The Mini-Break [Tennis Podcast]
"The Mini-Break" is a daily podcast that brings you the latest news and analysis from the world of tennis. Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin, this podcast covers the biggest storylines, results, and controversies from both college and professional tennis.
Each episode features in-depth analysis and expert commentary on the latest happenings in the world of tennis, as well as interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. From top players and coaches to analysts and brand leaders, "The Mini-Break" offers a unique and comprehensive look at the world of tennis. Tune in each day for the latest news and insights!
1151
The State of American Men's Tennis & What to Watch
Host Alex Gruskin offers listeners tennis content to watch during another weekend in quarantine.
17 min
1152
Elena Rybakina: Hot Start or Something More?
On today’s show, host Alex Gruskin looks at Elena Rybakina’s incredible start to her 2020 season
24 min
1153
A Book, a Match, and a Piece of Content For You...
Host Alex Gruskin offers his recommendations for one tennis-related book, one youtube match highlight video, and one piece of Cracked Racquets content for your mid-week lulls.
17 min
1154
Technique Tuesday: Fixing Mental Block Tennis F...
Former ATP Top 400 and MyTennisHQ co-founder Karue Sell joins the show to discuss his latest article “Mental Block Tennis Forehand - How to fix it”.
56 min
1155
Different Strokes, From Different Folks
Host Alex Gruskin and Jamie McDonald give their Top 3, non-Big 3 forehands, one-handed backhands, two-handed backhands, movers, and servers.
46 min
1156
Tennis Channel's Steve Weissman On the State of...
Tennis Channel’s Steve Weissman joins today’s episode to discuss the state of tennis in the wake of the coronavirus.
66 min
1157
Marc Lucero on Coronavirus, Universal Basic Inc...
Tennis Channel Analyst and Professional Tennis Coach Marc Lucero joins today’s show to discuss a variety of topics.
62 min
1158
The French Open Makes a Move
Host Alex Gruskin discusses the French Tennis Federation’s decision to push back Roland Garros’s start date and the implications of that choice.
24 min
1159
2020 In Review: Is Cristian Garin a Clay Court ...
On today's episode, hosts Jamie McDonald and Alex Gruskin talk about the early season successes of Cristian Garin.
37 min
1160
2020 In Review: Novak Djokovic Rolls Into New S...
On today’s episode, co-pilots Jamie McDonald and Alex Gruskin take a step back to look at some of the bigger narratives emerging from the 2020 season thus far.
41 min
1161
Dear Seniors, Thank you
On today’s episode, host Alex Gruskin offers a tribute to all of the seniors who’s final seasons were swept away amidst the 2020 season’s cancellation.
9 min
1162
Coronavirus Causes Further Cancellations
On today’s episode, a somber host Alex Gruskin discusses the continuing impact of the coronavirus on the tennis world.
19 min
1163
Week 8 College Tennis Roundtable
Chris Halioris and Matt Stachowiak join Host Alex Gruskin to run through another slate of stellar college tennis results from the past week.
70 min
1164
Examining the Impact of Coronavirus on the Spor...
On today’s episode, Kentucky Sports radio founder Matt Jones joins host Alex Gruskin to further examine the impact of the emerging coronavirus.
30 min
1165
Another Championship Sunday in the Books... But...
On today’s episode, Host Alex Gruskin recaps what could be the last Championship Sunday on tour for the foreseeable future.
29 min
1166
Emergency Pod: Holy $@#%, They Canceled Indian ...
Host Alex Gruskin offers his reaction to the stunning news that Indian Wells has been cancelled due to concerns about the coronavirus
13 min
1167
American Men Go 10-3, Svitolina and Konta Advance
On today’s episode, host Alex Gruskin sets the scene for another Championship weekend on the ATP and WTA tours.
37 min
1168
Fernandez and Nakashima Keep Rolling
On today’s show, host Alex Gruskin breaks down Wednesday’s action from the tennis world.
33 min
1169
Jack Sock Wins, Konta Knocks Off Clijsters, and...
On today’s episode, host Alex Gruskin looks at the action going on in Indian Wells, Monterrey, and Lyon this week.
33 min
1170
The (Somewhat) Calm Before the Sunshine Duo Storm
On today’s episode, host Alex Gruskin discusses the Pre-Indian Wells action happening across the tennis world.
29 min
1171
Emergency College Tennis Roundtable
Chris Halioris and Matt Stachowiak join host Alex Gruskin for an emergency College Tennis Roundtable edition of the podcast. The guys discuss all of the results from around the country.
90 min
1172
Instant Reaction: Djokovic Defeats Monfils in D...
On this bonus episode, Gruskin gives his instant reaction to Novak Djokovic’s thrilling comeback victory over Gael Monfils to advance to the finals in Dubai.
15 min
1173
Zarazua's/Fernandez's Dream Weeks Continue; Isn...
On today’s episode, host Alex Gruskin sets the scene heading into another Championship weekend on tour.
34 min
1174
'97 Americans Keep Rolling, Jabeur Makes Histor...
On today’s episode, host Alex Gruskin recaps all of the action from Wednesday in the professional tennis world.
33 min
1175
Kyrgios Withdraws, Rybakina Keeps Winning, Sloa...
On part two of today’s Mini-Break, host Alex Gruskin runs through Tuesday’s results from the pro tour.
26 min