Andy Zodin's KickServeRadio.com, featuring Mats Wilander and Jonny Levine

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Andy Zodin's KickServeRadio.com, featuring Mats Wilander and Jonny Levine

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Recent Episodes

You think college tennis is a "death sentence" for making it in the pros? Think again, as two former Texas Aggies are on a serious tear at the highest level. Their coach, Steve Denton, joins us!

Also...Sabalenka vs Kygrios ? A modern-day King vs Riggs?? Yep, it's gonna happen, so buckle up!

3个月前

51分钟

Want to hang with the cool kids? They don't come much cooler than RF. Wilson's Juan Diego Cuadrado will tell you how YOU can get on the team.

Also, a couple of Steve Denton's A&M boys (Vacherot and Rinderknecht) shake things up in Shaghai, and the American women are making more noise than ever!

3个月前

50分钟

Wilander makes strong showing in Kona!

Rounding out an amazing WORLD RACQUETS CONFERENCE, Brian Dillman, Andy Zodin and headliner Mats Wilander discussed the concept of "re branding" and how Mats has done so much of that during his Hall of Fame career.

4个月前

1小时2分钟

They are the player of the year and the story of the year in women's tennis. Aryna and Amanda have lifted the women's game in so many ways!

And, Carlitos is now the king, as he and Jannik have a death-grip on men's tennis.

4个月前

48分钟

They play sets to 4, and the matches last about an hour, but it technically counts as a "major" with a cool $mill at stake. Is this the new normal in pro tennis?

Also, Jonny made a pretty sweet run at The Open in '83.Lost 3rd round to Lendl but almost played Nastase. Ok Jonny...do tell!

5个月前

44分钟

Another incredibly touching moment in pro tennis, as de Minaur comforts Davidovich Fokina, after an epic DC final that left the Spaniard in emotional shambles.

And...Venus Williams follows in the footsteps of the great George Foreman, coming out of retirement at 45, to show that some great champions are simply ageless.

6个月前

38分钟

Amanda gave it her all at Wimbledon, and it ended the way it started, with a love and love score line. That aside, she beat #1 to get to the grandest final of 'em all, and that is a beautiful thing.

Also, this "new two" men's rivalry is now officially on fire, with Sinner the winner, and now they've won 7 straight!

6个月前

40分钟

So, what do we make of this guy? Super talented, pretty quirky, and really unpredictable. But maybe, just maybe Bublik is ready to get serious about doing some serious winning!

And...quick, who's the last guy NOT named Alcaraz or Sinner to win a major? Took you a second there, didn't it?

7个月前

51分钟

If this is the new era, the new "it rivalry" in men's tennis, then we are blessed. Carlitos and Jannik put on a show for the ages, and Wilander was front row for the spectacle.

Also...Coco's brand appeal is skyrocketing, as she takes down the great Sabalenka, in a ladies final that wasn't too shabby in its own right

7个月前

40分钟

She's fierce, and she is coming on strong. Peyton Stearns was a 3rd set TB-winning machine on her way to the Italian semis. Good news for the American women on clay!

And..."hey Mats, how do you enjoy being treated like tennis royalty while in Europe?" "Well, it reminds my wife that at one time in my life I wasn't a complete dumba$$!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8个月前

45分钟

It almost feels like it was the stone age, since Mats won his 2nd French back in '85. So much has changed in 40 years, but maybe...just maybe some things have stayed the same.

And..."hey Jonny, if Mats doesn't get tripped up by Chesnokov in the quarters in '89, is it possible, perhaps even PROBABLE that Chang doesn't win that lone major?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9个月前

45分钟

It doesn't happen often, certainly not to Grigor. But yes, he got double-bagel'd in Monte Carlo in 44 minutes. Says Wilander, "trust me, it happens to the best of us!"

And, Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA) CEO Brian Dillman joins the show to talk about the plans going forward for the former USPTA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

9个月前

36分钟

Is Men's tennis losing its footing? Is the sport a little out of balance? Says Wilander, "We've been here before and the game came out stronger. Hopefully these times lead to a similar outcome."

And, "hey Jonny, what's with this Colton Smith?"And of course, Mensik gets more than just a mention! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10个月前

54分钟

A rare sit-down with Andre Agassi

On March 15th, AZ sat down with Andre Agassi at Phoenix Country Club during Jonny's Arizona Tennis Classic (ATP Challenger), for 30 minutes of vintage Andre.Insightful, entertaining, and candid as always. It was a great crowd, and Agassi did not disappoint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10个月前

1分钟

Get ready tennis world, this kid is coming. Says Wilander of Joao Fonseca, "this kid will be top 5 in two years". By the looks of things in Phoenix, it's pretty hard to dispute that call. He's a rock star already...at 18!

