Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Rajeev Ram is a 6-time Grand Slam doubles champion, former world #1, and now a retired tennis player. I spoke with Rajeev from Paris as he was covering the Paris Masters for Tennis Channel. We reflected on the results, routines, and relationships that shaped his incredible career. He gets detailed about doubles tactics, partner communication, and why the ATP’s current approach to doubles misses the simplest fix of all. Adjusting to live commentary and the “producer in your ear” realityThree c...

JJ Tracy is coming off a huge Asian swing that includes an ATP 250 title in Hangzhou and his first Masters 1000 final in Shanghai. He's currently ranked #31 on the ATP tour. We discuss how doubles teams build chemistry, in particular with his new partner, Francisco Cabral, why fundamentals still matter at the top, and what current ATP doubles changes could mean for players and fans. What clicked in Asia and why results lag behind good practice weeksHis new partnership with Francisco Cab...

In this episode, I break down the six most common poaching mistakes I see in club and pro doubles. From better positioning to what to read to smarter finishing, avoiding these mistakes will help you poach with confidence. Why your starting position matters mostMoving too late & how to time it correctlyMoving sideways, something players at all levels doMaking contact too far back and why closer is betterVolleying back to the returner or baseline playerNo poaching enough! How often sh...

I answer four doubles questions that members and listeners have sent in recently. These concepts can have a big impact on your game, from return sides to mid-match adjustments. How to choose return sides if you're not sure (great advice for captains)Winning return games as a teamTiming the net player’s movement to avoid getting hit on serveHow to train your opponent awareness to help with in-match game planningWhen to change your strategy if things aren't going rightI'll have more great inter...

I've been busy traveling the last three weeks but am back with a strategy episode. Today I share the six doubles lessons I teach club players repeatedly across my camps, clinics, and match play. Fixing your net positioning to time the poach rightKeeping your eyes forwardWhere you miss your volleys on your racquetOpponent serve and overhead tendenciesPracticing like you playAdvice for players who "don't lob"Fixing even just one of these mistakes can have a huge impact on your doubles game! Her...