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The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

The Inside-In Tennis Podcast

By: Mitch Michals Bleav
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 Host Mitch Michals takes you inside the world of professional tennis with the past, present, and future of the sport. This podcast features broadcasters, players, and many others who eat, sleep & breathe tennis. Stay in the loop and in the know with The Inside-In PodcastBleav Tennis
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  • Chris Fowler on Calling Classic Tennis Matches, His Journey As A Broadcaster and Thoughts On Wimbledon 2025

    Chris Fowler on Calling Classic Tennis Matches, His Journey As A Broadcaster and Thoughts On Wimbledon 2025
    Jun 27 2025
    What a treat on the podcast today, as ESPN's leading tennis broadcaster Chris Fowler joins the show to discuss his passion for the game, and his admiration for the athletes that compete on the highest level. Fowler explains his love connection with the sport, and how he jumped at the chance to be a part of his network's tennis coverage, learning along the way from some of the best and brightest broadcast partners in the history of the game. The commentator also explains what it was like from his vantage point to call the rise of the "Big 3" era, and what he sees in Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner that give him faith in the next great tennis rivalry. Fowler also goes in depth about the top storylines and subplots heading into Wimbledon 2025, and analyzes whether Novak Djokovic or any other man can challenge Sinner and Alcaraz. He also goes in depth about a wide open women's field in London, and reflects on some of his favorite matches that he has called in the broadcast booth. It's a powerful chat with a pro's pro in Chris Fowler, who has established himself as a premier voice in both college football and tennis. Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    43 mins
  • Sportscaster Adnan Virk on The Big 3, The Sinner/Alcaraz Era, and Why Tennis Has His Heart

    Sportscaster Adnan Virk on The Big 3, The Sinner/Alcaraz Era, and Why Tennis Has His Heart
    Jun 23 2025
    Sportscaster Adnan Virk is the guest on this episode of the podcast, and the Canadian has a lot to say about the past, present and future of tennis. Virk laments on the loss of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, and contemplates Novak Djokovic's motivation as he pursues a 25th major title. The MLB Network and Amazon Prime NHL host also explains why Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have brought life to the sport, and discusses the pros and cons of comparing eras in any sport. Virk also dives into the root of his love for the sport, and why tennis so popular among fellow athletes as well. The broadcaster also discusses some players that might be able to break through on the ATP & WTA, and chats about his other notable passion: the film industry! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    38 mins
  • Grass Court Action With Jan-Michael Gambill - Fritz, Maria, Diallo and Mertens Claim Trophies

    Grass Court Action With Jan-Michael Gambill - Fritz, Maria, Diallo and Mertens Claim Trophies
    Jun 17 2025
    Former Top 15 player and current tennis broadcaster Jan-Michael Gambill joins the podcast to discuss the beginning of grass season, which featured several exciting matches and storylines in its opening week. Gambill recaps Taylor Fritz's title in Stuttgart, and explains why he holds such a commanding edge over Alexander Zverev, who he defeated in the final. The commentator also breaks down the incredible run by 37-year-old Tatjana Maria to win Queen's Club, and explains why her slice-heavy style causes problems to the game's top players. And Gambill analyzes how Gabriel Diallo was able to win his first trophy in s-Hertogenbosch, and what enabled eventual champ Elise Mertens to save 11(!) match points in her semifinal encounter. Gambill then looks ahead to some big grass court events this week, and explains what Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are looking for during their Wimbledon preparations. The Tennis Channel broadcaster also dives into Naomi Osaka's grass court game, the expectation on Jack Draper, and which women's players off the radar have a shot to go deep at the All England Club. And don't miss his thoughts on the US Open Mixed Doubles event in 2025, which just announced some teams that include the biggest stars in the sport! Hosted by Mitch Michals.
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    47 mins
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