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Join former American tennis stars Sam Querrey, John Isner, Steve Johnson, and Jack Sock as they hope to serve up more laughs than Grand Slam titles in a brand new podcast "Nothing Major".
Expect untold tales, a behind the scenes look at life on tour, and relentless banter that only comes from guys who've seen it all (except that elusive major win).
Expect untold tales, a behind the scenes look at life on tour, and relentless banter that only comes from guys who've seen it all (except that elusive major win).
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Sam and John reunite for a lively Wimbledon semifinals preview, dissecting Novak’s grit, Sinner’s form, and whether Fritz can shock Alcaraz. They recap Jack Sock and Bill Ackman’s buzzworthy Newport doubles cameo, toast Fabio Fognini’s surprise retirement, and swap semifinal picks in a split call on Sabalenka vs. Anisimova. The guys reflect on their own Wimbledon semifinal runs (and heartbreaks), the fate of fifth-set tiebreaks, and why some doubles veterans look suspiciously close to the legends circuit. Plus, Sam dishes on playing the Legends event with James Blake—and why Bruno Soares is still too good. All eyes now turn to championship weekend.
00:00 Introduction and Semifinals Overview
02:14 Fabio Fognini's Retirement Announcement
03:59 Men's Semifinals Breakdown: Sinner vs. Shelton
06:40 Ben Shelton's Performance and Future Prospects
08:39 Novak Djokovic's Path to the Semifinals
11:45 Taylor Fritz's Journey to the Semifinals
17:32 Reflecting on Memorable Matches
18:18 Impact of Rule Changes in Tennis
19:55 Women's Draw Analysis
21:48 Semifinal Predictions and Analysis
29:54 Legends Match and Personal Anecdotes
31:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Guests
Sam and Steve return with a round of 16 Wimbledon recap, sharing laughs and tennis insights. Sam brushes elbows with Federer but gets starstruck, while Jack Sock calls in from Newport to reveal his upcoming doubles comeback with hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman—against Bernard Tomic, no less. The guys analyze Dimitrov’s heartbreak, Shelton’s run, and Djokovic’s tight win, plus dive into women’s draw chaos, Andreeva’s rising star, and wild line-calling drama. Special guest Pedro Martinez joins to discuss his surprise Wimbledon run, grass-court game, and the vibe inside the unseeded locker room. Predictions fly as the quarterfinals loom.
00:00 Introduction and Round of 16 Recap
01:58 Upcoming Legends Match: James Blake and Jeremy Chardy
04:34 Jack's Return to Tennis at Newport
09:36 Wimbledon Round of 16 Highlights
16:44 Rublev vs. Alcaraz: A Match Recap
17:57 Cam Norrie’s Epic Battle Against Nicolas Jarry
18:48 Women's Draw Analysis: Round of 16
24:13 Quarterfinal Predictions: Men's and Women's Draw
30:32 Interview with Pedro Martinez
35:52 Bracket Challenge Update and Closing Remarks
Sam and Stevie J hold down a two-man pod for Wimbledon’s Round 3 recap, mixing tennis insights with hilarious behind-the-scenes tales. Sam battles desk nerves and a stubborn stomach ache while interviewing stars like Sinner and Alcaraz, and Stevie recalls his Davis Cup hotdog-eating victory at Andy Roddick’s house. The duo breaks down Sinner’s dominance, Alcaraz’s brief lapses, Novak’s ominous form, and chaos in the women’s draw. Off-court chatter includes Tsitsipas drama, legends events, and the mysteries of Wimbledon’s Final Eight Club. It’s classic Something Major: tennis talk, personal stories, and plenty of laughs.
00:00 Introduction and Wimbledon Round 3 Recap
01:44 Funny Moments and Behind the Scenes
06:34 Match Highlights and Player Performances
08:33 Men's Tennis Analysis
13:58 Women's Tennis Analysis
15:26 Analyzing Iga’s Performance and Predictions
16:33 Emma Navarro's Journey and Grass Court Challenges
17:47 Women's Side Predictions and Surprises
21:31 Goran's Controversial Comments on Tsitsipas
25:24 Legends Match and Final Thoughts
Sam returns to the pod alongside John Isner and Steve Johnson for a packed episode of tennis banter and off-court gossip. The guys dissect Sinner’s dominant form, Alcaraz’s gritty start, and Djokovic’s ominous momentum.
Off-court, they dive into the Tsitsipas-Badosa breakup drama and share laughs about blackout curtains, British breakfasts, and overheated London flats. From upsets like Draper’s fall to Cilic's resurgence, and American hopes with Fritz and Navarro, it’s a comprehensive Wimbledon update mixed with trademark humor and behind-the-scenes insight from the SW19 grounds.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
00:36 Tennis Gossip: Tsitsipas/Badosa Breakup
02:20 Commentary on Recent Matches
07:14 Surprising Wins and Losses
09:04 Discussion on Player Performances
12:36 Unexpected Outcomes and Predictions
17:27 American Players' Performance
18:26 Women's Tournament Highlights
22:25 Predictions and Analysis
25:37 Bracket Standings and Updates
27:39 On-Site Experiences and Final Thoughts
John, Jack, and Stevie break down a wild first round at Wimbledon, including a record-tying 13 upsets in the men’s main draw—matching the most ever in a Grand Slam opening round. The crew dives into the shock exits of Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula, shares their predictions for round two, and checks in on the leaderboard for the Nothing Major Bracket Challenge.
00:00 Wimbledon Carnage: First Round Upsets
05:40 American Players' Performance
12:31 Mental and Physical Challenges in Tennis
14:36 Women's Side: Unexpected Exits
19:09 Madison's Performance and Coco's Future
19:58 Men's Second Round Predictions
20:13 Francis Tiafoe vs. Cameron Norrie
22:00 Jenson Brooksby vs. Sam Querrey
22:49 Taylor Fritz vs. Gabriel Diallo
24:44 Novak Djokovic's Dominance
26:28 Bracket Challenge Update
00:00 Welcome to the Show!
01:37 Hotty Bracket: Women’s Field Debate
03:39 Our Top UK Pet Peeves
15:39 Pre-Wimbledon Week
22:06 Behind the Scenes: Wimbledon Practice Sessions
23:46 Predictions for the 2025 Championships
29:36 The Wimbledon Snake Draft: Building the Perfect Team
36:28 Final Thoughts and Goodbye!
The boys break down what makes Alcaraz so dangerous on grass after his latest London title, and dive into Bublik's chaotic — yet brilliant — run on German soil, highlighted by a big win over Sinner.
We also unpack the WTA action in Berlin, where former Wimbledon champ Marketa Vondrousova lifted the trophy. Could she be the most dangerous seed at The Championships?
Plus, Sam revisits the worst prediction of 2025, and Steve takes a trip down memory lane, reflecting on his first career title in Nottingham — just one week before Wimbledon.
00:00 Welcome to the Show!
01:51 Something Major Wimbledon Edition + Bracket Challenge
05:16 Carlos Alcaraz's Grass Court Dominance in Queen's
14:00 Alexander Bublik's Impressive Run in Halle
19:12 Vondrousova's Victory in Berlin
21:41 Unseeded Threats in Wimbledon
28:13 Nothing Major Coaching for US Open?
29:37 Upcoming Tournaments and Player Insights
31:57 Experiences at Eastbourne and Nottingham
36:26 Final Thoughts and Merch
The boys kick things off by diving into the grass court season, weighing the pros and cons of the Queen’s and Halle tournaments. Along the way, they share some hilarious anecdotes—plus, Sam learns the hard truth that winning Queen’s might not be as impressive as he once thought.
Next, the crew breaks down the US Open Mixed Doubles entry list, unpacking the quirky new format and some spicy team pairings—like Alcaraz and Raducanu. Turns out, Sam’s hot take from last year might actually be coming true.
The episode wraps with a fun segment imagining what jobs top tennis players would have if they weren’t on tour. From Alcaraz as a cabana boy to Sinner working at an amusement park, the guys deliver some oddly accurate (and laugh-out-loud) hypothetical scenarios.
00:00 Intro
00:43 Grass Court Season: Queens and Halle
03:15 Memorable Moments at Queen's Club
08:38 US Open Mixed Doubles Format and Teams
15:13 Wildcard Requests
15:35 Predictions and favorite teams
20:47 Hypothetical Players 9-to-5 Jobs
28:16 Wrapping up
Jack, John, Sam and Steve are back and ready for tennis' seasonal switch to grass.
The boys dive review an action-packed first week of grass-court tennis, discussing the new women's tournament at Queen's and the men's action in Stuttgart and the Netherlands. Tatiana Maria made history in London, and U.S. tennis captured another trophy thanks to Taylor Fritz's much-needed victory in Germany.
They also weigh in on Gael Monfils’ viral video about hate DMs, the new Andy Murray Arena and share (not so) bold predictions for Queen’s and Halle.
00:00 Welcome to the Show
00:17 Tatiana Maria's Remarkable Victory
02:26 Men's Tournaments Recap
03:36 Fritz's Comeback and Performance
08:31 Diallo's Potential and College Tennis
11:41 Ben Shelton's Rapid Rise
15:01 Addressing Online Harassment in Tennis
15:55 Dealing with Hate Messages in Sports
17:15 The New Andy Murray Arena
18:17 Naming Courts After Players: A Tricky Business
19:18 Vacation Spots for Tennis Players
19:48 Predictions for Upcoming Tournaments
26:16 Trivia Time: American Tennis Players in the Top 10
27:43 Goodbye!
The guys wrap up the thrilling clay court season with a deep dive into the epic Roland Garros final. They also answer fan questions—covering everything from Sam's potential TV career to hilarious locker room stories, including the possible funniest story ever 'Wienergate'.
As the discussion shifts to the grass court season, the guys reveal their preparation routines and share their take on surface transitions.
Plus, the show welcomes JoeyDonuts, the winner of the Roland Garros bracket challenge, for chat where he breaks down his draw selection and poses a hot question about his favorite Joao Fonseca.
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Recap of Roland Garros and Sam's TV Experience
03:59 Discussion on the Epic Roland Garros Final
09:53 Fan Questions and Insights
17:51 Locker Room Stories and Funny Moments
24:14 The Baguette Story
25:15 Match Points and Championship Matches
29:12 Introducing Joey Donuts
34:05 Transitioning to Grass Court Season
42:58 Anniversary Mishap
Finals Day at Roland Garros delivered—big time. The guys react to an all-time classic men’s final, where Carlos Alcaraz edged Jannik Sinner in a five-hour, 29-minute thriller filled with jaw-dropping shotmaking and momentum swings. They debate whether it ranks as a top-three match of all time and what it means for the sport’s future. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff outlasts Aryna Sabalenka in blustery conditions, proving her grit and poise. The squad also tackles hot takes on prime Rafa vs. the new era, roof rules, and celebrates their bracket winners—congrats Joey Donuts! Plus: trivia, flowers for Stevie, and wrap-up plans.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:41 Discussing the Epic Men's Final
01:22 Analyzing Key Moments and Predictions
03:26 Reflecting on the Match and Player Performances
05:54 Comparing Generations and Player Legacies
14:17 Transition to Women's Final Discussion
14:55 Debate: Roof Open or Closed?
17:14 Coco Gauff's Impressive Comeback
19:37 Analyzing Sabalenka's Performance
20:54 Future of Women's Tennis
22:35 Bracket Update and Winners
25:49 Trivia and Wrap-Up
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Jack and Sam return for a two-man show to break down the French Open semifinals and preview the finals. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff cruises past surprise wildcard Louisa Boisson, while Aryna Sabalenka powers through Iga Świątek in a roof-closed slugfest. The guys debate who has the edge in the final.
On the men’s side, Jannik Sinner eliminates Novak Djokovic in straight sets, while Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Lorenzo Musetti in a tense three-set battle. The pod squad splits on Sinner vs. Alcaraz predictions, plus bracket challenge updates and an excellent fan question.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:19 Shoutouts and Fan Interactions
02:19 Women's Semifinals Recap
11:16 Men's Semifinals Recap
15:06 Unexpected Efforts and Setbacks
16:54 Alcaraz vs. Sinner: The Anticipated Final
18:06 Predictions and Analysis
20:13 Player Strategies and Insights
23:41 Fan Questions and Wrap-Up
John and Jack break down a thrilling quarterfinal round and look ahead to the blockbuster semifinals at Roland Garros. Djokovic turns back the clock to beat Zverev, setting up a showdown with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz advances easily, while Musetti stirs controversy in his win over Tiafoe. On the women’s side, French wildcard Lois Boisson stuns again and faces Coco Gauff next. Sabalenka vs. Swiatek headlines the semis in a heavyweight clash. The guys also touch on bracket drama, the Paris crowd, and tackle a wild mailbag question: could they take Sinner 2-on-1? It’s a packed and punchy episode.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
00:53 Men's Quarterfinals Recap: Djokovic vs. Zverev
02:52 Semifinals Preview: Djokovic vs. Sinner
06:00 Bottom Half of the Men's Draw: Alcaraz and Musetti
10:52 Women's Semifinals: The Underdog Story of Boisson
12:52 Women's Semifinals: Swiatek vs. Sabalenka
16:19 Bracket Updates and Fan Questions
19:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Live from Paris, the crew recaps the Round of 16 and looks ahead to blockbuster quarterfinals at Roland Garros. Sam shares on-site stories, including a hilariously honest interview with Alexander Bublik. The guys break down Ben Shelton’s impressive run, Francis Tiafoe’s chances against Musetti, and Tommy Paul’s shot at upsetting Alcaraz. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff and Madison Keys are set for an all-American showdown, while wildcard Diane Parry continues her dream run. They also preview a massive Djokovic vs. Zverev clash and debate who’s most likely to lift the trophy. Toss in bracket challenge banter and merch updates—this is a packed episode of Something Major you don’t want to miss.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:16 Match Highlights and Player Insights
03:19 American Players in Focus
06:11 Ben Shelton's Performance and Future
09:41 Francis Tiafoe vs. Lorenzo Musetti Preview
12:53 Tommy Paul vs. Carlos Alcaraz Preview
15:29 Novak Djokovic's Dominance
17:48 Betting Odds and Predictions
18:40 Novak Djokovic's Performance
21:51 Sinner's Dominance
23:20 Women's Quarterfinals Analysis
30:36 Bracket Updates and Predictions
34:35 Fan Questions and Merchandise
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The squad recaps Round 3 of Roland Garros, noting the Americans that are lighting it up across the board. They break down big wins from Tiafoe, Paul, and Shelton, debate whether Sinner is unbeatable, and throw out predictions on the men's and women’s draws. Plus: weird desk interviews, Rublev confusion, the Baby Heater effect, and a near-meltdown from Sam in a studio sauna. Full chaos, full Paris vibes.
00:00 Introduction and Round Three Recap
01:06 American Players Shine at the French Open
03:04 Analyzing Key Matches and Players
05:53 Unexpected Challenges and Player Performances
10:24 Women's Tournament Highlights
13:22 Maddie Key's Match Points
14:46 Women's Round of 16 Predictions
16:17 Men's Round of 16 Predictions
22:11 Bracket Challenge and Final Predictions
24:01 Wrapping Up and Announcements
In part two of our special interview with former World No. 7 Richard Gasquet, the French legend dives deeper into his career with stories, insights, and honesty only a recently retired pro can offer.
Richard compares generations, reflects on his toughest matchups, and settles the debate on the greatest one-handed backhand of all time. The guys also get him talking rituals, rivalries, and the mysterious origins of his famously oversized grip.
Plus, Sam and Steve quiz Richard on the best shots and smartest players of his era—and yes, the merch is finally here.
00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One
00:43 Discussing the Young American Tennis Players
00:54 French Tennis and Pushing Each Other to Success
02:24 Generational Differences in Tennis
05:47 Reflecting on Career and Achievements
12:58 Challenges of Competing Against the Best
16:27 Evolution of Tennis Skills
16:46 Hypothetical Grand Slam Wins
17:43 Player Superlatives
19:08 Toughest Opponents
22:32 Preferred Playing Surfaces
23:41 Memorable Moments and Rituals
26:55 Conclusion and Merch Announcement
Live from Roland Garros, the crew breaks down Round 2 of the French Open with on-the-ground insights from Sam Querrey, behind-the-scenes moments, and big-picture debates about player fatigue and ATP rules. They unpack surprise upsets, standout performances, and the hot-button controversy around the tour's schedule. Plus: American matchups to watch, a salute to Richard Gasquet, merch madness, and some questionable takes on macarons. It’s tennis, banter, and chaos—Paris style.
00:00 Introduction and Round Two Recap
00:19 Day Five Impressions and Player Interviews
02:01 Match Highlights and Upsets
02:50 Men's Draw Analysis and Player Insights
06:13 Player Burnout and ATP Rules Discussion
11:26 Top Half of Men's Draw and Key Matches
15:38 Favorites and Predictions
18:02 All-American Third Round Matchup Predictions
19:52 WTA Top Seeds Progress
21:36 American Women in the Third Round
23:30 Paris Highlights and Player Updates
26:52 Bracket Updates and Merch Announcement
Roland Garros is underway, which means we’re back with Something Major, our round-by-round recap and preview show from the second Grand Slam of 2025.
For the next two weeks, we’ll be dropping episodes every other day, keeping you locked in on all the action from Paris.
We kick off this episode with Rafa’s emotional retirement ceremony, then dive into the chaos and highlights from Round 1. From a few American shockers to business-like performances from the top seeds, there was no shortage of storylines through the first three days in the French capital.
The boys close out the episode by previewing Round 2 and revealing their updated Roland Garros men’s brackets. And finally, some exciting news: Nothing Major merch has officially landed!!
Grab yours now at Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/catpage-NMPODPP.html
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:58 Rafael Nadal Tribute Discussion
02:38 First Round Upsets and Highlights
04:27 Medvedev vs. Norrie Match Analysis
07:27 American Players' Performance
11:06 Women's Tournament Highlights
13:58 Round Two Previews
16:03 Tommy Paul vs. Martin Fvi Analysis
16:46 Gael Monfils Match Update
17:18 Media Dining and Long Workdays
17:38 Richard Gasquet's Upcoming Match
17:47 Over/Under Game Predictions
18:26 Gasquet's Chances Against Sinner
20:29 Nadal vs. Federer Ceremony Comparison
21:44 Naming the Stadium After Nadal
23:42 Djokovic's Future Celebration
25:05 Wrap-Up and Merch Announcement
Former World No. 7 and 18-time non-major winner, Richard Gasquet joins this week’s episode for the first of a special two-part interview.
Richard opens up about his decision to retire in 2025, the emotions around playing his final tournament at Roland Garros, his early memories facing the Nothing Major crew, and his hilarious odds of actually winning the French Open.
Plus, Sam and John relive a legendary Ethiopian dinner in Geneva en route to Paris, and Steve jumps in to break down the (slightly controversial) results of the Aura Draw.
Plus Sam and Stevie break down their recent match against two 4.5-level amateurs in the ultimate 0-40 challenge.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:32 Welcome Back and Personal Updates
01:47 French Open Preparations
02:48 Memories of Geneva
04:01 Ethiopian Dinner Adventure
08:05 Train Rides and Tournament Preparations
11:06 Favorite Hotels and Dining Spots in Paris
15:15 Qualifying Matches and Final French Open
18:08 Interview with Richard Gasquet
25:08 Reflecting on a Tennis Career
26:18 Memories of Monte Carlo 2008
27:17 The Final Grand Slam Attempt
29:47 A Lifetime in Tennis
32:36 Discussing the French Open Odds
37:23 Fun Tennis Challenges and Bracket Predictions
45:57 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead
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With Sam still digging holes in Turks and Caicos and Jack on the move, John and Steve are running the show as they recap a blockbuster finals weekend in Rome.
The duo breaks down the Alcaraz vs. Sinner showdown and debates who’s the favorite heading into Roland Garros, plus they celebrate Jasmine Paolini’s emotional win on home soil.
Curious about why Tommy Paul isn’t making his car payments, John takes matters into his own hands with a surprise FaceTime attempt.
Steve reacts to the early surprises from the opening rounds of the Aura Draw, and the boys tease what’s next for the return of Something Major.
00:00 Introduction and Today's Agenda
00:35 Hosts and Missing Members
01:49 Recap of Rome Men's Final
09:12 Recap of Rome Women's Final
15:48 Upcoming ATP Schedule and Geneva Preview
19:02 Hamburg Tournament Insights
21:06 Sasha's Playing Style and Tournament Decisions
22:43 Tommy Paul's Car Payment Saga
24:07 FaceTiming Tommy Paul Live
27:58 The Aura Draw Quarterfinals
30:51 Upcoming French Open Coverage
31:51 Doubles Match with Sam Querrey
33:31 Tragic Loss in the Tennis Community
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