• Indian Wells Upsets, Novak’s Slump & Gossip Corner | EP 42
    Mar 10 2025

    Indian Wells is delivering pure chaos, and Jack, John, Sam and Steve are here to break it all down! With Zverev and Djokovic both crashing out early, what does this mean for the rest of the draw? The boys debate whether Novak’s slump is just a blip or something bigger….


    The crew take a hard look at their own terrible predictions (spoiler: they were WAY off) before debuting a brand new segment, ‘Gossip Corner’, diving into the juiciest off-court drama, from Ben Shelton’s online flirting to the biggest celebrity sightings at the tournament.


    (00:00) Welcome to the Show!

    (01:25) Upsets Galore: Zverev’s Early Exit

    (03:40) Bouncing Back: How to Overcome a Rough Patch

    (07:43) What’s Up with Novak?

    (13:38) Watanuki Stuns Tiafoe

    (16:16) Notable Results from the Day

    (17:25) Revisiting Our Predictions

    (22:22) New Segment: Gossip Corner

    (27:37) The Hottie Trophy Hunt: Tracking Down Berrettini

    (28:33) Who Takes the Title? Final Predictions

    (29:32) Wrapping Up – See You Next Time!


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    30 mins
  • Indian Wells Chronicles, Fifth Slam Debate & Breaking Down the Draw | EP 41
    Mar 7 2025

    The boys are back to break down all things Indian Wells—the tournament that might just be the "Fifth Slam" (or not, depending on who you ask). Steve Johnson shares his struggles as a civilian trying to navigate the grounds, while Sam Querrey reveals his high school squad’s sneaky ticketing tactics and Jack Sock reminisces about wild doubles rides with John Isner.


    Who’s the man to beat this year? Alcaraz? Djokovic? Maybe Berrettini with his Hottie Bracket trophy and an Olive Garden gift card? The crew makes their predictions, picks their dark horses, and debate if winning Miami is actually better than winning Indian Wells.


    Plus, Sam and Steve are on the ground hunting for locker room gossip—so stay tuned!


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    48 mins
  • Carnage in Acapulco, Tsitsipas Racquet Switch and the Hottie Bracket Trophy | EP 40
    Mar 3 2025

    This week, we dive into Tomas Machac's unexpected rise as he claims his first career title in Acapulco, all amidst a week of food poisoning drama and top seeds dropping like flies. We also break down Stefanos Tsitsipas’ dominant win in Dubai, explore the racquet switch that might be working wonders, and debate if this new version of Tsitsipas is here to stay.


    Plus, we crown Matteo Berrettini the winner of the inaugural Nothing Major Hottie Bracket—and give you the inside scoop on the upcoming trophy ceremony in Indian Wells.


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    32 mins
  • Major Mailbag: Player Pensions, Sponsorships, and Sam's Acapulco Title | EP 39
    Feb 28 2025

    Jack, John, Sam and Stevie are back with a jam packed loaded Major Mailbag! We’re answering your biggest questions, from how player pensions actually work to the wild world of tennis sponsorships, who gets paid, how much, and why some players switch gear for cash.


    Plus, deep dives into Acapulco’s late-night chaos, legendary player parties, and whether tournaments should have a match curfew. Oh, and we settle the ultimate debate—should you be allowed to wear shorts on a plane?


    Also, Sam takes a trip down memory lane, reliving his unforgettable 2017 Acapulco title run, where he took down Rafael Nadal in the final. From perfect conditions to post-match chocolate milk, we get all the details on the best week of his career.


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    36 mins
  • Rublev’s 500 Dynasty, Rio’s Cakewalk, and Hottie Bracket Chaos | EP 38
    Feb 24 2025

    Big news—Nothing Major is coming to you twice a week!


    Every Monday, Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie will discuss the latest tennis results and the biggest headlines to kick off the week.


    This week, the boys break down Rublev’s dominance as the undisputed 500 king, Rio’s laughably weak draw, and the latest drama from the Hottie Bracket.


    Plus, should South America finally get a Masters 1000? And why does Rio feel like the sweatiest tournament on tour?


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    24 mins
  • Sinner’s Suspension, $1M Mixed Doubles & Tommy Paul in the Hot Seat | EP 37
    Feb 21 2025

    In this week's episode, Jack, John, Sam and Steve weigh in on tennis' biggest headlines! With Jannik Sinner’s three-month suspension sparking debate throughout the sport, the U.S. Open is shaking up mixed doubles, ditching the traditional format for a high-stakes, 16-team showdown with a million-dollar prize.


    The boys chat about tennis’ newest rising star, João Fonseca, who just became the youngest South American ATP champ since 2001. They also give a shoutout to John’s favorite doubles partner, Diego Schwartzman, who got a well-deserved farewell in Buenos Aires.


    And finally, Tommy Paul steps into the Hot Seat in the Part 2 of his guest appareance. From his biggest wins to the matches he’d take back, Tommy breaks it all down, including the one shot he’d steal from the Nothing Major crew (spoiler: it’s not John’s return game).



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    50 mins
  • Tommy Paul Joins the Pod, Partying Too Hard and Making the Top 10 | EP 36
    Feb 14 2025

    After months of being ghost, World No. 9 Tommy Paul joins the podcast! And boy was it worth the wait! Tommy opens up about his wild days as a junior, why he almost went to college, and how partying nearly derailed his tennis career.


    He shares stories of growing up in the same generation as fellow Americans, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, and Reilly Opelka, and revealing who was the best at 14 (spoiler: not Fritz), and why Taylor was by far the worst athlete in the group. Tommy also reveals his actual rock-bottom moment, the insane reason he almost had John Isner as his coach for a tournament, and why he thought he could win Wimbledon last year.


    Later, Sam, Jack, John and Steve break down the viral prize money debate and compare ATP's revenue share to other major sports. Plus, an update on the ATP Hottie Contest bracket (who’s the early favorite?) and the fallout from the legendary Steve vs. Sam Pickleball showdown.


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    58 mins
  • Davis Cup Draft, Hottest ATP Players & the Ultimate Pickleball Showdown | EP 35
    Feb 7 2025

    Post-Aussie Open blues? We’ve got you covered. The guys break down the indoor season in the US and Europe, covering why some players skip the brutal Rotterdam field and how the new ATP 500 in Dallas is making waves. Meanwhile, John looks back on his brutal decision to ditch Memphis for the Rio Golden Swing with Jack—cramps, regrets, and a missed Super Bowl included.


    Then, it’s time for the Davis Cup snake draft—who builds the ultimate US squad? And, of course, we settle the age-old debate: Who’s the hottest guy on tour? Tommy Paul? Berrettini (but only in pants)? We’re making it official with an 8-man knockout draw to let the people decide!


    Also, Steve and Sam finally face off in the most anticipated pickleball showdown of the year. Spoiler: One of them nearly dies. Oh, and speaking of near-death experiences—turns out Sam is not the guy you want dog-sitting. Just ask John’s (miraculously still alive) pup.


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    44 mins