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The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast

Welcome to The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast , where I speak with the most interesting people in the sport. This is the show for tennis insiders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Marion Bartoli Talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/08/03

Marion Bartoli grew up in France and blasted her way into pro tennis with a 29 inch racquet and two fists on both wings. She battled her way to the 2007 Wimbledon Final where she lost to Venus Williams, and it wouldn't be until 2013 where she'd break through, becoming one of the only athletes to win a major without dropping a set. Two months later she'd retire. We discussed her tennis journey, including her battle with anorexia and how Wimbledon helped her into recovery. We also keyed on a lot of

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1:06:10

BIG SASCHA TALKS TENNIS WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/07/22

Sascha Bajin grew up in Munich, Germany and for 8 years, beginning in 2008, was ever present on tour as a member of the Serena Williams team, and he was with Serena as her hitting partner while she won 11 major titles. He was the hitting partner for Vika Azarenka, Caroline Wozniaki, and Sloane Stephens. He rose to coaching prominence prominence as the coach of Naomi Osaka when she blasted on the scene, defeating Serena at the 2018 US Open. He was dismissed immediately after Naomi won the 2019

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1:00:54

Superstar Tennis Agent Stuart Duguid

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/06/21

Scotsman Stuart Duguid joined me late last week to discuss the business of tennis, in particular the business of his clients Naomi Osaka and Nick Kygrios. We talked in length about the split from IMG and the creation of the EVOLVE AGENCY, and what's in store for the future. This is an interesting look at the world of tennis from an agent's lens. Recorded June 10th, before Naomi pulled out of Wimbledon, released on June 21. The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio Tacchini Hosted on

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51:09

Aussie Legend Sam Stosur Talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/05/29

In 2011 Sam Stosur shocked the tennis world and beat a resurgent Serena Williams in the finals of The US Open. She got to 4 in the world and won 40 tournaments. She joined me from Strasbourg and we discussed her improbable win at the Open in length and how losing the finals of the 2010 French Open made her better, and we covered a wide array of current events. Recorded May 19 Released May 29The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by Sergio Tacchini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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30:21

Roland Garros Preview Show with Emilio Sanchez

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/05/20

The 2022 edition of Roland Garros is upon us, and former world #7, Spanish tennis luminary Emilio Sanchez joined me to discuss in depth two of his compatriots that are favorites to win the men's tournament, Carlos Alcaraz and Rafa Nadal, as well as the defending champion Novak Djokovic. We discussed the women in particular Iga Swiatek, as well as world #2, the Spaniard Paula Badosa. Emilio also told a tremendous story about a young woman Fernanda Contreras that he worked with that subsequently

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1:17:26

Andrea Petkovic Talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/04/15

Andrea Petkovic has lived an incredible life in tennis and we discussed her career as well as many of the hot button topics of the day, including the health of the WTA, the retirement of Ash Barty, and the plight of Boris Becker. We talked in depth about the machinations that happen when a player is negotiating an injury, and what it is like to be across the net from Angie Kerber, Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams. Recorded 4.13.22 released 4.15.22The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio

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26:41

Ukrainian Alexandr Dolgopolov discusses the war in...

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/04/08

Born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine, Alexsandr Dolgopolov got to 13 in the world in 2012, won 3 titles, and made over 7 million dollars in prize money. Nicknamed "The Dog", he was among the flashiest players of his day, and his unique style was a favorite amongst fans. He retired in 2021 and joined me from Kyiv where he is actively assisting the Ukrainian war effort. Recorded April 8, 2022, released April 9, 2022The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio Tacchini Hosted on Acast. See

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31:52

Current Events from The Miami Open with Ben Rothenberg

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/03/25

Ben Rothenberg and I sat down today and discussed pro tennis at the Miami Open. We discussed Osaka, Nadal, Zverev, the retirement of Ash Barty and why the Miami Open is great. Recorded and released 3.25.22The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by Sergio Tacchini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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27:46

Current Events from Indian Wells with Jim Courier

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/03/17

Jim Courier and I chatted hot button topics from Indian Wells including the war in Ukraine and it's impact on tennis , Darren Cahill's departure from the desert and the on court breakdowns of Anisimova, Osaka, and Azarenka and why Djokovic stayed in the draw right up until the last minute. We talked Opelka and Rafa, and Kygrios. It was a tour de force 20 minute chop up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:46

Former World #31 Sergiy Stakhovsky in Kyiv, Ukraine

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2022/03/07

Sergiy Stakhovsky was born in Kyiv and resided in Kharkiv, Ukraine. I 2010 he got to 31 in the world, and in 2013 beat Roger Federer at Wimbledon. On Feb 24th, when Vladimir Putin ordered the invasion of his nation he left his family at their home in Hungary, crossed the border into the Ukraine from Slovakia and enlisted in the Ukraine Army and has taken up arms. Sergiy joined me at 3AM KYIV time after his 3rd patrol of the day. Recorded March 6, Released March 7The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is

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51:03

"KING RICHARD" SCREENWRITER ZACH BAYLIN

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/02/10

In 2017 screenwriter Zach Baylin embarked on a journey to tell the improbable story of Richard and Oracene Williams' foray into the world of tennis, and how they essentially coached their daughters, Venus and Serena Williams into tennis' prominence. This past week KING RICHARD was nominated for six OSCARS, including best screenplay. Zach and I discussed in length various aspects of the film- how it was conceived, the process it took to getting made, and the obstacles that they encountered. We

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1:22:37

WTA PLAYER RUSSIA FED CUPPER NATALIA VIKHLYANTSEVA

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/01/20

Natalia Vikhlyantseva reached a career high of 54 in the world in 2017, and recently made news because she was unable to play in Australia because her SPUTNIK vaccine was not allowed. We discussed this, as well as the Djokovic situation in length. Born and raised in Volgograd, Russia we discussed her life in tennis, how she was signed by IMG, and how she was invited to train at the Mouratoglou Academy. She told an amazing story of how a month in Australia changed the trajectory of her entire career,

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1:02:53

Former Novak Djokovic Advisor Craig O'Shannessy

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2022/01/14

Craig O'Shannessy is credited as being the first coach to utilize analytics to formulate strategies for the professional and recreational game. His "Serve +1 " mantra has become de rigueur in tennis. Craig spent 3 years with Novak Djokovic and he gave his insight on the current situation regarding his participation in the Australian Open as well as his experience being a member of him team. Craig O'Shannessy discussed in length how analytics factor into the pro game, what he does specifically with

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1:07:21

2021 YEAR IN REVIEW WITH RENNAE STUBBS

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/12/25

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, here is your gift from me...For the first time ever we give you a 2021 year in review, Rennae Stubbs joined me and we covered the year...from Novak's attempt at the Slam to Raducanu winning her first major, the Osaka imbroglio to the rise of Italian men's tennis, and everything in between. Thank you all for listening and see you in 2022. Recorded 12.20 released 12.25The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio Tacchini Hosted on Acast. See

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46:41

Rick Macci talks KING RICHARD

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/12/19

Rick Macci and I discussed what was true and what was false in King Richard, the Will Smith Oscar vehicle that chronicles Richard Williams and his family's tennis journey. We talked in length about the film and then went deep on player development and what he does at the Rick Macci Tennis Academy. Rick has done a lot of press but nobody asked him the tough questions until now. The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio Tacchini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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42:52

Alizé Lim talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/12/11

Born and raised in Paris, France, Alizé Lim took a most unusual path to the WTA Tour, as her parents insisted on education, so she didn't truly turn pro until she was 20 years old. She spent 7 years on the tour with very little support, and in 2014 got to 135 in the world and appeared in 4 French Open main draws. In 2014 she played Serena Williams in the first round on Court Philippe Chatrier. Her career was marred by injuries and we talked in length about how tough the tour is. She is now the host

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43:13

Indian Doubles Stalwart Rohan Bopanna

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/11/29

Rohan Bopanna has had a action packed and coffee filled life in tennis. We discussed how his family was in the coffee business, and how he was essentially taught tennis by his father, who was self taught. He explained how he was not a good junior, and how he didn't get good until he was 21. He got to 3 in the world and won 19 tournaments over 2 decades. His path to pro tennis should be a Bollywood smash hit, and we discussed this incredible story in length. Now an elder statesman on tour, we

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44:43

Tennis Shoe Review with Foot Doctor Zach Thomas

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/11/08

The good doctor with a penchant for tennis, and more specifically, play testing and dissecting tennis shoes- Dr Zach Thomas took an hour out of his schedule to chat with me about all of the latest and greatest-and not so great tennis shoes of the moment. We talked ON Running, Nike Adidas Lotto, Diadora, and even Wilson's newest shoe. Was a great chat. The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio Tacchini. Use SHAP30 at checkout for 30% off of your order. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:16:33

Former World #4 Todd Martin

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/11/04

Todd Martin left Northwestern University after his sophomore year and got to 4 in the world. He won 8 tournaments and beat Pete Sampras to win Queens Club, and Alberto Berasategui to win Barcelona. He reached the finals of the Australian Open and the US Open and semi'd Wimbledon twice, and we discussed it all. . Now the head of The Tennis Hall of Fame , we discussed the initiatives the Hall of Fame took to get through the pandemic, and why they believe they have the best grass courts in the USA

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1:02:08

Michael Davies of Men in Blazers

The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast ·

2021/10/30

Michael Davies' TV credits include Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, Wife Swap, The Talking Dead, and most recently, Jeopardy, to name a few. Along with Roger Bennett he is hosts the renowned soccer podcast and tv show, Men in Blazers. He is a tennis man with a unique story , and we had an incredible chat, dipping from entertainment to the fuzzy yellow ball.The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is powered by Sergio Tacchini. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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