EPISODE · Oct 18, 2024 · 56 MIN
13: Casper Ruud Joins The Pod, Playing Rafael Nadal and Not Making World No. 1 | EP 13
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With the news of Rafael Nadal's retirement, Jack, Sam, Stevie, and John reflect on the Spaniard's incredible legacy and share their memories on what it's like facing off against one of the GOATs.The boys welcome fellow non-major winner, World No. 8 and 3-time Grand Slam finalist Casper Ruud to the podcast. Casper discusses competing for a spot in this year's ATP Finals, playing against Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal in Grand Slam finals and THAT Netflix moment in the French Open tunnel. The boys quiz him on his Norwegian celebrity status, rate his favorite American fast food spots, and and hear why he’s glad he never became World No. 1, despite being just one point away.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:44 Sam's Weekend Adventures in Vegas04:15 Discussing Rafa Nadal's Retirement15:27 Casper Ruud Joins the Podcast29:13 Family's Near Move to Florida29:45 Tennis Legacy and Father-Son Rivalry30:15 Breaking into the Top 4031:52 Almost World Number One32:57 Rafa Nadal's Impact and Retirement35:44 Facing Rafa and Novak in Finals43:50 Fun and Lighthearted Questions54:14 John's Random Tennis Player of the Week
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