DOAPTC 28 Nov 02, 2024

Belgian Coach Phillipe Dehaes joins us on the latest edition of DOAPTC. Phillipe has coached many big names, including Xavier Malisse on the ATP side and Elise Mertens, Daria Kasatkina, and now Greet Minnen on the WTA side. He's been involved in the coaching game for 30 years and brings his great experience to the podcast.

It's an informative listen - so please enjoy!

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DOAPTC 27 Oct 22, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC - the great Vlad Platinik joins Mark and Candy to talk tennis and specifically, coaching. He's the current coach of Wimbledon breakout star, Lulu Sun - and has worked with the likes of recent Ningbo Champion Daria Kasatkina, and a whole host of WTA greats. Find out why he got into coaching - how the coaches and players need representation and his thoughts of improving the game as a whole. It's a great chat for anyone who loves tennis! Enjoy!

Thanks to DOAPTC's sponsor, the ERT 300 - you can get your discount at ERT300.com. To find out more about this handy little tension tool, you can watch Episode 25 of the podcast when Mark speaks to stringing specialist Richard Parnell.

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DOAPTC 26 Oct 14, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, Mark Gellard speaks to one of the best in the stringing business, Richard Parnell - the man behind the world-famous 'knot,' to find out all the inside knowledge on strings, stringing and which players use which tension and why. It's a great listen.

Richard and Mark also discuss the ERT 300 - a handy dynamic tension tool, which kindly sponsors the podcast.

You can also watch the podcast on the YouTube channel - please Like, Subscribe and give us your feedback - we'd love to hear from you!

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DOAPTC 25 Oct 07, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, Dan Kiernan, the coach of Gaby Debrowski and Erin Routliffe (who have now qualified for the WTA Season-ending doubles tournament in Riyadh), joins us to talk about a whole host of issues, including the recent China Open; Doubles prowess; Iga Swiatek's love of 'Dingles' and the incredible level of the Tour, starting with Sinner and Alcaraz (what a final that was!!)

It's a great listen and you can hear more from Dan on his podcast 'Control the Controllables' whose guests include Sir Andy Murray!

And don't forget to check out the ERT300 - a handy little Dynamic Tension Tool. You can get 10% off with the code Tennispodcast on the official website ert300.com

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DOAPTC 24 Sep 28, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, Mark and Candy are joined by professional WTA player Magda Linette. Mark & Magda join us from the Thailand Open in Hua-Hin and discuss the upcoming Asian swing, the current state of tennis and how Mark and Magda initially entered the tennis world!

Enjoy, and our thanks to sponsor ERT300.com. For 10% off, head to their website and put in code tennispodcast.

Apologies for the sound issues....We will get it right soon!

Also, our thanks to Shawn Kitchin for the 'new look' podcast.

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DOAPTC 23 Sep 09, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, Mark and Candy chat US Open at the business end of the fourth and final major of the year. Mark is in the Cayman Islands Scuba Diving, whilst Candy is hard at work (!?) commentating on the tournament for the World Feed. As Mark goes underwater (literally!), Candy speaks to a top chef who has worked with many of the world's top tennis players. Find out what professional tennis players eat, why and when.

Enjoy, and our thanks to sponsor ERT300.com. For 10% off, head to their website and put in code tennispodcast.

Chef Leonardo Cannavale's Instagram handle is @gordonlenni_chef

Also, our thanks to Shawn Kitchin for the 'new look' podcast.

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DOAPTC22 Aug 30, 2024

On the latest edition of DOAPTC, Mark and Candy discuss all things Major as the US Open is upon us. What does Mark think of the Jannik Sinner doping scandal - you might be surprised - and who does he think will win the singles titles? This and an awful lot more of fun tennis discussion!

We've got a new look - please check it out on the YouTube channel DOAPTC. Thanks to our sponsor the ERT300.com

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DOAPTC 21 Aug 21, 2024

Taylor Townsend's coach, John Williams, joins us on this week's pod - which comes right before the US Open. Townsend is into the top 50 and has just reached a WTA 1000-level Quarter-final for the first time. John tells us all about the improvements made; how motherhood has helped Taylor understand her body better; and disagrees with Mark about on-court coaching - oh, and they also discuss why there's very little collaboration between coaches on Tour - is it because everyone is trying to hide something...or nothing?

Enjoy and thanks to our sponsor the ERT300. This handy dynamic tension tool is a must-have for every level of tennis player, and you can get a special 10% discount at the website ert300.com by plugging in the code 'tennispodcast.'

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DOAPTC 20 Aug 06, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, it's a blockbuster line up. First one of Serbia's leading journalists, Vuk Brajovic, joins us to talk all things Novak, as the Serb completes the Singles Golden Slam with an incredible final victory at the Olympics. The coaches of Felix Auger Aliassime and Lorenzo Musetti chip in with their feelings on the Olympics and Bronze medals, and Wimbledon Head Tennis Stringer Paul Skipp gives us the low-down on Dynamic Tension.

Plus, Mark is in Toronto - as the road to the US Open continues and there's a tactical listener question! It's a cracker!

Thanks to our sponsor ERT300.com - a handy Dynamic Tension Tool - which should be in the bag of every tennis player, regardless of standard and don't forget to use code 'tennis podcast' to receive 10% off!

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DOAPTC 19 Jul 28, 2024

Great news on DOAPTC this week as Team Linette has picked up a WTA Title. Mark Gellard tells Candy Reid all about their amazing week in Prague, which followed the Magda Linette Foundation weekend - also a huge success. Magda, Mark and Iain Hughes then made their way to Paris for the Olympics in luxurious style, but not quite in time for the Olympic Ceremony. Private jet, anyone?

Tournament Director Supremo Peter Johnston is also on this week's pod, detailing the trials and tribulations of the job in humorous fashion! It's a cracking listen, so please enjoy!

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A Quickie with Jean Fils Jul 23, 2024

A quick chat with Jean Fils, after 20yo Arthur won the biggest title of his life at the ATP Hamburg 500. Arthur is now ranked inside the world's top 20 for the first time and according to Papa, there is a lot more to come!

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DOAPTC17 Jul 19, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, the Strength and Conditioning Coach of Arthur Fils, Lapo Becherini, joins us to talk all things physical. Lapo has worked with some incredible football teams and many top tennis players, including Holger Rune - but his attention now is on the talented and explosive Frenchman, Fils, who at the time of recording has reached the semi-finals of the Hamburg ATP 500 and is enjoying a career-high ranking.

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DOAPTC16 Jul 13, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, the coach of Romanian tennis player Irina Camelia Begu, Victor Crivoi, joins us to chat about life on Tour; what's going on in Romanian Tennis; and how tennis players often don't try to prove their coach's 'right,' like Emma Navarro! Find out what the team is going on about in this short/ish pod!

The Pod is also on YouTube, where you can like and subscribe, and we'd like to thank our sponsor ERT300.com - a handy dynamic tension tool, which tells you when to get your racquet strung! It's used on the WTA and ATP Tour and it should be in every tennis players' bag!

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DOAPTC15 Jul 03, 2024

1987 Wimbledon Champion Pat Cash joins Mark Gellard and Candy Reid to chat all things grass. Pat also gives his opinion on on-court coaching; life on tour as a coach, and what the WTA Tour could do better.

Enjoy!

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DOAPTC14 Jun 22, 2024

On the latest edition of DOAPTC, former ATP player and current WTA Coach Michael Joyce joins Mark Gellard and Candy Reid to talk about coaching on tour; how to play well on grass; and good advice he heard from one of the most successful NBA coach's of all time, Phil Jackson.

Michael recounts some funny stories from his successful tenure as coach of Major Champ and World Number 1 Maria Sharapova and also his time with US Star Jessica Pegula; and gives us his opinion on his latest player Ashlyn Krueger. Plus, Lars has a listener question on how to cope with the anxious moments in tennis.

It's a blockbuster episode - enjoy!

And don't forget, if you'd like to be a partner with us on DOAPTC, we'd love to chat! We have an exciting new sponsorship to reveal to you on the next pod!

