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Match Point Canada

Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre /Tennis Channel Podcast Network

Ben Lewis and Mike McIntyre provide weekly coverage of the ATP and WTA with a focus on Canada’s top players
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02/22/21 • 47 min

Our first grand slam of the tennis season is now in the books! The 2021 Australian Open has come and gone, with Naomi Osaka and Novak Djokovic both capturing singles majors Down Under.

To recap all of the action from the women's side, we're joined by premiere journalist and WTA Insider Courtney Nguyen, as we delve into Naomi Osaka's rapid ascent, what unfolded these past two weeks, play from the Canadians, and much more.

We also look back at a record ninth title in Melbourne from Novak Djokovic, the Big 3 stranglehold in men's tennis, and some of our favourite performances.

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02/15/21 • 54 min

We are through one week of action from the Australian Open in Melbourne.

Tumaini Carayol, journalist for The Guardian, joins us this week on Match Point Canada to recap all the action from the first grand slam of the season.

We also speak with Canadian tennis player Sharon Fichman, who has reached the quarterfinals of the event in doubles!

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02/12/21 • 7 min

Leylah Fernandez is still alive in doubles from the Australian Open, and is looking poised for a great 2021.

Mike McIntyre catches up with Fernandez from Melbourne.

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Veteran, legendary tennis journalist Tom Tebbutt joins us on this week's episode of Match Point Canada as he discusses his retirement the sport, great memories from covering grand slams, and what to expect at the Australian Open.

We are also joined by Tennis Canada President Michael Downey, who updates us on the Rogers Cup rebrand to the National Bank Open!

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02/08/21 • 7 min

Rebecca Marino won her first match at a major in 9 years and 7 months, defeating Kimberly Birrell in round one of the Australian Open.

Mike of Match Point Canada catches up with her after the victory.

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Episode 5 - Milos Raonic

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02/01/21 • 45 min

Wimbledon finalist, former world number three, and eight-time ATP title winner Milos Raonic joins us on our latest episode of Match Point Canada!

We discuss his off-season training, look ahead to his upcoming action from the ATP Cup, the Australian Open around the corner, and he also answers some fan mail.

We also discuss Bianca Andreescu's first return to the WTA tour, along with a slate of events happening on both tours.

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Episode 4 - Pam Shriver

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01/26/21 • 46 min

She's a former 21 time grand slam champion in doubles, world number one, and now one of the premiere broadcasters in our sport.

ESPN's Pam Shriver joins us on this week's episode of Match Point Canada as we discuss great moments in her career, look at storylines up and coming on the tours, and examine the current situation unfolding ahead of the Australian Open.

We also take a peak at Canada's draw at the upcoming ATP Cup.

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

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01/18/21 • 77 min

We are back with another episode of Match Point Canada.

Founder and publisher of Racquet Magazine, Caitlin Thompson joins us on this week's podcast, to discuss her publication, the need to tap into the arts and culture of the sport, and how we can usher in a tennis 'renaissance'.

We also recap Aryna Sabalenka's dominant performance in Abu Dhabi, the crisis that has befallen the Australian Open, qualifying results, and much more!

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01/11/21 • 4 min

Competing in her first professional match since 2019, Canadian Rebecca Marino made a terrific return, defeating Jacqueline Cristian 6-4, 6-4 in the first round of Australian Open qualifying.

Marino joins Match Point Canada for an exclusive interview following the win.

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03/08/21 • 80 min

He's been a coach to great players like Lucie Safarova, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Denis Shapovalov and many more.

Former Canadian player and coach Rob Steckley joins us on this week's episode of Match Point Canada, as we analyze his approach to the art of coaching and how he connects with players. We also gain insight on some of the young Canadian talents, including Shapovalov, who he has worked with directly.

We also speak to freelance journalist Dave Seminara, author of the new book 'Footsteps of Federer: A Fan's Pilgrimage Across 7 Swiss Cantons in 10 Acts'.

Seminara discusses his travelogue of Roger Federer, and his impact in Switzerland.

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  • FAQ

    How many episodes does Match Point Canada have?

    Match Point Canada currently has 244 episodes available.

    What topics does Match Point Canada cover?

    The podcast is about News, Podcasts, Sports, Tennis and Sports News.

    What is the most popular episode on Match Point Canada?

    The episode title 'Episode 8 - Australian Open recap with Courtney Nguyen' is the most popular.

    What is the average episode length on Match Point Canada?

    The average episode length on Match Point Canada is 42 minutes.

    How often are episodes of Match Point Canada released?

    Episodes of Match Point Canada are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

    When was the first episode of Match Point Canada?

    The first episode of Match Point Canada was released on Jun 30, 2018.

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