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How do you go from 20 double faults a match to World No. 1 and Grand Slam Champion? Aryna Sabalenka’s performance coach, Jason Stacy, joins the podcast to reveal the raw, behind-the-scenes transformation of one of the WTA’s biggest stars. In this masterclass on sports psychology and tennis coaching, we dive into: The Serve Crisis: Overcoming the "yips" when technical fixes failed.Mental Toughness: The "Stop or Change" ultimatum that saved Sabalenka’s career.Breathwork for Athletes: Specific protocols to control your brain under high pressure.The WTA Tour: Why Jason believes empathy can be a weakness for female athletes.Caroline Garcia: A deep dive into the "post-win void" and the reality of life at the top. Whether you're a player looking to fix your tennis serve or a fan wanting inside access to Team Sabalenka, this episode offers a blueprint for the champion mindset. CHAPTERS:01:32 - Energy Management: The hidden cost of Grand Slams 07:22 - From Dmitry Tursunov to the WTA: Jason Stacy’s entry into tennis 12:12 - Building Team Sabalenka 18:15 - Fixing the Yips: Solving the 20 double fault crisis 23:55 - The "Stop or Change" Ultimatum 32:04 - Caroline Garcia on why winning can feel empty 41:43 - Why staying at the top is harder than the climb 49:00 - The Legacy Mindset: You never fight alone 56:10 - Healthy Player-Coach relationships vs. toxic cultures 01:10:54 - Controversy: Is empathy a weakness in women's tennis? 01:16:15 - Breathwork Masterclass: Controlling the mind via the body 01:21:40 - The "Secret" breathing trick for changeovers 01:42:00 - French Open breakthrough and the power of awareness 🔗 CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: tennisinsiderclubX (Twitter): @tennisinsiderclWeb: tennisinsider.clubSubscribe for more exclusive interviews with the biggest names on the ATP and WTA tours. #ArynaSabalenka #TennisInsider #SportsPsychology #TennisCoaching #WTA #CarolineGarcia #Breathwork #MentalToughness #TennisTraining #GrandSlam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iga Swiatek, opens up about the pressure of going from high school student to Grand Slam Champion overnight. She reveals why she thought winning Roland Garros was "impossible" and the mental strategies she uses to stay at the top and win 5 Grand Slams in her early twenties. Timestamps: 00:01:55 – School vs. Tennis: Why education was the priority 00:04:40 – The "Imposter Syndrome" at her first tournament: "I don't belong here" 00:05:40 – Roland Garros 2020: "I thought it was impossible" 00:08:45 – The chaotic thoughts before winning match point 00:10:30 – Handling the pressure of her first big sponsor 00:11:40 – Why Iga has worked with a psychologist since age 14 00:13:00 – What drives her: Titles, Rankings, or Stats? 00:15:00 – The "Lie" she tells herself to win tournaments 00:18:15 – Advice to her younger self In this episode of the Tennis Insider Club, Caroline Garcia sits down with World No. 1 Iga Świątek for a raw conversation about the mental side of tennis. From finishing high school while on tour to handling the explosion of fame after the French Open, Iga shares the reality behind the stats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it really take to stay with Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and the very best in the world? In this raw conversation, Italian tennis player Lorenzo Musetti opens up about pressure, consistency, fatherhood, and what separates talent from Top 10 reality. From being labeled part of the “Next Gen” alongside Sinner and Alcaraz, to learning the hard way that consistency is the real difference, this is an honest look behind elite tennis. Subscribe for unfiltered conversations with the world’s best tennis players and insiders. Comment: Is consistency what separates Sinner and Alcaraz from the rest? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What separates a good coach from a truly great one? In this episode of The Insight, legendary coach Darren Cahill breaks down what elite coaching really looks like — and why the goal isn’t to give answers, but to teach players how to think for themselves. Drawing from decades of experience coaching the very best in the world, Cahill explains why great coaching is built on communication, trust, and timing. He shares why the most effective coaches don’t try to be good at everything, why the coach–player relationship has a natural lifespan, and how the best coaches slowly work themselves out of a job by creating independent, adaptable athletes. This isn’t just about tennis. It’s about leadership, teaching, parenting, and knowing when guidance turns into control. Whether you coach, lead a team, or simply want to help others grow without making them dependent on you, this insight applies far beyond the court. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why great coaching is about teaching, not tellingHow elite coaches help players problem-solve under pressureThe difference between creating independence vs dependenceWhy communication style matters more than technical knowledgeWhen it’s time for a new voice — and why that’s a good thingThe Insight Lessons from the World’s Best in Tennis & Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She nearly quit tennis last year. Seven surgeries, constant setbacks, and a body few doctors understood. Today, Francesca Jones reveals how she fought through doubt, pain, and pressure to break into the Top 100 — and what she’s learned along the way. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 00:00 – “This year was supposed to be my last…” Career crossroads, feeling stuck, and finding unexpected freedom. 03:10 – Moving to Spain alone at 10 to chase a dream Early sacrifices, school-life balance, and building identity away from tennis. 06:20 – Toxic coaches, abuse of power & lack of safeguarding in tennis Francesca opens up about dangerous dynamics young players face.  Episode Francesca Jones 12:40 – Becoming the CEO of her own career at 16 Learning decision-making, emotional intelligence, and firing the wrong people. 21:00 – Living with a rare syndrome & surgeries no doctor understood How unique biomechanics shaped her challenges and mindset. 27:00 – The brutal truth: she had to stop tennis to rebuild her body Three-month physical reset, strength work, and realizing the sport changed. 31:30 – “I’ll die on the court if I have to” — her mentality explained Obsession, overtraining, collapsing in matches, and learning limits. 44:00 – The moment she almost quit tennis forever Doubt, burnout, Patagonia reflections, and the conversation that saved her. 52:00 – Breaking Top 100 & what’s next Long-term goals, redefining success, and chasing stability for the first time. If you enjoyed this conversation, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment telling us your favorite insight from Francesca. Your support helps us bring more raw, honest stories from the world’s best players. This episode is brought to you by Hologic, a global leader in women’s health — dedicated to early detection, innovation, and helping women live healthier, longer lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Solana Cirstea spent 20 years chasing the biggest dreams in tennis — No.1, Grand Slams, perfection. Now, she opens up about pressure, regret, joy, and why 2026 will be her final year… One of the rawest mindset conversations ever on Tennis Insider Club. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 01:40 – How her father pushed her into tennis from age 4 05:10 – Becoming a top junior and breaking into WTA at 16 07:20 – The crash after the French Open quarterfinal run 10:00 – Struggling with expectations & “learning how to lose” 11:50 – The injury that changed everything at 25 13:10 – Shifting from results obsession to joy & process 17:00 – Why knowing “why you play” changes everything 23:00 – Handling wins/losses: staying emotionally steady 25:00 – Discovering balance, friendships & life outside tennis 33:30 – Playing through pain & the mental toll 35:00 – Why 2026 will be her final season 37:00 – Making peace with not becoming No.1 43:00 – “What you’re complaining about is someone’s dream” 54:00 – Juniors vs pros: the myth of early success 56:00 – School, development & advice for parents 58:30 – Generational changes on tour 01:02:00 – How the game evolved & the new WTA level If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, drop a like, and share your thoughts in the comments. Which part of Sorana’s story resonated the most with you? This episode is presented in partnership with Hologic, global leader in women’s health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you’re labelled “tennis next big thing” at just 17? Olga Danilovic opens up about pressure, expectations, media hype, family, fear, burnout, and how she rebuilt her love for tennis. One of the RAWEST and most relatable conversations we’ve ever had. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 01:00 – Olga’s childhood: pressure, media, and early expectations 04:00 – Growing up as the daughter of a superstar athlete 07:00 – Winning Moscow at 17: blessing or curse? 10:00 – Handling fame, pressure & public expectations as a teen 14:00 – Guilt, sacrifice & learning to choose yourself 17:00 – Life on tour vs. the reality people don’t see 20:00 – Mental health, burnout & losing joy in tennis 22:00 – Nine months sick: the moment everything changed 32:00 – Coaching experiences: what good teams REALLY do 45:00 – Playing on big stages & dealing with intrusive thoughts 48:00 – On-court panic, fear & wanting to “disappear” 56:00 – How she sees her future: identity beyond tennis If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with another tennis fan who needs to hear this conversation. Follow Us Instagram → instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub X (Twitter) → https://x.com/tennisinsidercl tennisinsider.club 🤝 Partners Hologic — advancing global women’s health. Tennis Insider Club is a podcast where the world’s best tennis players, coaches, and insiders share real stories about pressure, mental health, high-performance habits, and life on tour. Hosted by Caroline Garcia and Borja Durán, each episode gives an honest look into the WTA and ATP circuits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when reaching the Top 100 and entering the Grand Slams main draw doesn’t make life easier, but harder? Eva Lys opens up about pressure, identity, mental health, and rediscovering joy in tennis. One of the most honest conversations ever on Tennis Insider Club. KEY MOMENTS: 02:00 – When reaching Top 100 made everything harder 05:00 – Identity, results & why losing can break you 08:30 – Growing up in a tennis family & emotional sensitivity 12:00 – School, structure & the “non-normal” life of junior tennis 16:00 – Building life outside the tennis bubble 19:00 – Self-worth, relationships & losing matches 23:00 – Australian Open run, pressure, and losing the joy 28:00 – Qualifying mindset: “I only qualified when I stopped caring” 33:00 – Balance, discipline, fun & the stigma on female athletes 39:00 – Resetting goals, psychologist, and returning to the roots 55:00 – Living with an autoimmune condition as a pro athlete 1:02:00 – Social media hate, protecting mental health & blocking people 1:12:00 – Why tennis needs more empathy & honesty BROUGHT TO YOU BY HOLOGIC, a global leader in women’s health. Visit hologic.com to learn more If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and leave a comment — it really helps us grow and bring more players on the show. 📲 FOLLOW US Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub/ X (Twitter) → https://x.com/tennisinsidercl Website → https://tennisinsider.club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At just 29, Garbiñe Muguruza—2x Grand Slam Champion and former World No.1—made the shocking decision to step away from tennis. In this raw, emotional conversation, she opens up to Caroline Garcia and Borja Durán about pressure, burnout, family sacrifice, and finding peace beyond trophies. Key Moments: 01:00 – Growing Up in Venezuela & Family Sacrifice 06:00 – Strict Parenting and Losing Childhood Innocence 12:00 – Breakthrough Moment at Miami Open 15:00 – Winning Roland Garros Against Serena Williams 19:30 – “No One Cares About the Finalist” 23:00 – The Dark Side of Perfectionism 33:00 – After the WTA Finals: Relief, Burnout, and Self-Discovery 37:00 – Making Peace With Stepping Away From Tennis 45:00 – Life After Tennis: Becoming WTA Finals Tournament Director 49:00 – Advice to Her Younger Self If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment your favorite moment! It really helps us bring you more authentic tennis stories. This episode is brought to you by Hologic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From being told she’d never make it… to lifting the Wimbledon trophy. 🏆 Marion Bartoli opens up on her fight against doubt, pain, and anorexia — and the moment she proved everyone wrong. CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Overcoming doubt & proving critics wrong 02:00 – Childhood in France and discovering tennis 07:00 – The first Wimbledon final vs Venus Williams 13:00 – Training with her father and breaking the rules 17:00 – The reality of parent-coach relationships 21:00 – Life on tour: obsession, exhaustion & sacrifice 25:00 – 2013 Wimbledon: how everything finally clicked 33:00 – Serving for the match: the moment of destiny 37:00 – Relief, validation, and proving everyone wrong 50:00 – Judged for her body & media pressure 54:00 – The darkest chapter: anorexia and recovery CALL TO ACTION: If this inspired you, subscribe for more honest stories from the world’s top players. Like the video, comment your favorite insight, and subscribe for future episodes. 🎧 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/1SDHHtfQmUS0TyP8wqJEh9 🎧 Listen on Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tennis-insider-club/id1721351881 📲 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub/ 📲 X (Twitter) → https://x.com/tennisinsidercl 🌐 Website → https://tennisinsider.club 🏠 Partnered with Haier — world No.1 in home appliances, supporting excellence from Roland Garros to your kitchen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to go from a kid in Sweden to becoming an Australian Open champion… and later coaching stars like Maria Sakkari and Kei Nishikori? 🎾 Thomas Johansson opens up about his journey, struggles, and lessons learned both on and off the court. Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 – Millimeters between glory and disaster in tennis 02:00 – Johansson’s childhood obsession with tennis 07:00 – Breaking into the ATP Top 100 13:00 – The unforgettable run to the 2002 Australian Open title 19:00 – Key differences coaching men vs women 22:00 – Life-changing aftermath of winning a Grand Slam 26:00 – Battling career-threatening injuries 28:00 – Facing Federer, Nadal, Djokovic & two eras of tennis 34:00 – Toughest moment: being forced to retire 38:00 – Transition into coaching & first steps with Caroline Wozniacki 45:00 – Building confidence as a coach and helping players mentally 49:00 – Coaching Kei Nishikori: challenges & humility 53:00 – Mentoring the next generation of coaches 1:02:00 – Advice to his younger self If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support the channel and never miss future tennis stories! 📲 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub/ 📲 X (Twitter) → https://x.com/tennisinsidercl 🌐 Website → https://tennisinsider.club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At just 1m65, Justine Henin defied all odds to become World No.1 and win 7 Grand Slam titles. Behind the elegant one-handed backhand and the trophies, her story is one of resilience, loss, and an unshakable belief in herself. In this intimate conversation on Tennis Insider Club, Henin opens up about: Growing up in a small Belgian town and finding her place in the family after tragedy.The role of her brothers, father, and late mother in shaping her character.Why she resisted pressure to change her iconic one-handed backhand.The painful years after losing her mother at 12, and how tennis became both an escape and a fight.Her complicated relationship with her father and the courage to leave home at 17 to pursue her dream.What it really takes to beat bigger, stronger opponents like Serena & Venus Williams.The pressures of early success, burnout, and why she retired at 25.Why she believes academies and parents must work together to protect kids from becoming “broken players.”Life after tennis: motherhood, running her academy, and finding happiness outside the spotlight.🎙 Hosted by Caroline Garcia & Borja Durán 👉 Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations with the world’s best players and coaches. 📲 Follow us for behind-the-scenes & clips: Instagram: @tennisinsiderclub Twitter/X: @tennisinsidercl #JustineHenin #Tennis #WTA #GrandSlamChampion #TennisPodcast #UsOpen #LaverCup #ATP #RolandGarros Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She won the US Open at 19… then came injuries, pressure, and doubt. But Bianca Andreescu is still fighting—with powerful resilience—to return to the top. In this powerful episode of Tennis Insider Club, Bianca opens up like never before. She shares the emotional weight of early success, the loneliness of repeated setbacks, and the inner work she’s done to rediscover her purpose. From visualizing her US Open win years before it happened, to nearly quitting the sport during a dark mental health spiral, Bianca's story is raw, inspiring, and deeply human. Keywords: Bianca Andreescu interview, tennis mental health, US Open champion, tennis comeback, tennis podcast Highlights: 06:45 – 2019: The Year Everything Clicked 12:23 – “I Was Done With Tennis” 18:10 – Therapy, Spirituality & the Journey Inward 25:38 – Redefining Success After Hitting Rock Bottom 32:17 – Lessons from Losing—and Learning to Let Go 39:05 – The Comeback: Playing With Joy Again 44:31 – Advice to the Next Gen: “Don’t Rush Your Path” 48:52 – New Season, New Intentions Enjoyed this episode? Watch next: 🎙️ Ben Shelton: Rising a Champion the Right Way → E35: Bryan Shelton 🎙️ Jessica Pegula on Late Blooming & Mental Resilience → E34: Jessica Pegula Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to raise and coach a Grand Slam quarterfinalist? In this Tennis Insider Club episode, Bryan Shelton — former ATP pro, champion college coach, and father of rising star Ben Shelton — opens up about the unique challenges of guiding your own child through tennis. From growing up in Alabama to facing Boris Becker at Wimbledon, Bryan shares the lessons that shaped his career… and the philosophy that keeps his son grounded in a high-pressure sport. We discuss: The dangers of over-involved tennis parentsWhy mental skills matter more than strokes at the top levelHow to balance joy, discipline, and performanceThe difference between European and American confidence mindsetsWhy sometimes you have to “fake” confidence until you feel it Best Moments: [00:01:03] The Day Bryan Shelton Fell in Love with Tennis [00:03:00] Why He Chose College Over Turning Pro at 18 [00:07:30] Facing Becker and Connors in His First Grand Slams [00:10:00] Breaking Into the Top 100: A Pro’s First Goal [00:11:00] Wimbledon 1994: His Greatest Memory on Tour [00:14:00] From Player to Coach: Bryan’s Second Career [00:17:00] How Ben Shelton Finally Chose Tennis at 11 [00:23:30] Ben’s Secret Weapon: Relentless Confidence [00:27:10] The Three Tournament Rule Every Young Player Needs [00:43:00] Balancing Dad and Coach on the Pro Tour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica Pegula opens up like never before — from starting tennis at age 7, to dealing with pressure from her parents, to overcoming years of injuries and finally breaking into the top of the game in her mid-20s. In this candid conversation, we talk about finding your own path in tennis, the mental battles of the tour, handling media expectations, and why making her own decisions changed everything. 🎙 Hosted by Caroline Garcia & Borja Duran — Tennis Insider Club. 🎧 Listen on: Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/6Vcjpr6Vj8UO5bbz9NWRDo Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/tennis-insider-club/id1664385813 💡 Episode sponsor — Saily eSIMs: Stay connected anywhere in the world with Saily — the easiest way to get mobile data without roaming fees. 🌍 Get 15% OFF here: https://www.saily.com/tennisinsider Chapters: 00:01:08 – How Jessica started tennis 00:09:36 – College vs turning pro; “I hated school” vibe 00:11:06 – Breaking Top 100 after injuries; relief at ~25 00:13:19 – “Own journey” mindset; using peers as motivation 00:21:23 – “I make every decision now” — taking ownership 00:31:01 – Managing your team like a business; lessons from family 00:36:30 – Burnout, perspective reset, and handling losses 00:50:41 – Slowing down to appreciate wins; “the dream is the journey” 00:54:14 – How long she’ll play; LA Olympics carrot, 35 cap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.