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Winning Wimbledon, and Still Being Invisible

Winning Wimbledon, and Still Being Invisible

Author: Anastasia Folorunso, Nick Carter July 14, 2026 Duration: 1:13:20
Ground Pass: A Tennis Podcast
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Linda Noskova won Wimbledon, and we couldn't name a single storyline for her. Alex Eala and Coco Gauff lost and stayed everywhere. This week we sit with the gap between results and recognition: how a champion can go unnoticed, how one outfit can outrun a match, and why the players worth knowing sometimes slip right past casual fans. Plus the last Brit standing, a shakeup on the Lost Boys list, and the WTA Finals landing somewhere you can actually afford. If tennis fame confuses you, this one's for you.


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00:00 Intro - and twinning accidentally

02:02 Wimbledon Recap - starting with an apology

03:07 Alex Eala has the best fans and Bad Bunny Concerts

08:45 Naomi Osaka's breakout Wimbledon

12:53 Iva Jovic is baby Pegula

20:13 Coco Gauff v Muchova was the best match

22:02 Who is Linda Noskova?

34:10 Was the Men's tournament a dud

35:18 Athur Fery's fairytale run

39:29 Felix Auger-Aliassime on the rise

46:18 Jannik Sinner Wins Wimbledon

51:54 Cruz Hewitt and Junior tennis

55:06 Hall of Fame Open - James Watt wins in doubles

57:17 WTA Finals coming to Indian Wells

59:40 Coming up next on Ground Pass

01:05:20 Whoops - Player of the Fortnight!!!!


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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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