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DOAPTC13 Jun 15, 2024

The former coach of Martina Navratilova and Jill Craybas, and current coach of Bethanie Mattek- Sands, Raj Chaudhuri joins Mark Gellard and Candy Reid for another in-depth chat on the latest edition of Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach. In this episode, we discuss the challenges of transitioning from clay to grass, inequalities amongst the WTA players from both a commercial and competitive perspective, the new Magda Linette Foundation, our upcoming coaching education conference, and of course we hear from our special guest on his coaching journey, philosophy and current ambitions. Enjoy!

p.s - If you'd like to partner up with DOAPTC, please get in contact! We'd love to hear from you! @DOAPTC

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DOAPTC12 Jun 04, 2024

On the latest edition of DOAPTC, Mark and Candy talk Roland Garros, the upcoming Grass Court season and three topics that are 'Hot or Not!'

Vincenzo Santopadre, the current coach of Luca Van Assche and former coach of Matteo Berrettini, joins us to talk about his coaching philosophy, Italian tennis and his friendship with the family of Flavio Cobolli, and we have a listener question for Mark from Lazare.

Please let us know if you have a question!

The Podcast is now on Youtube so you can watch as well as listen!

Enjoy!

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DOAPTC11 May 19, 2024

Ash Barty's coach Craig Tyzzer joins Mark Gellard and Candy Reid for another in-depth chat on the latest edition of Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach. Find out why he thinks some players are too reliant on their coaches; reveals the trigger which allowed Barty to get rid of negative thoughts; and why he'd be up for another high-profile WTA Coaching Job! Players, get your C.V's ready!!

Enjoy and don't forget to rate and review!

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DOAPTC10 May 01, 2024

On the latest edition of DOAPTC, Mark Gellard and Candy Reid talk Madrid and Rome; have an excellent interview with Craig Tyzzer, who helped Ash Barty win multiple majors; and discuss the best coaches on the ATP and WTA Tours (excluding Mark and Iain) although Magda kindly puts them in anyway!

Enjoy and please let us know who you think are the best coaches on tour!

This edition of the pod is also available to watch on Youtube!

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DOAPTC9 Apr 24, 2024

On DOAPTC, Team Linette has some good news! Magda reached the final of the 250 in Rouen. Mark tells us why he's changed his philosophy (for now!) Candy has been in Barcelona for the ATP 500 and has Rafa news, plus Mike James, a performance analyst at the Mouratogolu Academy, reveals all on the marginal gains he's trying to find for client Holger Rune!

Enjoy and please download and like the podcast!

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DOAPTC8 Apr 16, 2024

It's been a few weeks, but we're back with a look at the current happenings on the WTA and ATP Tours, plus we chat with a crucial member of Felix Auger-Aliassime's team! Enjoy!

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DOAPTC7 Mar 13, 2024

On the latest edition of DOAPTC, 2002 Australian Open Champion Thomas Johansson chats to us from Melbourne, detailing his coaching philosophy, why tennis in Sweden is suffering at the moment, and how he had a huge bar bill after his Major success 22 years ago. It's a great listen. Plus, Mark and I discuss the difference between Indian Wells and Miami and how to get out of a mini-slump! Enjoy and please pose your questions to Mark on X. You can find us at @DOAPTC or @CandyRH.

Have a great week!

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DOAPTC6 Mar 04, 2024

Mark and I are in Indian Wells and Acapulco, respectively, and enjoying the sun. We speak about Alex De Minaur defending his ATP title in Mexico and a couple of new coaching collaborations on the WTA Tour.

Our guest this week is the current coach of Jiri Lehecka and the former hitting partner of Thomas Berdych, Michal Navratil, who has a fine tennis pedigree. Michel tells us all about why the Czech Republic has such a long tradition of producing tennis champions.

Enjoy, and keep listening until the end to find out all about an exciting coaching webinar, led by Mark.

Please contact us for more info @DOAPTC.

Have a great week!

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DOAPTC 5 Feb 21, 2024

The Middle Eastern swing is over for Team Linette and now it's time for a bit of R&R before Indian Wells and Miami. Mark is back at home in Delray Beach and together we listen to a chat I did with Carlos Martinez - the husband and coach of Nicole Melicar-Martinez and her doubles partner Ellen Perez. Carlos also coached Karolina Pliskova for a while and tells us why he couldn't continue with the former world number 1. He also tells us why he studied Geology before becoming a top tennis coach and his coaching philosopy, plus a lot more. It's a great listen!

Please let us know your thoughts and send questions into Mark @DOAPTC.

Also, Mark has organised a wonderful line-up of top professionals for an upcoming Tennis Webinar on March 15/16th at 9am EST (1pm GMT).

If you'd like to listen in to experts who've worked with the likes of Magda Linette, Elina Svitolina, Belinda Bencic, Shelby Rogers, Sloane Stephens, Tommy Paul and Dennis Shapovalov, then you don't want to miss this!

Contact me on X @candyrh for a discount!

Tennis - First Strike Tennis

All the best!

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DAOPTC 4 Feb 12, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, we speak Abu Dhabi and Doha, Stanislav Khmarsky joins us to speak about Jelena Ostapenko's success, and we discuss the unexpected split between Jessica Pegula and David Witt.

Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe to the pod and let us know if you have any coaching questions - @DOAPTC is the handle.

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DOAPTC 3 Feb 04, 2024

On this edition of DOAPTC, we talk everything Italian after Jannik Sinner won his first Major Title at the AO'24.

Italian Tennis Federation CEO Angelo Binaghi reveals the secrets to Italy's success and you might be surprised at one of them! Mark and I certainly were.

Enjoy!

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DOAPTC 2 Jan 28, 2024

Elite Tennis Centre Professional, Xavier Pujo, joins us on this weeks podcast to talk all about his player, Vavara Gracheva, and others whom he's recently worked with like Anna Blinkova and Mirra Andreeva.

Xavier is a very experienced coach and is happy to be grilled by Mark and Candy - telling us all about his coaching philosophy, do's and don'ts of coaching pro tennis players, and when he thinks Andreeva will win her first Major!

Enjoy!

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DOAPTC 2024 Jan 16, 2024

A slight delay to 2024, but we get back to it at the first major of the year, The Australian Open, which hasn't been kind to Mark Gellard and TeamLinette. An unfortunate injury has derailed the early season plans, but Mark and co. will recover from this set-back and come back stronger!

Enjoy and don't forget to ask your questions @DOAPTC!

We'd love to hear from you!

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 23 Dec 15, 2023

We finish our first year of podcasting with a Quiz - it's a contest between Magda Linette and her coach Mark Gellard. We get to know how much they know (and don't!) about each other, with a few surprising and funny answers! Plus, Mark talks about pre-season and what the players have to go through ahead of the new season.

Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year!

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 22 Nov 22, 2023

Team Linette is taking a much needed break after an 'A' rated season - find out how Mark has been spending the time, what he thinks of record-breaker Novak Djokovic, and when he, Iain Hughes and Magda will get back to it, plus what's in store for the new season!

Enjoy and please send in your questions @DOAPTC

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 21 Oct 31, 2023

Apologies for the extended break between episodes but once again the travelling problem got in the way. Mark and Team Linette were in China, I went to Basel for the ATP 500 and with long work days and different time zones, it wasn't possible to record.

Hopefully this episode makes up for it. There's a lot to get through including a wrap of the 2023 season, controversy in Cancun, Coco's coaching change and Mark explains why WTA Players often change coaches. It's a cracker!

Please let us know if you have a question you'd like answering @DOAPTC on X (Twitter)

All the best!

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 20 Oct 14, 2023

The latest edition of DOAPTC has landed - Mark Gellard and Candy Reid discuss the impressive Asian Swing - how the players are looked after; the luxurious train travel; and what Mark thinks about the Sunday start at the Australian Open - plus, a lot more!

Enjoy!!

Time Codes

0-2:15 the Grind

2:15-5:00 Magda the Doubles player!

5:00- 8:30 Asian hospitality

8:30- 9:15 Zuhai or not to Zuhai - that is definitely the question!

9:15-11:00 Lessons learnt

11;00-18;00 Less is more

18:00-23;00 Coaching Carousel

23:00-25:30 AO Begins on a Sunday - Mark's thoughts!

25:30 Listener Questions - Metaphors, Practise Partners, and Peaking for Slams.

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DOAPTC 19 Oct 01, 2023

On the latest podcast of Diary of a Professional Coach, we've finally made good on our promise to bring you Lauren Davis's coach, Eddie Elliott. He tells us how they began their coaching relationship, what he's learnt over the years, and the strength-in-depth of US tennis at the moment.

Mark Gellard, meantime, basks in the glory of another final for his player, Magda Linette, and answers some tricky Listener Questions, which include one about the controversial 'Performance Bye's'

You can send your questions in on X (formerly Twitter) to @CandyRH.

We'd love to hear from you!

0-8:45 Magda's latest WTA final appearance

8;45-41:20 Eddie Eiliott - Coach of Lauren Davis

41:20-end Listener Questions

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 18 Sep 21, 2023

Mark Gellard has arrived in China for the first full Asian swing on the WTA Tour since 2019 - find out how and Team Linette got there (hint, it wasn't particularly pleasant!); what he thought of the 2023 US Open - both Coco and Novak's victories; did he agree with the Sabalenka racquet video; Simona Halep's 4-yr doping ban, and Mark answers listener questions. You can submit yours via twitter @DOAPTC or @candyrh

Time Codes:

1:30 Arrival in China and travel woes + US Open performance.

4:00 Do players fly Business Class, First Class or Private Jet (don't be ridiculous!)?

6:11 Simona Halep's doping ban

8:24 WTA Tour Finals in Cancun

10:36 Elite Trophy Chances

12:10 US Open 2023 - how hard is it when there is a partisan crowd?

13:20 Coco's Success

15:00 Sabalenka's racquet frustration

18:08 Novak's 24

20:15 Ben Shelton's 149mph serves

21:40 Listener Questions

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 17 Aug 28, 2023

We record this episode of DOAPTC live from New York! Mark and Candy are finally face-to-face and discuss all kinds of topics, such as US hopes at the fourth and final Major of the year, the balls being used, should tennis go to Saudi Arabia and Team Magda's hopes for the tournament, plus an awful lot more!

Plus, we have our first listener question and you can send yours by going to the Twitter Handle: DOAPTC.

Enjoy!!

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DOAPTC 16 Aug 17, 2023

After a few weeks off, Mark Gellard and Candy Reid resume Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - to revisit the last podcast where they spoke to the former coach of Iga Swiatek. They also discuss various other topics, including the return to form of 'Danimal', the mental trials and tribulations of the tennis tour, and why Iga practised in Montreal with her mouth taped shut!! Enjoy!

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 15 Jul 26, 2023

Two for the price of one as today Mark Gellard and Candy Reid are joined by the former coach of Iga Swiatek, who helped the Pole win her first Major Championship, the 2020 Roland Garros title. Piotr Sierzputowski has a fantastic record as a Professional Tennis Coach and has some interesting ideas on the route to succes...enjoy this varied and insightful conversation!

Music by Calin Huma

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 14 Jul 12, 2023

On this edition of DOAPTC, Mark Gellard gives us his thoughts of the grass court season and why the top players use this time to take a break. He also assesses the incredible run of returning mum Elina Svitolina at Wimbledon, who is playing with freedom and a new perspective - but will it last?

We'd love to add a Q and A at the end of every new podcast, so please send in your questions and your name and Mark will answer them with his usual wit and humour! He's on social media - so start thinking of some good ones!

Music by Maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 13 Jul 02, 2023

On the latest podcast of DOAPTC - Mark Gellard and Magda Linette, who is making a guest appearance, talk about the Grass-Court Major - It's the Wimbledon fortnight - so where do the players stay, what do they eat and perhaps most importantly, what do they think of the courts this year? If you love tennis - you've come to the right place!

