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Episode 310b: Medvedev Beats Djokovic for U.S. Open Title; the Grand Slam Is Hard

Episode 310b: Medvedev Beats Djokovic for U.S. Open Title; the Grand Slam Is Hard

FromNo Challenges Remaining


Episode 310b: Medvedev Beats Djokovic for U.S. Open Title; the Grand Slam Is Hard

FromNo Challenges Remaining

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Length:
95 minutes
Released:
Sep 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Ben and Courtney begin "Boys' Time!" at the U.S. Open with a discussion of Novak Djokovic falling one match short of his historic bid for the Grand Slam (which means a specific thing, y'all). What signs were there that Djokovic was in trouble, looking back? And how does Djokovic, 34, move on from this?

We then salute our new major champion and Troll King, Daniil Medvedev, who had established himself as an heir apparent in recent years and deservedly took the throne in New York. What makes him so much fun among the problematic ATP Top 5?

We also discuss semifinalist Felix Auger-Aliassime, who still hasn't quite been convincing, the effervescent joy of Frances Tiafoe, the potential of Carlos Alcaraz, and the breakthrough run of Bob Van de Slap.

We end by finally flushing the Flushing furor over bathroom breaks, and how both Andy Murray and Stefanos Tsitsipas reacted to it all in unideal ways.

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Released:
Sep 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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A podcast discussing the happenings in the wacky world of professional tennis. Hosted by Ben Rothenberg and Courtney Nguyen.