{"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":"'Eternal City' Stunners - Djoker & Sabalenka lose, Roger vs. Rafa GOAT Flashback & Super-Mom Svitolina Stops By","slug":"eternal-city-stunners-djoker-sabalenka-lose-roger-vs-rafa-goat-flashback-super-mom-svitolina-stops-by","published_at":"2026-05-13T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591/eternal-city-stunners-djoker-sabalenka-lose-roger-vs-rafa-goat-flashback-super-mom-svitolina-stops-by","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL1983900049.mp3?updated=1778629795","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL1983900049.mp3?updated=1778629795","summary":"Petko and Petchey are joined for the first time by Notorious \"P,\" Prakash \"Worldwide\" Amritraj in Rome and they are NOT wasting a single second. Our trio kicks things off with one of the greatest what-were-you-doing-that-day moments in tennis history between Roger and Rafa. They dissect the clay court chaos and upsets ahead of Roland Garros and shed a bright spotlight on the Grand Slam prize money controversy. Plus, a sit down with one of the most inspiring figures on the WTA Tour. Buckle up. What's on this episode: The Anniversary Drop — 20 years ago in Rome, Nadal and Federer played a 5-set, 5-hour, 57-game thriller that set the tone for their rivalry. Petko sets the scene, the crew reacts to this nostalgia. Headlines & Hot Takes — Sabalenka and Djokovic both suffered early losses in Rome — so where exactly are we on the panic meter? Show me the $$ — Top players are reportedly threatening a strike to demand a bigger revenue share. Will it happen? Should it happen? Would it even work? Guest Interview: Elina Svitolina — The two-time Rome champion and WTA Super-Mom sits down for a candid conversation about life as a mother on tour, the emotional final chapter of husband Gaël Monfils' career, and yes — Petko asks her about her hair. Post-interview the crew debates whether Svitolina is actually a better player now than before motherhood. Buy – Sell – Hold — Prakash runs the rules, the crew plays ball. Who is going to outperform their ranking at Roland Garros? Who is a sell heading into Paris? And who do you want in your portfolio for the entire grass and US hardcourt summer stretch? Fan Mail — A parent writes in about her 14-year-old daughter who dominates group classes but struggles to translate her game in tournaments — the crew delivers real, experience-backed advice.…","meta_description":"Petko and Petchey are joined for the first time by Notorious \"P,\" Prakash \"Worldwide\" Amritraj in Rome and they are NOT wasting a single second. 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