Love All with Kim Clijsters

Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Juan Carlos Ferrero joining Ben Shelton's coaching team and what it could mean for his future. Kim shares her thoughts on Shelton's game, Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev securing year-end No. 1, and Leylah Fernandez's impressive resurgence. Plus, WTA Finals predictions, the race to Turin, Rafa Jodar's historic rise, and the Matteo Berrettini–Lorenzo Musetti drama. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 5:03 Rafa Jodar's Historic Rise to the ATP Top 10 6:55 Juan Carlos Ferrero Joins Ben Shelton's Coaching Team 11:08 Can Ferrero Fix Shelton's Inconsistency? 16:33 Elena Rybakina's Year-End No. 1 & Ranking Bonuses 20:49 Alexander Zverev's Year-End No. 1 & Top 10 Struggles 25:58 Carlos Alcaraz's 26-Match Winning Streak & Latest Results 27:03 Leylah Fernandez's Fall Resurgence & Back-to-Back Finals 30:26 Coach Eric Hechtman on Fernandez's Technical & Mental Improvements 33:12 Kim Clijsters on Serve Variety & Disguising the Ball Toss 41:05 ATP Finals: The Race to Turin Heats Up 44:26 WTA Finals Predictions & Indian Wells Conditions 46:41 Matteo Berrettini & Lorenzo Musetti's Italian Drama 49:10 Kim Clijsters on Handling Media Scrutiny & Personal Rumors 54:05 Rec Room 58:05 Closing Thoughts Kim’s Rec: The Cruelest Game: Chasing Greatness in Professional Tennis by Matthew Futterman https://www.amazon.com/dp/0385550723?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback  Blair’s Rec:  Maui Jim Sports Sunglasses https://www.mauijim.com/shop/sunglasses/rimless/ho-okipa?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1410774149&gbraid=0AAAAADQ1-cuMl27NdiU7x524UJmzOO4XU&gclid=CjwKCAiAqabXBhBUEiwAw_SQpaFINheyLJW4VESS6AmXKqxJZQ53-CGYA6Ix03W02mkbw-YHKaKU1hoC3nkQAvD_BwE&frameColor=10&variantCode=R407-10  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they sit down with WTA Director of Safeguarding & Integrity Lindsay Brandon for an inside look at the fight to protect tennis players. Brandon reveals how the WTA's Threat Matrix program identifies online abusers, why angry gamblers are responsible for much of the harassment, and how betting platforms are beginning to ban offenders. The trio discusses recent online abuse targeting Coco Gauff and Iva Jovic, safeguarding concerns involving coaches and families, and the challenges of holding social media platforms accountable. Plus, Kim reflects on how player safety has evolved since her time on tour and what still needs to change. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All 0:20 Jannik Sinner hires Magnus Norman 4:32 Sinner's return & Juan Carlos Ferrero's coaching future 5:46 Lindsay Brandon, WTA’s Director of Safeguarding & Integrity joins Love All 8:46 Why the WTA created a safeguarding department 11:10 Monitoring abuse from coaches, parents & team members 14:07 Protecting players who don't recognize abusive relationships 18:16 How the WTA investigates concerns & anonymous reports 23:07 Holding coaches accountable & enforcing safeguarding standards 26:16 Kim reflects on player safety during her career 28:19 Why reports of abuse are increasing on the WTA Tour 31:02 Lindsay's role in anti-doping & player education 32:55 Threat Matrix: How the WTA fights online abuse 36:48 How players are protected from abusive messages 39:45 Threat Matrix results: Removing serious online abusers 40:47 How abusive posts and accounts get removed 43:48 Why aren't social media platforms doing more? 46:26 The Bad Actor Program: Banning abusive gamblers 49:57 Holding betting platforms accountable 52:24 The challenges of stopping international gamblers 54:23 Sports betting revenue vs. player safety 57:20 Why lower-ranked players may be more vulnerable to online abuse 1:00:04 Can the WTA actually stop online harassment? 1:06:41 Kim & Blair react to the WTA's player protection efforts 1:09:48 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down new champions Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Maja Chwalińska in Shanghai and Wuhan, Iga Świątek's decision to end her season, and Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils' split. Plus, Novak Djokovic chases Roger Federer's record, Serena Williams' Hall of Fame absence raises comeback questions, and Kim reveals her new role as World TeamTennis captain alongside stars Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to Love All  03:52 Davidovich Fokina Wins Shanghai  09:22 Can Rafa Jodar Back It Up?  13:32 Maja Chwalińska Wins Wuhan  17:35 Sonay Kartal's Injury Comeback  20:29 Iga Świątek Ends Her