The US Open Catch-Up: Round One - Tsitsipas survives Murray epic; 'Tactical Toilet-gate' fallout; Gauff sets up Stephens showdown; Zverev's serving masterclass; Evans & Raducanu roll on; Isner passes torch in Nakashima upset?

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, the tennis podcast by fans, Joel and Kim discuss all the key happenings from Days 1 and 2 at the US Open 2021. From the Tsitsipas vs. Murray thriller and ensuing toilet drama to Emma Raducanu’s main draw debut win, there is plenty to round up and discuss as the final Slam of the season gets underway. With the repeat of the 2017 US Open women’s final between Sloane Stephens and Madison Keys ending in a last set tiebreak, as well as hard fought wins for Garbiñe Muguruza and Elise Mertens, Joel and Kim catch up on the main results from the first round which saw a whole handful of tasty first round encounters. They also lament Collect a Set pick Karen Khachanov exiting at the earliest opportunity with a five set loss to potential dark horse Lloyd Harris. Share your fan thoughts on the week with the #passingshotpod on social media. ______________ DOWNLOADTENNIS.COM To stay up to date on all tennis around the world including ATP, WTA and Challenger tours, download TNNS Live Scores. Download on Apple Podcasts Download on Google Play Follow TNNS Live Scores on Twitter And check out the TNNS Lives Scores website at www.downloadtennis.com ______________ SOCIAL MEDIA Share your fan thoughts on the week with the #passingshotpod on social media. Twitter: @passingshotpod Instagram: @passingshotpod Email: [email protected] Website: thepassingshot.co.uk Written, presented and produced by Joel Girling and Kim Mackenzie Crowdfunded by our listeners. Recorded on 31st August 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.