The Big T
Enter the greenroom of tennis legends and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey, and Coco Vandeweghe gather weekly to guide fans through the biggest storylines, sharpest debates, and competitive chaos shaping the global tennis landscape. Produced by Tennis Channel, the podcast delivers elevated tennis conversations intended to make you feel as though you’re pulling up a chair alongside four of the sport’s most respected minds. Each episode helps tennis fans cut through the clutter and get right to the heart of what matters in the tennis world.
Episodes
Taylor Fritz Unfiltered || Balancing Life, The Influencer Invasion & Tennis Ball Consistency
Petko is back, teaming up with doubles guru Nick Monroe for a special one-guest episode built entirely around Taylor Fritz. After Andrea shares her Brad Pitt shoulder-rub story, Fritz joins to talk about his packed schedule, his gear tinkering, whether influencers belong courtside at Slams and what's ahead with Laver Cup & the ATP Race to the Finals.
🎾 Special Guest: Taylor Fritz🎾 Balancing
US OPEN FINALE || 'Alexander the Great’' - Zverev Captures 2nd Slam || Are Zverev, Rybakina & Siniakova 1st Ballot Hall Of Famers?
BG & Ajla pull the 'night-shift' to close out the US Open and break down Alexander Zverev's win over Ben Shelton in the Men's Final. Plus they dive into whether Zverev, Rybakina and Siniakova are future first ballot Hall of Famers and a preview of the ATP & WTA’s Race To The Finals with the coveted top 8 spots on the line.
🎾 Zverev Downs Shelton for US Open Title and 2nd Major Title of 2026. 🎾 Z
US OPEN DAY 14 ‖ Rybakina Reigns In NY || Shelton vs. Zverev/ Inside The Matchup (Men’s Final)
Elena Rybakina downs two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to capture her first US Open title and solidify her World No. 1 ranking. BG and Ajla break down how the match turned. BG puts on his coaching hat with advice for Aryna as she regroups in the days ahead. The two also preview the Men's Final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton, including a Sinner-inspired game
US OPEN DAY 13 ‖ Rybakina vs. Sabalenka: Table For Two || Women's Final Preview
BG & Ajla preview Saturday's Women's Final between new World #1 Elena Rybakina and back-to-back defending champion, Aryna Sabalenka. The duo also breaks down Coco Gauff's stunning loss, Jessica Pegula's reaction to Sabalenka’s level, and acknowledges Katerina Siniakova as a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
🎾 Rybakina vs. Sabalenka — Women's Final Preview🎾 What Happened to Coco?🎾 Pegula Amazed at Aryna
US OPEN DAY 12 || Shelton vs. Tiafoe || Zverev vs. Khachanov || Men's Semis Preview
The Men's Semis are set at the US Open, and BG & Ajla break down Tiafoe vs. Shelton and Zverev vs. Khachanov. BG explains Shelton's path while Ajla makes the case for Tiafoe. Plus, BG and Ajla debate the most annoying on-court routines they've witnessed, sparked by Zverev's marathon ball-bouncing habit.
🎾 Men's Semis Deep Dive
🎾 Tiafoe v Shelton Preview🎾 Zverev v Khachanov Preview🎾 Most Annoying
US OPEN DAY 11 || Coco & Rybakina Punch Ticket To Semis || More On Shelton-Alcaraz Thriller & Michelsen-Tiafoe Hug
The Women's Semis are set, and BG & Ajla trade sides to gameplan Sabalenka-Pegula and Rybakina-Coco. But first, they relive a night of tennis that didn't wrap until 3:33am with Shelton outlasting Alcaraz in a thriller and the emotional Tiafoe-Michelsen hug that had everyone talking. BG shares his most memorable five-set battles as both player and coach, and Ajla revisits her own marathon against S
US OPEN DAY 10 || Sabalenka Surges Into Semis || Who Is Botic van de Zandschulp?
BG and Ajla open Day 10 with a coin toss and a flashback: 25 years ago, BG coached Andre Agassi through a gutting four-tiebreak-set loss to Pete Sampras in the US Open quarterfinals. From there it's straight to the action as Aryna Sabalenka storms into the semis over Noskova. BG spotlights Botic van de Zandschulp. Ajla previews Wednesday's slate with Rybakina vs. Zheng & Coco vs. Andreeva on the h
US OPEN DAY 9 || Zheng Stuns Swiatek || Six Americans Reach QFs
It’s day nine at the US Open, and the underdogs keep rolling. BG & Ajla break down Qinwen Zheng’s stunning comeback against Iga Swiatek after going down 0-5, plus Mirra Andreeva’s emotional win over friend Anastasia Potapova. Overall, six Americans reach the quarterfinals. Plus, Alex Michelsen and Emma Navarro’s big runs, and a look ahead to Tuesday’s quarterfinals.🎾 Zheng Stuns Swiatek — Down 0-5
US OPEN DAY 8 || Who Wore It Better, BG or Alcaraz? ‖ Sabalenka, Noskova & More From The US Open
It’s Day 8 at the US Open, and BG has a new look — rocking Carlos Alcaraz’s jersey. BG & Ajla break down the biggest matches from Saturday night and recap a loaded Sunday slate, including Sabalenka vs. Townsend, Noskova vs. Kostyuk, and Paul vs. Alcaraz. Plus, how much prize money do players actually get to keep?
🎾 Who Wore It Better? — BG rocks Carlos Alcaraz’s kit🎾 BG + Ajla’s Bet — Jovic
US OPEN DAY 7 II Stunning Losses For Americans Keys & Fritz ‖ Previews - Tiafoe vs. Medvedev, Sabalenka vs. Townsend, Kostyuk vs. Noskova
US Open Day 7 hits the midway point, "hump day" as BG calls it, and BG & Ajla break down what happened with Madison Keys and Taylor Fritz. Then we deep dive into Round 4, analyzing Tiafoe vs. Medvedev, Sabalenka vs. Townsend, Kostyuk vs. Noskova and more.
🎾 Keys Falls to Qinwen Zheng
🎾Fritz Falls to Cerundolo🎾 Will BG Coach Again? — The debate reignites
🎾 BG explains the econo
US OPEN DAY 6 ‖ Alcaraz Adds Undershirt ‖ Sabalenka ‘Smokes’ Opponent
Tennis legend Jim Courier has dubbed BG & Ajla the “odd couple,” and on Day 6 they lean all the way in. BG’s been making the rounds with tennis content creators, and Ajla unveils her power rankings before the two dig into Alcaraz’s, anti-nipple shirt and big win. Plus Sabalenka’s blowout and Taylor Townsend joins for a chat!
🎾 The Odd Couple — Jim Courier’s Verdict on BG & Ajla
🎾 BG Learns Diffe
US OPEN DAY 5 || Alcaraz Drops ‘Load Management’ Bombshell || Sabalenka Squashes Partying Question
BG and Ajla are back at the BJK National Tennis Center for US Open Day 5. Carlos Alcaraz cruised into the third round, then used his presser to hint at extended breaks during the season, sparking a load management debate. Match of the day: Madison Keys survived five match points in a wild comeback over Anna Bondar. Ajla sets the record straight after a reporter needled Aryna Sabalenka about her pa
US OPEN DAY 4 ‖ Zverev Survives ‖ Nakashima & Jodar Stunned || A Chat With Lleyton Hewitt
BG and Ajla go ‘off-campus’ to the set of Racquet Magazine at South Street Seaport for Day Four. Conversations range from Brandon Nakashima's upset loss to Alex Michelsen, the benefits of pickle-juice, influencers interrupting play and a great fanmail question on today's players versus the pre-coaching era. Plus BG sits down with two-time Grand Slam champion, former world No. 1, and Hall of Famer,
US OPEN DAY 3 || Tiafoe 5-Set Thriller Recap || Happy 40th, Gael Monfils || Preview of Alcaraz, Anisimova & Shelton-Day Four
BG and Ajla pour a couple of Honeydeuces to kick things off, toasting Gael Monfils on his 40th birthday and retirement, and raising another to Stan Wawrinka as he closes out his career. Then it's on to recapping Frances Tiafoe's epic five-set win over Martin Damm Jr. BG and Ajla also run through the day's results and preview a big day four with Shelton, Anisimova and Alcaraz on the schedule.
US OPEN DAY 2 || Novak’s Stunning Round One Exit || Is The End Near? || Alcaraz Returns With A Bang || Preview Of Day Three- Coco, Rybakina, Fritz In Action
BG and Ajla reunite for Day Two of The Big T's US Open coverage, and the headline is impossible to avoid — Novak Djokovic's stunning, emotional first-round exit, with both hosts weighing in on whether the end is finally near. They flip the mood to celebrate a big return, breaking down how Carlos Alcaraz looked in his comeback. A new kit, new shoes, new hair, and a statement win after four months o
US OPEN DAY 1 || Can Tiafoe or Fritz End The 23-Year Majors Drought For American Men? || Coco, Pegula, Rybakina Poised For US Open Run
BG welcomes Co-Host and WTA star, Ajla Tomljanovic to THE BIG T as we kick off Day One coverage of the US Open, diving straight into the tournament's biggest storylines. Will Carlos Alcaraz's and his new long hair be able to win it all after a four-month layoff? The two also dig into a wide-open women's field before capping things off with their tournament predictions.
🎾 Welcome Ajla Tomljanovic
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Hall of Fame Special || Guests: Roger Federer, Lindsey Vonn, John McEnroe, Stefan Edberg
THE BIG T goes live and super-sized from the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, as Brad Gilbert and Prakash Amritraj celebrate the enshrinement of tennis icon Roger Federer. The duo breaks down Fed's illustrious career and welcomes a star-studded lineup of guests:
John McEnroe shares his memories of Federer's rise, Lindsey Vonn talks cross-sport GOAT respect, and Stefan E
Roger Federer Stories w/Former Coach Paul Annacone || Hall Of Fame Preview
HOST: Brad Gilbert || GUEST: Paul Annacone
It's officially Federer Tribute Week on The Big T!
With Roger Federer set for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame this weekend in Newport, BG welcomes Federer's former coach Paul Annacone, who also coached Pete Sampras and now guides Taylor Fritz, for a trip down memory lane. Annacone opens up on how their partnership began, the geniu
Coco Captures Cincy Crown & Joins the Pod || Fils Wins First Masters 1000 || Alcaraz In, Sinner Out Of USO
After a wild championship Sunday in Cincinnati, Petko and Petchey link up with Prakash Amritraj to break it all down. Arthur Fils topples Frances Tiafoe for his first Masters title. Coco Gauff rolls past Jessica Pegula for her second Cincinnati crown and joins the show straight off the court, trophy in hand, to talk title and her two new Tennis Channel short films.
Plus: Alcaraz is in, Sinner is
Anisimova’s Mystery Drink || Guest: Lorenzo Musetti || Superstars or Phenoms: What Do Fans Prefer?
Petko & Eubanks are soaking up every bit of that crowd energy with a live audience at the Cincinnati Open! First up: Amanda Anisimova's beer vs. Red Bull drama. German-born Petko is rooting hard for beer, but Chris confirms it was Red Bull all along, either way, a full beverage bonanza for fans. From there the duo celebrates Serena and Venus reuniting for doubles and welcomes Lorenzo Musetti to ta
DROP SHOT - Iga Dominates In Toronto || Shelton’s Montreal Masterclass
THE BIG T makes podcast history with its first-ever on-site, multi-city recording, covering both National Bank Open finals in one episode. Petko & Petchey call Iga Swiatek's title run in Toronto before handing off to Jim Courier and Jason Goodall, who break down Ben Shelton's win over Brandon Nakashima in Montreal, the first all-American ATP Masters 1000 final since Andy Roddick beat Mardy Fish at
DROP SHOT: No ‘Sinn-cinnati’ - Jannik Sinner Injury Update || Can Shelton, Fils, Jodar or Tien Seize The Opportunity?
World #1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open with a right knee injury and Petko & Petchey jump on the mic to analyze the ripple effects. Petko loves the competitive chaos and Petchey appreciate how it opens the door for youngsters such as Shelton, Fils, Jodar and others.
🎾 Sinner to Miss Cincinnati
🎾 Alcaraz Out As Well
🎾 Hot Take Petchey: "Eliminate Seeds at To
Eala Wins 1st WTA Title - Can She Win A Slam? || July Power Rankings Revealed || Serena & Venus Team Up For Cincy
Team ‘PETCHKO’ is working overtime, announcing matches and recording THE BIG T from their booth in Toronto. The duo breaks down Alexandra Eala's epic surge to her first WTA title in D.C. and the 'Fan'-Demonium that comes with it.
Plus, Serena and Venus are teaming up for doubles in Cincinnati, Carlos Alcaraz's new braids have the internet buzzing again and we reveal our combined ATP/WTA Power Rank
Bonus Content: BG's Tennis Tips || Serving Smarter
Brad Gilbert is back and he wants to improve your serve.
The former coach of Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick will help you connect the score of your match to how you approach your serve.
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Why Sinner & Djokovic Skipped Montreal || US Open Mixed Doubles Draws Big Stars || Hailey Baptiste Talks Recovery, Tiafoe & Beating Sabalenka
Petko & Petchey are reunited — and it feels so good!
The duo breaks down why Sinner and Djokovic pulling out of the National Bank Open is the norm, not the exception, plus - who entered the US Open mixed doubles and how is Czechia dominating the WTA?
Nick Monroe goes 1-on-1 with Hailey Baptiste on her road back from ACL surgery.
🎾 Stars Snub Montreal
🎾 US Open Mixed Doubles = Big Stars
🎾 Cz
Splitsville: Player-Coach Breakups || Rivalry vs. Parity || Guest: Brad Stine (Tommy Paul’s Coach)
BG, Nick Monroe, and Chiz are re-united at TC studios. The trio breaks down tennis' coaching carousel spinning out of control with multiple players making big changes. Tommy Paul's coach, Brad Stine joins us for a rare look inside the player-coach relationship. We dive into the big debate over what actually makes the sport better (parity or rivalry?) and our Buy/Sell/Hold segment heading into the
Are Sinner & Alcaraz Top-10 All-time? || Doubles in Danger: Wimbledon Champ Henry Patten Speaks Out || Jordan Lee, Wimbledon Boys' Champion Joins
No Wimbledon ‘Hangover’ on THE BIG T as BG and Nick deliver big with a jam packed episode.
Jannik Sinner defends his Wimbledon Crown for his 5th Major, sparking our weekly hot take:
Are Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz already top-10 players of all time?
Plus - Two, Wimbledon Champs join us for this episode:
1- Henry Patten: 2026 Doubles Champion joins to talk about the proposed cut
Sinner Defends Wimbledon Title, Wins 5th Major || Noskova Wins For Mom || Special Guest: Comedian Matt Friend
Prakash Amritraj checks in from the set at Wimbledon to join ‘BG’ at Tennis Channel HQ for a special, Wimbledon Championship Edition of The Big T.
Jannik Sinner backs up last year's crown with a second straight Wimbledon title and his 5th Major while Linda Noskova claims her maiden Grand Slam in an emotional, tears-for-mom finish.
Plus, a visit from the ‘man of many voices,’ Ma
WIMBLEDON DROP SHOT: Semifinals Are Set! Sinner vs. Djokovic || Zverev vs. Fery || Coco vs. Muchova || Kostyuk vs. Noskova
BG from HQ and Nick Monroe (from the All England Club) blitz through both Semifinals with full analysis and the key stats and nuggets you need to know.
🎾 SINNER vs. DJOKOVIC — The heavyweight battle tennis fans wanted. BG and Nick break down the semifinal showdown on Centre Court. BG recalls Novak’s Australian Open tactics vs the World #1.
🎾 ZVEREV vs. FERY — Fery, who grew up a stone's th
Wimbledon Edition: Osaka Stuns Sabalenka || Djokovic Into QF || Special Guest: Martina Navratilova
Week 1 at Wimbledon just delivered one of its biggest shocks yet as Naomi Osaka stuns world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 7-6(2) to reach her first-ever Wimbledon quarterfinal. Novak Djokovic is one step closer to SLAM #25 with a record 106th Wimbledon win. Plus a legendary guest joins us: Martina Navratilova.
Brad Gilbert is at Big T HQ with Prakash Amritraj perched on the Wimbledon rooftop to brea
Bonus Content: BG's Tennis Tips - Serve & Volley
Attention Tennis Fans: Brad Gilbert has coached the likes of Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, Andy Murray, Coco Gauff and now he will coach you in 5-min or less before your next match or hitting session.
In this episode of BG's Tennis Tips, Gilbert will give you few quick pointers on how to Serve & Volley in your next match or practice. He will break it down in simple steps.
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Wimbledon Drop Shot: Dissecting Serena's Wimby Loss || Shelton Shocker || Sinner 's Bloody Shoe
Welcome to The Big T: Wimbledon Drop Shot Edition, where BG and Nick Monroe whip around the courts to get you caught up on everything in 15 minutes, (give or take).
No burying the lede today — Serena Williams took Centre Court at Wimbledon for the first time in four years, and the guys break down exactly how it went. Nick reveals some insight he got before the match from Serena’s coach, plus a f
Serena's Draw || Novak, Sinner, Sabalenka Analysis & More! || Fritz vs Draper 1st Round Matchup
HOSTS: Brad Gilbert, Petko, and Special Guest Prakash Amritraj
Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, and Special Guest, Prakash Amritraj dissect both Wimbledon singles draws from top to bottom. On the women's side, Serena Williams' path gets the full breakdown — starting with her first-round match against Maya Joint — while the crew sizes up Sabalenka, Rybakina, and a loaded field that includes a
WIMBY SINGLES FOR SERENA || HOLGER RUNE JOINS US || VONDROUSOVA BAN || MID-YEAR AWARDS
Hosts: Brad Gilbert, Danielle Collins, Nick Monroe.
Brad Gilbert, Danielle Collins, and Nick Monroe are back with a jam-packed episode full of drama, scandal and intrigue. Serena Williams makes it official, accepting a singles wild card at Wimbledon and the crew breaks down just how deep a run she can make. In breaking news, Markéta Vondroušová's shocking four-year ban rocks the tour with
Summer of Serena Continues || Danielle Collins Joins Us || Are Tennis Players Too Friendly With Each Other?
Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe welcome Danielle Collins back to THE BIG T as the grass season is in full swing.
BG has strong feelings about how players misstep on their the clay-to-grass footwork and he's not holding back. On the WTA side, Serena takes her doubles run to Berlin, Raducanu regains top form with her new (old) coach to reach the HSBC Final in Queens and Nick catches up with Robin Montg
Serena Wins In Comeback! || Full Analysis || Special Guest: Patrick Mouratoglou
She's back. Serena Williams made her long-awaited return to competitive tennis at the HSBC Championships in London, winning her opening-round doubles match alongside partner Victoria Mboko in straight sets — and Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe are here to break down every moment. BG returns from Paris fresh off 15 episodes of Roland Garros coverage, and the show wastes no time diving into the story e
THE BIG T AT RG: MEN'S FINAL - Alexander The Great: Zverev Captures 1st Major + Special Guest Andre Agassi
In an epic five-set thriller, Alexander Zverev shed the title of greatest player to never win a Grand Slam, beating the defiant Flavio Cobolli to capture his first major and cement his place among tennis's all-time greats. Brad Gilbert and Andrea Petkovic are joined by Prakash Amritraj to dissect the match and to debate what this title means for Sascha's legacy and his Hall of Fame case.
Then,
THE BIG T AT ROLAND GARROS - Women's Final Edition | Mirra Magic: Andreeva Wins RG Title And Maiden Slam
The 2025 Roland Garros women's singles champion has been crowned. Brad Gilbert and Andrea Petkovic are joined by tennis legend Lindsay Davenport and special-guest/super-host Prakash Amritraj for full coverage of a historic day at Roland Garros.
Lindsay Davenport breaks down Mirra Andreeva's maiden Grand Slam title, won in straight sets over Maya Chwalinska to end the Pole's improbable Cinderella
Day 13 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - RG Finals Are Set... Andreeva vs. Chwalinska & Zverev vs. Cobolli - Who Will Win It All?
Brad Gilbert and Petko are back for Day 13 as Paris delivers a day nobody saw coming. The headline: Matteo Arnaldi retires before his semifinal, handing Flavio Cobolli a walkover into his first Grand Slam final — only the second man in the Open Era to get there that way, joining Nick Kyrgios at Wimbledon 2022. BG and Petko break down Sunday's men's final, where Zverev enters with a 3-1 head-to-hea
DAY 12 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Andreeva Advances to 1st RG Final, Chwalinska looking to complete ‘Chwa-nderella’ story + Preview Of Zverev vs. Mensik & Cobolli vs Arnaldi
Brad Gilbert and Andrea Petkovic are perched above Court Philippe-Chatrier for Day 12 of the Roland Garros Drop Shot Edition, and the women's draw has delivered one of the most unlikely finals in recent memory. BG and Petko break down Mirra Andreeva's clinical win over Kostyuk to reach her first Grand Slam final — and what her clay-court dominance this season says about her ceiling. Then we unpack
Day 11 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Sabalenka Implodes, Shnaider Stuns, & The Semis Are Set
In a tournament that has delivered stunning upset after stunning upset, Diana Shnaider took down world number one Aryna Sabalenka — and the meltdown that followed became the story of Day 11. BG and Petko break down every moment of the chaos and ask the big question: was this a Shnaider masterclass, a Sabalenka collapse, or both?
On the men's side, Flavio Cobolli kept Italy's Roland Garros takeover
DAY 10 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Serena Is Back! Tiafoe's Tough Exit, Kostyuk Reaches Semis, Italians Conquer RG-Minus Sinner
WELCOME TO THE BIG T @ Roland Garros | Drop Shot Edition | Day 10
🎾 SERENA IS BACK — after nearly four years away, the G.O.A.T. announced her comeback via a Nike drop, heading to Queen's Club for doubles alongside Canadian teen Victoria Mboko. The tennis world awaits.
🎾 TOUGH LOSS FOR TIAFOE — Frances falls to Matteo Arnaldi in five sets, 7-6(5), 6-7(5), 3-6, 7-6(3), 6-4. Arnaldi reaches his fir
DAY 9 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Fonseca-Mania Rolls On, ELC Controversy, Cobolli & Kalinskaya Advance
🎾 Electronic Line Calling controversy takes center stage — did Ruud get Scruud?
🎾 Fonseca Mania is in full effect at Roland Garros
🎾 Svajda-Man made Cobolli work for it — the first set he dropped all tournament
🎾 The Italian Invasion is real — Berrettini and Cobolli flying the flag
🎾 Kalinskaya survives a nail-biter against Potapova
🎾 Keys vs. Schneider serves up a match worth the watch
🎾 To
THE BIG T At RG: DAY 8 - Kostyuk Shocks Iga, Jodar or Fonseca? Special Guest: Genie Bouchard
Middle Sunday at Roland Garros means one thing — BG and Petko take stock of a wild week one and set the stage for championship week.
Genie Bouchard stops by to talk about her TNT role covering RG, pickleball, and predictions, while the team fires off hot takes, drops the monthly, BIG T, mixed-power-rankings, and answers your fan mail.
🎾 Why did Sinner, Coco, and Iga all lose in week one?
🎾 Jo
Day 7 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Fonseca vs Djokovic Aftermath, Defending Champ Coco Stunned & 'Cinderella' Svajda!
🎙️ Hosted by Petko & BG |
Paris is electric — and not just for tennis. With PSG vs. Arsenal in the Champions League Final taking over the city, Petko and BG bring the energy for a massive Day Seven at Roland Garros. BG is fully embracing the Paris vibes — French beret and all.
🎾 Fonseca-mania is in full swing — the aftermath of his clash with Djokovic has everyone talking.
🎾 UPSET ALERT: Defend
Day 6 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Iga Dominates, Rafa Releases New Doc, Sinner Aftermath...
BG shows up in full Parisian mode — scarf and baguette, ready to break down every moment one day after one of the most eventful days in recent tennis history.
Petko and BG reset after yesterday's chaos (Sinner's upset, Serena news, drama everywhere) and look ahead to what's coming on Day Seven.
🎾 Today's topics:
The Rafa Nadal Netflix documentary is here — and the footage of the foot injur
Roland Garros Day 5: Sinner Stunned, Serena is Back! Kouame, Tien & Jovic keep Rolling
Hold onto your rackets — Day Five at Roland Garros just blew the tournament wide open. Jannik Sinner, the world No. 1, is stunned by Juan Manuel Cerundolo in one of the most jaw-dropping collapses you'll ever see. Up 6-3, 6-2, 5-1 — and then gone, losing 18 of the last 20 games. The draw is shattered. The field is wide open. And Petko and Brad Gilbert are live in the booth to make sense of it all.
Day 4 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Baptiste Heartbreak, Djokovic Scare & The Legend of '89 Is Back at Roland Garros
Day Four at Roland Garros brings the heat — and the upsets. BG sits down with tennis legend Michael Chang for a deep, wide-ranging conversation recorded right here at the venue where history was made 37 years ago. Then BG and Petko reunite in the booth to break down the day's biggest moments and set the table for what's coming tomorrow.
Iga Swiatek survives. Novak grinds through. And in the day's
THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION — Medvedev Shocker, Jovic wins big + Novak preps for 2nd round
Day Three at Roland Garros delivered the goods — and Petko and Brad Gilbert had a birds-eye view.
Medvedev goes down in five to wildcard Adam Walton in one of the biggest shocks of the tournament, 17-year-old Moïse Kouamé stuns Cilic with a scorching display, and it's last dance territory as both Monfils and Wawrinka face the curtain at Roland Garros.
Plus, Jovic beats Eala, Navarro advances,
THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION — The Heat Is On!
Paris is turning up the heat, and the first two days at Roland Garros didn't disappoint. Petko and Brad Gilbert are back in the booth breaking down everything you need to know.
Novak Djokovic survives a first-set scare against ‘SERVE-BOT,’ G.M. Perricard.
There's a ‘New Rafa’ in town as Jodar scorches past Kovacevic in what could be a favorable draw for the Spaniard and the heat is already bec
DROP SHOT: The Big T At RG - Special Guest Darren Cahill
We are LIVE from Paris. The clay is red, the stakes are historic, and The Big T is open for business.
Brad Gilbert kicks off Roland Garros 2026 with the perfect guest — his close friend of over 40 years, the legendary Darren Cahill, coach of World No. 1 Jannik Sinner.
Two old friends. Forty years of receipts. Everything you need to know about the most important two weeks in tennis.
Both grinded
RG PREVIEW: The Paris Prophecy – Can Coco Repeat, Is Sinner a Lock, Djokovic Eyes #25
The draws are out, the stakes are high, and the debates are HEATED!
Brad Gilbert, fresh off of his clay court, spoof of Carlos Alcaraz's recent magazine cover, joins Chiz, and Nick at Tennis Channel Studios with your ultimate Roland Garros preview.
Is Sinner already booking his victory speech? Can Coco defend her crown on the Parisian clay? And is this finally the year Novak Djokovic chases down
DROP SHOT: Svitolina Soars & Sinner Unstoppable In Rome + Dino Prizmic Talks the Novak Upset
What a weekend in Rome! Elina Svitolina — last week's special guest on The Big T — backed up her appearance in style, taking down American phenom Coco Gauff in a thrilling three-set battle to claim her 3rd Italian Open title and first in eight years. Then, just 24 hours later, hometown hero Jannik Sinner delivered a masterclass, defeating the resurgent Casper Ruud to win his sixth consecutive Mast
'Eternal City' Stunners - Djoker & Sabalenka lose, Roger vs. Rafa GOAT Flashback & Super-Mom Svitolina Stops By
Petko and Petchey are joined for the first time by Notorious "P," Prakash "Worldwide" Amritraj in Rome and they are NOT wasting a single second. Our trio kicks things off with one of the greatest what-were-you-doing-that-day moments in tennis history between Roger and Rafa. They dissect the clay court chaos and upsets ahead of Roland Garros and shed a bright spotlight on the Grand Slam prize money
When In Rome! Sinner Unstoppable, Novak Is Back and Special Guest Lorenzo Musetti
🎂 Big T birthday szn — Carlos Alcaraz turns 23 and Aryna Sabalenka turns 28. Celebratory vibes from the jump.
🇮🇹 Mark Petchey and Coco Vandeweghe are ON LOCATION at the Italian Open in Rome — in the heart of the action, hobnobbing with the best in the game.
🐐 Jannik Sinner just won Madrid. Should we hand him every trophy now and call it a clay season? The debate is real.
👑 Novak Djokovi
DROP SHOT: Sinner Sets Record & Kostyuk Masters Madrid
🎾 "Sin-Sational" — Jannik Sinner dominates Alexander Zverev in just 58 minutes in Madrid, claiming a record-setting fifth Masters 1000 title
🎾 Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe break down Sinner's masterful performance and historic achievement
🎾 Monroe revisits BG's jaw-dropping "Nostradamus-like" prediction from January — that Sinner would lose only five matches in 2026, putting him in elite company
The 'Next' Rafa + Special Guests: Feliciano Lopez & 'TENNISNERD' Jonas Eriksson
THE BIG T | Episode 18 — Presented by ServiceNow
Petch and Petko are back and they are NOT wasting any time.
Episode 18 opens with breaking news that Jannik Sinner does not need a dating app — Petch has thoughts, opinions and a sarcastic take that sets the tone perfectly for everything that follows.
The big story out of Madrid — Carlos Alcaraz is OUT of Rome AND Roland Garros. We're talking ab
DROP SHOT: Alcaraz Alert: Former World #1 To Miss Rome and Roland Garros
Tennis just got a major shake-up.In today’s Big T-Drop Shot, episode, we break down the shocking injury news surrounding Carlos Alcaraz, as the young superstar is set to miss both Rome and Roland Garros. What does this mean for the clay season—and the race for Grand Slam glory?Hosts Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey dive deep into the ripple effects across the tennis world. With Alcaraz sidelined, the
Alcaraz Injury Update, Biggest Forehands on ATP Tour + Special Guest Marcos Baghdatis
The Big T brings the heat this week with bold takes, big questions, and a legend added to the mix. Brad Gilbert and Coco Vandeweghe dive straight into the biggest story in tennis — the status of Carlos Alcaraz. With concerns around his wrist and forearm, could Roland Garros already be in jeopardy for the former World #1?
With opportunity opening up, the conversation turns to Munich Open Champ Ben
DROP SHOT: Madrid Mutiny: Alcaraz & Djokovic Out — Who Seizes the Moment?
Shockwaves hit the clay as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic withdraw from the Madrid Open, leaving one of the biggest stops on tour suddenly wide open. On this Drop Shot Edition of The Big T, Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe break down what these high-profile absences really mean—from the physical toll of the clay season to the strategic and financial ripple effects behind the scenes.
With the top s
THE BIG T: Sinner Grabs the Spotlight From Alcaraz + Stand-Up Comedy Star and Tennis Fan, Matt Rife
The buzz from Jannik Sinner's masterful Monte Carlo performance is still being felt around the tennis world as Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe dig into his fourth consecutive Masters 1000 win, reclaiming the World #1 ranking and grabbing a firm hold of the SINCARAZ rivalry. How will Carlos Alcaraz respond as the clay season progresses?
Plus, recent co-host Chris Eubanks catches up with actor and
DROP SHOT: Jannik Sinner Reigns Supreme In Monaco!
Jannik Sinner wins his 27th title and regains the World #1 ranking, beating rival Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to capture the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe and special guest, Paul Annacone recap this chapter of the SINCARAZ rivalry.
Annacone, who coached both Roger Federer and Pete Sampras gets nostalgic with Gilbert, who coached Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick. Both lo
Iga Turns To Roig & Rafa, Jodar Wins His 1st ATP Title + Analytics Guru Craig O'Shannessy Reveals Winning Patterns
In this episode of THE BIG T, Brad Gilbert welcomes Nick Monroe to the podcast as they slide onto the red clay of Monte Carlo and recap the movers and shakers from Houston, Charleston and Marrakech.
From Tommy Paul's fighting spirit and Jess Pegula's back to back dominance to a Rocky Balboa-esque feel-good story, this episode covers it all.
Gilbert and Monroe examine Iga Swiatek's mission in Mal
It's Clay Time with Special Guest Jessica Pegula + THE BIG T Awards at the Quarter Mark
This week it’s CLAY TIME on the BIG T Podcast. Andrea Petkovic is joined by Charleston’s own Alison Riske-Amritraj as they discuss the annual transition from the hard courts to the clay. The hosts talk about their own struggles - and successes - on the ‘dirt’ and which players benefit most on both the European red clay and the less common ‘green’ version played in the USA.
Special guest Jessic
Alcaraz Stunner, Iga Coaching Change + Special Guest: Iva Jovic
We kickoff this episode of THE BIG T with Andrea Petkovic and Mark Petchey taste testing the $100 Golden Glizzy Caviar Hotdog in Miami where Week Two of tennis action serves up stunning upsets and incredible matchups.
Iga Swiatek parts ways with coaching guru Wim Fissette and Petchey and Petko analyze who could be next for the former World Cup #1. Could THE BIG T’s own Brad Gilbert get a call
Welcome To Miami + Sabalenka's High Performance Coach Jason Stacy
The Big T ventures east from Indian Wells to Miami for the second leg of the 'Sunshine Double' as hosts Andrea Petkovic and Mark Petchey are on location to check the temperature on all the breaking news and developments in the tennis world. Can Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka complete the tough task of winning back to back 1000's or will it be Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina's turn in the Magi
Special Guest: Jannik Sinner, Men's Champion + Sabalenka Reigns Supreme in the Desert
Men's Champion, Jannik Sinner joins THE BIG T Podcast, Live from the BNP PARIBAS OPEN as hosts Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe and Mark Petchey recap an epic Championship Sunday from Indian Wells.
Plus we look ahead to the Miami Open to see if Sabalenka and Sinner can complete the 'Sunshine Double' or if Rybakina, Mensik and Alcaraz can take the crown.
For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s
DROP SHOT: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Showdown v. Sinner + Sabalenka & Rybakina duel in the Desert
The Championship Showdowns in the desert are set!
In this DROP SHOT edition of THE BIG T Brad Gilbert and Coco Vandeweghe dissect and analyze the Women's Final between Sabalenka and Rybakina and the Men's Final between Sinner and Medvedev.
For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s Youtube page https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel or the Tennis Channel App for all episodes and bonus scen
DROP SHOT: Are Alcaraz and Sinner Destined For A Championship Slugfest In The Desert?
Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey unite for a rapid fire, ‘Drop Shot’ edition of the Big T, live at the BNP Paribas Open.
The coaching tandem analyzes the upcoming hard-hitting final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina, a rematch of the Australian Open Women’s Final.
Plus, BG and Petch reveal how they would coach Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev respectively in their upcoming Semi-Finals
THE BIG T: Drop Shot Edition
This DROPSHOT version of THE BIG T breaks down an epic day of tennis featuring 8 QF's matchups with the likes of Sinner, Alcaraz, Zverev and Sabalenka advancing. We also dissect Elina Svitolina's upset of Iga Swiatek. Hosts Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey break down the key moments and preview the Women's Semi-Finals from a coaches perspective.
For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s Youtub
Live from The BNP PARIBAS OPEN with Special Guest Joao Fonseca and Guest Host Chris Eubanks
Hosts Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe and guest-host Chris Eubanks go live from the Paradise Pavilion at the BNP Paribas Open to recap the biggest stories from week one and look ahead to how week two is shaping up.Special guest Joao Fonseca stops by to talk about his early round success and the excitement of Brazilian fans following him worldwide. Fonseca also provides a scouting report on the Brazi
From The Heart Of Tennis Paradise With Guests Bianca Andreescu & Seb Korda, Plus Predictions, Picks And Sleepers
The BIG T is in the heart of Tennis Paradise this week as
Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe and Mark Petchey provide a first look at the main draws.
Can Jack Draper and Mirra Andreeva repeat or will Alcaraz, Sinner, Sabalenka or Iga reign supreme in the desert? Gilbert also weighs in on which American has the best chance of winning it all while Petch and Coco offer their predictions and analysis of
Tennis Hall of Fame President Patrick McEnroe Talks Federer's 2026 Induction + Where Alcaraz vs. Sinner Stacks Up Among The Greatest Tennis Rivalries
On this episode, US Tennis legend and International Tennis Hall Of Fame President Patrick McEnroe joins THE BIG T to dissect the current state of US Tennis and look ahead to Roger Federer's Hall Of Fame Induction this coming summer.
McEnroe, Brad Gilbert and guest Co-Host, Alison Riske Amritraj also discuss the impact of tennis rivalries throughout history with Borg vs. McEnroe, Chrissy vs. Ma
Shelton and Muchova Dominate + Mboko's vs. Coco's Ceiling
On this episode of THE BIG T, Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic and Coco Vandeweghe unite to recap a busy week of WTA and ATP action from Doha, Dallas and Rotterdam and look ahead to Delray and Dubai. BG, Petko and Coco V lean into Karolina Muchova as tennis' biggest 'WHAT IF' talent with coaching insight on how her opponents have beaten her in the past. Our trio explores Ben Shelton vs Taylor Fritz a
Serena Williams Comeback + The Tsonga vs. Mouratoglou Rivalry Heats Up
On this episode, hosts Andrea Petkovic and Mark Petchey brace themselves for a potential Serena Williams comeback which could happen as early as Feb 22.
Petchey and Petko also dig deep into the heated rivalry between tennis legend, Jo-Wilfred Tsonga and Patrick Mouratoglou, who have a difference of opinion on the best players of today vs. the top players 10-20 years ago.
Plus, 'Petch and Petko'
Alcaraz and Rybakina Reign Supreme + Guest Host Danielle Collins
In this episode, Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe and Daniel Collins join forces to recap the epic SF’s and Finals of the Australian Open. Coco, who was live and court-side for the Women’s Final, dissects the hard hitting Rybakina vs. Sabalenka match where no ball was left unharmed.Gilbert and the Girl-Gang duo also dig into the epic Men’s Semi-Finals where both Alcaraz and Djokovic narrowly prevaile
Live from the Australian Open: Dissecting Learner Tien and Iva Jovic + Special Guest Angie Kerber
In this episode of THE BIG T, Andrea Petkovic and Mark Petchey gather in the sweltering temperatures of Melbourne where top seeds Sabalenka, Alcaraz and Sinner continue to bring the heat and the next generation of stars have emerged.Petch and Petko dissect phenoms Learner Tien and Iva Jovic, the two breakout stars of AO. Tien’s tennis IQ and mindset are at the forefront of this conversation while
THE BIG T: Live from AO, Djokovic in GOAT form, Alcaraz copies his serve and special guest Jordan Smith, Million-Dollar, 1 Point Slam Winner
In this episode, hosts Mark Petchey and Andrea Petkovic gather in the heart of the Australian Open which has become tennis’ version of Disneyland for fans, players and the entire industry.
'Petch' and 'Petko' have been calling matches down-under and describe their awe of Novak Djokovic’s current form with unprecedented ball striking from his first round match. Our hosts will not be shocked if th
THE BIG T: Episode Two with Special Guest Danielle Collins
On this episode of THE BIG T, WTA star Danielle 'DANIMAL' Collins joins hosts Brad Gilbert and Coco Vandeweghe to predict the winners and sleepers for the upcoming Australian Open , AKA' The Happy Slam.'
Collins and Vandeweghe also reveal some of their biggest pet peeves on and off the court plus, does Brad have what it takes to coach Danielle? Would he survive the experience?
This episode i
Inside The Alcaraz/Ferrero Split + Who Will Juan Carlos Coach Next?
On this premiere episode on THE BIG T, hosts Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic and Mark Petchey dive right into the biggest topic in tennis today which is the split between World #1 Carlos Alcaraz and longtime coach Carlos Ferrero.
Gilbert, who has coached World #1’s Andrea Agassi and Andy Roddick, speaks from experience and reveals the complexity of coaching contracts in tennis while Petchey, former
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