He is one of the most exciting players in the game! Andrey Rublev makes his return to Match Point Canada as he joins Mike McIntyre for an interview on site at the National Bank Open in Toronto. The 17-time titlist discusses his coaching partnership with Marat Safin, finding his form later in the season, memories in Canada, and why he still feels very young. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rising young American Learner Tien joins Ben for an interview on Match Point Canada! The 19-year-old is fast approaching the top 50 and reflects on his growth as a player, his run at the NBO in Toronto, facing a hostile crowd against Denis Shapovalov on Center Court, and his playing style. We also wrap by challenging him with some rapid fire questions. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back with our third episode from the National Bank Open! This one is brought to you by Hare Wine Co Hosts Ben and Mike break down all the latest NBO action in Toronto including disappointing early round defeats for Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov, and the reliability of Gabriel Diallo. Mike catches up with top 35 ranked American Brandon Nakashima, who secured his first career win in Toronto. Meanwhile, Genie Bouchard put up a fight in her final match, Leylah exited Montreal early, and Victoria Mboko pushes on. All of that and more on MPC! Use the code MATCHPOINT10 for 10% off your next order at Hare Wine Co :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's the tallest player in the sport today and his game is equally big! American and former NBO finalist Reilly Opelka joins Mike on Match Point Canada for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview as they discuss his return from injury, goals in the sport now that he's healthy again, and his close friendship to Venus Williams. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's our second episode from the grounds at the National Bank Open in Toronto, brought to you by 10XTO! On today's episode, Ben and Mike recap the biggest title of Leylah Fernandez's career as she claimed the trophy at the Citi Open in Washington. Meanwhile, Genie Bouchard delayed her retirement andVictoria Mboko keeps on winning! On the men's side in Toronto, Alexis Galarneau enjoyed a breakthrough performance, plus we look at the players and matches to keep an eye on for Tuesday and beyond. Listen for details on how to enter our latest ticket giveaway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 National Bank Open is officially underway! Hosts Ben and Mike kick off their coverage with a full preview and draw breakdown of the event in Toronto and look at all the storylines at the Omnium Banque Nationale. They discuss the top players in action, who you should make sure to watch, which Canadians are in the mix, the retirements of Vasek Pospisil and Genie Bouchard, plus offer up their semifinals predictions. Tune in and listen for details on how to win a pair of tickets to NBO Toronto on August 1st :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The National Bank Open is upon us! Mike sits down with Tournament Director of the OBN Montreal event, Valerie Tetreault, to discuss the challenges of her role, upcoming 12 day event, which Canadians to keep an eye on and much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of Match Point Canada, Ben is joined by Tennis Channel host Steve Weissman to break down a thrilling 2025 Wimbledon Championships! We dive into: Jannik Sinner's impressive win over Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s final, and the rise of their new rivalry and what it means for tennis. Iga Swiatek's historic sixth Grand Slam title and grass court breakthrough, plus surprising runs from veterans, a big result from Taylor Fritz, and which Canadians impressed the most Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canadian Victoria Mboko is back on Match Point Canada! The rising young talent discusses her breakout 2025 season and recent success at both the French Open and Wimbledon. Mboko explains how she waited around to earn a Lucky Loser spot at the All England Club and go on to win her first ever main draw match at the major, and her experiences competing against the top players in the world. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're halfway through the action at the All England Club! This week, host James Rogers of The Body Serve podcast joins Match Point Canada to discuss his experiences at Wimbledon. Hosts Ben and Mike break down men's and women's action in the field and who they're backing to hoist the title come Sunday. They also discuss the success stories and struggles of the Canadians. All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The third major of the season is upon us! Our 2025 Wimbledon Championships officially get underway on Monday. Hosts Ben and Mike give a full preview of both the men's and women's draws, breakdown the Canadian field, discuss some first round popcorn matches, and finish by offering their predictions! All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liam Draxl of Newmarket, Ontario makes his return to Match Point Canada this week. The 23 year-old is now the fourth highest ranked Canadian man, breaking inside the top 150. He speaks with Ben about experiences competing in Grand Slam qualifying at Wimbledon, gaining more experience on the circuit, making the jump from Challenger to ATP Tour level events, financial challenges, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The surface change from clay courts to grass is officially underway! Tennis content creator and host of the Tuned Into Tennis podcast, Myles David joins Ben Lewis this week to breakdown and cover some of the top storylines and players during the grass court swing! Meanwhile, Canadian Gabriel Diallo secures his first career ATP singles title and is inside the top 50, while three American men are now inside the top 10. We cover all of that and more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 French Open is in the books! Journalist and author Ben Rothenberg joins host Ben Lewis to recap the extraordinary title from Carlos Alcaraz as he overcame Jannik Sinner in one of the greatest Grand Slam finals of all time! They breakdown the ebbs and flows of the final and where it ranks. Meanwhile, they discuss a second career major title from Coco Gauff, why defence is a winning formula, and Aryna Sabalenka's disappointing press conference. All of that and more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're over halfway through the second Grand Slam on the tennis calendar! Hosts Ben and Mike recap the opening week at Roland Garros and discuss their top moments and matches and favourites going into the final days of the tournament. They also break down the Canadian performances, including a big time run from Victoria Mboko. This episode brought to you by 10XTO and Hare Wine Co.! Use code: MATCHPOINTCANADA10 for 10% off your wine order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025 Roland Garros is upon us! Commentator Nick Lester joins Ben to breakdown the Carlos Alcaraz/Jannik Sinner rivalry and his thoughts ahead of the French Open. Ben and Mike dissect both the men's and women's draws, highlighting popcorn matches, darkhorses, and the path ahead for all of the Canadians! This episode is brought to you by Hare Winery :) Visit their website and use the code: MATCHPOINT for 10% off your next order! Commentator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, we're happy to welcome New York Times best-selling author Christopher Clarey back to the show! Clarey has just released his latest book entitled 'The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and his Kingdom of Clay' and Mike speaks in depth with him on the novel and story arc. Meanwhile, Rome Open action continues! Ben and Mike break down a strong string of wins from Bianca Andreescu and Victoria Mboko, the struggles of Iga Swiatek, why Jannik Sinner could be a contender at the French Open, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Casper Ruud captured his first career Masters 1000 title in Madrid, overcoming Jack Draper in the finals! Ben welcomes Vansh Vermani of the TennisOne app to break down Ruud's big title, Draper's recent surge in form, other top players on clay, and what to expect from Jannik Sinner in Rome. Find us on YouTube and subscribe to our channel :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

She's a US Open champion, WTA Finals winner, and reached the world No. 1 in the rankings in doubles! Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss her rise to the top of the game, playing with a target on her back, her admiration of partner Gaby Dabrowski, who was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, and goals for the season and beyond. Hosts Ben and Mike share big podcast news as they move independent for 2025 and ask for your support. We also break down all of the Madrid Open action on the ATP and WTA side. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Francoise Abanda is set to make a comeback! After years away from the tour, the former world No. 117 is now preparing to return to the WTA circuit. The Montreal native talks with Mike about her time off, decision to get back in action, best tennis memories, and what she still hopes to achieve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices