The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

Jimmy Arias joins to recap 2026 Roland Garros, where Alexander Zverev and Mirra Andreeva were victorious in Paris. Arias discusses how Zverev was able to conquer the demons and Flavio Cobolli to win his first major title, and what it means for the German going forward now that he is a slam champion. The broadcaster dissects Andreeva's championship-run and potential to be a major force, and explains why finalist Maja Chwalinska is his new favorite player as well.

Arias dives into all the top storylines in tennis including Serena Williams' comeback, and whether or not the G.O.A.T. will be playing singles soon. The commentator reviews the Roland Garros performances of Jakub Mensik, Joao Fonseca, and Rafael Jodar, previews what to expect from Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon, and tries to make sense of Jannik Sinner's struggles in the heat. And Arias predicts which American man is best positioned to have a good run on the grass. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Chanda Rubin joins the podcast to discuss the final weekend of Roland Garros 2026, where everyone should expect the unexpected. Rubin explains what went wrong for Aryna Sabalenka in her quarterfinal collapse vs. Diana Shnaider, and dissects Mirra Andreeva's dominant win over Marta Kostyuk. The Tennis Channel broadcaster reflects on Andreeva's special bond with her Hall of Fame Coach Conchita Martinez, and reacts to Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska's improbable run to the Final in Paris.

Rubin also discusses Alexander Zverev's golden opportunity for his first slam title, and points out how the imposing German can handle his nerves under pressure. The former Top-10 player also shares her thoughts on Jakub Mensik's impressive journey to the Roland Garros semifinals, and gives her keys to the match in the all-Italian affair between Flavio Cobolli and Matteo Arnaldi. Rubin previews the women's final between Andreeva and Chwalinska, and gives her thoughts on Serena Williams' comeback to tennis as the 23-time major champion is set to play doubles with Victoria Mboko at next week's Queen's Club tournament. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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ATP writer Sam Jacot joins the podcast to discuss all the drama at Roland Garros, where the tennis keeps delivering and the chaos keeps coming. Jacot recaps Joao Fonseca's impressive wins over Novak Djokovic and Casper Ruud, and explains how the Brazilian teenager's game has come together in Paris. The journalist also reacts to the brutal call that went against Casper Ruud, and dives into the weight of expectation on Alexander Zverev as the favorite to win his first major title. And Jacot analyzes the rise of young players Jakub Mensik and Rafael Jodar, who have each reached their first major quarterfinal at Roland Garros.

Jacot also dives into to the women's action, where Marta Kostyuk took out four-time champ Iga Swiatek. The writer explains what went wrong for Swiatek and looks ahead to an electric QF matchup between Kostyuk and her Ukrainian countrywoman Elina Svitolina. The guys debate whether it's Aryna Sabalenka's tournament to lose, whether Mirra Andreeva can secure her first slam title, or whether more upsets will rain down in Paris. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Barstool Hubbs joins the podcast to react to one of the most shocking upsets in tennis history, as Jannik Sinner faltered in the heat and lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in the second round of Roland Garros. Hubbs breaks down how the sun continues to cause Sinner problems, and what it means for the men's draw that suddenly appears to be open for the taking. The Barstool Sports personality reacts to Ben Shelton's loss, Frances Tiafoe and Learner Tien's chances to keep advancing, and whether Alexander Zverev, Novak Djokovic, Joao Fonseca or others can can seize this valuable moment.

Hubbs weighs in on the women's draw where Iga Swiatek is most likely thanking her lucky stars that Jelena Ostapenko lost, and Elena Rybakina crashed out in the second round. The commentator previews a 3rd round showdown between Iva Jovic and Naomi Osaka, and assesses the early round for of Aryna Sabalenka, Amanda Anisimova and Coco Gauff. And Hubbs gives his assessment of French teenager Moise Kouame, who captivated the local fans in Paris. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Brett Connors joins the podcast to recap an entertaining first round at Roland Garros, where Americans Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula were knocked out. Connors reacts to another early exit for Daniil Medvedev, Learner Tien's impressive game on clay, and Casper Ruud finding a way to survive and advance. The producer and podcast host looks at Novak Djokovic's path to a deep run, Alexander Zverev's opportunity to finally change the narrative, and who can challenge Jannik Sinner's quest for the career-slam.

Connors also dives into the women's draw, where we are on the verge of Iga Swiatek facing Jelena Ostapenko, who she has never beaten. The co-host of "Advantage Connors" discusses Mirra Andreeva and Iva Jovic's potential, the unfortunate injury to Alexander BlockX that involved the Roland Garros tarp, and some R2 matches he has his eyes on. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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