Match Point Canada

Canadian Mia Kupres returns this week to Match Point Canada!

Currently finishing her NCAA career at Texas A&M University, the 21 year-old stops by with Mike McIntyre to discuss her final season at the school, her eagerness to turn pro, admiration of Novak Djokovic and her friendship with fellow Canuck Vicky Mboko.

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She's the latest Canadian to break inside the top 200 of the rankings!

20-year-old Cadence Brace joins Ben of Match Point Canada after reaching the WTA Challenger final in Tampico. She talks about her tennis journey growing up in Toronto, competing against her compatriots, and being named to Canada's Billie Jean King Cup play-off team for November.

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We're back with another interview on Match Point Canada!

Influencer, Content Creator and Tennis Correspondent Rachel Stuhlmann joins Mike this week to talk about her emerging presence as a major media personality in the tennis world, her love of the National Bank Open and her friendship with the recently retired Genie Bouchard!

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The final stretch of the tennis season has officially begun with the Fall Indoor hard court swing taking place in Asia!

Ben welcomes Tennis Unfiltered host and journalist James Gray to discuss Carlos Alcaraz's remarkable dominance, how Jannik Sinner can reinvent himself, and Daniil Medvedev's quest to return to relevance.

They also tackle Canadian tennis, how Iga Swiatek is in the hunt for number 1, Emma Raducanu's recent performances, and much more!

All of that on our latest episode of MPC.

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She's now a two-time US Open champion and has been world No. 1 in doubles!

Fresh off her second career US Open crown with Gaby Dabrowski, Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss their latest big title, passion for doubles, why New York is special, and much more.

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He's risen inside the top 90 of the rankings in doubles, and earned his first ever main draw Grand Slam win at the US Open!

Fast rising Canadian Cleeve Harper joins Ben for a feature interview ahead of Canada's Davis Cup tie in Halifax. Harper discusses his tennis journey which began in Calgary, college experiences in Texas, playing with Liam Draxl, and his passion for doubles.

All of that and more on the latest interview on MPC!

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The fourth and final Grand Slam of the season is in the books!

Esteemed broadcaster and commentator Mike Cation joins Ben and Mike to recap the US Open, including another installment of the Carlos Alcaraz/Jannik Sinner rivalry and another massive triumph for Carlitos!

We look back on the finals match and their historic rivalry, where Novak Djokovic fits in, how the rest of tour stands up, and Felix Auger-Aliassime's semifinals breakthrough.

Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka seized another major title! We reflect on her win over Amanda Anisimova, plus how the American has had...

We're halfway through the action at Flushing Meadows!

Ben catches up with Tennis Connected journalist Amy Lundy Dahl on all the storylines at the US Open.

They cover Aryna Sabalenka's strong opening week, the ugly incident with Jelena Ostapenko and Taylor Townsend, Iga Swiatek's form, and the surprise doubles pairing of Leylah and Venus.

Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner survived a test from Denis Shapovalov, a pair of top Americans are out, Carlos Alcaraz is cruising, and Novak Djokovic still looks fit as ever.

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The final Grand Slam is here!

Hosts Ben and Mike dive into a full preview of the US Open at Flushing Meadows as they break down both the men's and women's draws at the final major of the season.

They also offer up semifinals and title predictions and project how they see the Canadians faring in New York.

All of that and more on MPC!

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She's a Billie Jean King Cup winner, a WTA125K champion, and has been ranked as high as World No. 114!

20-year-old Canadian Marina Stakusic returns to Match Point Canada to chat with host Mike McIntyre and discuss her 2025 season, returning from injury, making strides in her health and game, changing coaches and much more.

Stakusic is competing at US Open qualifying this week.

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It's a siblings interview!

Ariana and Nicolas Arseneault both enjoyed huge breakthrough performances at the National Bank Open, each earning their first main draw professional wins.

Host Mike McIntyre catches up with the brother and sister duo about their experiences in Toronto and Montreal, achieving new milestones, and what lies ahead in 2025 and beyond.

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The National Bank Open in Montreal and Toronto have all wrapped up!

Award-winning journalist Arash Madani joins host Ben Lewis to recap the astounding title run from 18-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko, who won the WTA1000 crown in Montreal!

Just how high can she go?

Meanwhile, Ben Shelton overcame Karen Khachanov in Toronto to win his first Masters 1000. Ben and Arash discuss the top storylines in T.O. on site, and how the 12-day event unfolded.

All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC!

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We continue on with our coverage of the National Bank Open!

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Canadian Victoria Mboko continues her unbelievable dream run in Montreal, reaching the semifinals of the event.

We break down her special run, and look at all the action unfolding in Toronto, and why Ben Shelton is a rock star at NBO

All of that and more on MPC!

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He is one of the most exciting players in the game!

Andrey Rublev makes his return to Match Point Canada as he joins Mike McIntyre for an interview on site at the National Bank Open in Toronto.

The 17-time titlist discusses his coaching partnership with Marat Safin, finding his form later in the season, memories in Canada, and why he still feels very young.

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Rising young American Learner Tien joins Ben for an interview on Match Point Canada!

The 19-year-old is fast approaching the top 50 and reflects on his growth as a player, his run at the NBO in Toronto, facing a hostile crowd against Denis Shapovalov on Center Court, and his playing style. We also wrap by challenging him with some rapid fire questions.

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We're back with our third episode from the National Bank Open!

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Hosts Ben and Mike break down all the latest NBO action in Toronto including disappointing early round defeats for Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov, and the reliability of Gabriel Diallo.

Mike catches up with top 35 ranked American Brandon Nakashima, who secured his first career win in Toronto.

Meanwhile, Genie Bouchard put up a fight in her final match, Leylah exited Montreal early, and Victoria Mboko pushes on.

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He's the tallest player in the sport today and his game is equally big!

American and former NBO finalist Reilly Opelka joins Mike on Match Point Canada for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview as they discuss his return from injury, goals in the sport now that he's healthy again, and his close friendship to Venus Williams.

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It's our second episode from the grounds at the National Bank Open in Toronto, brought to you by 10XTO!

On today's episode, Ben and Mike recap the biggest title of Leylah Fernandez's career as she claimed the trophy at the Citi Open in Washington.

Meanwhile, Genie Bouchard delayed her retirement andVictoria Mboko keeps on winning!

On the men's side in Toronto, Alexis Galarneau enjoyed a breakthrough performance, plus we look at the players and matches to keep an eye on for Tuesday and beyond.

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The 2025 National Bank Open is officially underway!

Hosts Ben and Mike kick off their coverage with a full preview and draw breakdown of the event in Toronto and look at all the storylines at the Omnium Banque Nationale.

They discuss the top players in action, who you should make sure to watch, which Canadians are in the mix, the retirements of Vasek Pospisil and Genie Bouchard, plus offer up their semifinals predictions.

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The National Bank Open is upon us!

Mike sits down with Tournament Director of the OBN Montreal event, Valerie Tetreault, to discuss the challenges of her role, upcoming 12 day event, which Canadians to keep an eye on and much more.

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On this week’s episode of Match Point Canada, Ben is joined by Tennis Channel host Steve Weissman to break down a thrilling 2025 Wimbledon Championships!

We dive into:

Jannik Sinner's impressive win over Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s final, and the rise of their new rivalry and what it means for tennis. Iga Swiatek's historic sixth Grand Slam title and grass court breakthrough, plus surprising runs from veterans, a big result from Taylor Fritz, and which Canadians impressed the most

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Canadian Victoria Mboko is back on Match Point Canada!

The rising young talent discusses her breakout 2025 season and recent success at both the French Open and Wimbledon.

Mboko explains how she waited around to earn a Lucky Loser spot at the All England Club and go on to win her first ever main draw match at the major, and her experiences competing against the top players in the world.

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We're halfway through the action at the All England Club!

This week, host James Rogers of The Body Serve podcast joins Match Point Canada to discuss his experiences at Wimbledon.

Hosts Ben and Mike break down men's and women's action in the field and who they're backing to hoist the title come Sunday. They also discuss the success stories and struggles of the Canadians.

All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC!

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The third major of the season is upon us!

Our 2025 Wimbledon Championships officially get underway on Monday.

Hosts Ben and Mike give a full preview of both the men's and women's draws, breakdown the Canadian field, discuss some first round popcorn matches, and finish by offering their predictions!

All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC.

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Liam Draxl of Newmarket, Ontario makes his return to Match Point Canada this week.

The 23 year-old is now the fourth highest ranked Canadian man, breaking inside the top 150.

He speaks with Ben about experiences competing in Grand Slam qualifying at Wimbledon, gaining more experience on the circuit, making the jump from Challenger to ATP Tour level events, financial challenges, and much more.

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The surface change from clay courts to grass is officially underway!

Tennis content creator and host of the Tuned Into Tennis podcast, Myles David joins Ben Lewis this week to breakdown and cover some of the top storylines and players during the grass court swing!

Meanwhile, Canadian Gabriel Diallo secures his first career ATP singles title and is inside the top 50, while three American men are now inside the top 10.

We cover all of that and more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada

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The 2025 French Open is in the books!

Journalist and author Ben Rothenberg joins host Ben Lewis to recap the extraordinary title from Carlos Alcaraz as he overcame Jannik Sinner in one of the greatest Grand Slam finals of all time!

They breakdown the ebbs and flows of the final and where it ranks.

Meanwhile, they discuss a second career major title from Coco Gauff, why defence is a winning formula, and Aryna Sabalenka's disappointing press conference.

All of that and more on the latest episode of Match Point Canada!

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We're over halfway through the second Grand Slam on the tennis calendar!

Hosts Ben and Mike recap the opening week at Roland Garros and discuss their top moments and matches and favourites going into the final days of the tournament.

They also break down the Canadian performances, including a big time run from Victoria Mboko.

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2025 Roland Garros is upon us!

Commentator Nick Lester joins Ben to breakdown the Carlos Alcaraz/Jannik Sinner rivalry and his thoughts ahead of the French Open.

Ben and Mike dissect both the men's and women's draws, highlighting popcorn matches, darkhorses, and the path ahead for all of the Canadians!

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On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, we're happy to welcome New York Times best-selling author Christopher Clarey back to the show!

Clarey has just released his latest book entitled 'The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and his Kingdom of Clay' and Mike speaks in depth with him on the novel and story arc.

Meanwhile, Rome Open action continues!

Ben and Mike break down a strong string of wins from Bianca Andreescu and Victoria Mboko, the struggles of Iga Swiatek, why Jannik Sinner could be a contender at the French Open, and much more. <...

Casper Ruud captured his first career Masters 1000 title in Madrid, overcoming Jack Draper in the finals!

Ben welcomes Vansh Vermani of the TennisOne app to break down Ruud's big title, Draper's recent surge in form, other top players on clay, and what to expect from Jannik Sinner in Rome.

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She's a US Open champion, WTA Finals winner, and reached the world No. 1 in the rankings in doubles!

Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss her rise to the top of the game, playing with a target on her back, her admiration of partner Gaby Dabrowski, who was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, and goals for the season and beyond.

Hosts Ben and Mike share big podcast news as they move independent for 2025 and ask for your support.

We also break down all of the Madrid Open action...

Francoise Abanda is set to make a comeback!

After years away from the tour, the former world No. 117 is now preparing to return to the WTA circuit. The Montreal native talks with Mike about her time off, decision to get back in action, best tennis memories, and what she still hopes to achieve.

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Tennis host and commentator Blair Henley joins Ben and Mike to chat all things clay court swing as we tackle the latest storylines around the tennis world, a big win from Carlos Alcaraz in Monte Carlo, and upcoming action at the WTA1000 in Stuttgart.

We also look back at a tough exit for Canada at the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers in Tokyo, Japan.

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Canadian Ariana Arseneault is preparing for her Billie Jean King Cup debut!

The 22-year-old catches up with host Mike McIntyre ahead of Canada's BJK Cup qualifiers this weekend in Tokyo, Japan.

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Stephen of The Slice joins Ben and Mike for a recap of the Miami Open that featured big titles from Jakub Mensik and Aryna Sabalenka!

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Former Canadian tennis player, commentator, and coach Sharon Fichman returns to Match Point Canada this week!

The four-time WTA doubles titlist discusses her decision around retirement, passion for coaching, and also discusses some top Canadian prospects and what makes Victoria Mboko great.

Hosts Ben and Mike also break down the latest action and surprises across the Miami Open!

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The 2025 BNP Paribas Open has officially wrapped!

Ben Robinson of the Game To Love podcast joins Ben to recap historic titles from Jack Draper and Mirra Andreeva as the two look back at a fantastic two weeks from Indian Wells.

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Tennis Connected journalist and host Amy Lundy Dahl joins Ben on Match Point Canada to break down the latest storylines at Indian Wells and her experience over in Tennis Paradise!

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On this week's episode, we welcome Romanian tennis player and the enigmatic Andreea Prisacariu back to the podcast!

The 25-year-old talks about her challenges and successes as she continues to navigate the sport, inspiration drawn from Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic, and her goals to continue to being her authentic self on and off the court.

Meanwhile, the Canadians keep tearing it up!

Felix Auger-Aliassime reached the finals in Dubai while Denis Shapovalov made a semifinal in Acapulco.

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We're back for another episode of Match Point Canada!

Popular tennis journalist and commentator José Morgado joins us this week to discuss the hype around Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca, Jannik Sinner's doping suspension and what the ATP will look like the next three months without the world No. 1.

Meanwhile, Andrey Rublev claimed his first title of 2025 in Doha, Carlos Alcaraz suffered a surprising loss, Matteo Berrettini took down Novak Djokovic, and Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov are trending up.

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His Davis Cup career has officially come to an end!

2022 Davis Cup champion and former world no. 25 Vasek Pospisil announced his retirement from the international event, and will soon say goodbye to the sport of tennis later this year.

Pospisil catches up with Ben and Mike on Match Point Canada to discuss the importance of Davis Cup to his career, the incredible 2022 title run and memorable ties prior, other career highlights, and why he's soon set to hang up the racquet.

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It was a big week for Canadian tennis...

Denis Shapovalov secured the biggest title of his career by winning the Dallas Open! Meanwhile, 18-year-old Victoria Mboko has started the year an incredible 17-0 with three ITF titles.

On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, Mike catches up with Mboko to discuss her rise up the rankings and development as she closes in on the top 200.

Ben and Mike break down Shapovalov's incredible run in Dallas as he toppled three top 10 players, Carlos Alcaraz's...

They came up just short in Davis Cup!

Hungary fought past Canada 3-2 in Davis Cup Qualifiers from Montreal to advance to the Group Stage.

Hosts Ben and Mike breakdown the action from the weekend including Vasek Pospisil's retirement from Davis Cup.

Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime won his second title of 2025, controversy erupted between Chile and Belgium, and Leylah Fernandez and Marina Stakusic take the court in the WTA this week.

All of that and more on the latest episode of MPC!

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The first tennis major of the season is officially in the books!

Jannik Sinner defended his crown in Melbourne, while Madison Keys captured a first ever Grand Slam at the 2025 Australian Open.

Tennis commentator Abigail Johnson joins hosts Ben and Mike to break down and analyze the two weeks in Australia, what to make of Novak Djokovic and his future, how the Canadians fared and much more.

We also take a couple questions in our new mailbag segment, and Canada prepares for a Davis Cup qualifier against Hungary in Montreal!

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We're through one week of action now in Melbourne.

This week on Match Point Canada, Tennis Channel commentator and host Monday Match analysis Gill Gross joins Ben to dissect all the action unfolding at the 2025 Australian Open!

It's an upcoming showdown between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner has a clear path, and the emergence of youth was a key takeaway from the opening week.

Meanwhile, is Aryna Sabalenka on track to three-peat, or could Iga Swiatek be playing her very best again?

Gill and Ben also discuss the performances...

She was a four-time Grand Slam champion in mixed doubles, a 7-time WTA singles winner, and reached a career high of No. 5 in the world.

Daniela Hantuchova is back on Match Point Canada as the Happy Slam gets underway in Melbourne!

She reflects on career moments in Australia and in doubles, gives her analysis on the field including why Aryna Sabalenka is the player to beat, and discusses Novak Djokovic's coaching partnership with Andy Murray.

Hosts Ben and Mike break down the draw at large, look back at a recent title from Felix...

Happy New Year!

Match Point Canada is officially back with our first episode of 2025, and thrilled to welcome returning guest Belinda Bencic to the podcast.

The gold medallist and 8-time WTA singles winner officially returned to the circuit late last year and has quickly found her form and game as she gears up for the Australian Open. We discuss her return to action, a career spanning generations and facing the Williams sisters, goals for the year, and she also builds her perfect women's player!

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down the opening week...

While 2024 is winding down, the latest tennis season is already in full flight.

Canadian tennis player Stacey Fung makes her first appearance on Match Point Canada this week as she joins host Ben Lewis to discuss competing for her nation at the upcoming United Cup in Australia.

Fung also looks back at her performances this season including a title in Portugal, and talks about the challenges and goals ahead for 2025.

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With the tennis season winding down, Mike catches up with another rising young Canadian!

He speaks with Kayla Cross, who enjoyed a terrific 2024 campaign, winning the Saskatoon Challenger in singles, and two big doubles crowns at the Edmonton and Calgary National Bank Challengers.

She also reached the singles final at the Tevlin Challenger and Granby National Bank Championships.

Cross discusses her year, and what she looks to strive for in 2025. Enjoy!

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She's back on Match Point Canada!

Young Canadian Marina Stakusic returns to the podcast this week as she speaks with Mike for a feature interview to discuss her 2024 campaign.

Stakusic looks at the positives of her season, elements she's focused on improving going forward, and goals for 2025.

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The tennis season has officially come to a close!

Hosts Ben and Mike reconvene this week to break down all the ATP and WTA award nominees for 2024, and debate their selections on Player of the Year, Most Improved, Comeback Player, Newcomer and much more.

They also discuss Novak Djokovic's huge hire of Andy Murray as his next coach, a final farewell from Juan Martin del Potro, and Iga Swiatek's doping case.

They also make their picks for the best men's and women's moments of the year.

All of that and more...

Newmarket, Ontario's Liam Draxl returns to Match Point Canada!

The 22-year-old Canadian catches up with Ben in a lengthy feature interview as he looks back on his first full season as an ATP pro, the rigours of the Challenger circuit, finding success in doubles and more.

We also have signed tennis balls from Draxl for one lucky listener.

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The ATP Finals have officially wrapped up!

Tennis Channel host Steve Weissman stops by to speak with Ben about Jannik Sinner's title and massive 2024 campaign, takeaways from his rival Carlos Alcaraz, the consistency and improvement from Taylor Fritz and much more.

They also discuss Rafael Nadal's final goodbye upcoming at the Davis Cup Finals and the resurgence of Denis Shapovalov.

Meanwhile, there are signed tennis balls from Gabriel Diallo for one lucky listener!

Ben also looks back on a tough loss for the Canadians at the BJK Cup Finals.

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Rebecca Marino joins Ben on Match Point Canada to discuss her team's squad heading into the Billie Jean King Cup Finals!

Marino is joined by Leylah Fernandez, Gabriela Dabrowski, and Marina Stakusic, as the team gets set for action this week. The veteran also discusses her recent success on the WTA, including the biggest title of her career in Midland.

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The WTA Finals have officially come and gone!

Versatile host Blair Henley, who took in the action in Riyadh, joins Ben and Mike to recap the end-of-year championship which featured a first-time win from Coco Gauff, and an electric final against Qinwen Zheng.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike also look back on a huge week for Canadian tennis!

Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe notched the doubles crown in Riyadh, while Denis Shapovalov won his second career title at the Belgrade Open, and Rebecca Marino triumphed in Midland.

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He's a 12-time major champion and a former world No. 1 in doubles!

Canadian tennis great Daniel Nestor returns to Match Point Canada, on the heels of his recent induction to Canada's Sports Hall of Fame and receiving the Order of Sport.

Nestor reflects on some of his top career highlights, why he feels he hasn't gotten a spot in the International Tennis Hall of Fame yet, competing against the Bryan Brothers, his variety of doubles partners and more.

Hosts Ben and Mike look back at the Paris Masters, preview the action now underway...

National Coach Kai Schrameyer returns to Match Point Canada to discuss the exciting new Wheelchair Tennis Player Development Pathway.

He also covers recent results from Wheelchair tennis players in Canada, and the significant growth in the sport.

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She's a 17-time WTA singles winner and two-time Grand Slam finalist!

Karolina Pliskova returns to Match Point Canada, as she spoke with Mike from the National Bank Open about her signature weapon, the serve, challenges in staying healthy, tennis in Czech Republic, and future goals.

Meanwhile, Canadian Gabriel Diallo enjoyed a breakthrough week, reaching his first career ATP final. Hosts Ben and Mike discuss his huge result, a coaching hire by Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka taking the new No. 1 ranking and much more.

All of that on our latest episode of MPC!

A tennis legend is calling it a career.

Rafael Nadal has officially announced his upcoming retirement from tennis at the end of the season, and author and regular guest Christopher Clarey joins Match Point Canada this week to reflect on his incredible career and legacy.

Clarey chats with Mike and Ben about the timing of the decision, his meaning to tennis, and expectations for Davis Cup.

Meanwhile, the hosts also cover Jannik Sinner's latest title in Shanghai, Aryna Sabalenka's win in Wuhan and her chase for world no. 1 and much more.

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Referred to as the Barry White of tennis, Match Point Canada welcomes chair umpire Kader Nouni this week!

The French tennis official joins the podcast to discuss his evolving role in the chair, the impact of technology in the sport, and how he's often spoken about for his baritone voice.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down action at the Asian events including titles from Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz, the great rivalry between Carlos and Sinner, action in Shanghai and more.

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She was the first Canadian player to ever reach a Grand Slam singles final!

Genie Bouchard returns to Match Point Canada for the first time in a few years, and reflects on great memories including the 10 year anniversary of her run to the Wimbledon finals back in 2014.

She also discusses working within the media landscape and what she still has left to give to the game.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down Carlos Alcaraz's debut at the Laver Cup, and get set for the indoor hard court season with action in Beijing.

They're heading back to Malaga!

Team Canada enjoyed a big week in Manchester, winning Group D and booking their spot in the Davis Cup Finals this November.

Tumaini Carayol, journalist from The Guardian, joins Ben and Mike to recap the action, including big performances from Denis Shapovalov and Felix Auger-Aliassime.

We also discuss a coaching change for Naomi Osaka, Novak Djokovic's priorities, and a big performance from Marina Stakusic in Guadalajara.

All of that and more on our latest episode of MPC!

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He broke through for a run to the third round of the US Open, and now returns to Team Canada's Davis Cup roster.

Canadian Gabriel Diallo joins Match Point Canada this week, following his career best performance at Flushing Meadows. He reflects on his great success in New York, a big summer, and looks ahead to Canada's tie in Manchester.

Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka are the US Open champions.

Ben and Mike breakdown the last Grand Slam of the tennis calendar, and also preview what's to come this week at Davis...

We are through the first week of action at Flushing Meadows!

Lukas Weese, Staff Editor at The Athletic, joins Match Point Canada to breakdown the storylines from the US Open which has included big time upsets of Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic.

Weese discusses the impressive tennis of Zheng Qinwen, Daniil Medvedev flying under the radar, the struggles of Coco Gauff, and experiencing the atmosphere in New York.

Meanwhile, hosts Ben and Mike also chat about the Canadians, a breakthrough week for Gabriel Diallo, and project some favourites moving forward in the second...

The Paralympic Games are officially underway in Paris!

Wheelchair tennis athlete Rob Shaw is set to represent Canada at the event in Quads, as he looks to build on what's been an outstanding 2024 season.

