Episode
The Big T Drop Shot Edition: Are Alcaraz and Sinner Destined For A Championship Slugfest In The Desert?
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- The BIG T
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- Mar 14, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1422
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Summary
Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey unite for a rapid fire, ‘Drop Shot’ edition of the Big T, live at the BNP Paribas Open. The coaching tandem analyzes the upcoming hard-hitting final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina, a rematch of the Australian Open Women’s Final. Plus, BG and Petch reveal how they would coach Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev respectively in their upcoming Semi-Finals against the favored Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.Gilbert and Petchey also dissect the the re-invention of Alcaraz’s serve and how some mechanical tweaks have made it one of the most improved shots in tennis history. For video versions check out Tennis Channel’s Youtube page https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel or the Tennis Channel App for all episodes and bonus scenes.