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AO 2024 Preview: 25 for Nole? Osaka Back in the Slam Game
12/01/2024 Duración: 51minIn today's edition of the Lucky Letcord Podcast Richard Pagliaro and Erik Gudris join host Chris Oddo to preview the 2024 Australian Open. Topics discussed: Nole's push for a 25th major and an 11th at Melbourne Park. The four corners of the men's draw, and why Alcaraz could face a difficult path to the final weekend. Sinner's progress against Djokovic in 2023. The return of Naomi Osaka and what we might see from the four-time Slam champion at this year's AO. Coco Gauff and her chances of backing up her US Open breakthrough. The solid state of the WTA's Top 4. The next American man to win a major? Who? What? When? Where? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The 2023 Tennis Season in Review
11/12/2023 Duración: 49min2023 - what a year for tennis? And a wild one as well... Richard Pagliaro and Erik Gudris stop by to help us relive the glory of the tennis season that was, covering the big sweeping storylines as well as some of the subtle trends that emerged. We start with a deep discussion of our key moments, followed by a deep dive into Novak Djokovic and Iga Swiatek, our 2023 players of the year, before veering into a closer look at the brewing Sinner v Alcaraz rivalry and what we can expect from it - and from those rising talents - in 2024. We also talk about the players who can present a challenge to Iga Swiatek in 2024 and the state of the WTA Tour with regard to leadership, and finance. There's also a section on our favorite Grand Slam finals of 2024, as well as some chatter about the next American man to win a major! Thanks for listening and HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Breaking Down Novak Djokovic's Legacy After His 24th Major Title
25/09/2023 Duración: 41minIn this episode of the Lucky Letcord Podcast, venerable Hall of Fame journalist Steve Flink joins the podcast to look back at Novak Djokovic's 24th major title and break down the Serbian's stunning legacy at the conclusion of a Grand Slam season that has seen him move to the top of the men's singles Grand Slam title list for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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DC Chronicles: Coco Rising, Foe Fever with Erik Gudris and Richard Pagliaro
07/08/2023 Duración: 46minThis week on the Lucky Letcord Podcast Erik Gudris joins Chris Oddo and Richard Pagliaro to talk about his time on site at the Mubadala Citi DC Open. Erik was around the grounds all week for Tennis Now, taking in the action and participating in press conference featuring top players. We get his insights on the resurgence of Coco Gauff, who won her biggest career title, as well as Dan Evans, who became the oldest champion at DC since Jimmy Connors in 1988. Other topics discussed: The future of the Citi Open and the evolution of the tournament over the years. The disparity in prize money at the event between men and women. Coco's forehand, and her new coaching setup with Pere Riba at the helm and Brad Gilbert consulting. The excitement - and pressure - surrounding Frances Tiafoe at his hometown event. The game of talented Tallon Griekspoor. The plight of the American men, who had the top two seeds in DC but came away disappointed. How is the summer shaping up for the American man? Andy Murray's frustration, exc
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Wimbledon Preview: Nole's the Man, but is Iga the Woman?
30/06/2023 Duración: 53minIn this week's special preview podcast, Erik Gudris and Richard Pagliaro join Chris Oddo to look ahead to the Wimbledon fortnight. Here are the topics we canvas: Can we really read anything into the grass court warm up results as indicators before Wimbledon? Maybe it’s recency bias but I have my eyes on Keys / Kasatkina. I’d say yes. Huge experience for Alcaraz/ Swiatek/ I think you can pick out positives, and maybe not sweat the negatives. The draw’s out, did it change anything about the way you view this Wimbledon playing out? To me it worked in Swiatek’s favor a bit because the bottom half is stacked. Is Djokovic the best men’s grass-court player in history if he wins this title? Federer 192-29 on grass with 19 titles. Djokovic 109-18 with eight titles. DJOKOVIC 3-1 VS FEDERER AT GRASS AND 3-0 VS FEDERER IN WIMBLEDON FINALS Has Swiatek played herself into favorite status with her performance at Bad Homburg? How is this year’s draw different, with Russian and Belarusian players in t
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In Madrid, Sabalenka's Supreme and So is Alcaraz!
09/05/2023 Duración: 35minIn this week's Lucky Letcord Podcast Richard Pagliaro joins Chris Oddo to discuss the happenings at Madrid and look ahead to Rome. Some show notes: Discussion of Carlitos in Madrid and his clay game | 19-1 on clay this season, 58-12 overall | Is it his best surface, even though he says he prefers clay? Question for Richard: IS ALCARAZ YOUR RG FAVORITE AT THE MOMENT, KEEPING IN MIND IT COULD CHANGE IF NOVAK PLAYS WELL IN ROME? Rafa on the brink/ Nole let’s wait and see -- what does the status of Nadal and Djokovic mean for the rest of the tour and how do we feel about the chances of our 22-time Grand Slam champions, given that they are way behind in their preparation? Sabalenka gets it done in Madrid | 5 finals already this year, previous career best was four | 29-4 on the season | We ask Richard: what’s the difference in your opinion? IS IGA STILL THE PLAYER TO BEAT ON THE SLOWER CLAY? Reminder: Keep an eye on Sinner... Sinner - 40-18 (.833 lifetime) on clay 5-1 this year… quarterfinal at rome la
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Iga's Aura is Back and So is Carlitos
21/02/2023 Duración: 37minThis week on the Lucky Letcord Podcast Richard Pagliaro joins host Chris Oddo to break down a fun week of February tennis across the globe. We start with Iga Swiatek's run of dominance in Doha and then enter a discussion of Aryna Sabalenka's goal of chasing the No.1 ranking. Is it even possible? What would it take? What do we think of Sabalenka's attitude? Next, we move to Rotterdam where Daniil Medvedev has made a strong statement of intent by claiming the title. Jannik Sinner, the runner-up who falls to 0-5 lifetime vs Medvedev, was also strong. What did we see from Medvedev that we have not seen of late? Next, it's over to Buenos Aires, where Carlos Alcaraz made a swift return to the podium by winning his 7th career title. How good did he look and what makes this teenager one of the most compelling watches in the sport right now? Meanwhile, another player, Austria's Dominic Thiem, continues to struggle - what gives? We also discuss Novak Djokovic's 377th week at No.1 and Taylor Fritz' push for the top five
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Aleks Kovacevic on rising up the rankings and never being satisfied
10/02/2023 Duración: 26minThis week the Lucky Letcord Podcast welcomes special guest Aleks Kovacevic. A former NCAA All-American at Illinois, Kovacevic has transitioned seamlessly to the ATP Tour over the last 18 months. He was 370 in the rankings this time last year but now sits at 125 -- a stone's throw from the top 100 -- after claiming his maiden challenger title in Cleveland on Sunday. Host Chris Oddo talks to the 24-year-old about the difficulties of transitioning into the pro game and the highs and lows of his first formative months on tour. We run through Kovacevic's journey to South Korea last year, where he made his ATP debut in Seoul and powered into the semifinals with wins over Miomir Kecmanovic, Jason Tseng and Mackenzie McDonald. It's not so much about hitting a high level, Kovacevic tells the podcast, it's about hitting a high level consistently. Kovacevics talks about his difficult trip to Australia this year and then reflects on what it was like watching his good friends JJ Wolf and Ben Shelton battle for a spot in t
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22 Times for Djokovic and One for Aryna the Calm Tiger
02/02/2023 Duración: 50minRichard Pagliaro joins Chris Oddo to break down the finals of the 2023 Australian Open. We pay special attention to Novak Djokovic, and his incredible triumph in Melbourne, where he won his 22nd major and 10th AO title, discussing everything from his post-victory emotions to his hamstring to his bulletproof game and aura. Of course we've got time for Stefanos Tsitsipas after a breakthrough run to the final in Melbourne - what did the Greek do right? What did he do wrong? Moving on to Aryna Sabalenka, the first-time Slam winner who took out Aryna Sabalanka in an absolutely epic final, we talk about the Belarussian's passion and dedication, how she rebuilt her serve - and her mindset - to conquer this massive challenge. And what does the AO tell us about the aura of Iga going forward? We made time for a brief discussion of it, naturally. Then onto Stefano Vukov and Elena Rybakina and the controversy that surrounded them in Melbourne. What can we take away? How can we all grow from this? Thanks for listening! Le
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Americans in Australia with Alex Gruskin of Cracked Racquets
26/01/2023 Duración: 52minAlex Gruskin of Cracked Racquets joins Chris Oddo to talk about the fantastic performances of the American men at this year's Australian Open. You can find Alex's brilliant work at Crackedracquets.com, he hosts several podcasts, covering NCAA tennis and the pro game as well, and also works as a commentator for the Tennis Channel. Cracked Racquets Gruskin on Twitter: Topics discussed: Tommy Paul -- why is he the last American standing and what is his long-term upside? How is the Paul of 2023 different from previous versions of himself, which elements of his arsenal have been sharpened and why is he able to muster such success against the Top-5? What are his chances against Novak Djokovic and what could the rest of the season look like for him? Ben Shelton -- how has this kid come from out of nowhere to be such a force? What are his assets, why are they so effective and what are some of the elements of his game that could improve to make him even better? Shelton has emerged as a fan favorite - what is it
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Aussie Open Week One in Review - What Netflix Curse?
