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PODCAST

Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast

Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter

Ground Pass is your courtside seat to the world of tennis — covering the ATP, WTA, Grand Slams, and rising stars. From big wins to behind-the-scenes stories, we make tennis make sense, no matter your level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:19:40

Asia Swing Feels, Team-Event Fire, & The Laver Cup...

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2025/09/21

Anastasia (recording from California) and Nick tackle the Asia swing’s time-zone brain melt, introduce our new Substack seriesOn Tour With…(featuring Ethan Quinn’s first trip to Asia), and relive a wild team-events fortnight: Spain-Denmark grit, Belgium’s upset over Australia, and a tense USA-GB semifinal at the BJK Cup. We also unpack the Taylor Townsend IG controversy, share a listener voice note straight from the Korea Open (Pimm’s + Coke?!), debate the value of the Laver Cup, and crown our

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23:10

Meet the Professionals: Brian Garber – Coaching Ethan...

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2025/09/15

Anastasia sits down at the Cincinnati Open with Brian Garber, coach of Ethan Quinn, for a candid conversation about the realities of life as a pro tennis coach. From starting out feeding balls to kids and ladies’ teams, to learning under Brad Stine, to now guiding one of America’s most promising young players, Brian shares his coaching philosophy, the importance of relationships, and what it takes to survive the grind of the ATP Tour.Also We have Merch!!!Ground Pass Shop -

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1:19:54

US Open 2025 Review: Alcaraz vs Sinner, Sabalenka’s...

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2025/09/09

Anastasia and Nick wrap up the final Grand Slam of the year with a full US Open 2025 review. From Carlos Alcaraz defeating Jannik Sinner in their third final of the season, to Aryna Sabalenka defending her title against Amanda Anisimova, we break down the biggest matches and storylines.We also highlight Taylor Townsend’s run, Granollers & Zeballos’ doubles win, the fan experience on site (ticket prices, Armstrong vs Ashe, presidential delays), and our Players of the Fortnight. Plus, what’s next

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1:12:50

US Open Threads, Part 2: Hits & Misses with Ian...

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2025/09/07

The second part of ourUS Open Threadsseries dives into thefashion highs, lows, and surprises of the 2025 US OpenwithIan Mondulof40 Love. Anastasia and Ian go through their faves (Musetti, Sabalenka, Venus, Townsend, Sinner/Alcaraz), the biggest misses (Draper’s Vuori debut, Tiafoe’s tiger stripes, Adidas Y-3 backlash), plus surprises like Paolini’s shimmering ASICS dress and doubles teams turning out in matching kits.We wrap with overall takes on the rise of individuality in tennis fashion, why

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1:11:40

Ground Pass: US Open 2025 Semifinals Recap & Finals...

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2025/09/06

Anastasia and Nick break down all the semifinal action from the US Open and set the stage for finals weekend. We cover Sabalenka’s battle with Pegula, Anisimova’s win over Osaka, Alcaraz’s straight-sets victory over Djokovic, and Sinner’s strong run past Felix Auger-Aliassime. Plus: doubles storylines, including Dabrowski & Routliffe’s win and Salisbury & Skupski’s historic run.We close with previews of the women’s final — Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova — and the blockbuster men’s

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45:12

US Open Threads, Part 1: Tennis x High Fashion with...

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2025/09/05

In Part 1 of ourUS Open Threadsseries, Anastasia is joined by journalistJessica Schiffer(Hard Court) to explore how tennis and high fashion are becoming inseparable. From luxury house partnerships (Gucci/Sinner, LV/Alcaraz, Miu Miu/Coco, Burberry/Tommy) to Jack Draper’s brand shift, the rise of WAG-fronted campaigns, and jewelry deals, we break down what feels authentic—and what doesn’t. We also gush overLorenzo Musetti’sBottega era and take a victory lap forVenus Williams’sUS Open looks (Khaite,

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53:42

Ground Pass: US Open Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal...

