Mark Petchey on Shapovalov & Bencic Claiming Titles, Alcaraz's Wizardry, and Coach Andy Murray

Tennis Channel commentator Mark Petchey joins the podcast to recap the 500 level tournaments on the pro tennis tour, which saw some surprises and some predictable greatness. Petchey explains how Denis Shapovalov was able to defeat three Top 10 players en route to a title in Dallas, and why the Canadian has to be true to his aggressive playing style. The broadcaster also analyzes what makes Carlos Alcaraz so lethal as he won the tournament in Rotterdam, and compares his ceiling to that of World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. And Petchey breaks down new mom Belinda Bencic's incredible title win in Abu Dhabi, an event she has not lost a match at! Petchey also runs through a litany of topics including Andy Murray's coaching role with Novak Djokovic lasting through Wimbledon, the Serbians quick recovery from an injury, and American Reilly Opelka speaking out against an umpire. The broadcaster also gives his take on electronic line calling, the Golden Swing events mulling a surface switch, and what to expect at the WTA Premier event in Doha. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.