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Open Era

Tennis analysis from beyond the baseline. Hosted by Simon Bushell and Devang Desai, Open Era covers the headlines and oddities from the ATP and WTA. Ranging from the "Big Three" to Canada’s meteoric rise in the tennis world, Open Era keeps you informed and entertained.

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48:20

Francesca Schiavone’s Paris Dream

Open Era ·

2020/05/03

Patreon subscriber and friend of the show Luke Peristy asks Simon and Devang to relive an improbable run in Paris. Francesca Schiavone became the first Italian woman to win a Grand Slam tournament, and the first woman in the Open Era to win the French Open while seeded outside the top 10. Schiavone won this tournament using a shot we no longer see much of on the women’s tour. Why?Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEraPod

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57:10

What Would a Merger Between ATP & WTA Mean?

Open Era ·

2020/04/26

Devang and Simon are back with your usual programming thanks to a rather busy week in the tennis world. The guys discuss a possible ATP-WTA merger and what it could mean for the sport as well as Novak Djokovic’s controversial coronavirus vaccine comments. Finally, with professional tennis in Canada unlikely this Summer, we reflect on our favourite Rogers Cup moments. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter

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41:07

Juan Martin del Potro Digs Deep in Rio

Open Era ·

2020/04/19

Men’s tennis at the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics was turned upside down by Juan Martin del Potro. The Tower of Tandil stunned world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the first round. Del Potro, recovering from a wrist injury, would meet Rafael Nadal in the semifinal and remind us why the lanky Argentinian was such a unique talent. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter! And say hello to @DesaiDevang while you're there.If

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36:27

Melbourne 2004: Henin-Clijsters Rivalry

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2020/04/12

Simon and Devang revisit the Women’s 2004 Australian Open final and one of the more underrated rivalries in tennis. Kim Clijsters and Justine Henin-Hardenne were the top players in the women’s game and happened to hail from the same small nation: Belgium. Combined, they would win 11 Grand Slams. On this January day in Melbourne, they battled for hardcourt supremacy. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter! And

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33:03

Andy Murray: The Greatest British Tennis Player

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2020/04/05

This week our hosts take a quick detour from their examination of the best matches through the years and instead turn their attention to the career of Andy Murray. Devang and Simon take a look back across the career of the Brit including two Olympic Golds and three Grand Slams. This episode of The Sport Chronicle originally aired on January 21, 2018. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter! And say hello to

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27:14

Wimbledon 1980: Borg, McEnroe & a Final for the Ages

Open Era ·

2020/03/29

This week we continue on our journey through time to relive some of the best matchups that tennis has offered as we examine the 1980 Wimbledon final between Björn Borg of Sweden and John McEnroe of the United States. Simon Bushell and Devang Desai remember all of the drama, the outbursts and the tie-breaks. This episode originally aired on January 12, 2018 as part of The Sport Chronicle.Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow

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27:00

Melbourne 2012: Nadal, Djokovic & the Best Final of...

Open Era ·

2020/03/23

Amidst the suspension and cancellation of several tournaments across the tennis world, we are taking you on a journey back to the 2012 Australian Open where Nadal and Djokovic gave us a final for the ages. Simon Bushell and Devang Desai relive the six hour marathon match between two of the world's best. This episode of The Sport Chronicle originally aired on September 14, 2018.Come join the Patreon family for bonus content and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/openera Follow @OpenEraPod on

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50:14

Cancelled: Coronavirus Hits the Tennis World (With...

Open Era ·

2020/03/15

This week on Open Era: Simon speaks with the BBC’s tennis correspondent Russell Fuller about Coronavirus’ impact on the tennis world and Maria Sharapova’s retirement. The guys also cover the wider response to the pandemic and its impact on the 2020 sporting calendar.

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56:26

The Future: Leylah Annie Fernandez and Thiago Seyboth...

Open Era ·

2020/03/08

This week Open Era takes a deep dive into the young career of Canada’s next tennis phenom, Leylah Annie Fernandez. We’ll also profile Brazilian hotshot Thiago Wild, who became the first player born in the 2000s to win an ATP title. Wrapping things up, we’ll take a look at what’s happened in Monterrey and Lyon.

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69:08

Leylah Annie Fernandez in Acapulco & Sharapova Retires

Open Era ·

2020/03/01

Plenty to cover on this week’s show. Canadian 17-year-old Leylah Annie Fernandez made her first WTA final in Acapulco, signalling an incredibly bright future. Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal won titles in Dubai and Mexico, respectively, and Maria Sharapova’s retirement leads to a discussion about her complicated legacy.

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51:55

Tsitsipas Thwarts Felix in Marseille & Federer Out...

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2020/02/23

Félix Auger-Aliassime makes another final but loses again, this time to Stefanos Tsitsipas. What does it mean for the young Canadian? Halep and Rybakina record a classic in Dubai, Roger Federer is out long-term after knee surgery, and the Coronavirus hits the Tennis world. Head over to Patreon.com/OpenEra to enjoy our episodes ad free and gain access to our discord chat where we’ll talk tennis during every major tournament.

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55:04

Auger-Aliassime Falls Short in Rotterdam & Andreescu...

Open Era ·

2020/02/16

Felix Auger-Aliassime makes the final in Rotterdam but Gael Monfils once again derails Canada’s dream, Bianca Andreescu pulls out of Dubai leading to more concern, and Kim Clijsters makes her much anticipated return to the tour. Head over to Patreon.com/OpenEra to enjoy our episodes ad free and gain access to our discord chat where we’ll talk tennis during every major tournament.

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64:14

Mailbag! Ranking the Slams & Our Dream Tennis Matchup

Open Era ·

2020/02/09

On this week’s Open Era, Devang and Simon open up the mailbag to discuss their Grand Slam rankings, Andy Murray’s heir, and on-court coaching. Plus, the guys cover Vasek Pospisil’s run in Montpellier and the biggest win of Leylah Annie Fernandez’s young career.

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59:11

Australian Open: Djokovic Makes it 8 Titles & Sofia...

Open Era ·

2020/02/02

Devang and Simon are joined by theScore’s Joe Wolfond to wrap up a thrilling Australian Open. Novak Djokovic captured his eighth title in Melbourne against a very game Dominic Thiem while Sofia Kenin stunned the tennis world with her first Grand Slam. The guys also voice their thoughts on the terrible scheduling at the tournament and weigh in on the never ending GOAT debate. Mailbag episode is coming next week so drop your questions @OpenEraPod on Twitter.

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58:49

Australian Open So Far: Kyrgios, Barty, Raonic,...

Open Era ·

2020/01/26

On this week’s show Simon and Devang are joined by Vivek Jacob to look back at the first week of the Australian Open and look ahead to where the tournament will go in its final days. Milos Raonic reminds Canada he’s still pretty damn good and Roger Federer survives while the women’s draw is wide open after a shocking string of results. Will Ash Barty and Nick Kyrgios continue their run on home soil?

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65:40

Australian Open Preview: Djokovic a Favourite &...

Open Era ·

2020/01/20

It’s the Open Era Australian Open preview show! This week Devang and Simon tackle health concerns surrounding this year’s tournament and if they are being handled correctly. Then, they dive into the draw which features potential blockbuster matches in the first week. They’ll close out with a focus on Canada and the five players that will feature in the main draw and finish with their predictions for the first Grand Slam of 2020.

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58:39

ATP Cup Recap, Serena Makes More History & 2020...

Open Era ·

2020/01/13

Open Era makes its Stringer Labs debut with an update on where the podcast is heading in 2020 followed by an extensive look at the start of the new season. Novak Djokovic and Serbia win the inaugural ATP Cup, Serena Williams becomes the first player to win singles titles in four different decades, and sadly, there is injury news to discuss. Simon and Devang conclude the show with predictions for the year, including what happens next with Roger Federer and Greta Thunberg.

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54:42

2019 Year in Review

Open Era ·

2019/12/09

Devang and Simon round up 2019 with the help of some very special guests. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter! While you're there say hello to @DesaiDevang or reach out to the show and say hey: podcast@openera.ca If merch is your thing, be sure to check out the store.If you enjoyed today’s show, please rate Open Era 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.See you again next week for an all new episode of Open

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33:35

Rafael Nadal and Spain Win the Reformatted Davis Cup

Open Era ·

2019/11/26

Devang and Simon dig into the Davis Cup Finals along with the ATP Finals. Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter! While you're there say hello to @DesaiDevang or reach out to the show and say hey: podcast@openera.ca If merch is your thing, be sure to check out the store.If you enjoyed today’s show, please rate Open Era 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.See you again next week for an all new episode of Open

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38:07

Barty Wins Historic Prize in Shenzhen + Djokovic...

Open Era ·

2019/11/04

Devang and Simon dig into:- WTA Finals- The wonderful Paris Masters Come join the Patreon family for bonus content, access to the exclusive discord server and ad free episodes: Follow @OpenEraPod on Twitter! While you're there say hello to @DesaiDevang or reach out to the show and say hey: podcast@openera.ca If merch is your thing, be sure to check out the store.If you enjoyed today’s show, please rate Open Era 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.See you again next week for an all new episode of Open Era.

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