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The Sit-Down brings you in-depth interviews with some of the most influential figures from the world of tennis. From players to coaches, analysts, and tennis legends, each episode delves into their stories, revealing personal anecdotes and unique perspectives on the game. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world of tennis, The Sit-Down brings you conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in every week for an authentic, unfiltered chat with the personalities who’ve helped shape the sport of tennis.
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Episodes
- 1
Maya Joint: the ongoing rise of Australia's new No.1 woman
This episode features an interview with rising Australian tennis star Maya Joint, discussing her rapid ascent in the rankings, her role in the Billie Jean King Cup, and her recent move to Melbourne.
·23m - 2
Casey Dellacqua: the spark that lit a golden run
This episode features an interview with Australian tennis player Casey Dellacqua, discussing her early introduction to tennis through family, her career highlights including Australian Open runs, and her enduring passion for the sport.
·35m - 3
Lorenzo Musetti: a top-five star and more complete than ever
This episode features an interview with tennis player Lorenzo Musetti discussing his top-five ranking, recent performance at the Australian Open, and his dedication to improvement.
·12m - 4
Rennae Stubbs: tennis parenting and the path to greatness
Former world number one doubles player Rennae Stubbs discusses her tennis journey from Australia to Florida, her development as a champion, and insights into tennis parenting and greatness.
·34m - 5
Popyrin’s Canadian breakthrough, one year on
This episode features an interview with tennis player Alexi Popyrin discussing his career-best season, including his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Montreal and his current wave of confidence heading into the US Open.
·17m - 6
Casper & Christian Ruud: setting and stretching the bar
This episode features an interview with tennis players Casper and Christian Ruud, discussing their father-son dynamic, career achievements, and preparations for the ATP 1000 tournament in Cincinnati.
·37m - 7
The Sit-Down with Sandra Zaniewska
This episode features an interview with elite tennis coach Sandra Zaniewska, discussing her journey from professional player to coaching top players like Marta Kostiuk, and her impact on their careers.
·29m - 8
The Sit-Down with Greg Crump
This episode features an interview with Greg Crump, the ITF Wheelchair Coach of the Year, discussing his 40-year career in wheelchair tennis and the current state of the sport.
·34m - 9
Rinky Hijikata: doubles superstar targeting solo success
This episode features an interview with tennis player Rinky Hijikata discussing his doubles success, Davis Cup debut, and journey toward solo achievements in the sport.
·18m - 10
The Sit-Down with Ken Rosewall and Mal Anderson
This episode features back-to-back interviews with Australian tennis legends Ken Rosewall and Mal Anderson, focusing on Mal receiving his International Tennis Hall of Fame ring from Ken and discussing Ken's longevity in tennis history.
·27m - 11
Daria Kasatkina: her journey to representing Australia
This episode features an interview with tennis player Daria Kasatkina discussing her decision to represent Australia, her recent break from competition, and her thoughts on tennis.
·41m - 12
The Sit-Down with Ellen Perez
Australian tennis player Ellen Perez discusses her excitement for the upcoming Billie Jean King Cup, team preparation, and thoughts on teammates like Storm Sanders and Kim Birrell.
·30m - 13
Learner Tien: "It landed in a soft place in my heart"
This episode features an interview with rising tennis star Learner Tien, discussing his breakthrough at the Australian Open and his grounded personality.
·18m - 14
Mark Philippoussis: falling in love with tennis "all over again"
This episode features an interview with former tennis star Mark Philippoussis discussing his career highlights, ongoing involvement in tennis through coaching and Legends events, and his fashion ventures.
·31m - 15
Daria & Luke Saville: Aussie tennis’ favourite couple in first podcast interview together
This episode features an interview with Australian tennis couple Luke and Daria Saville, discussing their personal life and experiences in Melbourne.
·31m - 16
Judy Murray: what it takes to raise two Grand Slam champions
This episode features an interview with Judy Murray discussing her journey from learning tennis in Scotland to coaching her sons Andy and Jamie Murray to Grand Slam success and her work in grassroots tennis development.
·37m - 17
Judy Murray (Part 2): building a women's tennis workforce
This episode explores Judy Murray's work as a WTA community ambassador, focusing on her efforts to build a women's tennis workforce through grassroots initiatives in Riyadh and broader roles in coaching and data analytics.
·29m - 18
Katie Boulter: finding her place on court and her voice off it
This episode features an interview with tennis player Katie Boulter discussing her recent WTA title win, coaching partnership, current tournament schedule, and journey back to top rankings.
·43m - 19
The Sit-Down with Garbine Muguruza
This episode features an interview with former tennis champion Garbine Muguruza, discussing her career achievements, retirement, and current role as tournament director of the WTA finals.
·37m - 20
Alexandra Eala: the Filipina trailblazer taking Asian tennis to new heights
This episode features an interview with Filipina tennis star Alexandra Eala, discussing her recent successes at WTA tournaments, fan support, and her rising career.
·12m - 21
The Sit-Down with Destanee Aiava
This episode features an interview with Australian tennis player Destanee Aiava discussing her Roland Garros wildcard announcement, career highlights including the US Open and Australian Open, and her early inspiration from Serena Williams.
·31m - 22
From underdog to icon: Jelena Dokic in a WTA golden era
This episode features an interview with former tennis star Jelena Dokic, discussing her breakthrough win at Wimbledon 1999 and her career during a golden era of women's tennis.
·25m - 23
The Sit-Down with Craig Tyzzer
This episode features an interview with tennis coach Craig Tyzzer about his work with Ash Barty during her Wimbledon win and his broader coaching career.
·35m - 24
Zizou Bergs: "happy but not satisfied" in breakout season
This episode features an interview with tennis player Zizou Bergs discussing his breakout season, career achievements, and experiences playing in Australia.
·22m - 25
The Sit-Down with Maya Joint
This episode features an interview with rising Australian tennis star Maya Joint, discussing her background, how she discovered tennis, and her first podcast experience.
·28m - 26
Jennifer Capriati: her first podcast 25 years after winning AO 2001
This episode features Jennifer Capriati's first podcast interview, discussing her return to Australia after 20 years and reflecting on her 2001 Australian Open victory and career highs.
·19m - 27
Brad Stine: the coach behind Tommy Paul and American greats
This episode features an interview with tennis coach Brad Stine, discussing his career coaching top players like Tommy Paul, his coaching philosophy, and the current state of American tennis.
·40m - 28
Priscilla Hon: "unlocking" her brain to become a top-100 player
This episode features an interview with Australian tennis player Priscilla Hon, discussing her recent breakthrough into the top 100 rankings and the mental changes that helped her achieve career-best results.
·21m - 29
Stan Wawrinka: a former champion on farewelling Australia
This episode features an interview with former Australian Open champion Stan Wawrinka discussing his career, memories of the tournament, and his upcoming retirement.
·22m - 30
Dr Carolyn Broderick: the evolution of health and wellness in tennis
This episode features an interview with Dr.
·33m - 31
Yannick Noah: peaks, pressures and life lessons of an iconic career
This episode features an interview with tennis legend Yannick Noah discussing his iconic career highlights, the pressures of professional tennis, his upcoming Laver Cup captaincy debut, and his post-playing passion for music.
·40m - 32
Jelena Ostapenko: aiming for a return to her Roland Garros heights
This episode features an interview with tennis player Jelena Ostapenko discussing her 2017 French Open win, its impact on women's tennis, and her current comeback efforts at the Australian Open.
·12m - 33
Alex de Minaur: “I would love nothing more than a deep AO run”
This episode features an interview with tennis player Alex de Minaur discussing his successful 2025 season, challenges overcome, and preparations for the upcoming Australian Open.
·28m - 34
David Hall: recollections of an Australian wheelchair tennis legend
This episode features an interview with Australian wheelchair tennis legend David Hall, discussing his career, autobiography, and the impact of the sport on his life.
·38m - 35
The Sit-Down with Chanda Rubin
This episode features an interview with former tennis player Chanda Rubin, discussing her career highlights, including her record-breaking 1996 Australian Open match and her current role as a commentator.
·29m - 36
Lindsay Davenport: career peaks, Serena’s serve, and that Billie Jean King quote
This episode features an interview with tennis champion Lindsay Davenport discussing her career highlights at the Australian Open, competing against legends like Serena Williams, and insights into tennis history.
·30m - 37
The Sit-Down with Storm Hunter
This episode features an interview with tennis player Storm Hunter discussing her comeback from injury, recent successes on the grass court season, and her journey back into the top 100 in doubles.
·33m - 38
Heath Davidson: candid, resilient, and more motivated that ever
This episode features an interview with wheelchair tennis champion Heath Davidson discussing his career, advocacy for disability inclusion in tennis, and personal journey through addiction and mental health struggles.
·39m - 39
Joao Fonseca: Sinner, Alcaraz and the Federer influence
This episode features an interview with rising tennis star Joao Fonseca, discussing his rapid rise in rankings, recent performance at Indian Wells, and reflections on his breakout year.
·22m - 40
The Sit-Down with Jonas Bjorkman
This episode features Todd Woodbridge interviewing his former doubles partner and rival Jonas Bjorkman, discussing their tennis careers, rivalry, partnership, and memorable moments like winning the Australian Open together.
·23m - 41
Patrick Kypson: the American with a golden ticket to AO 2026
This episode features an interview with American tennis player Patrick Kypson discussing his recent success, including winning the Helsinki Challenger and securing a wildcard for the 2026 Australian Open, as he reflects on his career and upcoming opportunities.
·30m - 42
Michael Chang: earning his stripes in a nation of stars
This episode revisits an interview with former tennis star Michael Chang, discussing his career highlights, success on American hardcourts, and his transition to coaching young players.
·28m - 43
The Sit-Down with Nicola Pietrangeli
This episode features an interview with two-time French Open champion Nicola Pietrangeli discussing his tennis career, including starting as a linesman, memories of the Rome Masters, and insights on Italian tennis.
·19m - 44
Patrick McEnroe (Part 2): hooking into history
This episode features an interview with Patrick McEnroe discussing his role as president of the International Tennis Hall of Fame and its 'Be Legendary' program aimed at inspiring children through tennis history and life lessons from legendary players.
·17m - 45
The Sit-Down with Thanasi Kokkinakis
This episode features an interview with Australian tennis player Thanasi Kokkinakis discussing his injury recovery, surgery details, daily routine during rehab, and his recent TV appearance analyzing the French Open.
·29m - 46
The Sit-Down with Patrick McEnroe (Part 1)
This episode features an interview with Patrick McEnroe discussing his multifaceted tennis career as a player, coach, and commentator, with reflections on his experiences at the Australian Open and his family legacy.
·31m - 47
The Sit-Down with Tim Henman
This episode features an interview with British tennis great Tim Henman discussing his Wimbledon memories, including his childhood inspiration from watching Bjorn Borg play.
·34m - 48
Sam Stosur: how a clay-court sceptic became a Roland Garros finalist
Hosts Viv Christie and Matt Trollope interview Sam Stosur about her new role as Billie Jean King Cup captain and her insights on Australian tennis.
Apr 12, 2026·18m - 49
Valentin Vacherot: "I'd rather win Monte Carlo than a Grand Slam"
Hosts interview tennis player Valentin Vacherot about his rise from qualifier to Masters champion and seeded player at the Australian Open.
Apr 5, 2026·21m - 50
The Sit-Down with Tomas Berdych
This episode features an interview with Tomas Berdych, former top-five tennis player and current Czech Davis Cup captain, discussing his career highlights, including wins over the Big Three and a Wimbledon final, while exploring his role in guiding Czech tennis's recent success at the Australian Open and future Davis Cup aspirations.
Mar 24, 2025·26m·2 clips - 51
The Sit-Down with Kim Clijsters
This episode features an interview with tennis legend Kim Clijsters, discussing her role as Honorary President of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, reflections on her career as a former world number one and four-time major champion, and her experiences as a mother in tennis.
Mar 17, 2025·32m·3 clips - 52
The Sit-Down with Sven Groeneveld
In this episode of The Sit-Down, hosts Matt Trollope and Viv Christie interview renowned tennis coach Sven Groeneveld, who discusses his transition from player to coach, his unexpected start via a job ad in Japan, and how he began working with top players like Monica Seles through connections with IMG.
Mar 9, 2025·25m·2 clips - 53
The Sit-Down with Ivan Ljubicic
An interview with former tennis pro Ivan Lubicic about his career, memories of the Australian Open, and his transition to coaching Roger Federer.
Mar 3, 2025·29m - 54
The Sit-Down with Kim Birrell
An interview with Australian tennis player Kim Birrell about her recent achievements and rise in rankings.
Feb 24, 2025·17m - 55
The Sit-Down with Magnus Norman
Hosts interview former tennis pro Magnus Norman about his memories of the Australian Open and his career.
Feb 17, 2025·33m - 56
The Sit-Down with Thomas Drouet
Feb 10, 2025·30m - 57
The Sit-Down with Diana Shnaider
Feb 3, 2025·17m - 58
The Sit-Down with Tony Godsick
Jan 27, 2025·31m - 59
The Sit-Down with Corey Gauff
Jan 20, 2025·25m - 60
The Sit-Down with Victoria Azarenka
Jan 12, 2025·15m - 61
The Sit-Down with Pat Rafter
Jan 6, 2025·21m - 62
The Sit-Down with Martina Hingis
Dec 29, 2024·33m - 63
Welcome to the new home of The Sit-Down
Dec 26, 2024·1m - 64
The Sit-Down with Sumit Nagal
Dec 23, 2024·22m - 65
The Sit-Down with Alex Michelsen
Dec 16, 2024·29m - 66
The Sit-Down with Paul McNamee (Part 2)
Dec 9, 2024·21m - 67
The Sit-Down with John Millman
Dec 2, 2024·23m - 68
The Sit-Down with Donna Kelso
Nov 25, 2024·24m - 69
The Sit-Down with Nick Kyrgios
Nov 18, 2024·38m - 70
The Sit-Down with Jill Craybas
Nov 11, 2024·30m - 71
The Sit-Down with Daria & Luke Saville
Nov 4, 2024·31m - 72
The Sit-Down with Lleyton Hewitt
Oct 28, 2024·12m - 73
The Sit-Down with Jaslyn Hewitt-Shehadie
Oct 21, 2024·29m - 74
The Sit-Down with Talia Gibson
Oct 14, 2024·21m - 75
The Sit-Down with Michael Chang (Part 2)
Oct 7, 2024·15m - 76
The Sit-Down with Andrea Petkovic
Sep 30, 2024·26m - 77
The Sit-Down with Olivia Gadecki
Sep 23, 2024·22m - 78
The Sit-Down with Torben Beltz
Sep 16, 2024·19m - 79
The Sit-Down with John Fitzgerald
Sep 9, 2024·28m - 80
The Sit-Down with Simon Rea
Sep 2, 2024·30m - 81
The Sit-Down with Alexei Popyrin
Aug 26, 2024·17m - 82
The Sit-Down with Michael Chang
Aug 19, 2024·16m - 83
The Sit-Down with Andre Sa
Aug 12, 2024·15m - 84
The Sit-Down with Mirra Andreeva
Aug 5, 2024·14m - 85
The Sit-Down with Alicia Molik
Jul 29, 2024·23m - 86
The Sit-Down with Matt Ebden & Storm Hunter
Jul 22, 2024·21m - 87
The Sit-Down with Barbora Krejcikova
Jul 15, 2024·15m - 88
The Sit-Down with Pat Cash
Jul 8, 2024·28m - 89
The Sit-Down with Jelena Dokic
Jun 24, 2024·25m - 90
The Sit-Down with Matt Ebden
Jun 17, 2024·19m - 91
The Sit-Down with Stephen Farrow
Jun 10, 2024·30m - 92
The Sit-Down with Nicole Bradtke
Hosts Viv Christie and Matt Trollope interview former tennis player Nicole Bradke about her breakthrough 1988 French Open semi-final run.
Jun 3, 2024·24m - 93
The Sit-Down with Corinne Dubreuil
An interview with award-winning tennis photographer Corinne Dubrow about her career and first Roland Garros experience.
May 27, 2024·23m - 94
The Sit-Down with Francesca Schiavone
Hosts discuss Francesca Schiavone's 2010 French Open win over Sam Stosur, sharing memories and setting up an interview with Schiavone.
May 20, 2024·24m - 95
The Sit-Down with Paolo Lorenzi
May 13, 2024·14m - 96
The Sit-Down with Wim Fissette
An interview with tennis coach Wim Fassett about his work with Naomi Osaka and her comeback season.
May 6, 2024·26m - 97
The Sit-Down with Paul McNamee
An interview with tennis legend Paul McNamee about his book on clay court tennis and his career.
Apr 29, 2024·21m - 98
The Sit-Down with Brad Gilbert
Apr 22, 2024·17m - 99
The Sit-Down with Sam Stosur
Apr 15, 2024·16m - 100
The Sit-Down with Judy Dalton
Apr 8, 2024·15m - 101
The Sit-Down with Marta Kostyuk
Mar 25, 2024·10m - 102
The Sit-Down with Jannik Sinner
Mar 18, 2024·9m