Talking Tennis
John Silk
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Talking Tennis is a podcast dedicated to tennis, hosted by John Silk. Each episode features interviews, news, and analysis from a panel of experts, coaches, players, and former players. Listeners get insights into the world of tennis from multiple perspectives, covering tournaments, players, and stories from the sport.
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ATP Weekly: Was dealing with pressure the key to Zverev beating Shelton in the US Open final? How do we rate the tournaments of Tiafoe, Michelsen, Fritz? Are we sleeping on Learner Tien? Did Alcaraz justify his return from injury? 15.09.2026 1h 24minWas handling the pressure the key to Alexander Zverev’s victory over Ben Shelton in the 2026 US Open final? Steve Flink joins John on this episode of ATP Weekly, we examine what separated the finalists and what their performances tell us about the road ahead. We also assess the US Open campaigns of Frances Tiafoe, Alex Michelsen and Taylor Fritz. Who impressed, who fell short, and are we sleeping on Learner Tien? Plus, did Carlos Alcaraz justify his return from injury—and what can we take from his time in New York? Join us for debate, analysis and a look at the biggest stories from the men’s tournament. Who deserves the most credit for their US Open campaign? Please follow this podcast and give us a rating, it really makes a difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
WTA Weekly: Rybakina wins first US Open - how many Slams can she win? Can Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff bounce back? 15.09.2026 1h 29minElena Rybakina is a US Open champion—but could this be only the beginning of a new era of dominance? On this week’s WTA Weekly, we reflect on Rybakina’s magnificent triumph in New York and ask how many Grand Slam titles she could ultimately win. Does she now have the game—and the belief—to challenge for every major? We also assess the chasing pack after a dramatic US Open. How will Aryna Sabalenka respond to another painful defeat? Can Iga Swiatek rediscover her best tennis? And will Coco Gauff bounce back and add to her Grand Slam collection? Plus, we discuss the biggest stories from Flushing Meadows and what the results could mean for the balance of power at the top of the women’s game. Subscribe to Talking Tennis for weekly WTA analysis, reaction and debate. #Tennis #WTA #Rybakina #USOpen #Sabalenka #Swiatek #Gauff #WTAWeekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Elena Rybakina beats Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 5-7 6-2 to win first US Open title: Post-match reaction 13.09.2026 36minElena Rybakina is the 2026 US Open champion! 🏆 Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in a gripping three-set final to capture the first US Open title of her career. After Sabalenka battled back to force a deciding set, Rybakina regained control and produced a commanding finish on Arthur Ashe Stadium to lift the trophy. In this post-match reaction, we analyse: 🎾 How Rybakina overcame Sabalenka🔥 The decisive moments of the final🏆 What this maiden US Open triumph means for Rybakina📊 Where the match was won and lost🔮 What comes next for both players Was Rybakina the deserved champion? Let us know what you made of the final in the comments—and remember to like the video and subscribe to Talking Tennis for more match reactions, analysis and live watchalongs. #ElenaRybakina #ArynaSabalenka #USOpen #USOpen2026 #Tennis #WTA #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Aryna Sabalenka vs Elena Rybakina | US Open Final 2026 | Preview & Prediction 12.09.2026 13minAryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina meet in a blockbuster 2026 US Open women’s singles final—but who will lift the trophy in New York? We preview the championship match, analyse their contrasting styles, assess the key tactical battles and revisit their head-to-head record before making our final prediction. Can Sabalenka’s relentless power carry her to another Grand Slam title, or will Rybakina’s devastating serve and composed baseline game earn her US Open glory? 🎾 Sabalenka vs Rybakina preview 🔥 Key strengths and tactical matchups 📊 Head-to-head analysis 🏆 Our winner and score prediction Let us know who you think will win—and in how many sets! #USOpen #Sabalenka #Rybakina #Tennis #WTA #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Alexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton | US Open Final 2026 | Preview & Prediction 12.09.2026 18minAlexander Zverev and Ben Shelton collide in a blockbuster 2026 US Open men’s singles final—but who will be crowned champion in New York? We preview the championship match, examine their head-to-head record and break down the crucial tactical battles before making our final prediction. Can Zverev’s experience, defence and backhand carry him to an elusive first Grand Slam title, or will Shelton’s explosive serve and fearless attacking tennis propel the American to glory on home soil? 🎾 Zverev vs Shelton preview 🔥 Key strengths and tactical matchups 📊 Head-to-head analysis 🏆 Our winner and score prediction Let us know who you think will win—and in how many sets! #USOpen #Zverev #Shelton #Tennis #ATP #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Coco Gauff saves match points and beats Mirra Andreeva to set up US Open semi-final with Elena Rybakina | Ben Shelton vs Frances Tiafoe Preview 10.09.2026 34minCoco Gauff saves match points in a dramatic victory over Mirra Andreeva to reach the US Open semi-finals! We react to the key moments from an enthralling quarter-final and assess Gauff’s chances against new world No.1 Elena Rybakina in the last four. Plus, we preview the all-American men’s quarter-final between Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe. Who will handle the occasion and book their place in the US Open semi-finals? 🎾 Gauff’s incredible escape🔥 How Andreeva let victory slip away🇺🇸 Gauff vs Rybakina semi-final preview💥 Shelton vs Tiafoe preview and prediction Let us know your predictions—and remember to like, subscribe and follow Talking Tennis for more US Open coverage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
US Open latest: Gauff beats Badosa 6-4 7-6 | Eala vs Jovic in Round 3 | Will Tien beat Mensik? ITIA investigates gambling event that Serena Williams & Aryna Sabalenka attended 04.09.2026 33min🎾 US OPEN LATEST! 🔥 Coco Gauff beats Paula Badosa to advance🇵🇭 Alex Eala prepares to face Iva Jovic🤔 Can Learner Tien upset Jakub Mensik?🚨 The ITIA investigates a tennis event linked to suspicious gambling activity Which story has caught your attention? Let us know below! 👇 #USOpen #CocoGauff #AlexEala #IvaJovic #LearnerTien #JakubMensik #TennisNews #TalkingTennis #WTA #ATP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Novak Djokovic is OUT of the US Open after a stunning first-round defeat to Mariano Navone — his earliest Grand Slam exit in more than 20 years 31.08.2026 12minNovak Djokovic is OUT of the US Open after a stunning first-round defeat to Mariano Navone — his earliest Grand Slam exit in more than 20 years. We react to one of the biggest shocks in recent tennis history, analyse what went wrong for Djokovic and discuss what this result means for his pursuit of a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. Is this the beginning of the end for Djokovic at the majors, or can the 24-time champion bounce back? 👇 Let us know your reaction in the comments 🎾 Subscribe to Talking Tennis for US Open news, live watchalongs, previews and post-match reaction. #Djokovic #USOpen #Navone #Tennis #USOpen2026 #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
US Open men's singles preview: How fit is Alcaraz? Can Djokovic get 25? Is Zverev favourite? 29.08.2026 1h 41minLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
WTA Weekly: US Open Preview | Who can stop Gauff? What's wrong with Sabalenka? Swiatek a contender? 29.08.2026 1h 41minThe US Open is here — but who will emerge from a fascinating women’s draw? On this week’s WTA Weekly, we assess Coco Gauff’s title chances and ask which players are capable of stopping the American in New York. We also examine Aryna Sabalenka’s recent struggles, consider whether Iga Swiatek should be viewed as a leading contender and discuss the fitness concerns surrounding Elena Rybakina. Plus, we reveal our favourites, dark horses and potential surprise packages ahead of the final Grand Slam of the year. Who are you backing to win the US Open? 🎾 Subscribe to Talking Tennis for previews, predictions, watchalongs and reaction throughout the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
US Open Draw Revealed: Eala gets a qualifier in R1 while Alcaraz faces tough title defence 27.08.2026 1h 54minThe US Open draw has been revealed — and Alex Eala will begin her campaign against a qualifier in New York. We break down Eala’s projected route through the tournament and assess whether she has been handed a genuine opportunity to produce another historic Grand Slam run. In the men’s draw, Carlos Alcaraz faces a demanding title defence with several dangerous opponents standing between him and the trophy. We examine his path, the biggest first-round matches and the sections of both draws that could produce major upsets. Who received the best draw — and who faces an early exit at Flushing Meadows? #USOpen #AlexEala #CarlosAlcaraz #Tennis #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Brenner and Fergus' US Open Men's Singles Power Rankings: Alcaraz no.1? Where does Djokovic rank? 26.08.2026 47minWho tops the power rankings heading into the US Open? Brenner and Fergus rank the leading contenders for the men’s singles title in New York. Is Carlos Alcaraz the undisputed No.1, or is there another player capable of stopping him? Where does Novak Djokovic feature—and can the 24-time Grand Slam champion make another historic run? From the genuine title favourites to the dangerous outsiders, they assess form, fitness, hard-court credentials and the players nobody will want to face at Flushing Meadows. Who is ranked too high, who has been overlooked, and who would make your top five? Join the debate and share your US Open power rankings! #USOpen #Tennis #Alcaraz #Djokovic #ATP #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Stan Wawrinka gets US Open wild car after all as Patrick Kypson withdraws through injury 26.08.2026 9minStan Wawrinka is heading to the US Open after all! The three-time Grand Slam champion has received a late wild card following Patrick Kypson’s withdrawal through injury. We react to the news, discuss what Wawrinka can still bring to New York and assess whether the Swiss veteran could produce one final memorable run at Flushing Meadows. Can Stan roll back the years at the US Open? Let us know what you think. #StanWawrinka #USOpen #Tennis #ATP #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
WTA Weekly: Gauff dominates in Cincinnati | Eala career-high ranking | Monterrey preview 25.08.2026 1h 2minCoco Gauff delivered a statement performance in Cincinnati—but just how impressive was her title run, and what does it mean ahead of the US Open? On this week’s WTA Weekly, we react to Gauff’s dominant victory over Jessica Pegula in the final and assess whether she should now be considered the favourite in New York. We also celebrate another major milestone for Alex Eala as the Filipina star reaches a new career-high ranking, before previewing the Monterrey Open and identifying the players to watch. 🎾 Gauff conquers Cincinnati🇵🇭 Eala climbs to a career-high ranking🔍 Monterrey draw, contenders and predictions🏆 The latest US Open talking points Join the discussion and let us know your biggest takeaway from the week! #WTA #CocoGauff #AlexEala #MonterreyOpen #USOpen #Tennis #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
ATP Weekly: Fils beats Taifoe to win Cincinnati title | Winston Salem Preview | Alcaraz arrives at US Open | With Sinner out injured, is this Djokovic's last chance for 25? 24.08.2026 48minArthur Fils is the Cincinnati champion after beating Frances Tiafoe in the final — but what does this breakthrough mean for the Frenchman heading into the US Open? In this week’s ATP Weekly, we react to Fils’ biggest title yet, preview the Winston-Salem Open and discuss Carlos Alcaraz’s arrival in New York. With defending champion Jannik Sinner ruled out through injury, could this be Novak Djokovic’s best—and perhaps last—chance to claim a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title? Join us for the latest results, analysis, predictions and US Open talking points. #ATP #Tennis #ArthurFils #FrancesTiafoe #NovakDjokovic #CarlosAlcaraz #USOpen #CincinnatiOpen #WinstonSalemOpen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Jannik Sinner withdraws from US Open | Knee injury scuppers title bid | Who is the favourite? 21.08.2026 19minJannik Sinner has withdrawn from the US Open after a knee injury ended his hopes of defending the title. We discuss the latest on Sinner’s condition, what his absence means for the men’s draw and who should now be considered the favourite to lift the trophy in New York. Is Carlos Alcaraz the clear frontrunner—or could another contender seize the opportunity? 🎾 Sinner’s withdrawal explained 🏆 The impact on the US Open title race 🔥 The leading contenders 🔮 Our predictions for the tournament Who is your US Open favourite? Let us know in the comments! #JannikSinner #USOpen #CarlosAlcaraz #Tennis #ATP #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Cincinnati latest: Anisimova beats Eala to set up Noskova clash | Nakashima beats Medvedev in weird match | Preview of Mirra Andreeva vs Marta Kostyuk blockbuster 19.08.2026 36minThe latest from Cincinnati as Amanda Anisimova ends Alex Eala’s run to set up a fascinating clash with Linda Noskova. We also react to one of the strangest matches of the tournament, with Brandon Nakashima defeating Daniil Medvedev in bizarre circumstances, before previewing the blockbuster showdown between Mirra Andreeva and Marta Kostyuk. 🎾 Anisimova ends Eala’s Cincinnati campaign 🎾 Can Noskova stop the American? 🎾 What happened in Nakashima’s bizarre win over Medvedev? 🎾 Andreeva vs Kostyuk: preview and prediction All that and more on the latest Talking Tennis podcast. #Tennis #CincinnatiOpen #AlexEala #AmandaAnisimova #BrandonNakashima #DaniilMedvedev #MirraAndreeva #MartaKostyuk #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
WTA Weekly: Swiatek beats Rybakina to win Toronto title | Is Iga back? Eala-mania hits Cincinnati 15.08.2026 1h 12minLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
ATP Weekly: Montreal reflections | Is Shelton back on track? Cincinnati preview as Djokovic returns but Sinner & Alcaraz remain absent 14.08.2026 58minThe dust has settled in Montreal — but what did we learn? This week on ATP Weekly, we reflect on the biggest stories from the Canadian Open and examine whether Ben Shelton’s impressive run proves his season is firmly back on track. We also turn our attention to Cincinnati, previewing the leading contenders, the most intriguing storylines and the players who could build vital momentum ahead of the US Open. Montreal reflections, Shelton analysis and a full Cincinnati preview — all on the latest episode of Talking Tennis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Canada semis previews: Swiatek vs Svitolina | Rybakina vs Gauff | Jodar vs Nakashima | Shelton vs Tien 12.08.2026 49minThe semi-finals are set in Canada! 🇨🇦🎾 We preview four huge matchups across Toronto and Montreal: 🔥 Iga Świątek vs Elina Svitolina 🔥 Elena Rybakina vs Coco Gauff 🔥 Rafael Jodar vs Brandon Nakashima 🔥 Ben Shelton vs Learner Tien Who will handle the pressure, reach the final and move one victory away from the title? We break down the key matchups, recent form and make our predictions. Subscribe to Talking Tennis on YouTube and listen wherever you get your podcasts. #Tennis #WTA #ATP #CanadianOpen #TalkingTennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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