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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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43:02

Episode 32 - Davis Cup recap with Tumaini Carayol

Match Point Canada ·

2024/09/15

They're heading back to Malaga! Team Canada enjoyed a big week in Manchester, winning Group D and booking their spot in the Davis Cup Finals this November. Tumaini Carayol, journalist from The Guardian, joins Ben and Mike to recap the action, including big performances from Denis Shapovalov and Felix Auger-Aliassime. We also discuss a coaching change for Naomi Osaka, Novak Djokovic's priorities, and a big performance from Marina Stakusic in Guadalajara. All of that and more on our latest episode of

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37:06

Episode 31 - Gabriel Diallo

Match Point Canada ·

2024/09/09

He broke through for a run to the third round of the US Open, and now returns to Team Canada's Davis Cup roster. Canadian Gabriel Diallo joins Match Point Canada this week, following his career best performance at Flushing Meadows. He reflects on his great success in New York, a big summer, and looks ahead to Canada's tie in Manchester. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are the US Open champions. Ben and Mike breakdown the last Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, and also preview what's to

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34:52

Episode 30 - US Open Week 1 with Lukas Weese

Match Point Canada ·

2024/09/03

We are through the first week of action at Flushing Meadows!Lukas Weese, Staff Editor at The Athletic, joins Match Point Canada to breakdown the storylines from the US Open which has included big time upsets of Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. Weese discusses the impressive tennis of Zheng Qinwen, Daniil Medvedev flying under the radar, the struggles of Coco Gauff, and experiencing the atmosphere in New York. Meanwhile, hosts Ben and Mike also chat about the Canadians, a breakthrough week for

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12:17

Feature Interview - Rob Shaw

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/30

The Paralympic Games are officially underway in Paris!Wheelchair tennis athlete Rob Shaw is set to represent Canada at the event in Quads, as he looks to build on what's been an outstanding 2024 season. Ben of Match Point Canada chats with Shaw about his year, evolving as a player later in his career, the Paralympic experience, and much more. Enjoy!

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14:13

Feature Interview - Mia Kupres and Ariana Arseneault

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/28

The breakthrough tennis continues for Canadians Mia Kupres and Ariana Arseneault, who captured the Saskatoon Challenger as a doubles tandem, their second title this summer! Mike spoke with the pair in Toronto for a special sit down interview, following their surprising run to the quarterfinals of the National Bank Open.

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Episode 29 - US Open Preview

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/26

The final Grand Slam of the 2024 tennis calendar is officially upon us! The US Open from Flushing Meadows is now underway, and hosts Ben and Mike tackle the last major of the season with a full tournament preview. They cover a full breakdown of both the men's and women's draws, how things are shaping up for the Canadians, and offer their dark horse picks. The pair also discuss the controversy surrounding Jannik Sinner, plus some big Canadian results at the Saskatoon Challenger. A special thank you

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Episode 28 - Elina Svitolina

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/20

She's been ranked as high as No. 3 in the world, won 17 titles on the WTA circuit, and has reached three singles semifinals at Grand Slams.Veteran Elina Svitolina is back on Match Point Canada, as she caught up with Mike at the National Bank Open the other week in Toronto! Meanwhile, Ben and Mike dive in on Cincinnati action and titles from Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, a controversial call that proved costly for Felix Auger-Aliassime, a solid run from Leylah Annie Fernandez and much more. All

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29:43

NBO Episode 5 - Amanda Anisimova

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/12

She's a former world no. 21, French Open semifinalist, and owns two career WTA titles.Amanda Anisimova is the latest guest on Match Point Canada! It comes at a time she's enjoying a breakthrough week in Toronto. She chats with Ben about time away from the sport, her goals, her clean ball striking, and takes on some rapid fire questions. Ben and Mike tackle the late stages of the event and preview the upcoming finals, look at the showcase of doubles, and check in on Montreal as well. All of that on

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NBO Special Interview with Leylah and Bianca Jolie...

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/11

Hosts Ben and Mike speak with sisters Leylah Annie and Bianca Jolie Fernandez following their surprise semifinals run in doubles at the National Bank Open!

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27:46

NBO Episode 4 - Emma Navarro

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/10

She's inside the top 15, recently reached the quarterfinals of Wimbledon, and has one title already on tour!Emma Navarro makes her first ever appearance on Match Point Canada, as she's broken through for a run in Toronto, and recently represented the USA at the Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike tackle an upset win from Diana Shnaider, Canadian action in doubles, and our favourite to win the event. All of that and more on MPC. Thanks to 10XTO for this episoe.