Also, are doubles specialists on the ropes? And is Mirra Andreeva on her way to #1? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10个月前

38分钟

Joined by Gentleman Tim Henman for a bit of a knock-around, we really realize that the dude truly is a gent! Witty and sharp as hell, too!

Also, Mats on Mirra and Jonny on the top 10 American men of all time. A couple of curious choices to be sure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11个月前

57分钟

Hey Mats, it's not just tennis players that are going over to pickleball, it's like...the greatest players of all time, INCLUDING YOU! Dude, what is up with all this?

Also, the US Open is making some pretty bold changes to the mixed doubles event, and we happen to think it'll be pretty good for the fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11个月前

35分钟

It's likely to be the story of the year in 2025, and we're only in January. Seeing Madison Keys get that slam is as good as it gets for tennis fans everywhere! Good onya, Maddie!!

Also, winner winner, Jannik Sinner!That's 3 straight hard-court majors, for those scoring at home.Is he on the verge of wrestling the Hugo Boss endorsement away from Berrettini?Our panel of Berrettini experts say "uhhhh, no not yet!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12个月前

44分钟

33 American players in the main singles draws at the Aussie? Those numbers bode well for 2025, but there are definitely plenty of European problems to reckon with...as usual.

Also...does time in the booth possibly give us a "kinder, gentler" version of Nick Kygrios? We're about to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12个月前

40分钟

Joined by Jimmy Arias, the '24 season finale is focused on disappointments, pleasant surprises, and lessons learned from what we saw this past year. The storylines were a-plenty!

Also, "hey Jimmy, what are the Americans to do in '25, to make major singles titles a little more likely?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/12/20

55分钟

It's an All-Star team at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and CEO Dan Faber joins us to talk about some incredibly exciting plans for 2025 and beyond!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/12/4

16分钟

The most "important" player of all time? Here's why that might just be the case.

And...good on ya, Taylor Fritz. Way to go, Coco!American tennis is all the better for your solid end of season performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/11/21

39分钟

Now that Elena Rybakina has teamed up with Goran, Mats answers the question, will this work, AND what about tennis's new "coaching from the stands" allowance? Is this really a good thing for the players?

Also, Jonny talks about several players that quietly exceeded expectations in 2024. Although maybe in some cases not as quietly as others! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/11/8

37分钟

Wilander's comments about today's level of tennis, compared to the era of the big 3 certainly set social media ablaze with "expert opinions"! What do these people not get?? It's called EVOLUTION.

Also, Lighten up, Frances!! Tiafoe goes uncharacteristically ballistic in Shanghai. A blip or a concern? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/10/16

39分钟

It is the cup that seems to have runneth over! The Laver Cup has taken tennis by storm. All those players, plus Borg, Mac, Roger, and the Rocket, it's a veritable tennis museum come to life!

Plus, while we're at it, let's not just gloss over the Davis Cup. The finals will be upon us soon. Rafa's last stand? We shall see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/9/26

36分钟

It wasn't without controversy, but Jannik Sinner got it done...impressively! Will history reflect positively on this victory, or will there be questions? Mats, we'll let you handle that one.

Also, Aryna Sabalenka also handled plenty of adversity in 2024. How big is THIS title for her? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/9/12

38分钟

USTA (immediate past) President Mike McNulty joins us for a look back at memorable US Open moments past, and a forensic look at what an incredible event the US Open has become. A million people will attend in 2024!

Also, Jonny is a happy camper, as the American men have 5 players in the top 20, for the first time in 27 years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/8/21

37分钟

Mats and AZ welcome newly minted Olympics Silver Medalist, Austin Krajicek. Within an eyelash of Gold, and a win over NadAlcaraz along the way. "Doesn't get much better!"

And...Jonny gives some love to his man the Djoker, who's now career Super-Slam is a Golden cherry on top! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/8/8

31分钟

Carlitos is all smiles on the grass, but the Djoker getting to the final on one leg is nothing to laugh at!

Also...Alcaraz teaming with Nadal in Paris?? We're suddenly all-in on Olympics men's doubles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/7/18

38分钟

Has Wimbledon ever been more wide open? Is the #2 seeded, 7-time champion even playing? Tommy Paul is definitely living his best life!

And...an exclusive with Texas Longhorn great, Eliot Spizzirri. You can't help but root for this kid. He is special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2024/6/27

44分钟