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The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Third Best ATP Prospect Draft ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin for the first-annual “Third Best ATP Prospect Draft”. The guys alternate drafting top ATP Prospects, arguing the case for why each player is or isn’t poised for success over the next decade.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Criteria - 4:50Sinner vs. Alcaraz - 11:14The Dr...2024-09-231h 30The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Playing Out 2024 Wimbledon Scenarios ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to play out potential scenarios entering Wimbledon. They talk through the most likely finals, discuss the prospects of the American Men, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! Episode Bookmarks:Tennis Channel Podcast NetworkVisit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay cur...2024-06-2856 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2024 French Open R16 Recap + QF Preview ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host + Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2024 Roland Garros Round of 16 + preview the Quarterfinals!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Era of parity vs. Era of Consolidation - 4:20Novak F’n Djokovic - 16:50De Minaur - 27:29Zverev keeps on Zvereving - 32:12Gauff - 37:33Swia...2024-06-0453 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Phoenix, Sinner vs. Alcaraz, and the ATP Top 8 ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2024 Arizona Tennis Classic. They breakdown the reasons for a rising Nuno Borges, look a resurgent Matteo Berrettini, discus who else impressed, plus so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Phoenix 175K - 5:00Berrettini - 22:26Atmane - 31:50Vukic, Sv...2024-03-211h 09The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2024 Australian Open Day 11 Recap [Quarterfinals]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 11 of the 2024 Australian Open. He breaks down each of the day’s Quarterfinal SIngles Battles, previews Day 12’s Women’s Singles SFs, and so much more!!This episode is now available in video format on the Cracked Racquets YouTube channel. Watch and subscribe by clicking here.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Zverev/Alcaraz...2024-01-2458 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2024 Australian Open Day 10 Recap [Quarterfinals]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 10 of the 2024 Australian Open. He breaks down each of the day’s Quarterfinal Singles Battles, offers his first thoughts on our first two Semifinal Matchups, and so much more!!This episode is now available in video format on the Cracked Racquets YouTube channel. Watch and subscribe by clicking here.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:2024-01-2349 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Round-of-16 Recap + Quarterfinal Preview ft. David Kane [2024 Australian Open]Tennis.com Lead Editor David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the Round of 16 + preview the Quarterfinals of the 2024 Australian Open Singles Draws. They rank their favorite quarterfinal battles, discuss their favorite storylines to date, plus so much more!!This episode is now available in video format on the Cracked Racquets YouTube channel. Watch and subscribe by clicking here.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!...2024-01-231h 19The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2024 Australian Open Day 7 Recap [4th Round]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 7 of the 2024 Australian Open. He offers his thoughts on Noskova’s three-set upset victory over Swiatek, a wide-open Top Half of the Women’s Singles draw, a chaotic day of men’s upsets, and so much more!!This episode is now available in video format on the Cracked Racquets YouTube channel. Watch and subscribe by clicking here.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!2024-01-211h 00The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2024 Australian Open Day 5 Recap [3rd Round]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 5 of the 2024 Australian Open. He offers his thoughts on a marathon Medvedev victory, the shocking upsets of Rybakina/Pegula, the continued survival of the Top Men’s Seeds, and SO much more!!This episode is now available in video format on the Cracked Racquets YouTube channel. Watch and subscribe by clicking here.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Ep...2024-01-181h 15The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 State of the Union: #NextGenWTA Edition ft. David KaneTennis.com and Tennis Channel Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2023 season for the original #NextGenWTA crew (Born 1996-1999). They discuss what sort of window remains for anyone to win a slam, expectations for 2024, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Grade #NextGenWTA Season Overall - 11:57The Big Guns - 16:08Back Fr...2023-12-0857 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 State of the Union: #NextGenATP Edition ft. Ed McGroganTennis.com and Tennis Channel Senior Editorial Manager Ed McGrogan joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2023 season for the original #NextGenATP crew (Born 1996-1999). They discuss what sort of window remains for anyone to win a slam, expectations for 2024, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Grade #NextGenATP Season Overall - 7:01The Big Guns - 20:35Is Th...2023-12-071h 10The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 ATP Award Show ft. David Kane & Gill GrossTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane + Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross join Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin for the 2023 ATP Award Show. The guys discuss the season’s Player of the Year, Most Improved, Newcomer, Best Rivalry, and SO much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Grade the 2023 ATP Season - 4:38Player of the Year - 12:20Biggest Disappointment - 19:08Be...2023-12-041h 04The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 WTA Award Show ft. David Kane & Gill GrossTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane + Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross join Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin for the 2023 WTA Award Show. The guys discuss the season’s Player of the Year, Most Improved, Newcomer, Best Rivalry, and SO much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Value of this season - 4:00Award Show - 7:55Player of the Year - 8:00Bi...2023-12-011h 01The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 ATP Tour Finals Recap ft. David KaneTennis.com and Tennis Channel Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2023 ATP Tour Finals. They grade the 2023 season’s of each participant, discuss some of the biggest storylines coming out of the event, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDisc...2023-11-221h 14The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]WTA Tour Finals Recap ft. David KaneTennis.com and Tennis Channel Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2023 WTA Tour Finals. They grade the 2023 season’s of each participant, discuss ways to improve the event moving forward, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Racquets magazine’s demise - 2:00Swiatek - 14:42Sabalenka - 24:44Pegula - 34:58Gauf...2023-11-151h 10The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Race for the ATP Finals FT. David KaneTennis.com and Tennis Channel Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to make the case for the ideal 2023 ATP Tour Finals Field. They discuss the significance of this year’s event, share their thoughts on the WTA Elite Trophy event in Zhuhai, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:What the Race Actually Looks Like - 9:14Ruble...2023-10-241h 23The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Catching Up ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap last week’s ATP 1000 in Canada. The guys talk Sinner’s first M1000 title, discuss the week’s most intriguing developments, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode BookmarksSinner: Has Anything Changed - 3:48De Min, ADF, or TP: Who Intrigued the Most - 1...2023-08-1641 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Reflections from Days 1 + 2 in the boothCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin previews an action-packed week on the WTA and ATP Tours. He previews the draws in Hamburg, Atlanta, Umag, Lausanne, and Warsaw, offers his reflections from Days 1 + 2 at Tennis Channel Studios, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode BookmarksATP Hamburg - 5:52ATP Atlanta - 16:26WTA Warsaw - 26:08WTA Hamburg...2023-07-2640 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 French Open Recap ft. David KaneTennis.com and Tennis Channel Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2023 French Open. They offer their thoughts on the Men’s and Women’s Singles Finals, discuss the biggest winners and disappointments from the event, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis A...2023-06-131h 31The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Match of the Decade?! ft. Gill Gross (2023 French Open Men’s QF Recap)Tennis Channel Contributor and Monday Match Analysis Host Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap Tuesday’s Men’s Quarterfinal matches + preview the impending Alcaraz/Djokovic Semifinal. They discuss what has allowed Alcaraz/Djokovic to succeed in Paris, preview their 2nd career matchup, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Djokovic/Alcaraz Preview - 6:34Djokovic/Khachanov - 15:3...2023-06-0756 min
Bleav in Pro WrestlingBleav in Pro Wrestling | Brock Lesnar takes out Cody Rhodes; Seth Rollins advances to Night of ChampionsCody Rhodes is out of the World Heavyweight Championship picture, at least for now, thanks to Brock Lesnar. A rematch of their violent clash at Backlash has now been set for Night of Champions. Speaking of which, Seth Rollins has already punched his ticket for the World Championship opportunity in Saudi Arabia. Who from SmackDown will join him? Who should join him?
The Man has come back around to kick Trish Stratus' ass, but when will that match take place? Rhea Ripley has a new challenger it seems, but there's still been no announcement regarding a Title...2023-05-1250 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Who is the Best Player in Men’s Tennis ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to debate who currently sits at the top of the Men’s Tennis World. They discuss the arguments of each fan base, chat about a rising Holger Rune, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDi...2023-04-251h 02The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]DRAMA in Monte Carlo w/David KaneTennis.com and Tennis Channel Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss a dramatic 48 hours in Monte Carlo. They breakdown all aspects of the Medvedev/Zverev drama, offer their thoughts on each of the Singles Semifinalists, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Appa...2023-04-151h 16The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Sinner/Alcaraz + Miami Finals Previews ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to breakdown Jannik Sinner’s thrilling three-set victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the Miami Open Semifinal. They discuss the tactics of the match, preview the Men’s and Women’s Singles Finals, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis...2023-04-011h 05The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Top 5 Men’s Contenders at Indian Wells ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to name their Top 5 Contenders for the Indian Wells Men’s Singles Title.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Gruskin’s Top 5
Daniil Medvedev
Jannik Sinner
Hubert Hurkacz
Cam Norrie
Carlos Alcaraz
Gill’s Top 5
Carlos Alcaraz
Stefanos Tsitsipas
Daniil Medvedev
Taylor Fritz
Jannik Sinner
This...2023-03-081h 07The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Who’s Making a Move?Cracked Racquets Editor-In-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Tuesday’s action across the pro tennis world. He breaks down impressive victories from Parks and Noskova in Lyon, examines the continued success of Lin Zhu and Alex Michelson, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adid...2023-02-0242 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Youth Movement ContinuesCracked Racquets Editor-In-Chief Alex Gruskin previews this week’s action across the Pro Tennis World. He discusses what to watch for at this week’s action in Lyon, Hua Win, Cleveland, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!...2023-01-3131 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Finals ft. David KaneTennis.com David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to offer their final thoughts on the 2023 Australian Open. They recap the Women’s and Men’s Championship matches, discuss which trends from the first month of the season will persist, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoe...2023-01-311h 23The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Women's Semifinal Recap [2023 Australian Open]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 11 of the 2023 Australian Open. He offers his thoughts on a tricky straight-set victory for Rybakina, a crowning moment for Sabalenka, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:5:00 - Rybakina/Azarenka 18:55 - Sabalenka/Linette This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDisc...2023-01-2729 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Australian Open Day 10 RecapCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 10 of the 2023 Australian Open. He offers his thoughts on the continued magic of Magda Linette, a cruising Djokovic, the Battle of the Americans, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:45 - Linette/Pliskova 20:05 - Sabalenka/Vekic 28:20 - Djokovic/Rublev 39:40 - Paul/Shelton This...2023-01-2650 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Day 9 RecapCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 9 of the 2023 Australian Open. He offers his thoughts on the routine nature of Rybakina’s victory, strong performances from Tsitsipas and Azarenka, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:4:35 - Rybakina/Ostapenko 13:50 - Khachanov/Korda 22:00 - Azarenka/Pegula 30:45 - Tsitsipas/Lehecka This epi...2023-01-2537 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Women’s Quarterfinal PreviewCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin previews the 2023 Australian Open Women’s Singles Quarterfinals. He runs through each of the matchups, makes the case for each player, offers his predictions, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:2:20 - David’s AO Women’s Thoughts 12:50 - How confident are you in Djokovic 24:25 - Rune 34:20 - The America...2023-01-2453 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Halfway Through Australia: State of the Men's Draw ft. David GertlerCracked Racquets contributor David Gertler joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to offer their thoughts on Week 1 of the 2023 Australian Open Men’s Singles Competition. They share their confidence-levels in Djokovic heading into Week 2, discuss the rise of the American Men, give their predictions, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:2:20 - David’s AO Women’s Thoughts 12:50 - How confi...2023-01-221h 21The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Halfway Through Australia: State of the Women's Draw ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to offer their thoughts on Week 1 of the 2023 Australian Open Women’s Singles Competition. They breakdown Rybakina’s upset victory of World #1 Swiatek, discuss the return of pronounced power tennis to the WTA Tour, play a game of “Real or Fake”, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:3:40 - Netflix cu...2023-01-221h 12The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Day 4 RecapCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 4 of the 2023 Australian Open. He names his top performers of the day and shares his biggest surprises. He also examines the day’s multiple upsets, where the draw goes from here, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:8:40 - Men’s Best Performances33:40 - Women’s Best Performances39:45 - Women’...2023-01-1954 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Day 3 RecapCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 3 of the 2023 Australian Open. He names his top performers of the day, shares his biggest surprises, and examines the performances of the Top Women’s Contenders, The American Men, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:Women’s Best Performances - 4:07Men’s Best Performances - 22:58Women’...2023-01-191h 01The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]EMERGENCY POD: Nadal Eliminated from the 2023 Australian Open ft. Ben RothenbergNo Challenges Remaining Host Ben Rothenberg joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to breakdown Mackie McDonald’s upset victory over Rafael Nadal in R2 of the 2023 Australian Open. They share their thoughts on what Mackie did successfully on court, where Rafa goes from here, the impact on the draw, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!The Match - 3:10Rafa retirement rumors - 10:302023-01-1836 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Day 2 RecapCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 2 of the 2023 Australian Open. He names his top performers of the day, shares his biggest surprises, and examines the performances of Djokovic, The Americans, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:4:45 - Women’s Best Performances21:15 - Men’s Best Performances32:45 - Women’s Biggest Surprises35:20 - Men’s...2023-01-1859 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2023 Australian Open Day 1 RecapCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 1 of the 2023 Australian Open. He names his top performers of the day, share his biggest surprises, examines the performances of top seeds Swiatek and Nadal, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:4:45 - Women’s Best Performances21:15 - Men’s Best Performances32:45 - Women’s Biggest Surprises35:20...2023-01-1759 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Things That Matter in Week 2Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin discusses what to watch for during Week 2 of the 2023 season. He breaks down the draws in Adelaide, Hobart, and Auckland, offers his thoughts on the first batch of AO Qualifying Results, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:3:40 - WTA Adelaide20:15 - ATP Adelaide27:00 - WTA Hobart33:25 - AT...2023-01-1147 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Put a Crown on Their HeadsCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on the first Championship Saturday of the 2023 Pro Tennis Season. He looks at a phenomenal day for American tennis, discusses the current ceiling of Sabalenka, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:20 - United Cup26:56 - ATP Adelaide36:16 - WTA Adelaide42:35 - WTA Auckland...2023-01-0951 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]First Championship Weekend of 2023Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps the first Semifinal Saturday of the 2023 season. He shares his thoughts on dominant performances from Djokovic and Gauff, stellar tennis in Pune, the continued excellence of Team USA at United Cup, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:7:05 - WTA Adelaide21:55 - ATP Adelaide35:15 - United Cup40:45...2023-01-0850 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Some Things KEEP HappeningCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on the last 24 hours of action on the WTA and ATP Tours. He breaks down this week’s play in Adelaide, Auckland, and Pune, looks at a dominant start for Team USA in the United Cup SFs, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:30 - WTA Auckland19:45 - ATP Pune...2023-01-0659 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Too Good to Be Week 1Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on a jam-packed opening week of the 2023 season. He explains why something never change for players like Sabalenka/Ostapenko, recaps the matches he broadcasted Tuesday night on T2, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:3:55 - WTA Adelaide20:30 - ATP Adelaide30:50 - WTA Auckland35:35 - AT...2023-01-0549 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]No Chasers. Straight Shots.Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on a jam-packed opening week of the 2023 season. He explains why something never change for players like Sabalenka/Ostapenko, recaps the matches he broadcasted Tuesday night on T2, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:10 - United Cup & Other Opening Thoughts33:54 - ATP Adelaide 143:29 - ATP Adelaide 1...2023-01-0456 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Lets Fire Off Some Takes!!Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers an assortment of hot takes after the first week of the 2023 WTA and ATP Seasons. He shares his thoughts on results from United Cup, this week’s tour-level events, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:10 - United Cup & Other Opening Thoughts33:54 - ATP Adelaide 143:29 - ATP Adelaide 148...2023-01-0356 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Predicting the Top 10 American Men to end 2023 ft. Ben RothenbergNew York Times Writer and No Challenges Remaining Host Ben Rothenberg joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offer their predictions for who the Top 10 American Men to end 2023 will be. Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!Visit their store today and use the...2022-12-301h 17The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]United Cup & Predicting Top 10 American Women in 2023 ft. Ben RothenbergNew York Times Writer and No Challenges Remaining Host Ben Rothenberg joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to share their thoughts on United Cup Day 1 + offer their predictions for who the Top 10 American Women to end 2023 will be. Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & Mor...2022-12-301h 27The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Ideal 2023 ATP Roster Draft ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to draft their ideal 2023 ATP Roster of Players. They discuss which players need big seasons in 2023, who is well positioned for a break through, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, B...2022-12-281h 29The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]A Few Scattered ThoughtsCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his final thoughts on the first year of the World Tennis League, shares a few takeaways from Jeff Sackmann’s Tennis128 series for Tennis Abstract, talks Pickleball vs. Tennis, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas...2022-12-2832 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Ideal 2023 WTA Roster Draft ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to draft their ideal 2023 WTA Roster of Players. They discuss which players need big seasons in 2023, who is well positioned for a break through, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas...2022-12-241h 42The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Reinvigorated and Ready to RollCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on the recent run of ATP/WTA exhibition events, this week’s World Tennis League action, and the rest of this week’s tennis-centric storylines.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:7:30 - Thoughts on Exhibitions21:10 - World Tennis League 34:15 - Opelka’s Doubles Thoughts This episode brought to you by:2022-12-2144 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Tier 1 ATP Talents ft. Gill GrossCracked Racquets Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to identify the current Tier 1 Talents on the ATP Tour. They also offer their reaction to the Netflix Series “Break Point” Trailer, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!...2022-12-151h 12The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Tier 1 WTA Talents ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to identify the current Tier 1 Talents on the WTA Tour. The guys define the term “Tier 1”, debate which players qualify for the category, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wil...2022-12-131h 26The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Offseason Training + Picking the Next World #1 ft. Bradley KlahnFormer NCAA Singles Champion and ATP Top 100 player Bradley Klahn joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss his offseason plans, which players have the potential to ascend to the World #1 Ranking in 2023, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!2022-12-091h 20The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 ATP Peaks ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss which ATP Players might have peaked during the 2022 season. They breakdown three categories of players: Players on the ascent, Players in their “prime”, and Players whose best may just be in the past.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Ra...2022-12-081h 13The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 ATP Disappointments ft. Gill GrossCracked Racquets Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss the biggest disappointments of the 2022 ATP season. They debate the next steps for the original #NextGenATP crew, look at which players underperformed expectations, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas...2022-12-071h 19The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]WTA Peaks in 2022 ft. Geoff ChizeverTennis Channel play-by-play commentator and producer Geoff Chizever joins host Alex Gruskin to whether certain WTA Players did or did not peak during the 2022 season. They debate which career-seasons in 2022 feel replicable, play an entertaining tennis-centric edition of “Would You Rather?!”, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Ra...2022-12-061h 11The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 ATP Challenger Award Show ft, Damian KustCracked Racquets contributor Damian Kust joins Alex Gruskin to give out their 2022 ATP Challenger Awards. They discuss the palyer of the year, who was most improved, the newcomer and comeback players of the year, and more!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:9:05 - Player of the Year19:10 - Most Improved Player 26:55 - Newcomer of the Year 33:00 - Com...2022-12-021h 10The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Top 10 American Men in 2022 ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to name their Top 10 American Men of 2022. They discuss the State of American Men’s Tennis coming out of the season, list their top individual performers, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike...2022-12-021h 29The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Top 10 American Women in 2022 ft. David GertlerCracked Racquets contributor David Gertler joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to name their Top 10 American Women of the 2022 WTA Season. They debate Pegula vs. Gauff, name their American breakout stars of the year, address the State of American Women’s Tennis, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets...2022-12-011h 32The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 Matches That MatteredCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin names the 10 matches that mattered most during the 2022 WTA and ATP seasons. He discusses which matches you should re-watch in December, why they’re important, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:10:45 - Serena’s US Open/Federer Laver Cup 14:30 - Alcaraz/Sinner US Open 18:35 - Swiatek/Sabalenka US 20:30...2022-11-3034 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Canada Does It!! [2022 Davis Cup Recap]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Canada’s run to the Davis Cup Title, a brilliant week for Alex De Minaur, why the Davis Cup format IS compelling, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:12:40 - FAA’s THAT Guy 21:50 - Team Canada Energy 26:37 - Aussies31:00 - Format Thoughts 34:00...2022-11-2942 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 WTA Awards Show ft. Nick McCarvelOlympics contributor and Tennis Talent extraordinaire Nick McCarvel joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to name their 2022 WTA Award Winners. They run through topics like “layer of the Year, Most Improved, Top 3 rivalries of the season, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:10:20 - Djokovic Wins ATP Finals 27:00 - Thoughts on Ruud 34:40 - Final ATP Finals Takeaways 45...2022-11-231h 26The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The MOST Important Cup This WeekCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin previews this week’s Davis Cup action. He looks at Australia’s victory over Netherlands, breaks down the remaining Quarterfinal Matchups, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:10:20 - Djokovic Wins ATP Finals 27:00 - Thoughts on Ruud 34:40 - Final ATP Finals Takeaways 45:45 - Ben Shelton cracks the Top 100 2022-11-2218 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Still the KingCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Djokovic capturing the ATP Finals, shares a few other takeaways from the action in Turin, talks Ben Shelton’s Top 100 breakthrough, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:10:20 - Djokovic Wins ATP Finals 27:00 - Thoughts on Ruud 34:40 - Final ATP Finals Takeaways 45:45 - Ben Shelton...2022-11-2253 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Getting Back to Your Roots CorollaryCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Fritz’s victory over FAA, Rafa’s win over Ruud, Thursday’s action at the Champaign CH, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:7:35 - Fritz/FAA22:25 - Nadal/Ruud31:45 - Champaign ChallengerThis episode brought to you by:Tennis P...2022-11-1839 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Another Good Day ft. Nate WalrothTennis-Point’s Nate Walroth joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap Wednesday’s ATP Finals and Champaign Challenger action. They talk through another dominant Djokovic performance, breakdown the fantastic battle between Tsitsipas and Medvedev, offer their predictions for Champaign, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:10 - Latest From Tennis-Point15:00 - Djokovic/Rublev 33:30 - Tsitsipas/Medvedev 44...2022-11-1753 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]ATP Finals + Champaign Challenger ThoughtsCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Tuesday’s ATP Finals and Champaign Challenger action. He breaks down victories from FAA, Ruud, and Shelton, shares his take on a brilliant Patrick Kypson performance, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:50 - Rublev/Medvedev 20:45 - Djokovic/Tsitsipas 28:45 - Champaign CH preview Th...2022-11-1645 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Rublev Survives + Djokovic Does His ThingCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Monday’s matchups at the ATP Finals. He breaks down a much-needed three-set victory for Rublev over Medvedev, discusses another Djokovic victory, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:50 - Rublev/Medvedev 20:45 - Djokovic/Tsitsipas 28:45 - Champaign CH preview This episode brought...2022-11-1534 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Where to BeginCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief offers his thoughts on another Championship Weekend in the Pro Tennis World. He looks at Day 1’s results at the ATP Finals, reflects on a big weekend for #NextGenATP2.0 Americans, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:8:35 - Fritz/Nadal21:00 - FAA/Ruud29:45 - Nakashima wins #NextGenATP Finals35:00 - Shelton wins...2022-11-1443 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 #NextGenATP Finals Talk ft. Nate WalrothTennis-Point’s Nate Walroth joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to discuss the #NextGenATP Finals in Milan. They breakdown a fantastic week for Dom Stricker, offer their predictions for Championship Weekend, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:2:40 - ITA Fall Nationals15:30 - The Latest From Tennis-Point23:00 - #NextGenATP Finals 54:40 - PredictionsThis episo...2022-11-111h 01The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]2022 WTA Finals Recap ft. David KaneTennis.com Editorial Producer David Kane joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2022 WTA Finals. The breakdown a brilliant week for Champion Caroline Garcia, play a game of “Will they be back”, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:12:45 - Is Rune Now Tier 124:00 - FAA35:00 - Djokovic’s 2022 45:50 - Ceiling Watch: Medvedev 53:45 - Ceiling watc...2022-11-101h 08The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Some THINGS Happened in Paris ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Cracked Racquets Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap last week’s ATP 1000 Event in Paris. They discuss a remarkable run from Holger Rune, play a game of Post-US Open “Stock Up, Stock Down), offer some thoughts on the ATP Tour Finals, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:12:45 - Is Rune Now Tier 124:00...2022-11-091h 25The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]A Quick Paris and Ft. Worth UpdateCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers some quick thoughts on this week's action in Paris and Ft. Worth.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:00 - ATP Basel 28:30 - ATP Vienna This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!Visit thei...2022-11-0421 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]It Just Keeps Happening….Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin explains why tennis fans everywhere should buckle up for another exciting Championship Weekend on the pro tour. He previews Friday’s QFs in Vienna, Basel, and Tampico, discusses who remains alive in the Race for the ATP Finals, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:00 - ATP Basel 28:30 - ATP Vienna This...2022-10-2843 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]A Week for the Top SeedsCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Wednesday’s ATP action in Basel and Vienna. He breaks down a great day for the top players in the world, looks at a rising Denis Shapovalov, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:00 - ATP Basel 28:30 - ATP Vienna This episode brought to you by:T...2022-10-2744 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Time to Figure the Men’s Side Out ft. Nate WalrothTennis-Point’s Nate Walroth joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to preview this week’s ATP Tour action in Basel and Vienna. They discuss who needs a big week to remain alive in the Race to the ATP Finals, offer their predictions, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:22:50 - ATP Basel 44:40 - ATP Vienna This episode brought...2022-10-2559 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Pegula Takes Guadalajara + WTA Stats Deep DiveCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps last weekend’s WTA Championship action in Guadalajara. He discusses Pegula finally securing a signature title-run, breaks down a massive week for Maria Sakkari, offers a few takeaways from the 2022 WTA Stats leaderboard, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:7:40 - WTA Guadalajara33:45 - Tour Finals Set This episode broug...2022-10-2441 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Rise of the #NextGenATP2.0Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin discusses a brilliant Championship Weekend on the ATP Tour. He takes a deep dive into the rise of Generation #NextGen2.0, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:10:45 - ATP Stockholm 26:45 - ATP Antwerp 39:30 - ATP Napoli This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDisco...2022-10-2451 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Jockeying ContinuesCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Friday’s Quarterfinal results in Stockholm, Naples, Antwerp, and Guadalajara. He breaks down a great day for the Italian men in Naples, reflects on the outstanding QFs in Stockholm, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:40 - ATP Napoli29:25 - ATP Stockholm 42:15 - ATP Antwerp 46:25 - WTA Guadala...2022-10-221h 00The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Rewarding ConsistencyCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Thursday’s results in Guadalajara, Stockholm, Antwerp, and Napoli. He dives into Jessica Pegula’s 2022 season, breaks down an action-packed lineup in Stockholm, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:40 - WTA Guadalajara 29:25 - ATP Stockholm 42:15 - ATP Antwerp 46:25 - ATP NapoliThis episo...2022-10-2151 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Chase for the Championships ContinuesCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his preview of this week’s WTA and ATP action in Guadalajara, Antwerp, Napoli, and Stockholm. He discusses the players and storylines he’ll be watching most closely, recaps the first few days of this week’s play, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:6:15 - WTA Guadalajara 27:30 - ATP Antwerp 34:00 - ATP Napoli ...2022-10-2038 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Ending on a High-NoteCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin plays catchup and offers his thoughts on this past weekend’s Championship action in San Diego (WTA), Florence (ATP), Gijon (ATP)< >Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:12:45 - WTA San Diego37:00 - ATP Florence54:00 - ATP Gijon1:05:00 - WTA Cluj-Napoca This episode brought to you by:Tennis Point...2022-10-191h 09The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Top 5 ITA All-American Storylines ft. John ParsonsCracked Racquets Returning Champion John Parsons joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap the 2022 ITA All-American Championships. The guys name their five biggest storylines coming out of the event, discuss which programs emerged from the week looking the strongest, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:13:00 - UNC Women27:00 - The Freshman Men are That Good, the Women?! 41:10 - Tex...2022-10-131h 08The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]One Month to GoCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on the first two days of action in San Diego, Cluj-Napoca, Florence, and Gijon. He examines the continued struggles of Maria Sakkari, discusses who’s looked so far, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:9:00 - WTA San Diego28:30 - WTA Cluj-Napoca34:10 - ATP Gijon38:45 - ATP Florence2022-10-1241 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Once Again Playing Catch Up ft. Gill GrossMonday Match Analysis Host and Tennis Channel Contributor Gill Gross joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to recap a jam-packed weekend of action in the pro tennis world. They offer their thoughts on Djokovic’s 2022 season, debate the seasons of Tsitsipas and Rublev, discuss the return to form of Krejcikova, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:5:40 - Djokovic's Best Still Better Than Everyone on H...2022-10-111h 26The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Yeah, It’s