Served with Andy Roddick

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Jannik Sinner vs. Heckler & Indian Wells Drama: Why Is Stadium 2 Empty? Mar 13, 2026

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5 SETTER: This Week in Racket Sports, where we bring you the top five headlines across tennis, padel, pickleball, and more. In this episode: 1. 2026 Indian Wells Headlines (Andreeva Expletives, Sinner's Heckler, and serve-clocks are too fast?) 2. Indian Wells Mixed Doubles Prize Money Increase 3. Stadium 2 Ghost Town Due To Ticket Restrictions 4. Rest of Racket News (Anna Leigh Watters & Ping Pong Event in England) 5. Roger Federer's Billionaire Status Subscribe to the 5-Setter Newsletter: https://www.newsletter.servedpodcast.com/ Grab Some Served Merch: https://store.servedpodcast.com/

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Flimflams, Marcelo Ríos, & Larry Stefanki’s Coaching Lessons | Q&Andy Mar 12, 2026

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Andy Roddick reunites with former coach Larry Stefanki on Q&Andy to answer listener questions, revisit their near miss at Wimbledon, and relive the work behind Andy’s late career comeback. They discuss coaching philosophy, tough training sessions, and the realities of life on tour. Stefanki also explains his legendary vocabulary, including what makes someone a “flimflam,” while sharing stories about tennis icons like John McEnroe, Bjorn Borg, and Marcelo Ríos.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy

1:28 What was the Andy/Larry relationship like?

2:36 Do you wish you did anything differently in terms of Andy’s career?

6:07 What does "Starch Ball" and "Flimflam" mean?

9:18 How do players come to trust coaches who didn't compete at the same level?

13:02 What is the most important lesson a player has taught you?

17:36 Describe working with and coaching Marcelo Ríos in one sentence

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Zeynep Sönmez on Social Media Toxicity, Turkish Fame, & Alex Eala | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters Mar 11, 2026

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Join 4-time Grand Slam champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley as they welcome one of the most exciting rising stars on the WTA Tour, Turkey’s Zeynep Sönmez. Zeynep shares what it feels like to go from watching Kim’s Australian Open comeback on TV to now receiving tactical advice from her. The conversation explores the mental strength required to represent a developing tennis nation, along with Zeynep’s perspective on social media pressures and her friendships with the girls on tour.

Plus, Kim and Blair break down the biggest stories from Indian Wells, including Naomi Osaka’s headline-grabbing fashion, the drama surrounding Mirra Andreeva’s emotional loss and viral post-match moment, and a deeper look at how players manage pressure, emotions, and expectations at the highest level of the sport.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Love All

3:55 Henley's Headlines: Naomi Osaka's Indian Wells fashion

6:08 Henley's Headlines: Sabalenka's engagement ring

7:41 Henley's Headlines: Siniakova vs. Andreeva controversy

12:05 Henley's Headlines: Player safety and social media threats

15:18 Kim-formation: Deep dive into Naomi Osaka's comeback

21:13 Zeynep Sonmez joins the show

23:05 Indian Wells reflections and the decision to play Merida

24:43 Working with coach Issam Jellali and the mentorship of Ons Jabeur

30:39 Mental Toughness: Dealing with media pressure and social media in Turkey

40:27 Pinch-me moment: Wimbledon 2025 and the museum kit request

44:21 "Girlhood Forever": Navigating friendships and rivalries on tour

48:52 Zeynep asks Kim about handling expectations

55:04 Scouting the Tour: Breaking down matches against Alex Eala

56:59 Playing against big hitters

1:08:45 The post-match ritual: Notebooks, film study, and the 24-hour buffer

1:14:04 Closing thoughts

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Larry Stefanki talks Coaching Iconic Players, Winning Indian Wells As A Wildcard, & More Mar 10, 2026

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Larry Stefanki has coached them all: John McEnroe, Marcelo Rios, Tim Henman, Fernando Gonzalez, and of course, Andy Roddick. Today, Larry joins Andy and Jon Wertheim to pull back the curtain on the world of elite coaching, why Carlos Alcaraz is the closest thing to Bjorn Borg, and some funny stories from coaching Andy.

From winning Indian Wells in 1985 as a wildcard to managing the biggest "psychos" in tennis history, Larry breaks down the mental discipline required to reach World No. 1.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Introduction

1:34 Welcome to Served

8:26 Larry Stefanki joins the show

11:01 Coaching different personalities: From McEnroe to Roddick

13:21 Larry's career journey

19:33 Day 1 coaching Andy

22:23 Weight loss, wheatgrass, and the "Starch Ball" muffin story

27:32 Managing the employee-coach dynamic

31:34 Managing Marcelo Rios’ talent

34:31 Why Roger Federer and Carlos Alcaraz are unique

38:01 The underrated genius of McEnroe’s backhand

41:01 Novak Djokovic’s ball control vs. the power game

44:11 Larry’s critique of modern style of tennis

48:16 Knowing when a player is ready for critique

51:29 Remembering John Brodie

59:15 The 1985 Indian Wells run as a Wild Card

1:05:30 Chaos in the stands: A heart attack during the match

1:16:17 Would Larry ever return to coaching on tour?

1:18:38 Vetting job offers (Monfils, Murray, and Gauff)

1:22:27 Andy’s reflection on the 2009 Wimbledon run

1:24:01 Final thoughts and outro

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5 SETTER: Ferrero Talks Alcaraz Split, ATP Players Escape Dubai, $1Million Pickleball Draft Mar 06, 2026

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The tennis world was rocked this week as geopolitical tensions forced a mass evacuation of ATP stars from the Middle East. From ATP evacuation to Juan Carlos Ferrero finally addressing his painful split from Carlos Alcaraz, Producer Mike breaks down the 5 biggest stories in racket sports.

In this episode:

1. The Dubai Crisis: How the ATP an evacuation flight for stranded players.

2. The Ferrero Interview: Why seeing Alcaraz’s new team "hurts" the former coach.

3. Engagement & Puppies: Aryna Sabalenka celebrates a massive ring and a new addition to the team.

4. Djokovic’s New Venture: The GOAT invests in "Nano-Technology" recovery.

5. Pickleball’s $1.2M Record: Why was Anna Bright’s draft price was so high?

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Andy Roddick’s Guide to Tennis Paradise, Fritz Twitch Rant & More | Q&Andy Mar 05, 2026

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Andy Roddick breaks down everything you need to know about Indian Wells in this episode of Q&Andy, from why “Tennis Paradise” feels different than a Grand Slam to the controversy around Dunlop balls on slow courts. He also reacts to Taylor Fritz’s viral Twitch rant, explains how ball contracts actually work and why players cannot just request new balls every few games, and shuts down the “fifth Slam” debate.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy

0:51 The atmosphere of "Tennis Paradise" at Indian Wells

2:07 Andy’s favorite Indian Wells restaurants & Pop-A-Shot record

3:33 Andy’s favorite (and least favorite) Indian Wells memories

5:20 Playing against the wind: Desert court conditions & racket tension

7:38 Taylor Fritz's Twitch rant on ball quality

10:48 Why tennis balls can’t be changed every serve

12:01 Should Indian Wells be a "Fifth Slam"?

12:36 What celebrity were you most excited to see in the crowd?

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Martina Hingis on World No. 1 Pressure, Peyton Stearns’ Title & More | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters Mar 04, 2026

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4-time Grand Slam Champion Kim Clijsters and tennis reporter Blair Henley sit down with Martina Hingis to revisit Kim and Martina’s head to head battles, her elite anticipation skills, and how tactical players succeed in today’s power era. Martina reflects on growing up as a teenage prodigy and her relationship with her mother Melanie. The episode also breaks down current tour headlines, including Dubai tensions, Serena Williams’ comeback teasers, and Coco Gauff weighing in on the ball kid and towel debate.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Love All

1:50 Henley’s Headlines: Conflicts in the Middle East & impact on the tennis tour

3:41 Serena Williams comeback rumors: Practice footage with Alycia Parks

5:22 Aryna Sabalenka’s new puppy

7:14 The Towel Debate: Coco Gauff weighs in on ball kids handling towels

10:59 Kim-formation: ATX Open- Peyton Stearns vs. Taylor Townsend

14:41 Merida Open: Christina Bucsa’s unique background with her Olympian father 18:39 Martina Hingis joins the show

