Ben and Reem Abulleil chat about the big stories of the business end of Wimbledon, starting with the massive narrative potential of the men's final. Does Carlos Alcaraz's win over Novak Djokovic in the final represent a passing of the torch, or something less drastic? How surprised were we by this result? And how could this be a good thing for Djokovic going forward?
We also discuss Chris Eubanks and Matteo Berrettini, who both had meaningfully great runs on the men's side.
On the women, we discuss how Marketa Vondrousova went so under the radar on her way to a historic Wimbledon title, and how she ended the fairytales of Ons Jabeur and Elina Svitolina. How does her win change the look of the women's tour? And how do we process Jabeur's disappointing loss at the final hurdle?
We also look at the runs of Svitolina, Iga Swiatek, and toast the doubles win of Hsieh/Strycova.
Lastly, at the end, Dan Bern sings out the show with an original composition in honor of the mythical men's final.
Episode 249b: What the French?! (Mini Episode)
Episode 249: Closing For Coronavirus, With Dr. Chris Worsham
Episode 248: Coronavirus Shuts Down Tennis
Episode 247: Communicating on Tour, With Sally Bradfield
Episode 246: Louisa Thomas on Writing About Tennis
Episode 245a: Maria Sharapova Retires (with Tumaini Carayol)
Episode 245: The Path to WTA Coaching (with Tom Hill)
Episode 244: A Picture Perfect Tour, with Jimmie
Episode 243g: Australian Open - Novak Djokovic Eight 'Em Up
Episode 243f: Australian Open - Sofia Kenin's American Dream Come True
Episode 243e: Australian Open - Previewing the Finals
Episode 243d: Australian Open - Serena, Wang, Osaka & Gauff Stun Week 1
Episode 243c: Australian Open - Wozniacki & Jabeur, with Freddie & Reem
Episode 243b: Australian Open - Clearing the Air
Episode 243a: Australian Open - Where There's Smoke...
Episode 242: Australian Open 2020 Draw Preview
Episode 241: Battles in Brisbane; Serena Wins a Title
Episode 240: ATP Cup Begins; Fires Continue
Episode 239: Barbora Strycova
Episode 238b: Top 10 Defining Female Players of the Decade
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