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  • 136: Learner Tien on Sinner, Chang & Next Gen + 2026 Predictions | EP 136

    136: Learner Tien on Sinner, Chang & Next Gen + 2026 Predictions | EP 136
    Jan 9 2026

    In this episode of Nothing Major, the guys kick things off with their 2026 predictions, covering topics like which player will win their first tour-level title, Masters 1000 winners, breakthrough players, and more! After sharing their insights, they dive into an incredible interview with the next-gen tennis star, Learner Tien. Learner talks about his relationship with coach Michael Chang, facing Sinner in a final, and the story behind flying economy class after a title win.

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
    01:27 2026 Predictions: First Tour Level Title
    04:06 2026 Predictions: First Masters 1000
    06:19 2026 Predictions: Breakthrough Players
    09:17 2026 Predictions: Top 10 Debuts
    11:15 2026 Predictions: Biggest Falloffs
    13:27 2026 Predictions: Rivalling the New Two
    16:08 2026 Predictions: Grand Slam Winners
    22:19 Interview with Learner Tian
    24:49 Reflecting on Career Decisions
    25:07 Next Gen Title
    26:31 Handling Pressure and Expectations
    30:16 Financial Management and Family Support
    31:18 Hitting Stride and Confidence Boosts
    37:12 Coaching Partnership with Michael Chang
    44:39 Winning First ATP Title
    50:43 Tour Experiences
    57:18 Goals and Reflections for 2026
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    1 h
  • 135: 2026 Bold Takes, Djokovic Split & United Cup | EP 135

    135: 2026 Bold Takes, Djokovic Split & United Cup | EP 135
    Jan 5 2026
    The guys kick off the new year by diving into Novak Djokovic’s split from the PTPA and what it means for players and the tour. They then break down the United Cup and early-season storylines as the tennis calendar gets rolling again. The episode wraps with bold 2026 predictions and classic Nothing Major debates on what’s officially peaked — from convertible cars to the entire country of Greece.

    We are back on Friday with an interview with Next Gen champion, Learner Tien!

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
    01:48 Upcoming content
    04:30 Novak Djokovic and the PTPA
    10:13 Sinner & Alcaraz exhibiton
    12:15 Injury Updates and Player Withdrawals
    19:57 Wild Cards and Tournament Predictions
    22:49 United Cup Discussion
    25:39 Comparing United Cup to Hopman Cup
    27:34 Bold Predictions for Tennis in 2026
    34:28 Things That Have Peaked
    42:08 Conclusion
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    43 min
  • 134: McEnroe, Zverev, Wozniacki & More | Best Interview Moments of 2025 | Episode 134

    134: McEnroe, Zverev, Wozniacki & More | Best Interview Moments of 2025 | Episode 134
    Jan 2 2026
    In this special compilation episode of 'Nothing Major,' join us as we recap about some of the most memorable interview moments from the past year.
    The episode features highlight interviews with fan-favorite guests such as Stan Wawrinka, Tommy Paul, Sasha Zverev, John Mcenroe, and Caroline Wozniaki.

    We are back to normal on January 5th with the full squad, as we return to Monday & Friday episodes.

    Bublik interview - Episode 19
    https://youtu.be/kiXIciXF0rY?si=cuYUbQKCWJILrQod

    Stan Wawrinka - Episode 32
    https://youtu.be/63oVkJFILCQ?si=XQ-PZFeEbft89puv

    Tommy Paul - Episode 37
    https://youtu.be/jvCR2uqNdmg?si=UDcbOsHNWmDFRBFE

    Zverev Interview - Ep 89
    https://youtu.be/lD2x4T6y7Ng?si=0rP7-Q7wqZIiB41i

    John Mcenroe bombs the pod - Episode 98
    https://youtu.be/uSVuuTdWFWQ?si=XYWo6jFSVM1-1NqX

    Caroline Wozniacki - Episode 120
    https://youtu.be/3Rf-TGPRlyo?si=ucyS0-6KnFPaGfzb

    00:00 Introduction
    01:01 Episode 19: Pickleball Roast with Bublik
    04:52 Episode 32: Stans Slam Insights
    16:21 Episode 37: Fun questions with Tommy Paul
    24:22 Zverevs Memorable Episode
    25:08 The Madrid Match and Changing Tennis Balls
    26:32 Most Annoying Opponents
    27:53 European vs. American Pet Peeves
    30:05 John McEnroe's Surprise Appearance
    37:48 Debating Improbable Wins with Caroline Wozniaki
    43:02 Wrapping Up and Future Interviews

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    44 min
  • 133: Favourite Segments of the Year & Christmas Party Recap | EP 133

    133: Favourite Segments of the Year & Christmas Party Recap | EP 133
    Dec 26 2025
    In this compilation episode, the guys kick things off with a recap of Sam’s Christmas party and the stories that came out of it.
    From there, they react to a compilation of their favourite four segments of the year, revisiting some of the most memorable moments from the season — including European Pet Peeves, the classic Locker Room Story and the unforgettable Baguette Incident, the Pronunciation Challenge, and ATP Tinder.

    The next Episode of Nothing Major releases on January 2nd, Another compilation episode.
    We are back as normal on January 5th!

    Full episodes from the mentioned segments can be found here!
    Euro Pet Peeves:
    https://youtu.be/NwgIYnhu7k4?si=uB7QcTO5xrCbdIDT

    Locker Room Story:
    https://youtu.be/lN2xTV3aV3o?si=DDBb8gGlnxXWETC2

    Pronunciation Challenge:
    https://youtu.be/dBY2YhiD9_Y?si=6vmnRLezOWpRms9D

    ATP Tinder:
    https://youtu.be/twpwwBiXnNQ?si=9zGaIMSj6ni7KRdy


    00:00 Introduction
    00:39 Christmas Party Recap
    03:03 Favorite Segments of the Year
    03:11 European Pet Peeves
    13:43 Locker Room Stories: The Baguette Incident
    19:14 Pronunciation Challenge
    25:24 ATP Tinder
    30:37 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

    Merch is now live, go to https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/search-tennis.html?start=0&count=30&searchtext=nothing%20major
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    32 min
  • 132: Christmas Special: Alcaraz Split, Secret Santa & Awards Show | EP 132

    132: Christmas Special: Alcaraz Split, Secret Santa & Awards Show | EP 132
    Dec 19 2025
    The guys kick things off with the breaking news of Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero going their separate ways and what it means moving forward.

    From there, it’s in to the Christmas Special as the crew gets into a Secret Santa gift exchange.
    They wrap things up with the first-ever Nothing Major Awards Show, handing out honors like Worst Dressed Player, Coaches’ Nightmare, and fan-voted Best Moments of the Year.

    Exclusive: $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJOR

    00:00 Christmas Special Introduction
    00:24 Breaking News: Alcaraz and Ferrero Split
    00:53 Speculations and Reactions
    08:37 Secret Santa Gift Exchange
    22:42 Award Show Kickoff
    29:14 Worst Dressed Player of 2025
    30:04 Coaching Nightmares
    32:43 ATP Tinder Category
    34:10 Serve Bot of the Year
    35:41 President Elect Award
    38:08 WTA MVP Discussion
    40:24 ATP MVP Discussion
    42:20 Nothing Major Awards Conclusion
    42:43 Fan Awards Introduction
    44:07 Worst Player Pronunciation
    46:26 Best Quote/One-Liner
    47:22 Worst Take of the Year
    49:45 Best Episode of the Year
    50:44 Moment of the Year
    51:58 Host of the Year
    53:17 Merchandise Winners and Closing Remarks

    Merch is now live, go to https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/search-tennis.html?start=0&count=30&searchtext=nothing%20major
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    55 min
  • 131: Junior Circuit Stories & Nothing Major Awards Nominees | EP 131

    131: Junior Circuit Stories & Nothing Major Awards Nominees | EP 131
    Dec 15 2025
    The guys kick things off with junior tennis talk, breaking down the prestigious Orange Bowl and swapping stories from their own days on the junior circuit,.
    From there, they dive into nominations for the first-ever Nothing Major Awards Show coming up in Episode 132, including Worst Dressed, King or Queen of the Maldives, and Hottest ATP Tinder.
    Leave your comments below on who should take home the awards!

    Merch is now live, go to nothingmajorshow.com and head to the merch page.

    Exclusive: $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJOR

    00:00 Introduction
    00:42 Secret Santa and Christmas Special Preview
    02:12 Merchandise Update
    03:18 Congratulations to Stevie Johnson
    06:16 Discussion on the Orange Bowl
    10:57 Junior Tennis and ITF Tournaments
    15:34 Will Our Kids Play Juniors?
    19:03 American Juniors Success
    19:15 Awards Nominees
    19:48 Worst Dressed Player
    21:56 Coaching Nightmares
    23:52 Hottest ATP Tinder
    24:59 Serve Bot Presented by Isner
    25:44 Maldives King or Queen
    27:27 President-elect of the Tour
    29:27 WTA MVP
    31:12 ATP MVP
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    35 min
  • 130: Naughty or Nice List, Fan Questions and the Great TSA Debate | EP 130

    130: Naughty or Nice List, Fan Questions and the Great TSA Debate | EP 130
    Dec 12 2025
    The guys kick things off by diving into the festive season by crafting their Naughty or Nice lists for both ATP and WTA players.
    Things take a hilarious turn when airport stories start flying, leading to a full-on debate about TSA security at airports.
    From there, they tackle fan questions on off-season training, locker-room confrontations, and if they really get butterflies when they see the main draw.

    Exclusive: $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJOR

    Head to our NothingMajorShow.com/awards and put in your vote.We also are going to pick 5 voters at random from the submissions and send each one a Nothing Major swag bag featuring our new merch drops:3x t-shirts: Green, White & Black2x hoodies: Creme & BlackEveryone who votes is eligible - just make sure to include your email below so we can contact you. We will draw the names at the end of the awards show.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:01 Award Show Announcements
    01:51 Companion Pass Story
    05:41 Travel Mishaps and TSA Debate
    09:10 Naughty or Nice List: WTA Edition
    11:52 Naughty or Nice List: ATP Edition
    17:41 Medvedev's On-Court Antics
    18:25 Naughty List Contenders
    20:54 The Myth of Tennis Off-Season
    22:44 Off-Season Training Regimens
    28:43 Fan Questions: Locker Room Confrontations
    30:02 Fan Questions: Importance of Coaches
    32:42 Fan Questions: Tournament Draws
    37:11 Fan Questions: Serve and Volley Decline
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    40 min
  • 129: Ultimate Tennis Showdown, Serena Return & Cam Norrie Interview | EP 129

    129: Ultimate Tennis Showdown, Serena Return & Cam Norrie Interview | EP 129
    Dec 8 2025
    Description:
    The guys kick things off by breaking down the latest tennis news, including Alex de Minaur’s recent UTS title and the growing buzz around a potential Serena Williams return.
    They then dive into an in-depth sit-down with tennis star Cam Norrie, tracing his rise from standout TCU alum to established top-tier pro.
    From there, Cam reflects on his recent win over Carlos Alcaraz in Paris and opens up about the story behind his engagement. The episode wraps with some fun rapid-fire segments, from pet peeves to a Las Vegas draft.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:58 Upcoming Show Previews
    04:09 Discussion on UTS Showdown
    06:50 Serena Williams Return?
    11:21 Cam Norrie Interview
    25:16 Finding Joy in Tennis
    26:24 Defeating Carlos Alcaraz
    28:16 Preparing for the New Season
    29:34 Training in Argentina
    31:29 Comparing Top Players
    33:50 American Pet Peeves
    35:27 Dream College Tennis Team
    38:41 Flight Miles
    40:35 Vegas Draft

    Exclusive: $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/NOTHINGMAJOR. Promo Code NOTHINGMAJOR

    Head to our NothingMajorShow.com/awards and put in your vote for our Awards Show!
    We are going to pick 5 voters at random from the submissions and send each one a Nothing Major swag bag featuring our new merch drops:
    • 3x t-shirts: Green, White & Black
    • 2x hoodies: Creme & Black
    Everyone who votes is eligible - just make sure to include your email below so we can contact you. We will draw the names at the end of the awards show.
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    44 min