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Breaking Back, a tennis podcast

Breaking Back, a tennis podcast

By: Breaking Back Media
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A tennis podcast by fans, for fans, covering all aspects of the game with an unfiltered lens.Breaking Back Media Tennis
Episodes
  • Breaking Back — S3E4: The One With Serena's Wildcard
    Jun 27 2026

    Wimbledon Eve 2026 — and we've got plenty to talk about. We open with Markéta Vondroušová's shocking four-year suspension and whether the punishment fits the crime. Then we break down Serena's wildcard into singles and doubles — was it a gift or a no-brainer? We run through both draws, flag the matches you can't miss (Fritz vs. Draper, round one — seriously), and close with Nat's Numbers breaking down where the real value is heading into the fortnight.


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    37 mins
  • DOWN GOES SINNER! ….Roland Garros will crown a first-time men’s grand slam winner.
    May 30 2026

    He was up two sets and serving for the match. Then Paris got hot.


    Jannik Sinner — world No. 1, on a 30-match winning streak, with Alcaraz sidelined by injury — had Roland Garros gift-wrapped for him. The one Grand Slam missing from his collection. No rival standing in the way. And he was cruising, up 6-3, 6-2, 5-1 on Court Philippe-Chatrier… until his body said no.


    World No. 56 Juan Manuel Cerúndolo came back from two sets down to beat the top seed 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 in one of the biggest upsets in Roland Garros history. The first time a men’s No. 1 seed has lost before the third round here since Andre Agassi in 2000. The career Grand Slam dream? On hold again.


    We break down what actually happened on that court — the heat, the dizziness, the collapse from 5-1 up in the third — and ask the harder question: is this a brutal bad day, or does Sinner have a Paris problem?


    Want me to tweak the tone, punch up the opening hook, or adjust the length?

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    16 mins
  • Tennis Money Wars: Boycotts, College Chaos & Betting the French
    May 18 2026

    In this episode, the hosts discuss various challenges facing tennis, including revenue discrepancies between players and tournaments, the impact of college tennis on American players, and the need for better media coverage of the sport. They explore how tennis compares to other sports in terms of revenue sharing and the implications of the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) changes in college athletics. The conversation highlights the importance of unifying the sport and addressing the financial challenges that players and programs face. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of sports, particularly focusing on the professionalization of youth sports and the dynamics of the upcoming French Open. The discussion highlights the dominance of players like Jannik Sinner and the challenges faced by others, including Novak Djokovic. The women's side of the tournament is also explored, emphasizing the competitive nature and the potential of players like Coco Gauff. The conversation wraps up with insights on betting strategies and the future of tennis coverage. In this segment, the conversation delves into the excitement of the Premier League, particularly focusing on Leeds and Tottenham's current standings. The discussion transitions into tennis, analyzing player dynamics, particularly Medvedev and Sinner, and their performance metrics. The group also explores the logistics of broadcasting and sharing sports experiences, contemplating the future of live streaming and Altcasting. In this conversation, the participants discuss various sports events, focusing on golf and tennis. They analyze recent tournaments, player performances, and the challenges faced by athletes. The discussion also touches on broadcasting innovations and the excitement surrounding upcoming events.

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    35 mins
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