break which he lost 18-16. As he tells us in an incredibly revealing and moving interview, it was the worst moment of his entire life. Fortunately for him, 'the best moment of his life' would follow an hour later. Borg and McEnroe talk us through that incredible match, and we discuss our other favourite tie-breaks from over the years. The WTA finals are reviewed, and we wonder what method Roger Federer will eventually choose to bow out of the sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Nov 201230min
