Love All with Kim Clijsters

Join four-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down the WTA Finals at Indian Wells, including Jessica Pegula’s hot-mic controversy, Elena Rybakina’s withdrawal, and Aryna Sabalenka’s return to a sports psychologist. Plus, Kim analyzes Coco Gauff’s success against Pegula, the impact of faster courts and bouncier balls, and Mirra Andreeva’s development. The two also revisit Kim’s WTA Finals fashion memories and discuss the mental and physical demands of life on tour. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Kim’s Rec: SURVIVAL First Aid Kits https://survivalfirstaidkits.com/products/vehicle-first-aid-kit  Blair’s Rec: Wilson Pro Overkit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GUEXTQ?plpRedirect=mhFallback&ref=clp_hp_h_pc&th=1  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to Love All 01:27 Jessica Pegula’s Hot Mic Controversy 06:57 Pegula & Mirra Andreeva Laugh It Off 07:56 Kim Clijsters’ WTA Finals Fashion Flashback 10:38 WTA Finals Photoshoot & Fashion Reactions 19:09 Elena Rybakina Withdraws from WTA Finals 22:16 Kim on Jet Lag & Player Recovery 23:57 Aryna Sabalenka Returns to a Sports Psychologist 28:03 Indian Wells Conditions, Court Speed & Wilson Balls 32:07 Coco Gauff’s Win Over Jessica Pegula 35:58 Mirra Andreeva Defeats Elina Svitolina 37:54 Mirra Andreeva’s Post-Match Practice Routine 39:39 Mirra Andreeva Responds to Blair’s Question 40:42 Marta Kostyuk’s Wrist Injury & Serve Changes 43:36 Garbiñe Muguruza’s Role as Tournament Director 45:54 Behind the Scenes at the WTA Finals 47:51 Player Fatigue & Offseason Plans 49:48 WTA Finals Fan Experience in Indian Wells 52:37 Kim’s Recommendation of the Week 54:17 Tennis Gear, Grips & Superstitions 58:44 Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Juan Carlos Ferrero joining Ben Shelton's coaching team and what it could mean for his future. Kim shares her thoughts on Shelton's game, Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev securing year-end No. 1, and Leylah Fernandez's impressive resurgence. Plus, WTA Finals predictions, the race to Turin, Rafa Jodar's historic rise, and the Matteo Berrettini–Lorenzo Musetti drama. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 5:03 Rafa Jodar's Historic Rise to the ATP Top 10 6:55 Juan Carlos Ferrero Joins Ben Shelton's Coaching Team 11:08 Can Ferrero Fix Shelton's Inconsistency? 16:33 Elena Rybakina's Year-End No. 1 & Ranking Bonuses 20:49 Alexander Zverev's Year-End No. 1 & Top 10 Struggles 25:58 Carlos Alcaraz's 26-Match Winning Streak & Latest Results 27:03 Leylah Fernandez's Fall Resurgence & Back-to-Back Finals 30:26 Coach Eric Hechtman on Fernandez's Technical & Mental Improvements 33:12 Kim Clijsters on Serve Variety & Disguising the Ball Toss 41:05 ATP Finals: The Race to Turin Heats Up 44:26 WTA Finals Predictions & Indian Wells Conditions 46:41 Matteo Berrettini & Lorenzo Musetti's Italian Drama 49:10 Kim Clijsters on Handling Media Scrutiny & Personal Rumors 54:05 Rec Room 58:05 Closing Thoughts Kim’s Rec: The Cruelest Game: Chasing Greatness in Professional Tennis by Matthew Futterman https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385550723?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback  Blair’s Rec:  Maui Jim Sports Sunglasses https://www.mauijim.com/shop/sunglasses/rimless/ho-okipa?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1410774149&gbraid=0AAAAADQ1-cuMl27NdiU7x524UJmzOO4XU&gclid=CjwKCAiAqabXBhBUEiwAw_SQpaFINheyLJW4VESS6AmXKqxJZQ53-CGYA6Ix03W02mkbw-YHKaKU1hoC3nkQAvD_BwE&frameColor=10&variantCode=R407-10  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they sit down with WTA Director of Safeguarding & Integrity Lindsay Brandon for an inside look at the fight to protect tennis players. Brandon reveals how the WTA's Threat Matrix program identifies online abusers, why angry gamblers are responsible for much of the harassment, and how betting platforms are beginning to ban offenders. The trio discusses recent online abuse targeting Coco Gauff and Iva Jovic, safeguarding concerns involving coaches and families, and the challenges of holding social media platforms accountable. Plus, Kim reflects on how player safety has evolved since her time on tour and what still needs to change. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 0:20 Jannik Sinner hires Magnus Norman 4:32 Sinner's return & Juan Carlos Ferrero's coaching future 5:46 Lindsay Brandon, WTA’s Director of Safeguarding & Integrity joins Love All 8:46 Why the WTA created a safeguarding department 11:10 Monitoring abuse from coaches, parents & team members 14:07 Protecting players who don't recognize abusive relationships 18:16 How the WTA investigates concerns & anonymous reports 23:07 Holding coaches accountable & enforcing safeguarding standards 26:16 Kim reflects on player safety during her career 28:19 Why reports of abuse are increasing on the WTA Tour 31:02 Lindsay's role in anti-doping & player education 32:55 Threat Matrix: How the WTA fights online abuse 36:48 How players are protected from abusive messages 39:45 Threat Matrix results: Removing serious online abusers 40:47 How abusive posts and accounts get removed 43:48 Why aren't social media platforms doing more? 46:26 The Bad Actor Program: Banning abusive gamblers 49:57 Holding betting platforms accountable 52:24 The challenges of stopping international gamblers 54:23 Sports betting revenue vs. player safety 57:20 Why lower-ranked players may be more vulnerable to online abuse 1:00:04 Can the WTA actually stop online harassment? 1:06:41 Kim & Blair react to the WTA's player protection efforts 1:09:48 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down new champions Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Maja Chwalińska in Shanghai and Wuhan, Iga Świątek's decision to end her season, and Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils' split. Plus, Novak Djokovic chases Roger Federer's record, Serena Williams' Hall of Fame absence raises comeback questions, and Kim reveals her new role as World TeamTennis captain alongside stars Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to Love All  03:52 Davidovich Fokina Wins Shanghai  09:22 Can Rafa Jodar Back It Up?  13:32 Maja Chwalińska Wins Wuhan  17:35 Sonay Kartal's Injury Comeback  20:29 Iga Świątek Ends Her Season  23:31 Race to the WTA Finals  25:31 Svitolina & Monfils Split  31:26 Djokovic Chases Federer's Record  33:51 Serena Williams' Hall of Fame Absence  38:33 World TeamTennis Returns  39:21 Kim Clijsters' New Coaching Role  45:51 Rec Room Kim’s Rec: Positive tennis notes https://a.co/d/06NsOHzr  Fan @KirstenBee29 Rec: Kitsch Tennis Scrunchies  https://www.mykitsch.com/products/ruched-satin-scrunchies-5pc-set-cream-court-green-navy-blue?variant=52830025875637&nbt=nb:adwords:g:22799175108:181876555439:764444402157&nb_adtype=pla&nb_kwd=&nb_ti=pla-294682000766&nb_mi=9617523&nb_pc=online&nb_pi=shopify_US_10504080654517_52830025875637&nb_ppi=294682000766&nb_placement=&nb_si=%7Bsourceid%7D&nb_li_ms=&nb_lp_ms=&nb_fii=&nb_ap=&nb_mt=&tw_source=google&tw_adid=764444402157&tw_campaign=22799175108&tw_kwdid=pla-294682000766&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22799175108&gbraid=0AAAAADy756gXLwdk8kP7dQpexbfifeNbl&gclid=CjwKCAjwotzWBhBFEiwA1JhPoFXsnnwz-75VA8BXd6v2O7k2LMrCLBi4PZxACuAwtIx734cXSEqsGBoCWfwQAvD_BwE  Blair’s Rec: New Defyer Rackets https://www.wilson.com/en-us/collections/defyer-tennis-rackets  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Clijsters and Blair Henley are answering YOUR questions in an unfiltered Love All Q&A! From wild locker room stories and Carlos Alcaraz's mustache to controversial Grand Slam debates, the duo dives into player friendships, women's health in tennis, doubles strategy, and more! Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All  2:25 Zheng Qinwen, Alcaraz’s Mustache & Racket-Smashing Drama  8:14 Kim’s Wildest Tennis Bets  9:59 Fan Q&A: Friendships & Rivalries on Tour  15:03 What REALLY Happens in the Locker Room After a Loss?  19:48 Kim’s Unpopular Tennis Opinion  20:26 Should Grand Slams Change Their Format?  22:47 Doubles Strategy: Pro vs. Recreational Tennis  28:45 Which Players Are Different Behind the Scenes?  32:58 How Do Pro Athletes Manage Their Periods?  37:04 Kim & Blair’s Dream Podcast Guests  43:09 Rec Roomo  45:35 Closing Thoughts Blair’s Rec: K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo https://a.co/d/0dItDoQe  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have questions for Kim and Blair? DM them to our Instagram @loveallpodcast Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Jannik Sinner’s decision to end his 2026 season and what Alexander Zverev’s rise toward World No. 1 says about consistency at the top of the game. Plus, they react to Novak Djokovic’s historic run in Beijing, Daniil Medvedev’s controversial default, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina’s surprise early exits, Carlos Alcaraz’s winning return in Tokyo, and the pressure building as the race to the WTA Finals comes down to the wire. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Sabrina’s Fan Rec: Tom’s Alpargata Plus Shoes Neon Yellow Tennis Felt https://www.toms.com/products/womens-alpargata-plus-neon-yellow-tennis-felt-10023818?utm_source=shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=%7Bcampaignname%7D&tw_source=google&tw_adid=810823241243&tw_campaign=23889372848&tw_kwdid=pla-2334066208226&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23889372848&gbraid=0AAAAADzXiiWKuYt9l0VJdUkUD1PlueHv1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuJLWBhD_ARIsAIBcRUwiwKlcxGyKGuJZd0gHD0svSFt225kafVZVZdTx5whTswu96rcL2XsaAirPEALw_wcB  Kim’s Rec: Kid’s Yogi Tea (Yogi Tea Disney Collection) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKQBS71Y?plpRedirect=mhFallback&ref=clp_hp_h_pc  Blair’s Recs: Sherwin Williams Paint “Ripe Olive”  https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/green-paint-colors/sw6209-ripe-olive  Pottery Barn Carson Chair https://www.potterybarn.com/products/carson-upholstered-swivel-desk-chair/  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All  3:29 Blair’s backhand change & Kim’s biggest technical adjustments 7:55 Jannik Sinner shuts down his 2026 season 11:07 Alexander Zverev closes in on year-end World No. 1 14:08 Novak Djokovic wins Beijing & improves to 34–0 19:02 Daniil Medvedev defaulted against Djokovic 25:31 Sabalenka & Rybakina’s late-season struggles 29:18 Chinese tennis fans, gifts & Kim’s memories in Asia 31:57 Carlos Alcaraz wins Tokyo in his return 32:50 WTA Finals race & the pressure to qualify 37:10 Rec Room 42:34 Closing thoughts  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they welcome former World No. 6 and Australian Open doubles champion Chanda Rubin for a conversation about her career, her toughest matchups against Kim and Venus Williams, her unforgettable 1996 Australian Open run, becoming a trailblazer in tennis and her new children’s book. Plus, Kim and Blair break down the Laver Cup’s most viral moments, Czechia’s Billie Jean King Cup title, the controversy surrounding Nadia Prozorova’s concussion assessment, and Arthur Fils’ unusual trip through Tokyo qualifying. Chanda’s book Alora’s Pajama Party and Her Secret Sleepover Squad arrives Nov 17th — available now for preorder at all major booksellers! Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Blair’s Rec: Bath and Body Works Candles ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 4:06 Laver Cup: Agassi, Zverev & Favorite Moments 7:24 Laver Cup Fashion, Alcaraz & Behind-the-Scenes Stories 11:35 Czechia Wins the Billie Jean King Cup 13:17 Prozorova Concussion Controversy  19:40 Arthur Fils Plays in Tokyo Qualies 23:03 Chanda Rubin Joins the Show 24:06 Kim vs. Chanda & Their WTA Finals Matchups 29:01 Chanda’s Best & Worst Career Matchups 31:42 Chanda’s Incredible 1996 Australian Open Run 37:22 Life After Tennis & Going Back to School at Harvard 42:09 Chanda’s Journey Into Broadcasting 47:53 Inspiring the Next Generation of Black Tennis Players 52:35 Chanda Rubin’s New Children’s Book 56:51 Rapid Fire with Chanda Rubin 1:02:21 Rec Room Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Iva Jovic’s rapid rise and what makes the young American a potential future Grand Slam champion. Kim also dives into the challenges of Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup, Holger Rune’s return from injury, and the mental battle of staying motivated after the final major of the season. Plus, with the WTA Finals heading to Charlotte, Kim looks back on her three titles at the event and shares some stories from her playing days. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Kim’s Rec: Olbas Inhaler https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00016WRZO?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback&th=1  Blair’s Rec: Mac Eyeliner https://www.maccosmetics.com/products/eye-kohl-eyeliner?shade=Costa+Riche  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 1:45 Why more people should watch Challenger tennis 6:36 Iva Jovic deep dive: Defending her Guadalajara title 11:50 Love to win or hate to lose? The psychology of competitiveness 16:35 Peyton Stearns reaches her first WTA 500 final 21:10 Davis Cup: USA falls to Czechia & what makes a great team 27:20 Kim on why some players thrive in team competition 30:35 Holger Rune returns after 11 months out 33:42 Staying motivated after the final Grand Slam of the season 37:15 WTA Finals move to Charlotte & Kim’s Finals memories 42:35 Kim’s wild WTA Finals story 45:35 WTA Finals in Charlotte: Questions about the new five-day format 49:06 Rec Room 54:54 US Open player gifts & the rise of tournament gifting 56:40 Andy Roddick crashes Love All 59:22 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley for a full recap of the 2026 US Open, from Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev lifting the trophies to the matches, players and moments that defined two unforgettable weeks in New York. Kim breaks down Rybakina’s evolution and Aryna Sabalenka’s struggles in the women’s final, the tactical game plan Zverev used against Ben Shelton, and what Shelton can take from his breakthrough run. Plus, Kim and Blair share their favorite moments from around the grounds and the story behind Kim’s 2005 US Open champion photoshoot. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Blair’s Rec: Heat Holders Socks https://www.amazon.com/stores/HeatHolders/page/4274EF2C-396B-432A-9FD1-2E48D314D3E2  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 3:29 US Open Finals Recap: Rybakina, Sabalenka, Zverev & Shelton 6:12 What Has Changed in Elena Rybakina’s Game? 11:34 What Went Wrong for Aryna Sabalenka? 14:58 Zverev’s Winning Tactics Against Ben Shelton 21:00 Zverev’s Dominance Against Left-Handed Players 23:27 Best On-Court Moments of the US Open 33:48 Best Off-Court Moments of the US Open 47:29 US Open Champion Photoshoots: Kim’s 2005, 2009 & 2010 Looks 53:21 Rec Room & Show and Tell 59:24 Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sign up for the Served Bracket Challenge! https://served.bracket.tennis/  Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down the biggest storylines heading into the US Open, including Coco Gauff’s Cincinnati title and newfound confidence, Arthur Fils’ historic Masters 1000 breakthrough, Sara Bejlek’s run, and what Aryna Sabalenka needs to turn things around in New York. Plus, Blair takes us inside Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open practice, Kim reveals her picks to win the tournament, and the two look ahead to an emotional weekend in Newport as Roger Federer and Mary Carillo are inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Kim’s Rec: Roka Red Light Glasses https://www.roka.com/products/braker-2-0-wind-down-non-prescription?variantId=43333121212463  Blair’s Rec: Frozen Honey Deuce  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 2:37 US Open Fan Week: Qualifying buzz & New York energy 4:48 Cincinnati recap: Coco Gauff beats Jessica Pegula for the title 6:50 Coco Gauff’s transformation: Trusting the process & finding confidence 10:02 Jessica Pegula’s secret weapon 12:51 Sara Bejlek’s breakout run  15:59 Arthur Fils wins first Masters 1000 title 17:50 Frances Tiafoe’s Cincinnati run after wrist concerns 19:15 US Open Fan Week: Qualifying & practices 25:15 Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open practice & wrist comeback 28:54 Alcaraz on returning for the US Open & playing mixed doubles with Serena 30:44 Inside the hectic week before the US Open 34:59 US Open predictions 42:24 Roger Federer & Mary Carillo’s Hall of Fame induction 44:39 Kim reflects on her own Hall of Fame induction 47:44 Rec Room 52:06 Closing thoughts  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices