The Sit-Down
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Casey Dellacqua: the spark that lit a golden run (rebooted)
Casey Dellacqua: the spark that lit a golden run (rebooted)
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The Sit-Down brings you in-depth interviews with some of the most influential figures from the world of tennis. From players to coaches, analysts, and tennis legends, each episode delves into their stories, revealing personal anecdotes and unique perspectives on the game. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world of tennis, The Sit-Down brings you conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in every week for an authentic, unfiltered chat with the personalities who’ve helped shape the sport of tennis.
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- Casey Dellacqua: the spark that lit a golden run (rebooted) · 37 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 38This week we revisit an episode from the vault featuring our 2025 conversation with newly-minted Australian Billie Jean King Cup manager Casey Dellacqua. A revered name in modern…
- Lilli Tagger: a first WTA title and keeping the one-handed backhand alive · 13 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 38Since making history at Roland Garros in 2025 as the first Austrian to win a junior Grand Slam singles title, Lilli Tagger has embraced life on the WTA Tour. Joining Matt during…
- Ignacio Buse: new heights, deep roots and Peruvian pride · 12 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 37A year ago, Ignacio Buse was outside the world’s top 100. Now ranked inside the top 30 with two ATP titles to his name, the 22-year-old is giving Peruvian fans plenty to…
- Nicole Pratt (Part 2): coaching at the top level and the joy of giving back · 29 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 36After a professional playing career that took her into the world’s top 40, Nicole Pratt was determined to give back to the sport that had given her so much. In the second…
- Kamil Majchrzak: breaking through at age 30 · 17 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 35Ranked outside the top 100 in 2025, Kamil Majchrzak has charged into the world’s top 50 in the best season of his tennis career. The biggest breakthrough came in s-Hertogenbosch…
- Nicole Pratt (Part 1): from tour champion to Kimberly Birrell’s corner · 41 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 34Nicole Pratt’s tennis journey began on a homemade court in country Queensland, complete with a hitting wall, built by her dad with a bulldozer. From those beginnings came an…
- Mark Draper: taking Rinky Hijikata and Adam Walton to new heights · 32 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 33The Sit-Down is on location in Brisbane, where producer Rhys de Deugd is joined by Australian coach Mark Draper at Pat Rafter Arena. The timing was perfect, given the two players…
- Alex Michelsen: rising star turned US Open quarterfinalist · 28 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 32This week we bring you an episode from the vault featuring American youngster Alex Michelsen. In late 2024 he sat at a career-high world No.41 ahead of his campaign at Next Gen…
- Dane Sweeny: From “hating tennis” to career-changing US Open · 15 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 31This week Viv caught up with Dane Sweeny at the US Open during the Australian’s breakthrough run to the third round of a Grand Slam. His second-round win over 13th seed Lorenzo…
- Suzi Petkovski (Part 1): a revered Australian voice in the game and self-described tennis tragic · 28 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 30This week’s guest on The Sit-Down is longtime tennis editor, writer and historian Suzi Petkovski, former editor of Australian Tennis Magazine which this year celebrates its 50th…
- Best of US Open: Hewitt’s highs, Angie’s arrival, Chang’s chance · 24 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 29This week we bring you another Grand Slam special edition of The Sit-Down – one focused on the US Open, where qualifying for the 2026 tournament begins today. Over more than two…
- Barbara Schett: from the wall to the world’s top 10 · 44 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 28Tennis has been a constant throughout Barbara Schett’s life. Like many before her, she began playing against a wall before her talent was spotted and channelled towards the…
- Evonne Goolagong Cawley: grace, greatness and a lasting legacy · 25 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 27With the 2026 National Indigenous Tennis Carnival concluding on the weekend, we’re releasing an interview with Evonne Goolagong Cawley, the Aussie legend who supported the…
- Tristan Schoolkate: recharged and ready for North America · 27 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 26Having already played 19 tournaments in the first seven months of 2026, Tristan Schoolkate decided it was time to return home to “get out of the hamster wheel”. Joining Viv and…
- Barbora Krejcikova: “I never really felt like the player to win a Slam” · 15 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 25Two years ago, Viv sat down with Barbora Krejcikova on the eve of Wimbledon 2024 – a tournament the Czech star went on to win for her second Grand Slam title after Roland Garros…
- Craig Tiley: leadership, legacy and the rise of tennis in Australia · 45 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 24Last week, Craig Tiley finished up after more than 20 years with Tennis Australia, where he began as Director of Player Development, then became Australian Open Tournament…
- Zach Heinzerling: on the Rafa you never knew · 34 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 23Acclaimed film director Zach Heinzerling joined Viv and Matt this week to discuss Rafa, the four-part documentary series which premiered on Netflix on 29 May. Rich with extensive…
- Todd Woodbridge (Part 2): “I wanted to be better at Wimbledon than Roland Garros” · 17 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 22In the second part of our interview with Todd Woodbridge, we focus on the Australian legend’s Wimbledon memories and milestones. The storied tournament is where Woodbridge…
- Best of Wimbledon: Cash’s climb, Muguruza’s moment, Henman’s hill · 38 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 21In this special edition of The Sit-Down, we delve into our archives to revisit our guests’ favourite Wimbledon moments. We hear from Brits Tim Henman and Katie Boulter, who have…
- Joanna Garland: “My dream is to play Wimbledon one day” · 33 min · Seizoen 3 Aflevering 20Joanna Garland’s profile exploded at AO 2026 when she won through to the final of the 1 Point Slam at Rod Laver Arena, beating Alexander Zverev, Nick Kyrgios, Maria Sakkari and…