22/01/2023 Duración: 50minRichard Pagliaro and Erik Gudris join host Chris Oddo to talk about a wonderful week one in Melbourne. Topics Discussed: Rafa's future? Is there more glory to come? If not Novak, then who? A discussion of potential winners of the men's singles crown in Melbourne, and the form and fitness of the nine-time champ. Iga's aura, is it still intact? Netflix curse? Is it real? Is it fun? Is it annoying? Can it be all three? Andy Murray, let us count the ways we love you. Sam Stosur, let us count the ways we love you. American men, y'all are so good! Sebastian Korda and the art of closing matches. An improving work in progress. So much more! Thanks for listening and supporting! Emotional moments of week one (our faves) ENJOY WEEK TWO!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Break Point Reviewed - AO23 Draws Revealed - and Reviewed!
15/01/2023 Duración: 01h57sErik Gudris, Tennis Now's resident film buff, joins the podcast to discuss Netflix new tennis docuseries, Break Point, and Richard Pagliaro joins to help Erik break down the draws and key storylines at the 2023 Australian Open. Host Chris Oddo, as always, is there to lend moral support! Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Welcome to 2023 - Aussie Open Favorites, Week 1 in Review
10/01/2023 Duración: 41minJoin Chris Oddo and Richard Pagliaro as we look back at an eventful opening week of the 2023 tennis season and look forward to the Australian Open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Christopher Clarey on "The Master" and Roger Federer
15/12/2022 Duración: 36minThe New York Times journalist spent more than two decades chronicling the fantastic career of Roger Federer, and in his book he turns over every rock to find out more about the formative years of the legendary Swiss, so that we may better comprehend what made Federer the player he was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Serena's Last Dance, but Nole's Got Time
26/08/2022 Duración: 41minRichard Pagliaro and Erik Gudris join host Chris Oddo to talk all things US Open, including Serena Williams, the men's and women's singles draw, Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev and what the absence of Novak Djokovic means for the tournament and going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Wimbledon Preview with Richard Pagliaro
25/06/2022 Duración: 43minRichard Pagliaro joins Chris Oddo not long after the Wimbledon draws were released to talk about who landed where and what the key storylines are for the Championships in 2022. Join us for in-depth discussions on the following: Serena Williams - how did she look at Eastbourne and what can we really expect from her at SW19? Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic - who got the better draw? Matteo Berrettini - is he the No.2 favorite based on his performance at Stuttgart and Queen's? Bianca Andreescu - what makes her a threat on the grass? Is Petra Kvitova finding her mojo? If not Iga Swiatek, then which woman could raise the Venus Rosewater Dish? Key first-round matchups, now that we have the draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Michael Mmoh - Winner of the USTA's Roland Garros Wild Card Challenge Has Found the Spark
16/05/2022 Duración: 25minEnjoy our interview with Michael Mmoh - winner of the USTA's Roland-Garros wild card in 2022. Below is a snippet of our feature on Michael, for more info go to www.tennisnow.com! As a top junior, Michael Mmoh knows a thing or two about heavy expectations. He was the No.2-ranked junior in 2015, pushing for junior Slam titles and thought of as one of the most promising American players. He remains one of the more promising Americans, but one with unfinished business in 2022. Mmoh, the son of Toni Mmoh, who is a former World No.105 that played for Nigeria during his career, believes he is on the rise after several seasons of fits and starts due to injuries. He recently won the USTA’s French Open wild card playoff and will take his place in the main draw at Roland-Garros for the second time next week. Having topped out in the ATP rankings at 96 in 2018, Mmoh currently ranks 179 – but, at the age of 24, he feels he has the capacity to go much higher. We asked him if players like Aslan Karatsev, who came from
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Mert Ertunga, Coach of Ipek Oz and Ayla Aksu, on an Amazing Year
28/04/2022 Duración: 01h01minIn this edition of the Lucky Letcord Podcast, former Turkish Davis Cup Captain and veteran college coach Mert Ertunga talks to the podcast about his new foray into coaching two of Turkey's top women. Follow Mert on Twitter: @MertovsTDesk Ertunga has a long and storied history in the sport, but he has recently taken a big step by becoming the coach of two Turkish women - Ipek Oz and Ayla Aksu - after operating as a coaching consultant and member of the tennis media in recent years. Listen on and hear why Mertunga is diving head first into this new challenge, what inspired him to make the move and find out how he has hooked up with two promising talents. Listeners will great insight into what life is like on the ITF circuit, far away from the spotlight of the tour’s biggest venues, where Oz and Aksu battle for precious ranking points in the hopes that they can follow in the path of Turkish tennis trailblazer Cagla Buyukakcay, the only Turkish woman who has ever cracked the WTA’s top 100. It just so happ
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Lucky Letcord Podast Featuring Blair Henley
25/04/2022 Duración: 34minBlair Henley Drops by the Podcast to talk about her last two months on the tour, which has taken her from Indian Wells to Houston and finally to Asheville for an emotional Billie Jean King Cup tie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Swiatek and Alcaraz Rising - Breaking Down the Miami Open with Richard Pagliaro
05/04/2022 Duración: 43minRichard Pagliaro joins us from southern Florida to wrap up a phenomenal week at the Miami Open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices