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Mensik’s Miami Miracle, Aussie Kasatkina, Clay Season Kicks Off

Miami has crowned new champions Jakub Mensik and Aryna Sabalenka to farewell the hard-court season. Danielle Collins was unable to defend her title but left with a surprise addition to her family. Over on the green clay courts of Charleston, Daria Kasatkina has claimed her first win playing under the Australian flag. Todd Woodbridge and Sam Stosur join Xavier Muhlebach and Brie Stewart in studio and Nick McCarvel dials in from Charleston to give us the court-side scoop. Aryna Sabalenka Miami res

Apr 3, • 46:50

Rising star Eala, Fonseca fever, the beginning of Raducanu's revival?

A spot in the Miami Open semifinals is up for grabs - experts Nicole Pratt and Simon Rea share what caught their eye from their trip to the 305. Filipina Alexandra Eala took down Iga Swiatek in the biggest win of her career to reach her first Masters semifinal. Novak Djokovic is one step closer to his 100th title as he extends his record for most wins at 1000 level. Emma Raducanu’s quarterfinal run could signal her resurgence and Joao Fonseca is bringing a passionate audience to the game. Later

Mar 27, • 53:12

Andreeva goes back-to-back, Draper's first Masters title, Kyrgios ends 900-day drought

Mirra Andreeva has extended her winning streak by defeating world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka and No.2 Iga Swiatek en route to the Indian Wells title, while Jack Draper secured his first ATP 1000 trophy and enters the top 10 for the first time. Things are heating up in Miami, with Nick Kyrgios coming back from a set down to claim his first victory since 2022. He joins fellow Aussies Rinky Hijikata, Kim Birrell and Tristan Schoolkate who also advanced to the second round. Our correspondents Daniela Hant

Mar 20, • 50:00

Mirra cool in Cali, rained-out courts deserted and an honour for Emerson Jones

Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz have powered into the quarterfinals at Indian Wells, while big names like Novak Djokovic, Alex De Minaur and Alexander Zverev suffered exits. Mirra Andreeva is making waves and could face reigning champion Iga Swiatek in the semifinals. Meanwhile, Billie Jean King Cup squad announcements are imminent and the newly named "Orange Girl" of the Australian team Emerson Jones speaks about her upcoming role. Our correspondents from Indian Wells are Daniela H

Mar 13, • 55:07

Tsitsipas snaps streak, Daria's mad desert dash, Carlos v Novak on the cards?

Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek have returned to Indian Wells to defend their titles – Daniela Hantuchova joins Duncan McKenzie in the Californian desert to preview the event, which features a record 13 Australians including Nick Kyrgios and Alex de Minaur who have Novak Djokovic in their quarter. After 11 consecutive finals losses Stefanos Tsitsipas has finally won his first ATP 500 title, conquering Felix Auger-Aliassime in Dubai. Analyst Levi Huddleston slices through the stats behind the Gree

Mar 6, • 47:05

Doubles trouble? Andreeva the giant-slayer, Aussies fire in ‘Tex-Mex double’

Outspoken American Reilly Opelka has taken aim at doubles tennis questioning its place in the game — former player-now-coach Luke Saville joins Jon Hoevenaars, Viv Christie, and Dan Imhoff to react to Opelka’s comments and make the case for doubles remaining a mainstay on the tennis calendar. Teen sensation Mirra Andreeva is the youngest WTA 1000 titlist after defeating three major winners en route to the title — the panel discusses her iconic champion's speech and what’s next for the 17-year-ol

Feb 27, • 43:51

Sinner to return for Rome, Djokovic downed in Doha, Birrell back in the big time

Jannik Sinner is free to return to the tour in time for Roland Garros after accepting a three-month period of ineligibility from WADA — experts Nicole Pratt and Sam Stosur react to the world No.1’s negotiated settlement and discuss the implications for tennis. Amanda Anisimova has climbed inside the world top 20 following her maiden WTA 1000 title in Doha, while runner-up Jelena Ostapenko has extended her dominance over Iga Swiatek to five wins from five meetings — analyst Simon Rea casts a spot

Feb 20, • 40:59

Jannik Sinner's secret weapon: fitness coach Marco Panichi

Marco Panichi, fitness coach of two-time Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner, speaks with Daniela Hantuchova from The Real DNA Podcast about the secrets of the world No.1's elite physical conditioning, and how the demands on the modern player have changed the methodology of fitness coaching. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, • 31:21

US Open Mixed Doubles shake-up, Demon rises, Storm hunts return

The USTA has announced big changes to the US Open Mixed Doubles Championship, including moving to a two-day format during Fan Week — John Fitzgerald and Storm Hunter react to the news, while Storm reveals her comeback plans. Belinda Bencic has secured her first title since becoming a mother, winning the crown in Abu Dhabi. Iga Swiatek is gunning for a fourth straight title in Doha, with three of the top five seeds out before the quarterfinals. Alex de Minaur has ascended to an equal career-high

Feb 13, • 43:05

AO25 Rewind: teenage dreams and big-stage queens

Australian Open 2025 may have drawn to a close, but we won't be forgetting it any time soon! With the first Grand Slam of the year wrapped up, we look back on a spectacular fortnight of action. From the fairytale runs of Eva Lys and Learner Tien to the championship moments of Madison Keys and Jannik Sinner, join Jon Hoevenaars as he hits rewind on some of our favourite moments of AO 2025. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, • 32:14

AO25 Awards: Best Performance, Best Interview, Best Fashion and more!

As the dust settles on Australian Open 2025, Jon Hoevenaars, Brie Stewart and Viv Christie from The Sit-Down reassemble at Pod Laver Arena to crown the award winners for Best Performance, Most Impressive Newcomer, Best Match, Best Interview and Best Fashion Statement of the first Grand Slam of the year. Did the panel get it right? Who did they miss? AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, • 35:04

Day 15: Sensational Sinner goes back-to-back, Keys basks in Grand Slam glory

Jannik Sinner has retained his Australian Open crown with a commanding straight-sets win over Alex Zverev, confirming him as the undisputed hardcourt king — experts Simon Rea and Peter Marcato join Jon to analyse the championship match and discuss the implications for both players. Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend have added the Australian Open trophy to their Grand Slam collection after upstaging Hsieh Su-wei and Jelena Ostapenko in the women’s doubles final. Madison Keys is acclimatising

Jan 26, • 28:37

Day 14: Madison’s maiden major! Zverev to battle Sinner for AO crown

Madison Keys has dethroned Aryna Sabalenka to win her first Grand Slam title, denying the world No.1 a rare ‘three-peat’ in Melbourne — experts Jill Craybas and Levi Huddleston join Jon to dissect the women’s final, and preview the men’s championship match between Jannik Sinner and Alex Zverev on Day 15. Harry Heliovaara and Henry Patten have come from behind against Italian pair Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori to seize the men’s doubles trophy in an all-time epic final. Hear from the talent

Jan 25, • 34:10

Day 13: Injured Novak sends Sascha to Sinner final, Sabalenka hunts hat-trick

Novak Djokovic has sensationally retired after the first set of his semifinal against Alexander Zverev, paving the German’s way to his maiden Australian Open final. The world No.2’s opponent will be Jannik Sinner who resisted a hit-and-miss Ben Shelton to progress to the last dance for the second straight year. Experts Simon Rea and Candy Reid discuss the fallout from Djokovic’s retirement and Zverev’s prospects in the final, and forecast how Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka can each lift the tr

Jan 24, • 36:38

Day 12: Keys to Sabalenka final, Djokovic-Zverev & Sinner-Shelton previews

Madison Keys is the final hurdle in Aryna Sabalenka’s quest for a historic third consecutive Australian Open title after the American 19th seed edged out Iga Swiatek in a gripping super tiebreak. The world No.1 earlier booked her spot in the championship decider with a straight-sets win over Paula Badosa — experts Jill Craybas and Simon Rea join Jon and Blair to analyse the result, and preview the blockbuster men’s semifinals on Day 13: Novak Djokovic v Alex Zverev and Jannik Sinner v Ben Shelto

Jan 23, • 35:32

Day 11: Merciless Sinner! Keys sets up Swiatek SF, Novak can win 25: Goran

Jannik Sinner is one step closer to retaining his AO crown after putting Alex de Minaur to the sword in a straight-sets masterclass. The world No.1’s next opponent is Ben Shelton who's withstood a spirited fightback from Lorenzo Sonego to win through to his first Australian Open semifinal. American compatriot Madison Keys progressed to the last four in Melbourne for the third time with a three-set win over Elina Svitolina — experts Simon Rea and Ryan Harrison join Jon and Blair to an

Jan 22, • 35:53

Day 10: Djoker escapes Alcaraz, Badosa sees off Gauff—Sabalenka next

Novak Djokovic has rolled in to his 50th major semifinal with a spectacular come-from-behind victory over Carlos Alcaraz to extend his quest for a historic 11th Australian Open title. Paula Badosa has prevented a 2024 SF rematch between Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff by dispatching the world No.3 in straight sets to progress to the last four, while Alex Zverev is into his third semifinal in six years after outgunning Tommy Paul earlier on Day 10 — experts Simon Rea and Abigail Johnson join Jon a

Jan 21, • 33:49

Day 9: Demon on fire—Sinner awaits, Keys locks in QF berth, The Gauff-Father

Alex de Minaur has reached the last eight of his home Slam for the first time with a straight-sets defeat of Alex Michelsen, whose career-best major run came to an end on the same day as compatriot Learner Tien's. The teenager’s vanquisher Lorenzo Sonego has advanced to his first Grand Slam quarterfinal where he’ll play Ben Shelton, the beneficiary of Gael Monfils’ retirement. Madison Keys has upset 2023 finalist Elena Rybakina to return to the last eight where she’ll face Elina Svitolina, while

Jan 20, • 37:57

Day 8: Novak locks in Carlos blockbuster, Aryna smashes Mirra to join Coco in QF

Novak Djokovic’s quest for an 11th Australian Open title is about to face its biggest hurdle yet—Carlos Alcaraz—after the 24-time major champion dismantled Jiri Lehecka on Night 8 of competition. Alex Zverev has dropped his first set of the tournament against Ugo Humbert but is through to a quarterfinal against Tommy Paul who enjoyed a Sunday stroll against an injured Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova is quietly continuing her campaign with Donna Vekic the l

Jan 19, • 33:51

Day 7: Gael & Elina waltz into week 2, ice-cold Iga, Demon does it again!

Power couple Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina have pulled off big upsets to reach the second week of a Grand Slam together for the first time since 2019: Monfils eliminating Taylor Fritz and Svitolina outgunning Jasmine Paolini. Holger Rune has prevailed in a five-set battle with Miomir Kecmanovic, setting up a R16 clash with Jannik Sinner, while Madison Keys will take on Elena Rybakina after ousting Danielle Collins. American young guns Alex Michelsen and Learner Tien are turning heads after ex

Jan 18, • 34:50

Day 6: Novak no spring chicken, Coco closes in on Aryna rematch, Osaka out!

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a potential Olympic final rematch with Carlos Alcaraz after beating Tomas Machac on Night 6, but not without signs of fatigue. Marathon man Jack Draper has edged out Aleks Vukic in another five-set thriller, leaving Alex de Minaur as the sole Australian left in singles. Arthur Fils' campaign has ended in injury, as has Naomi Osaka's, sending fellow mother Belinda Bencic into the fourth round — her next opponent is Coco Gauff who's a step closer to a SF rematch

Jan 17, • 34:36

Day 5: Tien snares Bear in epic! Danimal defies Destanee, Demon delight

Both 2024 runners-up are out in the second round after Daniil Medvedev was stunned by American teenager Learner Tien in a Grand Slam marathon for the ages. Danielle Collins has emerged victorious from a tense battle with Destanee Aiava and the Kia Arena crowd, while Jannik Sinner and Jasmine Paolini both progressed into the Round of 32 on another great day for the Italians, despite the loss of Matteo Berrettini to Holger Rune. Emma Raducanu has eliminated Amanda Anisimova to set up a third-round

Jan 16, • 35:50

Day 4: Mensik continues teen rampage, Carlos & Coco cruising, Qinwen checks out

Czech teen Jakub Mensik has matched Joao Fonseca’s seed-slaying feat dispatching Casper Ruud — the first two teenagers to beat top-10 players at the same Grand Slam since Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray in 2006. A bitter-sweet night for the Aussies with Thanasi Kokkinakis losing a heartbreaker to Jack Draper, and Aleks Vukic upstaging Sebi Korda to reach his first major third round, while Alejandro Davidovich Fokina overcame Felix Auger-Aliassime. Title contenders Carlos Alcaraz and Coco Gauff ar

Jan 15, • 35:10

Day 3: Joao—just wow! Demon delivers on tough day for Aussies

ATP Next Gen champion Joao Fonseca has produced one of the great Grand Slam upsets knocking out three-time quarterfinalist Andrey Rublev in a stunning major main draw debut. Alex de Minaur has flown the flag for Australia defeating Botic van de Zandschulp, while all of his compatriots — including Alexei Popyrin and Olivia Gadecki — bowed out on a tough day for the local contingent. Gael Monfils has held on against fellow Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard to prevail, while Emma Navarro came fr

Jan 14, • 34:30

Day 2: Tsitsipas slips up, Ostapenko out, 9 Aussies advance—not Nick!

Nick Kyrgios' Australian Open comeback has come to a halt at the hands of Jacob Fearnley, while Chris O’Connell has gone agonisingly close to beating Tommy Paul. It was an otherwise promising day for the home contingent with nine Australians progressing to the second round. Novak Djokovic has passed an early test against Nishesh Basavareddy to begin his tilt at an 11th Australian Open title. World No.1 Jannik Sinner has withstood a challenge from Nicolas Jarry to progress, as did women's fancy C

Jan 13, • 36:17

Day 1: Casper’s close call, Aussie anguish, Aryna rolls on

Aryna Sabalenka has returned to the scene of her two previous AO titles with a statement win over Sloane Stephens, while Alex Zverev has blasted Lucas Pouille off the court on an electric first night of Australian Open 2025. No such luck for the Aussies, with Daria Saville, Adam Walton, Li Tu and Omar Jasika failing to progress beyond the first round. Casper Ruud has dodged a bullet from Jaume Munar who pushed the No.6 seed to five sets, while Kei Nishikori survived two match points against Braz

Jan 12, • 29:01

Carlos & Novak on QF collision course, Qinwen’s quest, 10 stars to watch

The singles draws are locked and loaded, with Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic on track for a quarterfinal showdown, while Coco Gauff has been delivered a tricky quarter containing unseeded AO champions Sofia Kenin and Naomi Osaka — commentator Nick McCarvel and GIG analyst Levi Huddleston join Jon and Brie to preview the women’s and men’s singles championships and reveal the GIG championship predictions. Zheng Qinwen is the beneficiary of a favourable draw — the 2024 finalist sits down with Jo

Jan 9, • 56:01

Novak gets busy in Brissy, UC finals preview, Swiatek the Swiftie

Novak Djokovic has made a bright start to his Brisbane campaign, lining up a 20th meeting with Gael Monfils to whom he’s never lost. Aryna Sabalenka remains the hot favourite for the women’s title following the eliminations of Paula Badosa and Jelena Ostapenko from her quarter — AusOpen.com's Dan Imhoff joins Jon, Brie and Luke Saville to recap all the big news from an entertaining first week of competition including the show-stopping Djokovic-Kyrgios doubles pairing and the go

Jan 2, • 52:28

The Sit-Down is back . . . in a new location!

The Sit-Down is the latest podcast from AO Originals. Each week, you’ll hear a candid conversation with a notable tennis identity, delving into their achievements, challenges, and career-defining moments. From Grand Slam champions to coaches and tennis insiders, we go beyond forehands and backhands to learn more about some of the sport’s most interesting people. Whether you're a tennis nerd, a passionate fan, or you’re just discovering the sport, The Sit-Down has something for everyone. Check ou

Dec 30, 2024 • 1:06

The Tennis is here! Gauff & Fritz 'unite' in Perth, 2025 season preview

We’re back with a new season of and a new name! Grand Slam champions Sam Stosur and Todd Woodbridge join Jon Hoevenaars and Brie Stewart to preview the season and reveal their break-out player predictions (Mirra Andreeva, Holger Rune, Flavio Cobolli and Joao Fonseca), their dream Australian Open final match-ups (Aryna Sabalenka v Coco Gauff, Jannik Sinner v Carlos Alcaraz, Gauff v Iga Swiatek, and Nick Kyrgios v Carlos Alcaraz), and what they'd like to see more of in 2025. Vic Rudnikov checks in

Dec 25, 2024 • 57:36

The Sit-Down with Sumit Nagal

From qualifying to an equal-best Grand Slam performance, Sumit Nagal provided a feel-good story of Australian Open 2024. His broader journey to become India’s top-ranked singles player is equally compelling, with Nagal transitioning to tennis from his first sporting love of cricket. The 27-year-old joins Viv and Matt from Mumbai to discuss the challenges, breakthroughs, and inspirational figures who have shaped his career – and why he can’t wait to combine his sporting passions in his highly ant

Dec 23, 2024 • 21:56

Season wrap: 2024 in review, Arnaldi checks in, countdown to AO 2025

For our final episode of the season, Jon, Brie, Pratty and Pete reveal their choices for most eye-catching player, most surprising Grand Slam result, favourite tennis moment, and rising star of season 2024. Matteo Arnaldi is the first international player to arrive for the Australian Summer of Tennis — the Italian young gun joins the show to discuss his ‘honorary Australian’ status after recently buying a home in Melbourne with his girlfriend Mia Savio. Plus we discuss the wildcards for AO 2025

Dec 19, 2024 • 49:15

The Sit-Down with Alex Michelsen

American youngster Alex Michelsen sits at a career-high world No.41 as he heads to Jeddah to compete in the Next Gen ATP Finals. The 20-year-old recently sat down with Viv and Matt during a rare break at home in California to discuss his meteoric rise. Michelsen began season 2024 ranked 97th and soared thanks to reaching two ATP finals — Newport and Winston-Salem — and winning more than 30 singles matches, including against top-10 opponent Alex de Minaur in Los Cabos. Michelsen, now coached by 2

Dec 16, 2024 • 28:35

Bonus: Remembering Neale Fraser, an Australian legend

Australian tennis has lost one of its most celebrated champions, Neale Fraser. Known for his unmatched left-handed serve, unwavering sportsmanship, and remarkable achievements on and off the court, 'Frase' left an indelible mark on the sport. A dominant force in the 1950s and early 1960s, he won 19 Grand Slam titles—including the US triple crown twice—captained Australia's Davis Cup team to four historic victories, and remained a steadfast ambassador for tennis throughout the latter years of his

Dec 13, 2024 • 34:50

Demon & Ebden share 'Newk' honour, stars on the Blue Carpet, Savilles’ big announcement

Alex de Minaur and Matt Ebden have capped career-best seasons by taking home the Newcombe Medal at the 2024 Australian Tennis Awards, while Darren Cahill has been recognised for his ongoing work with world No.1 Jannik Sinner with the award for Coaching Excellence – Performance. Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley and Storm Hunter share their highlights of the evening and preview the upcoming Australian Summer of Tennis. Victoria Rudnikov hits the Blue Carpet to quiz the stars about t

Dec 10, 2024 • 42:39

The Sit-Down with Paul McNamee (Part 2)

When Viv and Matt sat down with Paul McNamee in April, the conversation naturally shifted to his time as tournament director of the Australian Open. McNamee held the role from 1995 till 2006, a period of extraordinary growth for the tournament. During this time, the AO's status rose to match the other Grand Slams, its brand identity was refreshed, and it attracted new audiences. This peaked during AO 2005, the tournament's centenary year, with the men's final between Lleyton Hewitt and Marat Saf

Dec 9, 2024 • 20:58

Novak to rock Brisvegas! AO title contenders: Alcaraz v Zverev, Gauff v Navarro

Iga Swiatek has returned to the court after completing her mandatory one-month anti-doping ban — Casey Dellacqua discusses the impact on the five-time Grand Slam champion. Novak Djokovic has been unveiled as the star attraction for the Brisbane International, which he hasn’t played since 2009, opening the possibility of a 2022 Wimbledon final rematch with Nick Kyrgios. With just over a month till AO 2025, GIG analysts Simon Rea and Levi Huddleston put forward their best cases for first-time Aust

Dec 5, 2024 • 42:32

The Sit-Down with John Millman

It's been almost a year since John Millman retired from professional tennis at AO 2024, drawing the curtains on an impressive 15-year playing career. The former world No.33 sits down with Todd Woodbridge to discuss his enjoyment of rediscovering a stable lifestyle and reconnecting with family and friends — two things he seldom experienced during his decade-and-a-half on the tour. Yet the Queenslander also reveals how the rhythm of international travel was baked into his DNA, which he has since c

Dec 2, 2024 • 22:44

Italy kings again! Sir Andy joins Novak’s circle, top 5 players of 2024

World No.1 Jannik Sinner has steered Italy to its second successive Davis Cup title in Malaga, ending Australia’s hopes in the semifinals — Aussie Billie Jean King Cup coach Nicole Pratt and former Davis Cup captain John Fitzgerald analyse why the Italians have proved so successful over the past two years. In an announcement that’s shocked the tennis world, Novak Djokovic has unveiled Andy Murray as one of his new coaches for the Australian summer — the team unpacks how Murray can help his rival

Nov 28, 2024 • 42:52

The Sit-Down with Donna Kelso

The Australian Open holds a special place in Donna Kelso's heart; it was where she officiated her last match as a chair umpire — the women's final of AO 1998. The Sydneysider has since held an ongoing role as a WTA supervisor, which sees her travel the world and visit incredible locations as the tour traverses the globe. It's the continuation of a long-running connection to tennis for Kelso, who picked up the sport as a child after winning a racquet in a colouring competition, and who progressed

Nov 25, 2024 • 24:17

Nadal’s last dance, Italy’s BJK Cup glory, Sinner’s massive pay day

The tennis world has bid farewell to Rafael Nadal at the Davis Cup finals in Malaga — we pay tribute to the King of Clay with a special Australian Open tribute. Meanwhile, Netherlands has progressed to the semifinals against Germany, and Australia is set for a quarterfinal showdown with USA, with Italy or Argentina to follow. AusOpen.com’s Rhys de Deugd is on the ground in Malaga, where Italy’s women have returned to the top of the world with an inspired performance in the Billie Jean King Cup f

Nov 21, 2024 • 50:23

The Sit-Down with Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios has outlined his comeback intentions, announcing he will play the Brisbane International before returning to the Grand Slam stage at Australian Open 2025. Viv and Matt sit down with the former world No.13, who has played just one match in the past two years due to injuries. The worst of those was a wrist problem, which required reconstructive surgery, but Kyrgios has recovered and feels fitter than he has in years. Will he be able to scale the heights of 2022, when he was a Wimbledo

Nov 18, 2024 • 37:47

Coco top of the pops, Sinner & Zverev sail into semis in Turin

As forecast by Storm Hunter, Coco Gauff has silenced her critics to win the season-ending WTA Tour Finals, leaving Zheng Qinwen, Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Jess Pegula in her wake. Jannik Sinner and Alex Zverev have booked their semis spots at the ATP Finals with commanding performances in the group stage, with Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, Taylor Fritz and Casper Ruud still in contention — Casey Dellacqua and John Fitzgerald discuss the results from Riyadh and the current standings in

Nov 14, 2024 • 41:44

The Sit-Down with Jill Craybas

Almost 20 years ago, Jill Craybas produced one of the great Grand Slam upsets, defeating Serena Williams to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon — a career-best result. The former US college player, who also holds a communications degree, sat down with Matt to reflect on a professional career that saw her crack the top 40 and win the WTA Japan Open title. Since retiring in 2013, she has emerged as a notable voice in tennis media — including as a part of Australian Open’s World Feed commentary tea

Nov 11, 2024 • 29:41

Aryna, Qinwen & Coco into WTA semis, Demon ATP Finals bound!

Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng Qinwen and Coco Gauff have secured semifinals spots at the WTA Finals leaving Iga Swiatek relying on Gauff to beat Barbora Krejcikova to stay alive. Storm Hunter and John Fitzgerald discuss Swiatek's challenge, Gauff's form, and Elena Rybakina's potential with new coach Goran Ivanisevic in her corner. Alex de Minaur has broken a 20-year drought by becoming the first Australian singles player since Lleyton Hewitt to reach the ATP Tour Finals. We catch up with Donna Vekic 50

Nov 7, 2024 • 42:21

The Sit-Down with Daria & Luke Saville

Viv and Matt are joined by not one, but two guests: Daria and Luke Saville. During a rare week at home in Melbourne together, the Savilles left dog Tofu with Dasha's mum and sat down for their first proper interview together. In a wide-ranging chat, they recall how they met as juniors, Daria's relocation to Australia, and how their professional tennis careers have unfolded in tandem: hitting together, offering each other advice, and learning from one another, shining a light on their various str

Nov 4, 2024 • 31:28

Saba-tek’s WTA Finals showdown, Aussies shine in Paris, Demon’s race to Turin

The two best WTA players of 2024 Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek enter the Tour Finals as the hot favourites among six other contenders for the year-end title. Meanwhile, Aussie gun Alex de Minaur is in the hunt for vital points in Paris to edge out Andrey Rublev for a maiden spot at Turin — experts Storm Hunter and Luke Saville make the case for why he deserves to become the first Australian man since Lleyton Hewitt to qualify for the year-end event. Carlos Alcaraz continues to impress with his

Oct 31, 2024 • 38:47

The Sit-Down with Lleyton Hewitt

Matt sits down with Australian legend and Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt at the United Cup Draw. The former world No.1 reflects on his run to the final of Australian Open where he navigated a tough draw during a buzzing fortnight in 2005. One of his wins came in five sets over a teenage Rafael Nadal, which gave fans an early glimpse of the Spaniard's talent just months before his maiden Grand Slam title at Roland Garros. Before Hewitt celebrates the 20th anniversary of his run to the final, hi

Oct 28, 2024 • 11:50

Sabalenka sneaks up to No.1, Domi bows out, Danimal not done yet!

New world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has overtaken Iga Swiatek in the WTA rankings due to a little-known rule — Casey Dellacqua makes the case for why the Australian Open champion deserves the mantle while The Sit-Down’s Viv Christie helps preview the WTA Finals. Analyst Simon Rea shines the data spotlight on rising superstar Mirra Andreeva and Stockholm champion Tommy Paul. And we preview the third instalment of the United Cup, kicking off the Australian summer of tennis just after Christmas. AusOpen

Oct 24, 2024 • 45:31

The Sit-Down with Jaslyn Hewitt-Shehadie

Jaslyn Hewitt-Shehadie has worn many hats in tennis, from professional player to high-performance coach, tournament director, and her current position as WTA Director of Player Relations. Jaslyn sits down with Matt and Viv to share insights from her extensive journey in the sport and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Hewitt-Shehadie also explains her passion for giving back to the sport that she considers a family of sorts. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify  Host handles:@Viv_Christi

Oct 21, 2024 • 28:45

Sinner sews up No.1, Nadal nears the end, Thommo's Jude Law moment

A month out from the ATP Finals, Jannik Sinner has already locked in the year-end No.1 ranking, while fellow Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka is attempting to do the same in the WTA. Storm Hunter and John Fitzgerald react to Rafael Nadal’s retirement announcement and share their favourite 'Rafa' attributes and moments from the 22-time Grand Slam champion’s career. Aussie hero Jordan Thompson joins The AO Show to reflect on his best season yet and shares the unusual moment he met Jude Law

Oct 17, 2024 • 47:09

The Sit-Down with Talia Gibson

Rising Australian star Talia Gibson joins The Sit-Down to discuss her sizzling form, which has seen her scoop three consecutive ITF titles on the Australian Pro Tour and build a 14-match winning streak. The 20-year-old now sits at a career-high world No.128 and has her sights set on bigger goals, such as direct entry to Grand Slams and an elite top-100 ranking. Born in Perth but now based in Brisbane, Gibson has been honing her game under the watchful eye of Codie George, an emerging Australian

Oct 14, 2024 • 20:30

AO 2025 Launch: get set for the greatest Australian Open yet!

88 days out from Australian Open 2025, The AO Show presented by Mastercard is at THE LUME Melbourne for the AO Launch. Casey Dellacqua and Todd Woodbridge unpack some of the key rivalries that could be renewed in the first Grand Slam of the year, including between defending men’s champion Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, and two-time winner Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff. The Aussies are on the march, with likely seedings for comeback kid Alex de Minaur and Alexei Popyrin in career-best form, w

Oct 10, 2024 • 45:14

The Sit-Down with Michael Chang (Part 2)

In Part 2 of their sit-down with Michael Chang, Viv and Matt chat to the former world No.2 about his success in Asia where he won 12 of his 34 career titles, including the first edition of the Beijing tournament in 1993. Chang recalls the enormous support he received in the region and reflects on how the sport has evolved there in the 30 years since, including the construction of purpose-built venues. After his playing days, Chang eventually moved into coaching and discusses how he jumped at the

Oct 7, 2024 • 15:23

Alcaraz sinks Sinner in Beijing, Djokovic hunting 100th title in Shanghai

Carlos Alcaraz has toppled Jannik Sinner for the third time this year to snatch the title in Beijing, while Chinese surprise packet Zhang Shuai has ended a record 24-match losing streak to join compatriot Zheng Qinwen in the women’s quarterfinals. Title favourite Aryna Sabalenka has a last 8 date with Karolina Muchova — Australian Billie Jean King Cup coach Nicole Pratt reveals why the Czech’s game troubles the two-time Australian Open champion. Four-time champion Novak Djokovic is hunting his 1

Oct 3, 2024 • 41:35

The Sit-Down with Andrea Petkovic

Professional player-turned-analyst Andrea Petkovic sits down with Matt and Viv to reflect on her illustrious career, which saw her crack the WTA top 10, reach the Roland Garros semifinals in 2014, and reach three major quarterfinals in a breakout 2011 season. The German’s playing career spanned multiple generations, beginning when she took her first steps on the professional tour in the mid-2000s and ending when she retired at the 2022 US Open, coinciding with Serena Williams’ swansong. Ever the

Sep 30, 2024 • 26:04

Big names in Beijing for Asian swing, Team Europe snatches Laver Cup in Berlin

After leading Team Europe to victory in the Laver Cup, Carlos Alcaraz resumes his rivalry with US Open champion Jannik Sinner in a Beijing field brimming with talent, while the Spaniard’s winning doubles partner Casper Ruud is in Tokyo where he could be on track for a semifinal showdown with his Laver Cup opponent Ben Shelton. Commentator Peter Marcato joins the panel to discuss the recent surge in Chinese men’s tennis, while Dan Imhoff turns his focus to five players to watch, including Austral

Sep 26, 2024 • 42:07

The Sit-Down with Olivia Gadecki

Olivia Gadecki is Australia’s latest success story of 2024 after her recent maiden WTA singles final in Guadalajara. The 22-year-old sits down with Viv and Matt to discuss what clicked during a breakthrough week in Mexico, which vaulted her to a career-high world No.81 and Australia's No.1 WTA player. Gadecki is the first Aussie woman to reach a 500-level singles final since Ash Barty, a fellow Queenslander who’s been a guiding light to the rising star. Now entrenched in the top 100, with new sc

Sep 23, 2024 • 21:58

Laver Cup preview: Team Europe unleashes Alcaraz in Berlin, ‘Fire and Ice’ age comes to an end

Outgoing captains John McEnroe and Bjorn Borg are set to lead their teams one last time at Laver Cup Berlin. Carlos Alcaraz heads a star-studded European team including Daniil Medvedev, Casper Ruud, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev, while the American trio of Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe have joined forces with Francisco Cerundolo, Thanasi Kokkinakis and Alejandro Tabilo as Team World attempts its title defence. Todd Woodbridge is on the ground in Berlin with Mark Petchey

Sep 19, 2024 • 46:19

The Sit-Down with Torben Beltz

Following his long stint with Angelique Kerber, esteemed German coach Torben Beltz is entering a new phase of his career. The 47-year-old sits down with Viv to discuss the highs of his 20-year partnership with Kerber, including her AO title that kick-started an unforgettable 2016 season. Beltz also relives his own playing career, which began at club level in Germany and took him through the US college system before he coached several WTA stars. Having grown up during a boom ignited by Steffi Gra

Sep 16, 2024 • 18:55

US Open wrap: Aryna's and Jannik's bookend trophies, Tiley forecasts AO 2025

Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner are the first pair of Australian Open champions to salute at Flushing Meadows in the same year since Steffi Graf and Mats Wilander in 1988 — Casey Dellacqua and Todd Woodbridge analyse the champions’ performances against American finalists Jess Pegula and Taylor Fritz and cast a long gaze to the Australian Open. AO tournament director Craig Tiley joins the show to preview AO 2025 and celebrate recent achievements by Aussies abroad including US Open men’s doubles

Sep 12, 2024 • 46:56

The Sit-Down with John Fitzgerald

Who better to sit down with during a Davis Cup week than John Fitzgerald, a member of two winning Australian teams in the 1980s, who later captained Australia to the 2003 title? Fitzy joins Viv and Matt to reflect on those incredible memories, plus his glittering doubles career that saw him rise to world No.1 and win all four Grand Slam titles. He's encouraged by Australia's continued success on the doubles court — most recently Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson's US Open triumph and Matt Ebden an

Sep 9, 2024 • 27:45

US Open week 2: Sinner and Sabalenka still on top, four Americans in semis!

Australian Open champions Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka have won their AO final rematches against Daniil Medvedev and Zheng Qinwen to book their spots in the US Open semifinals. Jess Pegula has joined fellow American Emma Navarro in the last four and the pair could meet in the championship decider, while Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe will battle it out for a spot in the men's final, ending an 18-year drought for Americans. Nicole Pratt and Simon Rea join Jon and Viv to analyse the big stor

Sep 5, 2024 • 40:25

The Sit-Down with Simon Rea

Viv and Matt have always wanted to sit down with Simon Rea, a colleague who began his tennis journey in his native New Zealand. Emerging through the NZ junior pathway to become a national champion and Davis Cup representative, he completed a journalism degree as a US college player. He later transitioned to high performance coaching, which brought him to Melbourne and saw him link up with Nick Kyrgios, whose breakthrough run to the Wimbledon 2014 quarterfinals he recalls in vivid detail, as well

Sep 2, 2024 • 29:50

US Open week 1: Pop and Djok to lock horns, Osaka back in style

Alexei Popyrin has lined up a third-round clash with Novak Djokovic in a testing first week that’s also seen Thanasi Kokkinakis upstage Stefanos Tsitsipas and Chris O’Connell outclass Nicolas Jarry. Storm Hunter and John Fitzgerald join the show to discuss the big stories, including two-time champion Naomi Osaka who’s scored her first top-10 win since 2020 against Jelena Ostapenko. Top seeds Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek have battled through the early stages, but some big battles loom on the hor

Aug 29, 2024 • 45:27

The Sit-Down with Alexei Popyrin

Alexei Popyrin is riding a sweet wave after his recent ATP Masters 1000 triumph in Montreal. He enters the US Open with a career-high ranking and is seeded at a Grand Slam for the first time. The 25-year-old sat down with Viv and Jon to talk milestone breakthroughs, Aussie inspiration, and the sacrifices that are helping to turn his long-held tennis dreams into reality. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify  Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyATSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 2024 • 16:52

US Open preview: Sinner clear to play, Sabalenka sizzles in Cincy, Demon’s back!

