Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Anastasia is joined by Ian of Forty Love to talk about the week that was at the US Open and what to expect from week 2.

They discuss what the grounds have been like in the first week, What the tennis has been like over the first few days of the slam, and a look ahead to the 2nd week of the US Open.

We of course could not end this podcast conversation without talking about the fashion at the Open. Which were our favourite kits and which didn’t quite hit the mark?

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Forty Love on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fortylovetennis?igsh=ZG1na3d2ZjhvZm9k

Tennis Today Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1725696267

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Fan week brought all the good vibes but it’s time to get down to business.

Nick and Anastasia recap the week that was and go through the schedule of the first 2 days of the US Open. Its going to be blockbuster.

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US Open Fan Week Website - https://www.usopen.org/en_US/about/us_open_fan_week.html

US Open Schedule - https://www.usopen.org/en_US/scores/schedule/schedule8.html

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What a weekend!

Nick and Anastasia review the Finals weekend where Carlos Alcaraz completes the Channel Slam winning Wimbledon by defeating Novak Djokovic.

Barbora Krejcikova fulfills a dream. Jasmine Paolini steals the heart of Wimbledon and we have a stellar Double(s) Finals with Henry Patten & Harri Heliovaara and Katerina Siniakova & Taylor Townsend coming out the champions.

And let’s not forget the historic wins by Alfie Hewett and Diede De Groot.

What a weekend indeed!

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Taylor Townsend’s Story - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/18/sports/tennis/taylor-townsend-australian-open.html?unlocked_article_code=1.7U0.ZCzf.e_BpRll94aOo&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

Tweet from Venus Gauff - https://x.com/venusgauff/status/1806437377004507434?s=46&t=34KFRaMxpc-93mq_1EOI7A

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Nick is back and Anastasia quizzes him about his trip to Wimbledon.

We talk about the grounds, atmosphere of the tournament and how to get tickets for next year.

The we talk about the stories that dominated the first week of Wimbledon and preview the Singles quarterfinal matchups.

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Better late than never, Nick recaps his *perfect* day at Wimbledon

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Day 3 was rain filled but with some great tennis

Today Nick:

• Got to check out Aorangi for the first time
• Enjoy 2 sets of Gael Monfils v Stan Wawrinka
• And spotted a few players on the grounds

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Ground Pass On Site is back and this time we are at Wimbledon. Nick is attending the tournament and will bring us short daily updates about the experience being at SW19.

Today Nick:

• Visited the Wimbledon Museum (of course he did ;) )
• Saw Jessica Pegula win her first round match
• Ran over to catch Iga practice 
• And gave a watchlist for Day 3 ground pass holders

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Welcome back to Ground Pass! In this exciting episode, Anastasia returns from her break and joins Nick to dive into the upcoming Wimbledon tournament. They discuss the thrilling stories and matches to watch out for. The duo shares their excitement for Wimbledon, reminiscing about its nostalgic charm and the brief yet intense grass court season.

Nick talks about his upcoming trip to Wimbledon, including his plans to catch matches on Court Two and Centre Court. They also discuss the latest news and player updates, including Andy Murray's potential last Wimbledon appearance and Novak Djokovic's recovery from knee surgery. The conversation shifts to the standout performances in recent tournaments, highlighting players like Taylor Fritz and Alejandro Tabilo.

Mentioned on the Podcast:

Last episode of the podcast featuring Nick philosophical ramblings - https://pod.fo/e/24b084

Damien’s post about catching a train to watch the tennis - https://x.com/damiankust/status/1807370187114463729?s=46&t=34KFRaMxpc-93mq_1EOI7A

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Welcome back to another mini pod on Ground Pass! This week, we dive deep into the captivating stories from the grass court season. Nick highlights the incredible journey of Fran Jones, a player defying the odds despite a genetic condition, and Billy Harris, who travels in a converted Ford transit van to save on costs while competing at the highest levels. We also celebrate Jack Draper's rise as Britain's number one and his impressive performance at Queen's Club.

Nick doesn't stop there; he shares insights on Tommy Paul's victory at Queen's, the American success stories at Berlin and Queen's, and Jessica Pegula's triumphant return to form. We also get a glimpse into the upcoming Wimbledon wild cards and the final warm-up week before the prestigious tournament begins.

Whether it's the grit of overcoming personal challenges or the thrill of competing on the biggest stages, this episode is packed with inspiring tennis tales that will leave you eager for more. Tune in to hear about the players making waves and the stories that make tennis so compelling.

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Welcome to the most British episode of Ground Pass yet! Nick takes over as Anastasia takes a break, diving into the start of the grass court season. From the history of grass courts to this week's tournament winners, Nick covers it all. Learn about the unique challenges of playing on grass, the surprising origins of Wimbledon, and the standout performances from Jack Draper, Katie Boulter, and other notable players. This episode is packed with insights and updates from Stuttgart, Nottingham, and 's-Hertogenbosch, along with a look ahead to key upcoming tournaments in Berlin, Queen's Club, Halle, and Birmingham.

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