Music by Maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 12 Jun 23, 2023

On this edition of the pod, pro tennis coach Mark Gellard and commentator Candy Reid talk about a potential 1000 level grass court event in the future; the strings and tensions that the players use in their racquets; what there is to do in the players' area during a tournament, and an awful lot more!

Music by maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach, Part 11 Jun 14, 2023

WTA Tour Coach Mark Gellard tells us how professional tennis players prepare for the 5-week Grass Court season and picks his perfect Grass Court player! Enjoy!!

Music by Maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 10 Jun 07, 2023

On the latest pod, Mark Gellard describes his time at Roland Garros 2023 - what's the pre-match routine and how do you scout an opponent? Find out on this edition!

Music by maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 9 May 22, 2023

The 2nd Major of the year is just a week away and some of the women are completing their final preparations in Strasbourg at the Hologic WTA 250 event. For the third tournament, Magda Linette is the number 1 seed. Coach Mark Gellard reveals his little black book on practise partners, which contains reminders of who to avoid - for various reasons!

Enjoy!

Music by maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 8 May 10, 2023

Team Linette are in Rome for the 2nd Clay-Court 1000-level tournament of 2023 and it's been raining! How do players and coaches pass the time? What are the perks this week and next for seeded players in the Eternal City? And what does Mark know about 'Cake-Gate' from Madrid? Tune in to find out!

Enjoy and please rate and review!

Music by Maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - Part 7 May 04, 2023

On this edition of the podcast, we find out what players do in-between tournaments, when they're nowhere near home. With the expanded 1000-level tournaments, it's not easy to find a base - but Mark Gellard gives us some insight into finding the perfect training spot. Find out what he as a coach thinks of the longer format. Mark also gives us his opinion on the Tours returning to China and how a 16yo could take the tennis world by storm!

Enjoy and please share and review!

Music by maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 6 Apr 24, 2023

With Magda Linette taking a well-earned break ahead of the outdoor European Clay-Court swing, Mark Gellard is back at home in Florida - watching his 'other' favourite sport. We talk all things coaching this week - who is a good coach, what makes one and will there be more women coaches on the WTA Tour in the future.

Thanks for listening!

Music by Maestro Calin Huma.

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach - Part 5 Apr 14, 2023

For a professional tennis coach and his player - life on Tour never stops. This week, Iain Hughes is having a little R and R at home, while Mark and Magda have travelled to Kazakhstan for a crucial Billie Jean King Cup match against a very strong team, which includes the Wimbledon Champion and Australian Open runner-up, Elena Rybakina. How do those on Tour cope with the travel demands and equipment issues, given that the European swing is coming up next and there's no time to go home? Find out on this edition of the pod!

Thanks for listening and downloading.

Music is by maestro Calin Huma.

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 4 Apr 05, 2023

A good Miami performance in both singles and doubles is now a thing of the past - the travelling circus quickly rolls on, and Team Linette are in Charleston this week before flying off to Kazakhstan for BJK Cup action. What did Mark Gellard learn from the Miami matches and how do he, Magda and Iain Hughes deal with losses - it's an interesting listen for anyone who loves the game of tennis!

Enjoy

Music by Maestro Calin Huma

Interview by Candy Reid

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 3 Mar 27, 2023

Mark Gellard, Iain Hughes and Magda Linette have enjoyed more success in Miami - and this time it's in both Singles and Doubles. Find out how being at 'home' has helped; the difficulty of playing against friends on tour; and what's ahead in the next few weeks...it will make you tired just thinking about the schedule!

Enjoy!

p.s Magda lost to Jessica Pegula in straight sets, but certainly had her chances in the 2nd. Now, it's all about the doubles!

Music by maestro Calin Huma

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Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach Part 2 Mar 19, 2023

In the second edition of Diary of a Professional Tennis Coach, Magda Linette's coach Mark Gellard describes the Indian Wells experience and gives us some insight into the Miami Tournament, for which she'll be seeded once again. Now Magda is into the world's top 20 for the first time in her career - he explains the difference in expectations on her time and who is watching her closely!

The music is composed by maestro Calin Huma - it's called Symphony 2. You can find Calin on social media.

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