Episode 18 - Hard for Hard Courts

SummaryThe conversation covers the current state of tennis, focusing on the absence of top players, the rise of Alex De Minaur, and the impact of court speed on player performance. It also discusses upcoming tournaments, changes in mixed doubles formats, coaching controversies, and the comebacks of players like Genie Bouchard and Naomi Osaka. The hosts share predictions for the US Open and engage in fun segments, including a game of Guess Who and answering mailbag questions.Chapters00:00 Aussie Battler's Rise: Demon Season02:43 Court Speed and Player Dynamics05:40 Mixed Doubles Revamp at the US Open08:36 Sinner's Controversial Coach Rehire11:18 Monfils' Magic and Women's Tennis Highlights24:08 Retirement Reflections in Tennis26:16 Naomi Osaka's Comeback Journey28:06 The State of Women's Tennis33:48 Predictions for Upcoming Tournaments37:14 Fun Segment: Stat or Fiction?45:48 Guess Who: The Tennis Edition52:43 Swapping Lives with Tennis Stars58:35 Looking Ahead: The Future of Tennis