In a recent episode of their tennis podcast, Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim welcomed Darren Cahill for a wide-ranging conversation that spanned the French Open final, the evolution of Jannik Sinner, and reflections on coaching legends of the game. Cahill, who currently guides ATP World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, offered a behind-the-scenes look at the Italian star’s preparation and mindset during his gripping five-set battle against Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros.
The match, already being hailed as one of the greatest finals in recent memory, saw Sinner take a two-set lead before Alcaraz mounted a dramatic comeback. Cahill shared his thoughts on the emotional toll of the loss and the resilience required to bounce back, noting how Sinner handled the moment with remarkable poise.
The conversation also took a nostalgic turn as Cahill recalled his time coaching Andre Agassi. He revealed strategic insights into how Agassi approached matches against Roddick, including specific tactics designed to neutralize Andy’s powerful serve and dictate play from the baseline.
Before diving into the interview, Roddick and Wertheim discussed several recent headlines from the tennis world. Tatjana Maria’s victory over Amanda Anisimova at the first WTA Queen’s Club event in over half a century stood out as a historic moment. Emma Raducanu’s withdrawal from the Berlin Open raised questions about her ongoing fitness, while Taylor Fritz’s win over Alexander Zverev at the Boss Open in Stuttgart added another highlight to the grass-court season.
The episode offered a compelling mix of analysis, storytelling, and candid reflections, giving fans a deeper appreciation for the personalities and rivalries shaping today’s tennis landscape.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Currently ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 17th of June when he beat world no.138 Yannick Hanfmann 7-5 6-3 in the 1st round in Halle (draw).
Until now, during this year Jannik achieved a 19-2 record. This year, Sinner conquered 1 tournament at the Australian Open. The Italian reached the final in Rome and French Open.
Sinner has scheduled to compete next at the Wimbledon (Wimbledon). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 30th of June.