Jannik Sinner defended his crown in Turin! The Italian captured the ATP Finals for a second consecutive year, overcoming Carlos Alcaraz in another thrilling final. Tennis Channel's Steve Weissman joins Ben to break down the event and the epic Sincaraz rivalry, Felix Auger-Aliassime's rise to the top 5, and other players to watch in the top 10 and beyond for 2026. All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The final stretch of the tennis calendar is here! This episode brought to you by Hare Wine Co. Felix Auger-Aliassime officially qualified and is in the mix as the Nitto ATP Finals is now underway from Turin. We break down why Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are a step ahead, and who could potentially challenge their chances to win the end-of-year championship. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic made history as the oldest ATP champion. Elena Rybakina was crowned winner in Riyadh at the WTA Finals, while Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe are now ending their successful doubles partnership. Plus, Canada gears up for BJK Cup action this weekend. All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our latest feature interview is here! Mike Tevlin joins the podcast this week to talk about the 20th instalment of the popular 75k Tevlin Challenger that he and his wife Nicole have spearheaded over the last two decades here in Toronto. We discuss the importance of developing young Canadian players and giving them opportunities to showcase their talents on home soil. We also reflect on some of the big Canadians wins at the event from the likes of Genie Bouchard, Gaby Dabrowski and more recently, Marina Stakusic and look ahead to the possibilities that exist for tennis to continue to grow in our nation.  A massive thank you goes out to Mike and Nicole for their generous financial contribution to Match Point Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a big week for Canadian tennis! Victoria Mboko captured her second career singles title of 2025 and of her young career, winning the trophy in Hong Kong. Felix Auger-Aliassime made the finals of the Paris Masters and is now in the conversation to qualify for the ATP Finals in Turin. Guest Stephen Boughton of The Slice joins Ben to break down all the latest. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canadian Mia Kupres returns this week to Match Point Canada! Currently finishing her NCAA career at Texas A&M University, the 21 year-old stops by with Mike McIntyre to discuss her final season at the school, her eagerness to turn pro, admiration of Novak Djokovic and her friendship with fellow Canuck Vicky Mboko. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's the latest Canadian to break inside the top 200 of the rankings! 20-year-old Cadence Brace joins Ben of Match Point Canada after reaching the WTA Challenger final in Tampico. She talks about her tennis journey growing up in Toronto, competing against her compatriots, and being named to Canada's Billie Jean King Cup play-off team for November. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back with another interview on Match Point Canada! Influencer, Content Creator and Tennis Correspondent Rachel Stuhlmann joins Mike this week to talk about her emerging presence as a major media personality in the tennis world, her love of the National Bank Open and her friendship with the recently retired Genie Bouchard! Enjoy :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The final stretch of the tennis season has officially begun with the Fall Indoor hard court swing taking place in Asia! Ben welcomes Tennis Unfiltered host and journalist James Gray to discuss Carlos Alcaraz's remarkable dominance, how Jannik Sinner can reinvent himself, and Daniil Medvedev's quest to return to relevance. They also tackle Canadian tennis, how Iga Swiatek is in the hunt for number 1, Emma Raducanu's recent performances, and much more! All of that on our latest episode of MPC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's now a two-time US Open champion and has been world No. 1 in doubles! Fresh off her second career US Open crown with Gaby Dabrowski, Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss their latest big title, passion for doubles, why New York is special, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's risen inside the top 90 of the rankings in doubles, and earned his first ever main draw Grand Slam win at the US Open! Fast rising Canadian Cleeve Harper joins Ben for a feature interview ahead of Canada's Davis Cup tie in Halifax. Harper discusses his tennis journey which began in Halifax, college experiences in Texas, playing with Liam Draxl, and his passion for doubles. All of that and more on the latest interview on MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fourth and final Grand Slam of the season is in the books! Esteemed broadcaster and commentator Mike Cation joins Ben and Mike to recap the US Open, including another installment of the Carlos Alcaraz/Jannik Sinner rivalry and another massive triumph for Carlitos! We look back on the finals match and their historic rivalry, where Novak Djokovic fits in, how the rest of tour stands up, and Felix Auger-Aliassime's semifinals breakthrough. Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka seized another major title! We reflect on her win over Amanda Anisimova, plus how the American has had such a phenomenal year. That plus a doubles triumph from Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe and much more! All of that on our latest episode of MPC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're halfway through the action at Flushing Meadows! Ben catches up with Tennis Connected journalist Amy Lundy Dahl on all the storylines at the US Open. They cover Aryna Sabalenka's strong opening week, the ugly incident with Jelena Ostapenko and Taylor Townsend, Iga Swiatek's form, and the surprise doubles pairing of Leylah and Venus. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner survived a test from Denis Shapovalov, a pair of top Americans are out, Carlos Alcaraz is cruising, and Novak Djokovic still looks fit as ever. All of that and more on our latest MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The final Grand Slam is here! Hosts Ben and Mike dive into a full preview of the US Open at Flushing Meadows as they break down both the men's and women's draws at the final major of the season. They also offer up semifinals and title predictions and project how they see the Canadians faring in New York. All of that and more on MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a Billie Jean King Cup winner, a WTA125K champion, and has been ranked as high as World No. 114! 20-year-old Canadian Marina Stakusic returns to Match Point Canada to chat with host Mike McIntyre and discuss her 2025 season, returning from injury, making strides in her health and game, changing coaches and much more. Stakusic is competing at US Open qualifying this week. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a siblings interview! Ariana and Nicolas Arseneault both enjoyed huge breakthrough performances at the National Bank Open, each earning their first main draw professional wins. Host Mike McIntyre catches up with the brother and sister duo about their experiences in Toronto and Montreal, achieving new milestones, and what lies ahead in 2025 and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The National Bank Open in Montreal and Toronto have all wrapped up! Award-winning journalist Arash Madani joins host Ben Lewis to recap the astounding title run from 18-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko, who won the WTA1000 crown in Montreal! Just how high can she go? Meanwhile, Ben Shelton overcame Karen Khachanov in Toronto to win his first Masters 1000. Ben and Arash discuss the top storylines in T.O. on site, and how the 12-day event unfolded. All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We continue on with our coverage of the National Bank Open! Episode brought to you by 10XTO Canadian Victoria Mboko continues her unbelievable dream run in Montreal, reaching the semifinals of the event. We break down her special run, and look at all the action unfolding in Toronto, and why Ben Shelton is a rock star at NBO All of that and more on MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He is one of the most exciting players in the game! Andrey Rublev makes his return to Match Point Canada as he joins Mike McIntyre for an interview on site at the National Bank Open in Toronto. The 17-time titlist discusses his coaching partnership with Marat Safin, finding his form later in the season, memories in Canada, and why he still feels very young. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rising young American Learner Tien joins Ben for an interview on Match Point Canada! The 19-year-old is fast approaching the top 50 and reflects on his growth as a player, his run at the NBO in Toronto, facing a hostile crowd against Denis Shapovalov on Center Court, and his playing style. We also wrap by challenging him with some rapid fire questions. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back with our third episode from the National Bank Open! This one is brought to you by Hare Wine Co Hosts Ben and Mike break down all the latest NBO action in Toronto including disappointing early round defeats for Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov, and the reliability of Gabriel Diallo. Mike catches up with top 35 ranked American Brandon Nakashima, who secured his first career win in Toronto. Meanwhile, Genie Bouchard put up a fight in her final match, Leylah exited Montreal early, and Victoria Mboko pushes on. All of that and more on MPC! Use the code MATCHPOINT10 for 10% off your next order at Hare Wine Co :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices