Day 10 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals joined by the agent of Andrey Rublev, Alex De Minaur and Daria Kasatkina, John Morris! Live from the ATP Finals in Turin!

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These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!

Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on all podcast platforms and YouTube!

In This Episode:

In this conversation, Dan is joined by John Morris, a sports agent, who provides insights into player management, the challenges faced by athletes, and the importance of being prepared for high-stakes matches.

John Morris talks about what happens behind the scenes when one of his players, Daria Kasatkina, gets called up last minute for the WTA Finals.

John Morris also talks about the feeling players such as Rublev and De Minaur have to end of year events such as the ATP Finals and the importance of these compared to Grand Slams. As well as his players aims for the year and how Novak Djokovic withdrawing effects his players.

The discussion also touches on the cultural changes in Saudi Arabia regarding women's rights, the commercial opportunities for players, and the overall experience of the tournament in Riyadh compared to Turin.

Dan also talks about the Gaby and Erins 3rd win in a row in the group stage as they get ready and prepare for their semi-finals battle against Melichar-Martinez and Perez!

Predictions for the finals and reflections on the tournament's significance are also shared.

Dan also discusses the audiences during the finals as well as Coco Gauff being one of the first to speak out about her concerns before coming to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

A really great insight into the behind the scenes of what happens when tennis players make it to these prestigious events in terms of sponsorships, reaching out to brands and much more!

Chapters

00:00 WTA Finals Overview and Key Matches

02:57 Insights from John Morris on Player Management

05:56 Performance Analysis: Players and Conditions

08:45 ATP Finals Preview and Player Insights

11:54 Commercial Importance of ATP Finals

14:43 Cultural Impact of Tennis in Saudi Arabia

17:47 Final Predictions and Closing Thoughts

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Day 9 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals joined by the sister of Erin Routliffe, Tara Routliffe.

Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!

These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!

Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!

In This Episode:

Dan is joined by Tara Routliffe who is also out in Riyadh and is here who share her experiences and insights from the WTA tournament in Riyadh.

Tara discusses the luxurious treatment of players, the cultural adjustments required in Saudi Arabia, and the importance of humour and camaraderie within the team, sharing insight into Erin Routliffe and Gaby Dabrowski's training camp.

Tara gives a great insight into a different perspective of being at the WTA Finals, supporting her sister and her experience of Riyadh.

The conversation also discusses women's rights in the region, predictions for the tournament, and fan interactions, culminating in Tara's reflections on her time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Finishes with Dan reviewing the latest results, what this means for the rest of the tournament and player to look out for.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Episode

02:29 Tara's Experience in Riyadh

05:18 Insights on Women's Rights and Local Culture

07:23 The Importance of Humor and Team Dynamics

11:08 Quickfire Round: Experiences in Riyadh

16:10 Predictions for the Tournament

18:27 Fan Questions and Lighthearted Moments

24:08 Tara's Favorite Moments and Reflections

26:37 Wrap-Up and Future Plans

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Day 8 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals including Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's incredible comeback win against Paolini and Errani.

Which also secures them top of the white group and therefore through to the semi-finals!

Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!

These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!

Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!

In this episode:

Dan Kiernan discusses the impressive rollercoaster match and comeback of Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe in their match against Paolini and Errani. He analyses their performance, the tactical shifts made during the match, and the importance of mindset in doubles tennis.

The conversation also touches on the performances of other players, including Jess Pegula and Coco Gauff, and looks ahead to upcoming matches and tournament predictions.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Reflections on the WTA Finals and Gaby and Erins match

09:20 Tactical Insights: Understanding Opponent Strategies

18:24 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Predictions

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