Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

• Joe Salisbury Interview: Athleticism, Team Chemistry, College Tennis, & Mixed Doubles

  Three-time US Open Champion Joe Salisbury joined me before the start of this year's tournament to discuss his athleticism, doubles partnership with Neal Skupski, college tennis experience, and more.Tomorrow, Joe and Neal play in the US Open Final on ESPN. Here's what we discussed before the tournament.Attributes his exceptional athleticism to his parents and playing multiple sports growing upCredits natural instincts and mobility work for his remarkable court speed and movementExplains how he and Neal Skupski overcame early challenges through patience and communicationEmphasizes college tennis at Memphis as crucial for his development as both a person and a playerCollege tennis as a viable pathway, especially for doublesHis different mindset approach to mixed doubles versus men's doublesShares a thoughtful perspective on the US Open mixed doubles formatFocuses on winning major tournaments rather than specific ranking goals for 2025Joe is one of the ATP tour's most dynamic and entertaining players. Watch him tomorrow as he goes for his fourth US Open title and follow him throughout the rest of 2025.Learn more about Joe & follow:ATP ProfileWikipediaInstagramTwitter/X ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course

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• New Partners, New York Food, Practice, & Goals with Nicole Melichar-Martinez

  Nicole Melichar-Martinez joins us from the US Open to share insights on her recent doubles success and preparation for the final Grand Slam of the year. I spoke with her fresh off a title in Monterey with new partner Cristina Bucșa.Detailed breakdown of Nicole's practice routine, including specialized drills for volleys and overheadsComparison of New York to other Grand Slam cities, with particular focus on commute times and logistical challengesFood recommendations for NYC, with Nicole ranking it among the top tennis tournament destinations for diningHow Nicole builds chemistry with new doubles partners and the communication strategies that led to her Monterey titleDiscussion of the US Open Mixed Doubles format and Nicole's creative ideas for future improvementsNicole's goals for maintaining her top-20 ranking and capturing her first WTA 1000 titleInsights into how professional doubles players select partners for upcoming seasonsNiki ultimately won two rounds in New York against some tough opponents. If you're enjoying the podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts.Learn more about Nicole & follow:WTA ProfileWikipediaInstagramTwitter/X ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course

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• Rajeev Ram Interview: Doubles Tips, New Partnerships, Mixed Doubles, Future Plans, and Fishes

  Rajeev Ram joins me for the first time in 2025. He's coming off a Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati with new partner, Nikola Mektić.Rajeev shares insights on building team chemistry in doubles partnerships. He offers a nuanced perspective on the singles vs doubles player debate and provides practical advice on net play strategy, return tips, and career longevity. We also discussed:FishesBuilding team chemistry quickly in a new partnershipExplains his "two-by-four" analogy for effective net play as server's partnerCould Sinner beat two doubles players by himself?Insights on return positioning and taking away specific serve patternsPlans for the rest of 2025Details recovery strategies and skill maintenance as a 41-year-old professionalWe also get to some of your questions from Twitter/X and Instagram at the end. Rajeev always has thoughtful answers and great tips for club-doubles players so I know you'll enjoy this one.Learn more about Rajeev & follow:ATP ProfileWikipediaInstagramTwitter/X ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course

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• Lloyd Glasspool & Julian Cash: Winning Streaks, Superstitions, and Partnership Advice

  At the Cincinnati Open, I spoke with the current #1 doubles team on the ATP tour.Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash's win streak ended at 22 in Cincinnati. We discuss their dominant run on the ATP doubles tour and the mental approach that has led to their success. The pair shares insights into their tiebreaker tactics, physical and mental challenges during their streak, and the fundamentals of what makes a successful doubles partnership.Strategies for tiebreakers, including energy management and focusing on team identityWhy mental fatigue is the biggest challenge for Lloyd during their runWorking with coaches Barry Fulcher and Luke Hammond on mentality and controllable factorsKeys to successful doubles partnerships: positioning, communication, and emotional supportDifferent approaches when facing singles players versus doubles specialistsBuilding confidence from successThe importance of promoting doubles through media and tournament opportunitiesKeep watching as Lloyd and Julian at this year's US Open, where they look to capture a 2nd straight major title.Learn more about Lloyd & follow:ATP ProfileWikipediaInstagramLearn more about Julian & follow:ATP ProfileWikipediaInstagramTwitter/XPrevious episode with Julian (July 2025) ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course

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• Doubles Practice with ATP & WTA Coach Dan Kiernan

  I spoke with ATP & WTA Coach, Dan Kiernan, in Cincinnati about life as a professional coach, doubles drills, practice sets, and more. This episode will help you rethink how you practice.Dan works with multiple players on different teams, not uncommon for doubles coaches, so you'll get insights into what his day-to-day responsibilities look like.Dan's daily schedule can involve up to 7-8 hours of court time, plus meetings, court bookings, academy management (Soto Tennis Academy), podcasts, and moreHow practice courts are reserved at tournamentsPractice drills focus on offensive and defensive positioning rather than neutral playThe "overhead drill" helps players master both offensive overheads and defensive lobsThe amount of practice time dedicated to serving and returning will be jaw-dropping for club players to hearPractice sets serve different purposes depending on team needs and tournament contextI love the topic of game development and practicing with a purpose, and I'm always learning from coaches like Dan. Dabrowski and Routliffe are in the semifinals in Cincinnati, which you can watch on Tennis Channel Plus.Previous Episodes with Dan Kiernan:Dan Kiernan Interview: GROWTH, Coaching ATP Doubles, Aggressive vs Consistent Returns, & an Illegal Volley Drill - April 5, 2023Coach Dan Kiernan Interview at the WTA Finals - November 5, 2023Coach Dan Kiernan Shares Stories from the WTA Finals, 2nd Set Adjustments, Positive Mindset, & More - November 20, 2024Doubles Special: Problems, Solutions, & the Future of the Pro Doubles Tour with Dan Kiernan - March 27, 2025Learn more about Dan & follow:Dan's Podcast - Control the Controllables | Twitter | InstagramSoto Tennis Academy | Twitter ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course

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