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Our CTC LIVE series is back for the Australian Open, rounding up all the action from Dan's first-hand experience in Melbourne!
In this episode, Dan breaks down the action over the last couple of days from Melbourne. Talking about Medvedev and Tiens late night 5 set brawl of a match, Michael Venus and Nikola Mektic's exit of the slam, Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe fighting back to advance to round 3 and so much more that has happened!
This is the place to go to get a quick summary of the events at the Australian Open from a coach's perspective.
Also in this episode, Dan is joined by a special guest. The former coach to Pat Cash who won Wimbledon in 1987 and our very own Dan Kiernans former coach, we have the legendary Ian Barclay joining this episode to give his insight and perspective at the 2025 Australian Open.
Each episode is LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times of going LIVE on YouTube!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round-up of the Australian Open action in Melbourne with Dan Kiernan, coach of doubles pairs Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe and Michael Venus and Nikola Mektić!
Make sure to check out the Australian Open PREVIEW FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms!
Chapters
00:00 Welcome and update on Venus, Mektic, Dabrowksi and Routliffe
02:46 Young Guns and Tournament Insights reflecting on the last couple days
06:02 The Legend Ian Barclay Joins the Conversation
12:01 Davis Cup Culture and Future Stars
15:45 Advice for Young Players and Grand Slam Preparation and predications
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Our CTC LIVE series is back for the Australian Open, rounding up all the action from Dans first-hand experience in Melbourne!
Today, Dan breaks down the day's action in Melbourne, including Gaby Dabrowski and Erins Routliffes' battle of a first round, Naomi Osakas looking strong, Jack Draper POWERING through back-to-back five-set thrillers, and much more.
As well as being joined by tennis coach Ollie Cores, who has been working at the practice courts at the Australian Open this year, organised courts for the game's biggest stars. Here to give his unique insight into the slam and what it is like to work there.
Each episode LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our Instagram and Twitter (X) for the latest times of going LIVE on YouTube!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round-up of the Australian Open action in Melbourne with Dan Kiernan, coach of doubles pairs Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe and Michael Venus and Nikola Mektić!
Make sure to check out the Australian Open PREVIEW FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms!
Chapters
00:00 Highlights of the Matches
05:45 The Role of Coaches and Players and Meeting Andy Murray again
08:59 Commentary Insights and Experiences
11:54 Emerging Talents in Tennis
15:07 Ollie Cores Joins to Talk about Challenges on the Practice Courts
17:53 Crowd Dynamics and Player Performance
20:46 Ollie's Australian Open Experience as Someone Working at the Slam
23:44 Final Thoughts and Future Prospects
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Our CTC LIVE series is back for the Australian Open! Rounding up the action from Dans first-hand expirence in Melbourne!
Today Dan is joined by British doubles player Marcus Willis to give his players persepctive of the 2025 Australian Open and also to talk about having to pull out of the mens doubles event because his doubles partner, No. 52 in the world Cameron Norrie picking up an injury.
Each episode LIVE on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast' and following our instagram and twitter (X) for the latest times of going LIVE on YouTube!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the Australian Open action in Melbourne with Dan Kiernan, coach of doubles pairs Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe as well as Michael Venus and Nikola Mektić!
Make sure to check out the Australian Open PREVIEW FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms!
In This episode:
Dan Kiernan and Marcus Willis delve into the Australian Open. They discuss Emma Raducanu's 1st round win against Ekaterina Alexandrova and if the form Stefanos Tsitsipas is temporsary or permanent.
As well as the emotional challenges faced by Nick Kyrgios, and the inspiring story of Marcus Willis journey in tennis.
The conversation also touches on the financial realities of being a professional player and predictions for the tournament's outcome.
A great listen to stay up to date with tennis and the 2025 Australian Open with people such as Dan and guests at the event that have behind the scenes access to what they don;t show you on tv!
Many listener question are answered LIVE during the episode with a shout out! If you want to be named and have your question read out in the next LIVE episode during the Australian Open Round Ups submit your questions to our instagram @ctc.podcast or join us LIVE and talk to Dan whilst he is in Melbourne!
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Melbourne and Tennis Updates
02:47 Emma Raducanu: The Rising Star's Journey
05:23 Stefanos Tsitsipas: Current Form and Future Prospects
08:23 Marcus Willis Joins the Conversation
11:27 Nick Kyrgios: The Enigma of Tennis
14:18 Marcus Willis: Reflections on Career and Challenges
17:13 Financial Realities of Professional Tennis
20:07 The Australian Open Experience
23:07 Final Thoughts and Predictions
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Our CTC LIVE series is back for the Australian Open!
More episode will be coming throughout the 2 weeks of the opening slam of the year with breakdowns of the behind the scenes of the event, talking points and will be joined by many incredbile guests from the world of tennis!
Each episode LIVE on YouTube 11am GMT by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the Australian Open action in Melbourne with Dan Kiernan, coach of doubles pairs Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe as well as Michael Venus and Nikola mektić!
Make sure to check out the Australian Open PREVIEW FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms!
In this episode:
Summary
Coach Dan Kiernan shares insights from the Australian Open 2025 so far, discussing the dynamics of practice, player entitlement, and the emotional journey of qualifiers.
He highlights the importance of player development, particularly focusing on Irina Sabalenka's unique slice technique, and reflects on the emerging talents in tennis.
Many listener question are answered LIVE during the episode with a shout out! If you want to be named and have your question read out in the next LIVE episode during the Australian Open Round Ups submit your questions to our instagram @ctc.podcast or join us LIVE and talk to Dan whilst he is in Melbourne!
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Australian Open 2025
08:15 Player Development: The Sabalenka Slice
15:18 Alex Di Minaurs Slam Chances
22:12 New Doubles Teams and Their Potential
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We´re just a few hours away now from the first Grand Slam of the 2025 tennis calendar.
We´ve brought our panel back together to preview what we can expect from the Australian Open.
Joining Control the Controllables host Dan Kiernan to discuss everything from the Djokovic-Murray team-up, Nick Kyrgios´ return to Grand Slam tennis, players to watch and their picks for the titles, are:-
Denmark´s Davis Cup Captain and 2012 Wimbledon Mens Doubles Champion Freddie Nielsen.GB Coach Calvin Betton who is currently working with Wimbledon Champions Henry Patten & Harri Heliövaara.Sports broadcaster and former CNN anchor Candy ReidWe want to hear who you think will be this years Australian Open Champions! Tag @ctc.podcast on Instagram or email us and let us know who you´re backing!
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With 2024 coming to an end, we´re looking back at some of our favourite moments of the Control the Controllables Podcast.
Listen to Host Dan Kiernan and producer Vicki Kiernan share clips from some of the standout stories and key learnings from our amazing guests this year.
They chat through some of their special moments including hosting our first Live Show in London in April, to daily Lives on YouTube from the WTA finals in Saudi Arabia, and winning the Best Tennis & Rackets Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards!
A big thank you to listening to the show, and wishing you a Happy New Year and a healthy and happy 2025!
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Head here for links to our favourite moments of 2024 and to find out what are your most listened to episodes of the year ❤️
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In this week´s episode, we speak to former GB tennis player and TV presenter Dan Lobb.
Dan played professionally for 2 years before joining Sky Sports as a presenter and later moving to GMTV. He was Sports Editor on ITV´s replacement breakfast programme Daybreak, before becoming co-presenter of the main show.
He has since produced the heartwarming documentary Silver Servers, which tells the story of 4 players in their 80´s and 90´s who are still travelling the world competing in ITF events.
Dan reflects on his experiences in the world of television and tennis, sharing insights from his time on the 2011 season of Strictly Come Dancing, and the importance of community in tennis.
He also discusses his friendship with a remarkable tennis player called Leonid from Ukraine, and the lessons learned about controlling what one can do in life.
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In this week´s episode we have the second edition of our CTC Real series, uncovering and exploring the real side of tennis.
Dan discusses two of the biggest stories in tennis the past couple of weeks (and possibly of the year): Iga Swiatek´s failed doping test and Sir Andy Murray joining Djokovic´s coaching team.
He´s joined by GB player Ben Jones who is currently No.214 in the world in doubles, who gives us some interesting stories about what life is really like on the Futures Tour. Ben also discusses the significance of having supportive fellow players to travel with.
Dan is then joined by Sarah Borwell from Tennis Smart/Keystone Sports to talk about the new NCAA tennis structure. They discuss the impact of the changes in NCAA rules, the tournament calendar and scholarships on the future of college tennis.
In this series, we'll be bringing you some of the stories you might not have spotted in the world of tennis, from the top level all the way down to the lowest level of professional tennis that rarely gets a mention.
Let us know what you think of the series and what you would like to see on the next editions of the show!
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In today´s episode, GB´s Jacob Fearnley shares his journey to becoming a top 100 ATP player, reflecting on the surreal experience of his recent success.
Jacob graduated from Texas Christian University (TCU) in May this year, with his team winning the NCAA´s. By October, he was ranked 98 in the world, winning 27 out of 28 ATP Challenger matches along the way.
Jacob joins CTC host Dan Kiernan to discuss the challenges and triumphs he´s faced so far in his tennis journey. He shares insights from his experiences playing against top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Yannik Sinner as a junior, and what it was like taking on Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon this summer.
Jacob also discusses:-
The importance of naivety and lack of pressure starting out.The influence of his family, particularly his grandparents on his tennis journeyThe role of College Tennis in his development and it´s rise as a legitimate pathway for players.The significance of having supportive coachesThe importance of a strong mindset and goal setting, and the influence of Andy Murray on his career.This is a fascinating listen for players and parents!
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Our Final LIVE episode on the WTA Finals, reflecting on the action in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and talking about the positives and negatives from the tournament and how it was ran as well as looking back and Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's WINNING the WTA Finals.
This is the final of the shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Our FULL episode #240 with former CNN sports anchor Candy Reid who has incredible stories to tell and has interviewed superstars such as Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Tiger Woods and much more!
In This Episode:
Dan reflects on the WTA Finals held in Riyadh, discussing the event's successes, cultural insights, areas for improvement, and the importance of supporting women in sports.
He emphasises the positive atmosphere among players, the need for better logistical arrangements, and the significance of building a supportive tennis culture in Britain.
Dan also highlights the impact of the event on local communities and the importance of promoting women's achievements in sports.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome and Overview of the Event
06:07 Cultural Insights and Personal Experiences
11:54 Team Dynamics and Sportsmanship
18:52 Impact of the Event on Saudi Arabia and Women's Tennis
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In today´s episode we speak to broadcaster and former CNN sports anchor Candy Reid.
Candy shares her remarkable journey from a promising tennis player to a successful broadcaster, running a tennis academy, and now Commentator and Podcast Host.
With years of experience in the industry, Candy has interviewed the biggest names in tennis—Rafa Nadal, Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, and many more! She shares the inside story of how she broke into sports broadcasting, her early days on the tennis court, and the dedication and sacrifices it took to rise to success at CNN.
Packed with incredible stories, Candy recounts unforgettable moments, from dancing with Novak Djokovic to an entire day filming with Serena Williams. The conversation also touches on the pressures of competition, the common traits of successful athletes, the challenges of balancing career and family life, and the evolving role of women in sports media. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!
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Check out Candy’s podcast ‘Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach’ including the episode with Dan Kiernan whilst out in China. Listen here. SotoTennis AcademyWatch clips from the episode on YouTubeMentioned in this episode:
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Day 12 and the final LIVE podcast from the WTA Finals in Riyadh. A special edition joined by the CHAMPIONS of the WTA Finals, Gaby Dabrowksi and Erin Routliffe hours after winning the finals match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!
This is the final of the shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms and YouTube!
In the Episode:
Dan celebrates the achievements of beating Siniaková and Townsend 7-5 6-3 in the WTA FINALS FINAL joined with Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe, the newly crowned WTA Finals doubles champions.
The discussion covers their journey through the tournament, their reflections on playing in Riyadh, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. The champions answer questions sent in by our listeners via our social media and share insights into their preparation, the challenges they faced, and their future aspirations in tennis.
The conversation highlights the significance of their victory in the context of women's tennis and the impact it has on inspiring future generations.
Dan also wraps up the tournament, reflecting on Coco Gauff's resilient performance in the singles finals, how the tournament was ran, crowd atmosphere and final thoughts before going off to celebrate the victory!
Chapters
00:00 Celebrating Champions: WTA Finals Highlights
04:03 Gaby and Erin Join to talk about them winning the WTA Finals!
05:33 Gaby and Erin Answering Questions about the Victory and the Year
11:32 Reflecting on Overcoming Challenges: The Journey to Victory
17:09 Personal Moments: Celebrations and Memories
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Day 11 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals. The night before the WTA Finals final for doubles and singles!
