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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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34:45

Tom Gutteridge Part 2

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/09/16

Iva Jovic has just won her first WTA Tour title at the age of 17. The USA player is now ranked at 35 in the world after winning the Guadalajara Open Akron at 500 level. Her coach Tom Gutteridge is back on the pod to talk about her incredible week, which included a few days of illness. Tom tells us about her champion mindset and incredible ability to thrive in the face of adversity. Watch out for Iva Jovic - she's a teenager on the tear!DOAPTC is in association with artist, Louise Simpson Sculptures

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1:07:21

Mark 'Sharky' Draper

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/08/21

Mark 'Sharky' Draper is the latest coach on DOAPTC. Draper is the coach of Rinky Hijikata and Adam Walton and tells us all about his association with the Aussies; how he got into coaching; why he thinks Sinner and Alcaraz have separated themselves; and the way he thinks tennis is heading. It's a great chat with a fabulous coach so please, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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49:47

Sally Appleton

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/08/04

Sally Appleton is the mother of Emily Appleton who plays on both the WTA and ITF circuit. Emily has career-highrankingof world No. 348 in singles and No. 78 in doubles and reached the second round in the doubles atWimbledon n 2024 - one of the highlights. There are plenty of lowlights too and a whole lot of difficult moments in a varied life which is the world of professional tennis. This is a warts and all account from someone who sees pro tennis from every angle. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See

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55:39

Indrek Tustit

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/07/22

Indrek Tustit is a physiotherapist and fitness coach - and today the Estonian speaks to DOAPTC about his professional relationship with Canadian tennis player Dennis Shapovalov, who has just won the Los Cabos title in Mexico.Indrek has worked with High Jumpers, Shot Putters, Javelin throwers, discus throwers, and tennis players, including Shapo, Kaia Kanepi and the Bryan Bros.Between1995–2007 he was an 8-time Estonian champion in different running disciplines and in 2019 was awarded 'Coach of the

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1:03:06

Claudio Pistolesi

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/30

On the latest edition of DOAPTC, host Candy Reid speaks to Claudio Pistolesi, a former Italianpro tennisplayer, turned excellent coach!The former World No. 71 has worked with the likes of Robin Soderling, Daniela Hantuchova and Monica Seles, amongst many, many others, and he knows literally everyone in the world of tennis!Claudio reveals the secrets to great coaching, the reason Italian tennis is so strong, and entertains with some hilarious stories along the way - including when his player Takao

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51:14

Manny Diaz

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/23

Manny Diaz is a University of Georgia legend. He coached the Bulldogs to fourNCAAchampionships, in 1999, 2001, 2007, whenJohn Isner led the team, and 2008Manny joins host Candy Reid on DOAPTC to talk about the challenges, the successes, and everything in between. It's a great conversation with someone who has simply seen it all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:43

Roland-Garros-day-15

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/08

Roland Garros is over for another year and what a way to end! A magnificent men's final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz went the distance and was won by the defending champion, who played a blockbuster tie-breaker to seal the come-from-behind victory. Host Candy Reid is joined by Mark Gellard and David Sammel, who are two of the best coaches in the game. The trio discuss the match, the players, the mental and the physical side, of an extraordinary 5h32 minute match. Thanks for watching RG

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31:42

Roland-Garros-day-14

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/07

Host Candy Reid is joined by accomplished coach Vlado Platenik and WTA player Christina McHale to discuss Women's final day and Coco Gauff's 2nd Major Singles Title. The 21-year-old came from a set down to beat Arnya Sabalenka in a roller-coaster match, which saw the Belarussian hit 67 unforced errors.The trio also discuss the girls' final, won by a 17-year-old Austrian, and Sunday's mens singles final, which like the women's match, features world number 1 vs the number 2. Sinner vs Alcaraz - it's

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18:49

Roland-Garros-day-13

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/06

Host Candy Reid and Coach Justin Sherring discuss day 13 at Roland Garros 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:39

Roland-Garros-day-12

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/05

RG live host Candy Reid is joined by Broadcaster Nick McCarvel and Serbian Journalist Vuk Brajovic on Day 12 of RG 2025. The trio discuss Novak Djokovic's terrific run to the SF, following a come-from-behind 4-set win over Alexander Zverev. Novak faces Sinner next - who has only lost one match in 2025; while the other SF sees defending champion Carlos Alcaaraz go up against the one-handed backhand of Lorenzo Musetti.The women's final will be contested by Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff - the two

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50:54

Roland-Garros-day-11

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/04

Mark Gellard joins Candy Reid to talk about the results on Day 11 of RG 2025 - should Musetti have been disqualified; do the women have a point and should be playing evening matches on Chatrier; and can anyone beat world number one Jannik Sinner (or even take a set off him)? The duo discuss all the big topics and there's even a guest appearance from a four-legged friend who is having trouble using the litter tray - don't worry, it's not Mark (he deciphered the lavatory last year!)Thanks for