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35:50

NBO Episode 3 - Anna Kalinskaya

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/08

She's an Australian Open quarterfinalist, has reached a career high ranking of 17, and has made finals in Berlin and Dubai this season. 25-year-old rising star Anna Kalinskaya joins Match Point Canada, her first time ever speaking on a podcast as she discusses her career success. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike cover early day action at the NBO including big wins from Marina Stakusic and Leylah Annie Fernandez, and a tough loss for Bianca Andreescu. They also circle big time popcorn matches ahead as the

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30:59

NBO Episode 2 - Ons Jabeur

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/06

She's a two-time Wimbledon finalist, former world No. 2, and is the highest ranked Arab player in tennis history! The charismatic and kind Ons Jabeur joins Match Point Canada for their second episode on site at the National Bank Open. Ons reflects on her love of Canada, memories competing here, and discusses an upcoming showdown with Naomi Osaka. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike recap qualifying and dive into some main draw storylines including anecdotes from press conferences over the last two days. They

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28:21

NBO Episode 1 - Tournament Preview & Paris Olympics

Match Point Canada ·

2024/08/04

The biggest tennis event in Canada is officially back. The National Bank Open gets underway this weekend, with the world's best WTA players arriving in Toronto while the stars of the ATP take over Montreal. Hosts Ben and Mike dive into the action as they preview the Toronto draw, discuss the ceremony and share a short conversation with Bianca Andreescu, and look at some must watch matches on the horizon. Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Gaby Dabrowski made history for Canada with a bronze medal

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44:07

Episode 27 - Valerie Tetreault and Paris Olympics

Match Point Canada ·

2024/07/30

The National Bank Open is just days away!On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, Mike touches base with Montreal Tournament Director and former player, Valerie Tetreault as she gets set for the event in Quebec. Meanwhile, we have exciting Olympic action in Paris. Ben and Mike break down how the Canadians have fared so far at the Summer Games, action on the women's side, a 60th meeting between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, and much more. All of that on the latest episode of MPC. This

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Episode 26 - Ariana Arseneault and Mia Kupres

Match Point Canada ·

2024/07/23

Young Canadian pros Ariana Arseneault and Mia Kupres teamed up to win a doubles title at the W75K in Granby!The pair join Mike this week for an interview on Match Point Canada. Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down the Rafael Nadal's finals run in Sweden, a title from Arthur Fils, and WTA action. They also look ahead to the Olympics and discuss the Canadians in action and possible contenders. This episode brought to you by 10XTO and Fielding Winery.

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43:47

Episode 25 - Wimbledon recap with Bastien Fachan

Match Point Canada ·

2024/07/16

Our third major on the tennis calendar is in the books!Wimbledon has come and gone, and joining us this week to recap all the action is author and content creator, Bastien Fachan. Bastien speaks with Ben about Carlos Alcaraz's historic title, Djokovic's outlook moving forward, Barbora Krejcikova's improbable title, and more. Ben and Mike also break down the coverage including a runner-up finish from Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe in doubles. Meanwhile, Mike has also touched down in Granby and

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35:44

Episode 24 - Wimbledon Mid-Tournament

Match Point Canada ·

2024/07/08

There is just one week to go at the All England Club!We're at the halfway point of Wimbledon 2024 with just a week left go in the prestigious major. Mike and Ben break down some of the top performances, and big surprises in the women's field with top names like Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, and Ons Jabeur falling early. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic are all keen to compete for the title. We also recap all of the Canadian singles performances and keep an eye on Gaby

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58:13

Episode 23 - Wimbledon Preview with Nick Lester

Match Point Canada ·

2024/07/01

The third major of the season has now arrived.Action begins at the All England Club, site of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships and this week, our special guest is tennis commentator Nick Lester! Lester shares his backstory and love of the sport, offers his thoughts on Novak Djokovic's chances at Wimbledon, and gives insights on other players he has his eye on. In the meantime, Ben and Mike break down both men's and women's draws with favourites to win, dark horses, and a look at the Canadian

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44:38

Episode 22 - Leylah Annie Fernandez

Match Point Canada ·

2024/06/25

She's a former US Open finalist, a three-time WTA titlist, and Billie Jean King Cup champion!Leylah Annie Fernandez makes her return to Match Point Canada as she catches up with Mike and Ben in the midst of the grass-court season. The Canadian discusses adapting to the surface change, her season as a whole, her hopes to represent Canada at the Olympics, and rapid fire questions! Meanwhile, Rebecca Marino won a 100K event, Milos Raonic had a record-setting day of aces at Queen's Club, and Jannik

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46:42

Episode 21 - Bianca Jolie Fernandez

Match Point Canada ·

2024/06/17

It's an episode all about Biancas! Canadian Bianca Jolie Fernandez, the younger sister of Leylah, has wrapped up her first college season at UCLA. We catch up with the rising young Canadian star and discuss her journey in the college system. Meanwhile, Bianca Andreescu enjoyed a run to the finals of the Libema Open! We discuss the Canadian's strong run on the grass courts and what it means going forward, a title from Liudmila Samsonova, and how Milos Raonic fared in his return back. Gaby Dabrowski

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