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Shelton Defeats Alcaraz, Tiafoe Into the SF, Coco Fights Through And More From The US Open With Chris Oddo (opens the original)
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TennisNow writer Chris Oddo joins the podcast to discuss the epic 2026 US Open, which has featured triumphs, heartbreaks, emotional wins and tears of both joy and sadness. Oddo recaps Ben Shelton's thrilling win over Carlos Alcaraz, and explains why it's the biggest American men's tennis win in decades. The writer also dives into Frances Tiafoe snatching victory from the jaws of defeat, and his emotional embrace with Alex Michelsen. Oddo analyzes how the top four seeds all advanced to the women'
Alcaraz vs. Shelton, Tiafoe On Fire, The Ice Queen Qinwen Zheng and More From The US Open With Nick Monroe (opens the original)
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Nick Monroe joins the podcast on-site from The US Open to dive into all the action and drama from Flushing Meadows. Monroe breaks down Carlos Alcaraz's impressive form in his return, and looks at how Ben Shelton can rise to the challenge in their upcoming quarterfinal match. The broadcaster also explains how Frances Tiafoe and Alex Michelsen have elevated their games in NYC, and assesses Alexander Zverev's level as he looks to claim his first US Open title. Monroe also weighs in on the women's d
US Open Reactions With Barstool Hubbs: Alcaraz Is Back, The US Men Are Coming In Waves + Pegula's Quest For a First Major Title (opens the original)
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Barstool Hubbs joins the podcast for some early US Open reactions, where the much anticipated return of Carlos Alcaraz continues to capture the headlines. Hubbs evaluates Alcaraz's play, and looks at if the American men are ready to end the 23-year slam drought. The online personality breaks down Ben Shelton's dynamic game, Taylor Fritz flying under the radar, and whether Tommy Paul or Frances Tiafoe can have their moment in New York. Hubbs also recaps the early results in the women's draw, wher
Steve Flink on Djokovic's R1 US Open Loss, Federer's Hall of Fame Induction and His New Book: "The Immortals of American Tennis" (opens the original)
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Steve Flink joins the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics from the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to the start of The US Open, and his new excellent book about the greatest names in American tennis history. Flink, who was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2017, recaps this year's festivities which saw Roger Federer and Mary Carillo take their place in tennis eternity. He also explains why his new book: "The Immortals of American Tennis," provides an all-encompass
US Open Draw Preview With Zachary Cohen: Can Alcaraz and Sabalenka Repeat? Or Will Gauff, Swiatek, Djokovic and The American Men Have Something To Say? (opens the original)
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Zachary Cohen joins the podcast to preview The 2026 US Open, with a thorough breakdown of both the men's and women's singles draws. The men's draw is highlighted by the return of Carlos Alcaraz, and the guys discuss his tricky path to defending his title at Flushing Meadows. Cohen examines Ben Shelton's rocky road that includes a potential fourth round showdown with Arthur Fils, and looks at whether Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe or another American truly contend for the crown. The VSIN writer eva
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