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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 55 MIN

Top 20 Pressure & The Shapo Umpire Incident With Kyle Edmund - Ep. 4

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In this episode of The Beyond Tennis Podcast, host Johnny Delgado is joined by former world No. 14 and Davis Cup champion Kyle Edmund. Kyle provides a raw and honest look at the highs and lows of elite tennis, from the physical toll of three knee surgeries to the mental pressure of leading British tennis after the Andy Murray era.Kyle also breaks down one of the most infamous moments in Davis Cup history—the time Denis Shapovalov hit the umpire in the eye during their match—and discusses his transition into the world of sports business and his passion for cars.Timestamps:[00:00:17] Intro & Welcome: Johnny introduces the Australian Open semifinalist and world No. 14.[00:03:15] The Shapo Incident: Kyle recounts the surreal moment Denis Shapovalov was defaulted for hitting the umpire.[00:10:44] The Reality of Injuries: An honest look at the three knee surgeries that halted Kyle's momentum at the top of the game.[00:18:22] Leading British Tennis: Dealing with the "What's next?" pressure following Andy Murray’s success.[00:26:50] The Davis Cup Glory: Winning the title with Team GB and what that environment meant for his career.[00:35:12] Beyond Tennis: Cars & Business: Kyle discusses his love for high-performance cars and his move into sports management.[00:52:38] Match Tie-Break: Quick-fire questions on the G.O.A.T., his favorite tournament, and who would play him in a movie.

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In this episode of The Beyond Tennis Podcast, host Johnny Delgado is joined by former world No. 14 and Davis Cup champion Kyle Edmund. Kyle provides a raw and honest look at the highs and lows of elite tennis, from the physical toll of three knee surgeries to the mental pressure of leading British tennis after the Andy Murray era. Kyle also breaks down one of the most infamous moments in Davis Cup history—the time Denis Shapovalov hit the umpire in the eye during their match—and discusses his...

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