Craig Shapiro

Bethanie Mattek-Sands

Bethanie Mattek-Sands , a current player and now broadcaster for ESPN’S tennis coverage in the United States has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child she grew up in Minnesota and then Wisconsin, and she played multiple sports.  As a junior tennis player, she was one of the best players in North America and chose to turn professional after winning a big tournament in France at the age of 13.  Bethanie Mattek-Sands  rose to 30 in the world and posted wins over players such as Elena Svitolina, Sara Errani, and Flavia Pennetta.  On this episode Bethanie Mattek-Sands tells us her perspectives on the current tennis landscape.   She explains what it was like to turn pro at 14 years old.  And she’s going to tell us about her time when tennis had become unpleasant.  She explains how she became a better player at the age of 25 . She breaks down some of the adversity she faced when she injured her knee at Wimbledon and had to come back to the WTA TOUR.  Bethanie explained the inspiration for her tennis fashion line, and explained that she has ownership in a Mezcal company. (Recorded March 25, 2020. Released April 1, 2020) Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01]; To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes:  Belinda Bencic [Ep42] Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]  To read CRAIG’S ARTICLE about the HUGGY BEAR, subscribe to RACQUET MAGAZINE. To hear more Wimbledon stories on UNDER REVIEW, check out: TIM HENMAN [Ep10], ANDRE SA [Ep33]. UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: Check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: Wimbledon, England, Great Britain, Arizona, Safarova, Jamie Murray, Doubles, Grand Slam, Junior Tennis,Mezcal, Corona Virus, WTA, ATP,  Tennis

Bethanie Mattek-Sands , a current player and now broadcaster for ESPN’S tennis coverage in the United States has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child she grew up in Minnesota and then Wisconsin, and she played multiple sports.  As a junior tennis player, she was one of the best players in North America and chose to turn professional after winning a big tournament in France at the age of 13.  Bethanie Mattek-Sands  rose to 30 in the world and posted wins over players such as Elena Svitolina, Sara Errani, and Flavia Pennetta.  On this episode Bethanie Mattek-Sands tells us her perspectives on the current tennis landscape.   She explains what it was like to turn pro at 14 years old.  And she’s going to tell us about her time when tennis had become unpleasant.  She explains how she became a better player at the age of 25 . She breaks down some of the adversity she faced when she injured her knee at Wimbledon and had to come back to the WTA TOUR.  Bethanie explained the inspiration for her tennis fashion line, and explained that she has ownership in a Mezcal company. (Recorded March 25, 2020. Released April 1, 2020) <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a> To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/belinda-bencic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Belinda Bencic [Ep42]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/bianca-andreescu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]</a></li> </ul> To read CRAIG’S ARTICLE about the HUGGY BEAR, subscribe to <a href="https://racquetmag.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RACQUET MAGAZINE.</a> To hear more Wimbledon stories on UNDER REVIEW, check out: <a href="/podcast/tim-henman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TIM HENMAN [Ep10]</a>, <a href="/podcast/andre-sa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANDRE SA</a> [Ep33]. UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> Check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Wimbledon, England, Great Britain, Arizona, Safarova, Jamie Murray, Doubles, Grand Slam, Junior Tennis,Mezcal, Corona Virus, WTA, ATP,  Tennis

Bethanie Mattek-Sands talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro (ep 66)

Greg Rusedski

Greg Rusedski , former player, coach, and now broadcaster for Amazon Prime Video’s tennis coverage in the UK, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he grew up in Montreal, Quebec with a father that loved  tennis.  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in North America and chose to turn professional instead of taking a scholarship to play at USC.  Greg Rusedski rose to 4 in the world and posted wins over players such as Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Gustavo Kuerten and Marat Safin.  On this episode GREG RUSEDSKI  tells us his perspectives on the current British tennis landscape.   He explains what it was like to see the rise of Tim Henman.  And he’s going to tell us about his time coaching  Heather Watson.  He explains how he changed coaches after his best season . He breaks down some of the adversity he faced when he turned pro and wasn’t quite ready to be successful on the ATP TOUR.  Greg Rusedski explained what it was like to beat Pete Sampras at the Paris Masters. (Recorded March 7, 2020. Released March 25, 2020) Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: hear from Greg’s former coach BRIAN TEACHER For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01]; To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes:  Belinda Bencic [Ep42] Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]  UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: Check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: Wimbledon, England, Great Britain, Canada, Tim Henman, AELTC, Andy Murray, Essex, Prime Video, Heather Watson,

Greg Rusedski , former player, coach, and now broadcaster for Amazon Prime Video’s tennis coverage in the UK, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he grew up in Montreal, Quebec with a father that loved  tennis.  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in North America and chose to turn professional instead of taking a scholarship to play at USC.  Greg Rusedski rose to 4 in the world and posted wins over players such as Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Gustavo Kuerten and Marat Safin.  On this episode GREG RUSEDSKI  tells us his perspectives on the current British tennis landscape.   He explains what it was like to see the rise of Tim Henman.  And he’s going to tell us about his time coaching  Heather Watson.  He explains how he changed coaches after his best season . He breaks down some of the adversity he faced when he turned pro and wasn’t quite ready to be successful on the ATP TOUR.  Greg Rusedski explained what it was like to beat Pete Sampras at the Paris Masters. (Recorded March 7, 2020. Released March 25, 2020) <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> hear from Greg’s former coach <a href="/podcast/brian-teacher/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BRIAN TEACHER</a> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a> To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/belinda-bencic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Belinda Bencic [Ep42]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/bianca-andreescu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]</a></li> </ul> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> Check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Wimbledon, England, Great Britain, Canada, Tim Henman, AELTC, Andy Murray, Essex, Prime Video, Heather Watson,

Greg Rusedski talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro (ep65)

Mark Petchey

Mark Petchey , one of the more insightful broadcasters on tour, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he grew up in Essex, England with a parents that were exceptional tennis players.  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in Europe and chose to turn professional instead of taking a scholarship to play at USC.  Mark Petchey rose to 80 in the world and posted wins over players such as Michael Chang, Michael Stich, and Tommy Haas.  On this episode MARK PETCHEY  tells us his perspectives on the current tennis landscape in light of the corona virus pandemic. He explains what it was like to see the rise of Tim Henman.  And he’s going to tell us about his time coaching  Andy Murray.  He explains how he thinks he should have played college tennis . He breaks down some of the adversity he faced when he turned pro and wasn’t quite ready to be successful on the ATP TOUR.  Mark Petchey explained what it was like to beat Michael Chang at the Los Angeles tournament played at UCLA. (Recorded March 10, 2020. Released March 18, 2020) Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01]; To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes:  Belinda Bencic [Ep42] Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]  UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: Wimbledon, England, Great Britain, Tim Henman, AELTC, Andy Murray, Essex, Prime Video, Pandemic, Corona Virus

Mark Petchey , one of the more insightful broadcasters on tour, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he grew up in Essex, England with a parents that were exceptional tennis players.  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in Europe and chose to turn professional instead of taking a scholarship to play at USC.  Mark Petchey rose to 80 in the world and posted wins over players such as Michael Chang, Michael Stich, and Tommy Haas.  On this episode MARK PETCHEY  tells us his perspectives on the current tennis landscape in light of the corona virus pandemic. He explains what it was like to see the rise of Tim Henman.  And he’s going to tell us about his time coaching  Andy Murray.  He explains how he thinks he should have played college tennis . He breaks down some of the adversity he faced when he turned pro and wasn’t quite ready to be successful on the ATP TOUR.  Mark Petchey explained what it was like to beat Michael Chang at the Los Angeles tournament played at UCLA. (Recorded March 10, 2020. Released March 18, 2020) <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a> To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/belinda-bencic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Belinda Bencic [Ep42]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/bianca-andreescu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]</a></li> </ul> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Wimbledon, England, Great Britain, Tim Henman, AELTC, Andy Murray, Essex, Prime Video, Pandemic, Corona Virus

Mark Petchey talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro (Ep64)

Tennys Sandgren

Tennys Sandgren , one of the more insightful, incisive, and polarizing players on tour, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he grew up in Gallatin, Tennessee with a tennis court in his backyard.  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in the United States but was not identified as a top prospect by the USTA.   After a standout career at the University of Tennessee, he struggled on the ATP Tour.  Coming up with players such as Noah Rubin, Tennys told us his story of perseverance. On this episode TENNYS SANDGREN  tells us how he broke into the top hundred in 2017 . He breaks down some of the adversity he faced when he made his run to the 2018 Australian Open quarterfinals.   He describes what happened when his father died unexpectedly , and what it was like to grow up in a fundamental Christian household. TENNYS SANDGREN explained what it was like to beat Fabio Fognini and squander 7 match points against Roger Federer at the 2020 Australian Open. (Recorded March 11, 2020. Released March 15, 2020) Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01]; To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes:  Belinda Bencic [Ep42] Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]  UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: University of Tennessee, Tennessee Vols, Tennessee, Roger Federer, Australian Open, Corona Virus, Indian Wells, Oracle, Oracle Challenger Series

Tennys Sandgren , one of the more insightful, incisive, and polarizing players on tour, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he grew up in Gallatin, Tennessee with a tennis court in his backyard.  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in the United States but was not identified as a top prospect by the USTA.   After a standout career at the University of Tennessee, he struggled on the ATP Tour.  Coming up with players such as Noah Rubin, Tennys told us his story of perseverance. On this episode TENNYS SANDGREN  tells us how he broke into the top hundred in 2017 . He breaks down some of the adversity he faced when he made his run to the 2018 Australian Open quarterfinals.   He describes what happened when his father died unexpectedly , and what it was like to grow up in a fundamental Christian household. TENNYS SANDGREN explained what it was like to beat Fabio Fognini and squander 7 match points against Roger Federer at the 2020 Australian Open. (Recorded March 11, 2020. Released March 15, 2020) <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a> To hear more from current players on the pro tour check out  these episodes: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/belinda-bencic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Belinda Bencic [Ep42]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/bianca-andreescu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bianca Andreescu [Ep43]</a></li> </ul> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> University of Tennessee, Tennessee Vols, Tennessee, Roger Federer, Australian Open, Corona Virus, Indian Wells, Oracle, Oracle Challenger Series

Tennys Sandgren talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro (EP63)

Wim Fissette

Wim Fissette , the coach of Naomi Osaka, has coached many of the top women on the WTA Tour in a short amount of time.  He took up tennis at 8 years old when his mom began playing, and became a quality junior.  As a junior, he was one of the best players in Belgium but was not identified as elite.   After being invited to be the hitting partner for Kim Clijsters, he decided that coaching tennis would be his life.  Wim Fissette told us this action packed story of moving from hitting partner to becoming a premier coach on the WTA Tour.  He discussed many aspects of his coaching career and was extremely forthcoming and earnest.  Wim Fissette told us how early in his career he was unsure if he was a good coach, or if he had just gotten lucky coaching Kim Clijsters.  From there he took a step back to develop his coaching skills, and then got a phone call that changed his career trajectory.  Wim Fissette  breaks down his time coaching Kim Clijsters, Vika Azarenka, Johanna Konta,  Simona Halep and Angelique Kerber.  Wim Fissette describes how tennis has become his lifelong work, and how he balances the travel with a wife and young children at home. (Recorded March 1, 2020. Released March 11, 2020) Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW featuring elite coaches , check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01]; UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: To see more on Wim Fissette, see http://wimfissette.com/ And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: Belgium, Kim Clijsters, Naomi Osaka, Angie Kerber, Simona Halep, Vika Azarenka, Johanna Konta, Tennis Coach, WTA, Wimbledon, US Open

Wim Fissette , the coach of Naomi Osaka, has coached many of the top women on the WTA Tour in a short amount of time.  He took up tennis at 8 years old when his mom began playing, and became a quality junior.  As a junior, he was one of the best players in Belgium but was not identified as elite.   After being invited to be the hitting partner for Kim Clijsters, he decided that coaching tennis would be his life.  Wim Fissette told us this action packed story of moving from hitting partner to becoming a premier coach on the WTA Tour.  He discussed many aspects of his coaching career and was extremely forthcoming and earnest.  Wim Fissette told us how early in his career he was unsure if he was a good coach, or if he had just gotten lucky coaching Kim Clijsters.  From there he took a step back to develop his coaching skills, and then got a phone call that changed his career trajectory.  Wim Fissette  breaks down his time coaching Kim Clijsters, Vika Azarenka, Johanna Konta,  Simona Halep and Angelique Kerber.  Wim Fissette describes how tennis has become his lifelong work, and how he balances the travel with a wife and young children at home. (Recorded March 1, 2020. Released March 11, 2020) <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW featuring elite coaches , check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> To see more on Wim Fissette, see <a href="http://wimfissette.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://wimfissette.com/</a> And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Belgium, Kim Clijsters, Naomi Osaka, Angie Kerber, Simona Halep, Vika Azarenka, Johanna Konta, Tennis Coach, WTA, Wimbledon, US Open

Wim Fissette Talks Tennis with Craig Shapiro (Ep 62)

Charlie Pasarell  grew up in San Juan, Puerto Rico in the 50’s, and under the tutelage of the fabled teacher Welby Van Horn rose to tennis prominence in the United States.   He won the Orange Bowl and national championships in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In the 60’s Charlie Pasarell  attended UCLA and forged a lifelong friendship with Arthur Ashe.  He also trained with Pancho Segura at The Beverly Hills Tennis Club, and rose to become the #1 player in the United States in 1967. As a pro, Charlie Pasarell posted wins over Rod Laver, Roy Emerson,  Stan Smith, Manolo Santana and Adriano Panatta..  He  discussed what he thinks of the new generation, and told us what it was like to be a tennis star before open era tennis began.  He discussed  the controversial CEO machinations at the top of the ATP.  Charlie told us the story of how he created what is now The BNP Paribas Open,  which is now the 5th biggest tournament in the world.  Located in Indian Wells, California, the tournament was owned by Charlie Pasarell until he sold it to the head of Oracle, Larry Ellison.  Many refer to the tournament as the fifth Grand Slam. (Recorded July 19, 2019. Released March 1, 2020) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Tennis Hall of Famers, check out:  Jim Courier [Ep23] Gigi Fernandez [Ep27] Nick Bollettieri [Ep28] Mark Woodforde [Ep29] Steve Flink [Ep37] Mats Wilander [Ep38] Yevgeny Kafelnikov [Ep40] Stan Smith [Ep50]  To see clips from the epic Passarel / Gonzalez Wimbledon match: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8H6V1iP4UiA And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: James Van Alen. Arthur Ashe, Rod Laver, Rolex, Welby Van Horn, Donald Dell, UCLA, Davis Cup, Indian Wells, Larry Ellison, Oracle, Tennis Hall of Fame

Charlie Pasarell  grew up in San Juan, Puerto Rico in the 50’s, and under the tutelage of the fabled teacher Welby Van Horn rose to tennis prominence in the United States.   He won the Orange Bowl and national championships in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In the 60’s Charlie Pasarell  attended UCLA and forged a lifelong friendship with Arthur Ashe.  He also trained with Pancho Segura at The Beverly Hills Tennis Club, and rose to become the #1 player in the United States in 1967. As a pro, Charlie Pasarell posted wins over Rod Laver, Roy Emerson,  Stan Smith, Manolo Santana and Adriano Panatta..  He  discussed what he thinks of the new generation, and told us what it was like to be a tennis star before open era tennis began.  He discussed  the controversial CEO machinations at the top of the ATP.  Charlie told us the story of how he created what is now The BNP Paribas Open,  which is now the 5th biggest tournament in the world.  Located in Indian Wells, California, the tournament was owned by Charlie Pasarell until he sold it to the head of Oracle, Larry Ellison.  Many refer to the tournament as the fifth Grand Slam. (Recorded July 19, 2019. Released March 1, 2020) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Tennis Hall of Famers, check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Courier [Ep23]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/gigi-fernandez/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gigi Fernandez [Ep27]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mark-woodforde/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mark Woodforde [Ep29]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/steve-flink/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Flink [Ep37]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mats-wilander/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mats Wilander [Ep38]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/yevgeny-kafelnikov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yevgeny Kafelnikov [Ep40]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/stan-smith/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stan Smith [Ep50]</a></li> </ul> To see clips from the epic Passarel / Gonzalez Wimbledon match: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8H6V1iP4UiA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8H6V1iP4UiA</a> And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> <h6>James Van Alen. Arthur Ashe, Rod Laver, Rolex, Welby Van Horn, Donald Dell, UCLA, Davis Cup, Indian Wells, Larry Ellison, Oracle, Tennis Hall of Fame</h6>

CHARLIE PASARELL talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep61]

Leo Lavalle , the winner of the 1985 Junior Wimbledon Championships,  has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a pro he rose to 51 in the word and posted wins over Brad Gilbert, Anders Jarryd, and Stefan Edberg.   After the great Hall of Fame player Raul Ramirez, he is the best player to have come from his country, and as a Davis Cup stalwart carried the hopes and dreams of Mexican tennis onto the court with him for a record 14 years. On this episode of Under Review,  Leo Lavalle, now a  broadcaster for ESPN’s tennis coverage in Mexico, is going to explain why the Acapulco Open is fast becoming a tennis fan destination.  He’ll share what it was like to turn pro in the mid 80’s as racquet technology and fitness regiments were changing drastically.  Leo will explain why Davis Cup was where he played his best tennis, and why the team format  was so important to him.   He’ll tell us about a 16 year old Spanish phenom that he thinks is a male version of Coco Gauff.  And he’ll share who he think can beat Rafa Nadal at Roland Garros.  Leo Lavalle joined us from his home in Carretero , Mexico.  We talked about tennis in length, via Skype. (Recorded February 20, 2020, Released February 23, 2020)  ,  Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW featuring coaches, former players, and broadcasters, check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01];JIM COURIER {Ep23,  MARK WOODFORDE [Ep29], MATS WILANDER [Ep38] UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: To see Leo Lavalle playing in Davis Cup check out this  link, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3whWo2x-Jg And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: Mexico, Wimbledon, Davis Cup, ESPN, Acapulco, Ivan Lendl, Raul Ramirez, Brad Gilbert, Carlos Alcaraz, Rafa Nadal, John McEnroe, Coco Gauff

Leo Lavalle , the winner of the 1985 Junior Wimbledon Championships,  has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a pro he rose to 51 in the word and posted wins over Brad Gilbert, Anders Jarryd, and Stefan Edberg.   After the great Hall of Fame player Raul Ramirez, he is the best player to have come from his country, and as a Davis Cup stalwart carried the hopes and dreams of Mexican tennis onto the court with him for a record 14 years. On this episode of Under Review,  Leo Lavalle, now a  broadcaster for ESPN’s tennis coverage in Mexico, is going to explain why the Acapulco Open is fast becoming a tennis fan destination.  He’ll share what it was like to turn pro in the mid 80’s as racquet technology and fitness regiments were changing drastically.  Leo will explain why Davis Cup was where he played his best tennis, and why the team format  was so important to him.   He’ll tell us about a 16 year old Spanish phenom that he thinks is a male version of Coco Gauff.  And he’ll share who he think can beat Rafa Nadal at Roland Garros.  Leo Lavalle joined us from his home in Carretero , Mexico.  We talked about tennis in length, via Skype. (Recorded February 20, 2020, Released February 23, 2020) ,  <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW featuring coaches, former players, and broadcasters, check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIM COURIER {Ep23,  </a><a href="/podcast/mark-woodforde/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MARK WOODFORDE [Ep29], </a><a href="/podcast/mats-wilander/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MATS WILANDER [Ep38]</a> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> To see Leo Lavalle playing in Davis Cup check out this  link, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3whWo2x-Jg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3whWo2x-Jg</a> And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Mexico, Wimbledon, Davis Cup, ESPN, Acapulco, Ivan Lendl, Raul Ramirez, Brad Gilbert, Carlos Alcaraz, Rafa Nadal, John McEnroe, Coco Gauff

LEO LAVALLE talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO (ep60)

Brian Vahaly

Brian Vahaly , once named to People Magazine’s most eligible bachelor list, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he was afraid to swim after seeing JAWS, and began tennis as an infant .  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in the United States but was not identified as a top prospect by the USTA.   After a standout career at the University of Virginia, he initially struggled on the ATP Tour.  Coming up with players such as Robby Ginepri and Andy Roddick, Brian told us his story of perseverance. On this episode BRIAN VAHALY  tells us how, early in his career he was close to stopping playing and then went on a tear, breaking into the top hundred. He breaks down some of his obligations as a board member of the USTA.  She describes how tennis took hold in Scotland and where it needs to go from here. And she tells us what you must do when you have one kid who finals the Orange Bowl and another one who wins it. (Recorded September 6, 2019. Released February 16, 2020) Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Brad Gilbert [Ep01]; UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For more on Brian’s latest venture check out SolidCore. KEYWORDS: UVA, University of Virginia Tennis, USTA, Gordon Smith, Solidcore, Vladimir Voltchkov, Atlanta, Donald Young, Ashley Harkleroad, Robby Ginepri

Brian Vahaly , once named to People Magazine’s most eligible bachelor list, has lived an incredible life in tennis. As a child he was afraid to swim after seeing JAWS, and began tennis as an infant .  As a junior tennis player, he was one of the best players in the United States but was not identified as a top prospect by the USTA.   After a standout career at the University of Virginia, he initially struggled on the ATP Tour.  Coming up with players such as Robby Ginepri and Andy Roddick, Brian told us his story of perseverance. On this episode BRIAN VAHALY  tells us how, early in his career he was close to stopping playing and then went on a tear, breaking into the top hundred. He breaks down some of his obligations as a board member of the USTA.  She describes how tennis took hold in Scotland and where it needs to go from here. And she tells us what you must do when you have one kid who finals the Orange Bowl and another one who wins it. (Recorded September 6, 2019. Released February 16, 2020) <h4>Related Episodes of UNDER REVIEW:</h4> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW , check out: <a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]; </a><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri [Ep28];</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15];</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep01];</a> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For more on Brian’s latest venture check out <a href="https://www.solidcore.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SolidCore</a>. <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> UVA, University of Virginia Tennis, USTA, Gordon Smith, Solidcore, Vladimir Voltchkov, Atlanta, Donald Young, Ashley Harkleroad, Robby Ginepri

BRIAN VAHALY talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO (Ep59)

Henri Leconte the French legend joined us and we had a mid-tournament conversation.  He shared how he became a longtime Australian Open fan favorite broadcaster, first at Channel 7, then 9, and now Eurosport.  Henri Leconte explained that he began broadcasting when Jo Wilfried Tsonga was playing well in Australia. He told us about the immense pressure he faced when he was a contestant on Britain’s Top Chef.   Henri discussed Felix Auger-Aliassime and Coco Gauff.  We learned what his perspectives have been regarding the French tennis players Caro Garcia, Pierres-Hugues Herbert, and Hugo Humbert. Henri also talked about some of the problems the French Tennis Federation is facing. Henri Leconte discussed his own tennis career and how he learned tennis from his mother.  He told us that he was thrown out of the French Tennis Federation and joined the Romanian Ion Tiriac. Henri  described what it was like to train with the Argentine legend Guillermo Vilas .  We discussed his run to the finals of the 86 French Open and his great performance at the 1991 Davis Cup where he beat Pete Sampras. He followed up the Sampras win with a win in doubles vs the great team of Ken Flach and Robert Seguso. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For other UNDER REVIEW episodes with other luminaries and broadcasters check out: Henri’s opponent in the French Open Final, MATS WILANDER [Ep38]  2 time French Open winner Jim Courier [Ep23] Pete Sampras’ longtime coach Paul Annacone [Ep15] (Recorded January 29, 2020. Released February 7, 2020) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com KEYWORDS: Coco Gauff ,Felix, Roland Garros , French Open , Tiriac, Vilas, Sampras, Becker, Australia, Kooyong, Lyon, Paris, Lille, Australian Open, Melbourne, French tennis, tennis mom, Top Chef

Henri Leconte the French legend joined us and we had a mid-tournament conversation.  He shared how he became a longtime Australian Open fan favorite broadcaster, first at Channel 7, then 9, and now Eurosport.  Henri Leconte explained that he began broadcasting when Jo Wilfried Tsonga was playing well in Australia. He told us about the immense pressure he faced when he was a contestant on Britain’s Top Chef.   Henri discussed Felix Auger-Aliassime and Coco Gauff.  We learned what his perspectives have been regarding the French tennis players Caro Garcia, Pierres-Hugues Herbert, and Hugo Humbert. Henri also talked about some of the problems the French Tennis Federation is facing. Henri Leconte discussed his own tennis career and how he learned tennis from his mother.  He told us that he was thrown out of the French Tennis Federation and joined the Romanian Ion Tiriac. Henri  described what it was like to train with the Argentine legend Guillermo Vilas .  We discussed his run to the finals of the 86 French Open and his great performance at the 1991 Davis Cup where he beat Pete Sampras. He followed up the Sampras win with a win in doubles vs the great team of Ken Flach and Robert Seguso. <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> <h6>For other UNDER REVIEW episodes with other luminaries and broadcasters check out:</h6> Henri’s opponent in the French Open Final, <a href="/podcast/mats-wilander/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MATS WILANDER [Ep38]  </a>2 time French Open winner <a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Courier [Ep23] </a>Pete Sampras’ longtime coach <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15]</a> (Recorded January 29, 2020. Released February 7, 2020) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> KEYWORDS: Coco Gauff ,Felix, Roland Garros , French Open , Tiriac, Vilas, Sampras, Becker, Australia, Kooyong, Lyon, Paris, Lille, Australian Open, Melbourne, French tennis, tennis mom, Top Chef

HENRI LECONTE talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO (EP 58)

Lindsay Davenport

Former world #1 and Hall-of-Famer Lindsay Davenport joined us and we had a mid-tournament Australian Open conversation.  She shared her experience being a tennis mom and explained how both she and her husband split up the tournament obligations. .  We learned what her perspectives have been at the Australian Open .  Lindsay shared her thoughts on  Serena and Venus Williams  and also Coco Gauff. Lindsay also talked about coaching the American tennis player Madison Keys.  She broke down the remaining men that reached the quarterfinals; Sascha Zverev, Stan Wawrinka, Milos Raonic, Tennys Sandgren, Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. Now a Tennis Channel  broadcaster,  California native Lindsay Davenport  discussed the summer of 1998.  That summer she won three straight tournaments in California and then won the US Open.  Lindsay talked about the impact her coach Robert Van’t Hof had on her career.  She described some of her most important wins in Melbourne including beating Jennifer Capriati and Martina Hingis en route to her win in 2000.  We discussed her favorite tournament, favorite court,  and the importance of cheering the player from the  players’ guest box. She also told us what changes she would like to make if she was the queen of tennis.   We caught up with Lindsay Davenport on a veranda in the media centre at the Australian Open. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For other UNDER REVIEW episodes with other Tennis Channel broadcasters check out:  James Blake [Ep26] Jim Courier [Ep23] Mary Carillo [Ep24]  Paul Annacone [Ep15] Prakash Amritraj [Ep09]  To hear more of Lindsay, please check out The Racquet Magazine Podcast. (Recorded January 28, 2020. Released January 29, 2020) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com KEYWORDS: Madison Keys ,Serena Williams , Venus Williams , Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Australian Open, Melbourne,  Robert Lansdorp, Tennis Channel , tennis coach, tennis mom

Former world #1 and Hall-of-Famer Lindsay Davenport joined us and we had a mid-tournament Australian Open conversation.  She shared her experience being a tennis mom and explained how both she and her husband split up the tournament obligations. .  We learned what her perspectives have been at the Australian Open .  Lindsay shared her thoughts on  Serena and Venus Williams  and also Coco Gauff. Lindsay also talked about coaching the American tennis player Madison Keys.  She broke down the remaining men that reached the quarterfinals; Sascha Zverev, Stan Wawrinka, Milos Raonic, Tennys Sandgren, Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. Now a Tennis Channel  broadcaster,  California native Lindsay Davenport  discussed the summer of 1998.  That summer she won three straight tournaments in California and then won the US Open.  Lindsay talked about the impact her coach Robert Van’t Hof had on her career.  She described some of her most important wins in Melbourne including beating Jennifer Capriati and Martina Hingis en route to her win in 2000.  We discussed her favorite tournament, favorite court,  and the importance of cheering the player from the  players’ guest box. She also told us what changes she would like to make if she was the queen of tennis.   We caught up with Lindsay Davenport on a veranda in the media centre at the Australian Open. <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For other UNDER REVIEW episodes with other Tennis Channel broadcasters check out: <ul> <li><a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/episode/james-blake/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James Blake [Ep26]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Courier [Ep23]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mary-carillo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mary Carillo [Ep24]</a> </li> <li><a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone [Ep15]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/prakash-amritraj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Prakash Amritraj [Ep09]</a></li> </ul> To hear more of Lindsay, please check out <a href="https://racquetmag.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Racquet Magazine Podcast</a>. (Recorded January 28, 2020. Released January 29, 2020) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> KEYWORDS: Madison Keys ,Serena Williams , Venus Williams , Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Australian Open, Melbourne,  Robert Lansdorp, Tennis Channel , tennis coach, tennis mom

LINDSAY DAVENPORT talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO (ep 57)

An in depth discussion of all things tennis with people in the know.

I listen to all of the top tennis podcasts. This is the best, hands down. Such a great interviewer.

Best tennis pod

Riveting interviews and an array of past and present players! Keep them coming!

Excellent

Under Review Tennis Podcast

Vijay Amritraj

India’s first professional athlete, VIJAY AMRITRAJ, is an icon of tennis. He’s posted wins over Laver, Rosewall, McEnroe, Borg, Nastase and Connors. He quarter-finaled Wimbledon twice. And The US Open twice.  And with his brother Anand, he led India to two Davis Cup finals. Beyond his tennis accomplishments, Vijay is an international brand ambassador, representing Rolex, Aston Martin, MasterCard and Unicef.  And if that’s not enough, Vijay has also graced the silver screen starring in blockbuster Hollywood films like Star Trek IV and Octopussy. The great VIJAY AMRITRAJ recounts how he came to America with 8 dollars in his pocket and ended up with more Rolexes than he can count. He shares what it’s like to act Pinewood Studios in the morning and play Wimbledon in the afternoon. And he reveals the inside story of the origin of Brad Gilbert’s phantom let cord obsession. (Recorded August 24, 2019. Released October 6, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact:  info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:  The Inside of Vijay’s bespoke suit jacket commemorating the 50th anniversary of his first Wimbledon. To read CRAIG’S ARTICLE about the HUGGY BEAR, subscribe to RACQUET MAGAZINE. Vijay’s battle with Bjorn Borg in the 1974 US OPEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDFd4q3CycU To hear more Wimbledon stories on UNDER REVIEW, check out: TIM HENMAN [Ep10], ANDRE SA [Ep33]. For the UNDER REVIEW episode with Vijay’s son, Prakash: PRAKASH AMRITRAJ KEYWORDS: Aston Martin, Brad Gilbert, Huggy Bear, India, Jimmy Connors, John McEnroe, Newport Hall of Fame, Pancho Gonzalez, Prakash Amritraj, Anand Amritraj, Roger Moore, Rolex, Slazenger, UCLA, WCT

India’s first professional athlete, VIJAY AMRITRAJ, is an icon of tennis. He’s posted wins over Laver, Rosewall, McEnroe, Borg, Nastase and Connors. He quarter-finaled Wimbledon twice. And The US Open twice.  And with his brother Anand, he led India to two Davis Cup finals. Beyond his tennis accomplishments, Vijay is an international brand ambassador, representing Rolex, Aston Martin, MasterCard and Unicef.  And if that’s not enough, Vijay has also graced the silver screen starring in blockbuster Hollywood films like Star Trek IV and Octopussy. The great VIJAY AMRITRAJ recounts how he came to America with 8 dollars in his pocket and ended up with more Rolexes than he can count. He shares what it’s like to act Pinewood Studios in the morning and play Wimbledon in the afternoon. And he reveals the inside story of the origin of <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert</a>’s phantom let cord obsession. (Recorded August 24, 2019. Released October 6, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact: <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> The Inside of Vijay’s bespoke suit jacket commemorating the 50th anniversary of his first Wimbledon. To read CRAIG’S ARTICLE about the HUGGY BEAR, subscribe to <a href="https://racquetmag.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RACQUET MAGAZINE.</a> Vijay’s battle with Bjorn Borg in the 1974 US OPEN: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDFd4q3CycU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDFd4q3CycU</a> To hear more Wimbledon stories on UNDER REVIEW, check out: <a href="/podcast/tim-henman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TIM HENMAN [Ep10]</a>, <a href="/podcast/andre-sa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANDRE SA</a> [Ep33]. For the UNDER REVIEW episode with Vijay’s son, Prakash: <a href="/podcast/prakash-amritraj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PRAKASH AMRITRAJ</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Aston Martin, Brad Gilbert, Huggy Bear, India, Jimmy Connors, John McEnroe, Newport Hall of Fame, Pancho Gonzalez, Prakash Amritraj, Anand Amritraj, Roger Moore, Rolex, Slazenger, UCLA, WCT

VIJAY AMRITRAJ talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep47]

French Open Champion and Croatian Fed Cup Captain IVA MAJOLI is a consistent force in the tennis world.  As a child, she travelled from wartime Croatia to Bradenton Florida in order to hone her craft at the Bollettieri Academy. As a pro, she quarter-finaled the Australian Open AND Wimbledon and got to #4 in the world. And in 1997, at the age of 20 she shocked the tennis world by stopping Martina Hingis in the finals of the only major Hingis lost that year. She’s posted wins over Davenport, Martinez, Seles, and Sabatini and many more. And now along with her captaining the Croatian Fed Cup team, she is on the WTA board, is a co-tournament director and is fast becoming a tennis mom. On this episode, IVA MAJOLI explains what happens to the mentality of the draw when the #1 seed looses in an early round. Especially when that #1 is an unbeatable Steffi Graf. She also breaks down her unique relationship with Donna Vekic. And she lets us know what she thinks of the WTA limiting the play of young players like Coco Gauff. (Recorded September 4, 2019. Released October 16, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact:  info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with alumni from the Bollettieri Academy,  check out: Tommy Haas [Ep4]; Paul Annacone [Ep15]; Jim Courier [Ep23]; Anne White [Ep34]; Andre Sa [Ep35]; Jimmy Arias [Ep35]. And for an episode with the legendary coach himself, check out: Nick Bollettieri [Ep28]. To watch highlights of Iva’s epic win over Martina Hingis, check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=be87AjJQ-dw KEYWORDS: Bollettieri Academy, Coco Gauff, Croatia, Donna Vekic, Fed Cup, Goran Ivanisevic, IMG Academy, Lindsay Davenport, Martina Hingis, Nick Bollettieri, Roland Garros, St. Petersburg, Stefi Graff, tennis mom, WTA

French Open Champion and Croatian Fed Cup Captain IVA MAJOLI is a consistent force in the tennis world.  As a child, she travelled from wartime Croatia to Bradenton Florida in order to hone her craft at the Bollettieri Academy. As a pro, she quarter-finaled the Australian Open AND Wimbledon and got to #4 in the world. And in 1997, at the age of 20 she shocked the tennis world by stopping Martina Hingis in the finals of the only major Hingis lost that year. She’s posted wins over Davenport, Martinez, Seles, and Sabatini and many more. And now along with her captaining the Croatian Fed Cup team, she is on the WTA board, is a co-tournament director and is fast becoming a tennis mom. On this episode, IVA MAJOLI explains what happens to the mentality of the draw when the #1 seed looses in an early round. Especially when that #1 is an unbeatable Steffi Graf. She also breaks down her unique relationship with Donna Vekic. And she lets us know what she thinks of the WTA limiting the play of young players like Coco Gauff. (Recorded September 4, 2019. Released October 16, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact: <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with alumni from the Bollettieri Academy,  check out: Tommy Haas <a href="/podcast/tommy-haas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep4]</a>; Paul Annacone <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep15</a>]; Jim Courier <a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep23]</a>; Anne White <a href="/podcast/anne-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep34]</a>; Andre Sa <a href="/podcast/andre-sa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep35]</a>; Jimmy Arias <a href="/podcast/jimmy-arias/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep35]</a>. And for an episode with the legendary coach himself, check out: Nick Bollettieri<a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> [Ep28].</a> To watch highlights of Iva’s epic win over Martina Hingis, check out: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=be87AjJQ-dw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=be87AjJQ-dw</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Bollettieri Academy, Coco Gauff, Croatia, Donna Vekic, Fed Cup, Goran Ivanisevic, IMG Academy, Lindsay Davenport, Martina Hingis, Nick Bollettieri, Roland Garros, St. Petersburg, Stefi Graff, tennis mom, WTA

IVA MAJOLI talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep48]

Ron Yu

Master Racquet Technician RON YU has strung 23 grand slam winning sticks. He’s been touring the world with Roger Federer for the past decade. And before that,  he strung championship racquets for Agassi, Wawrinka, Davenport and Hewitt. To name a few. We met up with Ron in a hotel room in London where he was preparing Federer’s racquets during the 2019 ATP Finals. On this episode, “Racquet Ron” Yu shares the intricacies of stringing Roger Federer’s racquets. He lets us know which technology changes he thinks would make the sport more interesting. And he tells us where he thinks his picture should go in the International Tennis Hall of Fame. (Recorded November 15, 2019 – Released December 26, 2019). UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com Supplemental Material: A Full Transcript of this episode can be found at: Ron Yu Transcript More on Priority 1: www.p1tennis.com For other UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Racquet Technicians, check out: Roman Prokes [Ep30]. And to hear the UNDER REVIEW episode with Ron’s favorite player, check out: Tim Henman [Ep10]. Keywords: Yonex, Wilson, P1, Priority 1 Tennis, Lindsay Davenport, Gut, Luxilon, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Indian Wells, Georgia Institute of Technology, St. Vincent, Andy Roddick, Australian Open, Andre Agassi, Wimbledon, Nick Kyrgios, Babolat,  Rafael Nadal

Master Racquet Technician RON YU has strung 23 grand slam winning sticks. He’s been touring the world with Roger Federer for the past decade. And before that,  he strung championship racquets for Agassi, Wawrinka, Davenport and Hewitt. To name a few. We met up with Ron in a hotel room in London where he was preparing Federer’s racquets during the 2019 ATP Finals. On this episode, “Racquet Ron” Yu shares the intricacies of stringing Roger Federer’s racquets. He lets us know which technology changes he thinks would make the sport more interesting. And he tells us where he thinks his picture should go in the International Tennis Hall of Fame. (Recorded November 15, 2019 – Released December 26, 2019). UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com">info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>Supplemental Material:</h6> A Full Transcript of this episode can be found at: <a href="/transcript-ron-yu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ron Yu Transcript</a> More on Priority 1: <a href="https://www.p1tennis.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.p1tennis.com</a> For other UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Racquet Technicians, check out: <a href="/podcast/roman-prokes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Roman Prokes [Ep30]</a>. And to hear the UNDER REVIEW episode with Ron’s favorite player, check out: <a href="/podcast/tim-henman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tim Henman [Ep10].</a> <h6>Keywords:</h6> Yonex, Wilson, P1, Priority 1 Tennis, Lindsay Davenport, Gut, Luxilon, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Indian Wells, Georgia Institute of Technology, St. Vincent, Andy Roddick, Australian Open, Andre Agassi, Wimbledon, Nick Kyrgios, Babolat,  Rafael Nadal

RACQUET RON YU talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep13]

Brad Gilbert

BRAD GILBERT is back with unique insight and inside stories. On this episode, Brad shares his thoughts on what he saw at Roland Garros this year. He also offers insight into what to look for in the upcoming grass court season. And he tells us what he said to Andre Agassi 20 years ago that propelled him to his first and only French Open Championship. Gilbert is a former world #4 tennis player, coach to several world #1s and Tennis Broadcaster for ESPN. (Recorded June 09, 2019. Released June 11, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For other UNDER REVIEW episodes with Brad Gilbert, check out: 2018 US OPEN Preview: Brad Gilbert [Ep1] 2018 Season Wrap Up: Brad Gilbert [Ep14] And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/ KEYWORDS: Andre Agassi, Andriy Medvedev, Anisamova, Ash Barty, Carlos Moya, Franco Squillari, Gil Reyes, Steffi Graf, hawkeye, John McEnroe, Konta, Markéta Vondroušová, Martin Damm, Rafael Nadal, Năstase, Novak Djokovic, O’Shannessy, Pete Sampras, Roland Garros, shotclock, Bruce Springstein, Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Uncle Tony, Stan Wawrinka

BRAD GILBERT is back with unique insight and inside stories. On this episode, Brad shares his thoughts on what he saw at Roland Garros this year. He also offers insight into what to look for in the upcoming grass court season. And he tells us what he said to Andre Agassi 20 years ago that propelled him to his first and only French Open Championship. Gilbert is a former world #4 tennis player, coach to several world #1s and Tennis Broadcaster for ESPN. (Recorded June 09, 2019. Released June 11, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For other UNDER REVIEW episodes with Brad Gilbert, check out: 2018 US OPEN Preview: <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep1]</a> 2018 Season Wrap Up: <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Gilbert [Ep14]</a> And check out The Malibu Racquet Club: <a href="https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.maliburacquetclub.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Andre Agassi, Andriy Medvedev, Anisamova, Ash Barty, Carlos Moya, Franco Squillari, Gil Reyes, Steffi Graf, hawkeye, John McEnroe, Konta, Markéta Vondroušová, Martin Damm, Rafael Nadal, Năstase, Novak Djokovic, O’Shannessy, Pete Sampras, Roland Garros, shotclock, Bruce Springstein, Dominic Thiem, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Uncle Tony, Stan Wawrinka

BRAD GILBERT talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep33]

Bianca Andreescu

Michael Joyce

A US Open Podcast: Interview with Bianca Andreescu discussing her road to the open. Also, top WTA coach Michael Joyce breaks down the men’s draw. Open hopeful, BIANCA ANDREESCU is arguably the hottest player in tennis. This year she won Auckland and Indian Wells. She dropped out of Miami with an injury. But she came back on fire to become the first Canadian to win The Canadian Open in 50 years. Now Bianca Andreescu is en route to her first major title and speaking with Craig on the podcast. We met up with Bianca court-side at Louis Armstrong Stadium during media day. And we walked and talked our way through the alleys and tunnel ways of the Billie Jean King Tennis Center. We discussed her year of wins and injury. She told us how she developed her unique game. And she let us know which Canadian recording artist’s music she wants played as she takes center court. Bianca’s interview is followed by a discussion with superstar coach Michael Joyce who has been to nearly 30 US Opens. First as a junior; then as a Pro; and finally as a coach where he’s worked with Sharapova, Azarenka, Bouchard, Konta and Pegula. And he is currently coaching Timea Babos. Michael dissects the men’s draw and gives insight into what to look for in the next few weeks and beyond. (Recorded August 20, 2019. Released August 28 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: More episodes of UNDER REVIEW featuring current WTA Players:  Belinda Bencic [Ep42] Sofia Kenin [Ep41] Shelby Rogers [Ep17] Nicole Gibbs [Ep19]  KEYWORDS: Ashcon Rezazadeh, ATP Finals, Felix Auger-Aliassame,  Jim Courier, Daniil Medvedev, Novak Djokovic, Dr. Jim Loehr, Drake, Roger Federer, Sven Groeneveld, Indian Wells, Injury, Kasatkina, Kyrgios, Lendl, Miami Open, Nadal, Newport Beach, Patricio Apey, Rogers Cup, Denis Shapovalov,  Sinner, Stan Wawrinka, Alexander Zverev

A US Open Podcast: Interview with Bianca Andreescu discussing her road to the open. Also, top WTA coach Michael Joyce breaks down the men’s draw. Open hopeful, BIANCA ANDREESCU is arguably the hottest player in tennis. This year she won Auckland and Indian Wells. She dropped out of Miami with an injury. But she came back on fire to become the first Canadian to win The Canadian Open in 50 years. Now Bianca Andreescu is en route to her first major title and speaking with Craig on the podcast. We met up with Bianca court-side at Louis Armstrong Stadium during media day. And we walked and talked our way through the alleys and tunnel ways of the Billie Jean King Tennis Center. We discussed her year of wins and injury. She told us how she developed her unique game. And she let us know which Canadian recording artist’s music she wants played as she takes center court. Bianca’s interview is followed by a discussion with superstar coach Michael Joyce who has been to nearly 30 US Opens. First as a junior; then as a Pro; and finally as a coach where he’s worked with Sharapova, Azarenka, Bouchard, Konta and Pegula. And he is currently coaching Timea Babos. Michael dissects the men’s draw and gives insight into what to look for in the next few weeks and beyond. (Recorded August 20, 2019. Released August 28 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> More episodes of UNDER REVIEW featuring current WTA Players: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/belinda-bencic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Belinda Bencic [Ep42]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/sofia-kenin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sofia Kenin [Ep41]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/shelby-rogers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shelby Rogers [Ep17]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/nicole-gibbs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nicole Gibbs [Ep19]</a></li> </ul> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Ashcon Rezazadeh, ATP Finals, Felix Auger-Aliassame,  Jim Courier, Daniil Medvedev, Novak Djokovic, Dr. Jim Loehr, Drake, Roger Federer, Sven Groeneveld, Indian Wells, Injury, Kasatkina, Kyrgios, Lendl, Miami Open, Nadal, Newport Beach, Patricio Apey, Rogers Cup, Denis Shapovalov,  Sinner, Stan Wawrinka, Alexander Zverev

US OPEN SPECIAL: BIANCA ANDREESCU & MICHAEL JOYCE talk with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep43]

Ashley Harkleroad

She played Serena Williams 3 times and they had the same agent. She got to 39 in the world and was given the moniker “The American Kournikova.” My friend ASHLEY HARKLEROAD talks about being the #1 junior in the country at 14, how she met her coach-turned-husband Chuck Adams, what’s the latest in women’s tennis and of course Serena and what happened during the US OPEN final. UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

She played Serena Williams 3 times and they had the same agent. She got to 39 in the world and was given the moniker “The American Kournikova.” My friend ASHLEY HARKLEROAD talks about being the #1 junior in the country at 14, how she met her coach-turned-husband Chuck Adams, what’s the latest in women’s tennis and of course Serena and what happened during the US OPEN final. UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

ASHLEY HARKLEROAD talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep04]

Paul Annacone

 As a player, Paul Annacone beat McEnroe, Connors, Edberg and Wilander.  As a coach, he worked with  Sampras, Federer, Stephens and Henman. Currently, he’s coaching Taylor Fritz and commenting on Tennis Channel.Tennis insider and one of the wisest men in the sport, Paul Annacone tells us what he’s learned from Pete, Roger and Sloan. He explains why he’s bullish on Taylor Fritz. And he explains how he juggles his obligations at the Australian Open.UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.comSupplemental Material:Other UNDER REVIEW episodes with interviews from TC commentators:  James Blake [Ep26] Jim Courier [Ep23] Mary Carillo [Ep24]  Prakash Amritraj [Ep09]

As a player, Paul Annacone beat McEnroe, Connors, Edberg and Wilander.  As a coach, he worked with  Sampras, Federer, Stephens and Henman. Currently, he’s coaching Taylor Fritz and commenting on Tennis Channel.Tennis insider and one of the wisest men in the sport, Paul Annacone tells us what he’s learned from Pete, Roger and Sloan. He explains why he’s bullish on Taylor Fritz. And he explains how he juggles his obligations at the Australian Open.UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com<h6>Supplemental Material:</h6>Other UNDER REVIEW episodes with interviews from TC commentators: <ul> <li><a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/episode/james-blake/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James Blake [Ep26]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Courier [Ep23]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mary-carillo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mary Carillo [Ep24]</a> </li> <li><a href="/podcast/prakash-amritraj/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Prakash Amritraj [Ep09]</a></li></ul>

PAUL ANNACONE talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep15]

Jim Courier

He won The Australian Open and Roland Garros… twice. He came up with Agassi, Sampras and Chang and together they created a flashpoint in American’s Men’s Tennis that dominated the sport for a decade. Since hanging up his racquet, he’s been all over the tennis world: Captaining the American Davis Cup for 8 years; Broadcasting and Commentating for Tennis Channel, ITV, USA, NBC, TNT and Channels 7 and 9;  and running the highly successful Invesco Series.  Former world #1, JIM COURIER offers insight on what’s happening on the tour, tells us what it’s like to be the best tennis player in the world at 21, and lets us know his biggest regret as Davis Cup captain. For more on Jim Courier, check out: Episode 29 with tennis coach NICK BOLLETTIERI and Episode 12 with Nike Global Marketing director  IAN HAMILTON. For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with Bollettieri Academy alumni,  check out:  TOMMY HAAS [Ep4] PAUL ANNACONE [Ep15] ANNE WHITE [Ep34] ANDRE SA [Ep35] JIMMY ARIAS [Ep35] IVA MAJOLI [Ep48]  For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Tennis Hall of Famers, check out:  GIGI FERNANDEZ [Ep27] NICK BOLLETTIERI [Ep28] MARK WOODFORDE [Ep29] MATS WILANDER [Ep38] YEVGENY KAFELNIKOV [Ep40]  UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

