Fonseca's Breakthrough In Basel, Sinner Defeats Zverev In Vienna And More With ATP Writer Sam Jacot

Bradley Klahn joins the show to recap Jannik Sinner's run to the Paris Masters Title, and the Italian's improbable return to the No. 1 Ranking on the ATP. Klahn breaks down Felix Auger Aliassime's elite performance indoors, and his decision to rest during the final week as his battle with Lorenzo Musetti for the final spot at the ATP Finals hangs in the battle. The Stanford alum and former pro discusses Alexander Bublik's resurgent season, Valentin Vacherot's incredible breakthrough, and Novak Djokovic's decision to play in Athens. Klahn also dives into the WTA Finals where the final qualifier Elena Rybakina has reached the semifinals. The commentator weighs in on Madison Keys impressive 2025, Iga Swiatek's improvements on fast courts, and ponders if anyone can top World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at this year's final tournament for the women. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ATP writer Sam Jacot joins the podcast to recap Joao Fonseca's biggest title to date in Basel, and explains why the Brazilian teenager is making strides to become a generational superstar. Jacot breaks down Jannik Sinner's narrow victory over Alexander Zverev in Vienna, assessing Zverev's level and Sinner's decision to re-invent parts of his game. The writer also discusses Belinda Bencic and Ann Li's recent tournament wins, with the latter being another American woman to have success in 2025. Jacot also reacts to the news that Saudi Arabia will host a new Masters event in the years ahead, and ponders how the schedule could be adjusted going forward. The jouralist also shares some early thoughts on the WTA Finals and the ATP Paris Masters, where Valentin Vacherot continues to impress and Grigor Dimitrov made a triumphant and winning return to the court. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conor Casey joins the podcast for a conversation about how he developed his passion for tennis in Canada, and how he found his calling creating humorous and informative content about the game online. The coach discusses his own career playing junior tennis and at the NCAA level at Ohio State, and explains when and why he began making videos. Casey explains what goes into production process, using real-life experiences as inspiration, and the feedback he's gotten from club and pro level players. Casey also shares his thoughts on the Canadian tennis system both past and present, and examines the NCAA landscape in the current age compared to when he played. The social media sensation shares several personal stories such as playing against Daily Show host Michael Kosta in college, and lists several of his Canadian comedian influences as well in this engaging episode about carving your own path in the world of tennis. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the most accomplished coaches in pro tennis joins this episode of The Inside-In Podcast, as Wim Fissette discusses his path from playing the sport in Belgium to coaching seven different major title runs and counting. Fissette recounts his time working with Kim Clijsters during her extraordinary comeback, and how he developed his own style while working with players like Sabine Lisicki, Victoria Azarenka, Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka. The coach also dives into his time with his current player Iga Swiatek, what he has learned working with the Polish superstar up-close, and how things came together perfectly this past summer as she won the Wimbledon championships. Fissette also gives his thoughts on modern coaching's evolution, from how he uses data to in-match coaching and which tournament has actually perfected it. The coach shares his passion for Unbox Sports, an agency he co-founded that seeks to elevate and support tennis coaches while helping them reach their full potential. It's a fun and fascinating interview with one of the brightest minds behind several transcendent champions on the WTA! Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tennis commentator Candy Reid appears on this episode to recap some terrific action in the pro game, which saw some familiar ATP faces return to the winner's circle. Reid analyzes how Daniil Medvedev was able to notch his first title in over two years, and how Casper Ruud and Felix Auger Aliassime secured indoor hard court titles and remain alive in the race for the ATP Finals next month. The broacaster also breaks down how Leylah Fernandez and Elena Rybakina stormed to WTA titles, with the latter firmly alive for the final spot in the WTA Finals. Reid covers a wide range of topics including the Six Kings Slam, Alex De Minaur's competitiveness, and Novak Djokovic's future as 2025 winds down. The commentator also weighs in on rising WTA talents Iva Jovic and Tereza Valentova, Holger Rune's terrible injury, and the strong depth featured week in and week out on both tours. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fast Track Tennis is a training tool that feeds balls at a quicker and more precise pace than ever before. Hear from the founder and CEO John Davey, who joined the podcast to explain how this product came to be, and how he used his own backstory as a self-taught tennis player to shape it's development. Davey covers several topics about Fast Track Tennis in this interview, including his main goal of keeping the price point down to ensure access to everyone, and how his company came to partner with Olympic Gold Medalist and pioneer Zina Garrison on a joint "1-2-3 Method" for children. The founder also discusses the benefits for Fast Track Tennis as a tool for coaches, and explains why with the feeding machine and the subsequent app available on iPhones, there is no beating the amount of reps Fast Track Tennis can provide. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Robbie Koenig returns to the podcast to recap all the action he called at The Shanghai Masters, which saw qualifier Valentin Vacherot complete a life-changing run and win the most unlikely Masters Title ever. Koenig explains how Vacherot put it all together and seized the moment in China, and reacts to the spectacle of his match in the final vs. his own cousin, Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech. The commentator also analyzes what may be holding Novak Djokovic back a bit in these events, discusses Daniil Medvedev's improved form, and assesses Learner Tien's terrific rookie year on tour. Koenig also explains how Coco Gauff was able to block out the surrounding noise and win the Wuhan WTA Masters comfortably. The broadcaster shares his thoughts on Jessica Pegula's impressive win over Aryna Sabalenka, the battle for WTA number one, and the true value of getting the college tennis experience on this episode. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Mark Kovacs joins the podcast for a conversation about his path from tennis player to high-performance expert, and his career at the forefront of training elite athletes. Kovacs explains how he transitioned into the world of player development, and makes the case for tennis players being the most well-rounded athletes in the sporting world. The performance physiologist also explains where tennis players need to improve at the elite level, and how working with other athletes such as track and field stars has led to some breakthroughs on the court. Kovacs also examines the serve from his esteemed point of view, having spent considerable time dissecting the entire motion of the shot into eight specific parts. The sports technology consultant goes in depth into what specifically is holding back pros with serving woes, and how quickly issues can be fixed at the highest level. He's worked with pros such as Madison Keys and John Isner, and Mark Kovacs remains one of the sharpest minds in the tennis world today. You won't want to miss this episode. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Hall of Famer Pam Shriver joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the pro tennis world, and why the women's game in particular is in such great shape going forward. Shriver assesses how Amanda Anisimova stormed to another Masters Title in Beijing, and explains why she's such a great representative for the game and mental health. The broadcaster dives into the brutal conditions in Shanghai, and compares Novak Djokovic finally getting the adulation from the crowd to that of Martina Navratilova as he fights on in Asia. Shriver goes in depth about several topics including Carlos Alcaraz showing wisdom in his schedule, Coco Gauff's working plan for her serve, and the race for the WTA's No. 1 ranking between Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek. The commentator also gives her opinions on the court speed debate and Gael Monfils' decision to retire at the end of next season, along with the announcement of the 2026 International Tennis Hall of Fame nominees, headlined by Roger Federer. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tennis Hall of Famer Stan Smith and his business partner Gary Niebur join the podcast to discuss their book, "Winning Trust: How To Create The Moments That Matter." The co-authors explain how they became business partners and used the lessons that tennis taught them to teach people in all walks of life, and dive into the core ingredients they use to create life experiences that will better individuals and organizations alike. Smith also reflects on the staying power that his iconic sneaker, "The Stan Smith Adidas," has maintained throughout the years. The two-time major champion shares his favorite colorways and collaborations that the shoe has been a part of, and discusses his documentary, "Who Is Stan Smith?" which is streaming now. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.