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Author: Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, and Mark Petchey

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Enter the greenroom of tennis legends, coaches and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Andrea Petkovic, Mark Petchey and Nick Monroe 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 serve every level of fandom with a front row seat and backstage pass to key tournaments.
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.
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 plus Drop Shots with breaking news and at the Majors.

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.



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Coco & Noskova Day 1 Winners || Mirra Andreeva 1 on 1 || Alcaraz Takes Down Big Ben for Paris Title

Coco & Noskova Day 1 Winners || Mirra Andreeva 1 on 1 || Alcaraz Takes Down Big Ben for Paris Title

2026-11-0940:56

WTA Finals- Day One did not disappoint and neither did Petko and BG as they brought the hot take heat!Rybakina’s withdrawal forced Kostyuk into action and Coco edges J-Peg in a grudge match! BG tells us how Alcaraz took down Big Ben for the Paris title. Plus, BIG T newbie, Carson Branstine goes 1 on 1 with Mirra Andreeva.   🎾 WTA Finals Day One: Rybakina's Withdrawal Changes Everything 🎾 Pegula vs. Gauff: All-American Showdown 🎾 Player Privacy Debate: How Much Access Is Too Much? 🎾 Mirra Andreeva 1-on-1: The Rising Star Joins The Big T 🎾 WTA Finals Day Two Preview: Sabalenka vs. Muchova + Andreeva vs. Svitolina 🎾 Coaching Carousel: Casper Ruud Brings In David Ferrer 🎾 Alcaraz Captures Paris Crown The Big T — Episode 63 📺 Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel 📱 Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App 👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a Comment Got a question? Email us: [email protected] 📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGT LINK-TREE: https://linktr.ee/THEBIGTPODCAST NEWSLETTER: https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigT Tennis Channel Stream every ATP & WTA match live & on-demand. Download the Tennis Channel App or go to tennischannel.com 🔥   Tennis Channel Stream every ATP & WTA match live & on-demand. Download the Tennis Channel App or go to tennischannel.com 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ferrero and Shelton Shock The Tennis World || Peak Alcaraz Is Back!

Ferrero and Shelton Shock The Tennis World || Peak Alcaraz Is Back!

2026-11-0458:00

Oui oui! Petchey is in Paris & enlists his commentary partner Chris Eubanks to dissect the big news as Juan Carlos Ferrero joins Team Shelton to help Ben win a Major. Brad Gilbert weighs in on the fit & the coaching domino effect. Meanwhile, JCF’s former pupil, Carlos Alcaraz continues to dominate the sport with a Vienna victory lap as the Race to Turin heats up. Plus, Matthew Dellavedova joins Ivan Lendl in the history books.  🎾 Shelton Shocker: Juan Carlos Ferrero Joins Team Shelton🎾 Better Fit: Norman & Sinner or JCF & Shelton?🎾 BG’s Take on the Coaching Domino Effect🎾 Ranking This Version of Alcaraz🎾 Paris Stakes & the Race to Turin🎾 WTA Finals Field Set🎾 Player Spotlight: Dellavedova’s 100-Win Season The Big T — Episode 62📺 Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel📱 Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a CommentGot a question? Email us: [email protected]📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGTLINK-TREE:A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | Linktree  NEWSLETTER: Big T newsletter signup page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sinner Hires Magnus Norman || Learner Tien 1 on 1

Sinner Hires Magnus Norman || Learner Tien 1 on 1

2026-10-2852:53

BG & Nick were settling in for a nice, calm episode when BOOM, the news broke: Magnus Norman is replacing Darren Cahill on Jannik Sinner’s coaching team, and BG has the inside scoop. The guys celebrate Stan Wawrinka’s retirement week and unpack the Italian tennis drama between Berrettini & Musetti. Plus Nick goes 1 on 1 for an extended interview with Learner Tien.  🎾 Sinner Adds Magnus Norman to Coaching Team || Cahill Out🎾 Wawrinka Retirement Week🎾 Italian Tennis Drama: Berrettini vs. Musetti🎾 Learner Tien Talks Tennis IQ, Michael Chang and Outrunning a Cobra🎾 WTA Finals Race Update🎾 ATP Race to Turin Update🎾 Halloween Horror Stories The Big T — Episode 61📺 Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel📱 Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a CommentGot a question? Email us: [email protected]📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGTLINK-TREE:A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | Linktree  NEWSLETTER: Big T newsletter signup page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Rafa Jodar Tennis’ New Villain? || Svitolina & Monfils Part Ways

Is Rafa Jodar Tennis’ New Villain? || Svitolina & Monfils Part Ways

2026-10-2134:54

BG & Petko are oceans apart but bonded by their love of tennis as they break down trending stories and results. First up in our order of play is to dissect Maja Chwalinska’s Wuhan win and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina’s title in Shanghai, but the key conversation piece is centered around Rafa Jodar, whose antics might have earned him the title of tennis' new villain. The duo also reacts to Svitolina & Monfils parting ways and talks about the intricacies of relationships on tour.    🎾 Chwalinska Proves She Is Not A One-Hit Wonder  🎾 Fokina Takes Shanghai For 1st Masters 1000🎾 Rafa Jodar: Tennis’ New Villain?🎾 Svitolina & Monfils Part Ways 🎾 ATP Race to Turin🎾 Race to the WTA Finals 🎾 Eala- Wise Beyond Her Years as seen & heard on Sharapova’s  “Pretty Tough” Podcast🎾 2027 Hall of Fame Nominees The Big T — Episode 60📺 Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel📱 Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a CommentGot a question? Email us: [email protected]📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGTLINK-TREE:A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | Linktree  NEWSLETTER: Big T newsletter signup page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coco Gauff & The Online Hate Problem || Qinwen Zheng Makes History

Coco Gauff & The Online Hate Problem || Qinwen Zheng Makes History

2026-10-1401:10:03

This week’s tennis IQ is off the charts as Petko & BG are reunited. The duo dives into the Asian Swing, from Qinwen Zheng becoming the 1st Chinese woman to win the China Open to Alcaraz & company sounding off on the tennis balls once again. Petko and BG are outraged by the online abuse Coco Gauff has faced and invite former ATP pro and now sports psychology consultant and licensed therapist, Jeff Greenwald to discuss how players can cope with online harassment.  🎾 Asian Swing — Survival of the Fittest🎾 Tennis Ball Controversy Returns🎾 Qinwen Zheng Makes China Open History🎾 Coco Gauff Faces Online Hate || Was Within Her Right To Stop Play🎾 Special Guest: Jeff Greenwald on How To Cope With Online Abuse 🎾 The Psychology Behind Tennis Temper Tantrums The Big T — Episode 59📺 Watch the video version: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel📱 Stream all episodes + bonus scenes on the Tennis Channel App👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | 💬 Leave a CommentGot a question? Email us: [email protected]📞 Call us: 1-844-678-BIGTLINK-TREE:A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | Linktree NEWSLETTER: Big T newsletter signup page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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