Best Functional Tennis Podcasts (2024)

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Peter Hemanns - Asics Tennis Product Manager 31:31

1h ago31:31

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This week I caught up with Peter Hemanns, the tennis product manager at Asics. Peter tells us about His Role What's new with my favourite shoe the Solution Speed 3 If any updates on the Resolution and Court FF Did he know about Dimitrov wearing Asics Technology in their clothes The Asics Paris and London House If you are a listener to the shoe you …

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Darien CT- Do you have a Slipped Disc? Bulging Disc, Herniated Disc, or Ruptured Disc 10:59

6h ago10:59

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https://darienchiropractor.com/herniated-discs/ https://youtu.be/hS5I_ZfPQEA (watch this video for more info) If you've been grappling with back discomfort, you may be contemplating whether a bulging disc or a herniated disc is causing your back or neck pain. A bulging disc hints at a minor extension beyond its usual limits and can cause painful sp…

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[Throwback] 14 things I learned watching the worlds best under 12's 17:49

3d ago17:49

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In a few days, I'm off to Greece for the IMG Future Stars which brings together 48 of the World's best boys and girls along with their parents and coaches. I get to spend the week with them observing, learning and interacting with them. We've many new listeners and this was one of our top episodes into 2023 so I thought this was a timely episode to…

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Are You Just Forgetful or Experiencing Cognitive Decline? Darien CT 10:39

11d ago10:39

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https://darienchiropractor.com/cognitive/ Are you just a little more forgetful lately? It’s happening to people earlier and earlier...If you think you’re too young to start worrying about that, think again. Over the past decade, rates of Alzheimer’s have tripled in people under age 65 . 58.7% of men and women between the ages of 45–64 report diffic…

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Dad of Cam Norrie, David Norrie [Ep.223] 48:43

9d ago48:43

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I am excited to have David Norrie on the show this week talking to guest host Dave O'Hare. David is the Dad of British number 1 and career-high ATP no.8 Cam Norrie. David chats about : The early days in New Zealand Building character Being a tennis parent is not easy Not specialising too early and more. I hope you enjoy the episode. Fabio This podc…

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The Art of Coaching with Brad Stine [Ep.222] 1:08:41

16d ago1:08:41

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Coaching great Brad Stine joins guest host Dave O'Hare on this week's episode. Brad Stine is the current coach of US Number 1 Tommy Paul and has worked with greats such as Jim Courier, Mardy Fish, Kevin Anderson and more. He chats about: The imposter syndrome as a young coach You can't Bullsh*t tennis players Be the best at teaching fundamentals St…

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Tennis is difficult with Freddie Nielsen and guest host Coach Dave O’Hare 47:19

23d ago47:19

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The title says it all, Tennis is difficult. Guest host Dave O'Hare kicks off his first-ever episodes as a host with Freddie Nielsen. Freddie is a former pro from Denamk, a Wimbledon doubles champ and the current Danish Davis Cup Captain. It’s a great discussion with thoughts on compassion, anger, perfection, acceptance, competing, disagreeing and m…

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Dave O’Hare, ATP Doubles Coach and our new guest host 41:17

30d ago41:17

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This week former guest Dave O’Hare is back on the show. Dave will be guest hosting a few episodes of the Functional Tennis Podcast and I ask him who he has lined up. We also chat about Empty locker rooms Been process driven The current ball situations His thoughts on making doubles better and more. I hope you enjoy the chat. Fabio This podcast is s…

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Scotland's Former International Cricketer Qasim Sheikh Opens Up on Racism in Cricket, Rahul Dravid, and Scotland's Cricket Structure 56:58

1M ago56:58

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In a recent podcast , I interviewed formerScotland international cricketer Qasim Sheikh, He has represented Scotland on many occasions, including the ICC World Twenty20 Championships in South Africa(2007) and England (2009). he also hosts a show named Sheikhy's Sports Journeys & Life on the Ground Pod, where he interviews lots of sports personaliti…

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Joel Schwarzler, Current Boys World Number 1 Junior 20:49

1M ago20:49

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Today I chat with the current world number 1 junior Joel Schwarzler. Joel is from Austria with a South African mother and is transitioning to the pro tour. We chat about: Early days playing tennis Dislike of his parents watching his matches Austrian inspirations His coach, former pro Jurgen Melzer Junior versus pro tour His 1st ATP Point Advice for…

