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Alvin and friends discuss a wide variety of tennis topics, both on and off the court.
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In this episode, Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins engage with Peter Lebedevs, the tournament director for the ATP 500 Dallas event, discussing the intricacies of running tennis tournaments, enhancing fan experiences, and the evolving landscape of the sport. They explore the transition from 250 to 500 events, the impact of betting, and the importance of maintaining the integrity of the game. Peter shares insights on the future of tennis attendance, broadcasting strategies, and the significance o...
In this episode of the Best Three Podcast, hosts Torrey Hawkins and Alvin Owusu discuss the recent performances of Madison Keys in women's tennis, reflecting on her resurgence and the importance of competition in the sport. They analyze her tactical adjustments during matches, the role of doubles in player development, and the evolution of her game. The conversation highlights the dynamics of women's tennis and the future of the sport, emphasizing the need for players to adapt and grow. In th...
In this episode of the Best of Three podcast, hosts Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins discuss the ongoing Australian Open, analyzing key matches, player performances, and the overall tournament atmosphere. They delve into the match between Aryna Sabalenka and Mirra Andreeva, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of both players. The conversation bounces around the draw, discussing the implications of player consistency and the impact of injuries on performance. The hosts also reflect on stan...
In this episode, Alvin and Torrey are joined by Bobby Reynolds, head coach of the Auburn University men's tennis team. The trio discusses the evolving landscape of men's tennis, particularly in light of the recent Australian Open. The conversation covers the emergence of young talent, the impact of technology on player development, and the changing strategies in the game. The hosts reflect on how the current generation of players is redefining the sport with their aggressive playing sty...
Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins preview the mens side of the Australian Open draw. Send us a text
Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins break down the Australian Open draw on the womens side. Send us a text
In this episode, Alvin and Torrey discuss the ATP Next Gen competition and its implications for player development, particularly focusing on the lack of a women's equivalent. Next, they analyze the current state of American women's tennis, highlighting Coco Gauff's potential and the challenges she faces, especially regarding her serve. The conversation emphasizes the importance of challenger tournaments and the need for a structured pathway for young players to transition into professi...
In this conversation, Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins discuss the current state of American men's tennis, focusing on players like Taylor Fritz, Francis Tiafoe, Ben Shelton, Tommy Paul, and Sebastian Korda. They analyze each player's strengths, weaknesses, and potential for the upcoming seasons, while also reflecting on the cultural expectations surrounding American tennis. The discussion highlights the challenges these players face in a competitive landscape dominated by established champions...
In this conversation, Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins discuss the challenges young players face in maintaining consistency and the emerging rivalries in women's tennis. They also discuss the importance of winning skills, and the impact of college tennis on player development. They analyze emerging talents and the role of coaching in shaping successful players, while also addressing the future of American women's tennis and the opportunities for growth in the sport. Lastly, they also expl...
In this episode of Best of Three, Alvin and Torrey delve into the factors shaping the modern tennis landscape, from the critical role of continuous learning for players and coaches to the immense challenges of winning that elusive first Grand Slam title. We talk about the career of Dominic Thiem, and then discuss sponsors “five-year rule” that can predict many players’ peak performances. With stars Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz taking a stranglehold upon the top of ATP rankings, and...
In this episode, Alvin and Torrey delve into the year-end championship format, the need for a tennis commissioner, and the impact of injuries on player rankings. They reflect on the legacies of tennis legends like Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Andy Murray, emphasizing the importance of rivalries in the sport. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of spectatorship, discussing the balance between viewership and attendance at events. Finally, they conclude with a segment in Coach's Co...
In this engaging conversation, Alvin and Torrey reflect on the evolution of tennis, particularly focusing on the end of an era marked by the dominance of players like Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. They discuss the impact of Serena's legacy on women's tennis, the current state of the sport, and the transition to a new generation of players. They explore the importance of appreciating greatness while it's present and the challenges of sustaining excellen...
Alvin and Matt discuss the current state of tennis, reflecting on the recent Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup, as well as the WTA and ATP Finals. They analyze Coco Gauff's impressive victory and the implications for the women's tour, while also highlighting Jannik Sinner's rise in the men's game. The conversation takes a turn to address John Wertheim's controversial comments about Barbora Krejcikova and the consequences he faced. Finally, they delve into the sponsorship dynamics of Rolex wi...
The crew discusses the ATP Paris Masters 1000 and WTA Finals. Send us a text
Elena Rybakina just put the entire women’s tour on notice. In Riyadh she didn’t just win — she took time away from the biggest hitters in the sport, went coast-to-coast, and made a real case that we have a new tier forming at the top. In this episode we break down what makes Rybakina’s game so suffocating, how she’s evolved tactically, why her compact mechanics change the geometry of rallies, and what this week tells us about the next four years in women’s tennis. Then we pivot to the men — b...
The indoor swing keeps delivering clarity. Jannik Sinner beats Felix Auger-Aliassime in Paris… and again shows he isn’t just in form — he’s becoming the constraint the entire ATP field has to solve. His time-pressuring geometry is the new standard. Felix keeps showing progress, but the gap between “great ball” and “Sinner/Carlos OS level” was on display. We also connect this to the upcoming Turin Finals and what’s actually at stake — not points — but era momentum. Then we go to the WTA side: ...
The 2025 WTA Finals field is locked. Alvin and Torrey unpack the storylines behind the top eight — from Sabalenka’s dominance to Gauff’s consistency and Rybakina’s late run. They also react to the ATP’s new Masters 1000 event in Saudi Arabia and discuss what Frances Tiafoe’s latest coaching split says about his future on tour. (Bonus “WTA 1–5” segment available on YouTube.) Send us a text
Alvin and Patrick dive into the “Six Kings Slam” — the Netflix-streamed exhibition in Saudi Arabia that paid six of the world’s best players $1.5 million each to show up. They debate whether events like this help or hurt the sport, what makes exhibitions feel hollow, and why true stakes are the lifeblood of tennis. Later, they hit on how exhibitions could actually work, the future of Laver Cup vs. Davis Cup, and finish with early thoughts on the ATP and WTA year-end finals. Send us a text
Alvin and Torrey are back to crack open the Top 10 of the WTA’s last 25 years—and things are getting heated. From Clijsters vs Osaka to Barty’s brief reign, Davenport’s underrated run, Sabalenka’s rise, and Hingis’s forgotten dominance—this one dives into the eras that shaped the modern women’s game. We’re ranking the Top 25 WTA players of 2000–2025, debating each pick live, no notes, and no safety nets. Expect passionate disagreements, some historical context, and a few hot takes you’ll want...
Alvin and Torrey are back for another late-night edition of Best of Three, breaking down an action-packed two weeks of tennis in Asia. They unpack Valentin Vacherot’s improbable Shanghai Masters title, what it reveals about Novak Djokovic’s future, and why Father Time may finally be knocking. Then the guys pivot to the women’s side, revisiting Amanda Anisimova’s Beijing run, Coco Gauff’s dominant Wuhan title, and the razor-close parity that makes women’s tennis such a compelling product headi...
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