About this episode
Kim Clijsters has been glued to watching the 2025 French Open - so she is here to ask all of YOUR questions on all things French Open. She shares stories about playing Jennifer Capriati in the 2001 final, her first Grand Slam final at just 18, and her fierce rivalry with Justine Henin. Kim also opens up about the behind-the-scenes reality of being a young pro—traveling without a full team, superstitions, burnout, and the mental challenges of becoming one of the world's best. Plus, she reflects on Rafael Nadal's moving Roland Garros tribute and offers rare insight into life after tennis. What’s your favorite French Open moment as a fan? Which player’s journey through Roland Garros inspires you the most? 🎾 Subscribe for more episodes highlighting powerful stories from women in tennis and beyond. Follow the Love All socials for all the updates! https://www.tiktok.com/@loveallpodcast?_t=ZP-8vD83QW9EJL&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/loveallpodcast?igsh=MTFkYjMyYWw1ZjJtNg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr https://x.com/loveallpodcast ⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome to love All 1:25 - Playing French Open juniors 6:06 - Playing Justine Henin & Capriati at the French Open 15:11 - Building the mental game for the French Open 23:12 - What the tour looks like as a young player versus as a mom 27:10 - WTA Tour routines 30:02 - Making the smart decisions to set yourself up for success during slams 41:20 - Adjusting from Clay to grass 47:00 - Handling relationships during slams 49:11 - Kim reacts to Nadal’s tribute ceremony 55:56 - Being a parent of an athlete as a retired athlete Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices