{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/651ccfef9b495d0012f9d190/67bbd4c586a56284d009faaa?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ground Pass’ Guide to Indian Wells and Miami Open   ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/651ccfef9b495d0012f9d190/1740362899942-fc7a382a-f812-4647-952c-8c35b047b682.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>The US Spring swing continues this week with the Austin Open, a WTA 250, but it’s all leading to the tentpole events of this period - The SunShine Double. Indian Wells and Miami Open are the highlights of US Spring Tennis season. Steeped in history and prestige its as close to the hype you will get in the US tennis calendar outside of the US Open. Indian Wells especially has over the years earned the moniker of The Fifth Grand Slam, in this episode we preview both tournaments and give you our guide to the events. When to go, what tickets to get and what you can or cannot bring.</p><p><br></p><p>We will also be publishing a full guide on our website. Stay tuned to our social media to find out when that is live.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Relevant Links:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>A Serious Tennis Fan’s Top 10 Tips for the 2024 US Open (Tickets and More) - <a href=\"https://www.roadto45tennis.com/a-serious-tennis-fans-tips-for-the-us-open-tickets-more/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.roadto45tennis.com/a-serious-tennis-fans-tips-for-the-us-open-tickets-more/</a></li><li>Ground Pass on Site Substack: <a href=\"https://groundpass.substack.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://groundpass.substack.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome Back and Technical Improvements</p><p>01:36 Social Events and Personal Updates</p><p>06:47 Topic of the episode - 1000 level tennis tournaments</p><p>15:36 The Sunshine Double: Indian Wells and Miami Open</p><p>21:01 Ticketing Insights for Indian Wells</p><p>22:47 Practice Courts and Player Accessibility</p><p>34:12 Navigating Indian Wells: Essential Tips</p><p>38:24 Crowd Dynamics and Planning Your Visit</p><p>42:01 Experiencing the Magic of Night Sessions</p><p>45:33 Comparing Indian Wells and Miami Open</p><p>56:10 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Us:</strong></p><ul><li>\t\tFollow&nbsp;<em>Ground Pass</em>&nbsp;on&nbsp;Instagram&nbsp;and&nbsp;Bluesky/Twitter&nbsp;for real-time updates.</li><li>\t\tSubscribe on Substack for bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes coverage and exclusive content.</li><li>\t\tGot thoughts on this week’s tennis news? Let us know in the comments or send us a message!</li></ul><p>Enjoy the episode and stay tuned for more from&nbsp;<em>Ground Pass</em>!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe to Our Substack at - </strong><a href=\"https://groundpass.substack.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://groundpass.substack.com</strong></a></p><p><strong>Visit Our Website at - </strong><a href=\"http://www.groundpasspodcast.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>www.groundpasspodcast.com</strong></a></p><p><strong>Email us at - </strong><a href=\"mailto:groundpasspodcast@gmail.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>groundpasspodcast@gmail.com</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow us for daily updates on Social:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Threads: <a href=\"https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.threads.net/@ground_pass</a></p><p>Blue Sky: <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://bsky.app/profile/groundpass.bsky.social</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/ground_pass</a></p><p>Youtube: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPass</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.tiktok.com/@groundpasspodcast</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Podcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder</p>","author_name":"Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter"}