About this episode
These are strange times for the world and for tennis. We look at the rolling cancellations, the narrowing possibility that tennis will be played at all this year, and the consequences for players, tournaments, and fans. James takes you through the complicated governing bodies of tennis - hopefully he's not the only one who enjoys it. Does anyone have a responsibility to support out-of-work players? We say yes, but who is in the position to help? We finish up with some fun: bored players getting creative on social media, things we like, and what's in the pipeline for us. 1:55 USTA says get off the tennis court 4:30 Wimbledon is officially cancelled in 2020, players see an opportunity for self-promotion 17:25 What are the chances we see any more tennis in 2020? What could be the impact of cancelling the 2020 season? 29:00 How can players support themselves during the shutdown? Sofia Shapatava’s petition 34:30 Let’s learn! The complicated organization structure of tennis 41:00 The national federations, governing bodies, media partners, sponsors, tournament owners. Who, if anyone, is responsible -- and who is able -- to support tennis players during this crisis? 53:20 Lightening the mood: players cut up on social media 67:00 The Thiem/Bresnik feud, Tatishvili retires 70:40 Thing we like & what’s next for The Body Serve