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Caribbean Cricket Podcast host Machel St. Patrick on West Indies national cricket team selectors and what to expect from the Caribbean team in the upcoming T20 World Cup. 50:12

2M ago50:12

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Topics covered : West Indies selectors West Indies selection policies Performances in the test format Reasons behind the inability to enforce a reservation system with the collaboration of different Caribbean islands. Areas where teams like India and South Africa are lacking Analysis of how the pitch is expected to play in the West Indies during th…

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Christian Montegan on Posing Questions to Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka ,Covering AO Open & Discusses Nick Kyrgios' Future 42:56

2M ago42:56

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Topics Covered : Australian Open 2024 Novak Djokovic & Nick Kyrgios Future Aryna Sabalenka Playing Style Indian Tennis Culture Sports Betting In Australia Introduction:As I said earlier in my previous podcasts, that there's nothing better than pushing yourself out of your comfortzone, learning from the experts, and earning their opinion. So, growin…

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Life as a 15 year old top 10 ITF with Tyra Grant 22:34

2M ago22:34

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I speak to 15-year-old Tyra Grant, a top 10 ITF Junior this week. We previously had her mam, Cinzia Giovinco on the show and her coach Tom Gutteridge. Tyra is a mature hard-hitting 15-year-old. We chat about What it feels like to be a top 10 junior What is hard work to her Living away from her family Her competitive nature Advice for other Juniors …

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Trinidad and Tobago journalist on sports betting, corruption, upcoming talents in West Indies cricket, and Kieron Pollard. 1:10:38

2M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

Topics Covered : Sports Gambling Sports Corruption T20 World Cup 2024 How Kieron Pollard could help the England team as a batting consultant? etc....Introduction -So, when I startedrecording the conversation with Enrique, I said to him, 'Why not just discusseverything?' It's a fact that in this whole conversation, we discussed almosteverything whic…

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Sports journalist Gregory Bryce on the unequal distribution of facilities in sports, upcoming new talents in Jamaican cricket, and how the JPL functions. 47:51

2M ago47:51

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Covering - Jamaican CricketUnequal distribution of facilities in sports Jamaican Premier LeagueIntroduction:Well, sometimes there's nothing better than expanding your horizons. That's what today's lesson is all about. Sometimes it's better to love your sport but also appreciate other sports as well. There's so much to learn and so many experiences …

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Jamaica senior cricket journalist on the current West Indies team, our mutual favorite athletes, and why Shamar Joseph is the inspiration for us. 50:58

2M ago50:58

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I have a bucket list as a sports podcaster, and one of the items on it is to explore a few regions that have always attracted me since I was a kid. One of these regions is the West Indies or the Caribbean. I'm sure people who love reading cricket history know about the legendary West Indies team, from Vivian Richards to the Whispering Death, Michae…

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South African Sports Journalist on Temba Bavuma's Future, Rugby World Champion Captain Siya Kolisi's Tactics, and Why Athletes Stretch Their Careers 1:01:04

2M ago1:01:04

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You know, there is something about South Africa - their culture, their hospitality, everything.Everyone knows the contribution of Nelson Mandela to South Africa, but what a lot of people don't know is that he was the biggest sports lover. From rugby to cricket, he once said "Sport has the power to change the world. Ithas the power to unite people i…

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British Sports Journalist on Jofra Archer's comeback, Jos Buttler future, and Rohit Sharma's captaincy. 52:12

2M ago52:12

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Where is Jofra Archer? Is he ready for a comeback? How does the England county structure work? How is England preparing for the upcoming T20 World Cup? Will Jos Buttler be the captain for England in white-ball formats? Why is Brendon McCullum not willing to coach the England ODI team? There are a lot of 'how' and 'why' and to answer them all, we ha…

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Tennis parenting with the dad of one of the worlds best 12 year olds 44:27

3M ago44:27

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In this episode, join me with Branko Avramovski the father of 12 year old rising star Damyan Avramovski (aka 'Nana') from Bulgaria. We talk things junior tennis from coaching, rackets and, tournament play. Hope you enjoy the episode, Fabio. This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to give more people the oppor…

