Episodes
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
The Almost Season Finale
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
When it comes to tennis, 2020 in many ways is now 'a wrap'.
With Toronto on lockdown for at least 28 days, the guys recount their last ditch efforts to get some tennis in, including the first and likely last practice of 'Lemona Haleps', their team (hopefully) for Winter Tennis.
The Nitto ATP World Tour Finals capped off a unique 2020 season and its final year at the O2 in London with the 'Real Deal Daniil' (Medvedev) going 5-0 and beating seeds one through three to raise his most prestigious title to date. Have we finally reached the crossroads of the Big Three, or does this next generation still need to 'Level Up'?
Finally, Aldwin and Jason capture some of their favourite highlights from the 'unprecedented' year that was 2020, including the incredible moments of the first season of the Ready Play Tennis Podcast. It's the 'Almost Season Finale' because there's one more episode to go... perhaps it's their #1 moment!
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Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
When Vika Slides Into Your DMs
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Enough said really, as the guys recount the morning when Vika did just that, letting them know she was ready to be interviewed... later that evening! After weeks of engagement with Vika on IG, how did they respond, and how did they prepare for their much sought-after interview?
Jason relives the magic that was Vasek's dream week at the final ATP250 of the season, including his experience 'watching' his final against Sinner. Will Jason's love of Vasek finally confirm that 'Anything is Pospisil'?... like him coming on the pod? In related news, the guys highlight how skier turned Next Get superstar Sinner is truly the real deal!
The guys cover the end of the WTA season and the kick off to the Nitto ATP World Tour Finals, which will end its 12 year run in front of no fans in London. After this unusual 2020 season, who's got the goods to hold the trophy?
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Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Olga Speaks Out
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Clouds of controversy continue to hang over Alexander Zverev's head despite his recent on-court successes. Not even his recent finals appearance at the Paris Masters event in Bercy (big congrats to Danili Medvedev for taking the title!) could detract from the detailed allegations of physical and emotional abuse that his ex-girlfriend Olga Sharipova opened up about that week.
Jay and Aldwin tackle this difficult story with care as they share some of the startling details that Olga recently shared with Racquet Magazine and address some of the feedback given about this breaking story from a few devoted listeners.
The two end the podcast with on an optimistic note as they briefly discuss the tennis world's reaction to the US Presidential election.
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Level Up & Execute
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
Wednesday Nov 04, 2020
This week is all about execution as Jason and Aldwin analyze each other's game. Aldwin's much-improved one-handed forehand has extended to other areas of his game, tipping the scale of exhibition match victories against Jason into his favour. While Aldwin shares some kind words on Jason's game, he also reveals some of his positive self talk strategies on court.
Speaking of 'Level Up & Execute', the relentless, ruthless, Ruby-red Russian Andrey Rublev has been doing just that. After securing his 3rd ATP 500 title in a row in Vienna, his final and title of 2020, and 39th match victory (tied with None) can anyone stop the progress of this emerging star?
The guys also cover Simona Halep's COVID-19 diagnosis, and revelations (and allegations) from Alexander Zverev who will be a baby-daddy at age 23. They conclude by 'rounding the corner' (not like Donald's thoughts on COVID), reassessing, and diving deeper into their feelings on Nick Kyrgios after watching his funny, mild self-deprecating appearance on a new Aussie comedy/reality show, 'Reputation Rehab'.
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