{"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":"THE BIG T DROP SHOT EDITION - Madrid Mutiny: Alcaraz & Djokovic Out — Who Seizes the Moment?","slug":"the-big-t-drop-shot-edition-madrid-mutiny-alcaraz-djokovic-out-who-seizes-the-moment","published_at":"2026-04-17T22:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591/the-big-t-drop-shot-edition-madrid-mutiny-alcaraz-djokovic-out-who-seizes-the-moment","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-big-t-7641591","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL8619607757.mp3?updated=1776465095","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SINCL8619607757.mp3?updated=1776465095","summary":"Shockwaves hit the clay as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic withdraw from the Madrid Open, leaving one of the biggest stops on tour suddenly wide open. On this Drop Shot Edition of The Big T, Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe break down what these high-profile absences really mean—from the physical toll of the clay season to the strategic and financial ripple effects behind the scenes. With the top seeds sidelined, the conversation turns to opportunity: Can Jannik Sinner capitalize—or will he also step back? Is this the moment for contenders like Casper Ruud and Andrey Rublev to dominate? Or could rising Spanish talent Rafa Jodar ignite the home crowd and steal the spotlight? A tournament in flux. A draw turned upside down. And a rare chance for the next wave to break through.","meta_description":"Shockwaves hit the clay as Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic withdraw from the Madrid Open, leaving one of the biggest stops on tour suddenly wide open. O…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":872,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-big-t-7641591/episodes/the-big-t-drop-shot-edition-madrid-mutiny-alcaraz-djokovic-out-who-seizes-the-moment/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/the-big-t-drop-shot-edition-madrid-mutiny-alcaraz-djokovic-out-who-seizes-the-moment.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}