The Gay Tennis Podcast

We're (finally) back to talk Wimbledon and the grass court season with our friend Stephen (@slomo_delpo). Stephen and Tony discuss - and also debate - all things grass court season. Then they look ahead. Listen to hear more about: Is grass still the gayest season? What were the highs and lows of Wimbledon? Was Naomi Osaka's run a success? Where does Amanda Anisimova go from here? And most importantly, is Scheena Shay from Vanderpump Rules a good reality star? We get into it all! For more from us, find us on Twitter and Instagram! And if you're enjoying the pod, please give us a 5-star review!

Tony records a quick update 3 days into Wimbledon. Topics include: Musetti lost: Is it because he shaved his leg hair? Alcaraz vs Fognini Seeds are losing everywhere: Where do we go from here? What 3 WTA players are Tony obsessing over because of their draws? Hint: One is Alexandrova. Learn that and more in our latest episode!

Tony presents guest co-host David Kane (@dktnnis) about whether this grass season is the gayest of the year. It is historically, but 2025 has been…weird. Hear them discuss the start of the grass season and why it stands out as particularly gay. Then join them as they discuss the recently-announced cast for the US Traitors season 4, including Monet Xchange, Colton Underwood (why?) and many more. For more from us, find us on Twitter and Instagram! And if you're enjoying the pod, please give us a 5-star review!

Britney Spears described her album Britney Jean as "a little more personal", and this episode is a little more personal for Tony. But don't worry: This episode is way better than that album. Tony has one of his closest friends (and self-identified pusher), David, on the podcast to talk all sorts of tennis mess. Here's what they get into: Coming out together in college Playing sports as gay kids/adults How David is a successful pusher in tennis and why Tony thinks you *must* respect the pusher game Tony explains why he sees both sides of the Coco vs Aryna Roland Garros drama Plus hear their gayest moments of the weekThis is a fun one you don't want to miss! For more from us, find us on Twitter and Instagram! And if you're enjoying the pod, please subscribe and give us a 5-star review!

Can you believe it has been 10 years (!!) since Serena completed her second Serena slam in 2015?! We can’t. And we’re still not over it.Join us and fellow Tony, Serena stan and creator of the Tennis Watchers substack (tjc05 on Twitter and Bluesky) as we break down Serena’s 2015 tournament by tournament.In this special Clay-Rena Part 2, we talk about Serena's clay court season, including: Serena's Vogue cover story about her friendship with Caroline WozniackiHer iconic battles (and arguments!) with friend Vika AzarenkaHer first loss on tour of the year to Petra Kvitova in MadridAnd of course, her wild ride to her third Roland Garros title, which included five 3-set wins Don't miss this fun breakdown with tons of random stories from this historic season that saw Serena truly become mother. We even get into her 2013 match with Sloane at the Australian Open. You can hear a short bonus episode about that here. Need to catch up on Part 1 about Serena's run to the AO title, her return to Indian Wells and 8th title in Miami? Listen on Spotify or Apple. Stay tuned for more installments as we look back at Serena’s 2015 season by subscribing to the podcast! And for more from us, find us on Twitter and Instagram!

This is one of our favorite conversations of all time! Hear Tony and author Katie Chandler talk about pro tennis and her new book, Backhanded Compliments. The book is a queer romance story between two women tennis stars (!). Katie describes it as: A steamy sapphic romance with a fantastical twist about two bitter tennis rivals who realize they are reluctant soulmates. It’s available now - go get it! You’ll enjoy it! We know you’ll enjoy this conversation. Follow Katie on Instagram to get more on her amazing work. And get links to buy her book, Backhanded Compliments, here. Or you can buy it on Amazon now! 

Tony finally updates everyone on his main draw experience, including being on the grounds for Rafa Nadal's retirement ceremony, Osaka vs Badosa, Danielle Collins, and his experience in the box with all-you-can-eat French food. Then he talks about the women's semi-finals and previews the men's semi-finals that are set to play tomorrow. Get his thoughts on Sabalenka vs Swiatek and Gauff vs Boisson. Plus, hear what Agassi said about Musetti that caught Tony's ear. For more from us, find us on Twitter and Instagram! And if you're enjoying the pod, please subscribe and give us a 5-star review!

Roland Garros is heating up! We’re joined by our friend and creator of Tuned into Tennis, Myles David (@tunedintotennis), to talk all things Roland Garros! We talk 3rd and 4rd rounds and then look forward to the QFs. Topics include: Pride Month has begun! Sunday’s matches at RG, including Iga vs Rybakina, Sabalenka vs Anisimova and more. Amelie Mauresmo dodging questions about fair scheduling TNT’s coverage of Roland Garros For more from us, find us on Twitter and Instagram! And if you're enjoying the pod, please give us a 5-star review!

Tony packed his bags and took his tragic American self to Paris for Roland Garros! Hear about his trip, qualifying and his overall take on the tournament. Hint: There are hits and misses. Stay tuned to hear more from his experience!Follow along with David’s reporting on tennis.com ahead of RG. And to follow our RG journey (we're going!), join us on Twitter and Instagram!