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2025/09/05

The US Open semifinals are here, and Ground Pass has you covered. Anastasia is joined by Mitch Michals to break down the quarterfinals and preview tonight’s semifinals in New York.They dive into:Jannik Sinner’s unstoppable form and Felix Auger-Aliassime’s nervy four-set battleDjokovic vs. Fritz and the infamous headband momentAlcaraz’s locked-in run to the semisNaomi Osaka vs. Amanda Anisimova: a redemption story on the biggest stageJessica Pegula steady as ever, Sabalenka chasing her first slam of

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1:07:20

Ground Pass: US Open 2025 Rounds 3 & 4 – Osaka vs...

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2025/09/03

Anastasia and Nick take you through all the stories from Rounds 3 & 4 of the US Open 2025. From Taylor Townsend’s showdown with Barbora Krejčíková to Naomi Osaka’s big night against Coco Gauff, plus Felix Auger-Aliassime’s run and Jannik Sinner lighting up Ashe. We also get into doubles, the new virtual queue, and set up the quarterfinal matches.Chapters:0:00 – Intro2:48 – Calm after the storm4:05 – Taylor Townsend v Barbora Krejčíková14:28 – US Open or Czech Open20:20 – Naomi Osaka26:14 – Coco

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1:02:13

US OPEN Round 1 & 2 Round Up - Taylor Townsend, the...

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2025/08/30

Anastasia and Nick are back on Ground Pass with a full roundup of Rounds 1 and 2 at the US Open. From Taylor Townsend’s fiery clash with Jelena Ostapenko, to Venus Williams lighting up the night session, to Emma Raducanu’s return and Carlos Alcaraz cruising into form — we break down the biggest wins, surprises, and early exits shaping the tournament.Jack On the line's interview with Gavin McMillian - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hx8UvG5i62Also We have Merch!!!Links:Taylor Townsends Press

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40:17

Who to Watch in Doubles at the US Open - Taylor...

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2025/08/30

Its the start of the middle weekend at the US Open and the grounds are littered with doubles. Doubles here there and everywhere. If you are trying to navigate the teams and who to follow we got you covered.From favorites Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova to sleepers like Panova/Guo. And even the Legend Venus Williams is in the mix.On the mens side is a very British affair with Salisbury/Skupski trying to make a run and even THE MARCUS WILLIS is in the draw.Anastasia is joined my Will Boucek of

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28:13

US OPEN RD 1 ROUND UP - Alex Eala, Daniil Medevedev,...

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2025/08/27

Alex Eala rise like a phoenix, Daniil Medvedev crashes and burns, Venus Williams' reminds us of her greatness and Carlos Alcaraz cuts his hair. These are the Match Stories that caught our attention in round 1 of the US OpenChapters00:00 - Intro00:17 - Alex Eala07:46 - Daniil Medvedev16:59 - Venus Williams20:14 - Coco Gauff23:45 - Gael Monfils25:27 - Carlos Alcaraz27:00 - OutroWE HAVE MERCH!!!Shop now for the Founder's Discount till August 30th -

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46:57

Black Spin Global on Serena, Sharapova & Players to...

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2025/08/25

On this episode ofGround Pass, Anastasia is joined by Eugene and Lucy fromBlack Spin Globalto break down Serena Williams’ surprise appearance at Maria Sharapova’s Hall of Fame induction. The conversation dives into the history and growth of the Black Spin Global platform, and the players of color to keep an eye on at this year’s US Open.AtGround Pass, we love shining a light on the people in the tennis media space doing great work—and Eugene and Lucy are two of the very best.✨ Find Black Spin Global

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39:07

2nd Annual US Open Preview from the Grounds with Coach B

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2025/08/23

When you do something twice, it becomes a tradition… right? Right?!We’re back on the grounds of the US Open for our 2nd annual preview episode with Coach B — Brian Bradley. He may live in Los Angeles, but as a born-and-raised New Yorker, the Open is always a homecoming.Anastasia and Coach B chat about:The unique energy of Fan WeekQualifiers to keep on your radarThe first-round matches that deserve a spot on your watch listIf you tuned in last year, you know how much fun this is. If not, consider

