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Match Point Canada

Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre

Welcome to Match Point Canada, Canada"s premier tennis podcast! Hosted by Canadian tennis writer and analyst Mike McIntyre and radio broadcaster and journalist Ben Lewis, Match Point Canada provides in depth weekly coverage of the ATP and WTA with a focus on Canada’s top players. They also speak with some of the biggest athletes in the sport today, including Ons Jabeur, Daniil Medvedev, Coco Gauff, Casper Ruud, Bianca Andreescu, Leylah Fernandez, Andy Roddick, Felix Auger-Aliassime, and many

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31:21

NBO Episode 3 - Gabriel Diallo

Match Point Canada ·

2023/08/10

Gabriel Diallo is our guest on episode 3 of the week at NBO Toronto! The 21-year-old from Montreal recorded his first ever main draw ATP victory here in Toronto, defeating Britain's Dan Evans, and described his emotions with the victory and how he's carved out his path as a young professional. Meantime, Milos Raonic's comeback run continues in Toronto, world no. 1 Carlos Alcaraz officially debuts, we had upsets galore on the grounds, while Felix Auger-Aliassime continues to struggle. We also look

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NBO Episode 2 - Alexis Galarneau and Raonic's Return

Match Point Canada ·

2023/08/08

He recently won his first ATP Challenger title in Granby and has broken inside the top 200! Laval's Alexis Galarneau joins Match Point Canada to discuss his recent success on tour and excitement for competing at the National Bank Open in Toronto. Meantime, we recap a thrilling Day 1 session of the tournament, headlined by Milos Raonic's return and three-set victory over world no. 10 Frances Tiafoe. Have a listen!

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31:31

2023 NBO Tournament Preview with Vasek Pospisil

Match Point Canada ·

2023/08/06

The 2023 National Bank Open is here! Action is officially underway in both Toronto and Montreal as the world's best players have landed in Canada to compete at the NBO. We preview the action that lies ahead and Mike speaks with special guest Vasek Pospisil, who's gearing up for his opening round match in Toronto. Pospisil is a Wimbledon champion in doubles and helped lead Canada to a historic Davis Cup title last fall. Meantime, we break down the player field in Toronto that is headlined by

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Episode 26 - Milos Raonic

Match Point Canada ·

2023/07/31

He's one of the best players in Canadian tennis history. Milos Raonic joins this week's episode of Match Point Canada as he goes in depth on his return to tennis with hosts Ben and Mike. Raonic discusses his long layoff from the sport, the process to getting back, his experience returning to the All England Club for the first time in four years, winning an ATP match again, and what he anticipates for the National Bank Open in Toronto. Meantime, we look ahead to both tournaments in Toronto and

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Episode 25 - Wimbledon recap with Bastien Fachan

Match Point Canada ·

2023/07/17

The third grand slam on the tennis calendar has come and gone! Spain's Carlos Alcaraz dethroned Novak Djokovic and has been anointed the new champion on the men's side, while Marketa Vondrousova stunned the tennis world by defeating Ons Jabeur for her first career major. Popular social media and content creator Bastien Fachan joins Ben as a special guest to recap all of the action, how far Alcaraz can go, who are his main rivals, Vondrousova's surprise run, Elina Svitolina's special tournament, and

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Episode 24 - Wimbledon Week 1 with Mark Masters

Match Point Canada ·

2023/07/11

We're halfway through the most prestigious and historic tennis tournament on the calendar! TSN reporter Mark Masters joins Match Point Canada this week to discuss the first week of play at the All England Club. We breakdown how the Canadians fared at Wimbledon, the final run of Milos Raonic, why Iga Swiatek can win the title, and the story of Christopher Eubanks! Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic looks in prime position to repeat again as champion. All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC.

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Episode 23 - 2023 Wimbledon Preview with Amy Lundy Dahl

Match Point Canada ·

2023/07/03

The third grand slam of the tennis calendar is upon us! The Wimbledon Championships begin at the AELTC and joining us this week is tennis journalist and podcaster Amy Lundy Dahl. We discuss why Novak Djokovic is such a strong favourite, if Iga Swiatek can solve the grass court surface, forging a love for tennis from memories of Boris Becker, and darkhorse names to watch. We also chat about the potential for runs from our Canadian players. All of that and more on our latest MPC episode!

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15:24

Special Interview with Valerie Tetreault - Caroline...

Match Point Canada ·

2023/06/29

Equal prize money is coming to Tennis Canada's National Bank Open presented by Rogers in 2027! To discuss the groundbreaking decision, Montreal's Tournament Director and former player Valerie Tetreault joins Mike McIntyre for a special interview, explaining how this came to fruition. Meantime, a former world no. 1 player and slam champion and is set to make her comeback to the WTA in Montreal! Tetreault discusses the exciting return of Caroline Wozniacki, who will officially un-retire and play in

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Episode 22 - Layne Sleeth + Grass Court Swing

Match Point Canada ·

2023/06/21

She's officially wrapped up her strong collegiate career - and will now transition as a full-time pro. Canadian tennis player Layne Sleeth joins Match Point Canada to discuss her run in college tennis, as she finished runner-up this season in the NCAA Division I Women’s Singles Tennis Championship. She now gets set for a full summer schedule of events. Meantime, the grass court swing is upon us! We break down Milos Raonic's return on the surface, Frances Tiafoe breaking inside the top 10, why Novak

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Episode 21 - 2023 Roland Garros recap with Vivek Jacob

