French Open Day 5 - Murray Sets Up Del Potro Clash; Edmund Through; Time To Rename Margaret Court Arena?

French Open Day 5 - Murray Sets Up Del Potro Clash; Edmund Through; Time To Rename Margaret Court Arena?

It was still short of Andy Murray's vintage, Grand Slam title-winning best form, but he is into round three of the French Open, and according to Catherine Whitaker (Eurosport) and the Telegraph's tennis correspondent Simon Briggs, he has the perfect platform to build on.

In the latest Tennis Podcast, Whitaker and Briggs discuss the contrasting routes through to the third round of Murray and Juan Martin del Potro, and speculate as to what might happen when they meet on Saturday.

Del Potro's heartbreaking, retirement win over Nicolas Almagro, who departed the court in agony and floods of tears after injuring his knee, reminded everyone what a sporting man Del Potro is. The Argentine rushed to Almagro's aid and comforted him throughout.

Kyle Edmund joined Murray in round three, and will now face Kevin Anderson, a surprise winner over Nick Kyrgios. Can Edmund keep his run going?

And there's debate over Margaret Court's controversial comments about same-sex marriage, and the response...

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Indian Wells - Swiatek-Sabalenka on collision course? Alcaraz, Draper hit top form

Indian Wells - Swiatek-Sabalenka on collision course? Alcaraz, Draper hit top form

With Indian Wells at the quarter-finals stage, Catherine, David and Matt catch up to discuss the last few days of action and look ahead to the weekend. Part one - WTA Results. Iga Swiatek’s imperious ...

13 Mars 20251h 14min

Indian Wells - Djokovic distress, Dutch takeover and the WTA’s maternity fund (brought to you by Saudi Arabia)

Indian Wells - Djokovic distress, Dutch takeover and the WTA’s maternity fund (brought to you by Saudi Arabia)

Catherine, David and Matt are back to discuss the best of the action so far in Indian Wells. Part one - ATP Results. Matt Futterman checks in from on site at Indian Wells to set the scene and we get s...

10 Mars 20251h 8min

Janko Tipsarevic - Explosive views on tennis coaching, revitalising Denis Shapovalov and why Andy is perfect for Novak

Janko Tipsarevic - Explosive views on tennis coaching, revitalising Denis Shapovalov and why Andy is perfect for Novak

Six years on from his previous appearance on The Tennis Podcast, Janko Tipsarevic is back, this time to talk to David all about his foray into coaching. Tipsarevic doesn’t hold back as he explains why...

5 Mars 202540min

Tsitsipas resurgence, Machac at last, Double-bagel finals

Tsitsipas resurgence, Machac at last, Double-bagel finals

Just before Catherine and Matt drove up to meet David for some Tennis Podcast meetings, our trio got together to talk about the week in tennis.Part one - ATP Dubai, Acapulco, Santiago. How much is the...

3 Mars 20251h 8min

Raducanu scare the tip of the iceberg; Andreeva and Rublev make differing breakthroughs

Raducanu scare the tip of the iceberg; Andreeva and Rublev make differing breakthroughs

Catherine, David and Matt cover a compelling week of on court action in Dubai, Doha and Rio, as well as a couple of disturbing stories about male threat against women, involving Elena Rybakina and Emm...

24 Feb 20251h 20min

The Backhand delivers; Fonseca - the future, and the present?

The Backhand delivers; Fonseca - the future, and the present?

Catherine, David and Matt are back already, this time to discuss an exciting week of action on the court, headlined by titles for Amanda Anisimova and Joao Fonseca. Part one - WTA Doha Review. Matt ge...

17 Feb 20251h 9min

Sinner’s convenient ban, Vukov’s suspension and Mixed Doubles madness

Sinner’s convenient ban, Vukov’s suspension and Mixed Doubles madness

It's been a big week of news in tennis so Catherine, David and Matt convene to cover and react to it all. Part one - World number one Jannik Sinner banned for three months after reaching a settlement ...

16 Feb 20251h 7min

Alcaraz is back, Shapovalov & Bencic send reminders, and how to remember Simona Halep?

Alcaraz is back, Shapovalov & Bencic send reminders, and how to remember Simona Halep?

Catherine, David and Matt discuss a busy week of news, comebacks, thrilling matches, and nasal strips in the tennis world. Part one - Simona Halep announces her retirement. How will she be remembered ...

10 Feb 20251h 17min

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