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This week the conversation explores the current state of tennis in Asia, focusing on the Asian swing of tournaments, the challenges of viewing tennis across different time zones, and the rise of local players. Eddie, known as Tennis Asia, shares insights on marquee tournaments, the popularity of tennis in the region, and the experiences of attending these events. The discussion also highlights the importance of local players in boosting tennis's popularity and the upcoming tournaments that fans can look forward to. Mentioned on the Podcast:Tennis Asia on X - https://x.com/tennisasia?s=21&t=34KFRaMxpc-93mq_1EOI7ATennis Asia on Youtube - https://youtube.com/@tennisasiatv?si=ONeBdqfitW2q6V3OTennis Asia on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tennisasiatv?igsh=aGtsOGpnNHVseHpkVisit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

On this episode of Ground Pass we throw it back to the US Open. On Labor Day Monday, Anastasia was joined by Will Boucek to talk doubles.During the 2nd weeks of a slam, most of the outside courts are taken over by doubles which are accessible to ground pass ticket holders.Anastasia and Will catch up on the doubles tournament at the time of recording and Will updates us on the impact of the experimental changes that have come to the doubles game this year.Watch the video version of this on our YouTube page. Link below.Mentioned on the Podcast:Changes to doubles that started in Madrid - https://www.atptour.com/en/news/innovative-atp-doubles-trial-2024Where you can find Will’s work - https://www.thetennistribe.comVisit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

The last Grand Slam of the year is over and we have our champions. We have a repeat of the Australian Open champions and the Cincinnati champions and arguably our new hardcourt King and Queen.Anastasia and Nick review the final grand slam of the year. What it was like to attend and watch on tv and what the rest of the season holds.Mentioned on the Podcast:Amazon TV Show about Juniors road to the Orange Bowl - Top Class Tennis - https://www.amazon.com/Uninterrupteds-Top-Class-Tennis-Season/dp/B0D19RPWKRMini Aryna Sabalenka - https://youtu.be/tAExylQtzqw?si=dbByRNQFmBrEU_c9Nick’s Wimbledon ballot breakdown - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/blog/znfq0dmuw8v0f1b7gqqos44a5uuikgVisit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

Anastasia is joined by Ian of Forty Love to talk about the week that was at the US Open and what to expect from week 2.They discuss what the grounds have been like in the first week, What the tennis has been like over the first few days of the slam, and a look ahead to the 2nd week of the US Open.We of course could not end this podcast conversation without talking about the fashion at the Open. Which were our favourite kits and which didn’t quite hit the mark?Mentioned on the Podcast:Forty Love on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fortylovetennis?igsh=ZG1na3d2ZjhvZm9kTennis Today Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1725696267Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

Fan week brought all the good vibes but it’s time to get down to business.Nick and Anastasia recap the week that was and go through the schedule of the first 2 days of the US Open. Its going to be blockbuster.Mentioned on the Podcast:US Open Fan Week Website - https://www.usopen.org/en_US/about/us_open_fan_week.htmlUS Open Schedule - https://www.usopen.org/en_US/scores/schedule/schedule8.htmlVisit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

Its the last Slam of the year and Ground Pass is On Site for the US Open.Anastasia is joined on site by Coach B - Brian Bradley, a return guest on the pod.They discuss the qualifying tournament and what it means to the players participating.There is still 3 more days left of Fan Week. if you are in the area get yourself over to Flushing Meadows Mentioned on the Podcast:Coach B on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachbtv?igsh=bmVsN216NDAzZnd1Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

Anastasia and Nick discuss Anastasia's recent trip to the Cincinnati Open and the upcoming US Open. They reflect on the origins of the Groundpass podcast and the importance of watching tennis live. Then we breakdown the US Open and how to plan a day during the free Fan Week, which includes qualifying matches and player practices. During the second part of the conversation, Anastasia and Nick discuss the US Open tournament as a whole and provide tips and insights for attending. Mentioned on the Podcast:Served Podcast Live from Cincinnati - https://youtu.be/SrXvpc-HREE?si=GBwdePPu3EyzyY4CUS Open Fan Week Website - https://www.usopen.org/en_US/about/us_open_fan_week.htmlVisit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster CylinderChapters00:00 Introduction and Anastasia's Trip to the Cincinnati Open08:51 The Unique Atmosphere of the Cincinnati Open13:48 Diverse Food Options at the Cincinnati Open20:34 Ticket Prices and Comparisons to Other Tournaments24:26 The Origins of the Groundpass Podcast31:45 Preparing for the US Open Fan Week34:04 Enjoying the Free Fan Week at the US Open36:54 Enhancing Your Tennis Experience by Attending Live Matches46:20 Ticket Prices and Availability56:52 Tips for Getting US Open Tickets01:05:38 Alternative Tournaments During the US Open

Anastasia is joined by Mitch Michals from the Tennis Channel Inside-in podcast.Ground Pass is On Site and the Cincinnati Open, we preview the event, give a quick guide to the tournament and talk about who is in and who is out: Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Coco Gauff & Jasmine Paolini. And how could we miss Naomi Osaka in Qualifying.We also hit on the top stories coming out of Canada:Sebi Korda, Amanda Anisimova, Jessica Pegula & Andrey Rublev all coming out on top. Where you can find Mitch:Inside-In Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1562215629X - https://x.com/moneymitchm21Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder

He has won every Slam, every masters 1000, ATP finals and now Novak Djokovic has finally won an Olympic gold medal completing the career Golden Slam.He is not the only one breaking records, this Olympics was full of them with Carlos Alcaraz, Sara Errani & Mirra Andreeva breaking records of their own.Here is our review.Visit Our Website at - www.groundpasspodcast.comEmail us at - groundpasspodcast@gmail.comFollow us for daily updates on Social:X: https://x.com/groundpasspodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ground_passThreads: https://www.threads.net/@ground_passYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundPassFollow the co-hosts on X:Anastasia - https://x.com/a_folorunsoNick - https://x.com/nick_bcarterPodcast Theme by Breakmaster Cylinder