He won The Australian Open and Roland Garros… twice. He came up with Agassi, Sampras and Chang and together they created a flashpoint in American’s Men’s Tennis that dominated the sport for a decade. Since hanging up his racquet, he’s been all over the tennis world: Captaining the American Davis Cup for 8 years; Broadcasting and Commentating for Tennis Channel, ITV, USA, NBC, TNT and Channels 7 and 9;  and running the highly successful<a href="https://www.invescoseries.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Invesco Series</a>.  Former world #1, JIM COURIER offers insight on what’s happening on the tour, tells us what it’s like to be the best tennis player in the world at 21, and lets us know his biggest regret as Davis Cup captain. For more on Jim Courier, check out: Episode 29 with tennis coach <a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NICK BOLLETTIERI</a> and Episode 12 with Nike Global Marketing director <a href="/podcast/ian-hamilton/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> IAN HAMILTON</a>. For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with Bollettieri Academy alumni,  check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/tommy-haas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOMMY HAAS [Ep4]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PAUL ANNACONE [Ep15]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/anne-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANNE WHITE [Ep34]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/andre-sa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANDRE SA [Ep35]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/jimmy-arias/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIMMY ARIAS [Ep35]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/iva-majoli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IVA MAJOLI [Ep48]</a></li> </ul> For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Tennis Hall of Famers, check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/gigi-fernandez/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GIGI FERNANDEZ [Ep27]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NICK BOLLETTIERI [Ep28]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mark-woodforde/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MARK WOODFORDE [Ep29]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mats-wilander/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MATS WILANDER [Ep38]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/yevgeny-kafelnikov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YEVGENY KAFELNIKOV [Ep40]</a></li> </ul> UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com">info@underreviewtennis.com</a>

JIM COURIER talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep23]

Ian Hamilton

Perhaps best known as the original head of Nike Tennis, IAN HAMILTON has had a monumental effect on tennis. Starting out as a pro and then a coach, Ian took on work with a small sneaker company in the Pacific Northwest. During his time at Nike, Ian Hamilton worked with Phil Knight to build Nike into the biggest brand in tennis.  Ian was instrumental in outfitting McEnroe, Courier, Agassi and Sampras. And through it all, he helped build Nike into a worldwide tennis brand.  Ian Hamilton tells us how John McEnroe ended up wearing cross trainers at the LA Open. He describes what it was like to close down Trafalgar Square to shoot a commercial with Pete and Andre. And he assesses the state of tennis apparel today. UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com Supplemental Materials: For more of Jim Courier’s story, his UNDER REVIEW interview can be found at: Jim Courier [Ep23]. To find out more about Nike Sports Camps, check out: https://www.ussportscamps.com/

Perhaps best known as the original head of Nike Tennis, IAN HAMILTON has had a monumental effect on tennis. Starting out as a pro and then a coach, Ian took on work with a small sneaker company in the Pacific Northwest. During his time at Nike, Ian Hamilton worked with Phil Knight to build Nike into the biggest brand in tennis.  Ian was instrumental in outfitting McEnroe, Courier, Agassi and Sampras. And through it all, he helped build Nike into a worldwide tennis brand.  Ian Hamilton tells us how John McEnroe ended up wearing cross trainers at the LA Open. He describes what it was like to close down Trafalgar Square to shoot a commercial with Pete and Andre. And he assesses the state of tennis apparel today. UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com <h6>Supplemental Materials:</h6> For more of Jim Courier’s story, his UNDER REVIEW interview can be found at: <a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Courier [Ep23].</a> To find out more about Nike Sports Camps, check out:<a href="https://www.ussportscamps.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.ussportscamps.com/</a>

IAN HAMILTON talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep12]

ROMAN PROKES is a master racquet technician who has fashioned racquets for countless professionals as well as amateurs. Andre Agassi devoted a page in his biography to him. From Agassi to McEnroe to Djokovic, Prokes has not only altered their racquets but helped to transform their games. He molds grips, weights frames and rearranges stringing patterns. All in an effort to maximize the potential of the player. He has shops in New York and Florida and travels with the US Davis Cup team. He also works closely with the USTA in Lake Nona. On this episode, ROMAN PROKES talks about which current trends he’s seeing in tennis technology. He explains what America required of him when he came over from Czechoslovakia. And he lets us know what – specifically – he did to Novak Djokovic’s racquet that put him back at #1. (Recorded February 12, 2019 – Released May 6, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact: info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: Roman can be found at  https://www.rpnytennis.com To read about Roman in The Wall Street Journal: https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB118791933825807508 To read about Roman in Andre Agassi’s Autobiography OPEN: https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409 For episodes of UNDER REVIEW with players who have used Roman’s services, check out:  TOMMY HAAS [Ep05] JIM COURIER [Ep23]   For more UNDER REVIEW Episodes with Racquet Technicians, check out RACQUET RON YU [Ep14]

ROMAN PROKES is a master racquet technician who has fashioned racquets for countless professionals as well as amateurs. Andre Agassi devoted a page in his biography to him. From Agassi to McEnroe to Djokovic, Prokes has not only altered their racquets but helped to transform their games. He molds grips, weights frames and rearranges stringing patterns. All in an effort to maximize the potential of the player. He has shops in New York and Florida and travels with the US Davis Cup team. He also works closely with the USTA in Lake Nona. On this episode, ROMAN PROKES talks about which current trends he’s seeing in tennis technology. He explains what America required of him when he came over from Czechoslovakia. And he lets us know what – specifically – he did to Novak Djokovic’s racquet that put him back at #1. (Recorded February 12, 2019 – Released May 6, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact: <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com">info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> Roman can be found at  <a href="https://www.rpnytennis.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rpnytennis.com</a> To read about Roman in The Wall Street Journal: <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB118791933825807508" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB118791933825807508</a> To read about Roman in Andre Agassi’s Autobiography OPEN: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409</a> For episodes of UNDER REVIEW with players who have used Roman’s services, check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/tommy-haas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOMMY HAAS [Ep05]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIM COURIER [Ep23] </a></li> </ul> For more UNDER REVIEW Episodes with Racquet Technicians, check out <a href="/podcast/racquet-ron-yu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RACQUET RON YU [Ep14]</a>

ROMAN PROKES talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep30]

Jeff Tarango

Longtime tour stalwart, current BBC broadcaster and always colorful JEFF TARANGO offers unique perspectives: first breaking down the field at the US Open, then taking us for a walk down tennis’ memory lane by regaling us with his side of the most notorious incident in Wimbledon history.  AND MUCH MUCH MORE UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact craig@cedarstreetfilms.com

Longtime tour stalwart, current BBC broadcaster and always colorful JEFF TARANGO offers unique perspectives: first breaking down the field at the US Open, then taking us for a walk down tennis’ memory lane by regaling us with his side of the most notorious incident in Wimbledon history.  AND MUCH MUCH MORE UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact craig@cedarstreetfilms.com

US OPEN PREVIEW: JEFF TARANGO talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep02]

Tommy Haas

In a career that spanned 20 years, former world #2 TOMMY HAAS beat everyone from Sampras to Agassi to Roddick to Roger. He’s currently the tournament director of The BNP Paribas’ Indian Wells event and coach to Lucas Pouille, TOMMY HAAS tells us about his expansive career, offers insight into controversial rules and coaching, and shares what its like to be across the net from Rafa Nadal. For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with Bollettieri Academy alumn,  check out: PAUL ANNACONE [Ep15] JIM COURIER [EP23] ANNE WHITE [Ep34] ANDRE SA  [Ep35] JIMMY ARIAS [Ep35] IVA MAJOLI [Ep48] To find out more about The BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, check out: https://bnpparibasopen.com/ UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

In a career that spanned 20 years, former world #2 TOMMY HAAS beat everyone from Sampras to Agassi to Roddick to Roger. He’s currently the tournament director of The BNP Paribas’ Indian Wells event and coach to Lucas Pouille, TOMMY HAAS tells us about his expansive career, offers insight into controversial rules and coaching, and shares what its like to be across the net from Rafa Nadal. For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with Bollettieri Academy alumn,  check out: <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PAUL ANNACONE [Ep15]</a> <a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIM COURIER [EP23]</a> <a href="/podcast/anne-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANNE WHITE [Ep34]</a> <a href="/podcast/andre-sa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANDRE SA  [Ep35]</a> <a href="/podcast/jimmy-arias/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIMMY ARIAS [Ep35]</a><a href="/podcast/iva-majoli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> IVA MAJOLI [Ep48]</a> To find out more about The BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, check out: <a href="https://bnpparibasopen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bnpparibasopen.com/</a> UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

TOMMY HAAS talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep05]

Mats Wilander

He won The French Open before he was old enough to drive. And over the following 7 years, MATS WILANDER won 7 Majors beating everyone from Vitas Gerulaitis to Ivan Lendl, Jimmy Connors to Jose Luis Clerc, and Boris Becker to John McEnroe. And if that wasn’t enough, his Swedish Davis Cup team won the cup three times. Now he’s a commentator for Eurosport and runs the intensive tennis experience “Wilander on Wheels.” In this episode, Hall of Famer and former world #1 MATS WILANDER tells us why hard courts open the field up even further on the ladies’ side. He explains why he thinks Roger Federer has a great chance to win the US Open this year. He shares 2 essential lessons he learned in Rome that brought him from being a junior to being a champion. And he tells us how a kid without a drivers license gets to Roland Garros in the middle of the night during an airline strike. (Recorded July 20, 2019. Released August 5, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com ADDITIONAL MATERIAL: For more on the top American Junior who came up at the same time as Mats, check out our episode with Jimmy Arias[Ep36]. To hear more on one of the pros Mats had to get past to win the French, check out our episode with Heinz Gunthardt [Ep22]. For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Tennis Hall of Famers, check out:  JIM COURIER [Ep23] GIGI FERNANDEZ [Ep27] NICK BOLLETTEIRI [Ep28] MARK WOODFORDE [Ep29] STEVE FLINK [Ep37] YEVGENY KAFELNIKOV [Ep40]  For more on Wilander On Wheels: https://www.wilanderonwheels.com/ KEYWORDS: Andres Gomez, Anna Anisamova, Jimmy Arias, Barbara Schett, Bjorn Borg, Cerruti, Clerc, Connors, Davis Cup, Federer, French Open, Gauff, Vitas Gerulaitis, Guillermo Vilas, Heinz Günthardt, Hercog, Italian Open, John McEnroe, Lendl, Naomi Osaka, Novak Djokovic, Orange Bowl, Port Washington, rossignol, Jan Țiriac

He won The French Open before he was old enough to drive. And over the following 7 years, MATS WILANDER won 7 Majors beating everyone from Vitas Gerulaitis to Ivan Lendl, Jimmy Connors to Jose Luis Clerc, and Boris Becker to John McEnroe. And if that wasn’t enough, his Swedish Davis Cup team won the cup three times. Now he’s a commentator for Eurosport and runs the intensive tennis experience “Wilander on Wheels.” In this episode, Hall of Famer and former world #1 MATS WILANDER tells us why hard courts open the field up even further on the ladies’ side. He explains why he thinks Roger Federer has a great chance to win the US Open this year. He shares 2 essential lessons he learned in Rome that brought him from being a junior to being a champion. And he tells us how a kid without a drivers license gets to Roland Garros in the middle of the night during an airline strike. (Recorded July 20, 2019. Released August 5, 2019). UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>ADDITIONAL MATERIAL:</h6> For more on the top American Junior who came up at the same time as Mats, check out our episode with Jimmy Arias<a href="/podcast/jimmy-arias/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep36].</a> To hear more on one of the pros Mats had to get past to win the French, check out our episode with Heinz Gunthardt <a href="/podcast/heinz-gunthardt/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep22]</a>. For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Tennis Hall of Famers, check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIM COURIER [Ep23]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/gigi-fernandez/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GIGI FERNANDEZ [Ep27]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NICK BOLLETTEIRI [Ep28]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/mark-woodforde/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MARK WOODFORDE [Ep29]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/steve-flink/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">STEVE FLINK [Ep37]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/yevgeny-kafelnikov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YEVGENY KAFELNIKOV [Ep40]</a></li> </ul> For more on Wilander On Wheels: <a href="https://www.wilanderonwheels.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wilanderonwheels.com/</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Andres Gomez, Anna Anisamova, Jimmy Arias, Barbara Schett, Bjorn Borg, Cerruti, Clerc, Connors, Davis Cup, Federer, French Open, Gauff, Vitas Gerulaitis, Guillermo Vilas, Heinz Günthardt, Hercog, Italian Open, John McEnroe, Lendl, Naomi Osaka, Novak Djokovic, Orange Bowl, Port Washington, rossignol, Jan Țiriac

MATS WILANDER talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep38]

Patrick Mouratoglou

Best known as Serena William’s coach since 2012, PATRICK MOURATOGLOU is steadily becoming one of the major players in tennis. Mouratoglou is also a TV broadcaster and the head of one of the most renown tennis academies in Europe. He got into the tennis coaching business with the legendary Australian coach Bob Brett. Since the late 90’s, he’s been instrumental in developing players like… Paul Henri Mathieu… Sergi Stakhovsky… Laura Robson… Marcos Baghdatis… &amp; Grigor Dimitrov. The Mouratoglou Academy has steadily become a destination for top caliber juniors and professionals. And during the clay court season, The Academy is a French refuge for the pros, allowing for them to both decompress and bone-up in preparation for Roland Garros. One of his initiatives, Team Mouratoglou singles out rising stars for exclusive training. Thus far, Team Mouratoglou has included Coco Gauff, Jason Tseng, Alexei Popyrin, Rudolf Mollecker and Stefano Tsitsipas.   PATRICK MOURATOGLOU explains his approach to coaching and explains why he never uses a contract. He reveals which Frenchman he thinks has the best chance of winning the French Open. And he offers insight into what he thinks might be behind some of the latest coaching shake ups on the women’s tour. UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com Supplemental Material: To learn more about the Mouratoglou Academy: https://www.mouratoglou.com/en/ To learn more about Patrick, check out his book here… https://www.amazon.com/Coach-Patrick-Mouratoglou/dp/1908724757 For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with world-class coaches, check out: Nick Bollettieri [Ep27] or Paul Annacone [Ep15].

Best known as Serena William’s coach since 2012, PATRICK MOURATOGLOU is steadily becoming one of the major players in tennis. Mouratoglou is also a TV broadcaster and the head of one of the most renown tennis academies in Europe. He got into the tennis coaching business with the legendary Australian coach Bob Brett. Since the late 90’s, he’s been instrumental in developing players like… Paul Henri Mathieu… Sergi Stakhovsky… Laura Robson… Marcos Baghdatis… &amp; Grigor Dimitrov. The Mouratoglou Academy has steadily become a destination for top caliber juniors and professionals. And during the clay court season, The Academy is a French refuge for the pros, allowing for them to both decompress and bone-up in preparation for Roland Garros. One of his initiatives, Team Mouratoglou singles out rising stars for exclusive training. Thus far, Team Mouratoglou has included Coco Gauff, Jason Tseng, Alexei Popyrin, Rudolf Mollecker and Stefano Tsitsipas. PATRICK MOURATOGLOU explains his approach to coaching and explains why he never uses a contract. He reveals which Frenchman he thinks has the best chance of winning the French Open. And he offers insight into what he thinks might be behind some of the latest coaching shake ups on the women’s tour. UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>Supplemental Material:</h6> To learn more about the Mouratoglou Academy: <a href="https://www.mouratoglou.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mouratoglou.com/en/</a> To learn more about Patrick, check out his book here… <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Coach-Patrick-Mouratoglou/dp/1908724757" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Coach-Patrick-Mouratoglou/dp/1908724757</a> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with world-class coaches, check out: Nick Bollettieri <a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep27]</a> or Paul Annacone <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep15]</a>.

PATRICK MOURATOGLOU talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep32]

Rennae Stubbs

4-time Grand Slam doubles champion RENNAE STUBBS has been a fixture on the tour for nearly 3 decades.  As a player, she was the #1 doubles player in the world and won more doubles titles than any other Australian woman. She also was the longest serving member of the Australian Fed Cup team, playing for 17 years. And she participated in 4 Olympic Games. After her playing career finished, she found new life as a broadcaster, coach and podcaster. As a broadcaster she’s worked for Australia’s SEVEN NETWORK, The Tennis Channel and ESPN. As a coach she worked with current world #2 Karolina Pliskova and is currently working with 2011 US Open Champion Sam Stosur. And if that’s not enough, she hosts the entertaining and insightful Racquet Magazine Podcast. On this episode, RENNAE STUBBS offers a behind the scenes look at what’s currently happening on the women’s tour. She tells us about scrapping around London as a young Australian upstart. She recounts the story of one of her most emotional on court interviews. And she breaks down the plusses and minuses of dating your doubles partner. (Recorded November 13, 2019. Released December 10, 2019) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: To hear more of Rennae, please check out The Racquet Magazine Podcast. To hear the UNDER REVIEW episode with her co-host and the founder of Racquet Magazine, check out Caitlin Thompson [Ep07]. For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Top Level Coaches, check out:  Michael Joyce  [Ep51] &amp; [52] Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32] Nick Bollettieri [Ep27] Paul Annacone [Ep15]  For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring ESPN talent, check out:  Brad Gilbert [Ep01] [Ep14] [Ep33] Nico Pereira [Ep03]  For more episodes with Australian Tennis luminaries, check out:  Mark Woodforde [Ep29] Sarah Stone [Ep16]  KEYWORDS: Ray Ruffles, Lisa Raymond, ESPN, Sam Stosur, Karolina Pliskova, Roehampton, Helena Suková, Stefi Graff, Olympics, Wimbledon, Mirjana Lučić, Bianca Andreescu, Kristie Ahn,  Wildfires, Australia, Daniil Medvedev, Margaret Court

4-time Grand Slam doubles champion RENNAE STUBBS has been a fixture on the tour for nearly 3 decades.  As a player, she was the #1 doubles player in the world and won more doubles titles than any other Australian woman. She also was the longest serving member of the Australian Fed Cup team, playing for 17 years. And she participated in 4 Olympic Games. After her playing career finished, she found new life as a broadcaster, coach and podcaster. As a broadcaster she’s worked for Australia’s SEVEN NETWORK, The Tennis Channel and ESPN. As a coach she worked with current world #2 Karolina Pliskova and is currently working with 2011 US Open Champion Sam Stosur. And if that’s not enough, she hosts the entertaining and insightful <a href="https://racquetmag.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Racquet Magazine Podcast</a>. On this episode, RENNAE STUBBS offers a behind the scenes look at what’s currently happening on the women’s tour. She tells us about scrapping around London as a young Australian upstart. She recounts the story of one of her most emotional on court interviews. And she breaks down the plusses and minuses of dating your doubles partner. (Recorded November 13, 2019. Released December 10, 2019) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> To hear more of Rennae, please check out <a href="https://racquetmag.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Racquet Magazine Podcast</a>. To hear the UNDER REVIEW episode with her co-host and the founder of Racquet Magazine, check out <a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/podcast/caitlin-thompson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Caitlin Thompson [Ep07].</a> For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring Top Level Coaches, check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/michael-joyce-1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michael Joyce  [Ep51]</a> &amp; <a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/michael-joyce-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[52]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/patrick-mouratoglou/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patrick Mouratoglou [Ep32]</a></li> <li><a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Bollettieri </a><a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep27]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Annacone</a> <a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep15]</a></li> </ul> For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring ESPN talent, check out: <ul> <li>Brad Gilbert <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep01]</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep14]</a> <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep33]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/nico-pereira/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nico Pereira [Ep03]</a></li> </ul> For more episodes with Australian Tennis luminaries, check out: <ul> <li><a href="https://underreviewtennis.com/podcast/mark-woodforde/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mark Woodforde [Ep29]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/sarah-stone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah Stone [Ep16]</a></li> </ul> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Ray Ruffles, Lisa Raymond, ESPN, Sam Stosur, Karolina Pliskova, Roehampton, Helena Suková, Stefi Graff, Olympics, Wimbledon, Mirjana Lučić, Bianca Andreescu, Kristie Ahn,  Wildfires, Australia, Daniil Medvedev, Margaret Court

RENNAE STUBBS talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep53]

He beat McEnroe, Sampras, Chang, Becker and Edberg and went on to coach Agassi, Roddick and Murray. Now he’s a cornerstone of ESPNs tennis coverage. Twitter monster who always tells it like it is, our friend and first repeat guest, BRAD GILBERT, breaks down the year in tennis; shares personal stories from his days of playing and coaching; and tells us why the San Francisco Pyramid is his most prized trophy.To hear Brad Gilbert’s first appearance on UNDER REVIEW, check THE INAUGURAL EPISODE of UNDER REVIEW – BRAD GILBERT [EP01]UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis.For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

He beat McEnroe, Sampras, Chang, Becker and Edberg and went on to coach Agassi, Roddick and Murray. Now he’s a cornerstone of ESPNs tennis coverage. Twitter monster who always tells it like it is, our friend and first repeat guest, BRAD GILBERT, breaks down the year in tennis; shares personal stories from his days of playing and coaching; and tells us why the San Francisco Pyramid is his most prized trophy.To hear Brad Gilbert’s first appearance on UNDER REVIEW, check THE INAUGURAL EPISODE of UNDER REVIEW – <a href="/podcast/brad-gilbert/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BRAD GILBERT [EP01]</a>UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis.For more information, please contact <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com">info@underreviewtennis.com</a>

BRAD GILBERT talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep14]

Jimmy Arias

JIMMY ARIAS was the first pupil of Nick Bolletteiri to crack the top 10. At the age of 12 he was winning money in tournaments. At 16 he had turned pro. He got to #5 in the world, won the Italian Open and semi’d The US Open. Amongst his wins, he counts Boris Becker, Jose Luis Clerc, Yannick Noah and Ivan Lendl. Currently, Jimmy broadcasts for Tennis Channel and is Head of Tennis at the IMG Academy (formerly The Bolletteiri Academy) in Bradenton Florida. On this episode, Buffalo New York’s finest, JIMMY ARIAS breaks down the past fortnight at Wimbledon including a technical analysis of the epic final between Roger and Novak. He also offers his thoughts on the meteoric rise of Wimbledon Junior Champion (and IMG Academy student), SHINTARO MOCHIZUKI. He breaks down the pros and cons of the celebrity coach. And reveals the origin of his revolutionary signature forehand. (Recorded July 14, 2019. Released July 17, 2019) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For more on IMG ACADEMY – https://www.imgacademy.com/ For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with Bollettieri Academy Alumn,  check out:  TOMMY HAAS [Ep4]  PAUL ANNACONE [Ep15] JIM COURIER [Ep23] ANNE WHITE [34] ANDRE SA  [Ep35] IVA MAJOLI [Ep48]  And for an episode with the coach himself, check out: NICK BOLLETTIERI [Ep28] KEYWORDS: Boris Becker, Coco Gauff, Donnay, IMG Academy, Martin Damm, Nick Bollettieri, Novak Djokovic, Pony, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Sam Querrey, Sergio Tacchini, Shintaro Mochizuki, Simona Halep, Stefano Tsitsipas, Wilson Pro-Staff, Wimbledon

JIMMY ARIAS was the first pupil of Nick Bolletteiri to crack the top 10. At the age of 12 he was winning money in tournaments. At 16 he had turned pro. He got to #5 in the world, won the Italian Open and semi’d The US Open. Amongst his wins, he counts Boris Becker, Jose Luis Clerc, Yannick Noah and Ivan Lendl. Currently, Jimmy broadcasts for Tennis Channel and is Head of Tennis at the IMG Academy (formerly The Bolletteiri Academy) in Bradenton Florida. On this episode, Buffalo New York’s finest, JIMMY ARIAS breaks down the past fortnight at Wimbledon including a technical analysis of the epic final between Roger and Novak. He also offers his thoughts on the meteoric rise of Wimbledon Junior Champion (and IMG Academy student), SHINTARO MOCHIZUKI. He breaks down the pros and cons of the celebrity coach. And reveals the origin of his revolutionary signature forehand. (Recorded July 14, 2019. Released July 17, 2019) UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For more on IMG ACADEMY – <a href="https://www.imgacademy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.imgacademy.com/</a> For other episodes of UNDER REVIEW with Bollettieri Academy Alumn,  check out: <ul> <li><a href="/podcast/tommy-haas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOMMY HAAS [Ep4] </a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/paul-annacone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PAUL ANNACONE [Ep15]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/jim-courier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JIM COURIER</a> [Ep23]</li> <li><a href="/podcast/anne-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANNE WHITE [34]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/andre-sa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ANDRE SA  [Ep35]</a></li> <li><a href="/podcast/iva-majoli/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IVA MAJOLI [Ep48]</a></li> </ul> And for an episode with the coach himself, check out: <a href="/podcast/nick-bollettieri/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NICK BOLLETTIERI [Ep28]</a> <h6>KEYWORDS:</h6> Boris Becker, Coco Gauff, Donnay, IMG Academy, Martin Damm, Nick Bollettieri, Novak Djokovic, Pony, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Sam Querrey, Sergio Tacchini, Shintaro Mochizuki, Simona Halep, Stefano Tsitsipas, Wilson Pro-Staff, Wimbledon

JIMMY ARIAS talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep36]

Jared Donaldson

In 2018 Jared Donaldson was 21 years old and in the top 50. Then injury struck. Now, after a successful surgery and a year on the DL, he’s about to come back. Jared has posted wins over Tsitsipas, Goffin, Raonic and Bautista Agut and he’s been across the net from nearly every man on the tour. As a kid, Jared moved from Rhode Island to Argentina in order to improve his game on the red clay. While there, he practiced with top players like Diego Schwartzman and Guido Pella. After a solid junior career, Jared was the only American to be part of the first Next Gen group that included Coric, Shapovalov, Khachenov and Medvedev. Rhode Island’s Finest JARED DONALDSON tells the story of how he went from losing the finals of Kalamazoo all the way to the third round of the US Open main draw. He also offers a candid assessment of the up and coming men on the tour. And he offers a unique inside look into how players deal with injury on the tour. Recorded June 4, 2019. Released August 12, 2019. UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL: For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring active American Players, check out: Shelby Rogers [Ep17]; Nicole Gibbs [Ep19]; Noah Rubin [Ep21]; and Sofia Kenin [Ep41] Jared Donaldson’s ATP page: https://www.atptour.com/en/players/jared-donaldson/dc58/overview

In 2018 Jared Donaldson was 21 years old and in the top 50. Then injury struck. Now, after a successful surgery and a year on the DL, he’s about to come back. Jared has posted wins over Tsitsipas, Goffin, Raonic and Bautista Agut and he’s been across the net from nearly every man on the tour. As a kid, Jared moved from Rhode Island to Argentina in order to improve his game on the red clay. While there, he practiced with top players like Diego Schwartzman and Guido Pella. After a solid junior career, Jared was the only American to be part of the first Next Gen group that included Coric, Shapovalov, Khachenov and Medvedev. Rhode Island’s Finest JARED DONALDSON tells the story of how he went from losing the finals of Kalamazoo all the way to the third round of the US Open main draw. He also offers a candid assessment of the up and coming men on the tour. And he offers a unique inside look into how players deal with injury on the tour. Recorded June 4, 2019. Released August 12, 2019. UNDER REVIEW is a podcast in which tennis insiders share unique stories and insightful perspective. For more information, please contact<a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com"> info@underreviewtennis.com</a> <h6>SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL:</h6> For more UNDER REVIEW episodes featuring active American Players, check out: Shelby Rogers <a href="/podcast/shelby-rogers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep17]</a>; Nicole Gibbs <a href="/podcast/nicole-gibbs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep19]</a>; Noah Rubin <a href="/podcast/noah-rubin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep21]</a>; and Sofia Kenin <a href="/podcast/sofia-kenin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[Ep41]</a> Jared Donaldson’s ATP page: <a href="https://www.atptour.com/en/players/jared-donaldson/dc58/overview" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.atptour.com/en/players/jared-donaldson/dc58/overview</a>

JARED DONALDSON talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep39]

He posted wins over world #1s like Agassi, Federer, Murray, Del Potro and Nadal. To name a few. He grew up with Andy Roddick and got to #7 in the world. Recently, he was recently named captain of the US DAVIS CUP TEAM.   US Davis Cup Captain MARDY FISH tells us why he’s excited about the new format of the Davis Cup, what it’s like to be across the net from Rafa and Djoker, how he dealt with crippling anxiety and why sometimes he feels like he was created in a bar. For more on THE DAVIS CUP: https://www.daviscup.com/ UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact info@underreviewtennis.com

He posted wins over world #1s like Agassi, Federer, Murray, Del Potro and Nadal. To name a few. He grew up with Andy Roddick and got to #7 in the world. Recently, he was recently named captain of the US DAVIS CUP TEAM.  US Davis Cup Captain MARDY FISH tells us why he’s excited about the new format of the Davis Cup, what it’s like to be across the net from Rafa and Djoker, how he dealt with crippling anxiety and why sometimes he feels like he was created in a bar. For more on THE DAVIS CUP: <a href="https://www.daviscup.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.daviscup.com/</a> UNDER REVIEW WITH CRAIG SHAPIRO is a Tennis Podcast where insiders from the sport share unique perspectives, inside stories and break down what is happening now in Tennis. For more information, please contact <a href="mailto:info@underreviewtennis.com">info@underreviewtennis.com</a>

MARDY FISH talks TENNIS with CRAIG SHAPIRO [Ep20]

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