summary

In this episode of the Double Bagel Podcast, the hosts dive into the world of tennis sponsorships, discussing the growing influence of tennis WAGs (wives and girlfriends) over professional players in securing brand deals. They also highlight recent tournament results, including the surprising comeback of Sophia Kenin and the dominance of American players in the Houston Open. The conversation shifts to the upcoming Monte Carlo tournament and the excitement surrounding it. The hosts engage in a fun draft of memorable Grand Slam finals, reminiscing about their experiences and the emotional rollercoaster of watching these matches. Finally, they tackle a mailbag question about the implications of being a ripped tennis player, concluding that while it may attract attention, it doesn't guarantee success on the court.

Takeaways

• Daria Saville expresses frustration over sponsorships favoring influencers over athletes.
• The rise of influencers in tennis is changing the sponsorship landscape.
• Sophia Kenin's comeback highlights the unpredictable nature of tennis.
• American players dominated the Houston Open, a rare occurrence in international tennis.
• The Monte Carlo tournament is anticipated to bring exciting matches and potential upsets.
• The price is right game
• The hosts reminisce about memorable Grand Slam finals, showcasing the emotional aspect of tennis.
• Ripped tennis players may not achieve success due to prioritizing muscle over skill.

Chapters

00:00 The Salty Side of Sponsorships

06:04 From Double Bagel to Finalist: A Comeback Story

10:01 Wrap up of last week results

14:19 Monte Carlo: Upsets, Predictions and Baby Shampoo

22:35 Double Bagel Counter - Volynets delivers

30:08 Price is Right Game

38:13 Drafting the Best Grand Slam Finals

56:53 Mailbag: Ripped Players and Their Chances

In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent Miami Open, focusing on Djokovic's near miss for his 100th title and the emergence of young talent in tennis. They also delve into the dominance of Sabalenka in women's tennis and the transition to clay courts. The conversation includes the challenges of watching tennis matches, the intriguing statistics from the Bagel Report, and engaging 'what if' scenarios in tennis history. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion on the moonshot phenomenon in tennis and a listener's question about the tweener shot.

Takeaways

• Djokovic's near miss highlights the pressure of high-stakes matches.
• Young players are increasingly dominating the tennis scene.
• The Miami Open showcased unexpected upsets and rising stars.
• Sabalenka's consistent performance cements her status in women's tennis.
• Transitioning to clay courts presents unique challenges for players.
• Watching tennis matches can be frustrating due to streaming issues.
• The Bagel Report reveals interesting statistics about players' performances.
• 'What if' scenarios can change the narrative of tennis history.
• The tweener shot is both a tactical move and a crowd-pleaser.
• Moonshots in tennis can be a strategic choice to disrupt opponents.

Sound Bites

• "The longest rally went for 643 shots."
• "The moonshot is a game of chicken."
• "You may as well go for glory."

Chapters

00:00
The Nervous 90s in Sports

03:12
Djokovic's Near Miss and Mensik's Triumph

06:14
The Rise of Young Talent in Tennis

09:15
The Miami Open: A Tournament of Surprises

12:14
Women's Tennis: Sabalenka's Dominance

14:52
The Challenges of Watching Tennis

17:43
The Bakery Report: Bagels in Tennis

20:33
What If Scenarios in Tennis

30:55
The Impact of Kyrgios Winning Wimbledon

34:32
What If Barty and Delacqua Won Doubles?

37:09
The Big Three: What If Nadal Was Born Later?

42:39
Moon Shots in Tennis: A New Strategy?

51:42
The Tweener: A Cry for Help or Tactical Move?

Summary

In this episode, Lewis and Finn focus on Coco Gauff's remarkable double bagel victory. They explore the implications of such a rare achievement, the current state of women's versus men's tennis, and the performances of young players in recent tournaments. The conversation also touches on the Miami Open, the curious case of Nick Kyrgios, and the rise of Adam Walton as a lucky loser. We touchdown in Brazil as we discuss the Brazilian Sensation and for the first time ever, Guess the Grunt and Tennis Checkup segments are played. The episode concludes with Mail Bag

Chapters

00:00 Lewis Opening Monologue
03:10 Coco Gauff's understands the significance of a Double Bagel
08:51 Bagel Counter: Everyone gets a Bagel
14:33 Indian wells reflection
16:58 Recent Tournament Highlights
19:56 Week One of Miami Open
24:42 The Rise of the Lucky Loser
29:48 The Brazilian Sensation
34:54 Guess the Grunt Game
39:45 Heartbreak and Triumph in Tennis
45:25 The Tennis Checkup: A Doctor's Perspective
52:31 Mailbag: The People's Questions