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56:15

Cincinnati Open Roundup

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2025/08/20

The summer swing is heating up—literally. Anastasia recaps the finals of the Cincinnati Open, whereIga SwiatekbattledJasmine Paolinifor the women’s title andJannik Sinnerfaced off againstCarlos Alcarazin yet another chapter of their growing rivalry.But this episode isn’t just about the scorelines. Anastasia dives into thebest and worst momentsfrom a week that had it all:🎾Best: Terence Atmane making waves, Ella Siegel’s rise, and Iga’s unforgettable“Wicked”press conference.☕Worst: $7 coffee and the

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35:22

Mini Pod from Cincinnati: Canada’s Winners, Naomi’s...

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2025/08/10

Recorded from the grounds of the Cincinnati Open, this mini pod recaps the action from Canada and the first few days in Cincy. We celebrate Ben Shelton and Victoria Mboko’s big wins, Naomi Osaka’s impressive run, and two standout doubles finals in Montreal and Toronto. Plus, we share updates from the Cincinnati Open so far, including press conference moments with Coco Gauff and Maria Sakkari. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:12:58

Victoria Mboko Breaks Through, Naomi’s New Coach &...

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2025/08/04

This week on Ground Pass, Anastasia and Nick are back with a full-length episode packed with tennis storylines from the Canadian Open and a preview of what’s ahead in Cincinnati. We break down Naomi Osaka’s new coaching setup, Amanda Anisimova’s bounce-back, and why Victoria Mboko’s win over Coco Gauff wasabsolute cinema. Plus, a big rant on why Alexei Popyrin’s 2024 Canada title deserves more respect, doubles teams you should be watching, and a lot of dispatch updates ahead of our on-site coverage

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32:51

The Joy of Venus Williams & the Citi Open Vibe with...

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2025/07/28

Washington Post sports writer Ava Wallace joins Anastasia from Ground Pass to unpack the 2025 Citi Open. From Venus Williams’ joyful return to the pro tennis tour, to Leylah Fernandez’s run to the final, to a finals lineup nobody predicted — this is a full, unfiltered recap of one of the most vibrant tournaments on the U.S. summer swing.Topics include:– Venus’ comeback and her impact on the sport– The challenge of playing at home for Hailey Baptiste & Frances Tiafoe– Why the Citi Open crowds are

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22:36

Shapovalov Wins, Jabeur Steps Away, and DC Heats Up

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2025/07/21

In this solo mini pod, Nick recaps the week in tennis while Anastasia is on-site at the Citi Open. We break down the winners across ATP and WTA clay events, including Shapovalov’s hard-court return in Los Cabos. Plus, we dive into important injury news from Ons Jabeur and Zheng Qinwen, and look ahead to what’s shaping up to be an electric week in Washington DC. Expect doubles drama, wild card legends, and a stacked women’s field.CHAPTERS00:00 Weekly Tennis Update: Highlights and Events02:54 ATP

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1:09:33

Wimbledon 2025 Recap: Swiatek’s Double Bagel,...

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2025/07/15

We’re back with our full Wimbledon 2025 recap! Iga Swiatek drops a double bagel in the women’s final, Jannik Sinner wins his first Slam—and the new era of tennis is officially here. We unpack both finals, the best and worst moments from the tournament, and why this felt like a true generational handoff. Plus, we take you inside the Newport Open, talk about Bill Ackman’s infamous doubles wildcard, and preview the absolutely stacked Citi Open. Our Players of the Fortnight: Caty McNally and Eliot

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50:58

Wimbledon Finals Are Set: Alcaraz vs Sinner,...

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2025/07/12

We’re down to the final four—now two! Anastasia and Nick recap the Wimbledon 2025 semifinals and preview a finals weekend filled with storyline-rich matchups: Amanda Anisimova’s comeback arc continues after her stunner against Aryna Sabalenka, while Iga Swiatek dismantles Belinda Bencic with the kind of form that wins majors.On the men’s side, Carlos Alcaraz squeezes past Taylor Fritz, and Jannik Sinner breezes past an injured Novak Djokovic in a match that felt like watching Novak 2.0 take over the

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