Monday Match Analysis

Gill Gross, Hog Media

The most in-depth tennis analysis on the internet. Draw previews, match breakdowns, breaking news, comment mailbags and more. Gill Gross is a broadcaster for Tennis Channel, US Open Radio, Cracked Racquets and UC San Diego. He graduated from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University.

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Feb 8, 2021 · 36 min
Australian Open 2021 Preview + Predictions | Monday Match Analysis
We've waited longer than usual (in more ways than one), but the Australian Open preview is here. Gill Gross breaks down the draw quarter-by-quarter: quarterfinal predictions, dark horses, upset alerts and popcorn matchups. Top-seeded Novak Djokovic seeks his 9th Australian Open title, in a quarter with Alexander Zverev, occasional kryptonite Stan Wawrinka, and big-serving Milos Raonic. Dominic Thiem looks to back up last year's run at the final with another strong showing, as Pablo Carreno Busta
Jan 29, 2021 · 29 min
Predicting the ATP Cup, Scientifically | Monday Match Analysis
The inaugural ATP Cup gave us some of the best matches and moments of 2020. Now we run it back, as tour-level tennis resumes with a 12-team field in Melbourne. Gill creates a special formula to power rank the teams and project the tournament. The stat of the week powered by DB4 Tennis explores the Big 3's quest for the double grand slam. Finally, notes from a documentary on Andrey Rublev (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNcEsVbhIx8&t=1222s), Rafael Nadal's interview with CNN (https://www.youtube
Jan 24, 2021 · 52 min
Did Djokovic Deserve Criticism for Tiley Letter? | Mailbag Ep. 14
Gill answers your tennis comments, including: did Novak Djokovic get unfairly targeted after sending suggestions to Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley, will players be unable to reach a high level of play during Australian Open 2021, who are Djokovic's biggest threats, does the quarantine favor older or younger players, what's the prettiest one-handed backhand of all time, why Medvedev is next up on grass, should Roger Federer play the clay court season, would 2008 French Open Rafael Nadal win or
Jan 18, 2021 · 28 min
The AO Quarantine Crisis | Monday Match Analysis
Controversy has struck the Australian Open, as well over 50 players are affected by positive tests on their charter flights to Australia, resulting in mandated 14-day quarantines in their hotel rooms. Warring perspectives have emerged; some taking the side of disgruntled players and others defending Tennis Australia and the Victorian government, while chiding players for their attitudes. I argue for both sides. The debacle has also exposed the communication issues that exist in tennis. Meanwhile
Jan 11, 2021 · 25 min
Preseason Top 10 Prediction for 2021 | Monday Match Analysis
It's time to predict the ATP Top 10 for 2021. Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer look to continue to fend off the fast-improving younger generation. The aforementioned crop of players--- Alexander Zverev, Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Andrey Rublev--- seek a breakthrough. Dominic Thiem has already ascended into the elite tier, but perhaps he can go higher. All the projections are here, in my top 10 prediction. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/
Jan 1, 2021 · 34 min
Previewing Tennis in 2021 with Jon Wertheim | Monday Match Analysis
A New Years interview edition of MMA with Jon Wertheim of Tennis Channel, Sports Illustrated and 60 Minutes. We discuss what we learned about dealing with tennis during the pandemic in 2020, why tennis politics has been left unchanged this offseason, how the upcoming Australian Open will be held, bold predictions for 2021 including an first-time slam winner and Roger Federer's retirement, the future of analytics in tennis, and interviewing Jerry Seinfeld. --- Support this podcast: https://pod
Dec 29, 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Looking Ahead to 2021 | Mailbag Ep. 13
Gill responds to your comments, including: why is Dominic Thiem upset prone, will Andrey Rublev continue to ascend, which Big 3 member had the best "worst year", who are some ATP players primed for a big 2021, who is the comeback player of the year favorite, expectations for Carlos Alcaraz, does Roger Federer still have one slam left, who is most likely to resurface as a contender between Stan Wawrinka, Andy Murray and Juan Martin Del Potro, is Djokovic's post-hiatus form concerning, best volle
Dec 19, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
ATP Top 10 Offseason Wishlist w/ Alex Gruskin | Monday Match Analysis
On a special holiday edition of Monday Match Analysis, I'm joined by Cracked Racquets editor and host Alex Gruskin to assemble an offseason wish list for the ATP's top ten, heading into 2021. 2:31 - Novak Djokovic 8:22 - Rafael Nadal 15:05 - Dominic Thiem 22:55 - Daniil Medvedev 28:32 - Roger Federer 35:45 - Stefanos Tsitsipas 39:43 - Alexander Zverev 44:53 - Andrey Rublev 48:45 - Diego Schwartzman & Mateo Berretini 51:30 - Gael Monfils 52:06 - Jannik Sinner 53:34 - Nick Kyrgios 54:33 - Americ
Dec 8, 2020 · 32 min
Towel-Handling, Electronic Lines Calling & Empty Stadiums | Monday Match Analysis ft. Blair Henley
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed tennis's most basic aesthetics. From the death of ballperson towel-handling to electronic line calling (Hawk-Eye Live), to the absence of crowds. I chat with Blair Henley, a freelance host and writer who's on-site at many of the biggest ATP and WTA events each year, about how these changes affect the competition, and how some could be permanent. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support
Nov 30, 2020 · 40 min
The 2020 Monday Match Analysis Awards
