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Qinwen Zheng makes history in Beijing, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz crash out in Shanghai, and Mirra Andreeva breaks into the world’s top three! Join Joel and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ as we catch up on the Asian swing so far. ‘QUEENwen’ Zheng delighted the home crowd by becoming the first Chinese woman to win the China Open WTA 1000 title, but is she definitively back, and can she return to the top 10? We also unpack Shanghai’s shock results, from Djokovic and Ben Shelton’s early exits to Alcaraz’s ball-bashing outburst against Zizou Bergs. Plus, what’s gone wrong for Shelton since his US Open final run, and what was the Spaniard thinking with the debut look of ‘Moustachecaraz’?We also assess the race to the ATP and WTA Finals, asking whether Grand Slam champions should automatically qualify and whether Djokovic and Iga Swiatek will make the cut. Plus, we debate Alex de Minaur’s proposed serving-rule changes, enjoy Zheng’s post-title karaoke and meet Jannik Sinner’s long-lost brother, ‘JACOB’ Sinner, following Tennis Australia’s latest gaffe. Finally, we look ahead to Wuhan, where Aryna Sabalenka leads the field.SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and listener Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Jannik Sinner is OUT for the rest of the season, Carlos Alcaraz defends his Tokyo crown and Novak Djokovic moves to 102 tour-level titles! Join Joel, Kim and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ as we get stuck into a huge week in tennis, starting with the bombshell news that Sinner’s ongoing knee injury has ended his 2026 season. How do we assess his year ending with a 44-3 record and the fact this means Alexander Zverev will be the end of season World No. 1 despite being 2-9 against Top 10 players this year.We also celebrate Alcaraz’s 27th title in Tokyo and ask whether Sinner’s absence gives him a golden opportunity to finally conquer the ATP Finals, Shanghai, Paris or all three. Plus, Djokovic lifted his seventh Beijing title for his 102nd career trophy, while Daniil Medvedev was dramatically defaulted after accidentally hitting a spectator. We also debate the WTA’s announcement of equal prize money at all combined 1000 events from 2027, especially given the tour’s financial struggles. Is this an important step forward or a risky move? Plus, we say farewell to Kei Nishikori and preview the Shanghai Masters.SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and listener Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Carlos Alcaraz puts on another show, saving two match points as Team Europe take a 7-5 lead at the Laver Cup! Join Joel and Kim at Tennis Weekly HQ as we catch up on a dramatic Day 2 in London, where every singles match delivered. Alcaraz produced another Laver Cup classic against Taylor Fritz in front of a spectating Roger Federer and Andy Murray, winning 6-3, 4-6, 13-11 to level the tie at 5-5. We also get stuck into Alex de Minaur’s incredible comeback against Alexander Zverev, his bizarre 4-0 record over him in team events, that chest bump celebration with captain Andre Agassi and why Zverev continues to struggle in Laver Cup singles. Plus, Learner Tien battled past Flavio Cobolli before Zverev and Casper Ruud put Europe back in front in the doubles - are Team World missing out on a true doubles lynchpin like they used to have with Jack Sock?We also debate why there isn’t a women’s Laver Cup and what that could look like, with the potential for Sabalenka and Swiatek teaming up for doubles and the sofa content they could generate! Plus, we look ahead to a huge final day, with three points on offer per match. Can Team Europe hold their nerve and regain the title?SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and listener Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

CARLOS ALCARAZ IS BACK IN LONDON… and Team Europe are already in control! Europe lead 3-1 after a dramatic opening day at the Laver Cup. Join Joel and Kim at Tennis Weekly HQ as we get stuck into 'Mensikaraz' impressive doubles win over Taylor Fritz and Alexander Bublik. Following on from his US Open Mixed Doubles triumph, is Mensik becoming the best singles player in the world of doubles and should teams consider bringing in doubles specialists to give them an edge? We also debate Team World captain Andre Agassi’s decision to play Bublik in back-to-back singles and doubles, while late replacement Brandon Nakashima explains how he got the call up following US Open finalist Ben Shelton's withdrawal as he got Team World’s first point on the board — the Summer of Nakashima continues!Elsewhere, we ask the big question: why hasn’t Jannik Sinner played in the Laver Cup? Could we ever see the dream Alcaraz-Sinner doubles partnership, and what would that even look like? Plus, we look ahead to Day 2 action as Alcaraz takes on Taylor Fritz in singles and Alexander Zverev faces Alex de Minaur. Can Carlos lead Team Europe to another dominant day in London, or will Team World fight back?SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and listener Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Is the tennis news story of the year about to drop?! Is Carlos Alcaraz’s former coach Juan Carlos Ferrero about to coach Jannik Sinner in 2027?! In other news Holger Rune is BACK, Great Britain are through to the Davis Cup Final 8 and the USA have somehow crashed out! Join Joel and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ for our first post-US Open tour catch-up as we get stuck into Rune’s emotional return after 11 months out with an Achilles injury. Can the Dane get his career back on track, and could he cause some serious problems for Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner again? We also celebrate Great Britain reaching the Davis Cup Final 8 without Jack Draper or Cameron Norrie — could Arthur Fery lead the charge in Bologna? Meanwhile, Ben Shelton’s Davis Cup struggles continued as the USA suffered a shock defeat to Czechia. Should Shelton have played, and why does the US keep underperforming in this competition?Plus, we discuss Draper calling time on his season and Joe Salisbury’s retirement after a hugely successful career, while Iva Jovic defended her Guadalajara title in style and Kaitlin Quevedo claimed her first WTA title. We preview the Laver Cup as Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev headline Team Europe’s return to London. Can Team Europe reclaim the trophy, or will Team World continue their recent dominance?SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and listener Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

The US Open is over and it’s time in true Tennis Weekly fashion for the Tennis Weekly Wrap-Up Show! After two weeks of daily coverage of Flushing Meadows, Joel, Kim and Chris look back on a tournament packed with surprises, shocks and some predictions that have aged better than others. We revisit our pre-tournament picks for the men’s and women’s champions, including the now-infamous ‘Summer of Nakashima’ hype and our shocking lack of faith in Elena Rybakina, before handing out our US Open awards for Best Match, Biggest Upset, Biggest Surprise, One To Watch and Most Room For Improvement. Plus, there’s brand-new award categories for our favourite straight-sets match and best fashion fits - does Osaka make the cut?Then it’s time for our patented Peak, Pit and Pleasant Surprise scorecard, featuring everything from Zheng winning sets from 0-5 and an iconic $100 red chicken nugget box (with caviar!) to the joys of nocturnal tennis and the mysterious smell of weed around the grounds. We’ll also celebrate some unexpected British runs, discuss the battle for the women’s world No.1 ranking and reveal which players have caught our eye for what comes next. Add in a few bold predictions that went spectacularly wrong, some strong opinions and the usual Tennis Weekly chaos, and you’ve got the perfect way to close out the US Open!ONE MAAY ONE MAAY creates stylish display frames that turn your favourite tennis racket into wall art. Click the link to view and purchase from the ONE MAAY Grand Slam collection.SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and subscriber Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

Alexander Zverev is a two-time Grand Slam champion! The German battled past home hope Ben Shelton in four sets to win the US Open and exorcise his demons from finishing runner-up to Dominic Thiem in the final six years ago. Join Joel and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ for our US Open Day 15 catch-up as we debate whether Zverev is now genuinely in the conversation with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, or simply the best of the rest without a statement win over either of them in a major. Plus, could he go one step further and complete the career Grand Slam, having already reached Australian Open and Wimbledon finals?For Ben Shelton, the wait for an American male Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick at the US Open 2003 goes on. Was this a valuable reality check for the 23-year-old, and what does he still need to add to his game to back-up his booming serve to win a major? We also debate whether his ‘panic’ play on the biggest points and lack of experience at this stage were deciding factors plus whether Shelton can give himself another shot at Grand Slam glory next season. Our Collect a Set champion is also revealed as we announce who is taking home the coveted Tennis Weekly Mug…SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and subscriber Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!REVIEWS***Please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It really means a lot to us at HQ and helps make it easier for new listeners to discover us. Thanks!***

World No.1 AND US Open champion! Elena Rybakina completed a fairytale in New York, beating Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to win her second Grand Slam title and finally reach the top of the rankings. Join Joel and Chris at Tennis Weekly HQ for our US Open Day 14 catch-up as we celebrate an incredible turnaround for Rybakina, who was a major injury doubt before the tournament and is now one Roland Garros title away from completing the career Grand Slam. Could she really go on to dominate women’s tennis? For Sabalenka, there were yet more emotional scenes and racket smashes as she lost another big final and is now slamless for the first time since 2023. When will her Grand Slam trophy drought finally end, and what is it about Rybakina’s game that Sabalenka finds so difficult to solve?Away from the court, we discuss the worrying financial situation facing the WTA, with projected operating losses of $23 million in 2026. Is the tour struggling to capture the casual audience and market its biggest stars? We also celebrate Neal Skupski’s Grand Slam doubles triumph, Alfie Hewett’s wheelchair tennis heroics and look ahead to the men’s final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton. Can Shelton become the first American male Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick in 2003?SUBSCRIBESign-up to Tennis Weekly: Ad-free + Extras to listen to ad-free episodes, enjoy monthly bonus podcasts, behind the scenes tournament content, member only quiz episodes and subscriber Q&A podcasts.SOCIALSFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, plus email the show tennisweeklypod@gmail.com.MERCHPurchase Tennis Weekly Merch through our Etsy store including limited edition designs by Krippa Design where all proceeds go towards the podcast so we can keep doing what we do!