Joined by elite tennis analyst for players such as Coco Gauff, Holger Rune, Stefanos Tsitsipas and more! Here to break down how Gauff made it to the final and improved her games, the doubles match in the final and much more in detailed analysis to listen out for!
You can check out the video format of each of these LIVE podcasts on YouTube by searching 'Control the Contollables Podcast' all available NOW.
Episode with Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe directly after WINNING the WTA Finals is also OUT NOW on our YouTube channel and will be out on all podcast platforms Sunday 10th November so watch out!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms and YouTube!
In This Episode:
Dan and Mike discuss the highlights of the tennis tournament in Riyadh, focusing on the performances of Coco Gauff and Zheng. Mike James provides insights into Gauff's impressive play and her potential to dominate women's tennis.
Dan also talks about the finals taking place and the emotions and feeling before a final!
The conversation also touches on the ATP Finals and the dynamics of the tournament, including the unique atmosphere and fan engagement compared to other events!
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Day 11 in Riyadh
02:48 Coco Gauff's Impressive Performance
11:47 Analyzing the Final Matchup of Gauff and Zheng and Gaby and Erins final match
17:47 Insights on WTA Finals and Player Development and Mike congratulating Dan
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Day 10 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals joined by the agent of Andrey Rublev, Alex De Minaur and Daria Kasatkina, John Morris! Live from the ATP Finals in Turin!
Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms and YouTube!
In This Episode:
In this conversation, Dan is joined by John Morris, a sports agent, who provides insights into player management, the challenges faced by athletes, and the importance of being prepared for high-stakes matches.
John Morris talks about what happens behind the scenes when one of his players, Daria Kasatkina, gets called up last minute for the WTA Finals.
John Morris also talks about the feeling players such as Rublev and De Minaur have to end of year events such as the ATP Finals and the importance of these compared to Grand Slams. As well as his players aims for the year and how Novak Djokovic withdrawing effects his players.
The discussion also touches on the cultural changes in Saudi Arabia regarding women's rights, the commercial opportunities for players, and the overall experience of the tournament in Riyadh compared to Turin.
Dan also talks about the Gaby and Erins 3rd win in a row in the group stage as they get ready and prepare for their semi-finals battle against Melichar-Martinez and Perez!
Predictions for the finals and reflections on the tournament's significance are also shared.
Dan also discusses the audiences during the finals as well as Coco Gauff being one of the first to speak out about her concerns before coming to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
A really great insight into the behind the scenes of what happens when tennis players make it to these prestigious events in terms of sponsorships, reaching out to brands and much more!
Chapters
00:00 WTA Finals Overview and Key Matches
02:57 Insights from John Morris on Player Management
05:56 Performance Analysis: Players and Conditions
08:45 ATP Finals Preview and Player Insights
11:54 Commercial Importance of ATP Finals
14:43 Cultural Impact of Tennis in Saudi Arabia
17:47 Final Predictions and Closing Thoughts
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Day 9 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals joined by the sister of Erin Routliffe, Tara Routliffe.
Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!
In This Episode:
Dan is joined by Tara Routliffe who is also out in Riyadh and is here who share her experiences and insights from the WTA tournament in Riyadh.
Tara discusses the luxurious treatment of players, the cultural adjustments required in Saudi Arabia, and the importance of humour and camaraderie within the team, sharing insight into Erin Routliffe and Gaby Dabrowski's training camp.
Tara gives a great insight into a different perspective of being at the WTA Finals, supporting her sister and her experience of Riyadh.
The conversation also discusses women's rights in the region, predictions for the tournament, and fan interactions, culminating in Tara's reflections on her time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Finishes with Dan reviewing the latest results, what this means for the rest of the tournament and player to look out for.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Episode
02:29 Tara's Experience in Riyadh
05:18 Insights on Women's Rights and Local Culture
07:23 The Importance of Humor and Team Dynamics
11:08 Quickfire Round: Experiences in Riyadh
16:10 Predictions for the Tournament
18:27 Fan Questions and Lighthearted Moments
24:08 Tara's Favorite Moments and Reflections
26:37 Wrap-Up and Future Plans
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Day 8 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals including Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's incredible comeback win against Paolini and Errani.
Which also secures them top of the white group and therefore through to the semi-finals!
Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!
In this episode:
Dan Kiernan discusses the impressive rollercoaster match and comeback of Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe in their match against Paolini and Errani. He analyses their performance, the tactical shifts made during the match, and the importance of mindset in doubles tennis.
The conversation also touches on the performances of other players, including Jess Pegula and Coco Gauff, and looks ahead to upcoming matches and tournament predictions.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome and Reflections on the WTA Finals and Gaby and Erins match
09:20 Tactical Insights: Understanding Opponent Strategies
18:24 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Predictions
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Day 7 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals!
Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!
In This Episode:
Dan discusses the ongoing WTA finals in Riyadh, highlighting the challenges and lack of fan engagement and attendance during the matches in Riyadh, the performances of various players, and the emergence of superstars in tennis.
He reflects on the importance of live sports and the need for better strategies to attract local fans, particularly in the context of the significant investment made in the event. The conversation also touches on the global representation of tennis players and the potential for growth in South America.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Lack of attendance during matches
05:35 Tennis Matches and Player Performances
11:44 Superstars of Tennis and Global Representation
17:57 Future of Tennis in South America and Upcoming Matches
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Day 6 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up following Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's 1st win of the WTA Finals!
Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These are shorter episode aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!
Joined by fan favourite and former Wimbledon Men's Doubles champion Frederik Nielsen to talk about the WTA Finals so far and comparing it to his ATP Finals experience when he played in the Finals.
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In This Episode:
Dan and Freddie discuss the days action at the WTA Finals from a coach and spectator perspective, with Freddie reflecting on their experiences in ATP Finals, the atmosphere of the events in Saudi, and analysing player performances, particularly focusing on Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff.
They delve into technical aspects of the players' games, offering insights on areas for improvement and the challenges of making changes to established techniques.
And of course reflecting on Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's 1st win in straight sets(7-6, 6-4).
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the WTA Finals
00:57 Freddie Nielsen's ATP Finals Experience
02:42 The Atmosphere of Finals
07:10 Analysing Current Matches and Players including Gaby and Erin's
09:44 Coco Gauff's Performance and Potential
17:47 Technical Insights on Player Development
25:06 Match Previews and Predictions
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Mentioned in this episode:
Help us Win Best Tennis Podcast!
We´re so excited that Control the Controllables is a finalist at the Sports Podcast Awards! We´ve been nominated for Best Tennis & Racket Podcast and we´d love it if you could vote for us!Vote for us via the link below (it only takes a couple of minutes) and please pass on the link around as much as you can! Thank you for all your support 🙏🏻
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Day 5 of our DAILY Riyadh Round Up during the WTA Finals and match play has begun!
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These shorter episode aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!
In This Episode:
Dan and former CNN sports broadcaster Candy Reid discuss the ongoing WTA Finals, reviewing the matches from Day 1 of match play, analysing player performances and making predictions for upcoming matches.
They delve into coaching changes, player dynamics, and the impact of doubles play on singles performance. The discussion highlights key players like Sabalenka, Gauff, and Pegula, while also exploring the strategies that may influence the outcomes of the tournament. Also reviewing the matches from the Singles Purple group.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the WTA Finals Live Stream
04:21 Coaching Changes and Player Performances
10:24 Doubles Match Preview and Player Dynamics
16:13 Final Thoughts and Predictions
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Mentioned in this episode:
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Day 4 of our DAILY Riyadh Round Ups during the WTA Finals!
Watch LIVE each day 8pm GMT on our YouTube channel 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!
These shorter episodes aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!
In this episode:
Todays episode is focused around building the ULTIMATE WTA player by analysing various skills and attributes of top players, emphasising the significance of mentality and personality in tennis.
Categories include:
Serve
Backhand
Forehand
Slice
Volleys and coming forward
Defence
Personality
Dan talks about the training of the day and players he has spoken to whilst out in Riyadh and the importance of innovation in sports. The conversation concludes by answering live viewers questions with thoughts on the future of players and the sport.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the WTA Finals
05:07 Building the Ultimate WTA Player
24:36 Recap of the Ultimate Player Attributes
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Mentioned in this episode:
Help us Win Best Tennis Podcast!
We´re so excited that Control the Controllables is a finalist at the Sports Podcast Awards! We´ve been nominated for Best Tennis & Racket Podcast and we´d love it if you could vote for us!Vote for us via the link below (it only takes a couple of minutes) and please pass on the link around as much as you can! Thank you for all your support 🙏🏻
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