19:30 Life in Switzerland: Skiing and family time

22:01 Raising a daughter: Pony rides, mountain biking, and maternal instincts

25:34 Playing with Kim: Memories of Wimbledon legends

28:08 How Martina would play Sabalenka & Rybakina

36:31 Anticipation vs. Learning: Martina’s "half-court" training methods

43:18 Martina’s relationship with her mother, Melanie Molitor

47:22 Growing up in the spotlight: Winning Slams at 16 vs. social media today

52:24 Indian Wells memories: Hiking Palm Canyon and the "old" stadium

56:20 Head-to-Head: Kim vs. Martina records & Dallas exhibitions

57:52 Would Martina coach Mira Andreeva?

1:10:06 The Underarm Serve in the 1999 French Open final

1:14:02 Closing thoughts

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Alex Michelsen Joins The Show, ATP Stars Stranded in Dubai, & More Mar 03, 2026

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Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim dive into a heavy week on the ATP tour, ranging from historic statistical milestones to the serious situation in Dubai.

We start with a Racket Rundown talking through the victories of Daniil Medvedev, Flavio Cobolli, and Peyton Stearns. Then we dive into breaking news out of Dubai, where over 40 ATP players and staff—including Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev—found themselves hunkered down in a hotel waiting for airspace to open.

Then, we transition to a lighthearted interview with 21-year-old American star Alex Michelsen. From his childhood bedroom, Alex talks about his transition from an "average junior" to a Top 50 pro, his decision to play right-handed despite being a natural lefty, and the experience of playing for Andre Agassi at the Laver Cup

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⏰TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Introduction

1:33 Welcome to Served

2:12 Racket Rundown: Peyton Stearns and Winning at Home

4:44 Taylor Townsend’s Post-Match Fire

7:58 Flavio Cobolli Cracks the Top 15

10:16 Daniil Medvedev’s Historic 23rd Title

16:16 Crisis in Dubai: Players Stranded Amid Geopolitical Conflict

18:32 The "Escape Plan" for Medvedev and Rublev

19:03 ATP Statement and the Logistics of Player Safety

27:34 Alex Michelsen joins the show

29:40 The Hard Path to the Pro Tour

32:09 Deciding Between College and Turning Pro

35:20 The Difference Between Juniors, Challengers, and the ATP Tour

38:58 The Righty/Lefty Dilemma

40:35 Starting Tennis at Age Three

41:55 Fact-Checking Michelsen: Clippers vs. Lakers

43:38 The Rivalry and Friendship with Learner Tien

48:25 Playing for Andre Agassi at the Laver Cup

51:38 Teo Davidov: The Future of Ambidextrous Tennis?

55:40 Conclusion and Safety Wishes

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Tiley to USTA, Raducanu’s New (Old) Coach, & Tennis’ First RAGE ROOM Feb 27, 2026

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5 SETTER: This Week in Racket Sports, where we bring you the top five headlines across tennis, padel, pickleball, and more.

In this episode, we cover the biggest stories shaking up the world of racket sports:

1. Tiley’s American Transition

2. Tennis Channel’s Power Play

3. The Williams Sisters Are Built Different

4. Raducanu's Something Old, Something New

5. Venting in Austin

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Why Isn’t Andy Roddick’s Serve Copied More? + Slam Pressure & Ball Selection Secrets | Q&Andy Feb 26, 2026

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Andy Roddick breaks down first vs. second serve timing, how return positions from Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer shape serve decisions, and why ball selection matters more than fans think. He also explains the platform vs. “back foot up” stance debate, shares his take on the underarm serve, and (with a special guest) lists the greatest servers in women’s tennis.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to Q&Andy: The Serve Episode

1:25 How important is the timing between a first and second serve?

5:14 What goes into ball selection before a serve?

9:04 Platform stance vs. bringing the back foot up

11:17 Comparing Alcaraz and Djokovic’s serving motions

12:36 Why is Andy’s service motion not often copied?

14:28 The truth about the underarm serve

15:29 Greatest female servers in history (with Kim Clijsters)