Beyond The Baseline: SI's Tennis Podcast with Jon Wertheim

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On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with 20-year-old American Jenson Brooksby. After not playing a match in 2020, Brooksby has won three Challenger titles so far in 2021 and he talks about his recent success, his rise in the rankings from outside the top 300 to No. 166 and much more. Wertheim and Brooksby also discuss what it is like to play at the Challenger level, his training, his goals for the rest of year and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with ATP Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi in a wide-ranging conversation about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the proposed merger with women's tennis; how the ATP can become a bigger player in the media space; Gaudenzi's experience as a tennis player and how he made the transition to business; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about the latest headlines and hot topics from the Miami Open. Wertheim and Lisanti talk about the results through the quarterfinals of the tournament, including Naomi Osaka's loss and Daniil Medvedev's exit; the impact of the absence of Serena Williams and the Big Three; the tournament's prize money decrease and lack of fans; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with USTA CEO and executive director Mike Dowse about his experience in his role during the COVID-19 pandemic; the rise of tennis participation rates in the United States in the wake of the coronavirus and social-distancing measures; how the USTA is looking to build on that; how the pros can help spur more participation among young athletes; the 2020 U.S. Open; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about the top storylines from the second week of play at the 2021 Australian Open, as the tournament rounds the corner into the final weekend. Wertheim and Lisanti discuss Naomi Osaka's commanding win over Serena Williams in the semifinals; the possible options for Serena's future; Osaka's rise and unique traits that make her so dominant; Rafael Nadal's loss to Stefanos Tsitsipas in the quarterfinals; American Jennifer Brady's run to her first Grand Slam final; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with former player and current Tennis Channel commentator Chanda Rubin. Ahead of the delayed release of the 2021 Australian Open draws, Wertheim and Rubin preview the tournament, discussing the top seeds and dark horses; predictions for the men's and women's champions; the impact of COVID-19; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with Robbie Koenig from Melbourne to discuss the 2021 Australian Open and the early challenges the tournament is facing with positive COVID-19 tests, player controversies and more. Wertheim and Koenig talk about the quarantine conditions in Australia, including Koenig's own experience in a 14-day hotel lockdown; the COVID-19 protocols; how the challenges will impact the tournament and the players; whether or not there has been unfair treatment among the players; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor Jamie Lisanti about his 2021 predictions column and the latest headlines in tennis, including a conversation with Sam Querrey about his COVID-19 experience. Wertheim and Lisanti discuss the 2021 calendar; the possibility of first-time major winners this season; Roger Federer and Serena Williams in 2021 and the possibility of retirement announcements; and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's podcast, host Jon Wertheim talks with two guests: first, Stanford University's director of tennis and longtime coach Dick Gould, followed by a wide-ranging conversation with 19-year-old American and rising ATP player, Brandon Nakashima. Wertheim and Gould discuss the state of college tennis; Gould's experience coaching John McEnroe; international players in the sport; and much more. Next, Nakashima joins Wertheim to discuss his jump to No. 166 in the ATP rankings; what the jump from college tennis to the pros has been like; how he has dealt with the coronavirus and changes to the sport this season, and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with senior editor and producer Jamie Lisanti about the WTA year-end awards for 2020, including Player of the Year, Newcomer of the Year, Most Improved Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year, among other honors. Wertheim and Lisanti also discuss the ATP Finals; Alexander Zverev; the 2021 Australian Open and the recent travel restrictions; and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim talks with tennis strategy coach and data guru, Craig O'Shannessy. The pair discusses his work with various players, including Novak Djokovic, and how they utilize stats in preparation for opponents; how he uses probability to help understand percentages and patterns during matches; what tennis data can predict about players' performances and match outcomes; the insights he's found over the course of tournaments; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode, host Jon Wertheim speaks with former ATP Tour manager and tennis insider Weller Evans about his career in the sport in a fairly unknown position with the ATP; what it was like to travel on the ATP Tour for nearly an entire year throughout his career; his interactions with players over the years; lessons he learned over the years; the ATP rankings and tennis in 2020; his advice on how to get a career in tennis; and much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy