Nothing Major

On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie jump in with an emergency finals recap from Tokyo and Beijing, starting with Carlos Alcaraz’s Tokyo title over Jiri Lehecka and what it says about his health, form, and ever-present drop shot. Then they head to Beijing, where Novak Djokovic stays undefeated at the event and boosts his push to qualify for Turin. The guys also unpack Medvedev’s default for hitting a ball into the crowd, Coco Gauff’s controversial point replay, and the major news that Jannik Sinner is out for the year. Plus, they debate why 2012 was the toughest era in men’s tennis, hit fan questions, and give doubles life advice after an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction. 00:00 Show kickoff and agenda 00:35 Emergency finals recap 00:47 Tokyo final Alcaraz wins 01:15 Alcaraz weapons and flair 04:27 Beijing final Djokovic rolls 06:40 De Minaur injury concern 07:11 Medvedev default debate 09:37 Coco Gauff screen replay 11:40 Sinner out for year fallout 15:49 Dog cameo 16:12 Toughest era 2012 case 22:04 Classic Order of Play 23:20 Peak Era Debate 27:31 League Tennis Update 28:19 Olympic Mugshot Photos 30:18 Fan Question Losing Early 32:33 Tour Friends And Breakups 34:41 What Held Us Back 38:56 Doubles Wardrobe Mishap 40:20 WrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie open with Sam’s ongoing weigh-in saga as he tries to lose weight ahead of a ranch day featuring horseback riding, fly fishing, and skeet shooting. They also break down the ATP 500s in Tokyo and Beijing, including Carlos Alcaraz’s run to the Tokyo final, his matchup with Jiří Lehečka, and surprising early losses for Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul. Plus, they explain how Arthur Fils ended up in qualifying despite being a top-10 player, creating a brutal draw for Frances Tiafoe. In Beijing, they discuss Novak Djokovic’s unbeaten record at the tournament and push for Turin, a controversial replay point involving Alexander Zverev and Alex de Minaur’s run to the final. They also get into Jannik Sinner pulling out of Beijing and Shanghai, the limited injury clarity, and what it could mean for the year-end No. 1 race.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Show Intro00:26 Scale Check Banter02:34 Ranch Day Plans03:01 Tokyo 500 Overview03:22 Alcaraz Form Talk04:43 Americans Exit Early05:24 Race Pressure Debate07:00 Tokyo Final Preview08:23 Fils Qualifying Chaos11:17 Beijing Djokovic Streak13:46 Turin Qualification Impact16:01 Replay Drama19:43 De Minaur Final Run21:02 Beijing Shakeups21:46 Sinner Asia Withdrawal22:26 Injury Disclosure Debate24:32 Zverev Number One Path26:13 Beijing Prize Money Talk28:02 Major Opinions Segment28:14 Medvedev Djokovic Stat28:59 Serve Bot Zverev31:03 Shanghai And Nishikori Tribute32:33 Tour Friendships Stories34:51 Novak Shanghai Outlook36:30 Episode Wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Nothing Major, it’s a two-man pod as Sam Querrey and Stevie hold down the fort, plus Sam shares a Laver Cup travel win after a last-minute upgrade and the guys debate a hypothetical Ethan Quinn vs. Taylor Fritz bar fight.They’re also joined by Steven Amritraj, the CEO of the reimagined World Team Tennis, to break down the league’s December launch, new format, star-studded lineups, fan experience, ticket prices, and coaching element. Plus, they answer fan questions on sleep on tour and interview small talk, update their ATP Fantasy roster, and chat with Roman, the US Open women’s bracket winner.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information. Go to the app store and sign up using promo code: MAJOR: http://kalshi.com/r/majorTo join ATP Fantasy head to https://play.fantasy.atptour.com/nothingmajorCode to join our Nothing Major league: 981-0H8TX00:00 Show Preview00:19 Two Man Pod Catch Up00:36 Laver Cup Flight Drama01:17 Bar Fight Debate02:29 Weigh In Challenge02:47 Meet WTT CEO03:35 Amritraj Tennis Journey06:20 WTT Reimagined Format10:07 Teams And Star Lineups12:08 Schedule And Tickets14:14 Fan Experience And Coaches18:20 CNBC Deal And Commentary22:33 Tour Sleep Secrets25:43 Media Interview Small Talk27:52 ATP Fantasy Rules Reset28:56 Building The Fall Squad31:45 Prizes And Strategy32:47 Interview With Roman36:41 Wrap Up And TeaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Nothing Major, the guys recap the Laver Cup with Ethan Quinn filling in for Sam, who checks in from London with the full behind-the-scenes rundown. They break down Team Europe’s 13–5 win, Alcaraz saving match points against Fritz, Europe’s doubles sweep, and what makes Alcaraz so tough to play.They also debate third-set super tiebreaks, discuss Team World’s roster and doubles options, and get an update on Ethan’s foot injury, surgery and rehab. Plus, Nadal and Murray’s Mallorca exhibition, late-night US Open scheduling, Arthur Fils’ qualifying drama, when will Sinner play next, and more.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShow00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro01:20 Ethan Injury Update04:58 Coping and Recovery Mindset07:46 Sam Laver Cup Recap15:37 Europe Wins Laver Cup16:05 Third Set Tiebreak Debate17:29 Friday Highlights19:13 Facing Jodar Up Close23:36 Saturday Momentum Swing26:19 Alcaraz vs Fritz Thriller28:08 Sunday Wrap and Doubles Story29:57 Team World Doubles Fixes31:42 Future Laver Cup Dreams34:13 Nadal Murray Exhibition36:01 US Open Late Nights41:38 Stat Of The Week43:02 PlayerZone Entry Explained45:55 Servebot And Querrey47:18 Bar Fight Rankings50:01 Beijing Tokyo Outlook52:28 Wrap Up And TeaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Nothing Major, the guys preview the Laver Cup in London, break down the format and rosters, and debate whether Team World can take down a Europe squad led by Alcaraz and Zverev. Sam also unveils his updated tennis influencer rankings after the US Open, with Paige Lorenze at No. 1 and Sam jumping to No. 3, plus he shares what to expect from his TV duties and travel. They also talk major life moments and retirement transitions, review the new Wilson Defier racket, and answer fan questions on Zverev’s Slam chances, US Open influencers, dream guests and a junior with two forehands.Follow Nothing Major on Social Media:https://linktr.ee/NothingMajorShowSubmit your questions in the Fan Participation section at https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/00:00 Welcome Back and Agenda00:46 Rant Give Flags Back01:43 Tennis Influencer Rankings04:38 Breakfast and Horse Diet07:40 Laver Cup Preview10:28 Teams Matchups and Broadcast Plans15:10 Hospitality and Event Vibes16:40 Big Life Moments19:33 Retirement Transition Talk21:11 Life After Tour Life21:54 Advice To Younger Self23:24 Wilson Racket Review28:41 Celebrity Flight Story29:39 Can Zverev Win Slams31:42 US Open Influencer Debate33:47 Dream Guests For The Pod35:44 Two Forehands Prospect39:51 Podcasts Stealing Bits41:32 Wrap UpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.