Jannik Sinner will take his place in the US Open draw after he was cleared by an independent tribunal of all wrongdoing — Todd Woodbridge and Casey Dellacqua discuss the outcome and the implications for the world No.1. Cincinnati champion Aryna Sabalenka is in form and the favourite to take the women’s crown in New York, but can any of the Americans rise to the occasion? 2001 men’s champion Lleyton Hewitt reveals his thoughts on the Aussie men who could pose a threat, including Montreal champ Al

Aug 22, 2024 • 40:14

The Sit-Down with Michael Chang

Michael Chang remains the youngest man to win a Grand Slam title following his historic triumph at Roland Garros in 1989. But, as he reveals in this episode of The Sit-Down, the former world No.2 often felt more at home on the North American hard courts, where he won titles in Toronto, Indian Wells and Cincinnati — the latter of which where he reached four consecutive finals and won twice. Now 52 years old and living in California, Chang sits down with Viv and Matt to reflect on his incredible c

Aug 19, 2024 • 15:58

Pop masters Montreal, Pegs conquers Canada, points up for grabs in Cincy

Alexei Popyrin has scored the biggest title of his career while Jess Pegula has become the first woman since Martina Hingis to go back to back on Canadian soil — Casey Dellacqua and Simon Rea cast a magnifying glass over the champions and who’s looking the goods in Cincinatti. Alex de Minaur is continuing his recovery from his Wimbledon hip injury as he looks to make his mark on the US hardcourt swing. Stefanos Tsitsipas has parted ways with his father Apostolos as coach, teaming up with Greek D

Aug 15, 2024 • 35:46

The Sit-Down with Andre Sa

As we bid farewell to the Olympics, we spend time reminiscing with Andre Sa. In an impressive playing career, Sa represented Brazil in four Olympic Games, including at his home nation in 2016. He was also a Wimbledon singles quarterfinalist and a top-20 doubles star. Andre joined The Sit-Down to talk about those dream Olympic experiences, the evolution of team tennis and why the friendships he formed were the biggest rewards of a pro career that continues beyond his time on tour. AusOpen.comiHea

Aug 12, 2024 • 14:39

Gold for Novak, Qinwen & Aussies, US Open build-up begins

Tennis at the Paris 2024 Olympics has ended with historic gold medals for Novak Djokovic, Zheng Qinwen and Aussies Matt Ebden and John Peers, plus so many other memorable winners and stories -- Storm Hunter and John Fitzgerald join the podcast to re-live an incredible tennis event at Roland Garros, while looking forward to the North American season. We have now arrived in Canada, with plenty of Aussies winning in Montreal, and Naomi Osaka returning with a victory in Toronto. Plus, Brie reveals h

Aug 8, 2024 • 35:46

The Sit-Down with Mirra Andreeva

Mirra Andreeva is one of the stars of the moment: an Olympic silver medallist in doubles at the Paris 2024 Games not long after capturing her first career WTA singles title in Iasi, and now a top-25 player. The 17-year-old sat down with Viv at the recent Wimbledon championships, showcasing her strikingly mature personality and unique perspective on the game. Andreeva discusses her love of all surfaces, comparisons with Martina Hingis, and working with former Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez,

Aug 5, 2024 • 14:14

Olympics week 1: Novak and Carlos on track for dream final, Iga in box seat for gold, Andy still going!

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz remain on a collision course to meet in the gold medal match — can Alex Zverev, Casper Ruud or any of the last eight club stand in their way? Tommy Paul is holding together Team USA’s medal hopes following the elimination of Coco Gauff, Danielle Collins and Emma Navarro in all formats. Australian Open finalist Zheng Qinwen faces the toughest battle in women’s tennis in world No.1 Iga Swiatek on clay — Simon Rea and Casey Dellacqua make the cases for how each can

Aug 1, 2024 • 38:36

The Sit-Down with Alicia Molik

Twenty years on from winning Olympic bronze in singles at the Athens 2004 Games, Alicia Molik reflects on her 'career pinnacle' achievement. She remains the only Australian tennis player to have won an individual medal since the sport returned to the Summer Games in 1988. The then-23-year-old’s performance ignited a fruitful six-month period in which she reached the Australian Open quarterfinals and cracked the WTA top 10. Molik sits down with Matt and Viv to reminisce about life in the Olympic

Jul 29, 2024 • 23:17

Olympics preview: Sinner’s heartbreak, Coco to lead Team USA, Sir Andy’s last hurrah

Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal from the Paris Games due to tonsillitis has opened up the prospect of a gold medal match between Wimbledon finalists Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. Roland Garros champion Iga Swiatek is the firm favourite to replicate her June exploits in the women's singles, but Team USA flag-bearer Coco Gauff is a medal threat in singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Casey Dellacqua and Craig Tiley join The AO Show to discuss medal contenders ahead of the all-important draw, includ

Jul 25, 2024 • 41:26

The Sit-Down with Matt Ebden & Storm Hunter

Australian doubles stars Matt Ebden and Storm Hunter have each appeared on recent episodes of The Sit-Down. Both conversations veered into fascinating areas such as the state of the game in general, the marketing of doubles, how to reach new fans, and the state of Australian tennis. Both veterans of the tour with a passion for seeing tennis be the best it can be, Ebden and Hunter offer fresh insights from their unique perspectives on these issues, which Viv and Matt deliver in this special two-p

Jul 22, 2024 • 20:34

Wimbledon wrap: Alcaraz’ golden opportunity, Krejcikova the ‘dangerous’

After successfully defending his Wimbledon title, Carlos Alcaraz turns his attention to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games where he’s predicted to medal in the singles and maybe in the doubles with Rafael Nadal; Storm Hunter and Simon Rea analyse Barbora Krejcikova’s game that’s seen her collect her second major singles title, and give insight to how Tennis Australia’s GIG team assists Aussie players and coaches at tournaments, Victoria Rudnikov examines the Alcaraz trajectory and how much more he can

Jul 18, 2024 • 41:22

The Sit-Down with Barbora Krejcikova

Already a Grand Slam singles champion from 2021 at Roland Garros, new Wimbledon queen Barbora Krejcikova has entered a new echelon with her second major singles title. On the eve of her campaign at the All England Club, Krejcikova sat down with Viv Christie to discuss her journey, which began with her family in Czechia and has so far produced doubles success at majors, Olympic gold, and her famous singles triumph in Paris. Krejcikova had low expectations for Wimbledon following recent battles wi

Jul 15, 2024 • 15:18

Wimbledon week 2: Demon ‘devastated’, star-studded men’s semis, title on Rybakina’s racquet

Alex de Minaur’s run has come to a grinding halt, and his Olympic hopes under threat, following a freak hip injury that’s gifted Novak Djokovic a spot in the semifinals against last four debutant Lorenzo Musetti — Viv Christie and Pete Marcato discuss the fallout to the news from the All England Club. Jannik Sinner’s conqueror Daniil Medvedev must battle defending champion Carlos Alcaraz for a spot in the final. AusOpen.com’s Dan Imhoff joins Jon and Brie to discuss all of the big stories from t

Jul 11, 2024 • 41:12

The Sit-Down with Pat Cash

In 1987, Pat Cash joined the most exclusive club in tennis when he defeated Ivan Lendl to win the Wimbledon men's singles title. The Australian legend sat down with Viv at the All England Club during the 2024 Championships to discuss how his achievement 37 years ago changed his life and his tennis career, and how Wimbledon titles are celebrated in the 21st century. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify  Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyAT@brieparkerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa

Jul 8, 2024 • 27:46

Wimbledon week 1: Women's race wide open, Novak rising, Kokk from the clouds!

Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina are the women's title favourites in a first week of Wimbledon that’s seen the withdrawal of Aryna Sabalenka and the first-round upset of defending champion Marketa Vondrousova — Storm Hunter returns to the panel to discuss all the big stories including Novak Djokovic’s herculean recovery, Andy Murray’s Wimbledon swan song (in the men's doubles and mixed), and all the stand-out Aussie performances including five-set phenom Thanasi Kokkinakis, plus we check in with V

Jul 4, 2024 • 47:01

The Sit-Down with Storm Hunter

More than two months on from rupturing her Achilles tendon, Storm Hunter is making an encouraging recovery from surgery. The 29-year-old joined Matt on The Sit-Down to discuss her progress and how she's putting her psychology studies into practice as she navigates another challenging chapter to her career. Typically flourishing at this time of the season, Hunter recalls her career highs on grass including her run to the 2023 Wimbledon doubles final. And having watched more tennis than ever, she

Jul 1, 2024 • 28:45

Wimbledon preview: Djoker good to go? Murray mystery, Alex & Ajla to lead Australia

Novak Djokovic has hit the grass courts and is firming to take his place in the main draw of Wimbledon, but Andy Murray's plight is shrouded in mystery — Storm Hunter joins the panel to discuss their chances of making it to the start line and preview the men’s and women’s singles championships, we check in with Viv Christie and Todd Woodbridge from Qualifying, Alex de Minaur and Ajla Tomljanovic are set to spearhead a nine-strong Australian contingent for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and Storm

Jun 27, 2024 • 43:51

The Sit-Down with Jelena Dokic

When Jelena Dokic stunned Martina Hingis in the first round of Wimbledon 1999, the Australian qualifier was catapulted into global stardom. The win came at a tournament where she won 20 of her first 24 matches, and she ultimately peaked at world No.4 in one of the strongest eras the women’s game has seen. Dokic sat down with Matt and Viv to relive those highs, recounting her upset of the Swiss superstar in vivid detail, describing what it was like to face many WTA icons, and how her run to the m

Jun 24, 2024 • 25:05

Novak’s Wimbledon scramble, spotlight on Alex and Katie, Ash is back!

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in a race against time to be fit for Wimbledon with Novak turning to Taylor Fritz for advice on how to fast-track his rehab, Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter have both won grass-court titles in the lead-up to the Championships — we turn the spotlight on tennis’ golden couple to analyse their symbiotic improvement with the help of GIG analyst Simon Rea, meantime Jordan Thompson and Rinky Hijikata are flying the Aussie flag at Queen’s following Demon’s shock firs

Jun 20, 2024 • 39:20

The Sit-Down with Matt Ebden

Australian doubles star Matt Ebden is hitting new highs deep into his tennis career. As one half of the men’s doubles champions at Wimbledon and the Australian Open, the 36-year-old is now the ATP doubles world No.1, and is targeting more silverware as he heads into his beloved grass-court season. Ebden joins Viv and Matt on The Sit-Down to discuss his long career that just keeps getting better with age. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify  Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyATSee

Jun 17, 2024 • 19:15

Roland Garros wrap: Iga the invincible, Carlos chasing Career Grand Slam at AO25

As the dust settles on the clay swing, world No.1 Iga Swiatek has another Roland Garros crown and Carlos Alcaraz has completed the ‘Surface Slam’ in just his third major final — Simon Rea breaks down the champions’ performances and casts a magnifying glass over five players of interest in the lead-up to Wimbledon: Jasmine Paolini, Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner, Brie reveals her top 5 thinks you didn’t know about the new men’s world No.1, plus Australian Open tourn

Jun 13, 2024 • 38:39

The Sit-Down with Stephen Farrow

As the tours pivot from clay to grass, former Queen's Club tournament director Stephen Farrow sits down with Matt and Viv to reveal how he entered the tennis industry and rose to oversee one of the world's most historic events. Now living in Australia in his role as tournament director of the innovative United Cup, the British native recalls some of his most memorable moments across his career in tennis, and envisages an exciting future for the sport. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle Podcas

Jun 10, 2024 • 30:16

Roland Garros week 2: "The Slam we've been waiting for"

The women’s final of Roland Garros will feature a Grand Slam champion against a first-time major finalist, following Mirra Andreeva’s upset of Aryna Sabalenka and Jasmine Paolini’s ousting of Elena Rybakina — our panel of experts previews the women’s semis and a star-studded men’s last four that includes two major champions (Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz) and two players still yet to taste Grand Slam success (Alex Zverev and Casper Ruud), quarterfinalist Alex de Minaur analyses his career-bes

Jun 6, 2024 • 37:48

The Sit-Down with Nicole Bradtke

An unseeded 18-year-old at Roland Garros 1988, Australia's Nicole Bradtke (née Provis) reached the semifinals — her best Grand Slam singles result. The clay-loving Melburnian sits down with Luke Dennehy to reflect on her charmed run 36 years ago that included a quarterfinal win over eventual three-time Roland Garros champion Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario, the elusive match point against Natasha Zvereva that cost her a spot in the final, and the telegram she received from the Australian Prime Minister.

Jun 3, 2024 • 24:23

Roland Garros week 1: will Rafa return? Iga by an inch, Demon digs in

Iga Swiatek has fended off fellow four-time major champ Naomi Osaka to keep alive her Roland Garros title defence — Casey Dellacqua and Simon Rea join the panel to discuss a rain-affected first week of competition, the future for Rafael Nadal following his first round exit, Jannik Sinner’s impressive numbers on his comeback from injury, and the two remaining Australians in the singles draw, Alex de Minaur and Thanasi Kokkinakis, plus — in a week that’s heralded the arrival of a new power couple,

May 30, 2024 • 34:16

The Sit-Down with Corinne Dubreuil

Esteemed French tennis photographer Corinne Dubreuil is back at Roland Garros, capturing the tournament through her lens for the 38th consecutive year. The globe-trotting freelancer sits down with Matt Trollope to explain how Chris Evert became her gateway into the industry, why each of the Slams are so unique to cover, and how her award-winning Rafael Nadal book came to fruition, plus she reveals her all-time favourite photos and players across her dream career.See omnystudio.com/listener for p

May 27, 2024 • 23:27

Roland Garros preview: who can dethrone Iga? Return of the 'King of Clay'

Can anyone stop three-time champion Iga Swiatek retaining her Roland Garros crown? 2010 finalist Sam Stosur and 2000 men’s doubles champion Todd Woodbridge make the cases for Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina, and preview the most open men’s field in recent memory as Rafael Nadal prepares to bid adieu to the scene of his 14 titles, Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley drops by for an important update on the state of the game, and Iga Swiatek on how she’s managed to conque

May 23, 2024 • 41:06

The Sit-Down with Francesca Schiavone

Francesca Schiavone made history at Roland Garros in 2010, becoming the first Italian woman to win a Grand Slam singles title. There was also her victory over Serena Williams and her Australian Open record-breaking epic against Svetlana Kuznetsova in a career that saw Schiavone reach a world No.4 singles ranking. The 43-year-old sits down with producer Shannon Davis in her Milan home, reflecting on some magical moments in her professional career with the same passion that still drives her tennis

May 20, 2024 • 24:04

Women's clay guns fire in Rome, what's up with Novak?

The top three women's seeds — Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff — are battling for the title in Rome, while the men's draw has seen the premature exits of Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, Andrey Rublev and Casper Ruud — Todd Woodbridge and Casey Dellacqua discuss the remaining title contenders including Alex Zverev, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Hubert Hurkacz, and the big opportunities for the next generation at Roland Garros, plus Brie’s Top 5 social media moments of the week, and we previ

May 16, 2024 • 36:49

The Sit-Down with Paolo Lorenzi

Former world No.33 Paolo Lorenzi, who retired from the tour in 2021, is now the Italian Open tournament director. Having trained and competed with Jannik Sinner and Matteo Berrettini in his playing career, Lorenzi has witnessed first-hand the spectacular rise of Italian tennis, and believes the best is yet to come. He sits down with Ursin Caderas at the Foro Italico in Rome to discuss Sinner’s enormous popularity, and how the Australian Open 2024 champion could soon not only be world No.1, but p

May 13, 2024 • 14:05

Swiatek: the ‘Djokovic' of clay, Rafa’s Italian finale, Brie’s Met Gala top 5

Iga Swiatek has bolstered her impressive clay-court credentials by taking the title in Madrid in a pulsating women’s final against Aryna Sabalenka lasting more than three hours — Wally Masur and Viv Christie join the panel to discuss the Pole’s main threats in Rome and Roland Garros, and preview a men’s draw missing Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, giving Rafael Nadal even more impetus in his final appearance in the Italian capital, plus we discuss the outlook for former Australian Open finalis

May 9, 2024 • 40:24

The Sit-Down with Wim Fissette

Wim Fissette is on tour with Naomi Osaka again following the birth of her daughter Shai and subsequent return to the court. The Belgian coach believes the four-time Grand Slam champion and former world No.1 can reach even greater heights, and has room to grow on clay. Fissette joins Matt and Viv from Madrid to discuss her potential, and his passion for coaching over a 15-year career that has featured stints with other top-ranked major champions Kim Clijsters, Simona Halep, Victoria Azarenka, and

May 6, 2024 • 26:08

‘Sabakina’ rivalry reignites in Madrid, Sinner’s setback, Rafa ready for Rome

AO 2023 women’s finalists Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina renew hostilities in the semifinals of Madrid, while Iga Swiatek battles Madison Keys for the other spot in the final — Casey Dellacqua and Simon Rea preview the last four for the women’s draw discuss the outlook for the men’s draw, which lost top two seeds Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz with injury concerns weeks out from Roland Garros, Rafael Nadal has another four matches under the belt as he looks to take the next step towards Ro

May 2, 2024 • 40:09

The Sit-Down with Paul McNamee

You'd be hard-pressed to find someone with more passion for tennis than Paul McNamee, a Davis Cup and Wimbledon champion who later became Australian Open tournament director. Atypically for an Australian, McNamee's favourite surface is clay — a love-affair he documents in his book Welcome to the Dance. Matt and Viv sit down with McNamee to discuss the nation's relationship with clay, his favourite clay-courts around the world, and who he most loves watching compete on the surface today.AusOpen.c

Apr 29, 2024 • 20:37

Ep. 200! Elena’s clay-court claim, Rafa’s path to Paris, Garbi’s goodbye

Jelena Dokic joins The AO Show for our 200th episode! After conquering Iga Swiatek en route to the title in Stuttgart, Elena Rybakina claims she can win a Grand Slam on any surface — our panel discusses her chances ahead of Roland Garros and who stands in her way of a second major crown, Casper Ruud claims his biggest title of his career in Barcelona and is back Grand Slam title contention, Rafael Nadal takes the next step in his Paris preparations in Madrid, and the tennis world bids farewell t

Apr 24, 2024 • 47:03

The Sit-Down with Brad Gilbert

Former-player-turned-super-coach Brad Gilbert has added a showbiz string to his bow after serving as consulting coach for the new tennis movie Challengers. The 62-year-old, with wife Kim, was responsible for turning Hollywood stars Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor into convincing tennis players for the silver screen. And, as Matt and Viv found out during their sit-down, there was a lot more to the role than Brad expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 2024 • 16:43

Stef’s stiff upper lip, Demon downs Nadal on clay

Stefanos Tsitsipas' emotional triumph at Monte-Carlo has put him back in the frame for a maiden major title — our experts discuss the world No.7's potential to re-establish himself as a Grand Slam contender, Alex de Minaur has become the first Australian to topple Rafael Nadal on clay, booking his spot in the Round of 16 at Barcelona and casting further doubt over the 12-time champion's future, and we have tickets to the new tennis movie Challengers to give away to Australian and New Zealand lis

Apr 18, 2024 • 37:14

The Sit-Down with Sam Stosur

Sam Stosur’s obsession with the clay wasn’t always what it is today. As the clay-court season gets underway in Stuttgart, the 2010 Roland Garros finalist sits down with Matt and Viv to discuss how she learned to master the surface, and which European clay court she would most like to have replicated in her own home. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify  Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyATSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 2024 • 15:51

Can Collins’ conquest continue? Alexei v Alex at Monte-Carlo, Rafa return imminent

Danielle Collins has taken all before her with back-to-back titles in Miami and Charleston in what will be her last season on tour — or will it? Todd Woodbridge believes the 30-year-old might delay her end-of-year retirement if she continues her fearsome form, Alexei Popyrin has scored his sixth top-10 win to set up an all-Aussie showdown with Alex de Minaur among a star-studded Round of 16 at Monte-Carlo, and Aussie Billie Jean King Cup coach Nicole Pratt joins us from Brisbane to preview Austr

Apr 11, 2024 • 33:12

The Sit-Down with Judy Dalton

1968 Wimbledon singles finalist Judy Dalton was one of the 'Original 9', a group of players who defied the establishment to form the women's professional tour. This week has seen the holding of the longest-running United States tournament from that tour, at Charleston. Dalton remains a passionate advocate for the women's game, and a great storyteller, as Matt Trollope discovered in their sit-down. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyATSee omnystu

Apr 8, 2024 • 14:39

Nick Kyrgios: the most misunderstood ‘villain’ in tennis?

Australian firebrand Nick Kyrgios joins Jon and Brie for a candid conversation about his career, public perception, mental wellbeing, the state of the game, and his plans to get back on the court. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 4, 2024 • 31:18

Novak & Goran split! Sinner & Alcaraz final brewing in Miami, vintage Vika!

Sam Stosur joins The AO Show to discuss the latest news including the shock parting of Novak Djokovic and coach Goran Ivanisevic, the latest from Miami where Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz remain on a collision course for the men’s final, Victoria Azarenka is back in the semis — the three-time champion opens up about the evolution of the women’s game over her 20-year career, and Stosur shares what it's like going from player to captain ahead of Australia’s Billie Jean King Cup qualifier agains

Mar 28, 2024 • 34:47

The Sit-Down with Marta Kostyuk

Marta Kostyuk burst onto the world stage with a run to the third round of Australian Open 2018 — her first Grand Slam main draw appearance — at just 15 years of age. Since then, much has changed for the young Ukrainian star who reached the last eight of a major for the first time at AO 2024. But it's not just on the court where the 21-year-old is all grown-up, as Andrea Petkovic discovered during her sit-down with Marta.AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Chri

Mar 25, 2024 • 10:01

Alcaraz' revenge tour, Iga back to business, Halep’s “special day"

Iga Swiatek has collected her second trophy of 2024, while Carlos Alcaraz has captured his first title since Wimbledon downing a string of rivals along the way — Casey Dellacqua joins The AO Show to recap Indian Wells and discuss all the big news from Miami including Simona Halep’s return to the match court, Aryna Sabalenka’s decision to take her place in the draw, and Andy Murray’s unbreakable spirit, plus Victoria Rudnikov pulls back the curtains on US thunderbolt Ben Shelton. AusOpen.comiHear

Mar 21, 2024 • 35:29

The Sit-Down with Jannik Sinner

AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope and Australian Tennis Magazine’s Viv Christie present a new stream of The AO Show called The Sit-Down. First cab off the rank is Jannik Sinner, who — until his loss to Carlos Alcaraz at Indian Wells — was undefeated in 2024. The world No.3 enjoyed a stellar Australian Open culminating in his first major title after a jaw-dropping five-set final against Daniil Medvedev. But there’s a lot more to the 22-year-old than meets the eye, as Nick McCarvel discovered during the

Mar 18, 2024 • 9:09

Desert delights, Halep to return in Miami, Sinner's super-coaches

We're down to the last eight at Indian Wells with some surprise packets including mum-of-two Caroline Wozniacki — Todd and Casey join Jon and Brie to preview the bumper quarterfinals and discuss some of the biggest results including lucky loser Luca Nardi's upset of Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka's shock loss to Emma Navarro, Simona Halep is set to return from an 18-month hiatus with a wildcard for Miami, while Ursin Caderas gets the low-down on Jannik Sinner from his coaches Simone Vagnozzi

Mar 14, 2024 • 33:48

Alex and Katie’s “surreal” week, Halep free to return, Nadal withdraws from IW

Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter are undoubtedly the power couple of world tennis following titles in Acapulco and San Diego respectively — the Australian number one joins The AO Show to reveal the remarkable details of his whirlwind week, Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from Indian Wells due to ongoing injury concerns — our expert panel discusses the future of the 22-time major champion and of Simona Halep who’s eyeing a return to the court after winning her appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sp

Mar 7, 2024 • 36:25

Bonus: Tim Minchin on the intersection of tennis and theatre

From the stage to the screen, Aussie showbiz legend Tim Minchin's creativity knows no bounds. Following the success of his award-winning Matilda the Musical, the multi-talented composer returned to Melbourne during AO 2024 his latest box office smash Groundhog Day the Musical. And while he was in town, he stopped by The AO Show to share his insights on two of the world’s great spectacles, musical theatre and tennis, and how they’re strangely alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat

Mar 1, 2024 • 12:03

Thommo’s twin titles, Australia’s new world No.1, Coco’s teenage twilight

Jordan Thompson has captured his maiden ATP singles title on a remarkable day in Los Cabos that also saw him capture the doubles title with Max Purcell — Wally Masur joins The AO Show to discuss the significance of the 29-year-old's climb to a career-high world No.32, Matt Ebden has eclipsed his doubles partner Rohan Bopanna to clinch the world No.1 ranking— Australian Tennis Magazine’s Leigh Rogers speaks with the 36-year-old about the path he’s forged and the road ahead, and reigning US Open c

Feb 29, 2024 • 25:47

AO 2024 Week 2 Rewind: crowd-pleasers, comebacks and champions

Week 2 of the main draw was one for the history books: from Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff’s US Open Final rematch to Jannik Sinner’s semifinal dethroning of Novak Djokovic, from Zheng Qinwen’s run to the women's final on the 10th anniversary of Li Na’s 2014 title to Sinner and Daniil Medvedev gripping men's finale — the last seven days of AO 2024 were unforgettable, so let’s relive some of the highlights!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 22, 2024 • 33:57

Bonus: Andre Agassi on finding peace on the court and purpose in life

For the first nine years of his career, Andre Agassi avoided coming to the Australian Open. So, it was with some trepidation that the two-time major champion arrived in Melbourne in 1995 eager to add a third Grand Slam title to his collection. Much to his surprise, not only was he embraced by the public, but he was spurred on all the way to the championship. In 2024, Agassi returned to Melbourne Park, where his love affair with the AO began almost three decades ago.See omnystudio.com/listener fo

Feb 15, 2024 • 17:32

AO 2024 Week 1 Rewind: narrow escapes, nail-biters and new stars

Week 1 of AO 2024 produced some remarkable moments: from Novak Djokovic’s first-round survival of dynamite qualifier Dino Prizmic to Anna Blinkova’s extraordinary record-breaking tiebreak against Elena Rybakina, from the seed-slaying heroics of Mirra Andreeva and Linda Noskova to Andrey Rublev’s “Scary Movie” marathon against Alex de Minaur — the first eight days had something for everyone, so let’s revisit some of the highlights!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 8, 2024 • 29:58

AO 2024 Awards: The 'Oscars' of the Australian Open

What was the match of the tournament? Who delivered the best performance? Who produced the best comeback? Tournament director Craig Tiley joins Australian Tennis Magazine’s Viv Christie and AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope to recognise the people and the moments that made Australian Open 2024 one of the most memorable yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 2024 • 32:06

Day 15: Sinner coronation complete in classic comeback, Sabalenka still smiling

Jannik Sinner has captured the Australian Open men’s crown and his maiden Grand Slam title in an astonishing five-set comeback against Daniil Medvedev — our experts Peter Marcato and Simon Rea discuss where and how the final was won and lost, Aryna Sabalenka is revelling in the glory of her title defence after a night of celebrations with her team — Hot Shots Tennis player Ava Yalmanchili gets to meet the 2024 women’s champion, four-time men’s champion Andre Agassi reflects on his successes and

Jan 28, 2024 • 34:13

Day 14: Sabalenka still supreme! Sinner or Medvedev: who will ascend the AO throne?

Aryna Sabalenka has secured back-to-back Australian Open titles with a straight-sets win over Zheng Qinwen — our experts Chanda Rubin and Simon Rea analyse the women's final and preview the men’s championship decider between Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev, we hear from both finalists and their coaches as they prepare to battle for the men’s crown, 43-year-old Rohan Bopanna has won his first Grand Slam men's doubles titles alongside Matt Ebden, 2014 women’s champion Li Na reflects on her memor

Jan 27, 2024 • 32:49

Day 13: Sinner topples top dog, Medvedev back from the dead, all set for ‘Queen-wen’ v Queen Aryna

Daniil Medvedev has overturned a two-sets-to-love deficit against Alex Zverev to advance the men’s final against Jannik Sinner who dealt defending champion Novak Djokovic his first loss in Melbourne since 2018 — our experts Candy Reid and Simon Reid break down the key moments of their four-set semifinal and preview the women’s final between Zheng Qinwen and Aryna Sabalenka, we hear from the finalists’ coaches Pere Riba, Anton Dubrov and Jason Stacy, plus we re-visit the December interview with J

Jan 26, 2024 • 29:44

Day 12: Zheng the final test in Sabalenka title defence, all set for men’s semis

Zheng Qinwen is a step away from replicating Li Na’s history-making feat of 2014 following her straight-sets win over qualifier Dayana Yastremka, standing in her way is defending champion Aryna Sabalenka who ended the run of Coco Gauff at the second last hurdle — our experts Josh Eagle and Simon Rea dissect the match, and preview the men’s semifinal between ATP Finals rivals Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner, we look back at the career of Evonne Goolagong Cawley on the 50th anniversary of her mai

Jan 25, 2024 • 32:05

Day 11: Zverev escapes Alcaraz, Medvedev awaits, Zheng to face Yastremska

Alex Zverev has subdued Carlos Alcaraz and booked a last four date with Daniil Medevedev who won a tug-of-war against Hubert Hurkacz en route to his third semifinal in Melbourne — experts Pippa Horn and Simon Rea discuss how he did it and preview the women’s semifinal between US Open champion Coco Gauff and AO defending champion Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng Qinwen and qualifier Dayana Yastremska extend their best previous Grand Slam results by winning their quarterfinals, and have we seen the last of

Jan 24, 2024 • 26:29

Day 10: Djokovic sets up Sinner semi, Gauff and Sabalenka to meet again

Novak Djokovic has battled through four sets with Taylor Fritz to set up a semifinal showdown with his ATP Finals nemesis Jannik Sinner who defated Andrey Rublev, Aryna Sabalenka has ousted Barbora Krejcikova in straight sets to book in a US Open Final rematch against Coco Gauff who held off Marta Kostyuk — ­our experts Robbie Koenig and Simon Rea dissect the result and preview the men’s quarterfinal between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev on Day 11, and Australian Open cult figure Marcos Ba

Jan 23, 2024 • 30:34

Day 9: Sascha back in last eight, Zheng channels Li Na, Svitolina’s teary exit

Alex Zverev has continued his incredible five-set form to dispatch Cameron Norrie and reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 2021 — our experts Abigail Johnson and Simon Rea deconstruct the match and preview the Day 10 quarterfinal between young guns Marta Kostyuk and Coco Gauff, Zheng Qinwen is one of five women debutantes in the last eight following her straight-sets defeat of Oceane Dodin on a disappointing day for the French brigade which also lost livewire Arthur Cazaux in a brave

Jan 22, 2024 • 28:39

Day 8: Rublev downs Demon, Fritz blitzes into last eight, Djokovic clicks into gear

Australia’s last Alex de Minaur has been knocked out by Andrey Rublev in a pulsating five-set battle on Rod Laver Arena — the 5th seed spoke to The AO Show about his “Scary Movie” moment, Taylor Fritz is into the quarterfinals in Melbourne for the first time after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas — our experts Josh Eagle and Dylan Wood analyse the match, and preview the Day 8 match between Iga Swiatek’s conquerer Linda Noskova and Elina Svitolina, and American sports journeyman Mason Cox takes over

Jan 21, 2024 • 31:47

Day 7: Swiatek shock, Dimitrov & Ruud exit, it’s the Cazaux Show!

Czech teenager Linda Noskova has produced the upset of the tournament toppling world No.1 Iga Swiatek — the earliest loss by a women’s top seed at the Australian Open since 1979, men’s seeds Casper Ruud and Grigor Dimitrov have come unstuck in the third round, Victoria Azarenka has outgunned Jelena Ostapenko in the battle of the Grand Slam champions to book her spot in the Round of 16 for the 11th time — experts Chris Bowers and Simon Rea pick apart the key moments in the match and preview Alex

Jan 20, 2024 • 28:10

Day 6: Krejcikova weathers Storm, Demon and Djoker advance, Millman’s last dance

Barbora Krejcikova has surmounted a big challenge from Australia’s Storm Hunter to keep alive her title dream, onwards and upwards for the men's big seeds including Novak Djokovic, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Alex de Minaur and Jannik Sinner who’s still yet to drop a set en route to the Round of 16 — experts Lou Pleming and Simon Rea unpack the Italian’s formidable weapons and preview the third round match between former Grand Slam champions Jelena Ostapenko and Victoria Azarenka, John Millman bids fare

Jan 19, 2024 • 30:13

Day 5: Blinkova & Rybakina raise roof in RLA thriller! Rune gone, Swiatek survives

Anna Blinkova has outlasted 2023 finalist Elena Rybakina in an all-time classic under lights on Rod Laver Arena that broke the record for longest tie-break in Grand Slam history, Holger Rune has become the highest men’s seed to exit after being blown off the court by Frenchman Arthur Cazaux, Iga Swiatek has overcome a second set scare against Danielle Collins to keep alive her Australian Open dream — our experts Candy Reid and Simon Rea discuss how she managed to steal victory from the jaws of d

Jan 18, 2024 • 31:43

Day 4: Novak stops the Pop, Jabeur & Sakkari undone by young guns

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has withstood another four-set test to reach the third round for the 16th time, more women's seeds have scattered on another turbulent day of competition including Maria Sakkari and Ons Jabeur — our experts Kate Burton and Simon Rea deconstruct teenage sensation Mirra Andreeva’s thumping of her Tunisian idol and preview the upcoming battle between Thanasi Kokkinakis and men’s 13th seed Grigor Dimitrov, Duncan McKenzie-McHarg helps preview some of the Day 5 match

Jan 17, 2024 • 31:39

Day 3: Aussies light up the night, Kerber joins major-winning casualties

Thanasi Kokkinakis and Ajla Tomljanovic have delivered an Aussie double-header for the ages—each staring down demons to win memorable epics on ‘The People’s Court’, 2016 champion Angelique Kerber has become the latest Grand Slam winner bundled out in the first round — experts Chris Bowers and Simon Rea analyse Danielle Collins’ win, and preview Alexei Popyrin’s second round showdown with defending champion Novak Djokovic on Night 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 16, 2024 • 32:32

Day 2: Osaka ousted! Felix fends off Domi in five-hour epic

Naomi Osaka’s hyped return to Melbourne Park has been cut short by Caroline Garcia in the first round on a day that saw no fewer than four Grand Slam champions knocked out, Nicolas Jarry becomes the first seeded casualty of the men’s draw losing to Italian qualifier Flavio Cobolli — our experts Nick Lester and Simon Rea analyse how he upstaged the Chilean 18th seed and preview tomorrow’s big-serving battle between 2023 finalist Elena Rybakina and Karolina Pliskova, plus party rocker Redfoo is in

Jan 15, 2024 • 32:56

Day 1: Djoker tested, Rublev hangs on, Anisimova scores Samsonova scalp

Novak Djokovic has taken four hours to overcome Croatian teenager Dino Prizmic in the 10-time champ's longest first round match in Melbourne, Amanda Anisimova has produced the biggest Day 1 upset dispatching 13th seed Liudmila Samsonova, Andrey Rublev has survived a thriller against Brazilian fireball Thiago Seyboth Wild — our experts analyse just how he managed to keep his campaign alive in a dramatic five-setter, and preview Naomi Osaka’s AO comeback match against Caroline Garcia, plus Aussie

Jan 14, 2024 • 32:32

Bonus: Mason Cox: A sports odyssey, from Dallas to Melbourne

After playing high school soccer and college basketball, 6'11" Texan Mason Cox was invited to join a US Combine for a sport he'd never heard of: Australian football. 10 years and more than 100 senior games later, the 32-year-old recently became the first American-born-and-raised AFL premiership player. And, as luck would have it, his workplace, the Collingwood Football Club, is right across the road from Melbourne Park — great news for this self-confessed tennis fanatic!See omnystudio.com/listen

Jan 12, 2024 • 21:39

AO Draw revealed, Demon tiptoes into top 10, Djoker in the driver's seat

Alex de Minaur is the first Australian man to receive a top-10 seeding at his home slam since Lleyton Hewitt in 2006 — we speak to tournament director Craig Tiley about the Demon's extraordinary form in the lead up to AO 2024, Todd Woodbridge and Casey Dellacqua dissect the Women's and Men's Singles draws and reveal their title predictions, and we take a car ride with defending champion Novak Djokovic from to the scene of his 10 AO titles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 2024 • 38:42

Team Australia powers into UC semis, Osaka on finding joy

Alex de Minaur's heroics against Novak Djokovic have helped Team Australia reach the last four of the United Cup — which other two teams will join the home nation and Team Poland in this weekend's semifinals? Naomi Osaka has made her long-awaited return to professional tennis in Brisbane — she opens up about how her motherhood has changed her outlook on life and has helped her rediscover her love for the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 4, 2024 • 28:46

Bonus: Who’s Demon “wining and dining”? Boulter to bring heat in UC showdown

Team Australia begins its United Cup campaign against Great Britain in Perth on the opening night of competition. Adding intrigue to the rivalry is the relationship between Alex de Minaur and Katie Boulter. Both are set take to the singles courts for their respective nations, but could we see the couple on opposite ends of the court in the mixed doubles? Today, we hear from both, de Minaur’s teammate Ajla Tomljanovic and Team Australia captain Lleyton Hewitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for priva

Dec 29, 2023 • 12:30

We’re back! United Cup preview, Sascha and Angie in cruise control

The Australian Summer of Tennis has finally arrived! Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic preview the second edition of the United Cup from Perth, Jon Hoevenaars catches up with top Frenchwoman Caroline Garcia in Sydney, Alex Zverev and Angelique Kerber take some time out of preparations to go cruising on Sydney Harbour with Team Germany, and former Top 10 player Daria Kasatkina reveals her unique new mindset ahead of the Brisbane International.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 28, 2023 • 21:53

Christmas Special: 2023 wrapped, Pegula prepped for Perth

For our final episode of Season 5, we’re reliving some of the highlights of 2023 — our Round Table panellists Casey Dellacqua, Wally Masur, Nicole Pratt, Simon Rea, and Todd Woodbridge reveal their favourite moments and why, plus AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope speaks to World No.5 Jessica Pegula ahead of Team USA’s United Cup title defence beginning in Perth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 2023 • 32:16

Bonus: Darren Cahill on making a Grand Slam champion

Darren Cahill has been crowned Coach of the Year at the 2023 ATP Awards, along with his colleague Simone Vagnozzi. Together, they coach Jannik Sinner, who this year won four titles, including his first Masters 1000 title, was runner-up at the ATP Finals, and finished the year as the World No.4. Previously, Cahill has worked with the likes of Lleyton Hewitt, Andre Agassi and Simon Halep. But, as he explained, producing a Grand Slam champion takes a lot more than it might appear on the outside.See

Dec 15, 2023 • 19:34

Demon's second 'Newk' "just the beginning", Tiley teases AO24, Stef’s ‘home Slam’

One month out from the Australian Open, tournament director Craig Tiley gives a sneak peek of some exciting changes in store for AO24, newly-crowned Newcombe Medallist Alex de Minaur is predicting even bigger things to come next season, plus Stefanos Tsitsipas explains why he considers the AO his 'home Slam' and why defending champion Novak Djokovic still poses a problem for the next generation of Grand Slam contenders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listen

Dec 14, 2023 • 32:03

Rafa to reignite in Brisbane! Woz ready for return to Oz

Rafael Nadal is set to make his long-awaited return to tennis at the Brisbane International before returning to Melbourne for what could be his final Australian Open, Caroline Wozniacki has been granted a wildcard for the first Grand Slam of the year — the 2018 women's champion speaks exclusively to The AO Show about her fond relationship with the tournament, her fans and why she can't wait to be back, plus Taylor Fritz reveals his plans to spearhead Team USA to back-to-back glory during the sec

Dec 7, 2023 • 34:53

Unrepentant Sinner sinks Australia, Demon’s Davis Cup vow

Jannik Sinner puts an exclamation mark on his stellar season by leading Italy to its first Davis Cup championship since 1976 — GIG analyst Simon Rea reveals the stats where Sinner rivals Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz and where he’s gone ahead, Alex de Minaur vows to be back after Australia finishes runner-up for a second consecutive year, we announce the Newcombe Medal nominees for 2023, and AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope catches up with British women’s No.1 Katie Boulter a month out from the A

Nov 30, 2023 • 30:10

Novak notches another, Demon delivers in Davis Cup, Hunter now the hunted

World No.1 Novak Djokovic has saluted at the ATP Finals for a record seventh time exacting revenge on his round-robin conqueror Jannik Sinner in the final, Alex De Minaur has fought back from the brink against Czechia to guide Australia into the Davis Cup Semi-Finals — our Round Table experts preview the Aussies’ upcoming tie against last four surprise packet Finland, and newly crowned Doubles World No.1 Storm Hunter drops by to celebrate her achievement and reveal her goals for 2024. See omnyst

Nov 23, 2023 • 37:06

Who takes the title in Turin? Canada on top of the world in BJK Cup

An exquisite performance from Jannik Sinner at the ATP Finals has ended Novak Djokovic’s 19-match winning streak dating back to Wimbledon but the trophy is still up for grabs — our Round Table experts discuss which players could join Daniil Medvedev in the last four, Leylah Fernandez is the talk of Canada again after the 2021 US Open finalist led her country to its first Billie Jean King Cup title, and tournament director Craig Tiley joins The AO Show to discuss the state of play less than two m

Nov 16, 2023 • 37:05

Bonus: Adam Hills, '80s ballkid, TV star and Para-Standing Tennis player

Adam Hills is a household name across the English-speaking world — an Australian comedy legend, satirist, radio host and TV personality (Spicks and Specks, Adam Hills Tonight and The Last Leg). But as a lifelong tennis player and fan, Adam is advocating for a little-known format of the sport called Para-Standing Tennis. He joined Jon Hoevenaars on The AO Show to discuss how it all came about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 2023 • 19:10

Swiatek back on top, Novak’s night in Paris, all set for ATP Finals

A flawless WTA Finals performance from Iga Swiatek has seen her recapture the World No.1 ranking from Aryna Sabalenka — GIG analyst Simon Rea reveals what sets her apart from the rest of the field and where she can improve in 2024, Novak Djokovic extends his Masters 1000 title record to 40 with his seventh title in Paris as he inches towards 400 weeks at the top of the rankings — who can challenge the World No.1 at the ATP Finals in Turin, plus celebrity guest Adam Hills joins The AO Show to dis

Nov 9, 2023 • 30:26

Who can conquer Cancun? Playing for points in Paris

Iga Swiatek and Jessica Pegula are undefeated after their first two group matches at the WTA Finals — can Aryna Sabalenka hold on to World No.1 or will the ‘lady in red’ spoil her party? Holger Rune is still alive in Paris as he attempts to fend off the challengers to his eighth spot in the ATP Finals, but in-form Pole Hubert Hurkacz is breathing down his neck, and AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope catches up with Mark Philippoussis to relive his remarkable upset of Pete Sampras at AO 1996.See omnystu

Nov 2, 2023 • 32:11

Becker back in business, Aryna and Iga battle for No.1, United Cup draw revealed

Boris Becker has teamed up with Holger Rune for the rest of the season — can the young Dane hold onto eighth spot in the race to the ATP Finals or will he be overtaken by one of Taylor Fritz, Casper Rudd, Hubi Hurkcacz, Tommy Paul or Alex de Minaur? Our Round Table experts discuss the players still in the running, and preview the WTA Finals in Cancun where current World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka will attempt to fend off Iga Swiatek from wrestling back the title, Aussie great Mark Philippoussis gives

Oct 26, 2023 • 34:05

Race to the Finals, United Cup field revealed, what’s Demon doing differently?

The race is on to the season-ending WTA Finals in Cancun and the ATP Finals in Turin — our Round Table experts put the spotlight on a number of players making strides, GIG analyst Simon Rea reveals the numbers propelling Aussies Jordan Thompson and Alex de Minaur to new heights, Lleyton Hewitt explains how he’s crafted the latter to become his most reliable Davis Cup performer, the field for United Cup 23-24 is announced, and we get to know one of the breakthrough stars of AO 2023, Jiri Lehecka.

Oct 19, 2023 • 32:51

What’s in store for AO24? Comeback queens, heirs apparent and more!

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley unveils some exciting new initiatives in the works for AO 2024, Casey Dellacqua and Wally Masur join the Round Table to discuss the prospects of former champions Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki and Angelique Kerber – all set to return to Melbourne – plus the bright young stars looking for their first Australian Open silverware, and fan favourite Grigor Dimitrov joins The AO Show from Shanghai fresh from his victory over Carlos Alcaraz.See omnystudi

Oct 12, 2023 • 32:50

Sinner shapes up, Aussie high in Shanghai, AO set for Sunday start

Jannik Sinner has scored his first career win over Daniil Medvedev to secure his ninth ATP title in Beijing after also beating Carlos Alcaraz, Alex de Minaur leads a record 11-strong Australian contingent into the Shanghai Masters — our Round Table panellists discuss the outlook for de Minaur and compatriot Thanasi Kokkinakis who spoke to The AO Show after his unbeaten streak against Fabio Fognini, plus more details on the shape of the Australian summer of tennis including the second edition of

Oct 5, 2023 • 30:46

Team World conquers Europe! Will Federer succeed Bjorg?

Team World has successfully defended its Laver Cup title by defeating Team Europe 13-2 — Todd Woodbridge and Nicole Pratt join the Round Table to discuss the wash-up from Vancouver and the latest news from the ATP and the WTA Tours, including a discussion about the place of byes in 500 events, plus we catch up with top Aussie woman Kim Birrell following her breakthrough into the top 100.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 2023 • 31:35

Europe v World at Laver Cup, Aussie summer schedule unveiled

Team Europe prepares for Laver Cup Vancouver without any of the ‘Big Four’ for the first time — can Bjorn Borg lead his men to victory or will John McEnroe’s Team World defend its title from London? Todd Woodbridge is joined by commentators Mark Petchey and Sam Smith for a full preview of the event, plus Casey Dellacqua and Matt Trollope join Jon on the Round Table to discuss the latest from the WTA, and a take a long-range look at the Australian summer of tennis, which will see the return of a

Sep 21, 2023 • 33:54

Djokovic then daylight, sky's the limit for Coco!

Novak Djokovic surges two titles clear of Rafael Nadal on the career majors leaderboard with a straight-sets statement victory over Daniil Medvedev — how far can he go? Coco Gauff secures her maiden Grand Slam title with a come-from-behind victory over AO champion Aryna Sabalenka — our panel of experts discuss the long-term outlook for the 19-year-old, whether more majors are in the pipeline, and where the result leaves Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek as we approach the WTA Finals and Australian Open

Sep 14, 2023 • 32:48

Alcaraz & Djokovic on collision course, Gauff & Keys into last four of home Slam

The men’s World Nos.1 and 2 are on track for another Grand Slam final showdown at the US Open — can Carlos Alcaraz be stopped by Daniil Medvedev and can Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a fourth New York crown be thwarted by American sensation Ben Shelton? Compatriots Coco Gauff and Madison Keys are also one win away from a final of their home Slam, but will first have to navigate Karolina Muchova and AO champion Aryna Sabalenka respectively — our Round Table experts discuss the form of the last four

Sep 7, 2023 • 24:52

Woz no has-been! Stef sinks again, Rinky right as rain

Two-time US Open finalist Caroline Wozniacki has stunned 11th seed Petra Kvitova in a vintage performance from the comeback queen, Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tsitsipas are among the shock casualties on a brutal Day 3 of competition, Rinky Hijikata scores his first second round win at a major and becomes the first Australian through to the third round, the Round Table discusses all the big news from the first week of competition and preview the key upcoming matches including Coco Gauff v Elise Mert

Aug 31, 2023 • 30:16

No.1 up for grabs in US, Coco cherry ripe, Eubanks’ new-found fame

Novak Djokovic is set to regain the ATP World No.1 ranking from Carlos Alcaraz for the fourth time this year as the pair prepares for the latest chapter in their modern rivalry, while Iga Swiatek is attempting to keep Aryna Sabalenka at arm’s length — our panel of experts breaks down the machinations and table their US Open title predictions, American sensation Chris Eubanks joins The AO Show on the eve of his home slam to talk about his new-found fame since his quarter-final run at Wimbledon, a

Aug 24, 2023 • 34:47

De Minaur knocking on the door, Pegula's claim on WTA 'Big Four'

Alex de Minaur has become the highest ranked Australian man since Lleyton Hewitt and is now on the cusp of the ATP Top 10 — our Round Table panellists discuss his prospects for the US Open and beyond, Montreal champ Jess Pegula is now World No.3 but how does she stack up against the WTA ‘Big Three’ of Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina? Plus, we get to know Chinese teenager “Jerry” Shang Juncheng and how he’s modelling his game on Carlos Alcaraz.See omnystudio.com/listener for priva

Aug 17, 2023 • 35:46

Coco’s winning blend, Alcaraz and Swiatek have history on side in US Open trend

Coco Gauff adds a fourth career title to her swag in Washington following a bold addition to her team — our panel of experts discuss her form two weeks out from the last Slam of the year and all the latest news from the Canadian Open including the return of Caroline Wozniacki, AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope reveals the historical Grand Slam trend predicting further US success for Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz, and our analysts suggest why they have the games to win again in New York.See omnystudio

Aug 10, 2023 • 32:47

Can't stop Pop! Back on the blue stuff, can anyone catch Iga?

Australia's Alexei Popyrin captures his second career title in Umag against former AO 2014 champion Stan Wawrinka to set up a big US hardcourt campaign — the Australian joined Jon a month ago in Wimbledon, Iga Swiatek reaches 70 consecutive weeks at World No.1 — can Aryna Sabalenka catch her by season's end? Our Round Table experts discuss the latest tennis news from Washington and Los Cabos, speculate over the early contenders for the US Open, and revisit some of their 'crystal ball' prediction

Aug 3, 2023 • 32:46

Kei and Caro's comebacks, Draper eyes US swing, Stosur’s first AO memory

Former World No.4 Kei Nishikori makes a successful return from injury in Atlanta, while super-mum Caroline Wozniacki prepares to come out of retirement in Montreal — our Round Table experts ponder the former Australian Open champion’s outlook as she returns from a three-year hiatus, all the latest WTA and ATP news from Hamburg, British rising star Jack Draper opens up on the shoulder injury that cost him a chance to compete at his home slam and how Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon triumph has inspired

Jul 27, 2023 • 37:27

Alcaraz dethrones the king, Marketa’s maiden major crown

As the dust settles on a wet and wild Wimbledon, our experts press into the ramifications of the champions results: has Carlos Alcaraz decisively usurped Novak Djokovic as the greatest player on earth, or is the 23-time major champion still primed for more Grand Slam success? Marketa Vondrousova is riding the wave of her fist major title while Ons Jabeur is picking up the pieces from her second consecutive Wimbledon final loss — how will she regroup ahead of the US Open? Plus, we catch up with A

Jul 20, 2023 • 32:20

Svitolina’s super-mum run, young guns and the Djokovic juggernaut

Elina Svitolina stuns the tennis world with an inspired run to the last four at Wimbledon, including her show-stopping upset of Iga Swiatek — will the Pole hold onto the World No.1 ranking or will Aryna Sabalenka claim the prized mantle by overcoming 2022 finalist Ons Jabeur in the semifinals? Novak Djokovic remains the hot favourite to lift the men’s trophy at the All-England Club, with Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev the only ones who can stop him — but can they stop him? Plu

Jul 13, 2023 • 34:16

Where we're at with a wet Wimbledon

With persistent rain wreaking havoc on the Wimbledon schedule, a handful of players are through to the third round while some are yet to clear the first. Nicole Pratt and Simon Rea join the roundtable to make sense of it all; they discuss Novak Djokovic’s imperious form, the progress of top seeds Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz, and a resurgent Andy Murray, who faces Stefanos Tsitsipas in a second-round blockbuster. Meanwhile, Jon Hoevenaars is on the ground in London, catching up with Aleksandar

Jul 6, 2023 • 33:25

Bonus: Demon, Dasha and draw dissection

Aussie stars Alex de Minaur and Daria Saville join The AO Show on the eve of The Championships, plus Todd Woodbridge joins Jon Hoevenaars to dissect the men's and women's singles draws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 1, 2023 • 34:42

Who will win Wimbledon?

We’re just days away from the start of main-draw action at Wimbledon, where we will enjoy two weeks of grass-court Grand Slam tennis. Who is likely to fare best at the All England Club? We chat to Australian great Casey Dellacqua about the players catching her eye in the build-up to the tournament, and ask for her picks to win the prestigious title. In a two-part interview, doubles legend Todd Woodbridge takes us behind the curtain to show us exactly what makes Wimbledon so special, a place wher

Jun 29, 2023 • 26:39

Grass-court action heats up on the road to Wimbledon

In the second week of the grass-court swing, we have now seen almost all of the big names appear at least once as they fine-tune their games for Wimbledon. Elena Rybakina suffered a surprise loss, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune got off to winning starts, and there was a famous comeback victory for the evergreen Venus Williams in Birmingham. We chat to Nicole Pratt and Simon Rea about these results and other players catching their eye on grass, and discuss what makes Novak Djokov

Jun 22, 2023 • 31:45

Djokovic creates history at Roland Garros, Swiatek reigns again

With a third Roland Garros title, Novak Djokovic earned a men’s record 23rd major singles title – and all manner of other history and records in the process. Back at World No.1, he keeps alive his quest for a calendar Grand Slam. Iga Swiatek emphasised her dominance at Roland Garros with her third title in the past four years, thanks to winning a thrilling women’s final. We hear from both champions in Paris, review Roland Garros with Casey Dellacqua and Wally Masur, and look ahead to grass – whe

Jun 15, 2023 • 30:54

Roland Garros week 2: Can Alcaraz upstage Djokovic? Another Sabalenka-Swiatek showdown?

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic have set up a mouthwatering Roland Garros semifinal – their first meeting at a Slam – while Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are headed for a final showdown that will determine the world No.1 ranking. It’s been a resurgent fortnight for semifinalists Karolina Muchova, Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev, and a dream tournament for Beatriz Haddad Maia, who has made history for Brazil. Jon Hoevenaars chats to the legends in Paris and is joined by Duncan McKenzie-McHar

Jun 8, 2023 • 33:31

Roland Garros week 1: Super semis on the cards, Kokk knocks off Stan

Daniil Medvedev and Caroline Garcia are the biggest casualties so far from the first week of Roland Garros, but two mouth-watering potential semifinals — Carlos Alcaraz v Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek v Elena Rybakina — have set tongues wagging in the French capital. Our expert panellists analyse the major results from the first four days, plus Duncan McKenzie-McHarg speaks with two-time finalist Kim Clijsters and Aussie hero Thanasi Kokkinakis who’s reached the third round for the first time s

Jun 1, 2023 • 27:51

Get set for a Rafa-less Roland Garros, Stosur’s top 5 Swiatek threats

Roland Garros will be without 14-time champion Rafael Nadal for the first time since 2004 — our Round Table panellists speculate about who’s primed to snatch the men’s title, Sam Stosur reveals her top five threats to women’s defending champion Iga Swiatek, and we catch up with Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley before he flies to Paris.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2023 • 33:29

Re-matches galore as Rome reaches business end

Making an encouraging return in Rome following injury, defending champion Novak Djokovic gets a true test of his level – and a chance to avenge his 2022 Paris Masters final loss – against rising star Holger Rune in the quarters. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek looks dominant as she targets a third straight title in Rome but next faces Elena Rybakina, who has beaten her twice already in 2023. Our panel of experts discusses these match-ups, and more of the storylines from Rome, as the build-up to Roland Ga

May 17, 2023 • 21:07

Who can escape from Alcaraz? Djoker returns to Rome, sisters in the spotlight

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka are the players to beat after capturing titles in Madrid — our panel of experts discuss the contenders for Rome and make their early predictions for Roland Garros, Novak Djokovic returns from his elbow injury ready for a shot at a seventh title in the Italian capital, Andy Murray’s woes continue at the top level, and what we all should know about tennis’s newest sister act Linda and Brenda Fruhvirtova.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omny

May 11, 2023 • 33:57

Who will reign in Spain? Emma's surgery setback, tennis’ teen queen

Carlos Alcaraz eyes back-to-back titles while Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka remain on track for another top-of-the-table final — our Round Table experts discuss all the big stories from Madrid including Aslan Karatsev’s return to form and Zhang Zhizhen’s historic run at an ATP event, plus AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope and Game Insight Group analyist Simon Rea cast a spotlight over teen sensation Mirra Andreeva and journeyman Karen Khachanov in GIG Corner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

May 4, 2023 • 33:46

Raducanu on the ropes, Rafa’s Roland Garros race, Prima Donna’s dream

Emma Raducanu withdraws from Madrid with injury and is set to drop out of the Top 100 — have the British media gone too hard on the 20-year-old? Australian Billie Jean King Cup coach Nicole Pratt joins the Round Table to discuss the tabloid's treatment of Raducanu and whether Rafael Nadal will play Roland Garros if he’s not fully fit, plus what we all should know about Donna Vekic but no one’s bothered to ask…yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for

Apr 27, 2023 • 36:49

Marta Kostyuk unmasked, Craig Tiley the innovator

Newly engaged WTA star Marta Kostyuk joins The AO Show to reveal what we all should know about her but no one’s bothered to ask yet, plus Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley shares the changes he’d like to see introduced to tennis — on the court and in the stands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 20, 2023 • 28:14

Bonus: Jelena Dokic at 40 on old memories and new chapters

On the occasion of her 40th birthday, Jelena Dokic relives some of the most significant moments of her career and shares the lessons she's learned from her life so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 2023 • 50:02

Loving 40: Dokic “in best place of life”, Linette and Sinner by the numbers

Former World No.4 Jelena Dokic joins The AO Show for an exclusive candid conversation about her life and career on the occasion of her 40th birthday, GIG's Simon Rea and AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope analyse the performances of AO23 second week stars Magda Linette and Jannik Sinner over the hardcourt season as the clay court season fires up in Monte Carlo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 13, 2023 • 34:28

Don't forget Kvitova, Spaniards to miss Monte Carlo, Thiem on the record

Petra Kvitova and Daniil Medvedev reign supreme in Miami — our Round Table experts discuss all the big news from the Magic City as the tours shift gears into the clay swing, Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal to miss Monte Carlo with injury but will they be fit for Roland Garros? Plus what we all should know about Dominic Thiem but no one's bothered to ask yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2023 • 33:19

'Sunshine Double' brewing, the WTA 'Big Four', Medvedev on Nadal

Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina remain on track for a rare double 'Sunshine Double' in Miami — our Round Table experts break down all the big news from the Magic City and discuss whether tennis could benefit from loosening up crowd etiquette and where Rafael Nadal might end his career, plus Daniil Medvedev opens up on his AO22 final loss to the Spanish bull and the legacy of the 'Big Three'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 30, 2023 • 30:25

Alcaraz awesome, Swiatek sidelined, a women's rivalry is born!

Carlos Alcaraz returns to World No.1 following his Indian Wells championship victory that ended Daniil Medvedev’s winning streak, Iga Swiatek withdraws from Miami leaving the door open for a new champion — our Round Table experts preview the tournament and discuss the big news including Novak Djokovic’s comments about playing his career in the ‘golden age’ of men’s tennis, and GIG analys Simon Rea and Matt Trollope from AusOpen.com analyse Elena Rybakina’s table-turning win over her new rival Ar

Mar 23, 2023 • 31:11

Desert heroes and villains, inside the minds of Draper and Raducanu, Tiley’s targets for '24

Daniil Medvedev’s winning streak continues at Indian Wells while defending champion Iga Swiatek is back to her brutal best — Peter Marcato joins the Round Table to discuss the major talking points of the first week of competition, Todd Woodbridge believes Holger Rune could be the ‘John McEnroe’ of his generation, British young guns Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu reveal what drives them on and off the court, and Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley reveals his goals for the 2024 Austral

Mar 16, 2023 • 31:29

No.1 up for grabs, better the Demon you know, honouring the ‘Original Nine’

Carlos Alcaraz and Stefanos Tsitsipas are within striking distance of the No.1 ranking with Novak Djokovic absent from Indian Wells, but can anyone stop Daniil Medvedev and Iga Swiatek? Viv Christie and Leigh Rogers from Australian Tennis Magazine join the Round Table to discuss title contenders and players on the rise, newly crowned Acapulco champion Alex de Minaur reveals what we all should know about him but no one’s bothered to ask, and we honour the ‘Original Nine’ and their contribution to

Mar 9, 2023 • 31:48

Medvedev levels up, Krejcikova the quiet achiever, what makes Rafa cry?

Daniil Medvedev wins his second championship in a row and his 17th career title, but can he match the level of Novak Djokovic? Nick McCarvel joins the Round Table from Acapulco to discuss all of the championship results from a busy week, Rafael Nadal opens up about what makes him cry and shares how he developed his signature topspin forehand, and Simon Rea from the Game Insight Group reveals the players who hit with the most zip at Australian Open 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf

Mar 2, 2023 • 29:09

Can Djokovic complete Calendar Slam? Courier’s art of the on-court interview

Is Novak Djokovic primed to complete the elusive Calendar Slam? Round Table panellists Todd Woodbridge and Casey Dellacqua discuss his potential for 2023 and put on the record their early-season predictions including Top 10 new-comers and season-ending World No.1s, Jim Courier explains the keys and pitfalls of the on-court interview and shares some of his highlights from the past 18 years, and Simon Rea from the Game Insight Group reveals the biggest hitters of Australian Open 2023.See omnystudi

Feb 23, 2023 • 29:27

Tiley's greatest AO, tennis's newest sister act, who's Novak targeting next?

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley reflects on "the biggest Grand Slam in the history of Grand Slams" and reveals what went on behind the scenes, we get to know Czech teen sensation Linda Fruhvirtova and her younger sister Brenda who are taking the tennis world by storm, and AusOpen.com's Matt Trollope joins The AO Show for an update on the kings and queens of Rod Laver Arena following Novak Djokovic's historic championship and reveals whose record the 10-time winner has in his sigh

Feb 16, 2023 • 30:41

AO23 Week 2 Rewind: heartstoppers, heroes and history makers

Week 2 of the Australian Open was full of magic moments: Andrey Rublev's heart-stopping win over Holger Rune, Victoria Azarenka's vintage performance against Jessica Pegula, plus the championship winning exploits of Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic, plus we take a look behind the curtain of the AO commentary box, sit down with Men's Doubles champions the Ice Brothers (Rinky Hijikata and Jason Kubler), and relive some legendary moments from 500 days of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park.See

Feb 9, 2023 • 30:33

AO23 Week 1 Rewind: bombshells, boilovers and box office beauties

The Australian Open may be over, but The AO Show rolls on with a new episode every week! This episode, we rewind to the first week of AO 2023 and relive some of the biggest stories: Nick Kyrgios' withdrawal, Andy Murray's heroics, Seb Korda's giant-killing run, Jelena Ostapenko's battle with Coco Gauff, plus take a virtual fan's tour of Melbourne Park, meet our AO Junior Reporters, and discover the tennis dreams of some of the players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnys

Feb 2, 2023 • 28:24

Day 14: Djoker’s double-digits domination, Queen Aryna’s coronation

Novak Djokovic caps an extraordinary campaign by winning his 10th Australian Open title and drawing level with Rafael Nadal on 22 major titles — our Round Table experts break down the Serb’s straight-sets win over Stefanos Tsitsipas and discuss his potential for the rest of 2023 and beyond, celebrations continue for Aryna Sabalenka following her championship win, Czech pair Barbora Krejcikova and Katerina Siniakova defend their title in the women’s doubles, we find out what it takes to be a ‘Top

Jan 29, 2023 • 32:51

Day 13: Queen Aryna reigns supreme, Tsitsipas prepared for pain

Aryna Sabalenka is crowned Australian Open women’s champion after a come-from-behind win over Elena Rybakina — the Belarusian chats to The AO Show about her life-changing achievement, our Round Table experts analyse the women’s final and preview the men’s final between history-chasing Novak Djokovic and battle-ready Stefanos Tsitsipas, the ‘Ice Brothers’ Rinky Hijikata and Jason Kubler cap a magical campaign in the men’s doubles final, plus we go behind the scenes of Rod Laver Arena with court a

Jan 28, 2023 • 28:42

Bonus: Out in the Open with Craig Tiley

When the CEO of Tennis Australia and AO Tournament Director comes to the Pride Hub for a chat, we all sit up and listen. Craig Tiley talks to Sam Koslowski about leadership, how his past has informed his perspectives on pride, diversity and inclusion, and the power of sport to shift conversations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 2023 • 11:22

Day 12: Can Stef stop the Djokovic juggernaut? Elena and Aryna set for Saturday smackdown

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a historic 10th Australian Open title after eliminating Tommy Paul in the American’s first major semifinal — can Karen Khachanov’s conquerer Stefanos Tsitsipas spoil Novak’s party? Our Round Table experts dissect the Tsitsipas win and preview the women’s final: Elena Rybakina v Aryna Sabalenka and their coaches give their takes on the championships decider, and what's been the match of the tournament so far? We ask our AusOpen.com panellists and the fans to no

Jan 27, 2023 • 31:09

Day 11: Rybakina v Sabalenka in final showdown, can Djokovic be beaten?

Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka book their spots in the women’s final while Victoria Azarenka and Magda Linette bow out at the second last hurdle — our Round Table experts dissect Rybakina’s win and preview Day 12 men’s semifinals action: Karen Khachanov v Stefanos Tsitsipas and Novak Djokovic v Tommy Paul, the ‘Ice Brothers’ Rinky Hijikata and Jason Kubler continue their golden run into the men’s doubles final, plus some AO legends reveal their fantasy modern-day match-ups.See omnystudio.com

Jan 26, 2023 • 29:37

Bonus: Out in the Open with Kate Jenkins

Meet Kate Jenkins: Australia’s Sex Discrimination Commissioner, a member of the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Play by the Rules Co-Chair. Her mission is to advance gender equality — in politics, the corporate sphere, public service bodies like the army or police, universities or sports. This year, she is also an Ambassador for the FIFA 2023 Women’s World Cup. She sat down for a chat with Sam Koslowski about how to improve diversity in men's sport, whether a Pride Hub should exist in

Jan 26, 2023 • 13:13

Day 10: Djokovic too good for Rublev, Sabalenka and Linette to battle

Novak Djokovic moves another step closer to a 10th Australian Open title following a straight sets win over Andrey Rublev, Tommy Paul prevails in the battle of the Americans, Magda Linette claims the scalp of Karolina Pliskova to book a spot in her first major semifinal — our expert panellists analyse her upcoming opponent Aryna Sabalenka's victory over Donna Vekic and preview the other women’s semifinal: Elena Rybakina v Victoria Azarenka, plus Josh Martin meets the Aussie doubles pairing makin

Jan 25, 2023 • 29:59

Day 9: Vika’s bitter-sweet memories, Stef into semis, Korda unravels

Victoria Azarenka defeats Jessica Pegula to reach the AO semifinals for the first time in a decade, evoking bitter-sweet memories of 2013, Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina moves a step closer towards a second major title with a straight-sets win over Jelena Ostapenko — our expert panellists break down the win on the Round Table and preview Day 10 quarterfinals: Karolina Pliskova v Magda Linette and Andrey Rublev v Novak Djokovic — the nine-time champion joins The AO Show to discuss his reaction

Jan 24, 2023 • 29:14

Bonus: Out in the Open with Casey Dellacqua

You know Casey Dellaqua from the court and the commentary box. Behind the scenes, she's a vocal advocate for her LGBTQIA+ community, and will be front and centre at this year's AO Glam Slam and Tennis Australia's World Pride activities. TDA's Sam Koslowski sat down with her at the Australian Open for a wide-ranging chat in the Mastercard Pride Hub.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2023 • 9:34

Day 8: Djokovic de Molition, Rublev removes Rune, Garcia gone

Novak Djokovic dashes Australian hopes with a straight-sets win over Alex de Minaur, setting up a last eight clash with Andrey Rublev who survived a five-set battle with Holger Rune — the Round Table analyses the win and previews Day 9 quarterfinals action: Jessica Pegula v Victoria Azarenka and Karen Khachanov v Sebastian Korda whose coach tells us why his player can win Grand Slam titles, plus what the fans are looking forward to in Week 2, and Josh Martin takes us behind the scenes of the com

Jan 23, 2023 • 29:40

Day 7: Iga out! Vika advances, no mercy for Sinner, Korda into quarters

Stefanos Tsitsipas joins us after holding off Jannik Sinner in a five-set re-match of their 2022 quarterfinal, Sebastian Korda upstages Hubert Hurkacz to advance to the last eight, Iga Swiatek shock exit leaves the women’s and men’s quarterfinals devoid of the top two seeds for the first time in the Open Era — we dissect Elena Rybakina’s win and preview Day 8 action: Aryna Sabalenka v Belinda Bencic and Alex de Minaur v Novak Djokovic, plus which player’s attribute do the fans most wish they had

Jan 22, 2023 • 28:55

Day 6: Andy out of gas, Djoker’s date with Demon, Sabalenka to battle Bencic

Andy Murray bows out on Day 6 leaving Novak Djokovic the only Grand Slam champion remaining in the men’s draw — he now faces Alex de Minaur for a spot in the quarters, Aryna Sabalenka sets up a Round of 16 clash with Belinda Bencic — our expert panellists analyse the 12th seed’s win over Camila Giorgi, discuss her upcoming meeting with the Belarusian, and preview Day 7 action: Iga Swiatek v Elena Rybakina and Jannik Sinner v Stefanos Tsitsipas, Ursin Caderas gets to know American title contender

Jan 21, 2023 • 29:04

Bonus: Out in the Open with Al Viney

At age 18, Paralympian Al Viney survived a serious car accident caused by a drunk driver, leaving her with lasting impairments to her left elbow, forearm and hand. Since the accident, Viney has gone on to represent Australia as an elite rower. Outside of the sporting arena, she is a vocal advocate for rainbow athletes, particularly those with a disability. When Sam Koslowski sat down with Viney at the Australian Open for a chat in the Mastercard Pride Hub, she was emotional, compelling and astou

Jan 21, 2023 • 18:33

Day 5: Korda dazzles Daniil, Sakkari and Keys displaced, Murray mania!

The contenders continue to tumble on Day 5 of the Australian Open: Daniil Medvedev is upstaged by Sebastian Korda, Cameron Norrie is neutralised by Jiri Lehecka, Victoria Azarenka displaces Madison Keys, and Zhu Lin rings in the Chinese New Year with a surprise victory over Maria Sakkari, Andy Murray is still the talk of Melbourne Park following his phenomenal victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis — we break down the performance on the Round Table and preview Day 6 action: Aryna Sabalenka v Elise Mert

Jan 20, 2023 • 30:07

Day 4: Murray magic! Casper cast aside, Ons’ off night

Andy Murray pulls off one of the all-time great Grand Slam victories to reach the third round, upsets galore on a brutal Day 4 with women’s and men’s number two seeds Ons Jabeur and Casper Ruud joining the growing list of seeded casualties — our expert panel dissects Jenson Brooksby’s upset win over Ruud and previews Day 5 action: Madison Keys v Victoria Azarenka and Seb Korda v Daniil Medvedev, plus the fans share their biggest surprises from the tournament in the time it takes Jason Kubler and

Jan 19, 2023 • 30:21

Bonus: Out in the Open with Maria Thattil

Maria Thattil is a speaker, author, creator, TV star, former Miss Universe and model. She's also one of the most influential voices in the discourse around LGBTQIA+ representation in Australian media via her newspaper columns, TV appearances and web presence. Maria sat down with co-founder of The Daily Aus, Sam Koslowski, for a chat in the Mastercard Pride Hub.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 2023 • 15:18

Day 3: Rafa's defence derailed, Petra sent packing, Coco full of beans

Rafael Nadal’s title defence ends in the second round at the hands of Mackenzie McDonald, women’s seeds Petra Kvitova and Beatriz Haddad Maia are eliminated while Coco Gauff shows her class against Emma Raducanu, Felix Auger-Aliassime survives a five-set battle with Alex Molcan — our expert panellists analyse the match and preview Day 4 action: Leylah Fernandez v Caroline Garcia and Andy Murray v Thanasi Kokkinakis, plus we meet AO junior reporters Mitch and Flynn.See omnystudio.com/listener for

Jan 18, 2023 • 27:03

Day 2: Murray 'man of steel' buries Berrettini, Djokovic back to business

Andy Murray winds back the clock to record a famous five-set victory over Matteo Berrettini on a weather-affected Day 2 of the Australian Open — we get the reactions of the fans and the insights of our of experts on the Round Table, Novak Djokovic picks up where he left off in 2021 with a straight-sets starter, Aussie starlet Kim Birrell upstages Kaia Kanepi to record her first Grand Slam win in more than four years, plus a preview of Day 3 action, and AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope reveals the kin

Jan 17, 2023 • 31:04

Bonus: Out in the Open with Nick McCarvel

World-renowned sports reporter Nick McCarvel has been a tennis writer for The New York Times, USA Today, ESPN the Magazine, NBC Sports and the official tournament websites of the US Open and Australian Open. His contribution as a Pride Ambassador for tennis — and world sport in general — is not to be understated. From in front of the camera to behind the keyboard, McCarvel is a force to be reckoned with. He sat down with Sam Koslowski from The Daily Aus in the Mastercard Pride Hub to talk Pride

Jan 17, 2023 • 10:22

Day 1: Kyrgios withdraws, seeds safe, Coco and Emma to battle

Nick Kyrgios pulls out of the Australian Open with a knee injury sending shockwaves through the tournament, all of the major seeds survive but not without challenges for Danielle Collins, Madison Keys, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Rafael Nadal — our expert panel dissects the defending champion’s win over Jack Draper and previews Day 2 action: Garbiñe Muguruza v Elise Mertens and Matteo Berrettini v Andy Murray, Emma Raducanu sets up a second round clash with Coco Gauff who shares her thoughts on te

Jan 16, 2023 • 28:52

AO Draw analysed, Tiley’s strongest field ever, NBA icon checks in

The Australian Open singles draws are locked and loaded — our expert analysts Lou Pleming and Colin Fleming (aka "The Lemings") identify the key match-ups for the first round and beyond, Craig Tiley steps out of the scheduling room to give insight into the life of a tournament director, AO favourite Grigor Dimitrov opens up on his career and what he still wants to achieve, NBA legend Dirk Nowitzki realises a lifelong dream to attend the Australian Open, and Simon Rea from the Game Insight Group

Jan 13, 2023 • 37:38

Final Four down to business in Sydney, Rafa arrives in Melbourne

The Final Four arrive in Sydney for the United Cup semifinals: Team Poland v Team USA and Team Greece v Team Italy, World No.3 Jess Pegula previews her tantalising match-up with World No.1 Iga Swiatek, Italian pair Martina Trevisan and Lorenzo Musetti share their delight at sneaking into the finals, the quirkiest moments from the past week's media conferences, and Simon Rea from the Game Insight Group unveils the return-of-serve stats being introduced to the coverage of the Australian summer of

Jan 5, 2023 • 30:15

Stars arrive in Aus, women and men 'unite', what's new for Rafa?