Gill Gross hosts the third annual Monday Match Analysis Awards, honoring the great achievements and moments of the year 2020 on the ATP Tour. Categories include: Best Shot, Story of the Year, Comeback Player OTY, Best Single-Match Comeback, Most Improved Player, Newcomer OTY, Best Tournament Run, Best Upset, Best Performance, Match OTY, and Plyer OTY. Feel free to leave comments with your personal awards! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysi
Nov 29, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
Does Dominic Thiem Choke in Big Finals? | Mailbag Ep. 12
I answer your comments! Including: the best-of-three vs. best-of-five debate, where will Jannik Sinner be ranked at this time next year, will future players develop both a one and two-handed backhand, should players make matches physical against the Big 3, the next-gen on grass, can Daniil Medvedev get to world #2, which ATP player could I take the most games off of, the curse of winning the ATP Finals, will Dominic Thiem have a better career than Andy Murray when it's all over, is Thiem's 2-7 r
Nov 23, 2020 · 44 min
Medvedev Outlasts Thiem, Lifts ATP Finals Trophy, Joel Drucker | Monday Match Analysis
Daniil Medvedev picked up his career-best title at the 2020 Nitto ATP Finals, with three-set comeback win over Dominic Thiem. The Russian continued to astound and confound with his unpredictable tactics. Both Medvedev and Thiem beat Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal en route to the final, so I discuss the state of Big 3 dominance. Lastly, I catch up with tennis.com writer Joel Drucker, to get his thoughts on the final. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-mat
Nov 17, 2020 · 47 min
ATP Finals Opening Match Roundup | Monday Match Analysis Podcast
Recapping and breaking down all the action from the first two days of the 2020 Nitto ATP Finals in London. 1:07 - Dominic Thiem vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas 15:07 - Rafael Nadal vs. Andrey Rublev 25:47 - Novak Djokovic vs. Diego Schwartzman 33:15 - Alexander Zverev vs. Daniil Medvedev --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support
Nov 13, 2020 · 30 min
ATP Finals 2020 Preview | Monday Match Analysis
The last tournament of the year is here, but as always, the Nitto ATP Finals is unlikely to disappoint. The top-8 players in the world, excluding Federer, will be in action. For round-robin play, Group Tokyo consists of Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Daniil Medvedev and Diego Schwartzman, while Group London features Rafael Nadal, Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Andrey Rublev. My preview and predictions... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-
Nov 3, 2020 · 1 hr
Paris Masters 2020 Preview, Rublev Stays Hot, Jeff Salzenstein | Monday Match Analysis
On this week's MMA, a quarter-by-quarter preview of the 2020 Paris-Bercy Masters, where Rafael Nadal looks to add a new trophy to his collection. Plus, Andrey Rublev won his 5th title of 2020 in Vienna. Why can't anyone beat the Russian? Lastly, Jeff Salzenstein of tennisevolution.com joins MMA to discuss the 2020 French Open Final, Djokovic's year-end number one, Rublev and Alexander Zverev. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support
Oct 31, 2020 · 35 min
Zverev Accused of Domestic Abuse, Sonego Crushes Djokovic | Mailbag Ep. 11
On this week's Mailbag: thoughts on accusations of Zverev's domestic abuse and his impending fatherhood, Rafael Nadal's chances of winning Paris-Bercy, short analysis of Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, is Daniil Medvedev Andy Murray or Gilles Simon, is Djokovic the GOAT if he breaks every single record, Lorenzo Sonego's win over Novak Djokovic, hawk-eye live, is there an anti-Rafa bias because of clay court dominance, and the fittest players on tour. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.
Oct 20, 2020 · 58 min
Rublev & Zverev Add Titles, McCormick on ATP's Future Business Plan | Monday Match Analysis
In a pair of ATP 250 finals from Sunday, Andrey Rublev beat Borna Coric in St. Petersburg, for his 4th title of the season (1:29). Alexander Zverev cruised by Felix Auger Aliassime in Cologne, dropping FAA to 0-6 in tour-level finals (12:13). Bret McCormick of the Sports Business Journal joins Monday Match Analysis to discuss a document he obtained detailing the ATP's business plan for 2022 and beyond (21:13). We also discuss the Professional Tennis Players Association, the emerging linecalling
Oct 15, 2020 · 59 min
Why I Can't Predict the Slam Race, Djokovic's Fitness, Nadal's Next Decision | Mailbag Ep. 10
I answer your comments, including: how many Slams will the NextGen win in 2021, should Rafael Nadal play any more tournaments this season, which nation has the best prospects, is Andrey Rublev too one-dimensional, can Nadal beat Djokovic on hardcourt with newfound confidence, should their be a year-end #1 this year, what should Jannik Sinner improve, Rafa's health, does Slam distribution matter, do we have recency bias, is Dominic Thiem better on hard court than clay, is Australian Open 2021 mus
Oct 14, 2020 · 32 min
Steve Flink on French Open 2020 | Monday Match Analysis
Hall of Fame tennis writer Steve Flink joins Monday Match Analysis to discuss the 2020 French Open, including Rafael Nadal's victory over Novak Djokovic in the final, plus Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support
Oct 12, 2020 · 34 min
Nadal Outclasses Djokovic in RG Final, Ties Federer with 20th Major Title | Monday Match Analysis
Rafael Nadal won his record 13th French Open title in a dominant straight-set victory over Novak Djokovic on Sunday in Paris. The victory is Nadal's 20th slam, tying Roger Federer for the all-time record. I breakdown how Nadal turned this highly anticipated final into a one-sided showcase. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monday-match-analysis/support