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Enter the greenroom of tennis legends and insiders as Brad Gilbert, Coco Vandeweghe, Andrea Petkovic, and Mark Petchey gather weekly on THE BIG T podcast 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 deliver elevated tennis conversations intended to make you feel as though you’re pulling up a chair alongside four of the sport’s most respected minds. 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.Coco Vandeweghe, former US Open Doubles Champion and WTA veteran of 15 seasons, offers bold, fearless opinions shaped by the same competitive edge that defined her career.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. 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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Is Rafa Jodar Tennis’ New Villain? || Svitolina & Monfils Part Ways

2026/10/21

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

2026/10/14

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

Sinner Shuts It Down For ‘26 || Djokovic & Alcaraz Crowned in Asia

2026/10/07

Recording THE BIG T from Mauritius and Greece was not on the schedule, but when Jannik Sinner announces he is done for 2026, Novak Djokovic proves to be Superhuman, Daniil Medvedev gets disqualified and Carlos Alcaraz takes the title in Tokyo, Petchey and Petko’s vacation transforms into hardcore tennis podcasting. They also dig into Aryna Sabalenka's slump and Alex Eala’s decision to pick the Asian Games over WTA Beijing. The snorkeling can wait! 🎾 Sinner Shuts Down His Season Due To Knee Injury 🎾 Djokovic Captures 102nd ATP Title In Beijing: One Behind Federer 🎾 Alcaraz Takes Tokyo Title 🎾 Inside The Medvedev Incident: Disqualified in Beijing 🎾 WTA Shakeup: Equal 1000 Prize Money, Fewer 500s & Charlotte Finals 🎾 Manila Gets a 250 & Eala Makes TIME100 Next 🎾 Eala's Asian Games Dilemma 🎾 What's Wrong With Sabalenka? 🎾 Anisimova & Navarro Updates The Big T — Episode 58📺 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

BG'S TENNIS TIPS || Level Up Your Match Play

2026/10/02

Brad Gilbert knows how to 'win ugly,' but in this lesson the legendary tennis coach, player and now podcaster reminds you how prepare for match play and avoid in-match nerves. This episode will strengthen your resolve against Pushers and Moonballers! 🎾 How To Prepare For Match Play🎾 Overcome Match Play NervesThe Big T - Bonus Content - BG’s Tennis Tips 📺 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-BIGTLINK-TREE:A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | LinktreeNEWSLETTER: Big T newsletter signup page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zverev and Alcaraz Power Team Europe || Laver Cup Wrap Up

2026/09/28

Blazers off, sleeves rolled up…Mark Petchey recruits Steve Weissman and Prakash Amritraj for an ‘After Dark,’ post Laver Cup edition of THE BIG T, fresh off Team Europe's dominant 13-5 win in London. The trio shares the moments that made them say "wow," picks the players with the most to gain from the week and toasts Andre Agassi's emotional, inspirational run as Team World captain. Plus, the guys also draft their dream Women's Laver Cup rosters. 🎾 Zverev Clinches for Team Europe🎾 Who Gains the Most From This Event? De Minaur & Tien🎾 Agassi: Emotional & Inspirational 🎾 Debate: What Would a Women's Laver Cup Style Rosters Look Like?🎾 Czechia Wins 12th BJK Cup🎾 Best Wishes to Taylor Townsend🎾 Sinner Out of Beijing🎾 Sabalenka & Musetti Hit Vogue World The Big T — Episode 57📺 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

Tiafoe 2.0 || 'Big Foe' Joins The Big T To Talk About His Transformation & New Mindset

2026/09/23

World No. 8 Frances Tiafoe finally brings the aura to THE BIG T as he opens up to Nick Monroe about the habits and mindset overhaul behind his stellar 2026 along with the state of American men's tennis and more. BG and Chiz kick things off with the Juan Carlos Ferrero coaching rumors, and BG's Big Board has a clear frontrunner. 🎾 Frances Tiafoe: The Extended Interview 🎾 How Big Foe Transformed His Career 🎾 BG's Big Board: Who Will Ferrero Coach Next?🎾 Davis Cup Recap🎾 Iva Jovic Goes Back-to-Back in Guadalajara🎾 Laver Cup Edition: Bank or Shank The Big T — Episode 56📺 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

Taylor Fritz Unfiltered || Balancing Life, The Influencer Invasion & Tennis Ball Consistency

2026/09/16

Petko is back, teaming up with doubles guru Nick Monroe for a special one-guest episode built entirely around Taylor Fritz. After Andrea shares her Brad Pitt shoulder-rub story, Fritz joins to talk about his packed schedule, his gear tinkering, whether influencers belong courtside at Slams and what's ahead with Laver Cup & the ATP Race to the Finals. 🎾 Special Guest: Taylor Fritz🎾 Balancing Tennis Life On And Off The COurt 🎾 Influencers at Slams – Good for Tennis?🎾 Consistency With Tennis Balls🎾 Laver Cup & Race to the Finals Outlook The Big T — Episode 55📺 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: https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US OPEN FINALE || 'Alexander the Great’' - Zverev Captures 2nd Slam || Are Zverev, Rybakina & Siniakova 1st Ballot Hall Of Famers?

2026/09/14

BG & Ajla pull the 'night-shift' to close out the US Open and break down Alexander Zverev's win over Ben Shelton in the Men's Final. Plus they dive into whether Zverev, Rybakina and Siniakova are future first ballot Hall of Famers and a preview of the ATP & WTA’s Race To The Finals with the coveted top 8 spots on the line. 🎾 Zverev Downs Shelton for US Open Title and 2nd Major Title of 2026. 🎾 Zverev's Surprising Championship Point Reaction🎾 Are Zverev, Rybakina & Siniakova First-Ballot Hall of Famers?🎾 Will We See Sinner vs. Alcaraz in 2026?🎾 ATP & WTA Race to No. 1 The Big T — Episode 54 📺 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-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

US OPEN DAY 14 ‖ Rybakina Reigns In NY || Shelton vs. Zverev/ Inside The Matchup (Men’s Final)

2026/09/13

Elena Rybakina downs two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 to capture her first US Open title and solidify her World No. 1 ranking. BG and Ajla break down how the match turned. BG puts on his coaching hat with advice for Aryna as she regroups in the days ahead. The two also preview the Men's Final between Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton, including a Sinner-inspired gameplan BG thinks could be Shelton's blueprint for a first major. 🎾 Women's Final: How Rybakina Beat Sabalenka🎾 New World #1: Rybakina's Reign Begins🎾 Harrison & Skupski Win Men's Doubles🎾 Men's Semis Recap: Tiafoe Impressive In Loss🎾 Zverev vs. Shelton: The Patterns That Can Lead To A Title 🎾 Is Harry Styles the Challenger Tour version of Davis Bowie? The Big T — Episode 53📺 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

US OPEN DAY 13 ‖ Rybakina vs. Sabalenka: Table For Two || Women's Final Preview

2026/09/12

BG & Ajla preview Saturday's Women's Final between new World #1 Elena Rybakina and back-to-back defending champion, Aryna Sabalenka. The duo also breaks down Coco Gauff's stunning loss, Jessica Pegula's reaction to Sabalenka’s level, and acknowledges Katerina Siniakova as a first-ballot Hall of Famer. 🎾 Rybakina vs. Sabalenka — Women's Final Preview🎾 What Happened to Coco?🎾 Pegula Amazed at Aryna🎾 Siniakova: First-Ballot Hall of Famer?🎾 Townsend & Siniakova Win Women's Doubles Title🎾 Looking Ahead: Men's Final & Weekend TC Lives The Big T — Episode 53📺 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-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

US OPEN DAY 12 || Shelton vs. Tiafoe || Zverev vs. Khachanov || Men's Semis Preview

2026/09/11

The Men's Semis are set at the US Open, and BG & Ajla break down Tiafoe vs. Shelton and Zverev vs. Khachanov. BG explains Shelton's path while Ajla makes the case for Tiafoe. Plus, BG and Ajla debate the most annoying on-court routines they've witnessed, sparked by Zverev's marathon ball-bouncing habit. 🎾 Men's Semis Deep Dive 🎾 Tiafoe v Shelton Preview🎾 Zverev v Khachanov Preview🎾 Most Annoying On-Court Habits🎾 Zverev's Ball Bouncing Routine The Big T — Episode 51📺 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-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

US OPEN DAY 11 || Coco & Rybakina Punch Ticket To Semis || More On Shelton-Alcaraz Thriller & Michelsen-Tiafoe Hug

2026/09/10

The Women's Semis are set, and BG & Ajla trade sides to gameplan Sabalenka-Pegula and Rybakina-Coco. But first, they relive a night of tennis that didn't wrap until 3:33am with Shelton outlasting Alcaraz in a thriller and the emotional Tiafoe-Michelsen hug that had everyone talking. BG shares his most memorable five-set battles as both player and coach, and Ajla revisits her own marathon against Serena with a Kevin Costner story for the ages. 🎾 Women's Semis Set — Sabalenka-Pegula & Rybakina-Coco🎾 Shelton outlasts Alcaraz In Instant Classic🎾 Tiafoe-Michelsen: The Hug🎾 BG Five-Set Memories 🎾 How Kevin Costner Helped Ajla beat Serena The Big T — Episode 50📺 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-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

US OPEN DAY 10 || Sabalenka Surges Into Semis || Who Is Botic van de Zandschulp?

2026/09/09

BG and Ajla open Day 10 with a coin toss and a flashback: 25 years ago, BG coached Andre Agassi through a gutting four-tiebreak-set loss to Pete Sampras in the US Open quarterfinals. From there it's straight to the action as Aryna Sabalenka storms into the semis over Noskova. BG spotlights Botic van de Zandschulp. Ajla previews Wednesday's slate with Rybakina vs. Zheng & Coco vs. Andreeva on the horizon. 🎾 Sabalenka Storms Into the Semis — How did she beat Wimbledon champ Linda Noskova? 🎾 Player Spotlight — Botic van de Zandschulp 🎾 Player Spotlight — Qinwen Zheng 🎾 BG's Agassi vs. Sampras Flashback — Revisits coaching Andre through the 2001 QF heartbreaker🎾 Wednesday Preview — Coco vs. Mirra || Rybakina vs. Zheng || Zverev vs. Botic van de Zandschulp The Big T — Episode 49📺 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: https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US OPEN DAY 9 || Zheng Stuns Swiatek || Six Americans Reach QFs

2026/09/08

It’s day nine at the US Open, and the underdogs keep rolling. BG & Ajla break down Qinwen Zheng’s stunning comeback against Iga Swiatek after going down 0-5, plus Mirra Andreeva’s emotional win over friend Anastasia Potapova. Overall, six Americans reach the quarterfinals. Plus, Alex Michelsen and Emma Navarro’s big runs, and a look ahead to Tuesday’s quarterfinals.🎾 Zheng Stuns Swiatek — Down 0-5, Zheng comes back to knock out Swiatek🎾 Six Americans In QFs (Navarro, Pegula, Gauff, Tiafoe, Shelton, Michelsen)🎾 Andreeva & Potapova— An emotional moment between two friends🎾 Player Spotlight: Alex Michelsen & Emma Navarro🎾 Tuesday’s QF Preview — Alcaraz vs Shelton, Tiafoe vs Michelsen , Pegula vs Navarro & MoreThe Big T — US Open Day 9 📺 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-BIGTLINK-TREE: A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | LinktreeNEWSLETTER: https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US OPEN DAY 8 || Who Wore It Better, BG or Alcaraz? ‖ Sabalenka, Noskova & More From The US Open

2026/09/07

It’s Day 8 at the US Open, and BG has a new look — rocking Carlos Alcaraz’s jersey. BG & Ajla break down the biggest matches from Saturday night and recap a loaded Sunday slate, including Sabalenka vs. Townsend, Noskova vs. Kostyuk, and Paul vs. Alcaraz. Plus, how much prize money do players actually get to keep? 🎾 Who Wore It Better? — BG rocks Carlos Alcaraz’s kit🎾 BG + Ajla’s Bet — Jovic vs. Eala; Learner Tien vs. Jakub Mensik🎾 Player Spotlight: Learner Tien & Anastasia Potapova🎾 The Economics of Prize Money — How much do players actually keep? The Big T — US Open Day 8 📺 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-BIGTLINK-TREE: A Tennis Channel Podcast Official: Instagram, X | LinktreeNEWSLETTER: https://newsletters.tennischannel.com/bigT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4.3 out of 5

69 reviews

★★☆☆☆

Squint!!! 2026/09/11

All’s is even worse than BG

No!

★★☆☆☆

Soaplifer 2026/09/06

Fan

Please bring Petko back. Whoever BG is with now is just annoying and clueless.

★★★☆☆

Limey Losers 2026/06/24

Misinformed

Just really giving the wrong facts about doping rules and procedures. Gilbert is a bonehead

★★★★★

80'sVillager 2026/05/31

Sorry Andre?

Petko you can’t say Sorry Andre when you’re in Paris where he completed the career grand slam! Pete was great at Wimbledon and US Open but he could n...

★☆☆☆☆

november fall 2026/04/16

Matt rife

Do better!!! He makes jokes about DV...

★★★★☆

Podderific 2026/03/29

A nice addition

Really enjoy Mark & Petko!

★★★☆☆

christina.elle 2026/03/25

50% good

Petko is the main reason to listen to this pod. She is gold. Mark is next. The others are cringe. Both men need to watch their sexist micro aggression...

★★★★★

Doodlebugxxzst 2026/03/23

Good content!

So many people trying to talk tennis from their basement or whatever non-insightful platform. Finally the experts are speaking to it!

★★★☆☆

nhgirl724 2026/03/20

Annoying

It’s very hard to listen to Brad Gilbert and Andrea Petkovic

★☆☆☆☆

dhgs93 2026/03/19

More Andrea; Less (no) Coco please!

I’m ready to unfollow because Coco is so hard to listen to-she’s all about herself. And on constantly. Andrea is so smart and insightful and brings...

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