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Tennis Insider Club
Caroline Garcia & Borja Duran
36 episodes
1 week ago

The world’s top tennis players sharing their stories, in their own words


Founded & hosted by tennis pro Caroline Garcia, the podcast offers an in-depth and engaging look into the world of tennis, featuring exclusive interviews with top players, coaches, and industry experts. Each episode uncovers the life and journey of great players & coaches, shared by themselves, giving fans a unique and personal perspective on their careers. Whether you’re a casual fan or a dedicated player, Tennis Insider Club keeps you informed and entertained with its dynamic blend of expert knowledge and captivating storytelling.


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The world’s top tennis players sharing their stories, in their own words


Founded & hosted by tennis pro Caroline Garcia, the podcast offers an in-depth and engaging look into the world of tennis, featuring exclusive interviews with top players, coaches, and industry experts. Each episode uncovers the life and journey of great players & coaches, shared by themselves, giving fans a unique and personal perspective on their careers. Whether you’re a casual fan or a dedicated player, Tennis Insider Club keeps you informed and entertained with its dynamic blend of expert knowledge and captivating storytelling.


Shop Caroline's Garcia collection here: https://tennisinsider.club/collections/cool-stuff


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Tennis Insider Club
E35 - Bryan Shelton

What does it take to raise and coach a Grand Slam quarterfinalist?

In this Tennis Insider Club episode, Bryan Shelton — former ATP pro, champion college coach, and father of rising star Ben Shelton — opens up about the unique challenges of guiding your own child through tennis.

From growing up in Alabama to facing Boris Becker at Wimbledon, Bryan shares the lessons that shaped his career… and the philosophy that keeps his son grounded in a high-pressure sport.

We discuss:

  • The dangers of over-involved tennis parents
  • Why mental skills matter more than strokes at the top level
  • How to balance joy, discipline, and performance
  • The difference between European and American confidence mindsets
  • Why sometimes you have to “fake” confidence until you feel it


Best Moments:

[00:01:03] The Day Bryan Shelton Fell in Love with Tennis

[00:03:00] Why He Chose College Over Turning Pro at 18

[00:07:30] Facing Becker and Connors in His First Grand Slams

[00:10:00] Breaking Into the Top 100: A Pro’s First Goal

[00:11:00] Wimbledon 1994: His Greatest Memory on Tour

[00:14:00] From Player to Coach: Bryan’s Second Career

[00:17:00] How Ben Shelton Finally Chose Tennis at 11

[00:23:30] Ben’s Secret Weapon: Relentless Confidence

[00:27:10] The Three Tournament Rule Every Young Player Needs

[00:43:00] Balancing Dad and Coach on the Pro Tour



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6 days ago
1 hour 10 minutes 8 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E34 - Jessica Pegula

Jessica Pegula opens up like never before — from starting tennis at age 7, to dealing with pressure from her parents, to overcoming years of injuries and finally breaking into the top of the game in her mid-20s.

In this candid conversation, we talk about finding your own path in tennis, the mental battles of the tour, handling media expectations, and why making her own decisions changed everything.

🎙 Hosted by Caroline Garcia & Borja Duran — Tennis Insider Club.

🎧 Listen on:

Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6Vcjpr6Vj8UO5bbz9NWRDo

Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/tennis-insider-club/id1664385813

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Chapters:

00:01:08 – How Jessica started tennis

00:09:36 – College vs turning pro; “I hated school” vibe

00:11:06 – Breaking Top 100 after injuries; relief at ~25

00:13:19 – “Own journey” mindset; using peers as motivation

00:21:23 – “I make every decision now” — taking ownership

00:31:01 – Managing your team like a business; lessons from family

00:36:30 – Burnout, perspective reset, and handling losses

00:50:41 – Slowing down to appreciate wins; “the dream is the journey”

00:54:14 – How long she’ll play; LA Olympics carrot, 35 cap



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2 weeks ago
1 hour 7 minutes 1 second

Tennis Insider Club
E33 - Bob Moran

In this exclusive Tennis Insider Club episode, Caroline Garcia and Borja Durán sit down with Bob Moran, the mastermind behind the transformation of the Cincinnati Open. From his surprising start in golf to leading a $260M tennis revolution, Bob reveals what it really takes to run a Masters 1000 tournament, the financial truth behind the WTA vs ATP debate, and why pickleball and concerts matter more than you think.

💥 Topics covered:

  • Why they bet $260M on Cincinnati
  • Behind-the-scenes of player experience
  • Financials: ATP vs WTA realities
  • The future of doubles & mixed events
  • Should the tours merge?
  • Building a year-round racquet club
  • Why scheduling is a war zone

🧠 One of the most honest and insightful looks at how tennis really works behind the scenes. This one’s for every player, fan, and entrepreneur in sport.


⏱️ Top Moments

  1. [00:01:49] From Golf to Tennis
  2. [00:09:10] The $260M Bet on Cincinnati
  3. [00:13:55] How to Design a World-Class Tournament
  4. [00:19:42] The Hard Truth About WTA vs ATP Money
  5. [00:26:18] Scheduling Is a War Zone
  6. [00:29:36] Should the Tours Merge?
  7. [00:33:52] Why Pickleball & Concerts Matter
  8. [00:39:45] The Future of Doubles and Mixed Events
  9. [00:47:40] What It Takes to Succeed in Sports Business
  10. [00:54:29] The One Thing He’d Change About Tennis


👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insider tennis stories.

#TennisInsiderClub #BobMoran #CincyOpen #CarolineGarcia #WTA #ATP #SportsBusiness


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3 weeks ago
54 minutes 2 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E32 - Wim Fissette

Wim Fissette never dreamed of becoming a top coach — until a chance call from Kim Clijsters changed his life forever. In this raw and honest conversation, Wim opens up about his unlikely journey, coaching legends like Iga Świątek, Naomi Osaka, and Kim, and what it really takes to help players win at the highest level.


This episode is a goldmine for coaches, parents, and players who want to understand tennis beyond technique — from communication and data to confidence, mindset, and long-term growth.


⏱ Best Moments


00:00 – 🎙 "Dare to dream." Wim’s life philosophy and why belief is everything

03:00 – ⚖️ Quitting tennis at 20 and shifting to a logistics career

10:30 – 📞 The call from Kim Clijsters that changed his life

12:30 – 🛫 Quitting his job to follow a coaching dream

16:30 – 📊 Bringing data to WTA coaching before it was mainstream

20:30 – 📓 The power of journaling and taking ownership of your tennis

28:00 – 🧠 Coaching Iga Świątek vs. other players – knowing when to evolve

34:30 – 🏋️‍♀️ Why physical readiness is key to technical improvement

38:20 – 🏀 Top advice for young players: diversify, don’t specialize too soon

48:00 – 🧠 Mental strength under pressure — and why it must be trained


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1 month ago
1 hour 16 minutes 55 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E31 - Emil Ruusuvuori

What happens when your childhood dream becomes your worst nightmare?


In this raw, emotional conversation, Finnish tennis star Emil Ruusuvuori opens up about his four-year battle with panic attacks, burnout, and depression — including breaking down during matches and questioning the meaning of life. From rising through the ranks to cracking the Top 50, to walking away from the sport he once loved, Emil shares what no press conference ever showed.


Best Moments:

[00:04:35] “I just couldn’t breathe… My body shut down”

[00:08:20] “I didn’t care anymore if I won or lost”

[00:11:45] “Life didn’t matter at that point”

[00:17:10] “You lose your identity when you stop playing”

[00:23:40] “Everyone says you’re living the dream… but it felt like hell”

[00:30:15] “I started therapy—and finally, I could breathe”

[00:37:05] “I had to re-learn who I am without tennis”

[00:41:50] “We’re not machines… even if we’re ranked Top 50”

[00:48:25] “Now I’m building something new. For the first time, I feel excited.”

[00:53:40] “If this helps even one person, I’m glad I shared it.”


This is not just a sports episode. It’s a story about mental health, identity, and what it means to be enough.


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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute 15 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E30 - Brad Gilbert

In this intimate and revealing conversation, legendary coach and former world #4 Brad Gilbert opens up like never before. From coaching Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, and Coco Gauff, to dissecting what truly separates good players from great ones — Brad shares raw lessons, wild stories, and tactical gems from decades inside the sport.

You’ll hear why Agassi never actually beat him, how Coco Gauff processes coaching in real-time, what junior parents often get wrong, and the exact mindset shifts that change careers. No sugarcoating. Just real talk, real insights.

Hosted by Caroline Garcia, this episode dives deep into the coaching mind — strategy, psychology, parenting, and the small decisions that lead to big wins (or painful regrets).


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🧠 Topics discussed:

• Competing vs Drilling

• Coaching Agassi vs Roddick vs Coco

• The danger of overcoaching during matches

• The role of parents in a tennis career

• Why small margins decide everything in tennis

• Emotional burnouts and honesty in coaching

• And yes… that wild match vs Caroline in Miami.

🔔 Subscribe for more raw, intelligent tennis conversations with the pros who live it.


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2 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes 31 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E29 - Taylor Fritz

Taylor Fritz opens up like never before. From growing up with a “crazy” tennis dad to breaking down in locker rooms and reinventing his game to win Indian Wells, this episode dives deep into the raw, real side of pro tennis.


In this exclusive interview, Taylor shares:

✅ His most emotional locker room moment

✅ The “delusional” belief that got him to the top

✅ Why he quit FIFA after breaking 4 controllers

✅ How watching junior tapes changed his forehand — and his career

✅ His unfiltered opinion on on-court coaching in tennis

✅ What it’s really like growing up with two tennis pro parents

This is not just for tennis fans — it’s for anyone chasing greatness.


⏱️ Chapters:

05:20 – Early Competitiveness & Training Routines

12:10 – Learning to Handle Pressure & Expectations

26:00 – FIFA Rage & Broken Controllers

33:40 – Why He’s Against On-Court Coaching

36:30 – Rewatching Junior Forehand Before Indian Wells

40:30 – Delusional Belief in Going Pro

48:30 – Locker Room Breakdown After Turning Pro

51:00 – Advice to His Younger Self & Final Thoughts


Subscribe for more powerful stories from the biggest names in tennis.

#TaylorFritz #TennisPodcast #IndianWells #MentalToughness #ATP #TennisLife #TennisMindset


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2 months ago
52 minutes 56 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E28 - Ana Ivanovic

"I wish I enjoyed it more." In this raw and honest conversation, Ana Ivanovic opens up like never before — from winning Roland Garros at 19, to battling pressure, burnout, and the emotional cost of fame. This is the side of tennis the cameras never show.

In this exclusive episode, Ana shares:

* Her childhood in war-torn Serbia and early rise to tennis stardom

* The truth behind her sudden retirement at just 29

* Why mental health and balance are still taboo in women’s tennis

* Her biggest regrets, and the advice she'd give her 15-year-old self

If you're a fan of tennis, mindset, or untold athlete stories — this one's for you.


[00:06:30 – 00:07:30]

➔ Winning Roland Garros at 19

[00:08:00 – 00:10:30]

➔ The Hidden Pressure After Success

[00:12:00 – 00:13:00]

➔ Realization About Public Opinion

[00:14:00 – 00:15:30]

➔ Mental Health in Tennis — 15 Years Too Early

[00:19:00 – 00:20:30]

➔ Playing with a Broken Toe

[00:24:00 – 00:25:30]

➔ Life in a Tennis Bubble

[00:30:00 – 00:31:00]

➔ Why She Never Wanted Her Kids to Go Pro

[00:36:30 – 00:37:30]

➔ Advice to Her Younger Self


This episode is brought to you by Haier, the leading home appliances brand, and official sponsor of Roland Garros.


👇 Tell us in the comments: What part of Ana’s journey surprised you most?

🔔 Subscribe for more honest tennis stories:

📸 Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes: instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub



#AnaIvanovic #TennisPodcast #MentalHealth #RolandGarros #WTA #AthleteStories #Burnout #WomenInSport #TennisInsiderClub


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3 months ago
40 minutes 19 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E27 - Chris Eubanks

Chris Eubanks joins Tennis Insider Club for a powerful conversation about resilience, self-belief, and how one unlikely journey took him from Atlanta park courts and hand-me-down rackets… to the quarterfinals at Wimbledon.


In this episode, Chris shares:

* How he never played a real match on clay until Roland Garros

* What he learned traveling with Donald Young as a teen

* The role college tennis played in shaping his career

* How commentary on Tennis Channel made him a better player

* The moment he thought about quitting… and what saved him

* Why smiling and instincts brought out the best in his game

* What it really feels like to break into the Top 100 and Top 30

👉 Whether you're a player, coach, fan, or dreamer, Chris's story will inspire you to trust your own path and stay in the fight.



Chris Eubanks on Starting Tennis with Family Influence: [00:00:53]

Chris Discusses His Early Tennis Environment and Influences in Atlanta: [00:01:38]

Chris Mentions Early Role Models and Mentors (e.g., Jamia Jackson, Jenkins brothers): [00:02:00] - [00:04:15]

Discussion about Donald Young's Influence and Transition to Pro Tennis: [00:05:00]

College Tennis Experience and Early Struggles at Georgia Tech: [00:11:32]

Chris on Importance of College for Mental Growth and Tennis Development: [00:14:33]

Transition from College to Pro Tennis: [00:17:51]

Chris Talks about His First Experience at Roland Garros Qualifiers: [00:09:00]

Chris’s Interest in Tennis Commentary and Work with Tennis Channel: [00:21:00]

Turning Point in Chris’s Career – Miami Open Breakthrough and Wimbledon Run 2023: [00:32:26]

Chris Eubanks’s Title Win in Mallorca: [00:34:00] - [00:35:54]

Deep Wimbledon Run and Quarterfinal Achievement: [00:37:06] - [00:40:02]

Mindset Shifts and Managing Expectations After Success: [00:41:07] - [00:46:17]

Chris Discusses Re-Finding Joy and Mental Approach to Tennis: [00:46:18] - [00:48:27]

Advice to Younger Self: Passion and Body Care: [00:48:37] - [00:50:48]



🎙️ Listen on the go:

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🔗 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com//podcast/tennis-insider-club/id1721351881

📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub


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3 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 44 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E26 - Mirra Andreeva

In this raw and inspiring conversation, Mirra opens up about her unexpected rise, battling fame and online hate, overcoming pressure, and staying grounded as one of tennis’ brightest stars.

She shares deeply personal stories — from crying after tough losses, to winning Olympic silver, to her viral moment thanking herself after victory.


If you want to understand what it really takes to chase greatness — and survive the spotlight — you don't want to miss this one.


Topics we cover:

  • Growing up playing with her sister
  • Dealing with family pressure and tour life
  • Handling fame, expectations, and hate online
  • Working with tennis legend Conchita Martinez
  • Her breakthrough at Madrid, Roland Garros, and Wimbledon
  • Winning an Olympic Silver Medal at just 17
  • Learning from losses, managing pressure, and setting big goals


👉 Subscribe for more real conversations with the future legends of sports and beyond.

👉 Drop a comment below — what part of Mirra’s journey hit you the hardest?




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4 months ago
47 minutes 18 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E25 - Daria Kasatkina

Top 10 WTA player Daria Kasatkina joins Tennis Insider Club for one of her most candid interviews yet. From the pressures of early success to hitting rock bottom with burnout, Dasha opens up about what it really feels like to be a pro tennis player.

She talks about comparing her identity to her ranking, the endless mental toll of the tour, and how she’s found balance again—through her partner, her vlog, and a powerful mindset shift.

If you've ever felt like success wasn’t enough, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

  • 02:42 – Transitioning to the pro tour
  • 03:34 – The mental struggle behind the wins
  • 05:46 – Can you balance life and tennis?
  • 09:25 – Why rankings mess with your identity
  • 16:08 – Hitting burnout and finding your way back
  • 21:05 – Practice pressure vs match pressure
  • 27:55 – Game styles & mental strategy
  • 31:52 – Emotional control under fire
  • 33:57 – Traveling with a partner & feeling grounded
  • 36:14 – Creating content as a pro athlete
  • 45:36 – Handling social media hate & betting abuse
  • 52:11 – What Daria would tell her younger self
  • 55:49 – Why love is more powerful than pressure
  • 57:26 – Oat milk flat whites & dream podcast guests ☕

🎙️ Hosted by Caroline Garcia & Borja Durán, and produced by CABO Studios.

We bring you raw, authentic stories from the world’s top tennis pros – in their own words.

📱 Follow us on Instagram: @tennisinsiderclub


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4 months ago
59 minutes 40 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E24 - Rybakina, Paolini & Sakkari: Live From EAST Miami

What does it really take to be a top tennis player in today’s world?

In this exclusive LIVE episode of Tennis Insider Club, Caroline Garcia, Maria Sakkari, Elena Rybakina, and Jasmine Paolini open up like never before about the mental toll, expectations, injuries, and the reality behind the rankings.

🎾 From winning Grand Slams to battling burnout, this panel goes deep on:

  • Handling pressure and public expectations
  • Bouncing back after tough losses
  • Finding balance in a life of constant travel
  • Dreams, doubts, and redefining success

📍 Recorded live from EAST Hotel, Miami, during the Miami Open.

Whether you're a player, a fan, or just curious what life at the top of tennis really looks like — this is the most raw and inspiring conversation you’ll hear this season.

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments & don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more exclusive tennis content.

#Tennis #WTA #CarolineGarcia #MariaSakkari #ElenaRybakina #JasminePaolini #TennisInsiderClub #MiamiOpen #MentalHealthInSports



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5 months ago
58 minutes 57 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E23 - Donna Vekic

Brought to you by AG1.


In this exclusive episode of Tennis Insider Club, Donna Vekic shares her incredible journey—from starting tennis at age six to becoming an Olympic silver medalist and a WTA star. She talks about the highs and lows of the tour, dealing with pressure and expectations, and what the future holds beyond tennis.

🔥 Topics Covered:

✅ How Donna started in tennis & her early inspirations

✅ Handling pressure, injuries, and mental challenges

✅ The thrill of competing at Wimbledon & the Olympics

✅ Her take on tennis lifestyle, sacrifices, and future plans

✅ Behind-the-scenes insights on balancing personal life and career

📩 Subscribe to Tennis Insider Club for more raw and authentic conversations with the biggest names in tennis!

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🗣 What’s your favorite moment from this episode? Drop a comment below!

#Tennis #DonnaVekic #WTA #TennisInsiderClub #CarolineGarcia #Wimbledon #Olympics #MentalHealth #TennisPodcast



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5 months ago
47 minutes 58 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E22 - Darren Cahill

In this exclusive Tennis Insider Club episode, legendary coach Darren Cahill shares untold stories from his time coaching Andre Agassi, Lleyton Hewitt, Simona Halep, and Jannik Sinner. From his biggest coaching regrets to the mental toughness that separates champions, Cahill gives us a deep dive into the psychology of winning in tennis.


Brought to you by AG1.


Topics discussed:

- Cahill’s journey from football to tennis

- Coaching Hewitt: The Porsche with no brakes 🚗💨

- Agassi’s genius & how he reinvented his game 🎾

- Coaching mistakes & lessons from Simona Halep

- Jannik Sinner’s mental toughness & future dominance 🔥

- The ONE piece of advice for young players


Don’t forget to LIKE 👍, COMMENT 💬 & SUBSCRIBE 🔔 for more in-depth tennis stories & insights!


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#DarrenCahill #Tennis #TennisInsiderClub #AndreAgassi #JannikSinner #TennisPodcast


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6 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 31 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E21 - Belinda Bencic

In this captivating episode of the Tennis Insider Club, Caroline Garcia and Borja Durán sit down with Olympic gold medalist and top-ranked tennis star Belinda Bencic. Belinda opens up about her journey from playing tennis at just two and a half years old to competing against the world’s best.


Discover how her father’s dream of a tennis-playing son turned into her passion, the impact of training under Martina Hingis’ mother, and how moving to pursue her dreams shaped her childhood. Belinda shares the emotional challenges of being in the public eye, battling injuries, and the pressures of representing Switzerland, where legends like Roger Federer and Martina Hingis set the bar high.


Listen as she reveals her struggles with perfectionism, self-sabotage, and emotional outbursts on court, and how motherhood transformed her perspective on tennis and life. This episode is filled with heartfelt moments, humor, and raw honesty that only a fellow player like Caroline can bring out.


