Double Bagel Podcast
Hosted by terrible tennis players, ex-coaches, tech dude Matt Finnigan and anesthesiologist Lewis Ireland. They have the gift of the gabb when it comes to critiquing professional tennis stars. Bringing humour to the forefront of tennis commentary, their seemingly limited knowledge does not stop them from strong opinions and unwavering confidence. Join them weekly to learn minimal about strategy, techniques and players.
Double Bagel Podcast
Episode 20 - Game, Set… Achoo + US Open Predictions
Summary
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the recent Cincinnati final where Jannick Sinner faced off against Carlos Alcaraz but had to retire due to illness, humorously dubbed 'man flu.' They explore the implications of Sinner's performance on his confidence heading into the US Open, the rising stars in women's tennis, and the new mixed doubles format introduced at the US Open. The discussion also touches on the legitimacy of the mixed doubles event, predictions for the US Open, and the overall state of tennis, including the controversies surrounding player invitations and sponsorships. In this episode, the hosts delve into the upcoming US Open, analyzing player rankings, matchups, and making predictions for both the men's and women's draws. They discuss the potential outcomes for top players like Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Iga Swiatek, while also engaging in a fun segment where one host competes against an AI to guess tennis players. The conversation wraps up with a light-hearted mailbag segment and final thoughts on what to expect from the tournament.
Chapters
00:00 The Man Flu: A Serious Threat
02:49 Jannick Sinner's Disappointing Performance
05:39 Mental Fortitude in Tennis
08:31 The Rise of Women's Tennis
11:22 Mixed Doubles: A New Format
14:23 Exhibition or Grand Slam?
17:05 The Future of Tennis Events
23:45 Cocktail Prices and Event Costs
28:32 Lacoste's Controversial Marketing Move
30:21 US Open Preview and Player Form
37:49 Predictions for the US Open Finals
43:34 Predictions and Favorites for the Tournament
48:15 Lewis vs. The Machine: A Fun Game
54:12 Mailbag: If Tennis Balls Could Talk
57:39 Final Thoughts and Tournament Expectations