Australian Open Is Here. Federer FOMO, One Point Slam, and the Matches We’re Watching

Australian Open Is Here. Federer FOMO, One Point Slam, and the Matches We’re Watching

Author: Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter January 18, 2026 Duration: 1:01:42

The Australian Open is officially underway and we are feeling the FOMO. We get into Federer taking over Melbourne, why the One Point Slam was the best pre-tournament idea in years, and what Aussie Open Fan Week says about where tennis is headed. Then we run through Adelaide, Auckland, and Hobart winners, the WTA Next Gen wave, how the draw works, the qualifiers we’re watching, and the first-round matchups we are circling. Plus: how we’re watching from home and what’s coming next from Ground Pass, including the OFF SEASON premiere on January 18 at 4 PM ET. - https://youtu.be/0U3F4CfUsh0?si=e0kDZH3qfxfaojX7


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Chapters:

00:00 Intro - Welcome to the Australian Open

05:01 Recent Tournament Recap: Adelaide, Auckland & Hobart

10:10 Next Gen Players Making Waves

20:55 Looking back at the Australian Open Fan Week

32:13 Our Australian Open Preview

41:52 Spotlight on Qualifiers

47:27 Exciting Matches to Watch

52:26 How to Watch the Australian Open

54:53 Upcoming Projects and Wrap-Up


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Join hosts Anastasia Folorunso and Nick Carter for Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast, a conversation that goes beyond the baseline. This isn't just a recap of scores; it's a deep dive into the narratives that shape the sport. Each episode offers analysis of the ATP and WTA tours, the unique pressures of the Grand Slams, and the journeys of emerging talents, all while exploring how tennis intersects with broader culture and society. We unpack the strategy behind the big wins and share the lesser-known stories that happen off the court, aiming to provide context whether you're a lifelong fan or just finding your footing. The discussion is informed, accessible, and driven by a genuine passion for the game's intricacies and its personalities. Tune in to this podcast for a perspective that treats tennis not just as a sequence of matches, but as a continuous, evolving story. You'll find the podcast naturally covers the athletic, human, and cultural dimensions that make the sport compelling, all from a courtside seat that brings you closer to the action and its meaning.
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