Nicole Melichar-Martinez: Warmup & Practice Routines, On-Court Smiling, Clay Season, & Food Rec

Nicole Melichar-Martinez: Warmup & Practice Routines, On-Court Smiling, Clay Season, & Food Rec

Author: Will Boucek May 13, 2026 Duration: 29:43
We catch up with Nicole Melichar-Martinez from Rome and unpack the day-to-day life behind WTA doubles, from gym sessions and practice blocks to physio, massage, and travel logistics. We also zoom out on the clay season, her Stuttgart win, team chemistry, and the mindset shift Nicole is making to stay present when momentum flips fast. Favorite clay-season meal in Stuttgart and the no-menu restaurant experienceHow a Rome tournament day is structured from gym to practiceHow tour physios and tour...

Hosted by Will Boucek, the Doubles Only Tennis Podcast is a dedicated space for players and fans who live for the unique challenges and fast-paced action of the doubles court. This isn't just another general tennis show; it's a deep, consistent dive into the strategy, partnerships, and nuanced skills that define the professional game. You'll hear directly from the athletes who make their living at the net, with interviews featuring both ATP and WTA tour doubles specialists, as well as conversations with the coaches who develop winning tactics. Each episode is built around actionable advice, translating pro-level insights into practical tips you can use in your own matches. Whether you're struggling with your serve placement, want to master poaching, or are figuring out how to communicate effectively with a partner, this podcast breaks it down. The mission is clear: to elevate the discussion and appreciation for doubles, providing the focused coverage it deserves while helping you sharpen every aspect of your game. Tune in for a mix of analysis, instruction, and behind-the-scenes perspectives that you won't find anywhere else, all designed to make you a more thoughtful and effective doubles player.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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Reactions to the ATP Plans to Cut Doubles with Dan Kiernan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:16
I talk with Dan Kiernan from Wimbledon about the proposed ATP doubles changes for 2028 and why doubles players feel blindsided by the messaging. We focus on transparency, intent, and respect, and what doubles players can…
The ATP Doubles Debate with Ben Rothenberg: Should They Cut Doubles? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:59
The ATP is rumored to be shrinking men’s doubles draws and shifting prize money over to singles, part of what has been a slow retreat from doubles over the past few decades. I don't agree with the decision and wanted to…
AMA: Baseline Role, Backhand Volley Fix, How to Beat 2-up, & More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:55
This AMA episode covers a variety of topics, including net position, formations, and strategy frameworks. A few of the lessons are from a tight mixed doubles match that I recently played, while the others are from Tennis…
3 Lessons from Tennis Summit 2026 with Mehrban Iranshad [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:24
Mehrban Iranshad is the founder of Tennis Summit, an online tennis conference for club players who want to improve. I've presented at the conference for four years in a row and have a presentation this year on doubles fo…