Is it a RIVALRY, or just an intriguing matchup we should enjoy while it lasts? In any case, Novak got the last rip in Cincy! Get your popcorn ready, New York!

Also, how about a fantasy Davis Cup tie, featuring some of Spain's best ever vs the great Swedes of all-time. I promise you Mats and Alex had some serious fun with this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also, new coach for Novak?? Mats has some thoughts on who and why. AND, who has more "in-game impact", singles coaches or doubles coaches? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also, Cracked Racquets’ Alex Gruskin brings his high energy, youthful charm to the proceedings, and Mats talks about a nerve-racking experience on the stage at Indian Wells. Carlos & Iga roll in the garden, and Nuno defends his title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus….KickServeRocks, and Jonny’s hot list. Lots to get to, as we all descend on the desert! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And what about the state of men's pro doubles? The new #1 is a great guy and great player, but he's 43 years young! And Aryna may not be "ranked" #1, but I mean...come on, seriously?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And, Mats, Jonny, and our rockstar Kevin Cronin all weigh in with some fun thoughts about where we are in '24! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also, we pay tribute to a legend. Coach Dave Snyder was one of the greats in Texas Longhorn history, and meant the world to Jonny, AZ, and thousands more whose lives he touched over an incredible life in tennis. "He taught us to LIVE the right way!"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And Mats does a nice rendition of Knockin' on Heaven's Door, only to be complimented later for his great job on Stairway to Heaven!! Oh well, can't win 'em all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And Ben Shelton, Grigor, and Sebbie get some love this week, too. Oh, and we got a REAL rock star joining the show. This thing just keeps getting better! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also, John Embree calls it a career as USPTA CEO, and what a run he had! Plus, "hey Mats, when you look in the mirror for the first time after reaching #1 in the world, what and who do you see"? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices