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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach

Mark Gellard is the coach of WTA Tour professional Magda Linette, who enjoyed a semi-final run at the 2023 Australian Open.In this first edition of the pod, he lets us in on what life on Tour is really like; the perks, plus the problems.Please rate and review and send any questions in that you"d like answering at @DOAPTCThanks, Candy ReidDOAPTC is Sponsored by: Frank Works - the Best Tennis Shoes you"ll ever wear!Many tennis players know they should be playing in tennis shoes, but don’t because they

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37:12

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 23

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2023/12/15

We finish our first year of podcasting with a Quiz - it's a contest between Magda Linette and her coach Mark Gellard. We get to know how much they know (and don't!) about each other, with a few surprising and funny answers! Plus, Mark talks about pre-season and what the players have to go through ahead of the new season. Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year!Twitter @DOAPTC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 22

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2023/11/22

Team Linette is taking a much needed break after an 'A' rated season - find out how Mark has been spending the time, what he thinks of record-breaker Novak Djokovic, and when he, Iain Hughes and Magda will get back to it, plus what's in store for the new season!Enjoy and please send in your questions @DOAPTC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 21

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/10/31

Apologies for the extended break between episodes but once again the travelling problem got in the way. Mark and Team Linette were in China, I went to Basel for the ATP 500 and with long work days and different time zones, it wasn't possible to record.Hopefully this episode makes up for it. There's a lot to get through including a wrap of the 2023 season, controversy in Cancun, Coco's coaching change and Mark explains why WTA Players often change coaches. It's a cracker!Please let us know if you

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41:11

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 20

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/10/14

The latest edition of DOAPTC has landed - Mark Gellard and Candy Reid discuss the impressive Asian Swing - how the players are looked after; the luxurious train travel; and what Mark thinks about the Sunday start at the Australian Open - plus, a lot more!Enjoy!!Time Codes0-2:15 the Grind2:15-5:00 Magda the Doubles player!5:00- 8:30 Asian hospitality8:30- 9:15 Zuhai or not to Zuhai - that is definitely the question!9:15-11:00 Lessons learnt11;00-18;00 Less is more18:00-23;00 Coaching

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48:57

DOAPTC 19

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/10/01

On the latest podcast of Diary of a Professional Coach, we've finally made good on our promise to bring you Lauren Davis's coach, Eddie Elliott. He tells us how they began their coaching relationship, what he's learnt over the years, and the strength-in-depth of US tennis at the moment.Mark Gellard, meantime, basks in the glory of another final for his player, Magda Linette, and answers some tricky Listener Questions, which include one about the controversial 'Performance Bye's'You can send your

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 18

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/09/21

Mark Gellard has arrived in China for the first full Asian swing on the WTA Tour since 2019 - find out how and Team Linette got there (hint, it wasn't particularly pleasant!); what he thought of the 2023 US Open - both Coco and Novak's victories; did he agree with the Sabalenka racquet video; Simona Halep's 4-yr doping ban, and Mark answers listener questions. You can submit yours via twitter @DOAPTC or @candyrhTime Codes:1:30 Arrival in China and travel woes + US Open performance.4:00 Do players

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 17

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/08/28

We record this episode of DOAPTC live from New York! Mark and Candy are finally face-to-face and discuss all kinds of topics, such as US hopes at the fourth and final Major of the year, the balls being used, should tennis go to Saudi Arabia and Team Magda's hopes for the tournament, plus an awful lot more!Plus, we have our first listener question and you can send yours by going to the Twitter Handle: DOAPTC.Enjoy!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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DOAPTC 16

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2023/08/17

After a few weeks off, Mark Gellard and Candy Reid resume Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - to revisit the last podcast where they spoke to the former coach of Iga Swiatek. They also discuss various other topics, including the return to form of 'Danimal', the mental trials and tribulations of the tennis tour, and why Iga practised in Montreal with her mouth taped shut!! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 15

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/07/26

Two for the price of one as today Mark Gellard and Candy Reid are joined by the former coach of Iga Swiatek, who helped the Pole win her first Major Championship, the 2020 Roland Garros title. Piotr Sierzputowski has a fantastic record as a Professional Tennis Coach and has some interesting ideas on the route to succes...enjoy this varied and insightful conversation!Music by Calin Huma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 14

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/07/12

On this edition of DOAPTC, Mark Gellard gives us his thoughts of the grass court season and why the top players use this time to take a break. He also assesses the incredible run of returning mum Elina Svitolina at Wimbledon, who is playing with freedom and a new perspective - but will it last?We'd love to add a Q and A at the end of every new podcast, so please send in your questions and your name and Mark will answer them with his usual wit and humour! He's on social media - so start thinking of

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 13

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/07/02

On the latest podcast of DOAPTC - Mark Gellard and Magda Linette, who is making a guest appearance, talk about the Grass-Court Major - It's the Wimbledon fortnight - so where do the players stay, what do they eat and perhaps most importantly, what do they think of the courts this year? If you love tennis - you've come to the right place!Music by Maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:31

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 12

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/06/23

On this edition of the pod, pro tennis coach Mark Gellard and commentator Candy Reid talk about a potential 1000 level grass court event in the future; the strings and tensions that the players use in their racquets; what there is to do in the players' area during a tournament, and an awful lot more!Music by maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:49

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach, Part 11

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/06/14

WTA Tour Coach Mark Gellard tells us how professional tennis players prepare for the 5-week Grass Court season and picks his perfect Grass Court player! Enjoy!!Music by Maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 10

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/06/07

On the latest pod, Mark Gellard describes his time at Roland Garros 2023 - what's the pre-match routine and how do you scout an opponent? Find out on this edition!Music by maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 9

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/05/22

The 2nd Major of the year is just a week away and some of the women are completing their final preparations in Strasbourg at the Hologic WTA 250 event. For the third tournament, Magda Linette is the number 1 seed. Coach Mark Gellard reveals his little black book on practise partners, which contains reminders of who to avoid - for various reasons!Enjoy!Music by maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 8

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/05/10

Team Linette are in Rome for the 2nd Clay-Court 1000-level tournament of 2023 and it's been raining! How do players and coaches pass the time? What are the perks this week and next for seeded players in the Eternal City? And what does Mark know about 'Cake-Gate' from Madrid? Tune in to find out!Enjoy and please rate and review!Music by Maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - Part 7

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/05/04

On this edition of the podcast, we find out what players do in-between tournaments, when they're nowhere near home. With the expanded 1000-level tournaments, it's not easy to find a base - but Mark Gellard gives us some insight into finding the perfect training spot. Find out what he as a coach thinks of the longer format. Mark also gives us his opinion on the Tours returning to China and how a 16yo could take the tennis world by storm!Enjoy and please share and review!Music by maestro Calin

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26:27

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 6

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/04/24

With Magda Linette taking a well-earned break ahead of the outdoor European Clay-Court swing, Mark Gellard is back at home in Florida - watching his 'other' favourite sport. We talk all things coaching this week - who is a good coach, what makes one and will there be more women coaches on the WTA Tour in the future.Thanks for listening!Music by Maestro Calin Huma. Interview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - Part 5

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/04/14

For a professional tennis coach and his player - life on Tour never stops. This week, Iain Hughes is having a little R and R at home, while Mark and Magda have travelled to Kazakhstan for a crucial Billie Jean King Cup match against a very strong team, which includes the Wimbledon Champion and Australian Open runner-up, Elena Rybakina. How do those on Tour cope with the travel demands and equipment issues, given that the European swing is coming up next and there's no time to go home? Find out on

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24:57

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 4

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2023/04/05

A good Miami performance in both singles and doubles is now a thing of the past - the travelling circus quickly rolls on, and Team Linette are in Charleston this week before flying off to Kazakhstan for BJK Cup action. What did Mark Gellard learn from the Miami matches and how do he, Magda and Iain Hughes deal with losses - it's an interesting listen for anyone who loves the game of tennis!EnjoyMusic by Maestro Calin HumaInterview by Candy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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