Tennis Weekly Podcast
A weekly tennis discussion by three British fans, focusing on deep-dive draw analysis and structured predictions for ATP and WTA tours.
This is a co-hosted roundtable discussion focused almost exclusively on previewing and recapping professional tennis tournaments. Episodes are structured around analyzing the men's and women's draws quarter-by-quarter, debating player form, and making a standard set of predictions. It's a show by knowledgeable fans for an audience that wants to go deeper than casual headlines, delivered with the feel of a pub chat.
“The show's strength is its highly structured and recurring prediction segments ('First top 10 seed out,' 'Player to watch,' 'Bold prediction') which provide a consistent framework for every tournament preview. Unlike pundit-driven shows, it maintains a pure "by fans, for fans" perspective.”
Who hosts this show
Founded in 2017 by Joel Girling, who was later joined by Kim Mackenzie and Chris, the Tennis Weekly Podcast is a fan-produced show that started as 'The Passing Shot'. The trio of hosts offers a mix of weekly tour catch-ups, round-by-round Grand Slam coverage, and special episodes like the 'Book Club'. They have reported from numerous major tournaments, including the US Open and French Open, and have made guest appearances on BBC Radio. The show rebranded from 'The Passing Shot' to 'Tennis Weekly' in 2022.
Credentials & credits
- Chris Bowers: Tennis journalist and historian
- Chris Bowers: Commentator for Eurosport, ESPN, BBC Radio
- Chris Bowers: Author of biographies on Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic
- Chris Bowers: Executive Director of Tennis Radio Network
- Joel Girling: Founder & Co-Host
- Kim Mackenzie: Co-Host
Other ventures
- Chris Bowers: Author of multiple books on tennis and politics
- Chris Bowers: Communications consultant for the European Federation for Transport and Environment
- The podcast was the official podcast for the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in London
- The hosts have made multiple appearances on BBC Radio
When new episodes drop
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Notable episodes
- 01Wimbledon Draw REACTION!! Serena's EASY opener, Draper's NIGHTMARE R1 Fritz draw + Sinner is BACK!
A comprehensive breakdown of the full Wimbledon 2026 draw, featuring analysis of major players and a pre-recorded clip of host Chris interviewing Cam Norrie.
- 02Wimbledon PREDICTIONS! Can Serena go on a RUN? Will Sinner DEFEND title or is Djokovic winning 25?
Showcases the show's signature prediction format, with each host making their picks for champion, upsets, and players to watch for Wimbledon 2026.
- 03Serena Williams IS playing Wimbledon SINGLES, Murray + Draper UNITE and Vondrousova's 4 year BAN!
A typical news-reaction episode, where the hosts discuss a major story (Serena's wildcard) and its implications for the upcoming tournament.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a co-hosted chat show, not an interview-based format. The three hosts (Joel, Kim, and Chris) discuss news and tournament draws in a conversational style. Around major tournaments, they release multiple episodes, often breaking down the men's and women's draws separately. The show occasionally includes short, pre-recorded interview clips from press events.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
7 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
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6- Q.01
“What is your prediction for the first quarter?”
This question kicks off their signature segment, used to structure their draw analysis by moving systematically through the bracket.
- Q.02
“What is your semi-final and final lineup?”
This follows the quarter-final discussion to build out each host's complete tournament prediction.
- Q.03
“Who is your first top 10 seed to go out?”
A recurring segment designed to pinpoint a potential high-profile, early-round upset.
- Q.04
“Who is your player to watch?”
A segment used to highlight a non-obvious or unseeded player who the hosts expect to have a strong tournament.
- Q.05
“What is your bold prediction?”
The final prediction segment, designed to elicit a surprising, unlikely, or controversial take from each host.
- Q.06
“What did you make of the draw [Player Name] was given?”
A common opening to frame the discussion around a top seed or major player's path through the tournament.
controversy
1- Q.01
“Do you think it matters that [Player Name] is seeded [Number]?”
Used to explore the implications of seeding, especially for top players with lower-than-usual rankings due to injury or form.
Signature segments
- · Quarter-by-quarter predictions
- · Bold prediction
- · Player to watch
- · First top 10 seed to go out
- · Collect A Set
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show does not typically feature live interviews. Guests appear infrequently, sometimes as pre-recorded clips from press conferences or sponsor events (e.g., a Q&A with a professional player like Cam Norrie).
- Cam Norrieon Wimbledon Draw REACTION!! Serena's EASY opener, Draper's NIGHTMARE R1 Fritz draw + Sinner is BACK!
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast has a recurring partnership with tennis brand Babolat. They also feature sponsors related to specific tournaments, such as a collaboration with Christy towels for a Wimbledon promotion. Sponsorship appears integrated, with hosts attending and recording content from sponsor events.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts?
- The podcast is hosted by three tennis fans: Joel Girling, Kim Mackenzie, and Chris. Chris is a veteran tennis journalist, commentator, and author.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a weekly co-hosted discussion that analyzes ATP and WTA tour news. Episodes are often structured as tournament previews, with detailed draw analysis and prediction segments.
- Is this an interview podcast?
- No, it is primarily a roundtable discussion. It does not feature regular guest interviews, though it sometimes includes short clips from press events or player Q&As.
- How often does it release episodes?
- A new episode is released weekly on Mondays, with increased frequency (often daily) during Grand Slam tournaments like Wimbledon.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The Tennis Weekly Podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
- What was the podcast's original name?
- The podcast was founded in 2017 under the name 'The Passing Shot' and was rebranded to 'Tennis Weekly' in 2022.
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- [02]Tennis Weekly Websitetennisweekly.co.uk
- [03]Tennis Weekly Podcast | Sports Podcast Awardssportspodcastawards.com
- [04]Chris Bowers | Tennis Journalistchrisbowers.com
- [05]Meet the team - Tennis Radio Networktennisradionetwork.com
- [06]Tennis Weekly - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [07]Chris Bowers - Pan Macmillan South Africapanmacmillan.co.za
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