The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

Tennis broadcaster Candy Reid joins the podcast to recap her time covering the ATP tournament in Doha, where Carlos Alcaraz took home another title. Reid explains how Alcaraz was able to make quick-work of Arthur Fils in the final, and looks at how the World No. 1 continues to improve as he remains undefeated in 2026. The commentator also reacts to Jakub Mensik's upset win over Jannik Sinner, and analyzes what to make of Sinner's game after a lackluster performance in Doha.

Reid also recaps Tomas Martin Etcheverry's first title in Rio that saw him play two matches in one day, and gives her take on the status of The Golden Swing. The broadcaster also discusses several stories from around the game, including Stefanos Tsitsipas' struggles, the dynamic between Andrey Rublev and Marat Safin, and the coaching free-agent that could be a huge addition to some perspective players. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Journalist and podcast host Amy Lundy joins the show to recap The Delray Beach Open, where Sebastian Korda triumphed over Tommy Paul in the final. Lundy explains how Korda's game came together, and examines whether he can return to the elite ranks of the sport. The Tennis Connected writer explains what she learned from covering the event in person, from Paul's practicing habits to Fritz's decision to play the tournament, and what to like about Spanish newcomer Rafael Jodar. And Lundy also goes into great depth about why Learner Tien is here to stay, and why his movement is uniquely effective.

Lundy also weighs in on The WTA 1000 event in Dubai, where Jessica Pegula emerged victorious. She analyzes what makes Pegula effective against Amanda Anisimova, how finalist Elina Svitolina has continuously improved, and what to make of Coco Gauff's serve after some more struggles. The journalist covers the top storylines in the game as pro tennis enters North America in this lively discussion. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Nicolas Pereira returns to the podcast to recap another outstanding week of pro tennis, headlined by Ben Shelton outlasting Taylor Fritz in a thrilling Dallas Open Final. Pereira explains where Shelton has grown, and examines whether the American can continue to ascend in the men's game. The broadcaster also reacts to Karolina Muchova's huge 1000 level title in Doha, and predicts what could be in store for finalist Victoria Mboko, who makes her Top 10 debut this week at the age of 19!

Pereira also looks back at Alex De Minaur's dominant win over Felix Auger-Aliassime in Rotterdam, and discusses the recent run of withdrawals at the WTA 1000 in Dubai, as the crowded tennis calendar falls under serious scrutiny. The commentator also looks ahead to the ATP action Delray Beach and Rio, the latter of which part of the special "Golden Swing" section of tournaments in Latin America that Pereira is adamant about keeping around. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Steve Bellamy joins the podcast to explain the newest racket sport on the block, TYPTI. Bellamy details the genesis of the game several decades ago, and explains how and why it is played. Featuring a 22 inch strung racket, a 3.5 inch foam ball and played on a standard Pickleball court, TYPTI was officially launched last month and is here to stay.

Bellamy dives into TYPTI's place in the racket sports ecosystem, the origins of the sport's name, and why its scoring system is simply the best there is. And as someone who founded several sports networks such as Tennis Channel and The Surf Channel, and created the game now known as "Live Ball," Bellamy explains his way of thinking and offers some astute advice as an entrepreneur. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Abigail Johnson joins the podcast to discuss all the tennis around the globe as the 2026 season gets going. Johnson recaps the titles won on the WTA tour by Katie Boulter and Sorana Cirstea, and explains how Felix Auger-Aliassime was able to secure his 9th career ATP title in Montpellier. The broadcaster also examines what's next for Emma Raducanu, and explores how women's tennis in Czechia continues to shine after 20-year-old Sara Bejlek won her first pro tournament.

Johnson also dives into the WTA 1000 event in Doha, which has seen defending champ Amanda Anisimova and fellow American Coco Gauff bounced early. The commentator discusses where Gauff goes from here, Aryna Sabalenka's decision to skip the event, and looks at a hoist of other topics including Serena Williams' being cleared to play pro tennis at the end of the month. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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