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    When you sit down and take a look back at this career of Chrissie Evert, the numbers are astounding. And that’s exactly what we did when she went into the USPTA Hall of Fame, on September 27th.
    October 2, 2023

    Chris Evert Enters the USPTA Hall of Fame

    Also, John Embree calls it a career as USPTA CEO, and what a run he had! Plus, “hey Mats, when you look in the mirror for the first time after reaching #1 in the world, what and who do you see”?

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    What a year for Austin Krajicek!! Top 10 for the first time. Well done, AK. Tell us about it, because what a rollercoaster it was!
    December 1, 2022

    Austin Krajicek Cracks the Top 10

    Djoker takes Tour Finals, and Canada get the Davis Cup. Some interesting lineup decisions, worth taking a look at.

    In a very candid conversation with Coach Wayne Ferreira, we get the goods on why “Big Foe” is suddenly going gangbusters at the highest level.
    October 13, 2022

    Coach Wayne Ferreira on Big Foe's Surge

    Also…was is it the rigors fame (or maybe just Johnny Mac’s net game) that caused Bjorn Borg to shut it down as early as he did? You can bet your last racquet that Mats has some interesting insights on that!!

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    It’s the ’22 debut of KickServeRadio.com, and with everything going on down under, how could you possibly get off to a better start than with a very candid conversation with one of Aussie’s best ever, Pat Cash.
    January 7, 2022

    2022 Season Debut with Pat Cash

    International incidents, covid, and a potential changing of the guard are all part of the story, as tennis moves into ’22 with far more questions than answers.

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    It’s been a pretty good Fall season for the American men, and this guy might currently be at the top of the class.
    November 5, 2021

    A Strong Fall for the American Men

    The team at KickServeRadio.com joins the entire tennis community as we wish Murphy Jensen a quick and full recovery from a serious health development he endured in recent days.

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    It was another 9/11 that will never be forgotten. But this time our tears were those of joy.
    September 15, 2021

    2021 US Open Recap: Emma and Leylah

    These two teens, Emma and Leyla will be inextricably linked to one another in tennis history, as well they should be. The question is, can this continue? We certainly hope so!!

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    Roger Federer is 40?? Oh my, this isn’t good for the rest of us! Mats, AZ, and Jonny look back at some remarkable achievements in an amazing career!
    August 10, 2021

    Roger Federer Turns 40

    Tennis has had a tough year, and we pay tribute to yet two more that are gone too soon. Mike DePalmer, Jr. and Mark Turpin. RIP, gentlemen.

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    She turned pro at 14, and was #2 in the world at 16. Andrea Jaeger’s story is truly one of the more remarkable in the history of women’s tennis, both on and off the court.
    May 4, 2021

    Andrea Jaeger's Remarkable Story

    Also, Mats and AZ marvel at how Nadal leads a seemingly ageless generation at Barcelona. Don Pompan joins AZ and Jonny to talk about a tennis parent experience that is definitely not the norm!

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    Benoit Paire speaks his mind bigtime in Argentina, and Mats Wilander speaks to those comments. Is the tour in trouble?
    March 23, 2021

    Benoit Paire Speaks Out, and Mats Responds

    Fernando Segal is the Director and Founder of the World Tennis Conference, featuring 58 amazing presenters from the highest levels of our sport. You’ll definitely want the 411 on that, and we’ve got it here!

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    The country may not be on fire like last year, but there are still plenty of obstacles for the Australian Open to contend with as the 2021 grand slam season does it’s best to start on the right foot!
    January 29, 2021

    2021 Australian Open Preview with Jeff Coetzee

    3-time Aussie Champ, Mats Wilander, Jonny Levine, and AZ are joined by world doubles #1 coach Jeff Coetzee to discuss all things Australian tennis, including the crazy quarantine protocols that will undoubtedly affect the outcome in ’21.

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    It’s golf episode of KickServeQuickServe, as Mats and AZ couldn’t pass up the opportunity to hear more about Charlie Woods’ debut at the PNC Championships, from someone who was right and up close!
    January 16, 2021

    Charlie Woods' PNC Debut, from Up Close

    Georgia Bulldog sophomore, Aidan Berkman was on the bag for his step-brother Shaun O’Meara, and his team finished 2nd. But what else can you tell us about this kid that stole the show?? And how does an 11 year old upstage Tiger Woods? Well when his name is CHARLIE Woods, and he’s the spitting image of his old man, that’s how!

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    On KickServe-QuickServe, part of Tennis Channel’s KickServeRadio.com, former American ATP star, Sammy Giammalva joins AZ and Jonny to kickoff this new add to the program
    December 10, 2020

    Sammy Giammalva Kicks Off KickServe QuickServe

    These 3 all go way back to 70’s, and the two former longhorns can’t help but wonder what UT tennis might have done, had Giammalva followed in his father’s footsteps instead of turning pro straight out of high school.

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    For Pete’s Sake celebrates the 14-time slam winner’s amazing career, and in segment 3 features Steve Flink, who’s new book PETE SAMPRAS, GREATNESS REVISITED is available to you September 1st. It’s a hell of a read!
    August 18, 2020

    For Pete's Sake: Pete Sampras with Steve Flink

    The greatest American player of all time? Many insist on it, and how can you blame them? And for that matter, it could be argued that in an absolute “must-win” situation, Pete just might be your guy. Mats Wilander certainly has his thoughts on that!

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    Our “Werewolves of London” edition celebrates Wimby’s past, since we certainly can’t comment much on 2020, and we’re joined by the great IVAN LENDL, to add a little spice to the proceedings.
    July 7, 2020

    Werewolves of London with Ivan Lendl

    Ivan Lendl was a 2-time Wimby finalist, and along with many other topics, discusses the tough turnaround it is from Paris to London, as he pays his respect to those few that have done it successfully.

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    UNDERRATED and OVERLOOKED on KickServeRadio.com, will take you back to some things in the sport of tennis, that just might have slipped your mind!
    June 9, 2020

    Underrated and Overlooked with Drucker and Flink

    In the UNDERRATED/OVERLOOKED episode of KickServeRadio.com, famed tennis writers, Joel Drucker and Steve Flink join the team to discuss several players, matches, and historical events that if you’re not careful, you have allowed to slip through the cracks of your memory. Don’t worry, we’ll remind you!

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