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

We're back in the top 10. YES!! "We" being us one-handers, that is. Couldn't be represented by a prettier version, or a better guy! Welcome back to where you belong, Grigor. A single-handed backhand and a single-digit ranking.

Apr 5th, 2024 50m 3s

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

Lots of stories from the BNP, Phoenix and beyond. But the truth is, if Berrettini is involved, he's always kinda the Boss

Mar 25th, 2024 51m 41s

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 mor

Rafa’s new role with the Saudi Tennis Federation has people talking, as one would imagine. And as such, we have our take, as well.

Feb 19th, 2024 49m 12s

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

Are there now more questions than answers in the men's game, after watching Jannik Sinner bludgeon the field, winning his first (of presumably numerous) major championships, down under?

Feb 2nd, 2024 49m 6s

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/adchoic

On the 2024 debut, "what does a dream semi look like this year?" Three youngsters and a Joker? Yep, that's probably a likely foursome!

Jan 12th, 2024 54m 53s

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

It was a year that belonged to Djokovic, Alcaraz, Gauff, Swiatek, and Sabalenka. But in the end, Jannick Sinner stole the Davis Cup, and the hearts of the tennis world!

Nov 29th, 2023 37m 2s

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

On the debut of KickServe ROCKS, REO's Kevin Cronin joins the team as our featured new "band-mate"

Oct 27th, 2023 34m 20s

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

Shanghai was some big-boy ballin', and Jessie and Leyla went off too. But somehow we got on the subject of Mac and his band rockin' Denver. And AZ was right there with him.

Oct 19th, 2023 37m 12s

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

When you sit down and take a look back at this career of Chrissie Evert, the numbers are astounding. And that's exactly what we did when she went into the USPTA Hall of Fame, on September 27th.

Oct 2nd, 2023 46m 31s

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

Coco breaks through, and Novak does it again. Is Coco on the verge of a huge run, or is the pressure about to ratchet up exponentially??

Sep 15th, 2023 38m 46s

Also: Ben Shelton, the phone thing, really? Maddie Keys, as tough a loss as a player can have. Can she bounce back stronger?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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!

Aug 25th, 2023 43m 32s

And...nice having 2 Americans in the top 10 in both men's and women's tennis, as the US Open looms large. Looks like BG and Coco are a pretty nice mix!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Man who would be King? Has someone finally dethroned the Big 3 for good?

Aug 8th, 2023 45m 17s

Also, our sport loses a legend, as we pay tribute to a true tennis industry giant, the late great Billy Freer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a grass-court spectacular this week on KSR. Mats and AZ debate what would be the best possible Wimby final the history books could put together? Mats has his opinion, but it's hard to argue with AZ on this one! Even Jonny agrees.

Jun 30th, 2023 50m 53s

Also, "hey Mats, why could you win the Australian on grass (twice), but never make a final at the big W? French hangover, or what?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Jokers were wild this past weekend. An amazing 24 hours for the two Serbian sensations. One is the now clear cut best ever, the other is the best right now!

Jun 15th, 2023 44m 37s

And how about Austin Krajicek, single-handedly carrying US men's tennis, with a French Doubles Championship. And now...like the 2 Jokers...he's #1 in the world!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former French Champs galore, as The Jensens celebrate 30 years since their title, and Mats celebrates in rather dubious fashion.

May 25th, 2023 41m 52s

Also, what's your dream French final, now that Rafa has had to break our hearts? And, we pay tribute to Davo, as the Golden Age Aussies lose one of their brothers.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who are YOUR favorite all-time dirt-ballers? We've got our list, and in fact one of our guys is on it! If you guessed AZ, you're close, but you've obviously never seen him hit a forehand.

May 5th, 2023 47m 36s

Also, we pay tribute to one of LA's finest. Tony Graham packed a lot of life into 66 years. He will be remembered fondly!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holger Rune is definitely a conversation starter, to say the very least! Mats has some provocative thoughts, but ultimately thinks the sky is the limit for the dynamic Dane.

Apr 20th, 2023 47m 4s

Former Notre Dame star, Andy Zurcher fills us in on a story of incredible inspiration and adversity with a college teammate who faces unimaginable challenges.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mats and AZ do a red carpet exclusive with REO's Kevin Cronin. The story of how this happened is a wild one! If you didn't already love this guy, you will now!

Apr 6th, 2023 1h 4m

And you definitely want to listen to the whole thing, because the end of the show is EPIC!!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The desert swing in paradise did not disappoint. There's no escape from Alcaraz, and Rybakina is here to stay.

Mar 22nd, 2023 57m 2s

Meanwhile over in Phoenix, youth was served, as Nuno Borges nips Sascha Schevchenko in a field that included Berrettini, Monfils, and Schwartzman. And then there's Rajeev Ram. Oh yes, we definitely like him!!Learn more about your ad choices. V

With a set of wheels that won't quit, Alex de Minaur is doing the Aussies proud. Can his "grind you into sawdust" style put him in major contention?

Mar 8th, 2023 40m 24s

Tennis in paradise may not have The Djoker or Rafa, but Mats Wilander thinks the Americans have plenty to offer the Indian Wells crowds, who have high expectations, and rightfully so.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic

Big John Isner just LOVES playing 3rd set TB's in Dallas Open Finals, doesn't he? Coach Philip Farmer lets us know what the monster-serving American hopes to do at age 37.

Feb 20th, 2023 48m 52s

Also, we examine what players are on the brink of breaking through, as '23 moves toward tennis in paradise.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Djoker dominates in winning Aussie #10, while Aryna gets her elusive 1st major. Lots of mixed messages in this one, as '23 starts out a little crazy!

Feb 2nd, 2023 50m 41s

Americans came out on fire, but fizzled in week 2. Tommy Paul and Ben Shelton showed out bigtime!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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