THE TENNIS PULSE

He picked up a racket at two and a half. He spent 21 years making the impossible look effortless — and the impossible look fun. Now, as Gaël Monfils rides into his final season, we’re sitting down at Bardot in Berlin to celebrate the man, the myth, the Sliderman. Whether you know him as The Entertainer, La Monf, or simply the guy who made you rewind a highlight three times just to make sure that actually happened — this one’s for you. We’re talking career-defining moments, Wakanda flair, and what it really means to play tennis with pure joy. Allez, Gaël. The Tennis Pulse — the heartbeat of tennis culture.

Tennis Pulse is back — and this time we brought reading material. We’re diving into our favorite articles from Clay Magazine and things get real, fast. First up — Joao Lucas Reis Da Silva came out as gay. We talk about what that moment means for tennis, for representation, and for a sport that has been very quiet about this for a very long time. Then we get into the Asian Rising Stars shaking up the tour — because the future of tennis might not look like what you expected. And then… the Djokovic Dilemma. Is he really the GOAT? We say yes. Emphatically. Respectfully. Unapologetically. Yes. Plus — we play But Why? where we ask all the burning tennis questions nobody else wants to touch. We put you in the hot seat with Match Point — our spelling game where we find out if you can actually spell these players’ names. Spoiler: it’s harder than it looks. And we close it out with Ask Charly — because some questions only our expert Charly can answer. Clay Magazine brought the stories. Tennis Pulse brought the conversation. 00:00 Our Favorite Clay Magazine Articles 07:55 Turkey, Philippines and Indonesia: Women's tennis breaks the mold 11:26 Djokovic still wins because the younger generation "is not super good" says Marat Safin 13:44 The Pulse Match-up - a spelling bee on player's name 21:15 Ask Charly 32:17 But Why?

The tennis season is back and so are we. In our first episode of the year we unpack the Australian Open: the matches that mattered, the chaos we didn’t see coming, the fits, the WAGs and Habs, and of course the drama. New segments this season: • A full fashion review of the best and worst looks from Melbourne • Our current favorite WAGs and Habs • Ask Charly where we put our resident expert on the spot • But Why where we tackle the tennis questions everyone is yelling at their TV • Five Word Fit Check our AP fashion game rating outfits in exactly five words • AO Awards for the best, wildest, funniest, and most dramatic moments of the tournament We’re also starting weekly Tennis Pulse History lessons every Thursday. Tell us what topics or debates you want next and subscribe to follow along all season 🎾

She’s the pride of Tunisia. Former World No. 2, five-time champion, three-time major finalist-and a magician on court with fearless creativity and heart. Loved across the tour, founder of her own foundation, and soon-to-be mother, we caught up with Ons at the WTA Finals in Riyadh. Ons Jabeur, the Minister of Happiness, is on The Tennis Pulse.

Chris Eubanks has always carried a piece of the south side of Atlanta with him, even as his game took him to college stardom, Wimbledon’s biggest stages, and the Olympic courts. Now, after announcing his retirement, the timing feels right to share our conversation with him from Roland Garros, where we caught up with him for a look back at the journey that shaped his career.

The icon, the champ, the beauty and our girl crush, Gabriela Sabatini, sits down with Zani Suttle in Mallorca. They talk padel vs. tennis, she reveals who she thinks would be a great rival if she was still playing and fashion, fashion, fashion, her headbands and Sergio Tacchini looks.

We brought in psychic + futurologist Sarah Livesey to read the future of the U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Championship 🎾🔮 Who’s going to bring the drama? Who’s going to be the most fun on court? And maybe… who could be the champ? It’s all right here on Instagram. Watch now, drop your own predictions in the comments (and remember—this is just for fun, not betting!). Part 2 loads tomorrow.

Welcome to Thirst-ovision—our spin on Eurovision, but make it tennis and hot. Each host reveals their Top 5 hottest players, past and present… and yes, it gets opinionated. From classic crushes to current heartthrobs, we’re naming names. Drop your Top 5 in the comments and join the thirst… respectfully... we want to know who we missed.

This one’s part sports psychology, part pop quiz, all personality. In this episode of The Tennis Pulse, we get into the part of the game you can’t see: what’s going on in your head when the pressure’s on. We’re joined by Markus Hornig, the mental coach of Germany’s Olympic football team to talk stress, focus, and staying cool when everything feels like it’s falling apart. He breaks down what “flow” really means, how athletes reset after cracking, and why mindset might be the biggest flex of all. Then we flip it—putting him through our signature rapid-fire round with some sharp, no-skips questions. 🎾 LISTEN to The Tennis Pulse: Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tennis-pulse/id1786799730 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/332p2WWaonWDh76dzyyKhc Amazon - https://www.amazon.de/THE-TENNIS-PULSE/dp/B0DQXMZCRQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetennispulse/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetennispulse

In this episode of The Tennis Pulse, we shine a spotlight on the emerging wave of talent shaping the future of the game. From the raw power of Victoria Mboko to the tactical promise of Lilli Tagger, we break down who’s rising and why they’re worth watching. We dive into the electrifying style and voice of Justin Engel, highlight the creative energy of Federico Cina’, and reflect on the lasting influence of legend Justine Henin. Expect insights on rising players like Mees Röttgering, Iva Jovic, Hailey Baptiste, and Alycia Parks—each carving their own path on the tour. This isn’t just a rankings recap—it’s a sharp radar check on what’s next, who’s hot, and the pulse of the game’s future.

From Grigor Dimitrov–Eiza Gonzalez’s sizzling chemistry to Ben Shelton–Trinity Rodman’s power-duo — plus the charm of Anastasia Potapova–Tallon Griekspoor, the unexpected spark of Travis Scott & Anisimova (?), and the engagement of Daria Kazatkina & Natalia Zabiiako and the one that not only are a couple but also work together like Madison Keys and her husband Bjorn Fratangelo. Score double love! Tell us the one we had no time to mention and are your favourite!

He beat the Kind of Clay. Forme pro, now mental coach Michael Berrer talks to The Tennis Pulse. Whether you play tennis, football, or just want to level up in life—this episode is for you. Michael Berrer once beat Rafael Nadal and now coaches athletes on how to master the mental game. We sat down with him at the BOSS Open alongside our Tennis Pulse expert Charly Steeb and host Federica to talk confidence, pressure, and what it really takes to win—on and off the court. This is more than tennis. It’s a mindset shift. Don’t miss it. #TheTennisPulse #MichaelBehrer #CharlySteeb #BOSSOpen #MentalGame #Federica #TennisMotivation

From chasing the dream to letting it go—Anıl Yüksel opens up about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the hard truths of life on the tour. We talk sacrifices, mentors, and what happens when it’s time to pivot. 🎾 Charly Steeb, our expert and former pro, breaks down the real cost of going pro—hint: it's around $200,000 a year. Co-hosted by Federica and Charly, this is a raw, honest look into the journey most fans never see. Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes tennis stories, lifestyle, and pop culture from The Tennis Pulse.

In this Roland Garros wrap-up, we’re talking biggest glow-ups and jaw-dropping moments from the clay. Lorenzo Musetti has leveled up—has he finally found his Grand Slam gear? French rising star Loïs Boisson made her mark, and we’re keeping an eye on her next moves. Plus, Zani has a new obsession: the arms. You’ll get it when you hear it. We also dish out our favorite highlights, surprise performances, and the chaos that made this year’s tournament one to remember.

We’re courtside and unfiltered with The Tennis Pulse On The Go at Roland Garros. From first-round shockers to feel-good wins, we break down all the moments that had us yelling at our screens. Naomi Osaka’s powerful press statement, an emotional farewell to Rafael Nadal, upsets we didn’t see coming & new faves we’re rooting for. This is your official Red Dirt Rundown—grab your headphones and come catch up with us from the clay.

The Italian tennis takeover! At the Bitpanda Hamburg Open, The Tennis Pulse’s very own Federica sits down with coach and influencer Edoardo Santonocito from ES Tennis Academy in Genova, Italy — one of the biggest names shaping the next generation of tennis talent in Italy. They talk coaching secrets, player mindsets, and what separates a good player from a savage competitor on the court. Don’t miss this high-energy, behind-the-scenes look at one of tennis’s rising voices. Subscribe to The Tennis Pulse for more episodes blending culture, fashion, and the game we love — tennis. Share with tennis friends and tell us your favorite moment in the comments!

Tennis meets O**yF**s?! Yep, you heard that right. French player, Alexandre Müller is serving exclusive content alright: training clips, recovery routines, life on tour — and maybe… okay, never mind. Looks like O**yF**s is rebranding — and tennis is leading the charge (who saw that coming?). And who knows… maybe next up is THE TENNIS PULSE expert, ex-Top 20 Charly Steeb joining... JUST KIDDING. We get hot, heavy and steamy and discuss tennis players joining Onl*F*ns. This is one you don't want to miss.

In Part 1 of Our Tennis Story, we shared our memories, our tennis beginnings, and why we started The Tennis Pulse. But Part 2? Oh, we go there. We talk about the tough stuff — diversity in tennis, culture shock on and off the court (wait until you hear Federica’s American tennis story), Zani’s shattered tennis dreams, tennis parents doing the most, and the life lessons this sport teaches you — whether you win or lose. PLUS — our expert Charly Steeb drops wisdom on how tennis can reveal everything about a person. And yes… Zani may or may not have stalked tennis icon Gabriela Sabatini to ask her what we should name this show. Spoiler: she didn’t pick The Tennis Pulse. Watch now for laughs, honesty, and all the reasons we still love this crazy, beautiful sport. Visit: https://thetennispulse.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetennispulse/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thetennispulse

This is OUR TENNIS STORY and the reason we started this show, The Tennis Pulse. Our tennis stories, our memories, our love for the game. This is the one that takes you behind the mic… and straight to the heart. We laugh, cry and cry some more. Subscribe now so you don’t miss out on future episodes. Production team: @bebenberlin | Location: @friendsspaces

We’re back for Season 2! After a month away, The Tennis Pulse returns with a brand-new episode, kicking things off with a fun and fast-paced game: QuickServe! In this episode, we put our tennis expert, Charly Steeb, to the test with rapid-fire 15-second analyses of top ATP and WTA players—including Sinner, Alcaraz, Swiatek, Sabalenka, and more! Then, the hosts take on their own challenge: describing players using only five words. Who nailed it? Who struggled? Watch now and find out! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Season 2 content!