The Madrid Masters begins on Wednesday. This Week in Tennis hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens break down the men’s side of the draw—topics include;

Novak Djokovic skips Madrid–will the fans even notice?

10 different men have won ATP titles on the dirt this season–will we see an eleventh?

Playing in Madrid is difficult because of the altitude.

Jannik Sinner has a difficult draw.

Carlos Alcaraz has a sore arm and 1000 points to defend. Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tsitsipas are both playing well.

The top half of the draw is difficult. The guys share their thoughts on the favorites, sleepers, and maybe some surprises in store.

The bottom half of the draw features some interesting matches and tough clay court players. Can Alcaraz defend the 1000 points?

The guys share their tourney favorites, dark horses, and more. Sign up for the Chip and Charge Tennis Newsletter HERE.
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On this edition of This Week in Tennis, hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens discuss the following topics;

New changes on the ATP Tour. Will Saudi money save professional tennis or turn it into another PGA/LIV Tour with divided stars and a lessened product?

Why is tennis the hardest sport to play? Play answers a friend's question.

Aryna Sabalenka–tough as nails.

What is the future of the current collection of US male tennis players? We share our thoughts and looking forward to hearing yours.

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On this week's episode of the This Week in Tennis podcast, hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens reveal tips for using betting odds and public perception to your advantage.

They explain the meaning of "Summer Girl" and why slamless players like Andrey Rublev and Ons Jabeur can skew the odds.

The hosts also discuss the recent coaching changes for Emma Raducanu and Holger Rune. Is there a double standard in how these moves are perceived? Plus, thoughts on improving tennis TV commentary and predictions for the upcoming Delray Open.

Whether you're a casual fan or an aspiring bettor, join Craig and Phil as they share insider knowledge to help you win big on the ATP and WTA tours. Expert analysis, witty banter, and key strategies—this week on This Week in Tennis!

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