One of THOSE WeeksCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Wednesday’s action across the WTA and ATP Tours. He discusses the continued progress of Karolina Muchova, breaks down a thrilling battle between Tsitsipas and Nardi, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:4:55 - WTA Ostrava 22:00 - WTA Monastir 29:45 - ATP Tokyo 35:30 - ATP Astana This epi...2022-10-0642 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Tennis-Point Tuesday: Simply Stunning ft. Nate WalrothTennis-Point’s Nate Walroth joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to preview a simply stunning week of tennis on the WTA and ATP Tours. The guys breakdown each of the week’s tour-level draws in Ostrava (!!!), Monastir, Astana, and Tokyo, offer their predictions, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!Episode Bookmarks:16:10 - ATP Astana35:00 - ATP Tokyo48:30 - WTA Ostrava1:00...2022-10-051h 08The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]A HOT Start to OctoberCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin breaks down an electric Monday on the WTA and ATP Tours. He discusses two fantastic three-set battles in Ostrava between Azarenka/Alexandrova and Keys/Rybakina. He also offers his thoughts on a busy day in Astana, quality play in Tokyo and Monastir, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Po...2022-10-0441 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]It Looked Good EverywhereCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on a jam-packed weekend of Championship action across the WTA and ATP Tours. He explains why he believes Krejcikova is BACK, looks at breakthrough titles for Nishioka, Heusler, and Sheriff, and so much more!! Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adi...2022-10-031h 13The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Let’s Get Back on Track w/Nate WalrothCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on the plethora of action happening this week on the WTA and ATP Tours. He discusses the many vacillations in Sakkari’s recent performances, examines a breakout week for a pair of former Illinois Men’s Tennis All-Americans, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis ...2022-09-2955 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]What Matters to the Casual Fan ft. Ben BeltserLong-time Nadal Scholar, casual tennis fan, and Gruskin’s College Roommate Ben Beltser joins Gruskin to discuss what storylines have broken through with casual tennis fans this season. They discuss the rise of Alcaraz and Swiatek, debate which Americans possess the highest upside, and SO much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets...2022-09-291h 31The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Latest News Roundup ft. Nate WalrothHost Alex Gruskinis joined by Tennis-Point's Nate Walroth to discuss the latest headlines from the professional tennis world.Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!Visit their store today and use the code "CR15" at checkout to save 15% off Sale items. Some Exclusio...2022-09-2839 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Final Laver Cup Thoughts + Who Won Last Week?!Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his final thoughts on all of last weekend’s action. He explains why he views this year’s Laver Cup as an unequivocal success, talks through the significance of title runs from Samsonova (WTA Tokyo) and Nakshima (ATP San Diego), and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis ...2022-09-2756 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Laver Cup Day 2 + Plenty of Brilliance ElsewhereCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Laver Cup Day 2 plus a plethora of other action happening across the professional tennis world. He sets the scene for a blockbuster Tokyo Final, looks at a dominant Djokovic at Laver Cup, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes...2022-09-2537 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Federer Finale!!!! [Laver Cup Day 1 Recap]Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin recaps Day 1 of the 2022 Laver Cup. He offers his thoughts on Roger Federer’s Grand Finale, discusses each of the day’s singles matches, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!Visit their store today...2022-09-2426 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]The Storylines Really Never Stop ComingCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin breaks down the plethora of storylines that have emerged this week on the WTA and ATP Tours. He looks at the continued success of this week’s SFists in Tokyo, talks about a big week for a couple of young Americans in San Diego, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis Point2022-09-2432 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]How a Year-End Run Should LookCracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on another exciting Championship Weekend in the Pro Tennis world. He explains why Linda Fruhvirtova is here to stay, talks about a resurgent Ugo Humbert, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!!This episode brought to you by:Tennis PointDiscounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More!Vis...2022-09-2152 minThe Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]Now’s the Time to LingerWelcome to the Mini-Break podcast powered by Tennis Point. This is your daily podcast for the biggest storylines, results, and controversies from the tennis world.Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on Thursday’s matches from across levels in the pro tennis world. He breaks down the mechanics of Friedsam’s upset victory over Raducanu, looks at a thriving Diane Parry, and so much more!!Don’t forget to give a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your Twitter/Instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some F...2022-09-1627 min