Highlights of the Episode:

•How Martina Hingis’ mother influenced her career

•Balancing the pressure of growing up in a tennis powerhouse nation

•The mental battles of perfectionism and self-criticism

•How motherhood changed her approach to competition and life

•Memories of competing against Serena Williams and other tennis icons

•The struggles of being coached by her father


Don’t miss this emotional and inspiring conversation that goes beyond tennis, exploring the human side of a champion.


👉 Subscribe for more candid interviews with the biggest names in tennis.

🎧 Listen now and share your favorite moments in the comments!


#BelindaBencic #TennisInsiderClub #CarolineGarcia #MartinaHingis #SerenaWilliams #TennisPodcast #EmotionalJourney #MotherhoodAndTennis #OlympicGoldMedalist #TennisMentalHealth #TennisLife #TennisChampion #BehindTheRacquet #TennisInspiration #WomenInSports #WTA #SwissTennis #PressureOfWinning #SportingLegends



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6 months ago
51 minutes 14 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E20 - Paula Badosa

“Your brain isn’t ready for this at 18, not even at 25.” Paula Badosa gets candid about the intense mental challenges in professional tennis, her battle with depression, and the emotional toll of skyrocketing to world #2. From her love-hate relationship with the sport to navigating injuries and pressure, Paula shares how she found resilience and balance in her career.


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7 months ago
50 minutes 7 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E19 - Stefanos Tsitsipas

Step into the world of tennis with Stefanos Tsitsipas as he shares his incredible journey on the Tennis Insider Club Podcast. From growing up on the courts of Greece to facing tennis legends like Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, Stefanos reflects on his career highs, challenges, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Discover how he handled pressure, navigated relationships with his family and coaches, and battled through his most challenging year emotionally and mentally in 2024.


This episode offers a candid and inspirational conversation for fans and aspiring athletes alike. Don’t miss out on Stefanos’ insights into the future of tennis, his goals for 2025, and his advice to his younger self.


👉 Subscribe for more inspiring stories from tennis legends and rising stars.

🎾 Share this episode with your fellow tennis enthusiasts!



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7 months ago
56 minutes 2 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E18 - Iga Swiatek

In this revealing episode of Tennis Insider Club, Iga Swiatek shares her unfiltered journey, addressing the highs and lows of her tennis career. From her rise to Grand Slam glory to the emotional challenges of navigating public scrutiny, Iga opens up about it all, including her recent doping case.


Discover her perspective on:

•Balancing tennis and education

•Overcoming pressure and self-doubt

•Handling media and public expectations during her doping case

•Mental health and working with a psychologist

•Finding joy and balance in a relentless tennis schedule


This is a side of Iga Swiatek you’ve never seen before. Hear her inspiring advice, her mindset for the future, and how she remains resilient through it all.


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7 months ago
55 minutes 22 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E17 - Alex Corretja

In this exclusive interview, Caroline Garcia and Borja dive into the multifaceted career of Alex Corretja: former world number two, Andy Murray’s coach, and now a beloved tennis commentator. Corretja shares his inspiring journey, from his beginnings in tennis at age seven, to competing with legends like Sampras, to achieving his dreams on the court and transitioning to coaching and commentary. As Spain’s former Davis Cup captain, Corretja offers insights into his coaching philosophy, the dedication behind his success, and how he brings passion and expertise to his broadcast work today.


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9 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes 27 seconds

Tennis Insider Club
E16 - Sloane Stephens

In this EXCLUSIVE interview, go inside the mind of US Open Champion Sloane Stephens as she reveals untold stories and career secrets you’ve never heard before! From her incredible Grand Slam victory to overcoming challenges on and off the court, Sloane gives a candid look into her journey, mindset, and what it truly takes to succeed at the highest level of tennis. Don’t miss this chance to hear the stories only Sloane can tell!


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10 months ago
54 minutes 38 seconds

Tennis Insider Club

The world’s top tennis players sharing their stories, in their own words


Founded & hosted by tennis pro Caroline Garcia, the podcast offers an in-depth and engaging look into the world of tennis, featuring exclusive interviews with top players, coaches, and industry experts. Each episode uncovers the life and journey of great players & coaches, shared by themselves, giving fans a unique and personal perspective on their careers. Whether you’re a casual fan or a dedicated player, Tennis Insider Club keeps you informed and entertained with its dynamic blend of expert knowledge and captivating storytelling.


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