Interview with Ellen Perez: 8-time WTA Doubles Champion!

Former World No. 5 Daniela Hantuchova joins Match Point Canada for an exclusive interview! Daniela discusses her work in the commentator space and as an analyst, the incredible rise of Alex Eala, her growing popularity, and the excitement surrounding the young Filipino tennis star. We also chat about the challenges of the lengthy tennis season, and Serena's return. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2026 Shanghai Masters is in the books! Ben of Match Point Canada is joined by Ben from the Game To Love podcast to break down Alejandro Davidovich Fokina's breakthrough title in Shanghai! We also discuss the continued rise of young Spaniard Rafael Jodar, whose on-court behaviour drew criticism this past week. Plus, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz remain in action as the ATP season winds down. What can we expect from the biggest names in men's tennis heading into the final stretch of 2026 and who's in the best spot to reach the end-of-year finals? All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's an 8-time champion in doubles, achieving a career high ranking of No. 7! Australia's Ellen Perez joins Mike McIntyre on Match Point Canada as the two caught up at the National Bank Open earlier this summer. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's one of the top coaches on the WTA and is now working alongside Leylah Fernandez! Guest Eric Hechtman returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss his blossoming new partnership with 2021 US Open finalist Leylah Fernandez. Host Mike McIntyre covers how the partnership came to be and the specific goals Eric has to take Leylah to new heights in her game. This episode is brought to you by Everyside! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our 2026 US Open is officially a wrap! Ben and Mike breakdown the action from Flushing Meadows, and recap the men's final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton, and a second GS title secured from the German. They also look back at Elena Rybakina's triumphant run in New York and her ascent to world number 1! This episode is brought to you by RCVRI located on 8 Mercer Street in downtown Toronto Use Code: matchpointcan for a discount :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are through one week of action at the US Open! Hosts Ben and Mike tackle stories through week one, including a strong start for Aryna Sabalenka, athletes vs. the media in press conferences, and a look around the women's field. Plus, can anybody stop Carlos Alcaraz in the men's field? This episode brought to you by Everyside! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Mike McIntyre has a short interview with Iva Jovic at the National Bank Open, as the American answers a series of rapid-fire questions! Enjoy! Photo: Images by Neena Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cincinnati Open has officially wrapped up with big titles from Arthur Fils and Coco Gauff! Ben and Mike recap all the action at the latest 1000 event, cover the news of Carlos Alcaraz returning, plus take a peak at some of the names in the US Open qualifying and mixed doubles! Episode is brought to you by Everyside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our latest interview is here! Mike caught up with Mirra Andreeva at the National Bank Open for a fun conversation about life on and off the tennis court. Mirra discusses her hobbies away from tennis, attending Daria Kasatkina’s wedding, and her excitement about heading to New York and competing at the US Open. Photo: Images By Neena Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The National Bank Open in Toronto and Montreal has officially wrapped up! Ben and Mike recap the action as Iga Swiatek delivered a big statement win with her first title of 2026. We reflect on all the best storylines in Toronto including the Eala Effect. Meanwhile, Ben Shelton repeated as champion in Canada with a big victory in Montreal. This episode is brought to you by RCVRI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices