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  • Future of American Tennis: Craig Tiley Interview and Pegula & Paul Clay Titles

    Future of American Tennis: Craig Tiley Interview and Pegula & Paul Clay Titles
    Apr 7 2026
    In this special episode of Served, Andy Roddick and crew are on the ground at the 2026 USTA Annual Meeting to sit down with the incoming CEO of the USTA, Craig Tiley, and President Brian Vahaly. Craig Tiley reveals the real reason he left Tennis Australia after 20 years to take "big swings" at the USTA. We dive deep into the current "crisis" facing college tennis, the impact of NIL on American scholarships, and the goal of building tennis participation in America. Plus, Andy shares a legendary story about Michael Chang and the power of sportsmanship. COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite part from the Craig Tiley interview? 📩 Sign up for the Newsletter here: https://servedmedia.substack.com/ Check out some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/ 📱If you're new to the Served with Andy Roddick, we're happy you're here! Follow us for more: https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast/ https://x.com/Served_Podcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast Theme music composed, produced, and mixed by Dan Whittemore. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwhit.wav/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 1:29 Welcome to Served 2:56 Racket Rundown: Jess Pegula Defends Charleston Title 4:26 Racket Rundown: 19-Year-Old Rafael Jodar Wins in Morocco 6:28 Racket Rundown: Tommy Paul’s Grit in Houston 7:47 Poll Results: The Next American Disruptor on Clay 9:03 Coaching Drama: Francisco Roig & Player-Coach Relationships 12:12 Andy Roddick interview Craig Tiley & Brian Vahaly 14:41 Why Craig Tiley Chose the USTA 18:50 Brian Vahaly on the Global CEO Search 23:06 Solving the Tennis Calendar & Off-Season Crisis 24:28 Is College Tennis in Crisis? NIL and Scholarships 27:54 The "35 by 35" Growth Strategy 31:32 Scaling Innovation from Australia to the USA 33:15 Q&A: Fostering a Love for Tennis in Kids 36:14 Q&A: Controlling the Controllable on Court 38:46 Q&A: Prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 41:08 Q&A: What is Craig Tiley excited about? 43:05 Q&A: Expanding Women in Leadership 45:11 Q&A: A New Path to US Open Wild Cards? 48:48 Q&A: Incentivizing Coaches to Grow the Game 50:30 Q&A: The Future of Innovation at the US Open 53:00 Andy’s Iconic Match vs. Michael Chang 55:24 Craig Asks Andy: The Power of Hitting Against the Wall 58:13 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Iga Swiatek's New Coach, Andy Murray's Shoe Game & More | 5 Setter

    Iga Swiatek's New Coach, Andy Murray's Shoe Game & More | 5 Setter
    Apr 3 2026
    5 SETTER: This Week in Racket Sports, where we bring you the top five headlines across tennis, padel, pickleball, and more. In this episode: 1. Iga Swiatek Announces New Coach 2. Andy Murray Gets Into The Shoe Game 3. Alcaraz's Coach Talks Mid-Match Mentality 4. 2026 Monte Carlo Withdrawals 5. Charleston Signals Possible Charlotte WTA Finals Success Watch the full Sammy Lopez Interview: https://www.eurosport.es/tenis/samuel-lopez-en-eurosport-sobre-la-derrota-de-alcaraz-en-miami-tiene-que-controlar-sus-impulsos_vid60066239/video.shtml Subscribe to the 5-Setter Newsletter: https://www.newsletter.servedpodcast.com/ Grab Some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/ #TennisNews #ATP #WTA #Alcataz #AndyMurray #IgaSwiatek #2026MonteCarlo #GrandSlamMoney #NovakDjokovic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • French Open Predictions & Why Clay Courts Aren’t All the Same | Q&Andy

    French Open Predictions & Why Clay Courts Aren’t All the Same | Q&Andy
    Apr 2 2026
    Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Andy Roddick dives into clay season as the ATP and WTA tours shift to the dirt, breaking down why tennis surfaces play so differently—from American green clay to Roland Garros red clay. He explains why American men have struggled on clay, what Ben Shelton must adjust to contend, and how players like Taylor Fritz should manage injuries during this stretch. The episode also features French Open predictions, tactical insights into clay-court tennis, and a chaotic new “Random Question” segment where Andy debates which ATP players he’d least want to fight. 📱 Stay up to date with Q&Andy! Follow us on our socials: https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast https://x.com/served_podcast ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy 1:01 Why are not all surfaces made the same? 2:41 The differences between regional clay surfaces 4:13 Does the rarity of clay courts hurt American players? 6:09 What aspects of Ben Shelton’s game translate to clay and grass? 7:22 Should Taylor Fritz skip clay to maintain health? 8:36 If Carlos, Jannik, and Novak are out of the picture, who is winning RG? 9:31 Who are the modern "Clay Court Specialists"? 10:44 Mental and physical preparation for the clay season 11:44 How to construct points differently on clay 12:55 Which ATP player would Andy least want to fight? 15:40 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Miami Open Headlines, Taking Advice From Fans & More | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters

    Miami Open Headlines, Taking Advice From Fans & More | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters
    Apr 1 2026
    4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and reporter Blair Henley recap the 2026 Miami Open before the tour shifts to clay season, explaining how surfaces change tactics, movement, and confidence for players—especially Americans adjusting to red clay. Blair shares on-the-ground insights from Houston, including why players like Frances Tiafoe love the event, while Kim reflects on her 2005 Sunshine Double run and the superstitions that fueled it. The episode also dives into Aryna Sabalenka’s new mental edge, coaching and relationship dynamics on tour, and David Goffin’s retirement. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast https://x.com/loveallpodcast ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 1:25 Why the Pros Love Houston 6:10 Heartbreak in Miami: Tommy Paul’s Recovery Process 11:53 Henley’s Headlines: Only 5 Women to Win the Sunshine Double 14:04 Locker Room Superstitions: Rackets, Showers, and Bathroom Stalls 20:51 Aryna Sabalenka’s Mindset Evolution 22:10 Coaching Moves: Amanda Anisimova Splits with Hendrik Vleeshouwer 27:18 David Goffin’s Retirement Announcement 32:02 The Future of the WTA Finals: Is Charlotte the Next Stop? 38:03 April Fool's: The Kim Clijsters "Splits Class" Prank 50:06 Mastering the Dirt: Adjusting Movement and Strategy for Clay 54:26 Rec Room 59:38 Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 2026 Miami Open Recap: Sinner & Sabalenka Champions, The Coaching Carousel & More

    2026 Miami Open Recap: Sinner & Sabalenka Champions, The Coaching Carousel & More
    Mar 31 2026
    In this Miami Recap edition of Served with Andy Roddick, we dive into the historic dominance of Jannik Sinner as he completes the Sunshine Double without dropping a single set. Andy breaks down the specific mechanical adjustments in Sinner’s serve that have led to an absurd 94% service hold rate. We also discuss Aryna Sabalenka’s reign at the top of the WTA, the "coaching carousel" affecting stars like Iga Swiatek, & Amanda Anisimova, and a rumor regarding the WTA Finals moving to Charlotte, NC. Plus, don't miss Andy’s unfiltered rant on the Dunlop tennis balls being used on tour—why he calls them "unusable" for professional play. COMMENT BELOW: What was your favorite match from the 2026 Miami Open?Check out the CRAZY TALENTED Photgrapher Keith Kreeger: https://www.instagram.com/keithkreeger/ 📩 Sign up for the Newsletter here: https://servedmedia.substack.com/ Check out some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/ 📱If you're new to the Served with Andy Roddick, we're happy you're here! Follow us for more: https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcast/ https://x.com/Served_Podcast https://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcast Theme music composed, produced, and mixed by Dan Whittemore. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwhit.wav/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00Introduction 1:43 Welcome to Served: Miami Recap Edition 1:54 Sinner and Sabalenka Dominance 8:03 The Sinner-Alcaraz Rivalry vs. The Rest of the Field 13:41 Is Aryna Sabalenka the Clear Cut Number One? 22:41 Coco Gauff Making the Final 25:28 Analyzing Arthur Fils’ Forehand 26:21 American Update: Seb Korda, Ben Shelton, and Taylor Fritz 27:48 Coaching Carousel: Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova 30:47 The Unique Intensity of Player-Coach Relationships 41:40 Andy’s Brazil Travel 43:06 Why Dunlop Balls are "Unusable" 45:48 Hanging with Diego Schwartzman and Del Potro in Brazil 47:20 Breaking News: WTA Finals Moving to Charlotte, NC? 50:35 Miami Open Fan Poll: Top 5 Photography Winners 52:35 Next Week: Sitting Down with USTA CEO Craig Tiley 53:57 Coming Soon: Sabalenka’s Performance Coach Jason Stacey 54:43 Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Miami Open Headlines, Alcaraz Gets A Yacht, Rafa Nadal Padel Tour & More

    Miami Open Headlines, Alcaraz Gets A Yacht, Rafa Nadal Padel Tour & More
    Mar 27 2026
    5 SETTER: This Week in Racket Sports, where we bring you the top five headlines across tennis, padel, pickleball, and more. In this episode: 1. The Sunshine Double Headlines 2. The Grand Slam Money Problem 3. Alcaraz Gets a Boat 4. Rafa Goes Full Padel 5. Charleston Is Loading Subscribe to the 5-Setter Newsletter: https://www.newsletter.servedpodcast.com/ Grab Some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/ #TennisNews #ATP #WTA #Sabalenka #ArthurFils #CocoGauff #MiamiOpen #GrandSlamMoney #AlcarazYacht Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Andy Roddick’s Journey To World #1: Sleep, Serve, & More | Q&Andy

    Andy Roddick’s Journey To World #1: Sleep, Serve, & More | Q&Andy
    Mar 26 2026
    Want to be featured on the next Q&Andy? Send us a video on our socials or email us at askandy@servedmediagroup.com Andy Roddick sets the record straight on the viral claim that Carlos Alcaraz is “bored” of the ATP Tour. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his own career, from cash games at age nine to signing his first Reebok deal, plus his pre-match routines—including sleep hacks and napping under tables to beat Nadal and Djokovic. The episode also dives into serve mechanics and Andy’s reaction to the rise of tennis-playing robots. 📱 Stay up to date with Q&Andy! Follow us on our socials:https://www.instagram.com/servedpodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@served_podcasthttps://x.com/served_podcast ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:06 Welcome back to Q&Andy 1:25 Is Carlos Alcaraz "bored" with winning? 3:18 Andy’s early days 4:28 Betting on "cash games" as a 9-year-old 5:20 Turning pro and Andy’s first big paycheck 6:56 Sleep habits and pre-match nerves 9:40 Coin toss strategy: Why Andy always chose to serve 10:52 Eye dominance and visual focus during the serve 12:48 Mechanics vs. Mindset: What makes a great serve? 14:59 Advice for coaches and players on serving style 16:08 The future of tennis: AI and robot players 18:20 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Gabriela Sabatini on Rivalries, Shyness & Finding Herself Beyond Tennis | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters

    Gabriela Sabatini on Rivalries, Shyness & Finding Herself Beyond Tennis | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters
    Mar 25 2026
    4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters sits down with legend Gabriela Sabatini to discuss her rise to global fame, career-defining rivalries, and the pressures of life at the top of tennis. Sabatini reflects on growing up as a teenage star in Argentina, navigating shyness and media attention, and her historic matches with Steffi Graf. Kim also breaks down Iga Świątek’s confidence struggles, Naomi Osaka’s motherhood dilemma, and other Miami Open storylines. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast https://x.com/loveallpodcast TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 6:30 Hailey Baptiste’s Miami performance 8:55 Iga Swiatek’s opening match loss 11:52 Iga Swiatek splits with Wim Fissette 16:16 Naomi Osaka on motherhood and the tour 22:23 Carlos Alcaraz and the ATP spotlight 24:30 Danielle Collins and Corentin Moutet drama 31:48 Gabriela Sabatini joins the show 34:48 Life in Switzerland and riding motorcycles 37:45 Falling in love with tennis at River Plate 40:26 Handling fame as a shy kid 46:38 The Steffi Graf rivalry and doubles 53:56 Retirement at 26 and facing burnout 1:02:32 Horseback riding, guitars, and singing 1:08:16 Building a perfume empire 1:11:46 The one-handed backhand 1:13:56 Origin of the iconic headband look 1:17:33 Emotional impact of meeting fans 1:18:34 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 24 m