Season  23:31 Race to the WTA Finals  25:31 Svitolina & Monfils Split  31:26 Djokovic Chases Federer's Record  33:51 Serena Williams' Hall of Fame Absence  38:33 World TeamTennis Returns  39:21 Kim Clijsters' New Coaching Role  45:51 Rec Room Kim’s Rec: Positive tennis notes https://a.co/d/06NsOHzr  Fan @KirstenBee29 Rec: Kitsch Tennis Scrunchies  https://www.mykitsch.com/products/ruched-satin-scrunchies-5pc-set-cream-court-green-navy-blue?variant=52830025875637&nbt=nb:adwords:g:22799175108:181876555439:764444402157&nb_adtype=pla&nb_kwd=&nb_ti=pla-294682000766&nb_mi=9617523&nb_pc=online&nb_pi=shopify_US_10504080654517_52830025875637&nb_ppi=294682000766&nb_placement=&nb_si=%7Bsourceid%7D&nb_li_ms=&nb_lp_ms=&nb_fii=&nb_ap=&nb_mt=&tw_source=google&tw_adid=764444402157&tw_campaign=22799175108&tw_kwdid=pla-294682000766&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22799175108&gbraid=0AAAAADy756gXLwdk8kP7dQpexbfifeNbl&gclid=CjwKCAjwotzWBhBFEiwA1JhPoFXsnnwz-75VA8BXd6v2O7k2LMrCLBi4PZxACuAwtIx734cXSEqsGBoCWfwQAvD_BwE  Blair’s Rec: New Defyer Rackets https://www.wilson.com/en-us/collections/defyer-tennis-rackets  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Clijsters and Blair Henley are answering YOUR questions in an unfiltered Love All Q&A! From wild locker room stories and Carlos Alcaraz's mustache to controversial Grand Slam debates, the duo dives into player friendships, women's health in tennis, doubles strategy, and more! Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All  2:25 Zheng Qinwen, Alcaraz’s Mustache & Racket-Smashing Drama  8:14 Kim’s Wildest Tennis Bets  9:59 Fan Q&A: Friendships & Rivalries on Tour  15:03 What REALLY Happens in the Locker Room After a Loss?  19:48 Kim’s Unpopular Tennis Opinion  20:26 Should Grand Slams Change Their Format?  22:47 Doubles Strategy: Pro vs. Recreational Tennis  28:45 Which Players Are Different Behind the Scenes?  32:58 How Do Pro Athletes Manage Their Periods?  37:04 Kim & Blair’s Dream Podcast Guests  43:09 Rec Roomo  45:35 Closing Thoughts Blair’s Rec: K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo https://a.co/d/0dItDoQe  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have questions for Kim and Blair? DM them to our Instagram @loveallpodcast Join 4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they break down Jannik Sinner’s decision to end his 2026 season and what Alexander Zverev’s rise toward World No. 1 says about consistency at the top of the game. Plus, they react to Novak Djokovic’s historic run in Beijing, Daniil Medvedev’s controversial default, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina’s surprise early exits, Carlos Alcaraz’s winning return in Tokyo, and the pressure building as the race to the WTA Finals comes down to the wire. Welcome to Love All! If you want to hang out with us behind the scenes follow us on all of our socials: https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast  https://x.com/loveallpodcast  Sabrina’s Fan Rec: Tom’s Alpargata Plus Shoes Neon Yellow Tennis Felt https://www.toms.com/products/womens-alpargata-plus-neon-yellow-tennis-felt-10023818?utm_source=shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=%7Bcampaignname%7D&tw_source=google&tw_adid=810823241243&tw_campaign=23889372848&tw_kwdid=pla-2334066208226&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23889372848&gbraid=0AAAAADzXiiWKuYt9l0VJdUkUD1PlueHv1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuJLWBhD_ARIsAIBcRUwiwKlcxGyKGuJZd0gHD0svSFt225kafVZVZdTx5whTswu96rcL2XsaAirPEALw_wcB  Kim’s Rec: Kid’s Yogi Tea (Yogi Tea Disney Collection) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GKQBS71Y?plpRedirect=mhFallback&ref=clp_hp_h_pc  Blair’s Recs: Sherwin Williams Paint “Ripe Olive”  https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-family/green-paint-colors/sw6209-ripe-olive  Pottery Barn Carson Chair https://www.potterybarn.com/products/carson-upholstered-swivel-desk-chair/  ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Welcome to Love All  3:29 Blair’s backhand change & Kim’s biggest technical adjustments 7:55 Jannik Sinner shuts down his 2026 season 11:07 Alexander Zverev closes in on year-end World No. 1 14:08 Novak Djokovic wins Beijing & improves to 34–0 19:02 Daniil Medvedev defaulted against Djokovic 25:31 Sabalenka & Rybakina’s late-season struggles 29:18 Chinese tennis fans, gifts & Kim’s memories in Asia 31:57 Carlos Alcaraz wins Tokyo in his return 32:50 WTA Finals race & the pressure to qualify 37:10 Rec Room 42:34 Closing thoughts  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices