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The Big T

The Big T

By: Brad Gilbert Andrea Petkovic Mark Petchey Coco Vandeweghe
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Enter the greenroom of tennis legends and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey, and Coco Vandeweghe 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 deliver elevated tennis conversations intended to make you feel as though you’re pulling up a chair alongside four of the sport’s most respected minds. 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.Coco Vandeweghe, former US Open Doubles Champion and WTA veteran of 15 seasons, offers bold, fearless opinions shaped by the same competitive edge that defined her career.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 Murray and Emma Raducanu. Unlike other tennis podcasts, THE BIG T is on location at the sport’s biggest events—bringing fans courtside conversations with the true MVPs of the tennis world. From Melbourne to Indian Wells, Rome, and beyond, the show skips the small talk to deliver bold takes, real scoops, and insider perspective. Whether it’s Sinner vs. Alcaraz, the legacy of the Big Three, or the ever-evolving WTA landscape, THE BIG T is designed to make you the smartest tennis fan in the room.New episodes every Wednesday. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch full episodes on YouTube.com/TennisChannel and on the Tennis Channel App, featuring exclusive premium bonus content.Tennis Channel Inc. Politics & Government Tennis
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  • Bonus Content: BG's Tennis Tips - Serve & Volley

    Bonus Content: BG's Tennis Tips - Serve & Volley
    Jul 3 2026
    Attention Tennis Fans: Brad Gilbert has coached the likes of Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick, Andy Murray, Coco Gauff and now he will coach you in 5-min or less before your next match or hitting session. In this episode of BG's Tennis Tips, Gilbert will give you few quick pointers on how to Serve & Volley in your next match or practice. He will break it down in simple steps. Sign up for our Newsletter: ⁠https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigTnewsletter⁠ Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App 👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a Comment 📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGT 📧 Email us: theBIGT@tennischannel.com
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    4 mins
  • Wimbledon Drop Shot: Dissecting Serena's Wimby Loss || Shelton Shocker || Sinner 's Bloody Shoe

    Wimbledon Drop Shot: Dissecting Serena's Wimby Loss || Shelton Shocker || Sinner 's Bloody Shoe
    Jul 1 2026
    Welcome to The Big T: Wimbledon Drop Shot Edition, where BG and Nick Monroe whip around the courts to get you caught up on everything in 15 minutes, (give or take). No burying the lede today — Serena Williams took Centre Court at Wimbledon for the first time in four years, and the guys break down exactly how it went. Nick reveals some insight he got before the match from Serena’s coach, plus a first-round shocker and a Sinner scare that had everyone on edge. 🎾 Serena loses to Maya Joint — Serena Williams's first singles match at Wimbledon in nearly four years ended in a three-set battle with 20-year-old Maya Joint, 3-6, 7-6, 3-6. BG and Nick dissect the comeback, the fight she showed, and what it means going forward. 🎾 Shelton Shocker — Ben Shelton was stunned in the first round, falling to No. 140 Otto Virtanen of Finland in a five-set, 4-hour-21-minute battle on No. 2 Court: 6-4, 3-6, 6-7(8), 6-2, 7-6(11-9). Virtanen saved a match point in the deciding tiebreak before closing it out. 🎾 Sinner's Bloody Shoe — Defending champ Jannik Sinner survived a scare against Miomir Kecmanović, playing through a bloodied shoe after a nasty fall en route to a five-set win. Curt Schilling of the 2004 Boston Red Sox would be proud. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, watch on YouTube or the Tennis Channel App, and sign up for our newsletter so you don't miss a thing. Big T newsletter signup page Questions or hot takes? Hit us up at THEBIGT@tennischannel.com.
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    17 mins
  • Serena's Draw || Novak, Sinner, Sabalenka Analysis & More! || Fritz vs Draper 1st Round Matchup

    Serena's Draw || Novak, Sinner, Sabalenka Analysis & More! || Fritz vs Draper 1st Round Matchup
    Jun 27 2026
    HOSTS: Brad Gilbert, Petko, and Special Guest Prakash Amritraj Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, and Special Guest, Prakash Amritraj dissect both Wimbledon singles draws from top to bottom. On the women's side, Serena Williams' path gets the full breakdown — starting with her first-round match against Maya Joint — while the crew sizes up Sabalenka, Rybakina, and a loaded field that includes a fascinating Iga vs. Taylor Townsend opener. T In the men's draw delivers must-watch first-round fireworks with Fritz vs. Draper and Tiafoe vs. Atmane, plus the big question looming over Novak Djokovic — is this his last real shot at No. 25? The episode closes with Wimbledon predictions from all three and a fan mail deep-dive into the "Sabalenka Hangover Phenomenon." 🎾 SERENA'S DRAW — She's in. The crew dissects Serena Williams' section of the women's draw and breaks down just how deep a run is possible at Wimbledon. 🎾 WOMEN'S DRAW BREAKDOWN — Sabalenka vs. Kostovic, Rybakina vs. Boisson, Iga vs. Taylor Townsend, and the Americans: Pegula and Coco both in action. 🎾 MEN'S DRAW BREAKDOWN — Sinner, Zverev, and Djokovic's paths examined. First-round fireworks: Fritz vs. Draper, Tiafoe vs. Atmane, and Shelton vs. Virtanen. 🎾 NOVAK AT 25 — Is this Djokovic's last legitimate shot at the all-time Grand Slam record? 🎾 NOVAK’S NEW DOCUMENTARY- A look at his new feature documentary The Wolf in Winter, directed by Jason Hehir (The Last Dance), premiering on Prime Video August 20th. 🎾 FAN MAIL — Presented by ServiceNow — Listener Amoroso raises the "Sabalenka Hangover Phenomenon": does every player who eliminates Aryna before a final lose their very next match? BG, Petko, and Prakash weigh in. 🎾 WIMBLEDON PREDICTIONS — All three make their picks for the women's and men's singles titles. Who are they backing? New episodes of The Big T drop on the TC App, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Presented by ServiceNow. Send us your questions at THEBIGT@tennischannel.com. SIgn up for our Newsletter: https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigTnewsletter
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    55 mins
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