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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 25 MIN

History at the Australian Open Finals with Jill Craybas

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The TennisWorthy Podcast comes to you from Melbourne Park, where history was made during the Australian Open. Immediately following the men’s final, hosts Patrick McEnroe and Chris Bowers were joined by guest Jill Craybas, former WTA player and current commentator, to break down Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina’s titles down under. At just 22, Alcaraz became the youngest male to complete a career Grand Slam, overcoming Novak Djokovic in a high-stakes final. The trio discusses Alcaraz’s tactical adjustments, his playful "non-verbal interchange" with the ESPN commentary booth, and Novak Djokovic’s remarkable resilience at this point in his record-setting career. They also analyze Elena Rybakina’s second major title, her calm determination in defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, and the evolving rivalries at the top of the women’s game.The TennisWorthy Podcast, presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame, uncovers the sport’s history and mindset of champions. Listen to every episode and view transcripts at tennisfame.com/podcast.

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