The Gay Tennis Podcast

Tony talks with his friend Myles David from Tuned into Tennis about the US Open’s strange final weekend. Here’s what we get into: * We talk out our feelings after a pretty off-putting final weekend at the US Open. * Why people complaining about “making tennis about race” or “sexuality” are annoying. * Breaking down our thoughts on all 4 singles finalists. * Our favorite viral moments from the US Open, including Nipcaraz, influencer talk and much more. * Talking about Taylor Townsend’s big moment and why Siniakova is one of the doubles GOATs. * Why Tony is calling slams the WTA + Carlos Alcaraz from now on. Want more from us? Subscribe to our Substack for free ! You can also choose the paid subscription option for bonus episodes and articles. And if you want the bonus episodes to flow into your podcast player with your free episodes, follow these directions . For more from us, follow us on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

My new episode is a full breakdown of the historic match between the only two out gay active professional male pro players: Mika Brunold and João Lucas Reis da Silva. The episode includes: * The response from around the world. * Mika’s incredible speech during the trophy ceremony. * Hear from a listener Armin, who was at the match and explains his experience (it’s amazing). * My reaction to the match itself, what it means bigger picture and what I hope happens next. Watch the entire trophy ceremony here (thanks to @eretzsport022 on YT), or see a clip of Mika telling João about how much he inspired him: Want more content? Subscribe to our Substack for free or choose the paid option for even more content! And if you want the bonus episodes to flow into your podcast player with your free episodes, follow these directions . Follow along for more from us on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com Hi Gay for Pay Tennis Fans! Hear about my dramatic day and evening watching one of the best days in slam tennis. I break down: * Carlos Alcaraz vs Ben Shelton * I had my “send fiber supplements” moment at a gay gym while playing tennis * The late start times at the US Open * Why Noskova vs Sabalenka was the best match of the tournament for me and Sabalenka’s best w…

We’re joined by our friend Hanlon Walsh to talk all things US Open, including the match of the tournament: Alex Eala vs Iva Jovic. Here’s the lip sync battle I compare Eala vs Jovic to. ICONIC , just like the match: Other US Open topics include: * Forecasting the rest of the women’s draw. * The highs and lows of Madison Keys. * What’s happening on the men’s side, particularly with Taylor Fritz? Are we looking at another Zverev final? * A *wild* return of the Williams Sisters to doubles. * The biggest doubles storylines to follow the rest of the tournament. Want more content? Subscribe to our Substack ! There’s a free and paid version - and we appreciate your support of either! Follow along with the rest of the US Open on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com Hi Tennis Gay for Pay listeners! Another bonus episode for you, which includes: * Calf king Musetti vs short King Arthur Fery match review * Tatiana Maria tortures Jelean Ostapenko * What’s going on with Ashe under the roof? * Watching Madison Keys, Potapova, Bergs and more * Why rain and postponements felt homophobic Here are some photos from my day at the Open: Subscribe here: https://thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com Hello subscribers! Thanks again for your support! In your first bonus episode, you’ll hear me chat about: * Why pride flags are at half-mast bc of the Arthur Fils loss * Carlos wins and says free the nipple! * I discuss a few events I attended in NYC, including Maria Sharapova’s ‘Pretty Tough’ live with Hannah Berner. It was part of my epic gay tennis Sunday F…

We’re joined by Tuned into Tennis creator Myles David to chat all things US Open singles. Listen to hear: * A complete breakdown of the women’s and men’s singles draws at the US Open, including a disagreement on if Sabalenka has a good draw or not. * Predictions: Who does Tony and Myles think will win this year’s tournament? * They play a game where Tony asks Myles if he agrees with his tennis trade first round matches. Have you subscribed for additional episodes and posts? You can do it here . And if you want your free episodes in the same feed as your subscription-only episodes, you have two options: For Apple and all other feeds, follow the directions in the welcome email. For Spotify, follow these simple directions . Follow along the rest of my US Open experience on Substack , Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Girl it’s been a whirlwind 48 hours in NYC. Listen to my newest episode to hear all about: * Watching Serena and Carlos live (with T.Kyle!) * How I’m basically Taylor Swift on the charts * Why Iryna Shymoanovich is my girl * All the mixed doubles drama * Watching Carlos Alcaraz practice Arthur Fils (it was a lot) * Tips for what to do your first day at a slam Follow along the rest of my US Open experience on Substack , Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

We’re officially a Substack podcast! It’s almost as exciting as Serena and Carlos Alcaraz playing mixed doubles together. I head to the US Open TODAY (!) and wanted to record a short but important episode. Some important information: If you want to continue listening to the free version of the podcast, you don’t need to do anything. The pod should show up on your podcast player as it normally does. BUT if you’d like to get additional articles, videos, podcast episodes and more (plus support the pod), use these links: * S ubscribe to the free or paid version of Substack * Donate to Tony’s trip to NYC * Directions on how to access paid podcast episodes What’s in store for this episode besides me asking you to things? I chat: * Serena and Carlos playing together * American men heating up just in time * Who is going to win the women’s event? Lastly, listen to Tony guest with Aaron from Healing Arts from the Borderland. There’s a lot more content to come from the US Open in the next few weeks. Don’t miss a thing by following us on Instagram , Twitter or the aforementioned Substack! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Tony welcomes tennis journalist and Bounces creator Ben Rothenberg back to the podcast. Here’s what they get into: Tony complains about his traumatizing eyebrow waxing and sweat incidents. The new WTA genetics testing rule that Ben broke earlier this summer. Ben describes the live Alex Eala experience from the Washington tournament. Talking Alex Eala’s game, future and if players can take better advantage of her serve. Rafael Jodar’s game and personality. The ATP Recession: What’s the bright side? Is Tony more like Djokovic than he thought? All this and more! Subscribe to Ben’s Substack, Bounces , and read his incredible reporting on the WTA’s new genetic testing rule . Check out the Out Wide podcast’s episode about the WTA’s controversial new genetic testing rule that we mention in the episode. For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . And if you're enjoying this podcast, please rate us 5 stars on Apple or Spotify. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Our friend and tennis journalist Hanlon Walsh is back to talk tennis, travel and the US Open mixed doubles teams. We chat about: Why would Taylor Townsend play US Open mixed with Zverev? Will we see Vanus and Serena in the mixed and women’s doubles draw? Which teams we think will do well at the US Open mixed event. How we would change (and improve!) the event this year. Hanlon’s recent trip to Kosovo and why tennis tells a lot about local culture. More random tennis news. Read my latest substack about a bizarre week in tennis this week. And like and subscribe the podcast if you’re enjoying our episodes. Also, be sure to check out the Out Wide podcast’s episode about the WTA’s controversial new genetic testing rule . It’s well researched and must listen. For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Resh and Stef, two of my favorite co-hosts, are back to talk big picture Wimbledon! And we do it using RuPaul’s Drag Race: Who won the challenge? Who has to lip sync for their lives? Who do we want on All Stars? And more importantly, what are the untucked stories from the tournament? We get into it all, plus talk Carlos on a yacht with a new girl, the fabulous wedding of Daria Kasatkina and so much more! Check out Resh and Stef on their podcast, Out Wide Podcast , and for more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Tony is joined by Ben Rothenberg and his new bestie Max to talk through: The women’s final The men’s final (ish) The Wimbledon queue Why the Southern Village is the best part of Wimbledon And so much more! For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to my favorite day in London! I break it all down in this episode: Finally working out at a local gym Getting yelled at on Henman Hill Fery vs Zverev Sinner vs Djokovic Alfie Hewitt's wheelchair tennis match Finishing the day laughing with Michelle Collins For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Hear my instant reactions from both women's semifinal matches today and from Coco Gauff's press conference. It was a wild and fun day - as always when it's women's semifinal day at slams. For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Join Tony as he breaks down his experience at Day 10 of Wimbledon! He talks through: How the ATP is holding up without Carlos Alcaraz (hint: Not well!) His experience watching a Brit (Fery) play on Centre Court at Wimbledon (madness!) Watching queer icons Greg Slade and Demi Schuurs play live (!!) Why he’s loving the legends tournament (seriously) His experience going to watch the thirst trap-loving French doubles team play live For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

I finally met David Kane in person! And we chatted about Wimbledon *at* Wimbledon. It’s a quick, fun catch up about what's going down, including Coco, Muchova, Sinner and more. And don’t forget to check out my Substack article about the Opstapenko/Siegemund mixed doubles drama! For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

I’m back from Gay Games and ready to take on Week 2 of Wimbledon! On my first day back, I had quite a busy day: Meet up with guest cohost Brennan, who gives us his snap-takes to the day’s biggest news A breakdown of Aryna vs Naomi AirBnB updates :) The press conferences I attended And so much more! For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

I give my instant reaction to Serena’s draw, my experience at the Wimbledon draw ceremony and how I landed at a Holiday Inn Express at the Valencia airport. What a day! Enjoy Serena's comeback - it's happening! For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Which players and what matches were my favorite from qualifying? Here’s a hint: Several included match point saves. It was a *wild* week at Wimbledon qualifying. I talk about why women’s qualifying day was top tier, which players I spoke to and most importantly, how excited I am to get AC soon. Listen to hear it all! For more from us, follow along on Instagram , TikTok and Twitter . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thegaytennispodcast.substack.com/subscribe