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The summer swing is heating up—literally. Anastasia recaps the finals of the Cincinnati Open, where Iga Swiatek battled Jasmine Paolini for the women’s title and Jannik Sinner faced off against Carlos Alcaraz in yet another chapter of their growing rivalry.
But this episode isn’t just about the scorelines. Anastasia dives into the best and worst moments from a week that had it all:
From thrilling tennis to off-court quirks, this is your full Cincinnati Open wrap-up before the road heads to New York and the US Open.
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This week on Ground Pass, Anastasia and Nick are back with a full-length episode packed with tennis storylines from the Canadian Open and a preview of what’s ahead in Cincinnati. We break down Naomi Osaka’s new coaching setup, Amanda Anisimova’s bounce-back, and why Victoria Mboko’s win over Coco Gauff was absolute cinema. Plus, a big rant on why Alexei Popyrin’s 2024 Canada title deserves more respect, doubles teams you should be watching, and a lot of dispatch updates ahead of our on-site coverage at the Cincinnati Open. Also, the US Open has… a dating show?? We’ve got thoughts.
Don’t forget to follow us on Substack for our Ground Pass On Site series from Cincinnati, and hit up our new YouTube Memberships to fuel Anastasia’s coffee habit.
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome Back to Ground Pass
03:40 Canadian Open - the two city tournament
13:54 The Tennis In Canada - WTA
30:57 The Tennis in Canada - ATP
43:10 Cincinnati Open Preview
53:00 YouTube Memberships and Community Engagement
56:22 The US Open Dating Show Discussion
01:04:54 Player of the Fortnight: Victoria Mboko
01:06:51 Player of the Fortnight: Alexei Popyrin
01:11:49 Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes
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Washington Post sports writer Ava Wallace joins Anastasia from Ground Pass to unpack the 2025 Citi Open. From Venus Williams’ joyful return to the pro tennis tour, to Leylah Fernandez’s run to the final, to a finals lineup nobody predicted — this is a full, unfiltered recap of one of the most vibrant tournaments on the U.S. summer swing.
Topics include:
– Venus’ comeback and her impact on the sport
– The challenge of playing at home for Hailey Baptiste & Frances Tiafoe
– Why the Citi Open crowds are the best in tennis
– A closer look at Kalinskaya, De Minaur, and Corentin Moutet
– The burnout problem with the tour schedule
– What makes DC such a special stop on the tennis calendar
Plus: a quick look ahead to the Canadian Masters and the road to the US Open.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:00 The Citi Open - The Heat , Humidity and Fans
04:51 Venus Williams: The Joy of Playing Tennis Again
19:08 The Tennis and The Players at the Citi Open
30:23 Whats Next on Tour
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In this solo mini pod, Nick recaps the week in tennis while Anastasia is on-site at the Citi Open. We break down the winners across ATP and WTA clay events, including Shapovalov’s hard-court return in Los Cabos. Plus, we dive into important injury news from Ons Jabeur and Zheng Qinwen, and look ahead to what’s shaping up to be an electric week in Washington DC. Expect doubles drama, wild card legends, and a stacked women’s field.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Weekly Tennis Update: Highlights and Events
02:54 ATP Updates
06:13 WTA Updates
08:31 Injury Updates and Player Withdrawals
11:41 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Tournaments
15:31 Excitement at the Washington Open
21:20 Final Thoughts and Future Prospects
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We’re back with our full Wimbledon 2025 recap! Iga Swiatek drops a double bagel in the women’s final, Jannik Sinner wins his first Slam—and the new era of tennis is officially here. We unpack both finals, the best and worst moments from the tournament, and why this felt like a true generational handoff. Plus, we take you inside the Newport Open, talk about Bill Ackman’s infamous doubles wildcard, and preview the absolutely stacked Citi Open. Our Players of the Fortnight: Caty McNally and Eliot Spizzirri. Let’s go.
