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| Inside the Mind of Sandra Zaniewska: Coach of WTA Top 20 Marta Kostyuk | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:33:55 | |
In episode 235 of the Functional Tennis Podcast, I sit down with Sandra Zaniewska, coach of WTA Top 20 player Marta Kostyuk. Sandra, a former pro herself with wins over the likes of Ons Jabeur and Ash Barty, transitioned into coaching at a young age and has since worked with top names like Petra Martic and Alizé Cornet. Sandra shares her journey from player to coach, her experiences leading the development of high-performance players at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy, and her role with the Champ'Seed Foundation. We dive deep into the dynamics of coaching, exploring key themes like respect, communication, and trust. Plus, we tackle the big question: who’s really in charge—player or coach? I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation! Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being. To learn more about ASICS visit their website here: https://www.asics.com/nl/en-nl/sports/tennis/ Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functionaltennis And check out our famous Saber tennis training racket here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Doubles strategist Will Boucek | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:38:06 | |
I chatted with pro doubles strategist Will Boucek. Will works with numerous ATP/WTA doubles pros, and USTA and helps amateurs improve their doubles. We chat about how Will got into doubles strategy and created a niche for himself, patterns he has noticed, analysing Carlos and Rafa as doubles players as well as tips and tactics for doubles players. Will also has a weekly newsletter and podcast where he shares doubles tips to help you improve your doubles and you can check it out here. Enjoy the episode Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being. To learn more about ASICS visit their website here Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functionaltennis This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Peter Hemanns - Asics Tennis Product Manager | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:32:01 | |
This week I caught up with Peter Hemanns, the tennis product manager at Asics. Peter tells us about
If you are a listener to the shoe you know that Asics are our sponsors and it was a great opportunity to learn more about Asics and Peter. I hope you enjoy it Fabio This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Frances Tiafoe - What is your why? | 28 Feb 2022 | 00:28:13 | |
It was an honour to speak to Frances Tiafoe. Currently ranked at 34 in the world Frances is a threat to any of the higher-ranked players. Frances provides great answers and is a great thinker and student of the game. We cover: [02:42] What’s it not been able to compete * [03:34] What’s it like going back to a tournament that you won? [04:23] What’s it like going back to the JTCC [06:00] Trust your training [08:15] Going back to your younger days at the JTCC [10:15] When did think a pro career was realistic [11:58] What is your Why? [13:10] Francis biggest idol and beating him [15:49] Watching tennis on YouTube and studying tennis [18:31] Francis’s GOAT [20:25] The Fed Oura [20:58] The banana slice video [21:40] Advice from Francis [23:13] What’s it's like playing your junior tennis pals today. If you enjoy it please share it to your tennis community :) Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Vesa Ponkka from The JTCC - The Non For Profit Tennis Training Center | 24 Feb 2022 | 00:43:37 | |
What a great episode this week with Vesa Ponkka from the JTCC (Junior Tennis Champions Center) in College Park, Maryland. Ever since it was set up the JTCC has been run as a non for profit tennis training center which is unique within the tennis world. I really enjoyed this chat where I learned all about the center from its early days to today. You may have heard the Francis Tiafoe story before and this is where he grew up playing while his dad worked there. Vesa has some great points which you will enjoy listening to. They are people first player second focus and they encourage all athletes to TRUST THEIR TRAINING. I hope you enjoy it. Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Conor Gannon - US College Tennis Freshman | 14 Feb 2022 | 00:33:28 | |
Conor Gannon, a freshman at the University of Tennessee speaks to us this week about what it's like to play for the top ranked college team in the US! Conor is Irish & is currently fighting for his sport in the starting team. We talk:
We've had plenty of college tennis players on the podcast before, but never a current player. Conor has some work to do, but is working hard to make it happen 💪 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:26 - Where tennis began for him 9:45 - Contemplating College Tennis 14:02 - Training 19:52 - What he has learned 29:44 - Advice for anyone wanting to play college tennis Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| James McCabe - My Tennis Journey | 07 Feb 2022 | 00:19:13 | |
18 year-old, James McCabe joins us this week to speak about what he got up to at this years Australian Open. James was one of only two people who managed to hit with Novak Djokovic in Melbourne this year 🔥 We talk:
It was nice to be able to catch up with James & get to know each other a bit better. He has a solid future ahead of him 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:42 - Where tennis started for him 4:22 - Coaches & Mentors 5:49 - Playing against Kyrgios/Kokkinakis 7:56 - Hitting with Djokovic at Australian Open 13:10 - Plans for 2022 15:28 - Players to look out for in the future Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Phil, Taylor & Jenny Dent - The Tennis Family | 31 Jan 2022 | 00:39:20 | |
For the first time ever, we have 3 guests at once on the Functional Tennis Podcast. On numerous occasions, we have had 2 guests, but this is uncharted territory for us! Phil, Taylor & Jenny Dent are all former professionals & now run the Dent Tennis Academy in Texas 🇺🇸 Phil is an Australian Open singles finalist & champion in doubles, as well as being a Davis Cup Winner. Taylor, Phil's son, is a former world #21 & winner of 4 ATP Singles titles. Jenny, Taylor's wife, is a former world #52 🔥 We talk:
Really hope you enjoy this episode. It's a bit different in the sense that there are 3 guests at once but they are all super qualified & well clued in to tennis 😉 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:34 - Academy in Texas 7:03 - Players at Australian Open 19:24 - Taylor Dent as a kid 23:28 - Coaching Michael Chang 27:23 - Parents being involved 32:28 - Stand out matches in their careers Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Merlin Van De Braam - Head of Coach Development at LTA | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:34:16 | |
This week is one of the rare occasions that we have had the opportunity to meet our guest in person. Although we recorded the episode virtually, we met up with Merlin Van De Braam a few weeks ago in Dublin to talk all things tennis 🎾 Merlin is the Head of Coach Development & Support at the LTA. We talk:
This episode is great for any coaches out there, but also for any tennis parents who have children that play. There's something that everyone can learn in there - guaranteed 😅 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:34 - Journey to the LTA 6:35 - Building blocks for future of British tennis 11:19 - Coaching your own child 19:20 - Female coaches in tennis 22:05 - Psychology & Tennis 30:50 - Who’s the GOAT? Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Kelsey Anderson - Life On Tour As A Spouse | 20 Jan 2022 | 00:30:06 | |
This week we're joined by Kelsey Anderson, who is the wife of Kevin Anderson! Kelsey has spent a number of years travelling on tour & tells us all about her life with Kevin, their daughter Keira & their dog 😀 We talk:
This was our first time ever having a spouse on the podcast! It's a perspective that we haven't heard before - making it all the more interesting. Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 6:49 - Her role on the team 8:47 - Travelling with both a child & a dog 11:04 - Meeting Kevin for the first time 14:54 - Deciding to travel more 16:34 - Challenges of travelling 23:34 - Favorite tournament Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Nikolay Davydenko - ATP Finals Champ & Former World #3 | 10 Jan 2022 | 00:50:23 | |
Nikolay Davydenko played tennis at the highest level over many years picking up 21 titles along the way, including the ATP Finals in 2009. This week, he joins us on the podcast! Nikolay has now retired & focuses his time on coaching, along with commentary for Eurosport. We talk:
Our chat with Nikolay was informative, relaxed & has funny moments throughout. This episode is another good one - trust us! Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 4:22 - Junior tennis in Russia 8:10 - Winning record against Nadal 16:34 - Best player of his generation 24:46 - Decision to retire 34:52 - Aslan Karatsev 40:20 - Mental strength 47:32 - Advice Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Sascha Bajin - Coach of Karolina Pliskova | 03 Jan 2022 | 00:52:34 | |
Sascha Bajin joins us this week to talk about how he has dedicated his life to become the best tennis coach possible. Sascha is a former pro, who became the hitting partner to Serena Williams & has gone on to coach some of the best players to ever play the game. Victoria Azarenka, Sloane Stephens, Caroline Wozniacki, Naomi Osaka & Karolina Pliskova are some of the players that he has worked with... We talk:
Our chat with Sascha is a fantastic way to start the new year...we have listened to it multiple times already 😅 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:35 - Players getting injured 7:06 - Hitting Partner of Serena Wiliams 18:58 - Learning from Azarenka 22:40 - Coaching Naomi Osaka 31:00 - Learning patience from Naomi Osaka 32:29 - Working with Karolina Pliskova 39:24 - Commonalities of top athletes Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Katrina Adams - Former President of USTA | 27 Dec 2021 | 00:22:48 | |
This week we are joined by Katrina Adams, who is a former player, was the President & CEO of the USTA, is Vice President of the International Tennis Federation, is the Chairman of the Billie Jean King Cup Committee & has recently released her own book! We talk:
Katrina is extremely well known in tennis circles & is involved in so many different areas of the game! Her new book, 'Own The Arena' is out now & is on our reading list 😀 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:00 - Playing career 5:11 - First role after retiring 10:07 - Typical day running the USTA 12:49 - Book: Own The Arena 16:17 - Gender equality in Tennis Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| [Throwback] 14 things I learned watching the worlds best under 12's | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:18:19 | |
In a few days, I'm off to Greece for the IMG Future Stars which brings together 48 of the World's best boys and girls along with their parents and coaches. I get to spend the week with them observing, learning and interacting with them. We've many new listeners and this was one of our top episodes into 2023 so I thought this was a timely episode to bring back up. I hope you enjoy it and if you've heard it before it's a good refresher. Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being. To learn more about ASICS visit their website here: https://www.asics.com/nl/en-nl/sports/tennis/ Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functionaltennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Bernard Tomic - Reignited Fire | 23 Dec 2021 | 00:12:04 | |
Everyone knows Bernard Tomic & we are very excited to release this emergency bonus podcast episode with him! Bernard is now focusing on a comeback to professional tennis, with the goal of finishing in the Top 100 for the upcoming 2022 season 😉 We talk:
Bernard has been out of the limelight for quite some time, so to connect with him & to hear all about his new focus was super interesting. This is one of our shortest episodes, but hope you enjoy it 😀 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:00 - New focus 3:47 - Team around him 4:54 - Diet 6:20 - Would he beat Nick Kyrgios? Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Panna Udvardy - From 350 To Top 100 In A Year | 20 Dec 2021 | 00:20:21 | |
2021 was the most successful year on-court for Panna Udvardy so far. She started the year as #350 & is now a Top 100 player! We were lucky enough to catch up with Panna to discuss what has changed for her & to understand more about her journey 🙌 We talk:
Panna has really dedicated herself to her tennis recently & it shows! We look forward to seeing what 2022 has in store for her 😉 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:07 - Preseason 5:36 - Rising up the rankings 8:32 - Biggest change in her game 11:00 - Attention from press 13:02 - Playing with Redfoo Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Andre Villas-Boas - Inside The Mind Of The Elite | 13 Dec 2021 | 00:22:30 | |
This week we have Andre Villas-Boas join us on the podcast! Andre is one of the world's top football managers, who has coached Porto, Chelsea, Tottenham & more! Andre is also the youngest manager to ever win a European title. We spoke to Andre live at the Web Summit earlier this year, which was held in Lisbon, Portugal 🇵🇹 The topic of our talk with Andre was 'Inside The Mind Of The Elite'. We talk:
We very rarely release podcast episodes that have taken place live in person, so this episode is a bit different for us. It's also the first time that we've had someone from football join us. A special thanks to the team at Web Summit for organizing this 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 5:28 - ‘Untold: Breaking Point’ Netflix Series 6:41 - Combining talent & personal drive 12:06 - Similarities between football & racing 14:36 - Playing for club vs country 16:13 - Leadership & advice Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Anshuman Vohra - Founder of HALO Hydration | 06 Dec 2021 | 00:32:10 | |
The founder of HALO Hydration, Anshuman Vohra joins the podcast this week to speak about his early tennis day & his journey to get to where he is today! Anshuman played college tennis & went on to become an investment banker at JP Morgan. He then went on to found Bulldog Gin & now runs HALO 😃 We talk:
We had a fun chat with Anshuman & it was cool to hear about how they are involved with the tennis industry. We have been aware of HALO for some time now, so to connect with Anshuman was pretty cool 😉 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:21 - His background 6:40 - Launching before COVID 12:54 - Banking experience helping later 14:20 - Working with Andy Murray 26:18 - Partnering with college athletes Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Katie Spellman - PR Consultant to Halep & Kvitova | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:34:18 | |
This week we are joined by Katie Spellman, who is an independent PR consultant to two of the most successful players in women's tennis - Simona Halep & Petra Kvitova! Katie also does some work with tournaments & has previous experience working as part of the WTA as well as woking in journalism. We talk:
We also talk about the Peng Shuai situation in China, which is particularly relevant at the moment. There is obviously a huge media element to that story so it was great to be able to get Katie's perspective on it! Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:32 - What a PR consultant does 7:56 - Schedule around grand slams 14:00 - How Covid has changed how she works 19:21 - Working as part of the Australian Open 26:17 - Best of 5 Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Sultan Gangji - Umpiring Wimbledon Finals | 22 Nov 2021 | 00:25:27 | |
It's a special week as we are extremely happy to speak to our very first umpire on the podcast! Sultan Gangji is a former umpire that has worked at some of the biggest tennis events in the world. He has umpired Wimbledon finals & has had the best seat in the stadium for many epic matches. Sampras, Agassi, Edberg, Graf, Seles, Becker, Courier & Borg are just a few of the players that he has worked alongside 🤩 We talk:
We have wanted to get an umpire on the podcast for quite some time now but have had trouble securing guests as current umpires are not able to do media/interviews - so to speak with Sultan (semi-retired) was a real treat 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:55 - Working at the UK Pro League 5:20 - Umpiring now vs back in the day 9:15 - Umpiring while McEnroe was playing 12:28 - Social gatherings after matches 14:32 - Wimbledon Finals 19:14 - Standout Match Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Robin Montgomery - 2021 US Open Girls Champion | 15 Nov 2021 | 00:23:50 | |
We are delighted to be joined by Robin Montgomery, who recently won the US Open Girls Singles & Doubles titles! Robin is 17 years old & is already proving to be a strong force on tour 😉 She has experience playing both senior & junior tournaments. We talk:
It was cool to speak to Robin, especially considering it has just been two weeks since we spoke to the 2021 US Open boys champion, Dani Rincon. Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:49 - Winning the US Open Junior Championships 5:15 - Playing both senior & junior US open 9:59 - Typical training day 11:26 - Her team 15:54 - Plant-based diet 17:59 - Plan for 2022 Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Rob Morgan - ATP Doubles Coach | 08 Nov 2021 | 00:43:19 | |
ATP Doubles Coach, Rob Morgan from the UK talks to us this week about what it's like working with one of the best doubles teams in the world 🤩 Rob currently works with Joe Salisbury & Rajeev Ram 👍 We talk:
We have had plenty of coaches on the podcast, but it's been a while since we had a doubles coach on for a slightly different perspective 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:50 - Where tennis started for him 16:30 - Working with Joe & Rajeev 25:36 - Team dynamic of having multiple coaches 28:29 - First Grand Slam Final 32:01 - Plans for the rest of the year Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Dani Rincon - 2021 US Open Boys Champion | 01 Nov 2021 | 00:18:46 | |
Recent winner of the US Open Boys Singles title, Dani Rincon joins the podcast this week to chat about his transition onto the senior tour! Dani is 18 years old, trains at the Rafa Nadal Academy & has a career high junior ranking of #2 🔥 We talk:
Dani also breaks down what a typical training day at the Rafa Nadal Academy looks like. Sounds super intense...make sure you listen to hear more 🙌 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:43 - Winning the US Open Junior Championships 6:34 - Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy 9:04 - Practicing with Rafael Nadal 11:23 - Hitting with Casper Ruud 13:02 - Expectations & transition to pro tour Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Liam Broady - Focusing On The Off-Court | 25 Oct 2021 | 00:41:15 | |
Fresh off his maiden ATP Challenger title, Liam Broady joins us to discuss the changes that he has made in his life & how his tennis has changed for the better! Liam is coached by former podcast guest, Dave Sammel - who he credits to having played a large part of the success that he is now enjoying 😃 We talk:
Liam really opened up during our conversation & gave us a very honest interview. There are also some funny stories thrown in - really hope you enjoy it 🙌 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:07 - Winning his 1st Challenger Title 13:36 - Media pressure 20:49 - Resilience 24:24 - Andy Murray Story 34:04 - Mindset College with Dave Sammel Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Dad of Cam Norrie, David Norrie [Ep.223] | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:49:13 | |
I am excited to have David Norrie on the show this week talking to guest host Dave O'Hare. David is the Dad of British number 1 and career-high ATP no.8 Cam Norrie. David chats about :
and more. I hope you enjoy the episode. Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being. To learn more about ASICS visit their website here: https://www.asics.com/nl/en-nl/sports/tennis/ Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functionaltennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Andreas Vinciguerra - Former Top 35 | 18 Oct 2021 | 00:17:27 | |
Former World #33, Andreas Vinciguerra joins the podcast this week to reflect on his career & to tell us about what he is up to these days! Andreas was one of the best juniors in the world growing up & continued that success through to the senior tour, where he progressed quickly 😃 We talk:
Andreas is also about to hold multiple Futures events in Sweden next year, which he tells us all about 😉 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:51 - Growing up in Sweden 3:21 - Junior tennis days 5:58 - Playing against top tennis players 8:43 - Setting up Futures events Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Giannis Stergiou - Hitting Partner of Maria Sakkari | 11 Oct 2021 | 00:27:10 | |
It's been a while since we've has a hitting partner on the show, so we are delighted to release this podcast episode with Giannis Stergiou, who is the hitting partner of Maria Sakkari 🇬🇷 Giannis works closely with Maria, as well as Tom Hill (coach of Maria), who we've had on the podcast before 😃 We talk:
Giannis is a pretty relaxed & down to earth guy, so it was nice to be able to chat with him. He also tells us 5 things that he has learned from being a professional hitting partner 💪 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:56 - Tennis background 5:18 - Starting to work with Maria 9:07 - Pressure on the practice court 15:34 - Fitness sessions 18:57 - Learning strategies Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Diego Moyano - Coach of Kevin Anderson | 04 Oct 2021 | 00:46:19 | |
This week we are joined by former pro, Diego Moyano. Diego now works as a full time coach to Kevin Anderson, but also does work with Sloane Stephens & Alja Tomljanovic 👌 Previously, Diego worked at the USTA as the Lead National Coach, where he worked with almost every top American junior at some point! He also runs a small academy in Boca Raton - where he currently lives 😃 We talk:
Diego is a super busy guy, so it was nice that he ws able to take some time out of his schedule to talk tennis. Plenty of interesting stories & nuggets in this episode 😉 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:09 - Living in Boca Raton 4:31 - Professional playing career 14:27 - His role at the USTA 30:26 - Beginning to coach privately 35:32 - Dealing with player injuries 38:58 - Running a small academy Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Bastien Fazincani - WTA Tour Coach | 26 Sep 2021 | 00:42:03 | |
Bastien Fazincani, a long time coach on the WTA Tour talks to us this week about his life on the road & what it's like coaching at some of the worlds best tennis academies! Bastien is French & lives in the French Riviera, where many top tennis academies are based. He recently left his role at the All in Tennis Academy to focus on tour level coaching 😃 He has also been in the unique position of coaching two players at a tournament that faced off against one another 👀 We talk:
Bastien is a good friend of Functional Tennis, so it was nice to be able to get together & talk about his tennis journey so far. Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:28 - Starting to get involved in tennis 14:21 - Working at different academies 21:22 - Coaching Male & Female players 36:14 - Starting a new chapter Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Tomislav Poljak - Agent & Tournament Director | 20 Sep 2021 | 00:35:24 | |
Tennis agent & tournament director of the Croatia Open in Umag, Tomislav Poljak joins us for Episode 115! Tomislav is part of Starwing - a boutique sports management agency that represents top tennis players. Alongside his role as an agent, he oversees tournament operations of the ATP 250 clay-court event in Umag 😃 We talk:
We rarely get the chance to talk to tournament directors the podcast, so to get some insight into the running of a top level tennis event from Tomislav was particularly interesting. Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:33 - Spending time in Croatia 5:19 - Becoming a Tennis Agent 9:49 - Recruiting battles 15:56 - Signing junior talent 18:51 - Running the Croatian Open in Umag Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Abigail Johnson - Breaking Into Tennis Commentary | 13 Sep 2021 | 00:42:46 | |
Abigail Johnson, who is an up & coming tennis commentator joins us this week to discuss what its like trying to break into the industry 🙌 Abigail recently commentated at her first grand slam (Roland Garros 2021) & hopes to continue working at tournaments of all levels! We talk:
Abigail is already a fantastic commentator & is only getting better! It was great to be able to speak to her before she hits the big time & covers the worlds biggest matches 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:30 - Her Tennis Background 4:45 - Getting into commentary 14:49 - Getting tips from other commentators 19:40 - Difference between radio & TV commentary 28:45 - Preparation for tournaments Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Louis Cayer - Unlocking Doubles Success | 06 Sep 2021 | 00:39:31 | |
Legendary Canadian Doubles Coach, Louis Cayer joins the podcast this week 🔥 Louis works with the LTA & specialises in Doubles. He coaches multiple high profile British tennis players & has found plenty of success along the way 📈He has a wealth of knowledge which he has used to transform the British doubles scene! We talk:
Louis is someone that we have wanted to have on the podcast for quite some time, so to finally speak to him was exciting! We wanted to get back out to play some doubles after chatting with him, so hopefully you want to do the same after listening 😂 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:14 - US Open this year 8:02 - Why he doesn’t work with singles players 20:16 - Working with players to reach their potential 24:45 - His book / DVD 32:04 - Mentoring Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Jack Draper - British Teenager On The Rise | 30 Aug 2021 | 00:27:02 | |
We are back from our summer break & are delighted to announce that 19 year old Jack Draper is our first guest back 🔥 Jack is on a really solid trajectory to become a top level tennis player. He has shown fantastic form recently by beating top players at Queens as well as pushing Novak Djokovic to 4 sets at Wimbledon 😉 We talk:
It was really exciting to speak to Jack & get back to releasing new podcast episodes! We hope that Jack can continue his good form & his rise to the top. Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:59 - Where tennis started for Jack 3:04 - Managing school & tennis 9:05 - Team that he works with 13:04 - Beating top players at Queens 17:48 - Playing Djokovic at Wimbledon Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Joe O'Dwyer - Tour Coach (Re-run) | 23 Aug 2021 | 01:05:46 | |
As we are on a short summer break, we have decided to rerelease another one of our favourite podcast episodes from the past! Joe O'Dwyer is an experienced tour coach & was the coach of previous podcast guests, Jeff Salzenstein, Conor Niland & James McGee! Joe is Irish but has spent most of his life in the US or touring with players 💪 We talk:
This episode is packed with cool stories! Joe is a natural coach (& storyteller!!). Really hope you enjoy it as much as we do 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 5:57 - Implementing a game plan 25:03 - Players reaching their potential 32:30 - Where can coaches learn specialised skills? 38:57 - Importance of playing up 42:16 - Go straight to Futures! 46:29 - Travel in moderation Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Janko Tipsarevic - Former Top 10 & Davis Cup Winner (Re-run) | 16 Aug 2021 | 01:07:23 | |
As we are on a short summer break, we have decided to rerelease one of our favourite podcast episodes from the past this week! Janko Tipsarevic joined us on Episode 44 to reflect on his career, coronavirus & life after tennis. Janko is a former Top 10 player & won the Davis Cup with Serbia 🏆 We talk:
Our chat with Janko is one of the best that we have ever had. We really hope you enjoy it (if you haven't heard it before!) 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:17 - Life during Lockdown 9:34 - How he developed his game 35:27 - Coming back from injuries 40:23 - Deciding to retire 46:23 - Building a life after tennis 59:53 - Advice for juniors Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| The Art of Coaching with Brad Stine [Ep.222] | 03 Apr 2024 | 01:09:49 | |
Coaching great Brad Stine joins guest host Dave O'Hare on this week's episode. Brad Stine is the current coach of US Number 1 Tommy Paul and has worked with greats such as Jim Courier, Mardy Fish, Kevin Anderson and more. He chats about:
And much more. It's one of my favourite episodes and is required listening for all Functional Tennis Fans. Hope you enjoy Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being. To learn more about ASICS visit their website here: https://www.asics.com/nl/en-nl/sports/tennis/ Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functionaltennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Jason Stacy - Fitness Coach of Aryna Sabalenka | 09 Aug 2021 | 00:51:38 | |
Jason Stacy, the current fitness coach of Aryna Sabalenka joins the podcast for Episode 111 💪 Jason has worked with other top athletes in various sports & talks to us about how he approaches things in his own way! He also talks about the importance of finding the right coach that you can connect with 👌 We talk:
It was also very cool to be able to speak to Jason, especially as Aryna holds a career high ranking of #3 🔥 We wish them the best of luck for the upcoming hard court swing! Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:45 - Jason’s Background 11:21 - Starting to work in tennis 23:37 - Willingness to be open 43:41 - Advice for young aspiring players Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Alexander Ostrovsky - Academy & Agency Owner | 02 Aug 2021 | 00:19:28 | |
Alexander Ostrovsky joins us this week to talk about his tennis academy, the sports management agency that he owns & what its like running top professional tournaments 👊 We talk:
Alexander has accomplished so much in tennis already & continues to build everyday. It's not very often that we get the opportunity to speak to guests that are involved in so many different aspects of the game - so we really enjoyed the chat 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:53 - How he became involved in tennis 3:39 - Facilities at the academy 10:20 - Setting up a sports management agency 13:24 - Running pro tournaments Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Timo Glock - Former F1 Driver | 26 Jul 2021 | 00:31:58 | |
This week Timo Glock joins us. Timo is an avid tennis fan/player, a former F1 driver & currently races for BMW in BMT 🔥 Timo is a Functional Tennis follower who we have been in contact with for a while! We always like to mix it up on this podcast by occasionally bringing in guests from other sports, so we hope that you enjoy listening to our chat 😃 We talk:
Speaking to Timo was really cool! He is passionate about tennis & we hope that he can find some time in his busy schedule to continue playing 😉 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:56 - Starting to play tennis 9:42 - Similarities between Tennis & Racing 14:31 - His first F1 Grand Prix 17:51 - Most competitive competitor 19:17 - Fitness level needed to compete 26:26 - Managing his busy schedule Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Mike Ballardie - CEO of Slinger Bag | 19 Jul 2021 | 00:49:04 | |
This week we talk to Mike Ballardie, who is the CEO of our podcast sponsor, Slinger Bag 🤩 Mike has worked in tennis for a number of years, including stints working at Wilson & Prince. He now runs Slinger, the company who produce the well known portable ball machine, the Slinger Bag! We talk:
Speaking to Mike was super enjoyable & it was a pleasure to be able to have him on the show. Not only does he have a really interesting back story, but has committed to sponsoring this podcast for quite a while now. A big thanks to him & his whole team 🙌 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:50 - Mike’s Background 19:12 - Buying Prince Tennis 26:03 - First hearing about the Slinger Bag 34:42 - Tennis as a lifestyle brand 37:50 - Slinger becoming a ‘Connected Brand’ 41:51 - Advantages of trading publicly Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Larry Jurovich - Building Relationships Through Coaching | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:29:48 | |
Canadian Coach, Larry Jurovich joins the podcast this week 🇨🇦 Larry has worked with top juniors around the world, including a stint at the LTA. He has also worked with former podcast guests James McGee, James Cluskey & Sharon Fichman! We talk:
It was great to be able to chat with Larry, especially as he has such a wealth of knowledge & experience in the coaching industry. Fun fact: Larry also played ice Hockey for Ireland during the time that he spent living there! Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:23 - Life during COVID in Canada 8:00 - Values in his tennis programs 10:57 - Working with the LTA 15:48 - Playing Ice Hockey for Ireland Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Nick McCarvel - Inside The Tennis Media World | 05 Jul 2021 | 00:33:37 | |
This week we take a sneak peak into the tennis media world with Nick McCarvel 🇺🇸 Nick is a sports media expert, who has worked in tennis for a number of years & is now involved with the Olympics 🤩 He is a writer, presenter, commentator & producer. Cian, who works at Functional Tennis takes over from Fabio as host for this Episode! We talk:
It was great to be able to speak to Nick, especially as the Olympics draw closer. Hope you enjoy the chat & the change up this week 😃 Let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:28 - Breaking into the industry 4:45 - More drawn to journalism or tennis? 12:35 - Setting boundaries between work & personal life 16:37 - LGBTQ Community in Tennis 22:36 - Getting to know Billie Jean King 28:37 - Current role with the Olympics Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Marcel da Cruz - S&C Coach of Casper Ruud | 28 Jun 2021 | 00:39:49 | |
Marcel Da Cruz joins the podcast this week to talk about his work with Casper Ruud 🇳🇴 Marcel has been working with Casper for almost 10 years & he has been instrumental in helping Casper get to where he is today! We talk:
This episode is a deeper dive into strength & conditioning training, which was particularly interesting as it has been a while since we talked about it on this show 😉 Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:25 - Getting ready for the Grass Courts 9:49 - How do tennis players compare fitness wise to other athletes 15:45 - Too much muscle causing injuries 19:25 - Starting to work with Casper 29:58 - Working with Casper during his year off 33:46 - Juniors working with fitness trainers Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Marco Chiudinelli - Reflecting on a Long Career | 21 Jun 2021 | 00:33:05 | |
Marco Chiudinelli from Switzerland joins the podcast this week 🇨🇭 Marco had a 17 year long career, which saw him rise to a career high #52 as well as winning the Davis Cup with Switzerland in 2014 🏆 We talk:
It was nice to be able to see what Marco is up to these days, but also to look back and remember all the good times that he has had on court 💪 Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:25 - Life after Tennis 6:00 - Running Camps in Halle 11:50 - Can Novak complete the golden slam? 16:28 - Up & Coming Swiss talent, Dominic Sticker 19:41 - What he misses from his travelling days 25:55 - Winning the Davis Cup Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Garry Cahill - Leadership & Mentoring in Tennis | 14 Jun 2021 | 00:41:09 | |
It was nice to be able to speak to Garry Cahill again, who has previously joined the podcast on Episode 10! Garry is a Tour Coach & former Irish Davis Cup captain, who is currently setting up his own academy 🔥 We talk:
We haven't had podcast guests on very often for more than one episode - so it was nice to be able to tie back in with Garry 😃 Check out our previous interview with Garry here Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:53 - Life since last podcast episode 11:44 - What makes a good mentoring program? 21:47 - Why some federations produce so many successful players? 32:54 - Problems with short term success Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Sharon Fichman & Dylan Moscovitch - Life on Tour as a Couple | 07 Jun 2021 | 00:32:27 | |
This week we speak to Canadian couple Sharon Fichman & Dylan Moscovitch 🇨🇦 Sharon is a professional tennis player, while Dylan is a former Olympic figure skater 😃 We talk:
It's not very often that we get the chance to see to speak to two people at once on the podcast, with this interview being our first time interviewing a couple! Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 4:09 - How they met 5:52 - Taking an indefinite break from tennis 10:08 - Life as a figure skater 15:05 - Inspiration to get back to tennis 20:25 - Travelling together 24:39 - How Yoga helps Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Tennis is difficult with Freddie Nielsen and guest host Coach Dave O’Hare | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:47:49 | |
The title says it all, Tennis is difficult. Guest host Dave O'Hare kicks off his first-ever episodes as a host with Freddie Nielsen. Freddie is a former pro from Denamk, a Wimbledon doubles champ and the current Danish Davis Cup Captain. It’s a great discussion with thoughts on compassion, anger, perfection, acceptance, competing, disagreeing and more. It's a bit different to my usual conversations but its great to see 2 experienced tennis people chatting with plenty of lessons to learn. I hope you enjoy it Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the opportunity to experience how sports and movement can have a positive impact on mental well-being. To learn more about ASICS visit their website here: https://www.asics.com/nl/en-nl/sports/tennis/ Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@functionaltennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Emily Appleton - One Step at a Time | 31 May 2021 | 00:22:28 | |
We are joined by British tennis player, Emily Appleton this week for Episode 101 😃 Emily recently won 3 of the 4 UK Pro Series titles & is just back from a trip where she was playing in Israel & Georgia 🙌 We talk:
It was really great to be able to talk to Emily & hear about all the hard work that she puts in with her team. We wish them the best of luck going forward 💪 Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 1:57 - UK Pro Series 4:33 - Playing in Israel 8:47 - Working with David Collins 11:12 - Being a Sky Sports Scholar 13:10 - Importance of Media Training Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Casper Ruud - Journey to the Top 20 | 24 May 2021 | 00:27:03 | |
We are proud to announce that Casper Ruud is our guest for Episode 100 🥳🎉 Casper is in unbelievable form recently, having just made SF runs in Monte Carlo & Madrid, as well as capturing the title in Geneva. He is currently ranked #16 in the world ⭐ We talk:
It was a real pleasure to have Casper on the show. He was a super nice guy & we wish him the best of luck going forward 🙌 We also announce the winner of the Slinger Bag at the end of the episode 😉 Finally, a big thanks to all of our listeners! We are delighted to have been able to release 100 episodes & hope to release at least 100 more 😉 Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:18 - Recent results & form 5:05 - Training with Rafael Nadal 7:41 - Biggest takeaway from hitting with Nadal 9:12 - Playing tennis growing up 11:11 - Love of Golf 20:07 - What helped you to breakthrough? 22:11 - Playing tennis with his Dad Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||
| Matt Ebden - A Life on Tour | 17 May 2021 | 00:28:24 | |
Aussie, Matt Ebden is our 99th guest on the podcast 🇦🇺 It was nice to be able to speak to yet another established name on tour as we near episode 100! Matt is an Australian Open mixed doubles champ, who also has a few ATP doubles titles 😉 We talk:
Matt was training at the All In Tennis Academy when we spoke. He will play Lyon before he travels to Paris for Roland Garros 🎾 Hope you enjoy it & let us know what you think! Leave us a review on iTunes 📱 Episode Chapters 2:42 - Shadows in Madrid 6:31 - Training at the All In Tennis Academy 10:14 - Coming back from injury 14:06 - Training with Federer 15:23 - Most memorable match 19:31 - Cryptocurrency & investing 21:30 - Love of watches Find us on Social Media: YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennisPodcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com Facebook: Facebook.com/FunctionalTennisOfficial Have you seen the Functional Tennis Saber? Check it out here and don't miss the video of Stan Wawrinka crushing the ball Find us on Social Media: Instagram: Instagram.com/FunctionalTennis YouTube: Functional Tennis Podcast Twitter: twitter.com/functennis Website: www.FunctionalTennis.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy | |||