Ben and Tumaini reconvene on Day 2 of this US Open to talk about players retiring at this US Open, including Barbora Strycova (who you'll hear), CoCo Vandeweghe, and Jack Sock.
But mostly, we talk about John Isner, the towering American who had an outsized impact on the sport while being popular among his peers but polarizing among fans.
You'll hear from Andy Murray, Grigor Dimitrov, Eric Butorac, and John himself about what his legacy has been on the court, where he broke records and uniquely inspired rule changes.
We discuss Isner's spectacular serve, the way it inspired awe in some and boredom in others, and also how he foregrounded a conversation about how fans choose whom to support based on public political opinions, and how tennis players think about each other's views.
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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