Match Point Canada ·

2023/06/12

He's made history with the most men's grand slam singles titles of all time. Novak Djokovic set yet another record in winning the 2023 French Open, while world no. 1 Iga Swiatek was crowned champion on the women's side. Journalist Vivek Jacob of CBC Sports joins Ben and Mike to break down Novak's incredible achievements, the last two weeks at Roland Garros, how much Iga Swiatek might be capable of, and Leylah Annie Fernandez's runner-up finish in women's doubles. Meantime, Canadian Milos Raonic

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Episode 20 - 2023 Roland Garros Week 1

Match Point Canada ·

2023/06/05

We're through one week of play at 2023 Roland Garros! Hosts Ben and Mike review all the action from this year's French Open as Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Holger Rune look like prime contenders, while Iga Swiatek is aiming for a repeat on the women's side. Meanwhile, Bianca Andreescu and Denis Shapovalov both showed some positive signs by reaching the third round of action, Taylor Fritz battled with the French crowd, and controversy ensued in a doubles match. All of that and much more on

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36:13

Episode 19 - Roland Garros preview with Christopher...

Match Point Canada ·

2023/05/27

The second grand slam of the tennis calendar is officially upon us! 2023 Roland Garros action is fast underway on the red dirt in Paris. Recurring guest and best selling author and journalist Christopher Clarey joins us on Match Point Canada to break down what lies ahead at this year's edition of the French Open, and gives us a glimpse into an upcoming novel he's working on about Rafael Nadal. We offer our predictions in both the men's and women's field, what the Canadians are capable of, and

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42:33

Episode 18 - Gill Gross

Match Point Canada ·

2023/05/23

He's a broadcaster for Tennis Channel and famous for his match recaps and analysis! Gill Gross joins Match Point Canada as a guest this week to break down all the action through the clay court swing. Daniil Medvedev won his first ever clay court title, defeating Holger Rune for the title in Rome, while Elena Rybakina captured the event on the women's side, winning her second WTA1000 of the season. We discuss our top contenders with Roland Garros around the corner, what the French Open will look

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Episode 17 - Rob Steckley

Match Point Canada ·

2023/05/09

He is one of the foremost coaches in Canadian tennis! Former player and coach Rob Steckley returns to Match Point Canada as he discusses his strong involvement working with the rising Canadian juniors including Kayla Cross and Victoria Mboko. Steckley also offers some of his perspectives on transitioning to the pros, considering the college route, and thoughts on how Canadians can fare on clay. Meantime, Mike and Ben discuss a huge triumph on clay from Aryna Sabalenka as she defeats Iga Swiatek and

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Episode 16 - Sharon Fichman

Match Point Canada ·

2023/05/02

She's a four time WTA doubles titlist, former world no. 21, and Australian Open quarterfinalist! Canadian doubles player Sharon Fichman returns as a guest on Match Point Canada, and discusses an extended layoff from the sport, and her intentions to return to action later this summer. Meantime, we're right in the midst of the clay court swing as we have action from the Madrid Open. We cover Genie Bouchard's run of victories, Leylah Annie Fernandez's success on the doubles court, how things are

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44:21

Episode 15 - Andreea Prisacariu

Match Point Canada ·

2023/04/24

She's one of the most unique and authentic personalities tennis has to offer! Romanian Andreea Prisacariu joins Match Point Canada this week to update Ben and Mike on her tennis as she just recently captured the first ITF title of her career. We speak about how she tries to use social media positively, how she's focused on staying in the present, and the financial struggles for ITF players. Meantime, Carlos Alcaraz won his third title of the season in Barcelona, Iga Swiatek reigned supreme in

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Episode 14 - Crina Mustafa

Match Point Canada ·

2023/04/18

Team Canada has qualified again for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals. Special guest Crina Mustafa of Homestand, The Programme, and The Slice joins us this week to break down Canada's 3-2 win over Belgium from the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver. We discuss Leylah Fernandez's importance, Bianca Andreescu joining the team despite her injury, and Heidi El Tabakh's leadership. Meantime, Andrey Rublev won the first Masters 1000 of his career from Monte Carlo, Daniil Medvedev and Sascha Zverev engaged in a

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10:42

2023 BJK Cup - Interview with Rebecca Marino

Match Point Canada ·

2023/04/13

She's world no. 81 and will be Canada's number two singles player from Vancouver this weekend! Rebecca Marino joins Mike McIntyre for a special interview ahead of the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers showdown with Belgium from Vancouver. Marino is joined by Leylah Annie Fernandez, Katherine Sebov, and Gaby Dabrowski on the roster.

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44:52

Episode 13 - Katherine Sebov

Match Point Canada ·

2023/04/10

She's enjoying a breakout 2023 by qualifying for the Australian Open, capturing an ITF title in Toronto, winning her first WTA main draw match in Miami, and breaking inside the top 150 of the rankings. 24-year-old Katherine Sebov is our guest on this week's episode of Match Point Canada as she talks about her great progress in 2023, and the opportunity to represent her country at the Billie Jean King Cup in Vancouver. Meanwhile, the clay season is upon us! We recap action from the Charleston Open

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Episode 12 - Miami Open recap with Steve Weissman

Match Point Canada ·

2023/04/03

The Sunshine Double is officially complete! The 2023 Miami Open has now come and gone as we saw big title wins from Daniil Medvedev and Petra Kvitova. Joining us to break down all the action from the event is Tennis Channel host, Steve Weissman! We cover the budding rivalry between Carlos and Jannik Sinner and what is in store for the future of tennis, an impending return of Novak Djokovic, and potential storylines on the clay swing. We also cover the devastating injury to Bianca Andreescu and our

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