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1:14:24

Roland-Garros-day-10

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/03

RG Live Host Candy Reid is joined by Bryan Shelton (father and coach of player Ben) and top doubles coach Dan Kiernan on Day 10 of RG 2025. The trio discuss Ben Shelton's terrific clay court season, which included a R16 run and close 4-set defeat by defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. Bryan gives insight into a great Clay Major for the USA players and his thoughts on the champions. Both coaches speak about the need to stay positive for their players; how the season is just too long and the 1000 level

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43:47

Roland-Garros-day-9

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/02

Haresh Ramchandani and Mitch Michals join RG Live host Candy Reid to talk about the remaining round of 16 matches at Roland Garros. There were two huge upsets - one on the men's side as Alexander (don't call him Sascha) Bublik, beat Jack Draper and one on the women's as WC Lois Boisson got the better of Jessica Pegula. The trio break all the results down and look ahead to the quarter-finals. Enjoy and thanks for watching RG Live on DOAPTC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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55:23

Roland Garros Day 8

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/01

Mark Gellard and Olga Savchuk join host Candy Reid on RG Live this Sunday to talk about what happened on Day 8 of the Clay Court Major. Savchuk has coached Elina Svitolina and explains the 30-yo's incredible hunger for success and busy schedule with her work in Ukraine. The discussion includes why the US players are all doing so well on the women's and men's side; Iga's 24-match winning streak at RG and who they think will win the singles titles. Thanks for watching and listening! The podcast can

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1:14:23

Alex Dulgheru

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/06/01

On this edition of DOAPTC, Former top 30 WTA player and current broadcaster, Alex Dulgheru, joins the pod, to talk about her impressive career; the coaches who helped her along the way and what they did; and how she got the better of one opponent from 1-5 down in the third. She also recounts a funny (and very painful) story where she took another player out with an errant ball. It's a great listen from an exceptional storyteller!Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:07:35

Roland Garros Day 7

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/05/31

Day 7 on RG Live features John Williams and Craig Boynton on DOAPTC. John, coach of twice Major doubles champion Taylor Townsend, and Craig, former coach of Hubi Hurkacz, Jim Courier and Mardy Fish (amongst others) chat with Candy Reid in a fascinating 1 hour of match recap and look ahead to Sunday's matches. The trio discuss Joao Fonseca running out of energy against Jack Draper; how an enforced 3-month break will only help Jannik Sinner and why Coco or Maddy Keys might win RG on the women's side

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1:03:26

Roland Garros Day 6

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/05/30

RG Live on DOAPTC looks at Friday's Day 6 results as host Candy Reid is joined by experienced Coach Vlado Platenik and twice Major Champion Vania King. The trio discuss mental health breaks in tennis after Amanda Anisimova continued her return to the top of the game with a straight sets win over Clara Tauson. It's a wide-ranging chat which includes predictions into who will win the singles titles and who will not (and why!)Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:59

Roland Garros Day 5

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/05/29

Day 5 of RG consisted of the last match of Richard Gasquet's career - the 38yo Frenchman, who started playing at RG in 2002, was beaten by top seed Jannik Sinner. Mark Gellard and Candy Reid discuss Gasquet's career; how tennis is really hard; how to prepare for retirement; and what brings some players back to the game. The duo also look ahead to a blockbuster Friday, particularly on the WTA side, and Mark clearly states what he thinks of the tournament. Thanks for watching and listening and join

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1:06:27

Roland Garros Day 4

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/05/28

RG LIVE day 4 sees host Candy Reid joined by USA player Christina McHale (a former WTA top 40 player and 2012 third round at RG), and GB's Emily Appleton, who has just made her RG debut, The trio discuss the latest results including defeats to Ruud, Tsitsipas and Vekic and wins for Swiatek, Rybakina and Qinwen. The chat includes Coco forgetting her racquets; moments that have included 0,0 defeats and victories (like Azarenka enjoyed in the 1st rd); and who they think will win the title this year.

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1:15:58

Roland Garros Day 3

Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach ·

2025/05/27

Coco forgets her racquets; Novak wins in straight sets and Joao Fonseca beats Hurkacz in 3 - an eventful day at Roland Garros - and Candy is joined by the former coach of Maria Sharapova and current coach of Ashlyn Krueger, Mike Joyce, plus top Serbian tennis journalist, Vuk Brajovic, to break it all down and have a few laughs a long the way!RG Live is on YouTube on @DOAPTC every night at 9:05pm French time - please join in the fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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