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Today · 1 hr 20 min
Tennis Channel and TYPTI founder, Steve Bellamy, on how to save tennis
I sat down with Steve Bellamy to discuss the future of tennis and his new sport, which he claims will do a lot for tennis...TYPTI. TYPTI is growing fast in the US and allows a full tennis swing and style of play...on a pickleball court. Read more about TYPTI and get the gear so you can try it for yourself.
July 19 · 31 min
Racquet pod from the Swedish Open
Henrik Wallensten and I followed our yearly tradition of spending a few days at the Swedish Open (where we also end up playing/training daily). We enjoyed the tennis and had some gear stuff to discuss, but also came up with some ideas on how to save doubles and talk about the current state of Swedish tennis. The pod was recorded in a car, and you can watch some footage on YouTube. Sorry for the sound quality, but had to filter out the road noise!
May 19 · 42 min
Tim Puttock, Director of R&D at Prince on the new Tour racquets
Tim Puttock is back on the podcast to talk about the new Prince Tours and some other products in the pipeline at Prince. We also get into common misconceptions around tennis equipment and how we can get more people to play and stay in the sport for longer. Check out our review of the new Prince Tour racquets on YouTube. Or read about them on Tennisnerd.net
February 24 · 51 min
Max Bauer from HEAD about the new Boom and the HEAD Squared
Max Bauer is the Senior Global Product Manager for HEAD Tennis Racquets. He sat down with me to talk about the intense release schedule of 2026, of the new HEAD Booms and how AI helped in the design process, and we also get into the new HEAD Squared, which is a completely new racquet outside the other franchises. We also get into how difficult it is to get pro players to switch to a new racquet and much more.
January 18 · 1 hr 33 min
Talking racquet troubles with Nikola Aracic
Nikola Aracic from the popular YouTube channel, Intuitive Tennis, is back on the channel to talk racquets, tennis news, predictions and the Australian Open. Nikola is always insightful and opinionated and makes for a good listen! I hope you like it.
Dec 31, 2025 · 52 min
The Gear Pod with Henrik Wallensten
Davis Cup stringer and gear expert, Henrik Wallensten, is back to talk about gear. We summarize the year a bit, talk about the new Yonex VCOREs and his latest switch ot the Speed. He also gives his opinions about the new Adidas Barricade 14.
Nov 20, 2025 · 33 min
Changing your racquet - Daniel Rutkowski joins me to discuss the process
Switching to a new racquet comes with its own set of mental and technical hurdles. My friend and excellent tennis player, Daniel Rutkowski, and I discuss the process of going from a more classical control racquet to a more modern, powerful racquet. You can also find our conversation in video format on our YouTube channel. If you like to see more discussions like this, please comment below.
Sep 3, 2025 · 1 hr
Rubin Statham, ex ATP Pro and Founder of Pro Stringer
Rubin Statham’s story reads like a classic tennis hustle: a decade-plus on the road representing New Zealand in the Davis Cup, grinding out Challengers, then channeling all that lived pain (and string bills!) into a product players actually need. He retired in December and is now full-time at the helm of Pro Stringer - portable, pro-grade stringing machines you’ve likely seen popping up in player lounges and, yes, even on trains.
Aug 17, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
Petros Tsitsipas, on shifting focus, brotherhood, doubles strategy and gear
Petros Tsitsipas has spent most of his career carving out a place on the doubles tour, often alongside his brother Stefanos, but in recent months, he has been shifting his focus back to singles. I recently had the chance to sit down with him for a long conversation about life on tour, the unique dynamic of playing with siblings, the changing nature of doubles, and, of course, his gear.
Aug 6, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
Ashley Neaves, the Tennis Mentor, award-winning tennis coach
In this episode of the Tennisnerd podcast, I sit down with none other than Ashley Neaves – The Tennis Mentor – to dive into all things tennis improvement. Ashley recently crossed 100,000 subscribers on YouTube, a huge milestone that reflects his impact on club players and coaches around the world. We chat about his journey creating tennis content, what he's learned from coaching thousands of players, and how you can level up your game with smart, practical tips. One of the highlights? Ashley introduces his brand new Tennis Training Deck – a unique tool designed to help players of all levels structure their practice sessions and improve faster. Whether you're a weekend warrior, an aspiring competitor, or a coach looking for fresh ideas, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and actionable advice.
Jul 29, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min
Alexander Ritschard, ATP Top 100 player on racquets, tour life and more
I had the pleasure of chatting with Swiss-American ATP pro Alexander Ritschard, who’s working hard to come back from a tricky shoulder injury. You might remember Alexander from his breakout 2024 season, where he captured three Challenger titles and looked set for a steady rise up the rankings. But, as tennis so often reminds us, nothing is guaranteed, and an unlucky muscle tear put him on the sidelines. We went deep in this conversation — not just about his comeback, but about the mindset, routines, and tough realities that come with life on the professional tennis circuit.
Jun 19, 2025 · 56 min
Tamara Zidansek, WTA top 30 and Grand Slam Semi-Finalist
In this episode, WTA pro Tamara Zidanšek gets real about life on tour. From the mental battles and injury setbacks to the constant surface changes and pressure of rankings—she doesn’t hold back. We talk about confidence, coaching, journaling, and what it really takes to stay in the game. She also reflects on her deep run at the 2021 French Open and how it changed things. If you're curious about the behind-the-scenes reality of pro tennis, this one’s a must-listen.
Jun 11, 2025 · 1 hr 52 min
Nikola Aracic on Alcaraz vs Sinner and his frustrating racquet journey
Nikola Aracic from Intuitive Tennis returns to the pod to recap the French Open 2025. We discuss the amazing Alcaraz vs. Sinner match, Sabalenka's salty speech, why women should play five sets, why even pros struggle with their racquets, and delve in-depth into Nikola's frustrating racquet testing journey.
May 13, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Christopher Clarey about The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and his Kingdom of Clay
Christopher Clarey is a tennis writer with decades of experience of interviewing and reporting on the best players in the world. He is a New York Times bestselling author with the book The Master, about Roger Federer's astonishing career. Now he has written The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and his Kingdom of Clay, a book that is a biography of Rafa, but also of the tournament and place where he won 14 of his Grand Slam titles, Roland Garros. Read more about The Warrior. Purchase The Warrior.
May 4, 2025 · 54 min
The Racquet Pod with Henrik
Henrik Wallensten, Davis Cup stringer, racquet tester, and tennis journalist, joins the pod again to talk about the latest experiments and the never-ending racquet tinkering madness. Are you looking for a new racquet or string? Check out our page about recommended racquets or strings on Tennisnerd.net. And don't forget our exclusive deals and discounts.
Apr 26, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Karue Sell on chasing dreams, dealing with injuries, and his racquet switch
Pro player and YouTuber Karue Sell is back on the podcast to talk about his latest adventures on the Challenger Tour and coming back from his recent injury. We also get into his racquet change and the YouTuber life. Karue is, as always, entertaining and refreshingly straightforward. If you are not already subscribed, you can check out his YouTube channel here.
Apr 21, 2025 · 20 min
New racquet, Munich string tensions, Ostapenko bagel and more
I summarize an interesting week on the tennis tours and we get into some gear and tennis tech as well.
Apr 17, 2025 · 52 min
ATP Pro Turned Author, Conor Niland on his award-winning book, The Racket
Conor Niland is a former tennis player from Ireland who reached 129 in the world during a career with some strong highlights and lowlights, all captured beautifully in his book, "The Racket. We talk about the book and his life on tour, starting as a College player and ending up playing Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open (and with pretty much everything in between). The Racket is a fascinating read, giving you a deep look into life on the professional tennis tour and I very much enjoyed my conversation with Conor.
Apr 14, 2025 · 21 min
Pod solo for the nerds - Pro Player Strings and Tensions
I summarize the week of the Monte Carlo Masters, talk about pro player strings and tensions from the tournament, and look ahead at the coming week. In a few days, there will be a normal guest episode, don't worry :) Ps. There is a video version of this solo pod on the YouTube channel. Ds. If you are curious about the strings and tensions, here is the link to that post.
Apr 7, 2025 · 20 min
Solo pod, Monte Carlo Masters, Gear and more
Since we got good feedback on the first solo pod, I recorded a quick one from my hotel room with a preview of the Monte Carlo Masters and some gear talk. I hope you enjoy it. Don't miss our recent ATP string tension video, where we analyze some pro-player string tension trends. And as always, there is plenty of new content on tennisnerd.net Don't forget to play some tennis!