Roland-Garros Roundtable with Chris Bowers, Joel Drucker and Blair Henley
In a special roundtable edition, Chris Bowers, Blair Henley, and Joel Drucker relive the magic that was 2025 Roland-Garros. The panel dissects the "match for the ages" between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, highlighting its clash of styles and inherent drama. The trio discuss what Joel views as three key elements for a "magical" match: a high-stakes occasion, two top contenders, and incredible drama and quality tennis. The match fit the bill: a clash of styles, personalities and history on the line kept fans riveted.The discussion also touches upon Coco Gauff's significant win in the women's final, with Blair and Joel praising her mental fortitude and "elite level digging" in challenging conditions. The episode explores the legacy of these matches, the evolving dynamics of the men's and women's tours, and comparing tennis to exquisite cuisine. It all adds up to optimism and excitement for the future of tennis, thanks to these new rivalries.The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame. For more information and full episode transcriptions, visit tennisfame.com/podcast
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Stan Smith on the rise of Björn Borg | TennisWorthy Moments
Stan Smith saw it coming. The world saw it coming. But no one knew it would happen that fast. In what felt like an instant, a 17 year old Björn Borg went from a promising young star to a dominating force in the sport. By 1974, the future of tennis had arrived.This episode is part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame's TennisWorthy short-form series. View more TennisWorthy stories at tennisfame.com/tennisworthy.
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Justine Henin on Living Dreams | TennisWorthy Moments
Hall of Famer Justine Henin knew from a young age that her dream was to become a champion, in particular at Roland-Garros. She went on to win the tournament four times as part of a decorated career, making sacrifices and staying true to her dream all the while.This episode is part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame's TennisWorthy short-form series. View more TennisWorthy stories at tennisfame.com/tennisworthy.
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Celebrating Mary Pierce's Roland-Garros Title, 25 Years On
In the 25th anniversary year of her milestone Roland-Garros singles title, the TennisWorthy Podcast revisits one of its original episodes with Hall of Famer Mary Pierce.Mary discusses her remarkable career and personal journey with Chris Bowers. Pierce reflects on her early start in tennis, turning pro at 14, and attributes her success to perseverance and hard work. A significant turning point in her life and career came in 2000, leading to her Roland Garros singles and doubles victories that year despite a shoulder injury. Pierce emphasizes the importance of unconditional love and support for young athletes, advising parents to treat their children the same regardless of their performance. She also shares her pride for her 2019 induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.This episode originally aired in 2023. The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame. For more information and full episode transcriptions, visit tennisfame.com/podcast.
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Rick Draney on Finding a Renewed Sense of Purpose through Tennis
Chris Bowers sits down for an inspiring interview with Rick Draney, a remarkable individual inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023 as a wheelchair tennis champion and pioneer. Draney shares his powerful journey, which began with a car crash at 19 that left him in a wheelchair. He candidly discusses the struggles of adapting to a new life and how discovering wheelchair tennis became a pivotal turning point in his rehabilitation. Despite initial doubts and challenges with mobility and gripping the racket, Draney's determination led him to innovate his own taping method, which significantly improved his game and established a method for future generations of quad players.This conversation goes beyond tennis, highlighting how sports can empower individuals to overcome adversity and become their best selves. Draney emphasizes that it's not about what happens to you, but how you choose to deal with it. His story is a testament to perseverance, the importance of support systems, and the vast opportunities available in adaptive sports today. Discover how a willingness to try can lead to incredible achievements and a renewed sense of purpose.The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame. For more information and full episode transcriptions, visit tennisfame.com/podcast.
What makes a Hall of Famer? What is that unique something that led to their historic success? Was it innate? Or did they need to cultivate a winning mindset?TennisWorthy, a podcast presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame and hosted by Patrick McEnroe, seeks to answer these questions and uncover what it takes to become the greatest of champions. These wide-reaching conversations go beyond on-court results, and reveal the mindset of the sport’s legends. Hear from Hall of Famers and legends of the sport on what it takes to set yourself apart.
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