The Tour Catch-Up: Russia rules in Davis Cup; 2022 edition set for makeover?; WTA suspends China events; Konta announces retirement

In the latest episode of The Passing Shot, Joel and Kim catch up on the final weekend from the 2021 Davis Cup, which saw the Russian Tennis Federation claim their first title in 15 years. With Medvedev and Rublev leading the way, Joel and Kim reflect on Russia’s win against Croatia in the Davis Cup Final as well as looking ahead to the 2022 edition which sees Great Britain back in the Finals with a 2nd Wildcard in 3 years. They also look ahead to the ATP Cup at the start of 2022 and whether Team Russia will be able to win a second team title in the space of a month or so. Joel and Kim also reflect on the news that the WTA have suspended all tournaments in China for the foreseeable future as a result of the Peng Shuai case and they bid a fond farewell to Britain’s Johanna Konta who has announced her retirement from professional tennis. Share your fan thoughts on the week with the #passingshotpod on social media. ______________ PASSING SHOT CROWDFUND 2022 - PLEASE HELP FUND THE POD FOR NEXT SEASON! Joel & Kim would like your support to help The Passing Shot flourish in 2022. If you are able to, please support by donating to our crowdfund at the link below: Link to Passing Shot 2022 Crowdfunder ______________ PASSING SHOT PODCAST 2021 FEEDBACK FORM We would love to hear your thoughts and feedback on the show to help us improve in 2022! Please fill out the form below: Link to Passing Shot 2021 Feedback Form ______________ 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 Website: thepassingshot.co.uk Written, presented and produced by Joel Girling and Kim Mackenzie Crowdfunded by our listeners. Recorded on 7th December 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.