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The guys kick things off by diving into some of the sport’s most unforgettable tennis feuds, breaking down which clashes stand out, their personal favorites, and even a few locker-room dust-ups they witnessed firsthand. Then they jump into a round of fan questions, tackling some of tennis’s biggest “what ifs”. From there, it’s a full deep-dive with top tennis YouTuber Karue Sell, who walks through his journey from UCLA to the pro tour to becoming one of the game’s leading creators. Karue also opens up about the realities behind running one of tennis’s biggest YouTube channels and what keeps him pushing forward. 00:00 Intro 00:53 Favorite Tennis Feuds 04:12 Memorable Tennis Rivalries 06:58 Disliked Players on Tour 11:45 Fan Questions: Biggest What-Ifs in Tennis 16:22 Interview with Karue Sell 21:52 Reflecting on College Tennis Memories 24:41 The Viability of College Tennis as a Career Path 28:00 Journey into YouTube Tennis Content Creation 33:19 Balancing Professional Tennis and Content Creation 35:24 Challenges and Insights in YouTube Content Creation 40:31 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights 49:59 Closing remarks and goodbye! Exclusive: $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJOR

The guys kick things off with a look at the upcoming tennis exhibitions, who’s playing, who actually cares and which exo they are most excited for. Then they shift to the Next Gen Finals in Jeddah, breaking down the format, the favorites, and which young stars are set to make an impression.  Off-court chatter rolls in with an update from Maldives watch, some merch-drop buzz, and a debate on the WTA Year-End Awards. Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJOR 00:00 Introduction  01:15 Merchandise Talk 03:12 Daniel Collins Interview Recap 03:50 Matchmaking for Andy 06:17 Upcoming Tennis Exhibitions 08:06 Debate on Exhibition Matches 10:29 Thoughts on AI? 17:05 UTS London Predictions 17:30 USA Exhibitions 18:56 Will Miami root for Alcaraz or Fonseca? 20:03 Carlos Alcaraz's Exhibition Controversy 21:03 Shoutout to Non-Maldives Vacationers 23:08 Next Gen Finals Preview 28:35 WTA Awards Discussion 35:01 Maldives Watch

On this episode of Nothing Major the guys kick things off with a Thanksgiving draft, running through which players they’d actually trust to cook dinner and who would be the best guest. They then shift into the idea of whether there is such thing as a "bad win" on the tour and what having a "bad win" does for you on a tournament run. Then it’s on to guilty-pleasure TV picks before the crew wraps things up with a fun & hilarious interview with Danielle Collins, diving into her dating life and potential suitors! 0:00 Intro 00:51 Players Who'd Cook the Best Thanksgiving Dinner 03:01 Players Who'd Cook the Worst Thanksgiving Dinner 03:56 Ideal Thanksgiving Guests from the Tour 06:27 Is There Such a Thing as a Bad Win? 11:39 Guilty Pleasure TV Shows 18:24 Stringing Rackets: A Side Hustle 19:56 Danielle Collins Joins the Podcast 20:04 Danielle's Search for a Husband 24:57 Challenges of Dating on Tour 27:08 Danielle's Criteria for a Partner 31:06 Fan video submission for Danielle 33:53 Funny Dating Stories 38:21 Interview wrap with Danielle Collins

The guys kick things off with Alcaraz’s living room photo, getting plenty of laughs out of the setup, the little details, and how the whole thing somehow became one of the week’s most talked-about moments. They shift into Italy’s Davis Cup three-peat next, breaking down the key moments, including the epic tiebreaker in the semi-finals, standout performances that shaped the team’s success including Berrettini’s impressive Davis Cup record. Then it’s on to the ATP Award debates as the crew weighs breakout seasons, sportsmanship nominees, and a few snubs that spark plenty of back-and-forth, plus a bonus Maldives watch to round things off. 00:00 Intro 00:29 The Dry Cleaning Bill Situation Update 03:18 Davis Cup Highlights 03:42 Alcaraz Living Room 06:33 Italy Wins Without Sinner 15:19 ATP Award Nominees Discussion 17:45 Breakthrough Player of the Year Discussion 18:06 ATP Year-End Bonuses Explained (Kind Of) 21:43 Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award Nominees 23:56 Coach of the Year Candidates 28:04 ATP Number One Club Voting 28:41 Maldives Watch and Goodbye

The guys kick things off with Sam Querrey’s retirement from pickleball, sending him off with a mix of praise, banter, and a pitch-perfect message from pickleball legend Ben Johns. They get into the year-end debate next, as the guys dive into who actually had the third-best season behind Sinner and Alcaraz, weighing titles, big wins, and consistency while making the case for everyone from Djokovic to the dark-horse picks. Then it’s on to a round of fan questions with the usual blend of honesty and humor! 00:00 Intro 00:30 Sam Querrey's Retirement from Pickleball 01:42 Career Highlights and Retirement Messages 03:22 Analyzing Sam's Career Stats 09:17 Discussing the Third Best Year in Men's Tennis 17:27 Fan Questions and Tennis Rivalries 22:18 Debating the Best Tennis Year 23:42 Year-End Finals Location Debate 25:16 YouTube Comments and Holiday Decor 27:59 Djokovic's Wimbledon Reflection 30:52 Davis Cup Format Critique 35:35 Tennis Stock Review 39:16 Closing Remarks and Goodbye!

The guys kick things off with the ATP Finals in Turin, Sinner riding his indoor dominance to yet another title and looking just about untouchable on home soil. They get into the showdown with Alcaraz, as the crew breaks down Sinner’s level and what Carlos might need to finally crack the code for future year-end runs. Then it’s on to the annual offseason migration, tennis players pouring into the Maldives in familiar fashion. Our mystery Maldives correspondent checks in with a full report on the sport’s favorite retreat, who’s there, what they’re up to, and why no one can seem to resist it. 00:00 Introduction and Show Preview 00:36 Discussion on Jannik Sinner's Dominance 02:07 Comparing Sinner and Alcaraz 06:38 Comparing the Big 3 Era with the Big 2 Era 15:01 Felix's Remarkable Year 16:42 Felix's Perspective on the Season 19:37 Team Dynamics 21:46 Debate on Team Uniforms 23:49 Maldives Watch Begins 24:36 Why Tennis Players Flock to the Maldives 26:14 Interview with Chief Maldives Correspondent 33:32 Listing the Maldives Visitors 38:03 Finding Danielle Collins a Boyfriend 39:07 Episode Wrap-Up To apply to be Danielle Collins potential match go to nothingmajorshow.com/danielle-collins

Sam, Steve, Jack and John break down the ATP Finals group stage with plenty of laughs and hot takes. Steve’s bold call came true as Carlos Alcaraz clinched the Year-End No. 1. Sinner cruised through his group without dropping a set or a service game. Is he the real indoor favorite? Can Fritz rebound to finish as top American? Does De Minaur have a shot, or is he just another stepping stone? And can the winner of Zverev versus FAA derail a Sincaraz final? Sam also gives his essential review of Alcaraz’s suit. We celebrate crossing one million Spotify streams and our nomination for a major award, then slide into classic Nothing Major territory. Sam shares his yoga class disaster, and we wonder why some guys insist on going shirtless in hot yoga. Ladies, we need your insight. 00:00 We're back! 00:26 Bobcat Encounter and Yoga Rant 01:22 Debate on Yoga Etiquette 02:58 Christmas Decorations and Music Preferences 03:26 ATP Finals Discussion 03:52 Alcaraz's Year-End No. 1 08:00 Fritz's Performance and Future Prospects 12:27 Sinner vs. Alcaraz: Who's the Favorite? 17:22 Shelton's Year in Review 19:06 Alcaraz and Sinner: The Final Showdown? 21:14 Danielle Collins' Search for Love 23:33 Goodbye and Final Announcements!

It’s a packed Monday on Nothing Major. The guys kick things off with the upcoming Battle of the Sexes in Dubai — plenty of curiosity (and a little doubt) about how seriously Kyrgios will take it. Djokovic’s 101st career title takes center stage next, with the crew debating his decision to skip the year-end finals and what it means for the tour. There’s also a shoutout to Learner Tien’s title run in Metz and Venus Williams grabbing a wildcard into Auckland at 45 — still swinging. Then it’s time for an ATP Finals breakdown, as we all agree one group is stronger than the other. On the WTA side, Elena Rybakina caps her season with record prize money and a clear message for 2026. To wrap things up, two teases you don’t want to miss: Maldives Watch and the mission to help Danielle Collins find a husband. ----------------- 00:00 Intro 00:36 Battle of the Sexes: Sabalenka vs. Kyrgios 03:15 Novak Djokovic's Home Victory 09:35 Learner Tien's Breakthrough Year 14:19 Venus Williams' Wild Card Entry 14:52 Speculations on Player Participation 15:33 Breaking News: Sebastian Korda's Engagement 15:38 ATP Finals Overview 16:07 Shelton vs. Zverev Match Analysis 18:27 Alcaraz's Performance at ATP Finals 21:57 WTA Finals Recap 25:42 Upcoming Topics and Teasers 27:45 Goodbye!

We broke our sacred rule for a very good reason. The former World No. 1 and 2018 Australian Open champion joins the pod for one of the funniest and unfiltered interviews we’ve ever done.  Caro looks back on her incredible career, her comeback after motherhood and what life looks like now. Of course, we asked the important stuff too, like whether she actually earns frequent flyer miles, and how she became BFF with Serena (which somehow involves an unexpected doubles partnership with Venus).  Meanwhile, the boys dive into the madness of the ATP Finals, reliving their own runs in London and debating who handled the O2 pressure best... spoiler, not all of them! Things take a turn with a “favorite tennis couples” segment that quickly goes off the rails, complete with hot takes, wild rumors, and maybe a little oversharing. 00:00 Intro 00:55 Tighty Whitey Poll Results 02:12 Tour Finals Memories 10:34 Favorite Tennis Couples 18:49 Interview with Caroline Wozniacki 25:01 Reflecting on the Australian Open Victory 25:21 Handling Pressure and Match Points 26:19 Post-Match Celebrations and Regrets 26:49 Career Challenges and Unmastered Shots 27:47 Travel Tales and Frequent Flyer Miles 29:32 Choosing the Ideal Travel Companion 31:03 Fashion Collaboration with Stella McCartney 32:13 Motherhood and Tennis Comeback 35:48 Encouraging Kids in Sports 38:42 Quickfire Questions and Tennis Insights 43:37 Serena Williams: A Formidable Opponent and Friend 48:12 Wedding Fun and Future Plans 50:50 Debating Tennis Achievements 55:07 Conclusion and Upcoming Tennis Events

The guys break down everything from the Paris Masters madness to the year-end race heating up in Turin. Sinner is on an absolute tear indoors and battling Alcaraz for the year-end World No. 1. They also dive into the Musetti vs. Auger-Aliassime fight for the final ATP Finals spot and what they would do if they were Felix. Sam shares his USTA League debut (yes, he’s officially back) with all the nerves, partner drama, and post-match laughs. Then it’s Medvedev’s late-night baseball tweets, Zizou Bergs’ moonwalk, Opelka’s savage Instagram comment, and a look at the new Paris venue. They also check in on the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Gauff’s serving struggles, and who the real favorites are for the massive prize money on the line. Plus, time to review our tournament predictions that may or may not already be doomed. 00:00 Introduction and show preview 00:46 Sam's USTA League debut 03:53 World Series talk and Medvedev’s late-night tweets 06:11 Paris Masters recap: Sinner’s indoor dominance 09:14 Felix Auger-Aliassime’s form and confidence 12:07 Sinner vs. Alcaraz: the race for year-end No. 1 16:33 Turin predictions and Alcaraz’s chances 20:04 Paris Masters drama: Opelka vs. Bergs 22:02 Felix vs. Musetti: the battle for the final spot 26:43 WTA Finals: Gauff’s struggles and surprises 32:48 Goodbye!

The Nothing Major crew dive into the Halloween spirit with a special episode. Steve’s looking for some life advice, the guys share their favourite Paris in the fall memories, and debate which ATP stars they’d most want to or avoid sitting next to on a flight. They wrap it all up with some tennis horror stories and a worst Halloween candy draft to cap off the spooky season! 00:00 Intro and Episode Overview 00:33 Life Advice: Minivan Dilemma 04:46 Masters 1000 Paris: Tournament Discussion 10:40 Who Would You Sit Next To on a Flight? 19:30 Tennis Horror Stories 21:57 The Fabio Fognini Laundry Disaster 22:25 Stevie's Tennis Horror Story 23:26 John's Nightmare Matches 26:44 Sam's Bangkok Injury 29:51 Scary Movie Preferences 31:08 Fan-Submitted Scary Stories 32:24 Worst Halloween Candy Draft 40:37 Goodbye and Halloween Wishes!

The Nothing Major crew recap a big week in Basel and Vienna, highlighted by Joao Fonseca’s breakout title and Jannik Sinner’s continued dominance. Sam shares a hilarious travel story from Basel to Paris & with the ATP Finals fast approaching, they break down the race for Turin and predict who’ll grab the final spots. The guys also share their picks for who could conquer at the WTA Finals, and chat about the new Saudi Masters and what it means for the tour. ---- 00:00 Sponsor Message 01:05 Intro 01:35 Reflecting on WTA Cars Segment 02:22 Basel Tournament Highlights 09:05 Vienna Tournament Highlights 12:10 ATP Finals Predictions 18:35 Tennis Tournaments and European Adventures 20:01 Pressure in Tennis Competitions 22:36 Handling Tournament Pressure 25:17 Predictions for Women's Year-End Finals 28:34 New Master Series Event in Saudi Arabia 34:10 Goodbye ---- Try Gusto today at gusto.com/nothingmajor, and get three months free when you run your first payroll.

With tennis back in Europe, Sam, Stevie, and John recap all the latest from Vienna and Basel. They share stories from both tournaments including a must-hear doubles tale featuring Sam and none other than Nick Kyrgios... In the most Nothing Major segment imaginable, the boys debate which cars top WTA stars would drive, leading to some predictably bizarre and hilarious takes. Jack joins the crew to reveal which ATP players they wish they could’ve been friends with, and later, the gang is joined by David Rodolitz, the mastermind behind the acclaimed VCR restaurant group. 00:00 Intro 01:39 Vienna vs. Basel: Tournament Experiences 05:33 Hilarious Tournament Stories 11:38 WTA Players and Their Cars 20:42 Driving in Europe 21:55 Players We Wish We Were Friends With 30:38 Interview with David Rodolitz: The King of Hospitality 43:07 Goodbye!

The boys are without Stevie to start the week, but John, Jack, and Sam are here to keep you company! Daniil Medvedev snapped his 882-day title drought, and the gang debates whether this win signals a late-season surge from the Russian or just a one-off success. The never-ending discussion about the demanding tour calendar has resurfaced, is it too long? The gang weigh in on burnout, injuries, and what changes the sport might need. As we approach the end of the year, the race to the WTA Finals is going down to the wire, with only Elena Rybakina and Mirra Andreeva still in contention. Plus, quick check-ins from Vienna, Basel, and the conclusion of the Six Kings Slam.

Hold onto your racquets, Valentin Vacherot joins the pod to break down his Shanghai fairytale run, and yes, it’s almost too good to be true. From ranked 204th to winning the Shanghai Masters and cracking the top 40, he takes us through the chaos, nearly missing qualifying, beating Novak Djokovic, and somehow facing his cousin Arthur Rinderknech in the final. He also dives into his Texas A&M college tennis days and the surreal moment of celebrating with Roger Federer. Vacherot shares the wild homecoming in Monaco and the anxiety of actually collecting the prize money after the big win. Meanwhile, the boys reminisce about their own ridiculous tennis experiences, from getting overawed by the Big 3 to Stockholm stories, and even building their perfect Six King Slams draw. 00:00 Intro 00:30 Tennis Tournaments and City Names 01:28 Jack Sock's "SockHolm" Memories 06:13 Building the Perfect Six King Slam 09:30 First Encounters with Tennis Legends 19:42 Special Guest: Valentin Vacherot 23:10 The Journey to Shanghai 23:26 Qualifying Challenges and Strategies 25:40 Facing Your Own Cousin in the Final 27:17 Family and Emotional Moments 29:30 The Road to Victory 33:07 Meeting Roger Federer 41:31 Future Plans and Reflections 52:13 Goodbye! ----- @NothingMajorShow https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/

The boys dive into the feel-good fairytale run from Shanghai, where an alternate rose to glory in one of the most surprising finals of the decade. They break down the standout moments from Wuhan, Coco Gauff’s hardcourt dominance, and the surge of American women heading into the WTA Finals. Then, it’s all about the Six Kings Slam hype and what it could mean for the season’s grand finale. And of course, Jack’s pickleball controversy, Stevie’s hot takes, and yes… Sam’s new background gets its own segment! -- 00:00 Episode Rundown 00:27 Pickleball Chaos & Jack’s Semi-Final Charge 02:48 Shanghai Recap: The Wildest Week on Tour 03:31 Vacherot’s Unreal Fairytale Run 09:31 Ranking the Greatest Cinderella Stories 13:02 Shock Champions of 2023 13:46 The Year of “Wait… He Won That?” 14:55 Coco Gauff Runs the Table in Wuhan 17:40 American Women Owning the Courts 19:16 Hype for the Six King Slam 23:36 Favorite Trophies & Random Tour Memories 26:49 What’s Coming Next ----- @NothingMajorShow https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/

ATP Tinder returns with even more hilarious swipes! The boys also dive into amusing stories and favourite moments from the Shanghai Masters, explore why players enjoy the tournament, and share behind-the-scenes insights on how exhibition matches are managed. They also highlight some of the most scenic courts on tour! Plus, listener questions cover everything from navigating football season in relationships to the challenges of securing travel visas. 00:00 Intro 00:55 Funny Dad Story: The Buddy Incident 02:31 Shanghai Masters: Unique Experiences 06:24 Tennis Stars and Their Appearances 09:54 Tennis Tinder Part 2 15:24 Hilarious Hair Critiques 17:41 Life Advice 22:32 Fan Questions 22:37 Are Exhibitions Fixed? 26:07 Visa Challenges for Tennis Players 28:38 Top 5 Most Beautiful Tennis Courts 31:49 Goodbye! https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/

Kickstart your week with John, Sam, Steve and Jack catching up on all the latest action from Asia.  The gang is joined once again by Blair Henley to chat through the latest updates from Shanghai, USTA league rules, and Federer’s nomination to the International Tennis Hall of Fame. With plenty of talk amongst the tour around court design, the boys discuss the impact of court speeds on player performance. The gang also weighs in on Amanda Anisimova's backhand dominance and Gael Monfils' recently announced retirement. 00:00 Intro & Weekly News Rundown 00:41 Sam’s Rant: Banned from the Club Team?! 02:37 The Great USTA Rule Debate 05:51 Blair Takes Over: No Man’s Land 06:13 The Court Speed Controversy 11:10 Surviving the Shanghai Sauna 16:03 Amanda Anisimova’s Beijing Comeback 19:41 Gael Monfils Says Goodbye 21:19 Farewell Season: Tournament Send-Offs 24:25 The Mascot Hand-Holding Controversy 27:35 Tokyo & Beijing: The Best of the Week 33:00 Federer’s Hall of Fame Nomination 37:23 Wrap-Up 🎧

World No. 34 and rising American star Alex Michelsen joins the pod! Fresh off making his Laver Cup debut, Alex joins John, Jack, Sam and Steve to share his journey in tennis and reflect on his year so far. He talks about representing Team World, going up against top players like Carlos Alcaraz, and shares some fun off-court stories from his life on tour. Plus, the boys cover some of the biggest headlines from Shanghai and debate what it means to 'make it' as a pro athlete. 00:00 Sponsor Message 01:33 Debate: What Defines a Professional Athlete? 09:36 Shanghai Masters Preview 13:10 Nalbandian and his Magic Run 22:42 Interview with Alex Michelsen 30:11 Post-Event Reflections and Travel Stories 31:16 Tennis Idols and Early Inspirations 32:21 Realizing Tennis Potential 33:20 Breakthrough Moments and Career Milestones 34:49 Facing Top Players and Building Confidence 36:38 Going Pro and Personal Insights 41:43 Sinner-Alcaraz Dominance 48:55 Time for the Hot Seat! 54:00 How Steve Benched Michelsen for Channelling Novak 56:59 Wrapping Up! ----- Today, get Huel for FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF with this exclusive offer for New Customers only with code nothingmajor at https://huel.com/nothingmajor (Minimum $75 purchase).

Sam, Stevie, Jack, and John are joined once again by everyone’s favorite tennis personality and reporter, Blair Henley! With the Asian Swing in full flow, the crew dives into the buzz from Beijing and Tokyo, including the much-anticipated final between Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz set for tomorrow in the early hours. Blair dishes on the latest gossip inside the tennis world, from Fabio Fognini’s surprise turn on Dancing with the Stars to Felix Auger-Aliassime’s extravagant wedding before the gang swaps stories about quirky fan gifts and unforgettable player parties in Asia. 00:00 Sponsor Message 01:31 We’re Back! 08:52 Taylor Fritz's Travel Adventures 11:05 Beijing Tournament Insights 15:54 Medvedev's Performance and Predictions 18:37 Upcoming Alcaraz vs. Fonseca Exhibition Match 21:48 Tennis Headlines with Blair Henley 22:13 Fabio Fognini on Dancing with the Stars 24:24 Music Complaints and Fan Gifts 28:04 Player Parties and Weddings 31:33 Carlos Alcaraz's Injury and Hair Dye Trends 35:43 Wrapping Up The Episode! Today, get Huel for FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF with this exclusive offer for New Customers only with code nothingmajor at https://huel.com/nothingmajor (Minimum $75 purchase).