About this episode
"I wish I enjoyed it more." In this raw and honest conversation, Ana Ivanovic opens up like never before — from winning Roland Garros at 19, to battling pressure, burnout, and the emotional cost of fame. This is the side of tennis the cameras never show. In this exclusive episode, Ana shares: * Her childhood in war-torn Serbia and early rise to tennis stardom * The truth behind her sudden retirement at just 29 * Why mental health and balance are still taboo in women’s tennis * Her biggest regrets, and the advice she'd give her 15-year-old self If you're a fan of tennis, mindset, or untold athlete stories — this one's for you. [00:06:30 – 00:07:30] ➔ Winning Roland Garros at 19 [00:08:00 – 00:10:30] ➔ The Hidden Pressure After Success [00:12:00 – 00:13:00] ➔ Realization About Public Opinion [00:14:00 – 00:15:30] ➔ Mental Health in Tennis — 15 Years Too Early [00:19:00 – 00:20:30] ➔ Playing with a Broken Toe [00:24:00 – 00:25:30] ➔ Life in a Tennis Bubble [00:30:00 – 00:31:00] ➔ Why She Never Wanted Her Kids to Go Pro [00:36:30 – 00:37:30] ➔ Advice to Her Younger Self This episode is brought to you by Haier, the leading home appliances brand, and official sponsor of Roland Garros. 👇 Tell us in the comments: What part of Ana’s journey surprised you most? 🔔 Subscribe for more honest tennis stories: 📸 Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes: instagram.com/tennisinsiderclub #AnaIvanovic #TennisPodcast #MentalHealth #RolandGarros #WTA #AthleteStories #Burnout #WomenInSport #TennisInsiderClub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.