Served with Andy Roddick

Jannik Sinner is done for 2026, Alexander Zverev could be World No. 1 by Vienna, Daniil Medvedev was defaulted in Beijing for hitting a fan, Coco Gauff withdrew from Wuhan after racist abuse, and Novak Djokovic won his 102nd title at 39. Plus the WTA Finals race and the Race to Turin.

In this episode, we cover the biggest stories shaking up the world of racket sports:

1. Jannik Sinner ends his 2026 season with a knee injury, opening the No. 1 door for Alexander Zverev
2. Coco Gauff targeted with online abuse after the China Open LED board replay — the same call Zverev got
3. The Wuhan 1000 field collapses as Elena Rybakina withdraws and Aryna Sabalenka eyes No. 1
4. Daniil Medvedev defaulted in Beijing, forfeiting $219,000 and 200 ranking points
5. Novak Djokovic goes 34-0 in Beijing for career title 102 as Carlos Alcaraz defends Tokyo

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Andy Roddick weighs in on Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev’s controversial hindrance call in Beijing and Andy’s former coach Dean Goldfine answers whether he’d rather coach an incredibly talented player who isn’t reaching their potential or a less naturally gifted player who fights for every win. Plus, Andy reflects on Ben Shelton’s US Open runner-up speech and his own 2009 Wimbledon heartbreak, builds his dream Dingles matchup, and explains why playing on clay made him a “hippo on ice.”

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy

0:35 Should losing finalists have to give a speech?

4:57 Andy reflects on his 2009 Wimbledon final loss

5:57 Is it better to coach talent or grit?

9:02 Djokovic vs. Zverev hindrance debate

10:51 Why did the hindrance rule change?

14:22 Who would Andy invite to a Dingles event?

17:55 What would Andy call himself on clay?

18:11 Why Andy struggled with movement on clay

19:57 Closing thoughts

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Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Jannik Sinner’s decision to end his 2026 season and what Alexander Zverev’s rise toward World No. 1 says about consistency at the top of the game. Plus, they react to Novak Djokovic’s historic run in Beijing, Daniil Medvedev’s controversial default, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina’s surprise early exits, Carlos Alcaraz’s winning return in Tokyo, and the pressure building as the race to the WTA Finals comes down to the wire.

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Sabrina’s Fan Rec:

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Blair’s Recs:

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Love All

3:29 Blair’s backhand change & Kim’s biggest technical adjustments

7:55 Jannik Sinner shuts down his 2026 season

11:07 Alexander Zverev closes in on year-end World No. 1

14:08 Novak Djokovic wins Beijing & improves to 34–0

19:02 Daniil Medvedev defaulted against Djokovic

25:31 Sabalenka & Rybakina’s late-season struggles

29:18 Chinese tennis fans, gifts & Kim’s memories in Asia

31:57 Carlos Alcaraz wins Tokyo in his return

32:50 WTA Finals race & the pressure to qualify

37:10 Rec Room

42:34 Closing thoughts
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Andy Roddick breaks down Daniil Medvedev’s stunning default, the consequences it could have on his race to Turin, and why Novak Djokovic continues to defy time as he approaches 40. Andy and Jon Wertheim also discuss the latest questions surrounding Jannik Sinner’s knee before USTA national coach and Andy’s former coach Dean Goldfine joins the show to reveal what life really looks like outside tennis’ elite, from Challenger scheduling and wild cards to travel costs, ranking points, Grand Slam entry and the difficult decisions players make while fighting their way into the Top 100.

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5 SETTER: This Week in Racket Sports, where we bring you the top five headlines across tennis, padel, pickleball, and more.

In this episode, we cover the biggest stories shaking up the world of racket sports:

Jannik Sinner has not yet made his decision about playing Shanghai as the race for World No. 1 heats up

Emma Navarro ends her 2026 season to focus on her health

Kei Nishikori plays the final match of his career in Tokyo

Alex Eala faces a potential fine after choosing the Asian Games over Beijing

Grand Slam Player Advisory Council announced as the best-of-five debate continues

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