# Richard Connelly: Sinner, Djokovic, Nadal and what players are really like after matches

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Published: 2026-05-06T07:16:33+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Sam Jacot and Jerome Coombe sit down with broadcaster Richard Connelly to explore what it’s really like being courtside for some of the biggest moments in tennis. Connelly shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time interviewing the game’s top stars, including Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Roger Federer, offering insight into what players are truly like in those high-pressure, post-match moments. He also reflects on a memorable on-court interview with Rafael Nadal following his clash with Novak Djokovic in Rome in 2021, and discusses the respect and presence carried by players like Grigor Dimitrov and Andy Murray both on and off the court. The conversation dives into the balance of asking the right questions in the moment, holding players to account when needed, and navigating the tension and adrenaline of live broadcasting. It’s a fascinating look at the role of an on-court interviewer and the unique position they hold between the players, the crowd and the global audience. 🎙️ Our introductory background episode is live in this feed if you’d like to learn more about who we are and why we created Tales from Tennis. 🚨 Stay tuned for another special guest from the tennis world on Wednesday 13 May. Subscribe now. 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtennis/ X: https://x.com/TalesFromTennis Watch highlights and analysis from across the tennis world at The Tennis Pass: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTennisPass The podcast is independently produced and not affiliated with or endorsed by the ATP.

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