{"podcast":{"title":"The BIG T","slug":"the-big-t-7641591","podcast_index_feed_id":7641591,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/SINCL1597379469","website_url":"https://YouTube.com/TennisChannel","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/39d7213c-dc4f-11f0-abe1-6fa13898c0d7/image/13f53f6f4bfceeed5647ea93ce6c6bef.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Gary Waksman","episode_count":57,"summary":"Enter the greenroom of tennis legends, coaches and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey and Nick Monroe gather weekly to guide fans through the biggest storylines, sharpest debates and competitive chaos shaping the global tennis landscape. Produced by the authority in tennis coverage for 23 years, Tennis Channel has designed THE BIG T podcast to serve every level of fandom with a front row seat and backstage pass to key tournaments. Each episode is suited to help tennis fans cut through the clutter and get right to the heart of what matters in the tennis world. Brad Gilbert, former World No. 4 and 20-time ATP titleholder, brings unmatched perspective from a career that includes coaching legends Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, and Coco Gauff. His relationships, instincts, and energy are second to none.Andrea Petkovic, former World No. 9 and German No. 1 with seven career titles, has emerged as one of the sport’s most thoughtful voices since retiring in 2022—known for her nuanced analysis and storytelling as a broadcaster and host. Mark Petchey, a decade-long ATP professional, is revered for his tennis intellect and coaching acumen, having worked closely with Andy Mur…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-30T02:20:53.747057+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591"},"episode":{"title":"DAY 12 - THE BIG T AT RG: DROPSHOT EDITION - Andreeva Advances to 1st RG Final, Chwalinska looking to complete ‘Chwa-nderella’ story + Preview Of Zverev vs. Mensik &  Cobolli vs Arnaldi","slug":"day-12-the-big-t-at-rg-dropshot-edition-andreeva-advances-to-1st-rg-final-chwalinska-looking-to-complete-chwa-nderella-story-preview-of-zverev-vs-mensik-cobolli-vs-arnaldi","published_at":"2026-06-04T22:26:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591/day-12-the-big-t-at-rg-dropshot-edition-andreeva-advances-to-1st-rg-final-chwalinska-looking-to-complete-chwa-nderella-story-preview-of-zverev-vs-mensik-cobolli-vs-arnaldi","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL9206139140.mp3","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL9206139140.mp3","summary":"Brad Gilbert and Andrea Petkovic are perched above Court Philippe-Chatrier for Day 12 of the Roland Garros Drop Shot Edition, and the women's draw has delivered one of the most unlikely finals in recent memory. BG and Petko break down Mirra Andreeva's clinical win over Kostyuk to reach her first Grand Slam final — and what her clay-court dominance this season says about her ceiling. Then we unpack the ‘Chwa-nderella’ story that nobody saw coming: a qualifier ranked 114th in the world, now matching the all-time qualifier semifinal record. They also preview the men's semifinals between heavy-hitters, Zverev vs. Mensik and the crafty Italians, Cobolli vs. Arnaldi. Plus, a programming note — two full episodes this weekend for the finals. 🎾 Andreeva advances to RG Final — the clay queen (20-3 this season) punches her ticket to Saturday's title match 🎾 The Chwa-nderella story — how qualifier Maja Chwalinska (ranked 114th) reached her first Tour SF and matched history 🎾 Shnaider vs. Chwalinska recap — two left-handers, one stunning result 🎾 Men's SF preview — Zverev vs. Mensik and Cobolli vs. Arnaldi 🎾 Weekend finals announcement — two full Big T episodes coming Saturday and Sunday","meta_description":"Brad Gilbert and Andrea Petkovic are perched above Court Philippe-Chatrier for Day 12 of the Roland Garros Drop Shot Edition, and the women's draw has del…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1253,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-big-t-7641591/episodes/day-12-the-big-t-at-rg-dropshot-edition-andreeva-advances-to-1st-rg-final-chwalinska-looking-to-complete-chwa-nderella-story-preview-of-zverev-vs-mensik-cobolli-vs-arnaldi/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591/day-12-the-big-t-at-rg-dropshot-edition-andreeva-advances-to-1st-rg-final-chwalinska-looking-to-complete-chwa-nderella-story-preview-of-zverev-vs-mensik-cobolli-vs-arnaldi.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}