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  • Madrid Masters Preview
    2024/04/23

    The Madrid Masters begins on Wednesday. This Week in Tennis hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens break down the men’s side of the draw—topics include;

    Novak Djokovic skips Madrid–will the fans even notice?

    10 different men have won ATP titles on the dirt this season–will we see an eleventh?

    Playing in Madrid is difficult because of the altitude.

    Jannik Sinner has a difficult draw.

    Carlos Alcaraz has a sore arm and 1000 points to defend. Casper Ruud and Stefanos Tsitsipas are both playing well.

    The top half of the draw is difficult. The guys share their thoughts on the favorites, sleepers, and maybe some surprises in store.

    The bottom half of the draw features some interesting matches and tough clay court players. Can Alcaraz defend the 1000 points?

    The guys share their tourney favorites, dark horses, and more. Sign up for the Chip and Charge Tennis Newsletter HERE.
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  • Why is Professional Tennis the most Difficult Sport to Play?
    2024/03/25

    On this edition of This Week in Tennis, hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens discuss the following topics;

    New changes on the ATP Tour. Will Saudi money save professional tennis or turn it into another PGA/LIV Tour with divided stars and a lessened product?

    Why is tennis the hardest sport to play? Play answers a friend's question.


    Aryna Sabalenka–tough as nails.


    What is the future of the current collection of US male tennis players? We share our thoughts and looking forward to hearing yours.


    Chip and Charge Newsletter–subscribe here and stay current on the tennis news you need to win more wagers.

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  • "Summer Girls" and Bad TV Presenters: How to Use Both to Win More Tennis Bets
    2024/02/09


    On this week's episode of the This Week in Tennis podcast, hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens reveal tips for using betting odds and public perception to your advantage.

    They explain the meaning of "Summer Girl" and why slamless players like Andrey Rublev and Ons Jabeur can skew the odds.

    The hosts also discuss the recent coaching changes for Emma Raducanu and Holger Rune. Is there a double standard in how these moves are perceived? Plus, thoughts on improving tennis TV commentary and predictions for the upcoming Delray Open.

    Whether you're a casual fan or an aspiring bettor, join Craig and Phil as they share insider knowledge to help you win big on the ATP and WTA tours. Expert analysis, witty banter, and key strategies—this week on This Week in Tennis!


    Links and Important News

    Phil writes a weekly tennis column and more for Passing Shot Productions. You can follow his work and the rest of the Passing Shot team HERE.

    Sign up for Phil’s Chip and Charge Premium Newsletter and receive daily betting tips and more delivered directly to your inbox.

    Follow Craig @cdsportsmedia and Phil @NaessensPhil


    Links and Important News

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  • 2024 Australian Open Quarterfinal Predictions
    2024/01/22

    Hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens make predictions for all 8 Australian Open quarterfinal matches and much more

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  • 2023 US Open Preview Show!
    2023/08/21

    It’s all about the 2023 US Open, and on this edition of This Week in Tennis, host Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens are excited about the tennis world's final Grand Slam event of the year. Please listen as the guys discuss the following topics.

    Cincinnati

    Big wins for American Coco Gauff and Serbia's Novak Djokovic.

    Is Coco now the favorite to win the 2023 US Open?

    Did Novak Djokovic send Carlos Alcaraz a message with his come-from-behind three-set victory over the young Spainaird?

    2023 US Open Ladies Preview

    The guys begin with some of the pre-tournament longshots to win the 2023 US Open, including dark horses like Gauff, Jennifer Brady, Liudmilla Samsonova, Madison Keys, Mirra Andreeva, and several other players who could fetch a good price during the early rounds.

    US Open Men’s Preview

    This is going to be a fun event, and the guys discuss the obvious favorites, Djokovic and Alcaraz–are they the clear-cut favorites to win the 2023 US Open, or can someone like Daniil Medvedev, Jannik Sinner, or even Alexandar Zverev take home the coveted US Open Trophy.

    The guys look closer at Americans Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton, and Brandon Nakashima. Do they have the goods to make some noise next week in the Big Apple?



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  • Betting Tips for WTA Underdogs
    2023/08/11

    This Week in Tennis is all about the 2023 US Open. On this week’s podcast, hosts Phil Naessens and Craig Doyle discuss the following topics to help better prepare you for the season's final Grand Slam.

    • The ATP players who need a good result at this year's US Open.

    • Betting WTA underdogs: WTA players need a weapon to win as an underdog. The guys share their list of players with weapons who they love to back as underdogs

    • Will Emma Raducanu ever play another match on the WTA Tour?

    • The guys share their thoughts about Toronto, Montreal, and next week’s Western and Southern Open

    • Phil loves listening to Chanda Rubin @Chanda_Rubin and Andrea Petkovic @andreapetkovic call a tennis match.
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  • 2023 Wimbledon Gentlemen's and Ladies Singles Preview and Predictions
    2023/06/30

    On this edition of This Week in Tennis, hosts Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens discuss the following topics.


    Why did the Wimbledon Promotional Poster omit two-time champion Andy Murray but prominently display two players who’ve never won this event?


    The top half of the Gentlemen’s Singles draw is loaded–can Carlos Alcaraz make it out of his half of the draw?


    Novak Djokovic appears to have an easier draw than Alcaraz does. The guys share any possible speed bumps enroute to his 24th Major Title?


    The guys share their thoughts on the Ladies singles draw, offer possible first-round upsets and the guys differ on who they think will win the event.


    Wimbledon first-round predictions for both sides of the draw and the hosts share their best bets for the Champion of the Wimbledon Gentlemen’s and Ladies Singles


    Phil authored a How to Bet on Wimbledon betting guide for MD Betting. Phil also wrote a story about Frances Tiafoe reaching the ATP Top 10 for MD Betting.


    Track all of Phil’s tennis picks throughout the week at Betstamp. Phil previewed the Ladies Singles Tournament for OH Betting and the Gentlemen’s Singles Tournament at MD Betting.


    Follow Phil at @NaessensPhil

    Follow Craig @cdsportsmedia

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  • Frances Tiafoe Top 10 Ranking, Queens Club and Halle Open Quarterfinal Predictions!
    2023/06/19

    On this edition of This Week in Tennis, host Craig Doyle and Phil Naessens discuss the following topics.


    • Frances Tiafoe reaches the Top 10–is he primed to win his first Grand Slam title?
    • Novak Djokovic wins the French Open–will he win a calendar slam?
    • Fake handshakes and politics shouldn’t be a part of the tennis world
    • Queens Club Championships and Quarterfinal Predictions
    • Halle Open Preview and Quarterfinal Predictions


    Track all of Phil’s tennis picks throughout the week at Betstamp.


    Follow Phil at @NaessensPhil


    Follow Craig @cdsportsmedia

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    49 分