Ben of Match Point Canada chats with Shaw about his year, evolving as a player later in his career, the Paralympic experience, and much more.

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The breakthrough tennis continues for Canadians Mia Kupres and Ariana Arseneault, who captured the Saskatoon Challenger as a doubles tandem, their second title this summer!

Mike spoke with the pair in Toronto for a special sit down interview, following their surprising run to the quarterfinals of the National Bank Open.

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The final Grand Slam of the 2024 tennis calendar is officially upon us!

The US Open from Flushing Meadows is now underway, and hosts Ben and Mike tackle the last major of the season with a full tournament preview.

They cover a full breakdown of both the men's and women's draws, how things are shaping up for the Canadians, and offer their dark horse picks.

The pair also discuss the controversy surrounding Jannik Sinner, plus some big Canadian results at the Saskatoon Challenger.

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She's been ranked as high as No. 3 in the world, won 17 titles on the WTA circuit, and has reached three singles semifinals at Grand Slams.

Veteran Elina Svitolina is back on Match Point Canada, as she caught up with Mike at the National Bank Open the other week in Toronto!

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike dive in on Cincinnati action and titles from Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, a controversial call that proved costly for Felix Auger-Aliassime, a solid run from Leylah Annie Fernandez and much more.

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She's a former world no. 21, French Open semifinalist, and owns two career WTA titles.

Amanda Anisimova is the latest guest on Match Point Canada! It comes at a time she's enjoying a breakthrough week in Toronto.

She chats with Ben about time away from the sport, her goals, her clean ball striking, and takes on some rapid fire questions.

Ben and Mike tackle the late stages of the event and preview the upcoming finals, look at the showcase of doubles, and check in on Montreal as well.

All of that on...

Hosts Ben and Mike speak with sisters Leylah Annie and Bianca Jolie Fernandez following their surprise semifinals run in doubles at the National Bank Open!

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She's inside the top 15, recently reached the quarterfinals of Wimbledon, and has one title already on tour!

Emma Navarro makes her first ever appearance on Match Point Canada, as she's broken through for a run in Toronto, and recently represented the USA at the Paris Olympics.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike tackle an upset win from Diana Shnaider, Canadian action in doubles, and our favourite to win the event.

All of that and more on MPC.

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She's an Australian Open quarterfinalist, has reached a career high ranking of 17, and has made finals in Berlin and Dubai this season.

25-year-old rising star Anna Kalinskaya joins Match Point Canada, her first time ever speaking on a podcast as she discusses her career success.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike cover early day action at the NBO including big wins from Marina Stakusic and Leylah Annie Fernandez, and a tough loss for Bianca Andreescu.

They also circle big time popcorn matches ahead as the tournament progresses in Toronto, and check in on the action...

She's a two-time Wimbledon finalist, former world No. 2, and is the highest ranked Arab player in tennis history!

The charismatic and kind Ons Jabeur joins Match Point Canada for their second episode on site at the National Bank Open.

Ons reflects on her love of Canada, memories competing here, and discusses an upcoming showdown with Naomi Osaka.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike recap qualifying and dive into some main draw storylines including anecdotes from press conferences over the last two days.

They also discuss Novak Djokovic and his historic Olympic gold medal...

The biggest tennis event in Canada is officially back.

The National Bank Open gets underway this weekend, with the world's best WTA players arriving in Toronto while the stars of the ATP take over Montreal.

Hosts Ben and Mike dive into the action as they preview the Toronto draw, discuss the ceremony and share a short conversation with Bianca Andreescu, and look at some must watch matches on the horizon.

Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Gaby Dabrowski made history for Canada with a bronze medal in Paris, while Zheng Qinwen seized...

The National Bank Open is just days away!

On this week's episode of Match Point Canada, Mike touches base with Montreal Tournament Director and former player, Valerie Tetreault as she gets set for the event in Quebec.

Meanwhile, we have exciting Olympic action in Paris.

Ben and Mike break down how the Canadians have fared so far at the Summer Games, action on the women's side, a 60th meeting between Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal, and much more.

All of that on the latest episode of MPC.

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Young Canadian pros Ariana Arseneault and Mia Kupres teamed up to win a doubles title at the W75K in Granby!

The pair join Mike this week for an interview on Match Point Canada.

Meanwhile, Ben and Mike break down the Rafael Nadal's finals run in Sweden, a title from Arthur Fils, and WTA action.

They also look ahead to the Olympics and discuss the Canadians in action and possible contenders.

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Our third major on the tennis calendar is in the books!

Wimbledon has come and gone, and joining us this week to recap all the action is author and content creator, Bastien Fachan.

Bastien speaks with Ben about Carlos Alcaraz's historic title, Djokovic's outlook moving forward, Barbora Krejcikova's improbable title, and more.

Ben and Mike also break down the coverage including a runner-up finish from Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe in doubles.

Meanwhile, Mike has also touched down in Granby and gives insights on some of the Canadians competing at the...

There is just one week to go at the All England Club!

We're at the halfway point of Wimbledon 2024 with just a week left go in the prestigious major.

Mike and Ben break down some of the top performances, and big surprises in the women's field with top names like Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, and Ons Jabeur falling early.

Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic are all keen to compete for the title.

We also recap all of the Canadian singles performances and keep an eye on Gaby Dabrowski...

The third major of the season has now arrived.

Action begins at the All England Club, site of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships and this week, our special guest is tennis commentator Nick Lester!

Lester shares his backstory and love of the sport, offers his thoughts on Novak Djokovic's chances at Wimbledon, and gives insights on other players he has his eye on.

In the meantime, Ben and Mike break down both men's and women's draws with favourites to win, dark horses, and a look at the Canadian chances. Tennis Canada has also unveiled its...

She's a former US Open finalist, a three-time WTA titlist, and Billie Jean King Cup champion!

Leylah Annie Fernandez makes her return to Match Point Canada as she catches up with Mike and Ben in the midst of the grass-court season.

The Canadian discusses adapting to the surface change, her season as a whole, her hopes to represent Canada at the Olympics, and rapid fire questions!

Meanwhile, Rebecca Marino won a 100K event, Milos Raonic had a record-setting day of aces at Queen's Club, and Jannik Sinner earned a title on the surface.<...

It's an episode all about Biancas!

Canadian Bianca Jolie Fernandez, the younger sister of Leylah, has wrapped up her first college season at UCLA.

We catch up with the rising young Canadian star and discuss her journey in the college system.

Meanwhile, Bianca Andreescu enjoyed a run to the finals of the Libema Open!

We discuss the Canadian's strong run on the grass courts and what it means going forward, a title from Liudmila Samsonova, and how Milos Raonic fared in his return back.

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Our second major of the tennis calendar is in the books!

The French Open has wrapped up with Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz hoisting major titles on the Parisian clay.

Hosts Ben and Mike recap the tournament at large and discuss where Iga now ranks overall, and Alcaraz's place in the men's game.

Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner has ascended to the top spot of the rankings as the new ATP world number one, and grass court action is officially underway!

All of that and more on MPC.

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We are through one week of action in Paris!

Ben and Mike tackle all the latest storylines from 2024 Roland-Garros with less than one week to play at the second major of the season.

We cover Iga Swiatek's position as the favourite, a classic match with Naomi Osaka, and who else can challenge on the women's side.

Novak Djokovic survived two incredible five-setters to get through to the quarterfinals, while Casper Ruud looms, and Rafael Nadal may or may not have had his final goodbye at the French Open.

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The second major of the season is upon us!

2024 Roland Garros is set to begin from Paris, France and who better to join the podcast for a preview than Tennis Channel Live host, Steve Weissman!

Weissman joins Ben Lewis to cover all the storylines including Novak Djokovic's form, a massive first round clash between Rafael Nadal and Zverev, why Iga is the best on clay, who can challenge her, Canadian chances and more.

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Canadian tennis player Kayla Cross joins Mike McIntyre of Match Point Canada this week for a feature interview!

The 19-year-old recently won an ITF doubles title at Bethany Beach and is adapting to a full travel schedule as she embarks upon her professional career.

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She's reached a career high ranking of number 38, won 14 ITF titles, and made an inspirational comeback to tennis after a five year hiatus in 2017.

Canadian Rebecca Marino returns to Match Point Canada this week, on the heels of kicking off a Billie Jean King Cup Trophy Champions tour out in Vancouver!

She reflects on her tennis community in BC, career success this season, experiences winning last year's BJK Cup, and much more.

Meanwhile, one week is left in Rome before Roland Garros arrives. Mike and Ben breakdown all the action unfolding on the...

She's one of the most successful players in Canadian tennis history.

2019 US Open champion Bianca Andreescu is back on Match Point Canada this week! The 23-year-old is set to return to competition on the clay. She gives an update on returning from injuries, the makeup of her new coaching team, goals for the remainder of the year, and the importance of mental health.

Meanwhile, Felix Auger-Aliassime had a breakthrough run in Madrid, reaching his first ever Masters 1000 final. We recap the event and title from Andrey Rublev, a Spanish goodbye from Rafael Nadal, Iga Swiatek's...

He's a Davis Cup Champion with Canada, the 2014 Wimbledon champion in doubles and has achieved a career high singles ranking of #25.

Veteran Vasek Pospisil returns to Match Point Canada for an in depth chat with Ben, discussing navigating injuries, the love he has competing at Davis Cup, and experiences playing in the Big 3 Era.

He also reflects on career accomplishments, work with the PTPA, and tackles some rapid fire questions to finish.

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She's a US Open champion and world no. 5 in doubles!

Canadian-Kiwi Erin Routliffe returns to Match Point Canada, discussing some of the amazing success she's had in the sport the last several months alongside partner Gaby Dabrowski.

Meanwhile, Elena Rybakina captured her third WTA title of 2024 in Stuttgart, Rafa returned to the courts, Casper Ruud won his biggest title, and the Madrid Open kicks off this week!

We also reflect on 100 weeks at world no. 1 for Iga Swiatek, and the career of Garbine Muguruza.

All of that and more on our...

Former world no. 1 and three-time Paralympic medallist Kai Schrameyer joins Ben on Match Point Canada for a feature interview!

They discuss the growth and development of wheelchair tennis, coaching at the highest level, key differences in the game, and where Canadian athletes find themselves now in a big Paralympic year in Paris.

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She's a five-time grand slam champion and world no. 1 in doubles, a former finalist in singles at the French Open, and won the Billie Jean King Cup five times representing Czechia!

Lucie Safarova returns to Match Point Canada this week as she discusses some of her memories representing her country, life after tennis, and even teases a possible return to the doubles circuit.

Meanwhile, Stefanos Tsitsipas won his first big title of 2024 in Monte Carlo, WTA Stuttgart begins this week, and Rafael Nadal confirmed his return at the Barcelona Open.

All of that...

She helped guide Canada to an historic Billie Jean King Cup win last fall, and is continues her ascent up the WTA rankings.

19-year-old Canadian tennis player Marina Stakusic returns to Match Point Canada and discusses building upon her pro career, adapting to the top levels of the game, how winning BJK Cup helped her confidence, and what types of goals she's setting for 2024.

Meantime, the clay court swing is well underway!

We recap another title from red-hot Danielle Collins in Charleston, preview the first Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo and...

The Sunshine Double is officially in the books.

Tennis Channel broadcaster and host of the Monday Match Analysis, Gill Gross joins Ben and Mike on this week's episode of Match Point Canada to recap all the action from the Miami Open!

We discuss Jannik Sinner's dominance in 2024, and Danielle Collins emergence for a breakthrough title, plus a surprise coaching move from Novak Djokovic, and also look ahead to our top candidates on the clay courts.

All of that and more on this edition of MPC.

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She's an esteemed tennis journalist who does work for Tennis Connected, ESPN, and the Tennis Channel Podcast Network.

Amy Lundy Dahl returns to Match Point Canada this week as she and Ben dissect some of the action unfolding through the Miami Open, and which players are standing out so far in both the men's and women's fields.

We also forecast the clay court swing which lies ahead.

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He captured 10 singles title on the ATP tour and reached a career high ranking of number four, is a successful author, tennis commentator, and also tournament director of the Miami Open.

American James Blake returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss his important role at the Miami Open, challenges of being a tournament director, the inspiration behind his tennis book 'Breaking Back', and much more.

Meantime, Carlos Alcaraz captured his first title of 2024 with a huge victory at Indian Wells, while Iga Swiatek won her second BNP Paribas Open.

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She's a former top 30 player, US Open quarterfinalist, represented Canada twice at the Olympics, multiple times at Fed Cup, and is a member of the Tennis Canada Hall of Fame!

Tennis icon Patricia Hy-Boulais joins Match Point Canada this week to reflect on her professional career, discuss her recent coaching partnership and work with Rebecca Marino, and also share her harrowing and incredible journey of perseverance from Cambodia to Hong Kong to Canada.

Meantime, plenty of tennis action is on the go!

Content creator Philip Fama steps in as a guest co-host this...

He's one of our longest tenured guests on Match Point Canada!

Long-time New York Times columnist, and author of the best-selling novel 'The Master', Christopher Clarey returns to Match Point Canada this week to discuss the latest in tennis action.

He's set to cover the San Diego Open this week where Marina Stakusic debuts her 2024 season, a new book on Rafael Nadal is in the works, and he also recently touched based with Leylah Fernandez.

Meantime, Jasmine Paolini surprised with a big title in Dubai, we discuss lost art of...

She's one of the most exciting personalities covering our sport today!

Tennis host Blair Henley is our guest on this week's episode of Match Point Canada, as she breaks down the thrilling action the past two weeks in North America at the Delray Beach Open and Dallas Open.

We discuss Tommy Paul's rise, the state of American tennis, and storylines to follow as the Sunshine Double is upcoming.

Meantime, Jannik Sinner maintained his perfect season by winning Rotterdam, Leylah Fernandez did some damage in Doha, and Dubai is underway this week.

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She's reached a career high doubles ranking of 21, played in the WTA Finals just three seasons ago, and has won four WTA double titles!

Canadian Sharon Fichman joins Match Point Canada to catch up on what's kept her busy of late, including work with junior high performance players, experiences in broadcasting Canada's Billie Jean King Cup title, and some of the top memories on court in her career.

Meantime, there's been plenty of February tennis action on the tours.

We break down Abu Dhabi, lookahead at the WTA1000 in Qatar...