The Paralympic Games are officially underway in Paris! Wheelchair tennis athlete Rob Shaw is set to represent Canada at the event in Quads, as he looks to build on what's been an outstanding 2024 season. Ben of Match Point Canada chats with Shaw about his year, evolving as a player later in his career, the Paralympic experience, and much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The breakthrough tennis continues for Canadians Mia Kupres and Ariana Arseneault, who captured the Saskatoon Challenger as a doubles tandem, their second title this summer! Mike spoke with the pair in Toronto for a special sit down interview, following their surprising run to the quarterfinals of the National Bank Open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The National Bank Open is just days away! On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, Mike touches base with Montreal Tournament Director and former player, Valerie Tetreault as she gets set for the event in Quebec. Meanwhile, we have exciting Olympic action in Paris. Ben and Mike break down how the Canadians have fared so far at the Summer Games, action on the women's side, a 60th meeting between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, and much more. All of that on the latest episode of MPC. This episode brought to you by Hotel X Toronto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canada fell to Switzerland in the round robin stage of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals from Glasgow. Joining us to recap the action is longtime broadcaster and Sportsnet commentator Rob Faulds, as examine the team's chances moving forward in international competition. Meantime we look at the field and groups for the ATP Finals which are underway from Turin, Italy. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Billie Jean King Cup finals open this week from Glasgow, Scotland! Rebecca Marino joins us ahead of the event to discuss her season and why she likes Canada's chances. Caroline Garcia wins the biggest title of her career, capturing a surprise WTA Finals crown in Fort Worth. Holger Rune stuns at the Paris Masters, while Felix Auger-Aliassime finally sees his winning streak end. All of that and more on our latest episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a 2019 US Open champion and one of Canada's best players! Mississauga's Bianca Andreescu joins Ben of Match Point Canada for a chat ahead of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Glasgow, Scotland. Andreescu is returning to the international stage at the event for the first time since 2019. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a 22-time major champion, former Olympic gold medalist, and one of the premiere broadcasters in the sport! Tennis analyst Pam Shriver joins this week's episode of Match Point Canada. We recap a third consecutive ATP title from Felix Auger-Aliassime, Denis Shapovalov's performance in Vienna, and gear up for the Paris Masters. We also preview the WTA Finals from Fort Worth, Texas, featuring the top eight players of the season. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's won a title for the second consecutive week and the third of his career! Felix Auger-Aliassime was victorious in Antwerp, winning the European Open in Belgium. We recap his great performance and fall season to date. We heck in on the Guadalajara Open and a first WTA1000 from Jessica Pegula, and how the Canadians fared at the event. We also discussing an impending doping suspension for Simona Halep, and look ahead to this week's Tevlin Challenger, featuring an interview with Tennis Canada's Manager of Officiating, Anne Bees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's his second career ATP title! Felix Auger-Aliassime was champion in Florence at the Firenze Open. Our guest this week is Abigail Johnson, a tennis commentator's whose work has been on Tennis TV, BBC, Wimbledon, Amazon Prime, AO Radio, and much more! We discuss her experiences in the commentator's booth, watching Denis Shapovalov up close, and what's in store for the rest of 2022. We also take a glimpse at the WTA1000 in Guadalajara and get set for the final leg of the season. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's a former top 25 player, a Wimbledon champion in doubles, and one of Canada's strongest on the international stage! Veteran tennis player Vasek Pospisil joins us on Match Point Canada to reflect on his 2022 season, his recent stretch of strong form, playing for Canada's Davis Cup squad, and his challenges against The Big 3. We also look at recent ATP action and two consecutive titles from Novak Djokovic, a resurgent Barbora Krejcikova, and a packed field at the WTA San Diego Open. All of that and more on our latest episode of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

His storied career has officially come to an end. Roger Federer played his final professional match from the Laver Cup, alongside rival Rafael Nadal in doubles. We look back at that iconic moment, reflect on a first victory for Team World, a huge win from Felix Auger-Aliassime, and much more on the event. Meantime, Ottawa's Gaby Dabrowski captured a second straight doubles title in as many weeks. All of that and more on our latest edition of Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He is one of the greatest of all time and a global sporting icon. 41-year-old Roger Federer is set to retire after a long and illustrious career in the game. New York Times writer and author of a book on Federer, 'The Master', joins us to discuss his incredible journey in tennis. Meantime, we recap Canada's impressive week at Davis Cup, a title from Gaby Dabrowski in Chennai, and how the other Canadians fared in WTA action! Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's a fast rising Canadian on the ATP circuit. 20-year-old Montreal native Gabriel Diallo joins Ben of Match Point Canada as a member of the team's Davis Cup Finals squad. Diallo has enjoyed a breakout summer on the ATP, winning his first Challenger title at the Granby National Bank Championships. We speak to him about his game, the opportunity to represent Canada at Davis Cup, and his future goals. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Young Canadian pros Ariana Arseneault and Mia Kupres teamed up to win a doubles title at the W75K in Granby! The pair join Mike this week for an interview on Match Point Canada. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down the Rafael Nadal's finals run in Sweden, a title from Arthur Fils, and WTA action. They also look ahead to the Olympics and discuss the Canadians in action and possible contenders. This episode brought to you by 10XTO and Fielding Winery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23-year-old Canadian Alexis Galarneau is set to represent Canada's squad at the Davis Cup Finals from Valencia, Spain. Canada has landed in Group B alongside Serbia, Spain, and South Korea. We chat with Galarneau about his busy and impressive summer of tennis, life as a touring professional, and the Davis Cup experience. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our grand slam tennis calendar is officially complete! The 2022 US Open has wrapped from Flushing Meadows, crowning two new champions. Poland's Iga Swiatek collected her third career grand slam title and first in New York, winning the women's singles crown, while Spain's Carlos Alcaraz ascended to the top of the men's game by winning the men's title, his first ever major victory. We look back on the great two weeks and recap our favourite moments, and also get ready for Canada's Davis Cup Finals tie ahead in Group B. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She is one of the most talented young players in the game today. 20-year-old American Amanda Anisimova is our special guest on this week's episode of Match Point Canada, as she discusses her career highlights and drive to accomplish even more. Meantime, we break down all the action from Week 1 at Flushing Meadows including surprise upsets, Serena Williams' incredible send off, and our top candidates to win the US Open. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's coaching two of the greatest legends in the history of the game! Eric Hechtman, coach of both Serena and Venus Williams, joins Match Point Canada for a special interview ahead of the US Open. We discuss how he works alongside two of the sport's biggest global stars, his philosophy and outlook on coaching, and what he expects at Flushing Meadows. Meanwhile, we breakdown a full preview of the men's and women's field at the US Open, and analyze the chances of Canadians. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back with another episode of Match Point Canada! Canadian junior Kayla Cross is our guest as she details her experiences competing at NBO Toronto and the progress of her professional career. We recap surprise titles from Borna Coric and Caroline Garcia at the Western & Southern Open from Cincinnati, check in on the action from the Vancouver Open, and offer early picks for the US Open from Flushing Meadows which is just one week away. All of that and more on our latest edition of MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A week has come and gone from NBO 22! It's our final daily podcast from the grounds of the National Bank Open as we wrap up an incredible tournament and look back at a title from Simona Halep, and our favourite matches, moments, interviews, and highlights from the week. We also chat with a couple members of the NBO Ball crew, and give our recap of the Canadian performances in both Toronto and Montreal. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She is the third ranked player in the world and a two-time slam semifinalist. Greece star Maria Sakkari is our special guest on Match Point Canada for today's Day 6 episode from the grounds of the National Bank Open. Meantime, we've now reached the semifinals stage of the event as Simona Halep continues to play well. Gaby Dabrowski is still thriving in doubles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's one of the most experienced players on tour! Two-time grand slam singles champion Simona Halep is our special guest on our Day 5 episode from the National Bank Open in Toronto. Meanwhile, we've seen plenty of shock upsets on the grounds of the NBO, as Iga Swiatek suffered a surprise exit, while Bianca Andreescu's tournament came to an end. We cover all the action and preview the quarterfinals ahead on our latest episode of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is she the greatest of all time? The iconic legend Serena Williams has announced she will be retiring later this summer, and continues on here from the National Bank Open in Toronto. Our guest this week is her next opponent - Swiss star, Belinda Bencic! Bencic is a former 2015 champion in Canada and gold medalist in singles in Tokyo. We also look at all the action ahead, victories from Bianca Andreescu and Leylah + sister Bianca Jolie in doubles! All of that and more on our latest episode of Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our third major on the tennis calendar is in the books! Wimbledon has come and gone, and joining us this week to recap all the action is author and content creator, Bastien Fachan. Bastien speaks with Ben about Carlos Alcaraz's historic title, Djokovic's outlook moving forward, Barbora Krejcikova's improbable title, and more. Ben and Mike also break down the coverage including a runner-up finish from Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe in doubles. Meanwhile, Mike has also touched down in Granby and gives insights on some of the Canadians competing at the ATP Challenger and W75K that's underway in Quebec. This episode brought to you by Hotel X and Fielding Estate Winery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She is a US Open champion - and she has returned to Match Point Canada! Our good friend Bianca Andreescu is back for a conversation on the podcast, as she discusses a return to back home to play the National Bank Open. We also touch on her new mental health initiative, cover rapid fire questions, and a tough opening round match ahead with Daria Kasatkina. Meantime, we look back at a great first win of 2022 from Serena Williams, and the full order of play ahead for the Tuesday from NBO Toronto. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2022 National Bank Open presented by Rogers is officially underway! Main draw action is set to begin as Ben and Mike preview a deep women's field that features 19 of the top 20 women's players and marks a return from Serena and Venus Williams. Our guest on the Day 1 episode is Czech Republic's Marie Bouzkova, who's come through qualifying to reach the main draw, and is a former semifinalist here in Toronto three seasons ago. We also preview all of the terrific matches to watch on the Monday, and discuss Canadians Leylah Annie Fernandez and Bianca Andreescu. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2022 National Bank Open presented by Rogers is officially underway! Main draw action is set to begin as Ben and Mike preview a deep women's field that features 19 of the top 20 women's players and marks a return from Serena and Venus Williams. Our guest on the Day 1 episode is Czech Republic's Marie Bouzkova, who's come through qualifying to reach the main draw, and is a former semifinalist here in Toronto three seasons ago. We also preview all of the terrific matches to watch on the Monday, and discuss Canadians Leylah Annie Fernandez and Bianca Andreescu. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The National Bank Open presented by Rogers is officially upon us! NBO Tournament Director Karl Hale joins Mike McIntyre of Match Point Canada for a special interview to look ahead to all of the action in Toronto. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a four-time WTA doubles champion and has been ranked as high as no. 21! Canadian doubles player and broadcaster Sharon Fichman returns to Match Point Canada as she discusses her recovery process from injury, a magical 2021 season alongside Giuliana Olmos, and her plans to again return to the sport. We also cover the latest action around the circuit as Serena and Venus Williams both accept wild cards to the National Bank Open in Toronto, Naomi Osaka splits with her coach, the Big 4 confirm attendance to Laver Cup, and Lorenzo Musetti and Casper Ruud win singles titles. Plus, we have two pairs of tickets up for grabs to the NBO for a couple of lucky listeners. All of that and more on the latest edition of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two weeks have come and gone at the All England Club! We look back on the action from the 2022 Wimbledon Championships which featured a fourth consecutive title from Novak Djokovic and 21st major overall, and a first time slam winner in Elena Rybakina. Sports journalist for I News and Love Tennis Podcast host James Gray is our guest this week as we breakdown all the key storylines and look ahead to the summer swing. PLUS, you have one more chance to win a copy of Bianca Andreescu's book, Bibi's Got Game. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are through our first week of action from the Wimbledon Championships. Mike and Ben break down all the action from the All England Club as they eye a possible final between Djokovic and Nadal, disappointment from Canadians, performances from Serena and Venus, Iga's streak coming to an end, and who the favourites are now out of the women's field. Plus, we also have Bianca Andreescu's book 'Bibi's Got Game' available for a lucky listener! All of that and more on our latest episode of Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The third major of the tennis calendar has arrived! The 2022 WImbledon Championships begin from the All England Club and we break down all the upcoming action in both the men's and women's fields. NY Times Correspondent and author of the book 'The Master', Christopher Clarey stops by to review some of the top storylines from this year's edition of Wimbledon. We also break down a finals run from Bianca Andreescu this past week, what Canadians are capable of, and who are favourites for the event are this fortnight. All of that and more on this edition of Match Point Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's one of the sport's very best writers! Tumaini Carayol of The Guardian joins this week's episode of Match Point Canada to tackle all of the storylines in the short grass court season. We discuss Matteo Berrettini's dominance, the return of Serena Williams, performances of the Canadians, and who are top contenders are on the surface. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a Canadian-American tennis player and former junior slam winner in doubles! Carson Branstine returns to Match Point Canada for an exclusive chat with Mike McIntyre about her collegiate career at Texas A&M and her goals and aspirations in the sport. Branstine won both the French Open and Australian Open junior doubles titles alongside Bianca Andreescu in 2017, and reached a career high singles ranking of #468. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is just one week to go at the All England Club! We're at the halfway point of Wimbledon 2024 with just a week left go in the prestigious major. Mike and Ben break down some of the top performances, and big surprises in the women's field with top names like Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, and Ons Jabeur falling early. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic are all keen to compete for the title. We also recap all of the Canadian singles performances and keep an eye on Gaby Dabrowski in doubles. This episode brought to you by 10XTO and Fielding Estate Winery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rafael Nadal claimed an historic 14th French Open title. Iga Swiatek stretched her winning streak to 25 matches with a second Roland Garros crown. We breakdown the two weeks of action in Paris and look back at the history achieved from Rafa and Iga, analyze performances from the Canadians, look at the outcomes that surprises, and get set for the grass court swing. All of that and more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're through one week of action on the red dirt in Paris! We check in on all the action at 2022 Roland Garros as Canadian Leylah Annie Fernandez has reached the quarterfinals in Paris for the first time in her career. We also look at who could possibly stop Iga Swiatek, break down results from Felix and Denis, and get set for career showdown #59 between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's become a staple on the desk of the Tennis Channel! Talented broadcaster Steve Weissman joins Match Point Canada for a special interview to discuss his career in the sport, his passion for playing, and the opportunities to work alongside legends of the game. Meantime, we have a full Roland Garros preview! Commentator Abigail Johnson fills in as co-host to breakdown all the action in the men's and women's singles fields at the 2022 French Open. We also discuss a few must watch matches, and project what's in store for the Canadians. All of that and more on the latest edition of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He carved out a great career in doubles, and is now one of the most recognizable voices and commentators in tennis broadcasting! South Africa's Rob Koenig joins us on this week's episode of Match Point Canada to discuss his career, passion for tennis, how he entered the realm in broadcasting, and why he approaches it with a unique style. Meanwhile, we look back at action from the Italian Open with an historic 38th Masters 1000 win from Novak Djokovic, and a fifth consecutive title from Iga Swiatek! We also check in on impressive performances from Felix Auger-Aliassime, Denis Shapovalov, Bianca Andreescu, and Gaby Dabrowski. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gaby Dabrowski and Giuliana Olmos were doubles champions, Carlos Alcaraz set more history with a big trophy, and Ons Jabeur won the biggest title of her career! We check back on all the entertaining action from the Madrid Open, get ready for the action in Rome, and review how the Canadians have fared on the clay. We also wish a happy retirement to two-time slam finalist Kevin Anderson! All of that and more on our latest episode of Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a dual citizen of New Zealand and Canada, and a top 30 presence in women's doubles! Erin Routliffe joins us as a guest on Match Point Canada, discussing her fascinating upbringing in the sport, her ties to Canada and Caledon, Ontario and how she has carved out a strong career on the doubles circuit. Meantime, we look back at another title from Iga Swiatek, Bianca Andreescu's season debut, Carlos Alcaraz's win in Barcelona, and a victory for Andrey Rublev. We also discuss Wimbledon's decision to ban Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing in this year's championships. All of that and more on the latest edition of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bibi is back! Canadian Bianca Andreescu is competing again for the first time since October 2021, as she's in action from the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart. Andreescu chats with Mike and Ben about her layoff, feeling physically and mentally refreshed, and taking a process oriented approach in 2022. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a jam packed episode of Match Point Canada! We look back at Canada's big win over Latvia at Billie Jean King Cup, a Masters 1000 title from Stefanos Tsitsipas at Monte Carlo, and the upcoming return of Bianca Andreescu. Meantime, Romanian tennis player Andreea Prisacariu, who delighted fans with her hilarious Billie Jean King Cup player's speech, joins us for a special interview on the show! All of that and more on the latest MPC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's been ranked as high as #111 in the world in singles and has proudly represented the Canadian flag in international play with great success throughout her career! Montreal's Francoise Abanda speaks with Mike of Match Point Canada for a special interview ahead of Canada's qualifer against Latvia at the Billie Jean King Cup from Vancouver, BC. Abanda is joined on the roster by Leylah Annie Fernandez, Rebecca Marino, Carol Zhao, and Gaby Dabrowski. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She is a former WTA player and current captain of the Team Canada's Billie Jean King Cup squad. Heidi El Tabakh joins Ben of Match Point Canada for a special interview ahead of Canada's pivotal tie against Latvia in Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers. The two countries will square off from Vancouver April 15-16. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The third major of the season has now arrived. Action begins at the All England Club, site of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships and this week, our special guest is tennis commentator Nick Lester! Lester shares his backstory and love of the sport, offers his thoughts on Novak Djokovic's chances at Wimbledon, and gives insights on other players he has his eye on. In the meantime, Ben and Mike break down both men's and women's draws with favourites to win, dark horses, and a look at the Canadian chances. Tennis Canada has also unveiled its Olympic roster for the Summer Games. All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC brought to you by Hotel X! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are back with another episode of Match Point Canada! Our special guest this week is tennis broadcaster and co-host of the Behind the Racquet podcast, Mike Cation. He shares his experiences and stories working the ATP Challenger circuit and covering post match interviews in Miami and Acapulco. Meantime, the clay court swing is well underway! We preview the Monte Carlo Masters, the return of Novak Djokovic, and share the latest news and notes on Canadians Genie Bouchard and Bianca Andreescu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's one of the most charismatic tennis coaches in the sport! Canadian Rob Steckley returns for another episode of Match Point Canada as he updates us on his active coaching career, including his continued work with promising junior Kayla Cross. We also react to world no. 1 Ash Barty's sudden retirement at the age of 25, and check in on the Miami Open through one week of action. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two weeks have come and gone in the desert! Iga Swiatek captured a third career WTA1000 and her maiden title at the BNP Paribas Open, while Taylor Fritz became the first American to win the singles trophy at Indian Wells since 2001. Host and reporter Blair Henley joins us on the latest episode of Match Point Canada to look back at all the exciting moments from the unofficial fifth major. We also review the performances from the Canadians, gear up for the Miami Open, and have a signed Karolina Pliskova available for a lucky listener! All that and more on our latest episode of Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's her second career WTA singles title, and in the same place as her maiden win! Leylah Annie Fernandez was champion at the Monterrey Open, defeating Camila Osorio in a thrilling final to capture the title. The Canadian and her sister Bianca Jolie also competed in doubles, and BOTH joined Match Point Canada for an exclusive interview! We also discuss Canada's results in Davis Cup, storylines ahead of Indian Wells, and give details on a contest featuring a signed Karolina Pliskova tennis ball! All of that and more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices