1-Love

In this episode, I sat down with Kieron Vorster. Kieron has spent over 25 years working at the highest level of professional tennis as a strength and conditioning coach. He shares his journey from growing up in Malawi and dreaming of a pro playing career, to coaching alongside Wayne Ferreira, working with Tim Henman during his Wimbledon semifinal runs, and serving on the South African Davis Cup team. We discuss the evolution of strength and conditioning in tennis, how data and wearable technology are changing the way players train, Kieron's experience running his own studio Fit8, and practical advice for amateur players on injury prevention and staying match-ready. Whether you're a tennis fan, a coach, or a player looking to understand what goes on behind the scenes, this episode offers a rare look at the work that happens off the match court. Produced by Josh Harrison. Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Hyman. Alex is a former national-level tennis player and the founder of Aliko Sports, a racket sports media and PR company. We discuss Alex's journey from competitive tennis to working behind the scenes at some of the sport's biggest events, including the Australian Open and on the ATP Challenger Tour. We talk about why he decided to launch his own business, what it's like working with broadcasters, journalists and content creators, and how social media and personal branding are changing the future of tennis. Alex also shares his thoughts on the growth of padel and pickleball, the evolution of sports media, and the opportunities available for aspiring professionals looking to build a career in the industry. Produced by Josh Harrison. Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1_lovepodcast X: https://x.com/1_lovepodcast Check out Aliko Sports here: https://www.alikosports.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Chris Eubanks. Chris is a former professional tennis player turned broadcaster and analyst. We discuss Chris’s early years in the sport, his rise through the challenger circuit and getting his first wild card into the US Open. We talk about his breakthrough in 2023, including cracking the top 100 for the first time, reaching the quarterfinals of Wimbledon and achieving a career high singles ranking of 29. Chris also shares his experience of competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics, explains why he retired, and his new career as an analyst. Produced by Josh Harrison. Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@1_lovepodcast X: https://x.com/1_lovepodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Gill Gross. Gill is a broadcaster, commentator and podcaster, and has worked for the likes of Tennis Channel, ATP Media and the USTA, and is the host of the Monday Match Analysis podcast. We discuss Gill’s journey from a young tennis enthusiast to a prominent sports broadcaster. He discusses his early love for tennis, the transition into broadcasting, and the evolution of his content creation. Gill reflects on his influences in the broadcasting space and the development of his show, Monday Match Analysis, emphasizing the importance of analytics in his commentary. He also addresses the balance between commentary and content creation, and the challenges of navigating the evolving media landscape. Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@1_lovepodcast X: https://x.com/1_lovepodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Nick Lester. Nick is a seasoned tennis commentator and broadcaster and has worked for the likes of the BBC, Tennis Channel, Eurosport and ATP Media. From his early days playing tennis to becoming a prominent voice on major networks, Nick’s journey is a testament to following one’s passion. We discuss Nick’s introduction into tennis, competing as a junior and his brief stint working as a coach. Nick talks about his first role within broadcasting at Heartbeat FM, a local radio station in Hertfordshire where he became the football reporter for Stevenage Borough, and how that led to working for LBC in London and consequently Radio Wimbledon, marking his first significant entry into tennis commentary. Nick also discusses how he found himself at the forefront of tennis commentary as ATP Media expanded its coverage in 2007, how his journey has taken him around the globe covering major tournaments, and how his passion for the sport and dedication to his craft has made him a respected voice in tennis commentary. Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@1_lovepodcast X: https://x.com/1_lovepodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Max Benaim. Max is a professional tennis player, coach, and the founder of PairUp, an app which matches people with tennis, padel and pickleball players based on skill level. We discuss Max’s journey from a competitive junior tennis player to a professional athlete and entrepreneur. He talks about his early love for tennis, the challenges of transitioning to college tennis, and the pressures of competing at a high level. Max talks about his recent injury, and how this led to the launch of PairUp. We also discuss the challenges of running a startup, and the transferable skills he's gained from his tennis career that help him in business. You can download PairUp on the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pairup-tennis-padel-pickle/id6755626973 Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@1_lovepodcast X: https://x.com/1_lovepodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Damián Rodriguez, a former Division 1 tennis player who is currently working as the Assistant Coach of Katie Boulter. We talk about Damián’s early experiences in tennis, the challenges he faced during his junior years, and his experience of playing Division 1 tennis. We discussed his journey into coaching, working and travelling with Katie on the WTA Tour, as well as balancing his other professional endeavours. Follow 1-Love on social media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1_lovepodcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1_lovepodcast Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@1_lovepodcast X: https://x.com/1_lovepodcast