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  • In this engaging conversation, Anastasia and Mitch Michals discuss the ongoing Australian Open, covering everything from the challenges of following matches across time zones to the evolution of American tennis. They preview the women's and men's semifinals, analyze key players like Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and Novak Djokovic, and delve into the dynamics of coaching in tennis. The discussion also highlights memorable moments from the tournament, showcasing the excitement and unpredictability of the sport.


    Chapters


    00:00 Coffee and Tennis: A Casual Introduction

    02:57 Navigating Time Zones and Match Schedules

    05:44 The Impact of Australian Open on American Tennis

    08:41 Emerging Talents in American Tennis

    11:24 Previewing the Women's Semifinals

    14:23 Analyzing Sabalenka's Performance

    17:27 Badosa's Surprising Journey to the Semifinals

    20:15 Iga Swiatek's Dominance in the Tournament

    20:38 The Role of Coaching in Tennis

    21:51 The Team Behind Individual Athletes

    24:01 Madison Keys: A Surprising Contender

    25:56 Ega Swiatek vs. Madison Keys: A Potential Upset

    27:55 Men's Semifinals: Djokovic and Zverev's Clash

    29:32 Yannick Sinner vs. Ben Shelton: An Unexpected Matchup

    36:23 Reflections on the Australian Open


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  • On this episode of *Ground Pass*, Anastasia Folorunso and Nick Carter dive into all the excitement of the Australian Open. They share their struggles of keeping up with the matches while battling those tricky time zone differences (relatable, right?). From the rise of young tennis stars to the matches that have left a lasting impression so far, they cover it all. Plus, they look ahead to what’s shaping up to be an unforgettable second week. Join the conversation as they celebrate the next generation of players and why their journeys are so inspiring to follow!


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction

    01:33 How we are keeping up wit the Australian Open

    08:33 Emerging Talents at the Australian Open

    19:04 Memorable Matches and Highlights

    28:57 The Entertaining Matches: Monfils and Fritz

    33:11 Ground Pass Experience: Watching Tennis Live

    35:43 The Atmosphere of the Australian Open

    38:42 Looking Ahead: Juniors and Wheelchair Tennis

    41:30 Doubles Pairings to Watch

    45:16 The Future of Junior Tennis

    47:17 The GOAT of Wheelchair Tennis

    47:35 Wrapping Up: What’s Next on Ground Pass

    50:24 Outro


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  • In this episode, Ian Mondul and Anastasia Folorunso discuss the latest trends in tennis fashion at the Australian Open. They explore the offerings from major brands like Nike, Wilson, Adidas, New Balance, and more, evaluating their designs, colors, and overall impact on the sport's fashion landscape. The conversation also highlights standout players like Coco Gauff and the significance of brand signings in shaping tennis fashion. In this conversation we delve into the world of tennis fashion, analyzing the apparel choices of various brands and players during the Australian Open. They discuss the trends, misses, and hits in tennis fashion, highlighting the importance of personal style and brand representation. The conversation also touches on emerging brands and the evolution of tennis attire, emphasizing how players express their individuality through their clothing choices. They conclude by looking ahead to upcoming matches and players to watch, showcasing the intersection of fashion and sport.


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    00:00 Welcome Back Ian

    02:43 California Fires and Community Support

    05:34 Fashion Trends at the Australian Open

    08:27 Nike's Fashion Choices: A Mixed Bag

    11:48 Wilson's Cohesive and Bold Looks

    15:19 Adidas: A Step Forward in Fashion

    19:44 New Balance: Winning the Fashion Game

    24:13 Issues with finding Tennis looks in stores

    25:33 Oh On

    26:42 Fila

    28:04 Lululemon

    29:17 Lululemon's Entry into Tennis Apparel

    31:49 K-Swiss - Honorable mention

    33:25 Lacoste

    33:36 Lacoste's Consistency and Fashion Faux Pas

    35:19 ASICS

    38:23 Yonex

    41:28 Others

    56:44 Destanee Aiava: A Unique Fashion Statement

    01:00:03 Fashion Wins and Losses at the Australian Open



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  • In this engaging conversation, Anastasia and tennis insider Craig Shapiro delve into the highlights of day two at the Australian Open, discussing match performances, player insights, and the vibrant atmosphere of the tournament. They explore the challenges faced by players like Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka, while also touching on the significance of tennis fashion and sponsorships in the sport. The discussion provides a unique insider perspective on the tournament, making it a must-listen for tennis fans.


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    00:00 Introduction

    10:23 Exploring the Australian Open Venue and Atmosphere

    15:33 In-Depth Match Review: Novak vs. Basavareddy

    20:59 Nick Kyrgios and Jacob Fernley Match Insights

    25:17 The Journey of Tsitsipas

    27:52 Naomi Osaka's Match Analysis

    31:40 Tennis Fashion and Sponsorships

    41:35 The Impact of Clothing Brands in Tennis

    44:37 Looking forward to the days ahead at AO



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  • In this episode of Ground Pass, hosts Nick Carter and Anastasia Folorunso dive into the excitement of the Australian Open, discussing the first day's events, including rain delays, match highlights, and the historic win of Hady Habib. They explore the new on-court coaching innovations, reflect on veteran players like Kei Nishikori and Gael Monfils, and preview the packed schedule for Day Two. The hosts emphasize the importance of planning for Grand Slam matches and encourage listeners to engage with their social media for updates and insights throughout the tournament.


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    00:00 Welcome to the Happy Slam

    02:53 Day One Highlights and Rain Delays

    06:02 Match Insights and Watch Lists

    08:50 Historic Wins and Feel-Good Stories

    11:58 Coaching Innovations at the Australian Open

    17:52 Day Two Preview and Scheduling Challenges

    20:46 Grand Slam Leave and Social Media Engagement


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  • Anastasia is joined by Tony Wright, a coaching pro and podcaster from California, for an engaging conversation, discussing the intricacies of the Australian Open, including the draw process, seeding, and the impact of current events on the tournament. They share insights on key matches to watch, strategies for attending tournaments, and how to effectively follow the action from home. The episode emphasizes the importance of planning ahead for tournaments like this and fan engagement in the world of tennis.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Background of Tony Wright

    02:48 Current Events: California Fires and Their Impact

    05:36 Understanding the Australian Open Draw

    08:43 The Importance of Seeding and Qualifiers

    11:23 How Draws Are Conducted in Tournaments

    14:19 Fan Engagement and the Draw Experience

    17:09 Analyzing the Australian Open Draw Matchups

    19:01 First round matches we are looking forward to

    23:30 American Players in the Draw

    24:23 Player Dynamics and Rivalries

    26:31 Qualifiers and Their Challenges

    28:37 WTA Highlights and Key Matchups

    30:30 Revisiting Familiar Faces

    31:26 Emerging Talents and Gritty Competitors

    33:05 Player Personalities and Off-Court Lives

    34:49 Strategies for Tournament Viewing

    37:53 Navigating the Tournament Schedule

    39:31 Maximizing Your Grand Slam Experience

    47:31 Strategizing Your Match Schedule

    55:08 Essential Tips for Tournament Days

    56:41 Upcoming Podcast Announcements


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  • In this episode, Anastasia and Nick celebrate the New Year and discuss the upcoming Australian Open, reflecting on the United Cup and its significance in the tennis calendar. 


    We then jump into our Australian Open preview with the help of tennis content creator Jess Adjua. Just is a resident of Sydney, Australia and has been attending the Australian Open in Melbourne for years. She gives us her tips and tricks and what to look forward to at the tournament.


    Chapters


    00:00 New Year, New Tennis Season

    01:56 Intro

    03:45 United Cup Review

    10:06 Australian Open Preview

    14:40 The other tournaments that happened this week

    31:37 Australian Open 2025 preview

    34:00 Introduction of Jess Adjua and our "Okay Stop" segment

    41:31 Best time to go to a Grand Slam

    43:52 Ticket Options at the Australian Open

    57:11 Planning Your Grand Slam Experience

    01:11:36 Emerging Players to Watch

    01:18:17 Players of the Fortnite

    01:27:08 Outro



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    Kaylan Bigun is the Junior American Tennis Player whose twin is Meecah Bigun who also plays tennis. Kaylan is the current French Open Junior champion.Jess Adjua Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessadjua/profilecard/?igsh=dTV4Zmp5Mm1hdHhhATP Challenger TV: https://www.atptour.com/en/atp-challenger-tour/challenger-tv

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  • So you watched the movie, but what do you know about the Real Challengers? 


    The movie Challengers took over the spring of 2024 and brought in some new fans interested in the sport of Tennis. But what are the REAL CHALLENGERS? Ground Pass went to the last challenger of the year in Champaign, IL to find out. 


    We spoke to players like Rajeev Ram, Ethan Quinn and Evan King about their experiences on the Challenger Tour


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  • NOTE: This episode was recorded on Nov 30th. Since then Jack Draper, Diane Parry and Qinwen Zheng have withdrawn from the tournament.


    Welcome to the new tennis season! We are excited to chat with you about the upcoming United Cup and its exciting format that brings together men’s and women’s tennis. We delve into the team event, the players’ interactions, and the thrill of mixed doubles. We’ll also talk about the players in the field - Iga Swiatek, Hubi Hurkacz, Maria Sakkari, Katie Boulter & Alex De Minaur and some memorable moments from past tournaments. Plus, we discuss the impact of coaching changes and rise of the super coach. And to start of the new year we touch on the importance of environmental responsibility in tennis. So, grab a racket and get ready for some fun!


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    00:00 Welcome to the New Season - Intro

    02:01 United Cup 2025 - First tournament of the season

    04:45 Where Can you watch the United Cup - Tennis Channel

    06:26 Love for Tennis team events

    17:12 A "Super Coach" diversion

    20:39 Who else we are excited to see

    21:45 Exciting matches to look forward too 

    28:46 Doubles Dynamics and Player Returns

    39:08 Sustainability in Tennis: A New Year’s Reflection

    43:21 Outro


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    Ep 7 of GroundPass - https://pod.fo/e/20f7cdUnited Cup ticket sales - https://www.unitedcup.com/en/tickets/2025-ticketsUnited Cup schedule - https://www.unitedcup.com/en/tournament/schedule

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  • It’s time to find out who’s next. Arthur Fils, Jakub Mensik, Learner Tien, Joao Fonseca, Alex Michelsen, Shang Juncheng, Luca Van Assche and Nishesh Basavareddy will all be vying for the chance to win the title of Next Gen this week in Jeddah. This is one of Anastasia’s favorite tournaments and she talks about what is great about it and why its such an important tournament. 


    But what about the WTA? Well that’s where Nick puts together the potential top 8 women who would take part if there was a WTA version of this tournament. Tune in to see who they are.


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    Ep 5 of GroundPass - https://pod.fo/e/205d40Next Gen Basecamp 2023 - https://youtu.be/reULcHoy5S0?si=BHv4fiQv4lPP0FMz

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  • A couple of exhibitions filled the void of competitive tennis in the US over the off season last week. Carlos Alcaraz, Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe, Jessica Pegula, Emma Navarro, Madison Keys & Sloane Stephens entertained sold out crowds in Madison Square Garden, New York, NY and Charlotte, NC.


    What are tennis exhibitions and our thoughts on the genre; Anastasia breaks it down.


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  • It’s time to pick our favorite moments from the 2024 season. Join Nick and Anastasia as they go through their favorite moments and what they are looking forward to in 2025. 


    When you are done, share yours with us. Link below to a form you can fill.


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  • It was revealed on Thursday, November 28th that Iga Swiatek failed a doping test in August and was subsequently cleared of all wrong down. The reaction was fast and swift. We took our time here at Ground Pass to respond but here is ours. We can all be better fans.



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    ITIA Documents: https://www.itia.tennis/news/sanctions/polish-tennis-player-iga-swiatek-accepts-one-month-suspension-under-tennis-anti-doping-programme/Taylor Fritz’s post: https://x.com/taylor_fritz97/status/1862212220291358860?s=46&t=34KFRaMxpc-93mq_1EOI7AGill Gross’ Video: https://youtu.be/pMO5akJqaJQ?si=f1cJMBMdeS0AH-gn

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  • In this episode of Ground Pass things get a little loopy, haha. We are definitely settling into the off season vibes.


    We try to keep the conversation on the rails though as we wrap up the tennis at Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup where Italy did the double lead by Jasmine Paolini and Jannik Sinner.


    We also give a quick preview of what we have coming to you this off season. There might be no tennis but there will still be Ground Pass.


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  • In this episode of Ground Pass, hosts Anastasia and Nick discuss a busy week in tennis, including the Billie Jean King Cup finals, Team USA & GB’s performance, and the ATP Finals. 


    We also get a guest voice memo from Kvittycat53 on Bluesky.social, who attended the Billie Jean King Cup tournament in Malaga and gives us some great insights to the tournament.


    Anastasia also shares insights from her experiences at a Challenger event and look ahead to upcoming tournaments, emphasizing the importance of supporting lower-tier events and discovering new talent.


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  • In this episode, Anastasia and Nick discuss the recent WTA Finals held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, highlighting the venue, fan support, and key player performances. They reflect on the thrilling final match between Coco Gauff and Zheng Qinwen, emphasizing the significance of the event for the players and the tour. The conversation transitions to previewing the upcoming ATP Finals, discussing the top players and the tournament's location. In this episode, the hosts discuss the accessibility of tennis viewing options, particularly focusing on the ATP Finals and the recent changes in subscription models for Tennis Channel. They preview the ATP Finals, analyzing the groups and players, including Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Carlos Alcaraz, and others. Its a jam packed episode.


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    New Tennis Channel Subscription Details: https://www.tennis.com/news/articles/tennis-channel-to-unveil-direct-to-consumer-streaming-platform-november-12ATP Finals Practice videos: https://www.youtube.com/live/ewI3Us1mg7E?si=76r0tTFxPpHBDila

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  • The WTA Finals are here. 


    In this episode, Anastasia provides a comprehensive preview of the WTA Finals, discussing the significance of the tournament, the top eight players competing, and their seasons leading up to this event. The conversation covers the history of the WTA Finals, the current location in Riyadh, and the unique format of the tournament. Listeners gain insights into each player's performance, challenges, and potential for success in the finals.


    What are the WTA Finals, Where is it being played, Who is participating?


    We answer all those questions in this episode of Ground Pass.


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  • A ramble episode discussing our favorite stories from this week in Tennis


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    Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard ATP Profile: https://www.atptour.com/en/players/giovanni-mpetshi-perricard/m0gz/overview

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  • In this episode of the Ground Pass Podcast, Anastasia discusses the latest happenings in the world of tennis, focusing on the importance of player stories and comebacks. She highlights the remarkable recovery of Paula Badosa and the unexpected return of Danielle Collins. The conversation also covers the Six Kings Slam exhibition event, player retirements, and the upcoming tournaments in the ATP and WTA tours, emphasizing the excitement and potential of the players as the season comes to a close.


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    Danielle Collins Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DBPw9P7PaCP/?igsh=Y2JlYnI2bTd0NTdoTennis in Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia’s coveted Masters 1000 tennis tournament has stalled as Six Kings arrives in Riyadh WTA Unlocked: https://www.wtatennis.com/unlocked Challenger TV: https://www.atptour.com/en/atp-challenger-tour/challenger-tv 

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  • The dream team is back together! Anastasia and Nick reunite to discuss the recent retirement announcement of tennis legend Rafa Nadal. We reflect on his illustrious career, memorable matches, and the emotional impact of his departure from professional tennis. Then we catch up on Wuhan, highlighting the intriguing rivalry between Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff. We discuss the importance of context in understanding player performance beyond rankings, the journey of Qinwen towards the WTA finals. We hit on Novak Djokovic's return, umpire conflicts in matches in Shanghai, and the significant shift at Wimbledon towards electronic line calling.


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    Nadal v Djokovic Australian Open 2012 trophy ceremony: https://youtu.be/HhCzXwdUs_U?si=JSi9swlk9rWqOs5dStrokes of Genius documentary: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8638420/Qinwen’s Vogue Cover: https://www.wtatennis.com/news/4148066/zheng-qinwen-becomes-first-athlete-to-grace-the-cover-of-vogue-china

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