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Aussie Sports Podcaster Opens Up on Australian Team's Winning Strategy, Pat Cummins Captaincy, and Steve Smith's Form. 42:05

3M ago42:05

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Why do Australians always win knockout games? Why do Australians display a 'never say never' attitude? What is their secret ingredient that consistently produces champion players, from Allan Border's team in 1987, which lifted the trophy for the first time, to Pat Cummins' team, which secured the trophy for the sixth time? What is in the soil of We…

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The EASY decision to play College Tennis with Brandon Holt 37:49

3M ago37:49

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Kicking off 2024 is Brandon Holt, a former All-American with a career-high ATP 180. Brandon has a huge US Open in 2022 getting through qualifiers and then taking down US Number 1 Taylor Fritz. Brandon is also the son of former Number 1 and 3 times slam champ Tracey Austin. We chat Easy decision to play college tennis Benefits of College tennis 2022…

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U.S. Sports Journalists on Mental Fatigue in Sports, Future of Bilateral Cricket Games, and the T20 World Cup 2024. 1:25:16

3M ago1:25:16

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Hey listeners, as a sports podcaster, when you are conducting a lot of interviews and talking to many people, there are a few interviews that always stick with you for a long time. This interview is one of those memorable ones for me. I had a great discussion with Rupayan and Arnav and after theinterview, Rupayan texted me, saying, it was almost li…

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U.S. Commentator Aaman Patel on IND vs PAK Game, USA Cricket Team and NBA Love 45:35

3M ago45:35

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The T20 World Cup is around the corner, and this time it is inthe United States. There is a quote from Ralph Emerson that says, 'America is another name for the opportunity' This time, the opportunity is coming in the form of the T20 World Cup Trophy. So, who is going to be this year's champion, and how is the United States preparing for this mega …

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Delete Your Knee Pain with The Knee on Trac 6:49

3M ago6:49

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Darien CT- Knee Pain Treatment If you have knee pain that won't go away your doctor has probably told you about gel shots to help the knee pain Hyaluronic acid is a substance that occurs naturally in the synovial fluid of joints, providing lubrication and cushioning. Gel shots for knee pain typically refer to intra-articular injections of viscosupp…

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Darien CT- Weighing in With Wegovy ? 10:54

4M ago10:54

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https://darienchiropractor.com/wegovy-ozempic-explained/ Ozempic and Wegovy are medications classified as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. Ozempic is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. They help regulate blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin release and reducing glucagon secretion. Wegovy is indicated for chronic weight…

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Former ATP No.32 Pablo Andújar [Ep.215] 47:19

4M ago47:19

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This week for our final episode of the year we have an in-depth chat with Pablo Andújar. Last week he was on the show along with Kenneth Carlsen advising junior players. Today there is more advice and stories throughout his career. I hope you enjoy the episode. Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASICS is a Japanese company founded in 1949 to…

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Core Health Darien- Easy Way to Determine Your Risk for Dementia And Why women are at greater risk 7:33

4M ago7:33

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Risks for Dementia Video on youtube https://darienchiropractor.com/dementia-risks/ Possible Reasons Why Women are at Greater risk of developing Alzheimer's. While it's true that women are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than men Several factors may contribute to the higher prevalence of Alzheimer's disease in women Women, on average, ten…

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Important Lessons for Juniors with Pablo Andujar and Kenneth Carlsen [Ep.214] 47:42

4M ago47:42

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Last week I got to spend the week at the Tecnifibre junior training camp in Valencia. Tecnibifre brought 5 of their juniors running from 11-16 years of age along with their parents and coaches for a week-long training camp. Their objective for to push the players outside their comfort zone on and off the court as well as give them advice which will…

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Core Health Darien- Benefits of Chiropractic Care You Might Not Be Aware of 13:21

4M ago13:21

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https://darienchiropractor.com/chiropractic-care/ You've likely heard of chiropractic care's effectiveness in relieving back and neck pain, but did you know it has a whole lot more to offer? It's not just about physical adjustments and correcting alignment; it's about enhancing your overall wellness. From boosting your immune system to increasing y…

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Spinal Decompression for Back Pain- Core Health Darien 11:21

4M ago11:21

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https://darienchiropractor.com/spinal-decompression/ https://darienchiropractor.com/herniated-discs/ Do you find yourself constantly struggling with back pain that just won't go away? You're not the only one. Many people suffer from herniated discs, which can cause discomfort and disrupt their daily lives. Great news for residents of Darien, CT! Th…

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Core Health Darien- Novel Approach to Solving Hiatal Hernia Pain 10:19

5M ago10:19

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https://darienchiropractor.com/darien/hiatal-hernia-darien-ct/ What is a Hiatal Hernia? Ever had that awful feeling of heartburn or acid reflux and wondered what's causing it? Well, it could be a condition where a part of your stomach pushes up into your chest area through an opening in your diaphragm, a large muscle crucial for breathing. This con…

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Pere Riba, former ATP #65 on coaching Coco Gauff to the US Open title [Ep. 213] 32:41

5M ago32:41

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This week on the podcast I speak with former world no. 65 and coach of Coco Gauff when she won the US Open title in 2023. We discuss: His pro career Decision to retire after a road accident Transition to coaching Working with Coco Gauff and Brad Gilbert Advice for junior players today I hope you enjoy! Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASIC…

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Serious Solution for Shoulder Pain- Core Health Darien-Dr. Brian Mc Kay 11:44

5M ago11:44

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Welcome to "Shoulder Solutions," the podcast episode that delves deep into the intricacies of shoulder pain treatment, exploring innovative approaches to identify affected muscles, restore mobility, and highlight breakthrough therapies. Join us on this journey as we bring you expert insights and success stories from the forefront of shoulder care, …

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What is a Leaky Gut? Darien CT Core Health Darien-Dr.Brian Mc Kay 3:21

5M ago3:21

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https://darienchiropractor.com/darien-ct-leaky-gut-explained/ Do you know what a Leaky Gut is? Do you have any of the following health issues? Digestive issues: This may include bloating, gas, diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)-like symptoms. Food sensitivities: Advocates of the leaky gut theory propose that the increased permeability of …

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Benefits of college tennis with former NCAA Champ and ATP #63 Bradley Klahn [Ep. 212] 46:37

5M ago46:37

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This week on the podcast I speak with former world no. 63 and NCAA Champion Bradley Klahn. We discuss: Advantages of college tennis How he dealt with multiple injuries on tour Deciding to end his pro career Transition from tennis to an office job How tennis prepares you for life ahead I hope you enjoy! Fabio This podcast is sponsored by ASICS. ASIC…

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Talking ATP Doubles with Rob Morgan, coach of Wimbledon Champion Wesley Koolhof [Ep. 211] 36:59

5M ago36:59

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This week on the podcast I speak with top ATP doubles coach, Rob Morgan. Rob has coached players at the last 4 Nitto ATP Finals and is currently the main coach of world number 8 and Wimbledon Champion Wesley Koolhof. We discuss: Rob's learnings over the past 4 years as a top doubles coach How he's improved as a coach in these past 4 years Importanc…

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Battle of Port of Spain, 1971 (De Real Masters) 14:08

5M ago14:08

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Them boys could real play cricket On any kinda wicket They make the West Indies team look so bad Oh, it was the fascinating tour of West Indies in 1971 where Indian Masters defeated West Indies in the second test and got their first series win over West Indies From Erallapali Prasanna to Bishan Singh Bedi From Dilip Sardesai to Little Master Sunil …

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Monkey Chat (The Sydney Saga) 12:47

5M ago12:47

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Is it a monkey or something else, what Harbhajan Singh said to Andrew Symonds in Sydeny 2008 Test, and why India threatened to abandon that tour, listen to Yard Battle to know what was the matter that shook the two cricketing nations. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yard-battles/message…

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Darien CT-Worried About Alzheimer's? Dementia? Maybe You Should Take this Test 15:51

5M ago15:51

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One of the primary objectives of the Linx test is to pinpoint reactivity to triggers associated with Alzheimer's disease and other neurological disorders. By analyzing specific biomarkers and indicators present in the patient's blood, the test provides valuable insights into the immune system's response to factors that may contribute to the develop…

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Meet Mark, The Manager! 10:54

5M ago10:54

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Meet our Manager, This is the story of Mark Mascarenhas, a Bengaluru boy, whowas a brilliant manager, who managed greats like Sachin Tendulkar to Shane Warne,you name them, Mark was everyone's top priority when it came to managing theirfinances. So listen to the story of Mark Mascarenhas and hisinteresting deals on Yard Battles. Credits - Mid Wicke…

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Planning for peak performance with Matt Little, Andy Murray's S&C Coach 1:10:22

6M ago1:10:22

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This week on the podcast I speak with Andy Murray's long-term S & C Coach, Matt Little. Matt works with Andy Murray to this day, alongside work for the LTA and his online conditioning programme (Contact Matt on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram if you would like to work with him) We discuss: Being prepared to back up your decisions as a coach Regular …

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Oh, that's the Reliance Cup! 9:32

6M ago9:32

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Series Continue.......... Reliance cup 1987 So how are your preparations for the World Cup? Sorry, what? The World Cup! What is this? The World Cup you are sponsoring Oh, it's not the World Cup, it's the Reliance Cup. Call it that, sounds hilarious, doesn't it? Know the interesting facts of the Reliance Cup in yard battles. --- Send in a voice mess…

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Hacking the World Cup tournament (1987 Reliance Cup) 8:25

6M ago8:25

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Woah! We made it to thefinals! Our Indian team is going head-to-head against the West Indies at Lord's. Siddharth Shankar Rey asked Mr. Salve if he could arrange some extratickets. Mr. Salve said,"Of course, I will!" But here's theinteresting part: the organizers said no to BCCI President Narendra KumarPrasad Rao Salve. Want to know what happened n…

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Clive Brunskill, 40 years capturing and getting to know the world's best players 44:26

6M ago44:26

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This week on the podcast I speak with 3 time International Tennis Photographer of the Year Clive Brunskill. Clive is one of the world’s best sports photographers who has been commissioned to shoot the likes of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, David Beckham along with other celebrities Hugh Jackman, Beyonce and Britney Spears. We discuss: D…

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Odds are 66 By 1. 14:16

6M ago14:16

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This is your team, yes this is our Indian team. You knowwhat the conditions are for your team, are you confident that your army willsurvive in English conditions? Do you know what your previous records are? Andhow would you play those 4 West Indies fast bowlers? What are you doing here, young boy, we are here to win,yes, to win the World Cup. And t…

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Champion Champion West Indies (Battle of 1975) 11:51

6M ago11:51

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Mates what do you know about the battle of 1975?, damn that West Indian lot that Caribbean team, and how the World Cup tournament started, so just bear with me and listen to my recent podcast on the 1975 cricket world and that battle of legends. Yard Battles with Aman Verma Credit - Fox Documentary --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.sp…

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Matt Terczynski, Hitting Partner of Hubi Hurkacz [Ep. 208] 39:35

6M ago39:35

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This week on the podcast we have Matt Terczynski. Matt is a long time friend and permanent hitting partner of top 20 player Hubi Hurkacz. It was great speaking with Matt as he gives in depth insights into the life of a pro hitting partner, as well as some really useful advice for those players and parents who are starting out on their journey in el…

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Suffering from shoulder pain? Effective strategies to alleviate shoulder discomfort |Core Health Darien 8:57

7M ago8:57

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Shoulder pain can be related to various neurological factors and connections within the central nervous system. The central nervous system (CNS) includes the brain and spinal cord, and it plays a crucial role in transmitting and processing pain signals. Here are a few ways in which shoulder pain and the central nervous system are connected: 1. Nerv…

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Kalin Davidov, The Father & Coach of Top Ambidextrous Junior Teo Davidov [Ep. 207] 46:49

7M ago46:49

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This week on the podcast we have on another great tennis parent, Kalin Davidov. Kalin is the father of one of the world's best juniors Teo Davidov. Teo is an ambidextrous player. I was seriously impressed with Teo's skills and attitude when I saw him reach the semi finals of the IMG Future Stars event. We discuss: Kalin's background in pro sport co…

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Headaches Caused by Irritation Of Brain Stem | Darien CT 10:51

7M ago10:51

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Headaches Caused by Irritation Of Brain Stem | Darien CT Would you be surprised to learn that Irritation along the brain stem can indeed lead to headaches? When the brain stem is irritated it can be the cause of your headaches but why hasn't your doctor told you about this? The brain stem is a crucial part of the central nervous system, and it play…

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