Control the Controllables

By: Dan Kiernan
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  • Dan Kiernan, Director of SotoTennis Academy in Spain has created a podcast to entertain, educate and energise the tennis community. Hear Dan pick the brains of professional tennis players, coaches, parents, and others involved in High Performance Tennis.
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Episodes
  • Day 8 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up. Dabrowski and Routliffe INCREDIBLE comeback WIN!
    Nov 6 2024

    Day 8 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals including Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's incredible comeback win against Paolini and Errani.

    Which also secures them top of the white group and therefore through to the semi-finals!


    Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!

    These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!

    Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!


    In this episode:


    Dan Kiernan discusses the impressive rollercoaster match and comeback of Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe in their match against Paolini and Errani. He analyses their performance, the tactical shifts made during the match, and the importance of mindset in doubles tennis.


    The conversation also touches on the performances of other players, including Jess Pegula and Coco Gauff, and looks ahead to upcoming matches and tournament predictions.


    Chapters


    00:00 Welcome and Reflections on the WTA Finals and Gaby and Erins match

    09:20 Tactical Insights: Understanding Opponent Strategies

    18:24 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Predictions


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    20 mins
  • Day 7 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up. Lack of crowds during matches and reviewing the days matches.
    Nov 5 2024

    Day 7 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up talking all about the big topics during the Finals!

    Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the WTA Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!


    These are shorter episodes aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!


    Make sure to check out the Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE out on both all podcast platforms and YouTube!


    In This Episode:


    Dan discusses the ongoing WTA finals in Riyadh, highlighting the challenges and lack of fan engagement and attendance during the matches in Riyadh, the performances of various players, and the emergence of superstars in tennis.


    He reflects on the importance of live sports and the need for better strategies to attract local fans, particularly in the context of the significant investment made in the event. The conversation also touches on the global representation of tennis players and the potential for growth in South America.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Lack of attendance during matches

    05:35 Tennis Matches and Player Performances

    11:44 Superstars of Tennis and Global Representation

    17:57 Future of Tennis in South America and Upcoming Matches


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    23 mins
  • Day 6 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up. Reviewing the matches and Gaby and Erin's 1st win! Ft. Frederik Nielsen
    Nov 4 2024

    Day 6 WTA Finals Riyadh Round Up following Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's 1st win of the WTA Finals!

    Watch LIVE at 8pm GMT DAILY during the Finals on YouTube by searching 'Control the Controllables Podcast'!


    These are shorter episode aiming to provide a round up of the WTA Finals action in Riyadh with coach of WTA Finals doubles pair Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe!


    Joined by fan favourite and former Wimbledon Men's Doubles champion Frederik Nielsen to talk about the WTA Finals so far and comparing it to his ATP Finals experience when he played in the Finals.


    Make sure to check out our Asian Swing Review FULL EPISODE avaliable now on YouTube and all podcast platforms!


    In This Episode:


    Dan and Freddie discuss the days action at the WTA Finals from a coach and spectator perspective, with Freddie reflecting on their experiences in ATP Finals, the atmosphere of the events in Saudi, and analysing player performances, particularly focusing on Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff.


    They delve into technical aspects of the players' games, offering insights on areas for improvement and the challenges of making changes to established techniques.


    And of course reflecting on Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe's 1st win in straight sets(7-6, 6-4).


    Chapters


    00:00 Welcome to the WTA Finals

    00:57 Freddie Nielsen's ATP Finals Experience

    02:42 The Atmosphere of Finals

    07:10 Analysing Current Matches and Players including Gaby and Erin's

    09:44 Coco Gauff's Performance and Potential

    17:47 Technical Insights on Player Development

    25:06 Match Previews and Predictions


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    28 mins

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