The world’s top players arrive in Australia for the start of the summer of tennis, Todd Woodbridge and Sam Smith preview the inaugural United Cup, Rafael Nadal, Petra Kvitova and Australian pair Alex de Minaur and Ajla Tomljanovic share their excitement of playing in the biggest ever mixed teams event, plus Simon Rea from Tennis Australia’s Game Insight Group joins The AO Show to preview some exciting new stats set to be unveiled this Australian summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf

Dec 28, 2022 • 29:39

Barty wins fifth ‘Newk’, stars light up blue carpet, Stosur’s summer preview

Ash Barty claims her fifth consecutive Newcombe Medal at the Australian Tennis Awards, all the highlights from the blue carpet arrivals including Thanasi Kokkinakis, Luke and Daria Saville and Storm Hunter, plus veteran Sam Stosur previews the upcoming Australian summer of tennis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 2022 • 26:20

‘Big Four’ unite for Federer's finale at Laver Cup in London

In a week that will forever be remembered for the farewelling of royalty in London, Roger Federer explains his decision to end his playing career at the Laver Cup, and discusses his plans for retirement, Jim Courier and Mark Petchey join the Round Table to discuss Federer's legacy and preview the fifth edition of the Laver Cup, and Team World captain John McEnroe plans to flip the script on Team Europe and his rival captain Björn Borg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnys

Sep 22, 2022 • 30:58

Alcaraz dazzles, Iga’s star gets bigger, Ajla's 'Serena dream'

Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest men’s World No.1 following his sensational breakthrough triumph over Casper Ruud, Iga Swiatek adds a third major title to her growing swag by defeating Ons Jabeur — our panel of experts discuss the major storylines of the US Open, Ajla Tomljanovic tells how she dreamed up the win that ended Serena Williams’ career, rising star Rinky Hijikata reflects on his Grand Slam main draw debut in which he took a set off Rafael Nadal, and Storm Sanders and John Peers cla

Sep 12, 2022 • 33:19

Let’s hear it for New York, Serena’s curtain call, Ajla on carrying Ash's mantle

‘Big apples’ up for grabs at the US Open — who can stop Rafael Nadal’s unbeaten run at the majors in 2022? Will Daniil Medvedev defend his title or can Nick Kyrgios go all the way? Our expert panellists table their top contenders for the men’s and women’s championships, six-time winner Serena Williams prepares for one last hurrah on home turf, Ajla Tomljanovic opens up about assuming the mantle of Australia’s top-ranked woman, and Craig Tiley looks ahead to the Laver Cup and AO 2023.See omnystud

Aug 26, 2022 • 35:26

Djokovic rules, Rybakina rises at Wimbledon, milestones for Hewitt and Sedgman

Novak Djokovic reigns supreme over Nick Kyrgios to win his seventh Wimbledon title, Elena Rybakina is the pride of Kazakhstan following her breakthrough maiden Grand Slam title win over Ons Jabeur — Mark Petchey joins The AO Show to review the 135th Championships, Todd Woodbridge sits down with Lleyton Hewitt who reflects on his 2002 championship, and living legend Frank Sedgman and wife Jean take a walk down memory lane on the 70th anniversary of Frank’s historic Wimbledon Triple Crown.See omny

Jul 11, 2022 • 30:00

Serena’s back! Who can stop Novak? Laver looks back on '62

Serena Williams returns to the scene of her seven Wimbledon titles — our panel of experts ponders how deep she can go, and whether 2022 will be her All-England Club swan song, men's defending champion Novak Djokovic is enjoying a Wimbledon hot streak, but who has the game to rain on his parade? Plus, we dig into the history books on the 60th anniversary of Rod Laver’s second Wimbledon title.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 23, 2022 • 22:57

Rafa rockets to 22, Iga in a league of her own, Kokkinakis targets top 50

Courtney Walsh joins The AO Show from Paris in the aftermath of Rafael Nadal’s historic 14th French title and Iga Swiatek’s second major crown at Roland Garros, AO tournament director Craig Tiley predicts more success for both players as the tour heads to England, and rejuvenated Australian Open doubles champion Thanasi Kokkinakis on his new-found appreciation for being back on the Grand Slam stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for pr

Jun 7, 2022 • 29:36

Novak’s Grand Slam comeback, Iga eyes another title, au revoir Tsonga

The City of Lights is shining bright as tennis' biggest stars return for the 126th edition of Roland Garros. Novak Djokovic prepares for his first major of the season and the chance to level with Rafael Nadal at 21 Grand Slam titles, 2010 singles finalist Sam Stosur says Iga Swiatek's winning streak makes her a clear favourite, and we wind back the clock on French favourite Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's fairytale run at Australian Open 2008.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystud

May 20, 2022 • 28:19

Bonus: Ash Barty interview in Central Australia

The tennis world is coming to grips with Ash Barty's sudden retirement from the professional arena, just five weeks after her historic Australian Open triumph. In late February, the 25-year-old journeyed to Australia's 'Red Centre', to Uluru and Alice Springs, visiting members of the Mutitjulu community, as part of her role as First Nations Ambassador for Tennis Australia. During her time there, she sat down with Australian Tennis Magazine’s Viv Christie for an exclusive interview about he

Apr 1, 2022 • 18:44

Day 14: Rafa rewrites the record books, Czech champions in women's doubles

Rafael Nadal fights from two sets down against Daniil Medvedev to win his second Australian Open crown and record-breaking 21st major title, Czech pair Barbora Krejcikova and Katerina Siniakova clinch the women’s doubles championship for the first time, plus Jim Courier on the 30th anniversary of his maiden Australian Open crown, and what are the fans' favourite moments of AO22?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2022 • 21:54

Day 13: Barty seals home Slam, Special Ks double up

Ash Barty ends Australia’s 44-year drought of home singles champions with a straight-sets win over Danielle Collins in the women's final, Thanasi Kokkinakis and Nick Kyrgios clinch an all-Australian men’s doubles final against Matt Ebden and Max Purcell, plus a preview of the men’s singles final between Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev, and the Australian Open celebrates 100 years of women champions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener

Jan 29, 2022 • 22:47

Day 12: Nadal, Medvedev into final, Barty on the brink of history

Rafael Nadal stifles Matteo Berrettini while Daniil Medvedev wears down Stefanos Tsitsipas to book their spots in Sunday’s men’s final, Kristina Mladenovic and Ivan Dodig claim the mixed doubles championship in their first tournament together, plus a preview of tomorrow’s historic women’s singles final between Ash Barty and Danielle Collins, and player-cum-commentator Allan Stone on the 50th anniversary of his Australian Open semifinal against Ken Rosewall.See omnystudio.

Jan 28, 2022 • 25:09

Day 11: Barty barges into final, Collins sweeps aside Swiatek

Ash Barty advances to her first Australian Open final with a straight-sets win over Madison Keys, Danielle Collins powers past Iga Swiatek into Saturday's championship decider, Thanasi Kokkinakis and Nick Kyrgios take down the third seeds to set up an all-Australian Men's Doubles final against Matt Ebden and Max Purcell, plus a preview of Day 12, and meet the Aussies behind the voices of the electronic line calling at AO22.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/li

Jan 27, 2022 • 24:02

Day 10: Med back from the dead, Tsitsipas, Collins, Swiatek into semis

Daniil Medvedev weathers the storm to overcome Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set thriller, Stefanos Tsitsipas storms into the semifinals, Danielle Collins fractures the Alizé Cornet fairytale, while Iga Swiatek gets past Kaia Kanepi to reach the last four, plus a preview of women’s semifinal day, and who has the best nickname in tennis?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 2022 • 22:10

Day 9: Nadal, Berrettini survive in five, Keys opens door to last four

Rafael Nadal and Matteo Berrettini have each triumphed in five-set marathons to reach the Australian Open semifinals — Berrettini the first Italian man to reach the last four in Melbourne, Madison Keys’ winning streak continues, while Ash Barty’s hopes of a home Slam remain on track, plus a full preview of Day 10, and who do the fans want to see lift the trophies on the weekend?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati

Jan 25, 2022 • 22:05

Day 8: Tsitsipas survives, Sabalenka sinks, Cornet carries on

Stefanos Tsitsipas produces another Australian Open classic to book his spot in the quarter finals, Kaia Kanepi knocks out Aryna Sabalenka, Alizé Cornet reaches her maiden Grand Slam quarter final after 63 attempts, plus a full preview of Day 9, and who do the fans think is the most fashionable player?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2022 • 26:19

Day 7: Shapo shocks Sascha, Barty brilliant, Rafa rolls on

Denis Shapavalov puts the brakes on Alex Zverev's title campaign in straight sets, Ash Barty reaches a fourth consecutive quarter final with another straight sets win — this time over the giant-killer Amanda Anisimova, Rafael Nadal navigates a 28-minute first set tiebreak against Adrian Mannarino to progress, plus all the key results, a preview of Day 8 and which tennis player attribute do the fans wish they had?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listene

Jan 23, 2022 • 22:21

Day 6: Cilic rubs out Rublev, Cirstea creams Pav

Marin Cilic claims the prize scalp of Andrey Rublev while Sorana Cirstea eliminates Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova on a big night for the veterans, Alizé Cornet celebrates her 32nd birthday with a ticket to the fourth round, plus all the key results, a preview of Day 7, and meet the AO's youngest reporter Abbie as she interviews Alex de Minaur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 2022 • 23:14

Day 5: Osaka out! Berrettini escapes from Alcaraz

Amanda Anisimova takes out the defending champion Naomi Osaka, Matteo Berrettini breaks the Alcaraz shackles in a five-set epic, Victoria Azarenka winds back the clock with a performance that has everyone talking — including her son Leo, plus a preview of Day 6, and which players do the fans most like to watch?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 2022 • 23:16

Day 4: Medvedev outclasses Kyrgios, women seeds scatter

Daniil Medvedev rides the Nick Kyrgios rollercoaster into the third round with a pulsating four-set win under lights on Night 4, pre-tournament championship contenders Garbine Muguruza, Anett Kontaveit and Emma Raducanu suffer shock losses, the end of an era for Aussie legend Sam Stosur, and what’s caught the fans by surprise at AO22?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 2022 • 25:58

Day 3: Stars shine bright at night, Hurkacz and Bencic bundled out

Ash Barty, Naomi Osaka, Rafael Nadal and Alex Zverev win through to the third round, while Hubert Hurkacz and Belinda Bencic are knocked out on a captivating day of competition, Laura Robson joins The AO Show to preview Day 4, plus Stefanos Tsitsipas unveils a souvlaki named in his honour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 2022 • 23:47

Day 2: Murray marches on, Kerber and Kvitova knocked out

Andy Murray produces a five-set win for the ages against Nikoloz Basilashvili to reach the second round, Angelique Kerber and Petra Kvitova suffer upset losses, we preview Day 3 including Ash Barty v Lucia Bronzetti and Rafael Nadal v Yannick Hanfmann, and why the fans keep coming back to Melbourne Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 18, 2022 • 19:32

Day 1: Gauff gone! Barty, Nadal in cruise control

Serena Williams’ 2020 nemesis Wang Qiang strikes again ­— this time eliminating Coco Gauff in the first round, Ash Barty and Rafael Nadal score commanding wins on a fairly safe day for the seeds, a comprehensive Day 2 preview including Emma Raducanu v Sloane Stephens and Andy Murray v Nikoloz Basilashvili, and find out what the fans are looking forward to at AO22.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2022 • 20:27

AO22 Draw analysis, Naomi’s nerves, Gael and Elina holding to love

The singles draws for Australian Open 2022 have been revealed — our experts Robbie Koenig and Liz Smylie sift through them to find the notable match-ups and projections, defending champion Naomi Osaka talks to Todd Woodbridge about her time away from the game and how she plans to nullify her nerves, plus newlyweds Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina sit down for a rare side-by-side interview to discuss being a married couple on tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omny

Jan 14, 2022 • 26:14

AO22 is here! Andy Murray opens up, Simona seeking silverware

Less than a week out from the main draw, Andy Murray opens up about his relationship with the Australian Open as he returns to Melbourne Park for the first time since his near career-ending 2019 campaign, Melbourne Summer Set champion Simona Halep on how she can break back into the top 10 at age 30, and our Round Table experts discuss the ones to watch at AO 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 2022 • 29:42

2021 in review, AO22 predictions, Craig Tiley counts down to January

With less than a month until the first Grand Slam of the year, our Round Table experts name their 2021 highlights and their predictions for Australian Open 2022, Tournament Director Craig Tiley updates the state of play for athletes and fans, and Aussie wildcard Storm Sanders prepares for her first Melbourne main draw singles campaign since 2016.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 2021 • 32:58

AO22: the ‘biggest show on earth’, Craig Tiley’s preview, will Djokovic play?

Eight weeks out from the first Grand Slam of the year, tournament director Craig Tiley joins The AO Show to reveal what’s in store for Australian Open 2022, Aussie great Todd Woodbridge on why Novak Djokovic should return to Melbourne to defend his title, plus wheelchair legend Dylan Alcott on a ‘golden’ year and his hopes of a fairytale farewell in January.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 2021 • 19:42

New-look Team Europe to take on the ‘World’ at Laver Cup Boston

Rivals once again become teammates for the fourth instalment of the Laver Cup. Can John McEnroe’s Team World break through for its first Laver Cup championship or will Bjorn Borg’s Team Europe reign supreme once again? Jim Courier and Mark Petchey join the Round Table from Boston to preview the event, plus interviews with US Open champion Daniil Medvedev and John McEnroe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 2021 • 25:35

Daniil derails Djokovic, Raducanu’s rapid rise and the man who helped her get there

Daniil Medvedev’s maiden major title at the US Open ends Novak Djokovic’s calendar Grand Slam hopes, Emma Raducanu ‘the new teen queen of tennis’ — her former coach Mark Petchey explains her recipe for success and how it’s changed the face of the women’s game, and Australian doubles specialist John Peers on winning Olympic bronze, life on tour in 2021, and Dylan Alcott's 'Golden Slam'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com

Sep 13, 2021 • 31:18

Bonus: Lleyton Hewitt and Sam Stosur extended interviews

Last episode, we celebrated milestone anniversaries for two US Open champions. Such was the response to that episode, we've decided to bring you extended versions of both interviews: 2001 men's winner Lleyton Hewitt and 2011 US women's champion Sam Stosur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 8, 2021 • 21:47

Novak’s final hurdle, Barty back to her best, US Open anniversaries for Hewitt and Stosur

Can Novak Djokovic rebound from his Olympic campaign to win the US Open or will the ‘Little 4’ spoil his party? Jim Courier joins the Round Table to discuss the world No.1’s pursuit of a calendar Grand Slam, Wimbledon champ Ash Barty looks to add a third major to her swag in New York, plus Lleyton Hewitt and Sam Stosur reflect on their US Open titles from 2001 and 2011 respectively.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor

Aug 27, 2021 • 32:57

Gold for Zverev and Bencic, Federer '40 love', Alcott prepares for Paralympics

Alex Zverev and Belinda Bencic are the new Olympic champions as Novak Djokovic leaves Tokyo without a medal — Chris Clarey joins the Round Table to discuss the consequences, celebrations as Roger Federer turns 40 years old, and triple Paralympic gold medallist Dylan Alcott joins The AO Show as he prepares to lead Australia's tennis team in Tokyo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 2021 • 29:14

Djokovic eyes ‘Golden Slam', Barty means business, players’ Olympic memories

Can Novak Djokovic keep alive his quest for a ‘golden’ Grand Slam? Our panel of experts previews the tennis competition in Tokyo, Wimbledon champion Ash Barty on her Olympic debut while Sam Stosur notches five consecutive Games, and what are the players’ favourite Olympic moments?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23, 2021 • 25:27

Djokovic does it again, Barty’s Wimbledon ‘miracle’, Craig Tiley talks

A sixth Wimbledon crown sees Novak Djokovic equal the men’s record for major titles — Todd Woodbridge, Casey Dellacqua and Peter Marcato discuss his chances of the calendar Grand Slam and the elusive ‘golden’ Grand Slam, plus Ash Barty’s Wimbledon triumph, including reactions from Evonne Goolagong-Cawley and Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 2021 • 27:02

Wimbledon is back! Serena and Novak hunt history, Newk reflects on ‘71

The Wimbledon wait is over! Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic are on the table as our experts Jelena Dokic, Todd Woodbridge and Mark Petchey preview the Women’s and Men’s draws, we ask the Aussie players their favourite things about playing at the All-England Club, and John Newcombe and Evonne Goolagong look back on the 50th anniversary of their 1971 Wimbledon titles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 2021 • 26:25

Novak’s clay masterpiece, Krejcikova’s double act and Goolagong’s 50th anniversary

Todd Woodbridge and Casey Dellacqua discuss what it all means for the 'Big Three' and women’s tennis after Novak Djokovic and Barbora Krejcikova win in Paris, Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley reflects on Roland Garros, and Australian legend Evonne Goolagong Cawley on the 50th anniversary of her maiden Grand Slam title.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 2021 • 30:11

Rafa and Roger's race to 21, Beware Serena says Stosur, Craig Tiley on AO 2022

History beckons for Rafael Nadal in Paris as the 'Big Three' land on the same side of a Grand Slam draw for the first time, 2010 finalist Sam Stosur warns against writing off Serena Williams in her quest for a 24th major title, Aussie wildcard Astra Sharma joins the show from Roland Garros, and Craig Tiley discusses the future of the Australian Open and what the other Slams can learn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 28, 2021 • 29:51

More of The AO Show more often

The AO Show is the podcast for true tennis fans, and now you can listen all year round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2021 • 0:58

Day 14: Nine 'Norms' for Novak, Osaka soaks up championship

Novak Djokovic extends his Australian Open record to nine titles with a straight-sets win over Daniil Medvedev, Naomi Osaka continues her championship celebrations the morning after her win, and Ivan Dodig and Filip Polasek secure the men’s doubles trophy on Day 14 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 2021 • 17:56

Day 13: Osaka recaptures crown, Djokovic v Medvedev final preview

Naomi Osaka outclasses Jennifer Brady in straight sets to secure her second Australian Open title, Barbora Krejcikova and Rajeev Ram collect the Mixed Doubles title for the second time in three years, plus a full preview of Sunday’s men’s final between Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev on a phenomenal Day 13 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, 2021 • 18:20

Day 12: Medvedev marches into final, Osaka v Brady final preview

Daniil Medvedev advances to his second Grand Slam final with a straight-sets win over Stefanos Tsitsipas, Aryna Sabalenka and Elise Mertens claim the women’s doubles title and a preview of Saturday's women’s singles final between Naomi Osaka and Jennifer Brady on Day 12 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 19, 2021 • 18:22

Day 11: Osaka ousts Serena, Djokovic ends Karatsev fairytale

Naomi Osaka spoils Serena Williams’ hopes of a 24th major title, Novak Djokovic breezes past Aslan Karatsev and into a ninth championship match in Melbourne, while Jennifer Brady triumphs over Karolina Muchova to reach her maiden Grand Slam final on a fan-tastic Day 11 of Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 18, 2021 • 16:34

Day 10: Tsitsipas downs Nadal, Barty crashes out, Medvedev advances

Stefanos Tsitsipas pulls off one of the great Grand Slam comebacks to beat Rafael Nadal in five sets, Karolina Muchova spoils the Ash Barty party, and Daniil Medvedev gets the better of compatriot Andrey Rublev on a monumental Day 10 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 2021 • 20:39

Day 9: Djokovic and Serena semifinals-bound, Aslan roars into last four

Novak Djokovic fends off Alex Zverev to reach the semifinals for a ninth time, Serena Williams produces her best match of the tournament against Simona Halep, Naomi Osaka overpowers Hsieh Su-Wei, and Aslan Karatsev becomes the first qualifier in 43 years to reach the last four of a major, on a historic Day 9 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 16, 2021 • 20:26

Day 8: Russian trio launches into last eight, star-spangled banner waves for US women

Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev join Aslan Karatsev as the first Russian trio to reach the quarter finals of a Grand Slam, Jessica Pegula and Jennifer Brady fly the flag for the USA, while Barty and Nadal go about their business on Day 8 of Australian Open 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 15, 2021 • 18:47

Day 7: Serena a step closer, Djokovic digs in, time up for Thiem

Serena Williams, Simona Halep and Naomi Osaka advance to the quarterfinals, Novak Djokovic wins injured, Grigor Dimitrov stops Dominic Thiem in his tracks, and love is in the air Valentine’s Day at the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 2021 • 19:40

Day 6: Pliskova Czech-mated, big names advance

Karolina Pliskova becomes the second biggest casualty of the tournament, beaten by countrywoman Karolina Muchova, Daniil Medvedev wins his first five-setter, Rafael Nadal and Ash Barty progress, plus an in-depth preview of tomorrow’s superstar Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 13, 2021 • 19:43

Day 5: Djokovic and Thiem tested, Serena and Simona advance

Novak Djokovic and Dominic Thiem survive five set tests to reach the Round of 16, Felix Auger-Aliassime defeats Denis Shapovalov in the battle of the Canadians, while Serena Williams, Simona Halep, Garbine Muguruza and Naomi Osaka advance to a blockbuster fourth round, as Melbourne enters lockdown for the next five days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 2021 • 18:18

Day 4: Tsitsipas still alive, Kenin conquered and Fabio fires up

Stefanos Tsitsipas survives a gruelling five-set test by Australian wildcard Thanasi Kokkinakis, women’s defending champion Sofia Kenin falls to Kaia Kanepi and Fabio Fognini finds himself in a war of words with fellow Italian Salvatore Caruso on a jam-packed Day 4 of Australian Open 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 11, 2021 • 19:13

Day 3: Halep’s heist, Nick’s crazy night, Stan and Petra bow out

Simona Halep and Nick Kyrgios pull off great escapes under lights, Stan Wawrinka succumbs to hungry Hungarian Marton Fucsovics, while Petra Kvitova and Bianca Andreescu meet their demise on a sizzling Day 3 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2021 • 19:43

Day 2: Superstars shine bright, Vika and Goffin among fallen seeds

Ash Barty and Rafael Nadal cruise through the opening round, but the campaign is over for Victoria Azarenka, Roberto Bautista Agut and David Goffin. Plus, we chat to Aussie wildcard Alexei Popyrin after his first career five-set win on a spectacular Day 2 of Australian Open 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 9, 2021 • 17:01

Day 1: Andreescu to the rescue, Serena’s statement and Shapo survives

The tennis world welcomes back Bianca Andreescu, Serena Williams makes a bold statement, Denis Shapovalov survives a five-set thriller against Jannik Sinner, and Gael Monfils and Angelique Kerber fall at the first hurdle on a dramatic Day 1 of Australian Open 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 8, 2021 • 12:46

AO Draw review, Bianca’s back and meet Fran Jones

Three days out from the Australian Open, experts Sam Smith and John Fitzgerald help dissect the Women’s and Men’s draws, Bianca Andreescu prepares for her first match since October 2019, meet the inspirational British qualifier told by doctors as a child she’d never play professional tennis, and the community heroes behind the Electronic Line Calling voices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2021 • 19:13

Tennis back with crowds! ATP Cup update, AO 2021 preview

Melbourne’s biggest summer of tennis has begun with the Melbourne Summer Series including the ATP Cup, Naomi Osaka explains why she doesn’t want to play Ash Barty in a Grand Slam final, and an American perspective on the Australian Open from New York Times journalist Karen Crouse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 2021 • 15:14

Quarantine countdown, WTA schedule update and ATP Cup preview

With just a few days until players complete hotel quarantine, we check in with the stars including Jennifer Brady in hard lockdown, all the reaction to the revamped WTA schedule, and an ATP Cup preview with Alex De Minaur, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Dominic Thiem and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 2021 • 13:50

Players arrive, Craig Tiley talks and AO 2021 preview

Welcome to Season 3 of The AO Show! With the Australian Open less than three weeks away, we check in with Tournament Director Craig Tiley, and preview the Women's and Men's Singles championships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 2021 • 16:07

Wimbledon 2020 cancelled, Australia reacts

As the tennis world comes to terms with the cancellation of Wimbledon 2020, we hear the reactions of Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley and Australian tennis greats Todd Woodbridge and John Fitzgerald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 2, 2020 • 32:27

Day 14: Djoker still the king, celebrations continue for Kenin

Novak Djokovic has recovered from two sets down against Dominic Thiem to capture his eighth Australian Open title, Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram take out the Men’s Doubles title and Grand Slam celebrations roll on for Sofia Kenin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 2, 2020 • 14:22

Day 13: Kenin crowned AO queen, Djokovic and Thiem prepare for final

Sofia Kenin overcomes Garbine Muguruza to win her first Grand Slam title, Barbora Krejcikova goes back-to-back in the Mixed Doubles and hometown hero Dylan Alcott wins a sweet six on an historic Day 13 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 2020 • 14:58

Day 12: Thiem supreme over Sascha, Garbi and Sonya set for final

Dominic Thiem reigns supreme over Alexander Zverev in the battle of the next generation, Kristina Mladenovic and Timea Babos reclaim the women’s doubles crown and we preview the women's final on an entertaining Day 12 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 2020 • 14:37

Day 11: Djoker trumps Fed, Kenin crashes Barty party

Novak Djokovic takes down Roger Federer, Sofia Kenin dashes Ash Barty’s home slam hopes and Garbine Muguruza denies Simona Halep a shot at a hardcourt major title on a dramatic Day 11 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2020 • 14:45

Day 10: Thiem dares to dream, Sascha sinks Stan, Muguruza and Halep into last four

Dominic Thiem upstages Rafael Nadal, Alex Zverev locks in a maiden major semifinal berth, while Garbine Muguruza and Simona Halep advance to the last four on a momentous Day 10 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 2020 • 14:08

Day 9: Federer finds a way, Barty and Kenin into the semis

Roger Federer pulls off another five-set miracle, Ash Barty reaches the last four in Melbourne for the first time, and the latest inductees to the International Tennis Hall of Fame on an incredible Day 9 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 2020 • 15:11

Day 8: Tributes for Kobe, Medvedev and Kerber out

Nick Kyrgios leads the player tributes for the late Kobe Bryant, Stan Wawrinka takes out Daniil Medvedev, while Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova upsets Angelique Kerber on an emotional Day 8 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 2020 • 15:15

Day 7: Sofia snuffs Gauff, Milos marches on and big names advance

Sofia Kenin ends Coco Gauff’s run, Milos Raonic removes Marin Cilic, while Ash Barty, Petra Kvitova, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer advance to the quarter finals on Day 7 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 2020 • 15:13

Day 6: Kyrgios eclipses Khachanov and women’s seeds scatter

Nick Kyrgios edges out Karen Khachanov in another epic five-set thriller, while Karolina Pliskova, Elina Svitolina and Belinda Bencic are among the third round casualties on a scintillating Super Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2020 • 12:56

Day 5: Osaka and Serena out, Fed survives and Caro bids farewell

Coco Gauff upstages Naomi Osaka, Serena Williams ousted by Wang Qiang, Federer holds on in five and farewell to Caroline Wozniack on a jaw-dropping Day 5 of the Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2020 • 15:24

Day 4: Karen Clutch-anov, Thiem tested and seeds survive

Karen Khachanov holds his nerve in a super tiebreak, while Aussie wildcard Alex Bolt takes Dominic Thiem to five sets on a thrilling Day 4 of Australian Open 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2020 • 15:21

Day 3: Big names advance, Caro carries on and Melbourne loco for Coco

Novak, Serena and Roger among the big names to advance to the third round, Caroline Wozniacki lives to fight another day, and Coco Gauff does it again on a pulsating Day 3 of competition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 2020 • 14:35

Day 2: Is Daniil the real deal? Sharapova beaten and Fognini's ‘Houdini’

Daniil Medvedev survives against Frances Tiafoe, Donna Vekic dispatches Maria Sharapova and Fabio Fognini pulls off another great escape on a busy Day 2 of Australian Open 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 2020 • 12:38

Day 1: Coco pops Venus's bubble and Shapo sent packing

Teenage sensation Coco Gauff upstages Venus again and Denis Shapovalov falls at the first hurdle on a dramatic Day 1 of play at Australian Open 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 2020 • 12:37

AO 2020 preview, stars support bushfire relief

Welcome to Season 2 of The AO Show! With the Australian Open main draw just days away, we preview the Men's and Women's Singles, plus the stars of the tennis world join forces to support bushfire relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2020 • 11:13

Day 14: Novak Djokovic wins 2019 Aus Open! 🏆🇷🇸

Novak Djokovic has been crowned Australian Open champion for 2019, defeating Rafa Nadal in straight sets. Get all the reaction to the Men's Final, and a tournament wrap up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 2019 • 11:35

Day 13: Naomi Osaka crowned Aus Open champion! 🏆🇯🇵

Naomi Osaka has won the 2019 Australian Open Women's Singles title, claiming the no.1 ranking in the process, and we have all the reaction from fans, media and players. Plus, we preview the Men's Singles Final and chat to Dylan Alcott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 2019 • 18:05

Day 12: Djokovic through to Final

Day 12 of AO2019: Novak Djokovic defeats Lucas Pouille to progress to the Final, and we preview Saturday's Women's Singles Final between Petra Kvitova and Naomi Osaka. Plus, we chat to Aussie tennis legend Mark Woodforde. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2019 • 15:22

Day 11: Kvitova and Osaka set for the Final

A huge day 11 at the AO, as Petra Kvitova and Naomi Osaka book a place in the Women's Final, while Rafa Nadal seals a spot in the Men's showpiece. Plus, we get the lowdown on what's trending with the #AusOpen social media team, and chat to the legend himself, Rod Laver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2019 • 16:54

Day 10: Serena defeated, Pliskova progresses

Day 10 at the AO and the second day of Quarter Final action. Karolina Pliskova defeats Serena Williams, Naomi Osaka downs Svitolina and Lucas Pouille beats Milos Raonic. Plus, we get the lowdown on being a line umpire at the Aus Open, and catch up with tennis legend Daniela Hantuchova. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2019 • 19:00

Day 9: The dream continues for Tsitsipas & Collins

Day 9 at the Australian Open as the Quarter Finals get underway. All the reaction from Stefanos Tsitsipas and Danielle Collins who continue their AO journey, progressing to the Semi Finals. Plus, we go behind the sports documentary 'Winning', and catch up with former world number one, Mats Wilander. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 2019 • 17:15

Day 8: Milos Raonic marches on

Another action packed day the AO. All the reaction from Serena and Raonic victories in the fourth round. Plus, Jonas Bjorkman's Aus Open memories and Danielle Collins' dream run to the Quarter Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 2019 • 13:23

Day 7: Federer out - victory for Tsitsipas!

Aus Open 2019, Day 7 - a huge day at Melbourne Park as more big names are eliminated and a new generation emerges. Federer and Kerber defeated, as Tsitsipas and Barty progress to the Quarter Finals. Plus, we look back on Week 1, and catch up with the fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 2019 • 14:53

Day 6: Super Serena & dominant Djokovic move on to 4th round

Day 6 at AO2019: Serena Williams surges past Yastremska, Naomi Osaka survives Su-Wei Hsieh, and Djokovic defeats Shapovolov. Plus, how the AO deals with Melbourne's unpredictable weather, and we quiz the fans on their Aus Open stats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 2019 • 13:26

Day 5: Wozniacki out!

A huge Day 5 at Australian Open 2019 as defending champion Caroline Wozniacki is ousted by Maria Sharapova. Dark horse Aryna Sabalenka is also knocked out, while Ashleigh Barty moves on to Round 4. Plus, we meet Aussie young gun Alexei Popyrin and the Aus Open ball kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 18, 2019 • 15:19

Day 4: Nishikori & Osaka triumph 🇯🇵

Day 4 at the Aus Open. Kei Nishikori and Naomi Osaka triumph, the new tie-breaker rule explained, we meet the player drivers, and learn what it takes to be a chair umpire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2019 • 16:15

Day 3: Full support for Tsitsipas & Sakkari 🇬🇷

Day 3 at the Aus Open. Melbourne's Greek community get behind Stefanos Tsitsipas and Maria Sakkari, Ash Barty progresses to the 3rd Round - can she go even further? Plus, inside Tournament Control, and the player Barber Shop at Melbourne Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 16, 2019 • 15:01

Day 2: Kyrgios & Azarenka out, Raonic & Siegemund progress

Day 2 at AO2019. Milos Raonic defeats Kyrgios, while two-time Aus Open champion Victoria Azarenka bows out. Plus, we go behind the Yonex Stringing Team and the brand new AO Sports Film Festival at Melbourne Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 15, 2019 • 14:35

Day 1: The AO farewells Andy Murray

Day 1 of the 2019 Australian Open is in the books. Andy Murray bows out, we go around the grounds with the fans, and inside Hawk-eye. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 14, 2019 • 11:45

Reaction to the AO2019 Draw & Andy Murray to call time on his career

On today's show, reaction to the AO2019 Draw with journalist Tumaini Carayol, and Andy Murray opens up about his hip injury, leading him to plan his retirement after Wimbeldon this year. Plus, inside the Player Beauty Bar at Melbourne Park and how the fans are gearing up for this years Australian Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 2019 • 12:51

Serena and Roger create history & the AO's new heat policy explained

On today's show, Serena Williams and roger Federer create tennis history at the Hopman Cup, facing off for the first time. We also speak to the AO's head chef and the man behind the iconic Aus Open trophies. Plus, the Australian Open's new extreme heat policy explained.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 4, 2019 • 12:45

Federer arrives in Australia & Hewitt rates the next generation

The summer of tennis is here! As the countdown to the 2019 Australian Open continues, Roger Federer lands in Perth for the Hopman Cup and Lleyton Hewitt assesses Australia's emerging generation of players. We also hear from AO Tournament Director Craig Tiley, go behind the new player facilities at Melbourne Park, and discover how data and analytics is being implemented at the Aus Open.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 28, 2018 • 17:32

Welcome to The AO Show

Experience the Australian Open, as we follow the biggest storylines and go behind-the-scenes at Melbourne Park. Join the AO team for all the build up to the first Grand Slam of the year, then every day of main draw, from January 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 2018 • 1:34