E36. One Handed Backhand is Dead, Cameo & Appearance Fees
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In this episode, Chris discusses various tennis news and tournaments. He talks about the evolution of the one-handed backhand and the decline of players using it. He also discusses Carlos Alcaraz's performance in Buenos Aires and his recent struggles. Chris highlights Jannik Sinner's rise in the tennis world and his recent win in Rotterdam. He shares his thoughts on Lululemon's tennis outfits and comments on the fashion choices of players like Milos Raonic. Chris also discusses the Super Bowl, Renee Stubbs' tweets, and the controversy surrounding playing in Qatar. He shares his opinions on political matters. Takeaways The one-handed backhand is becoming less common in men's tennis, with players like Federer being the exception. Jannik Sinner is emerging as a top player, while Carlos Alcaraz is experiencing a slump. Lululemon's tennis outfits have received mixed reviews. There are controversies surrounding playing in Qatar and the treatment of transgender athletes in sports. Venus Williams receiving a wild card entry into Indian Wells raises questions about the fairness of such decisions. 01:00Tsitsipas and the Evolution of the One-Handed Backhand 05:09Carlos Alcaraz's Performance in Buenos Aires 08:06Alcaraz's Recent Struggles and the Rise of Jannik Sinner09:02Results of the Rotterdam Tournament 10:27Fashion Commentary on Lululemon's Tennis Outfits 11:57Discussion on Hubert Hurkacz and His Playing Style 12:27Concerns about Holger Rune's Performance 13:23Results of the Delray Beach Tournament 14:20Women's Tournament in Doha and Controversy Surrounding Playing in Qatar 15:43Thoughts on the Super Bowl and Travis Kelce's Behavior 17:09Renee Stubbs' Tweets and the Concept of Cameo 19:00Discussion on Maria Sakkari and Her Split from Coach 20:25Amelie Mauresmo's Legal Troubles 21:53Martina Navratilova's Tweets on Transgender Athletes and Political Views 23:20Opinions on Joe Biden and Donald Trump 26:36Venus Williams' Wild Card Entry into Indian Wells 28:27Morgan Riddle Experience at the Super Bowl and Harassment
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