🎥 More from this episode:
➤ Meet the Player: Caty McNally - https://youtu.be/hzzLNzENGcY?si=ZQMI9b6e2Sn9yaLh
➤ Meet the Player: Chris Eubanks -
➤ Citi Open Tournament Guide - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/tournament-guides/citi-open
➤ Cinnicinati Open documentary trailer - https://www.groundpasspodcast.com/tournament-guides/citi-open
00:00 Wimbledon Tournament Overview - Intro
01:25 Men's and Women's Finals Analysis
18:46 Emergence of a New Era in Tennis
22:09 Best and Worst Moments of Wimbledon
35:14 Looking Ahead: Newport Open and US Summer Swing
36:51 Meet the Players: Insights from Chris Eubanks
44:01 Controversy at the Hall of Fame Open
49:33 Upcoming Tournaments: Citi Open and Beyond
52:32 Wimbledon Doubles Highlights
56:24 Cincinnati Open: A New Era
58:19 Whats coming up this week
01:01:47 Player of the Fortnight: Rising Stars in Tennis
01:07:41 Outro
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We’re down to the final four—now two! Anastasia and Nick recap the Wimbledon 2025 semifinals and preview a finals weekend filled with storyline-rich matchups: Amanda Anisimova’s comeback arc continues after her stunner against Aryna Sabalenka, while Iga Swiatek dismantles Belinda Bencic with the kind of form that wins majors.
On the men’s side, Carlos Alcaraz squeezes past Taylor Fritz, and Jannik Sinner breezes past an injured Novak Djokovic in a match that felt like watching Novak 2.0 take over the baton. We also break down a wild doubles semifinal (shoutout to Hijikata & Pèll!), toast to Arthur Ashe’s legacy, and explain why heading to smaller tourneys like Newport is still a tennis fan’s best move.
This one’s packed. Let’s get into it.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
02:38 Semifinals recap
37:32 Newport Tournament Insights
42:53 Final's Preview
47:35 The Rise of American Women's Tennis
50:08 Outro
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Wimbledon Round 4 delivered high drama—and heartbreak. In this episode, Anastasia and Nick unpack a brutal day of tennis headlined by Grigor Dimitrov’s devastating injury while leading Jannik Sinner. They also dive into standout performances from Mirra Andreeva, Iga Swiatek, and Ben Shelton, the rise of Flavio Cobolli, and the unexpected power of listening to matches on the radio. Plus, a quick dispatch from the Hall of Fame Open in Newport and the latest on electronic line calling drama. Sports is cruel—but we’re still watching.
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00:00 Intro
01:42 Round 4 wrap up
28:13 Looking ahead to the quaterfinals
33:53 Outro
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NOTE: Said Aryna was the only player left in the top 11 but meant in her section of the draw not the whole tournament. She is the only player left in the top ten in the top half of the draw.
The seeds keep falling, the storylines keep building, and Ground Pass is here to break it all down. Anastasia is joined by tennis broadcaster Mitch Michals to unpack Round 3 of Wimbledon 2025—including the end of Barbora Krejcikova’s title defense, Emma Raducanu’s battle with Aryna Sabalenka, and the rising tide of British players led by Sonay Kartal and Cam Norrie.
We talk about Hailey Baptiste’s breakout summer, Naomi Osaka’s emotional post-match, and the real reasons why grass court season leads to all this unpredictability. Plus: Iga’s statement victory, and why the Lost Boys generation may never catch up.
Catch up before the round of 16 kicks off.
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Here’s to all the seeds we lost in Round 2. Wimbledon 2025 is fully in its unpredictable era, and Ground Pass is here for every twist.
In this episode, Anastasia recaps the standout moments from Day 3 and Round 2—including big breakthroughs, major exits, and a little tennis history in the making.
Highlights include:
Round 2 had drama, surprise, and legacy moments—and we break it all down in classic Ground Pass style.
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The grass is not greener for the seeds this year.
In this episode of Ground Pass, Anastasia is joined by special guest Ian Modul of 40 Love Tennis to break down a first round full of upsets, breakthroughs, and style moments at Wimbledon 2025. With Nick on-site in London, he shares his take via voice note at the end of the show—but in the meantime, Anastasia and Ian cover all the early drama from SW19.
We get into:
Plus: what to expect as the second round unfolds and which storylines are worth tracking.
🎧 Whether you’re catching up over strawberries and bagels or watching from the Queue, this recap has everything you need from Round 1.
And don’t miss Nick’s live-from-Wimbledon dispatch at the end of the episode!
00:00 Intro
01:54 Upsets and Surprises in Round One
28:57 The Wimbledon Curfew
37:34 Upsets continue into Day 2
46:52 Fashion at Wimbledon: A Stylish Review
55:25 Mboko - the Lucky Loser!
01:11:34 Looking Ahead to Round Two Matches
01:20:50 Outro
01:22:41 Nick's Voice Note from Wimbledon
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We’re previewing Wimbledon 2025! Anastasia and Nick break down the draws, highlight the must-watch first-round matchups (yes, we see you Kenin vs. Townsend), and debate which qualifiers could shake things up. We talk seedings, surface matchups, sneaky threats in both draws, and the matches we’re most hyped to see. Plus: how to watch Wimbledon in your country, the return of Ground Pass screenings in Brooklyn, and a nod to the best doubles matchup of the tournament.
Whether you’re new to tennis or a longtime fan, this episode sets the tone for a spectacular Wimbledon.
🎾 Featuring:
– Maya Joint vs. Alex Eala
– Draper’s brutal draw
– Sabalenka vs. Branstine
– Jarry, Jovic, and Tarvet watch
– The case for qualifying week
– Wimbledon traditions we love (and wish more tournaments adopted)
– And why Taylor Fritz might just be your dark horse pick
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
03:33 The Wimbledon Draw
06:50 The Importance of Seedings
08:34 Draws are random
11:58 First Round Matches to Watch
14:12 Exciting Women's Draw Matchups
22:11 Anticipating Men's First Round Matches
27:39 Wimbledon Traditions and Scheduling
30:27 Roehampton and Qualifiers to watch
35:40 Highlighting Standout Qualifiers
43:33 Slight Interlude
44:34 The Winners the Week before Wimbledon
49:48 Men's Grass Court Tournaments
57:28 What to expect from Ground Pass during Wimbledon
58:54 The Hill Experience in New York
01:03:06 How to Watch Wimbledon Around the World
01:07:02 Outro
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Grass season doesn’t wait for anyone. Anastasia and Nick break down the biggest results from the past two weeks — including titles for Marketa Vondrousova, Alexander Bublik, and Carlos Alcaraz — and why the transition from clay to grass is one of the most unpredictable stretches on tour. They also dive into Wimbledon qualifying, the rise of McCartney Kessler, and the soon-to-be-iconic US Open Mixed Doubles Championship entry list (yes, Alcaraz & Raducanu). Plus: a special interview with Citi Open chairman Mark Ein on what makes DC one of the best tournaments of the summer.
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00:00 Introduction
04:39 Grass Court Season and the complications it brings
12:20 Results and Stories from this week
34:15 Other News: US Open Mixed Doubles Entry List
52:07 Petra Kvitova announces retirement
54:40 Jannik Sinner releases a song with Andrea Bocelli
56:54 Interview with Mark Ein chairman of Mubadala Citi DC Open
01:29:20 What's coming up Next
01:35:44 Players of the Fortnight
01:40:59 Outro
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It’s been a chill week post-Roland Garros, and we’re taking it easy with a mini Ground Pass catch-up. We talk:
– The return of women’s tennis to Queen’s Club for the first time in 50 years
– Emma Raducanu, Qinwen Zheng, and McCartney Kessler making moves
– Tatjana Maria’s wild run from qualies to champion
– Coco Gauff’s NYC media tour and Sloane Stephens’ iconic RG looks
– Taylor Fritz continues his domination over Zverev
– Updates from Ilkley and Berlin, plus a voice memo from Kvittycat
Short and sweet, just like a warm-up before Wimbledon.
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00:00 - Intro
01:08 - The WTA at Queens
10:56 - Voice Memo from @Kvittycat35 on Queens
17:58 - Taylor Fritz's is Zverev's Daddy
21:38 - Coco Gauff in New York
23:54 - Sloane Stephens slayed at RG
26:51 - Andy Roddick on Tennis athletes
29:24 - Ilkley and Nick's voice memo
35:02 - Whats coming up this week in tennis
37:20 - Outro
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We’re still processing.
In our Roland Garros 2025 finale recap, Anastasia and Nick reflect on an unforgettable weekend of tennis. From Carlos Alcaraz’s 5-set thriller against Jannik Sinner to Coco Gauff’s second Slam title, we talk through every twist, stat, and sprint to a bar screen.
💥 Was Sinner vs Alcaraz the greatest match ever?
💬 Did Aryna Sabalenka’s post-match comments go too far?
🎥 Why TNT’s U.S. debut in Grand Slam coverage actually worked
👀 Players of the Fortnight: Lois Boisson and Colton Smith
🎾 Plus: Explaining unforced errors, 10-point tiebreaks, and why this sport is best shared
This one’s long—because the match was long—and because it deserved it.
Links:
Unforced Error Article -
Grass season breakdown with BSG - https://youtu.be/urLhepOzz2M?si=26w7a_iyR21yrGU6
ATP College program - https://www.atptour.com/en/news/college-next-gen-accelarator-2025
Chapters
00:00 Post-Match Emotions Intro
02:12 The Men's Championship Breakdown
31:06 The Women's Championship Breakdown
49:34 Unforced Errors: A Deeper Look
54:27 Tournament Reflections - TNT won
01:08:41 Grass Season: Looking Ahead
01:09:22 Players of the Fortnight
01:14:54 Outro
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As Roland Garros wraps up, Anastasia calls in Lucy and Eugene from Black Spin Global for a bonus episode full of tips, tea, and truths about the grass court season. From what to expect at Queen’s Club (hint: posh vibes and pricey drinks) to why Eastbourne might actually be a hidden gem, this episode is a must-listen if you’re thinking of attending any UK tournaments this summer. Plus, they break down the Roland Garros quarterfinals—including the drama around Musetti and the fairytale run of Lois Boisson.
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Round 4 at Roland Garros 2025 gave us everything: a fairytale wild card run, a clay-court classic, and a few surprise quarterfinalists.
Anastasia and Nick dive into Lois Boisson’s stunning upset of Jessica Pegula and why she’s now the name on everyone’s lips in Paris. We break down Mirra Andreeva’s win over her friend Daria Kasatkina, Iga Świątek’s revealing press conference after surviving Elena Rybakina, and what Sasha Bublik’s tears tell us about his growth as a player.
Also in this episode:
– Why Tiafoe’s in US Open mode
– Musetti vs. Shelton and what’s next
– A preview of the quarterfinals we’re most excited about
– Grass season is officially here!
We’ll be back after the quarters with more — and tips for anyone headed to Queen’s Club.
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Ground Pass Live Episode - https://youtu.be/_SdyUaXwF-E?si=uUOjohPiU-XAiwX3
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Ground Pass went live in Brooklyn for a special crossover event with The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast and Caitlin Thompson of Racquet magazine to break down Week 1 of Roland Garros 2025.
From early upsets to the rise of American players, and whether there’s just too much tennis, we covered it all—with a crowd, coffee, and some hot takes.
🎾 Topics include:
– The biggest surprises so far at RG
– TNT’s new coverage and what it means for casual fans
– A live audience Q&A
– And a few strong opinions from three people who really love this sport
Recorded live at McCarren Park Clubhouse in Brooklyn, NY.
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Round 3 brought us drama, injuries, breakthroughs—and short shorts. Anastasia and Nick dive into the biggest stories from Roland Garros, including Arthur Fils’ heartbreaking withdrawal, Jack Draper’s top-5 energy, and Hailey Baptiste and Ethan Quinn continuing their rise. Plus: the Iga-Rybakina clash looms, Musetti vs Rune promises vibes and tension, and we gear up for grass season (yes, already). Also: a preview of Ground Pass’s first live podcast event with The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast.
🎾 Matches discussed:
– Svitolina vs Pera
– Alcaraz vs Dzumhur
– Draper vs Fonseca
– Sabalenka vs Anisimova preview
– Swiatek vs Rybakina preview
– Musetti vs Rune
– Keys vs Baptiste
– Andreeva vs Kasatkina
👀 Plus: Who to watch in doubles, why American tennis is on the rise, and what’s next on the Ground Pass calendar.
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Our favorite tradition is back — the Ground Pass Grand Slam Fashion Roundup — and Roland Garros is serving looks. Anastasia is joined by special guest Kaya (@kayacourtside), the tennis style expert taking over TikTok and Instagram, to break down all the kits from Round 2.
We get into:
🎾 Which brands nailed it (Wilson, we see you)
👟 Custom kicks and collabs we want more of
🧢 Why Nike’s men’s kits had us yelling “Hamburglar”
🔥 The rise of tennis as a lifestyle and fashion sport
🚨 Plus, the best on-court storylines heading into Round 3
If you care about tennis and a well-placed pleat, this episode is for you.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Fashion in Tennis
02:38 The Intersection of Tennis and Fashion
03:42 Nike's Women's Collection Review
08:20 Nike's Men's Collection Review
10:43 Adidas: A Safe Choice
12:22 New Balance's Standout Performance
15:33 Wilson's Winning Designs
18:10 Yonex
18:56 Asics
21:48 Lululemon's Entry into Tennis Fashion
24:53 On's Gradient Kits: A Love or Hate?
28:03 Analyzing Lacoste's Cohesive Collection
30:53 Emerging Brands and Unique Styles
37:26 Luxury Fashion and Tennis
40:35 The problem with Fashion in Tennis
42:30 Winners and Losers in Tennis Fashion
48:26 Quick Round 2 Round Up
51:10 Current Trends and Upcoming Matches
54:32 Outro
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