The Sit-Down: Best of 2025 feat. Hingis, Rafter, Clijsters, Henman and more!
Something a bit different for you this week! In lieu of our regular program, we’ve put together some highlights from our sister podcast The Sit-Down for your listening pleasure. Enjoy the best moments from interviews with Martina Hingis, Pat Rafter, Kim Clijsters, Maya Joint, Thanasi Kokkinakis, Garbine Muguruza, Tim Henman and Casper & Christian Ruud all from Season 2 of The Sit-Down — subscribe for more great interviews every week! AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Djokovic shakes it off in Shanghai, Anisimova continues climb, what’s new at AO26?
The season isn't over yet! Shanghai is bringing the heat and Novak Djokovic is on track for a final showdown with Alex de Minaur. Brie is joined by producer Rhys de Deugd and Australian Billie Jean King Cup acting captain Nicole Pratt to break down the week's biggest moments from the Asian swing. The panel also reacts to Amanda Anisimova's title in Beijing and the rise of Aussie stars Maya Joint and Priscilla Hon, and previews the Billie Jean King Cup tie taking place in Hobart next month. Plus, Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley stops by to talk about everything coming to AO26, including world-class food offerings, the star-studded AO Live lineup, and the only event where amateurs compete against pros for prize money, the Million Dollar 1 Point Slam. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Alcaraz and Sinner battle for year-end No.1, can Coco go back-to-back in Beijing?
Carlos Alcaraz' withdrawal from Shanghai has given Jannik Sinner a chance to claim the year-end No.1 ranking. Brie is joined by AusOpen.com’s Matt Trollope, data guru Levi Huddleston, and Aussie tennis legend John Fitzgerald to discuss the big news to come out of the Asian swing. The panel dissects the rise of Beijing finalist Learner Tien and Eva Lys, and takes a close look at Coco Gauff’s game as the WTA finals approach. Plus, Rhys de Deugd checks in from Shanghai and Brie puts the rest to the test in her quiz! beIN SPORTS is the exclusive home of the Pro Tour in Australia. Watch now and receive an exclusive Tennis Australia offer. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How many titles for Swiatek? Sinner the hunted in Beijing, Laver Cup glory for Team World
Team World has taken back the Laver Cup in San Francisco! Xave and Brie are joined by Tennis Australia’s data extraordinaire Simon Rea and AusOpen.com’s Dan Imhoff to recap the 8th edition of the event. The panel also reacts to Novak Djokovic returning to the Shanghai Masters, Iga Swiatek winning her 25th WTA title, and Italy going back to back at the Billie Jean King Cup. Plus, they celebrate Dasha and Luke Saville’s baby news! AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Alcaraz to lead Europe in Laver Cup San Fran, can Fritz and Demon deliver for World?
A new generation of Laver Cup kicks off in San Francisco this week with new captains Yannick Noah (listen to The Sit-Down) and Tim Henman leading a star-studded Team Europe against Andre Agassi and Pat Rafter who've taken over the reins of Team World. Todd Woodbridge joins the show from the Chase Center for a preview of the weekend’s action and reveals his ’tipping point' regarding the final scoreline. Brie and Xave are joined in-studio by Aussie star Jaimee Fourlis and AusOpen.com’s Dan Imhoff to react to the other major storylines this week, including teenagers dominating the WTA tour and the string of upsets from the Davis Cup second round qualifiers. Plus, in the wake of recent nuptial news, Brie reveals her top 5 tennis weddings.AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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