Miami - Why Arthur Fils is the next guy

About this episode

Catherine and David discuss the latest developments from the Miami Open, including player performances and upcoming matches.

After a dramatic few days in Miami, there’s lots to discuss for Catherine and David, who are holding the fort while Matt gets stopped by fans at Gatwick airport.  Part one - (00:00 - 18:25) Shortly after discussing Iga Swiatek’s crisis of form and confidence on the last pod, news broke that Wim Fissette had been axed from the Swiatek team. Is it the right move? And who will the for the former World Number One now turn to for answers? Part two - (18:25 - 47:25) WTA - A dream semi final line up is set in Miami with yet another instalment of the rivalry of the moment between Aryna Sabalebka and Elena Rybakina, plus an intriguing clash between the resurgent Coco Gauff and a peaking Karolina Muchova. Who will win the title from here? Plus some reporting on the ground in Miami from the Athletic’s Matt Futterman.  Part three - ATP (47:25) Arthur Fils’ comeback hits new heights after a scintillating victory over Tommy Paul to reach the Miami semi finals. David revels in every moment of it, but also warns that Jiri Lehecka is a tricky hurdle standing between Fils and the final. In the other half of the draw, Jannik Sinner is not just hunting down a Sunshine Double, but hunting…

People in this episode

Hosts: Catherine, David, Matt

Topics covered

• Miami Open
• tennis
• WTA
• ATP
• player analysis
• rivalries
• comebacks

Keywords

• Miami Open
• Iga Swiatek
• Arthur Fils
• tennis
• WTA
• ATP
• Coco Gauff
• Jannik Sinner

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Athletic

Places: Miami, Gatwick airport

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