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The Tennis
The Tennis
Tennis Australia

Get the latest from the Australian Open each day of the main draw in just 30 minutes! Then follow the tours through... more

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Episodes

Jannik Sinner's secret weapon: fitness coach Marco Panichi

Marco Panichi, fitness coach of two-time Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner, speaks with Daniela Hantuchova from The Real DNA Podcast... more

14 Feb 2025 · 31 minutes
US Open Mixed Doubles shake-up, Demon rises, Storm hunts return

The USTA has announced big changes to the US Open Mixed Doubles Championship, including moving to a two-day format during... more

13 Feb 2025 · 43 minutes
AO25 Rewind: teenage dreams and big-stage queens

Australian Open 2025 may have drawn to a close, but we won't be forgetting it any time soon! With the... more

06 Feb 2025 · 32 minutes
AO25 Awards: Best Performance, Best Interview, Best Fashion and more!

As the dust settles on Australian Open 2025, Jon Hoevenaars, Brie Stewart and Viv Christie from The Sit-Down reassemble at... more

30 Jan 2025 · 35 minutes
Day 15: Sensational Sinner goes back-to-back, Keys basks in Grand Slam glory

Jannik Sinner has retained his Australian Open crown with a commanding straight-sets win over Alex Zverev, confirming him as the... more

26 Jan 2025 · 28 minutes
Day 14: Madison’s maiden major! Zverev to battle Sinner for AO crown

Madison Keys has dethroned Aryna Sabalenka to win her first Grand Slam title, denying the world No.1 a rare ‘three-peat’... more

25 Jan 2025 · 34 minutes
Day 13: Injured Novak sends Sascha to Sinner final, Sabalenka hunts hat-trick

Novak Djokovic has sensationally retired after the first set of his semifinal against Alexander Zverev, paving the German’s way to... more

24 Jan 2025 · 36 minutes
Day 12: Keys to Sabalenka final, Djokovic-Zverev & Sinner-Shelton previews

Madison Keys is the final hurdle in Aryna Sabalenka’s quest for a historic third consecutive Australian Open title after the... more

23 Jan 2025 · 35 minutes
Day 11: Merciless Sinner! Keys sets up Swiatek SF, Novak can win 25: Goran

Jannik Sinner is one step closer to retaining his AO crown after putting Alex de Minaur to the sword in... more

22 Jan 2025 · 35 minutes
Day 10: Djoker escapes Alcaraz, Badosa sees off Gauff—Sabalenka next

Novak Djokovic has rolled in to his 50th major semifinal with a spectacular come-from-behind victory over Carlos Alcaraz to extend... more

21 Jan 2025 · 33 minutes
Day 9: Demon on fire—Sinner awaits, Keys locks in QF berth, The Gauff-Father

Alex de Minaur has reached the last eight of his home Slam for the first time with a straight-sets defeat... more

20 Jan 2025 · 37 minutes
Day 8: Novak locks in Carlos blockbuster, Aryna smashes Mirra to join Coco in QF

Novak Djokovic’s quest for an 11th Australian Open title is about to face its biggest hurdle yet—Carlos Alcaraz—after the 24-time... more

19 Jan 2025 · 33 minutes
Day 7: Gael & Elina waltz into week 2, ice-cold Iga, Demon does it again!

Power couple Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina have pulled off big upsets to reach the second week of a Grand... more

18 Jan 2025 · 34 minutes
Day 6: Novak no spring chicken, Coco closes in on Aryna rematch, Osaka out!

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a potential Olympic final rematch with Carlos Alcaraz after beating Tomas Machac on... more

17 Jan 2025 · 34 minutes
Day 5: Tien snares Bear in epic! Danimal defies Destanee, Demon delight

Both 2024 runners-up are out in the second round after Daniil Medvedev was stunned by American teenager Learner Tien in... more

16 Jan 2025 · 35 minutes
Day 4: Mensik continues teen rampage, Carlos & Coco cruising, Qinwen checks out

Czech teen Jakub Mensik has matched Joao Fonseca’s seed-slaying feat dispatching Casper Ruud — the first two teenagers to beat... more

15 Jan 2025 · 35 minutes
Day 3: Joao—just wow! Demon delivers on tough day for Aussies

ATP Next Gen champion Joao Fonseca has produced one of the great Grand Slam upsets knocking out three-time quarterfinalist Andrey... more

14 Jan 2025 · 34 minutes
Day 2: Tsitsipas slips up, Ostapenko out, 9 Aussies advance—not Nick!

Nick Kyrgios' Australian Open comeback has come to a halt at the hands of Jacob Fearnley, while Chris O’Connell has... more

13 Jan 2025 · 36 minutes
Day 1: Casper’s close call, Aussie anguish, Aryna rolls on

Aryna Sabalenka has returned to the scene of her two previous AO titles with a statement win over Sloane Stephens,... more

12 Jan 2025 · 29 minutes
Carlos & Novak on QF collision course, Qinwen’s quest, 10 stars to watch

The singles draws are locked and loaded, with Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic on track for a quarterfinal showdown, while... more

09 Jan 2025 · 56 minutes
Novak gets busy in Brissy, UC finals preview, Swiatek the Swiftie

Novak Djokovic has made a bright start to his Brisbane campaign, lining up a 20th meeting with Gael Monfils to... more

02 Jan 2025 · 52 minutes
The Sit-Down is back . . . in a new location!

The Sit-Down is the latest podcast from AO Originals. Each week, you’ll hear a candid conversation with a notable tennis... more

30 Dec 2024 · 1 minute
The Tennis is here! Gauff & Fritz 'unite' in Perth, 2025 season preview

We’re back with a new season and a new name! Grand Slam champions Sam Stosur and Todd Woodbridge join Jon... more

25 Dec 2024 · 57 minutes
The Sit-Down with Sumit Nagal

From qualifying to an equal-best Grand Slam performance, Sumit Nagal provided a feel-good story of Australian Open 2024. His broader... more

23 Dec 2024 · 21 minutes
Season wrap: 2024 in review, Arnaldi checks in, countdown to AO 2025

For our final episode of the season, Jon, Brie, Pratty and Pete reveal their choices for most eye-catching player, most... more

19 Dec 2024 · 49 minutes
The Sit-Down with Alex Michelsen

American youngster Alex Michelsen sits at a career-high world No.41 as he heads to Jeddah to compete in the Next... more

16 Dec 2024 · 28 minutes
Bonus: Remembering Neale Fraser, an Australian legend

Australian tennis has lost one of its most celebrated champions, Neale Fraser. Known for his unmatched left-handed serve, unwavering sportsmanship,... more

13 Dec 2024 · 34 minutes
Demon & Ebden share 'Newk' honour, stars walk Blue Carpet, Savilles’ big news

Alex de Minaur and Matt Ebden have capped career-best seasons by taking home the Newcombe Medal at the 2024 Australian... more

10 Dec 2024 · 42 minutes
The Sit-Down with Paul McNamee (Part 2)

When Viv and Matt sat down with Paul McNamee in April, the conversation naturally shifted to his time as tournament... more

09 Dec 2024 · 20 minutes
Novak to rock Brisvegas! AO title contenders: Alcaraz v Zverev, Gauff v Navarro

Iga Swiatek has returned to the court after completing her mandatory one-month anti-doping ban — Casey Dellacqua discusses the impact on... more

05 Dec 2024 · 42 minutes
The Sit-Down with John Millman

It's been almost a year since John Millman retired from professional tennis at AO 2024, drawing the curtains on an... more

02 Dec 2024 · 22 minutes
Italy kings again! Sir Andy joins Novak’s circle, top 5 players of 2024

World No.1 Jannik Sinner has steered Italy to its second successive Davis Cup title in Malaga, ending Australia’s hopes in... more

28 Nov 2024 · 42 minutes
The Sit-Down with Donna Kelso

The Australian Open holds a special place in Donna Kelso's heart; it was where she officiated her last match as... more

25 Nov 2024 · 24 minutes
Nadal’s last dance, Italy’s BJK Cup glory, Sinner’s massive pay day

The tennis world has bid farewell to Rafael Nadal at the Davis Cup finals in Malaga — we pay tribute... more

21 Nov 2024 · 50 minutes
The Sit-Down with Nick Kyrgios

Nick Kyrgios has outlined his comeback intentions, announcing he will play the Brisbane International before returning to the Grand Slam... more

18 Nov 2024 · 37 minutes
Coco top of the pops, Sinner & Zverev sail into semis in Turin

As forecast by Storm Hunter, Coco Gauff has silenced her critics to win the season-ending WTA Tour Finals, leaving Zheng... more

14 Nov 2024 · 41 minutes
The Sit-Down with Jill Craybas

Almost 20 years ago, Jill Craybas produced one of the great Grand Slam upsets, defeating Serena Williams to reach the... more

11 Nov 2024 · 29 minutes
Aryna, Qinwen & Coco into WTA semis, Demon ATP Finals bound!

Aryna Sabalenka, Zheng Qinwen and Coco Gauff have secured semifinals spots at the WTA Finals leaving Iga Swiatek relying on... more

07 Nov 2024 · 42 minutes
The Sit-Down with Daria & Luke Saville

Viv and Matt are joined by not one, but two guests: Daria and Luke Saville. During a rare week at... more

04 Nov 2024 · 31 minutes
WTA Finals showdown, Aussies shine in Paris, Demon’s race to Turin

Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek enter the WTA Finals as the hot favourites among six other contenders for the year-end... more

31 Oct 2024 · 38 minutes
The Sit-Down with Lleyton Hewitt

Matt sits down with Australian legend and Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt at the United Cup Draw. The former world... more

28 Oct 2024 · 11 minutes
Sabalenka sneaks up to No.1, Domi bows out, Danimal not done yet!

New world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka has overtaken Iga Swiatek in the WTA rankings due to a little-known rule — Casey... more

24 Oct 2024 · 45 minutes
The Sit-Down with Jaslyn Hewitt-Shehadie

Jaslyn Hewitt-Shehadie has worn many hats in tennis, from professional player to high-performance coach, tournament director, and her current position... more

21 Oct 2024 · 28 minutes
Sinner sews up No.1, Nadal nears the end, Thommo's Jude Law moment

A month out from the ATP Finals, Jannik Sinner has already locked in the year-end No.1 ranking, while fellow Australian... more

17 Oct 2024 · 47 minutes
The Sit-Down with Talia Gibson

Rising Australian star Talia Gibson joins The Sit-Down to discuss her sizzling form, which has seen her scoop three consecutive... more

14 Oct 2024 · 20 minutes
AO 2025 Launch: get set for the greatest Australian Open yet!

88 days out from Australian Open 2025, The AO Show presented by Mastercard is at THE LUME Melbourne for the... more

10 Oct 2024 · 45 minutes
The Sit-Down with Michael Chang (Part 2)

In Part 2 of their sit-down with Michael Chang, Viv and Matt chat to the former world No.2 about his... more

07 Oct 2024 · 15 minutes
Alcaraz sinks Sinner in Beijing, Djokovic hunting 100th title in Shanghai

Carlos Alcaraz has toppled Jannik Sinner for the third time this year to snatch the title in Beijing, while Chinese... more

03 Oct 2024 · 41 minutes
The Sit-Down with Andrea Petkovic

Professional player-turned-analyst Andrea Petkovic sits down with Matt and Viv to reflect on her illustrious career, which saw her crack... more

30 Sep 2024 · 26 minutes
Big names in Beijing for Asian swing, Team Europe snatches Laver Cup in Berlin

After leading Team Europe to victory in the Laver Cup, Carlos Alcaraz resumes his rivalry with US Open champion Jannik... more

26 Sep 2024 · 42 minutes
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Jaslyn Hewitt-Shehadie has worn many hats in tennis, from professional player to high-performance coach, tournament director, and her current position as WTA... more