Weekly Tennis News
“This Week’s Drop Shots” details the latest results, hot takes, and breaking news from around the tennis world in a quick and easy-to-read format.
This Week’s Drop Shots
Wondering what’s happening around the tennis world this week? We’ve got you covered.
Let’s take a look at all the latest content from Cracked Racquets and get you caught up on the latest news.
2021 Laver Cup Recap
Tennis Channel Live Host Steve Weissman joins the show to help Host Alex Gruskin recap the 2021 Laver Cup. They discuss what rule changes are (or are not) needed for the event, debate the role of team tennis in the broader tennis ecosystem, talk NFL/Tennis comps, and so much more!!
Listen to the episode by clicking here.
This Week’s Player Breakdown
Jiri Lehecka: The Most Promising Young Czech
Cracked Racquets contributor Damian Kust took the time tyhis week to take a look at the recent success of young Czech ATP Player Jiri Leheca. You can learn about his improvement during the pandemic season, recent challenger success, comparison to Tomas Berdych, and more!
Check out the article by clicking here.
ATP Challenger Tour Updates
Damian Kust was also featured on two Great Shot Podcasts this week that focused on the ATP Challenger Tour.
On the most recent episode of the GSP, Damian Kust joins Host Alex Gruskin to name their most interesting players to watch on the ATP Challenger Tour down the 2021 season’s home stretch. They discuss the rise of 19 year-old Jiri Lehecka, examine the resurgence of Stefan Kozlov, explain why Thiago Tirante, Juan Pablo Varillas, and JJ Wolf are all must-watch players, and so much more!!
Listen to the podcast by clicking here.
On his weekly episode, Damian Kust is joined by Jakub Bobro to recap another exciting week on the ATP Challenger Tour. They discuss the end to Liam Broady’s seven-year quest for a CH title, why playing clay events at high altitudes changes everything, Thiago Monteiro rebuilding his confidence, and so much more!!
Listen to the episode by clicking here.
History of Teenage Success on WTA Tour
Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin looks at the history of teenage success on the WTA Tour in our latest YouTube series.
In the first video of the sereies, Gruskin explains why Monica Seles remains the Gold standard (and likely untouchable) for Teenage Success, and looks at some of the other prominent teenage performances over the last three decades. He then discusses the success of the current teenagers on tour, and contextualizes their results within the broader WTA history.
There are also videos looking at the success of Emma Raducanu, Coco Gauff, and Leylah Fernandez, with more to come next week.
One-On-One with Cam Norrie (ATP #28)
Live From San Diego Open
Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin speaks with World #28 Cam Norrie following his first round win at the San Diego Open. They speak about Cam’s victory over Dom Koepfer, his breakout 2021 season, what clicked this year, and so much more!!
Listen to the episode by clicking here.
Compete in the Next CR Tournament
October 2021
USTA Level 5 – Boys’ & Girls’ 18U
When: October 22-24, 2021
Where: Indianapolis, IN
Who: Girls’ 18 & Under, Boys’ 18 & Under
Tournament link is available here.
November 2021
USTA Level 1 – Boys’ 12U Indoor National Championship
When: November 26-29, 2021
Where: Indianapolis, IN
Who:Boys’ 12 & Under
Tournament link and information coming soon!