Day 2 of our LIVE Riyadh Round Ups!

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These shorter episodes aim to bring DAILY insight into the behind the scenes of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In this episode:

Dan and guest Mike Digby discuss the WTA Finals in Riyadh, sharing insights about the players' experiences, the dynamics of the matches, and reflections on past tournaments.

They analyse upcoming matches, player strategies, and the unique atmosphere of the finals in Saudi Arabia.

The conversation also touches on venue improvements and the importance of fan engagement.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to WTA Finals and Riyadh Experience

04:22 Insights from Mike Digby on WTA Finals

09:14 Player Dynamics and Tournament Atmosphere

14:23 Match Previews and Predictions

19:09 Doubles Matchups and Tactical Insights

24:15 Final Thoughts and Venue Improvements

Day 3 WTA Finals Riyadh Round will be joined by 2024 Wimbledon Winning doubles pair Henry Pattern and Harri Heliövaara! Live on YouTube!

Keep sending in your questions about the WTA Finals for Dan to answer LIVE!

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We are bringing you guys a BRAND NEW series of shows during the WTA Finals out in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!

In this series we will bring you guys shorter, daily round ups of the behind the scenes access of the WTA Finals, the training of all the top players, how the female players are treated and will not avoid the big topics!

If you want to join in on the action LIVE then tune each day on our YouTube channel 'Control the Controllables podcast' where you can ask questions LIVE and be involved with a CTC podcast!

Live 8pm GMT during the WTA Finals!

In this episode:

In this conversation, Dan Kiernan discusses the WTA Finals taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, highlighting the event's setup, the political context surrounding it, and the experiences of players.

Comparing the current tournament to previous ones in Cancun and Turin, emphasising the improvements in player treatment and event organisation.

Also delving into the training and preparation required for the finals, the differences between the WTA Finals and Grand Slam tournaments, and the overall atmosphere among players.

Concludes with insights on the draw and matchups, expressing optimism for the event's impact on women's tennis in the region.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to the Live Stream

02:50 Insights from the WTA Finals in Riyadh

12:24 Comparing Tournament Experiences: Riyadh vs Cancun

18:07 Player Preparation and Tournament Dynamics

26:04 The Draw and Match Expectations

37:19 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagements

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Back in April, we brought Control the Controllables to a fantastic live audience in London, diving into the future of professional tennis. We loved the buzz of the live show and we loved meeting so many of our regular listeners in person.

With the Six King Slam recently concluded and the WTA Finals coming up next month in Saudi Arabia, it felt like the perfect time to release the full CTC LIVE episode.

Our expert panel joining CTC Host Dan Kiernan on the night included:-

• CTC regular and former Wimbledon Champion, Freddie Nielsen
• John Morris, the ´super agent´ to many stars including Andrey Rublev and the former agent to Nick Kygrios
• Justin Sherring, the coach of Joe Salisbury and Jack Draper.

During our live show we discussed Saudi Arabia's rising influence in tennis, the shifting power dynamics between governing bodies and players, and what these changes might mean for the sport's future. Are we witnessing the dawn of a new era in tennis? and what will this mean across all levels of the game?

Listen to insightful discussions on the potential for an "Elite Tour" and the evolving landscape of tennis. Whether you're a player, coach, or passionate fan, there’s plenty to reflect on.

Enjoy and join the conversation shaping the future of the game!

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