Tennis Culture
by Nelson Parker
Presented by Nelson Parker and Reza Tompsett of Get Set Tennis.Tennis Culture talks about more than what just happens on the court. With a combined 35 years in the tennis coaching world Nelson and Reza talk about the culture of the sport, coaching advice, issues in the game at all levels and have a few laughs along the way.
Episodes
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What Players ACTUALLY changed the culture?
Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Alex Eala, Sam Querrey... What players changed the culture of tennis the most. Other Topics: *Eala vs Tjen Exhibition match *Pro-Am Padel Event *What would players be doing if they didnt make it pro Enjoy
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Rafa Jodar.... Villain or Naive?
The Boys are back after a break and dive right into the big topics such as WTA tour Finals, Jodar antics, Fokina's first Masters 1000 and debate what is the hardest thing in tennis to teach? Enjoy
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The Post-Wimbledon Blues
Now that the grass court season is over it can feel a little depresing. However, with the US hardcourt season approaching, you won't be waiting long for more quality tennis. Episode also includes: Wimbledon wrap up, Opelka vs Doubles players and predictions for the second half of the year. Enjoy
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Grass Seaon 2026
Its the most wonderful time of the year for tennis fans... Grass court season. Enjoy our Wimbledon preview.
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Injuries, Engagements Player Boycotts (ATP/WTA round up)
Alcaraz is out, Sinner is dominating, Sabalenka is engaged, Jodar is the next big thing, players are threating to boycott slams and the Tennis Culture Podcast is back. Enjoy
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GUEST- NICK KYRGIOS
We sit down with Wimbledon finalist, AO doubles champion, former world number 13 and our friend Nick Kyrgios. In this episode we dive into the hard truths of being a pro player, the expectation of being a young athlete in the spotlight, friends on tour and what he is up to in 2026. We really...
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2026 - WRAP UP
Rybakina gets her second slam, Carlos gets the career Grand Slam, Naomi shows off her umbrella and Novak still got it at 38 years old. This is the AO wrap up Enjoy
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PRO PLAYERS - ALEX BOLT & MARC POLMANS
This Aussie dueare in fact the ultimate diggers on tour. Alex and Marc sit down to talk about Davis Cup pride, highs and lows of the tour and what it means to have such great mates on tour. This one was a blast, Enjoy
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PRO PLAYER - DUSAN LAJOVIC
From Belgrade to the world's biggest stage, Dusan Lajovic joins the podcast to talk about life on tour, the culture of tennis in serbia and how the game is changing year by year Enjoy
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PRO PLAYER - RAFAEL JODAR
One of Spain's most electirc young superstars, Rafa Jodar jumps on the podcast. His rapid rise up the rankings in 2025 has people talking and we had the plesure of learning more about this incredible young man. Enjoy
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PRO PLAYER - ALINA KORNEEVA
Former World number 1 junior Alina Korneeva joins us for a chat ahead of her Canberra International Debut. She shares her insights on the transition from juniors to pros and the comparison to Sharapova Enjoy
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PRO PLAYER - POLINA KUDERMETOVA
WTA rising star Polina Kudermetova joins the podcast to talk about, mindset, presure and life on tour. After a stand out year in 2025, she is looking to make 2026 even better. Enjoy
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PRO PLAYER - CARSON BRANSTINE
Carson Branstine is one of the most impressive and unique stories in tennis right now. A College All American turned Pro, Carson's story blends elite tennis with life far beyond the court. Enjoy
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Founder of RALLEE brand - James Gourley
We sit down with James, founder of Tennis and Padel brand Rallee to talk about one of the fastest grwoing racquet sport brands in Australia. From Brand identity to community connection, James shares the ideas and moments that shaped Rallee's rise. Enjoy
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2025 Season review - ATP & WTA
Carlos vs Sinner rolls on, Sabalenka dominates. New faces break through. The biggest moments, matches and talking points from the 2025 season is all here. Enjoy
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10 lessons from 10 years of Get Set Tennis
Our tennis coaching company "Get Set Tennis' turned 10 this year. We go through the 10 biggest lessons we have learned both on and off the court. Enjoy
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The New Slams (6 Kings & 1 point)
6 Kings Slam and the 1 Point Slam are the hot topic right now in the tennis world. We give our review on the recent 6 Kings Slam and go over the rules and information about the Australian Open 1 Point slam for 2026. Enjoy
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Fairytale in Shanghai
Shanghai Masters did not diasapoint, with two amazing runs from Rinderknech and Vacherot reaching their first ever Masters Final.
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Laver Cup 2025
Team World shocks Team Europe in an epic Battle. Frtiz takes down Alcaraz, Demon steps up and Captain Agassi makes a spash in his debut. Enjoy
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US OPEN 2025 WRAP UP
Carlos reclaims Number 1. Sabalenka gets her first Slam of the year, and Medvedev has a world class meltdown. All this and more for the 2025 US Open wrap up Enjoy
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UP OPEN 2025
Its the last Grand Slam of the year and all eyes are on New York. Will it be the Sinner ena Alcaraz show again? Will Sabalenka win her first slam of the year? Will Nelson get any predictions right? Enjoy
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Tennis Parents & Problems
Tennis parents have a bad rap, but not all parents are the same. There are many Mum's and Dad's doing a great job creating positive tennis environments for their kids. We look at the good, the bad and the ugly of tennis parents from juniors to the pros
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WIMBLEDON 2025 WRAP UP
Sinner gets revenge, Iga dominates on grass and a hedge fund manager buys his way into a pro tournament. Enjoy
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WIMBLEDON 2025 PREVIEW
Who will take out the biggest tournament of the year? Will Carlos make it a Three-peat? Can Sabalenka capture her first Slam on grass? Wimbledon 2025 is going to be one for the ages
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FRENCH OPEN PREVIEW
Can Iga overcome her toughest draw yet? Can Sinner silence the doubters? Will we nee a new Roland Garros Champion? We break down the 2025 French open draw and give our predictions for the second Grand Slam of the year Enjoy
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Tennis Mistakes I Wish I Made Sooner
With over 50 years of tennis experience, we have made a few mistakes in our time and learnt many lessons along the way. Here are out best lessons we wish we knew sooner. We also play an epic game of "Never Have I Ever"
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The return of Jannik Sinner
Sinner plays his first tournament since his ban. Wimbledon's traditions. The battle of the racquet sports and 100 tennis players vs 1 gorrilla debate.
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Clay Season
The Clay season is here! We talk all lead up tournaments to the French Open, Novaks form slump, Carlos new documentary, Questionable line calls and we ask the question what would tennis look like if Rafa Nadal never took up tennis. Enjoy
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SUNSHINE DOUBLE (Indian Wells/Miami Wrap Up)
Draper, Eala, Mensik, Andreeva...We have some new faces in the winners circle. Indian Wells and Maimi Open did not disapoint. We give a run down of all our favorite moments from the last 3 weeks on tour. Enjoy
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Beef in Tennis
With the latest on court tension between ATP Players, we throught we would look back at some of the best tennis beefs in history. The question is, can beffing with your opponent benifit your game? Enjoy
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Jannik Sinner's WADA Ban
When the news dropped of Sinner being banned for 3 months it split the tennis world in two. Some in favour and some with outrage. The boys discuss their thoughts on the matter Enjoy
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Do we need to fix tennis?
Double bounce rules, VAR mistakes, injury time outs and on court collisions... do we need to change some rules in tennis? The boys give their take on the week taht was in the world of tennis Enjoy
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AUSTRALIAN OPEN - WRAP UP 2025
What a way to kick off the year. Sinner goes back to back, Keys becomes a Grand Slam champion, injury concerns, reporters vs players and so much more. The Get Set Tennis boys give you their toughts on the Happy Slam 2025. Enjoy
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MARTIN LANDALUCE - ATP Pro Player
Was great sitting down with Spannish rising star Martin about his upcoming season and his goals and dreams for the future. Enjoy
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CHRIS EUBANKS - ATP Pro Player
Chris Eubanks sits down with us to talk about his life on tour. Chris shares great stories about breaking into the top 100, college tennis and his other talent as a tennis commentator. Hands down one of the nicest humans we have had ton the podcast. Enjoy
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JOAO FONSECA - ATP Professional
Fresh off his ATP Next Generation title, Joao drops by to talk about growing up in Brazil, goals and dreams for 2025 and what keeps him humble as he rises through the rankings. One of the nicest blokes we have evrr met Enjoy
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2025 Tennis Predictions
Who will win the first Grand Slam of the season? Who will have a breakthrough year? Who will cause controversy off court? We make our predictions for the 2025 tennis season. Enjoy
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2024 Year in review ATP & WTA
What a year. New Grand Slam champions, records broken, drug scandals and plently of new faces. Enjoy our 2024 wrap up episode
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Swiatek Drug Scandal
Former world number one Iga Swiatek has been banned for a positive drug test. This comes only months after Sinner was also found guilty. What needs to change in the sport? We also take time to talk about Novak's new coach.... Sir Andy Murray Enjoy
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Farewell Nadal
This year sees the amazing career of Rafa Nadal come to an end. We break down his best achievements, our favourite moments and everything we will miss about the King of Clay Thank you Rafa
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WTA Finals & John Wertheim Controversy
Coco Gauff is our WTA finals Champion, Sabalenka is the end or year number one and commentator John Werthiem causes serious controversy at this years event.
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The Six Kings Slam... Hit or miss?
This year Saudi Arabia hosted the very first "Six Kings Slam" the question is was the lucrative tennis exibition a success or a flop?
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Tennis Commentators
When you think of tennis commentators, who is the first voice that comes to mind? We discuss of favourite and least favourtie commentators in the game of tennis and what skills are required to be great behind the mic. Enjoy
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Is tennis in a good place?
Tennis is played and enjoyed at all levels, ecreational, professional and coaching. But is tennis thriving at these levels in terms of culture. Where do you see the sport sitting in 2024?
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Excuses Makers
Since Nadal and Federer are no longer the leading men in tennis we have seen a lot more top players start to use excuses after a loss. Alcaraz, Rune, Sinner even Novak have been guilty of explaining why they played so bad rather than compliment their opponents in recent months. Could this be the...
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US OPEN 2024 PREVIEW
The final Grand Slam of the year is upon us and its time to make our predictions for who will take the title in New York. We also talk about the controversy sourounding Jannik Sinner. Enjoy
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2024 Paris Olympics
Being an Olympian is one of the highest honours an athlete can accomplish and this year at the Paris Olympic Games, the tennis was on fire.
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How to beat a Moonballer/Pusher
Have you ever played that person who gets every ball back with zero pace and frusterates the life out of us? Well we have and this is our tips on how to beat these players so you never have to cry yourself to sleep again. Enjoy
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100 EPISODE SPECIAL
This marks 100 episodes of the Tennis Culture Podcast. We take a look back at our favorite moments over the years, create our dream guest list and set goals for what we want the podcast to be in the future. Thank you all of rbeing part of the ride so far Enjoy
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WIMBLEDON WRAP-UP
Catch up with all the news and results from this years Wimbledon Enjoy
About this show
Presented by Nelson Parker and Reza Tompsett of Get Set Tennis.Tennis Culture talks about more than what just happens on the court. With a combined 35 years in the tennis coaching world Nelson and Reza talk about the culture of the sport, coaching advice, issues in the game at all levels and have a few laughs along the way.
Hosted by
Nelson Parker