What's The Call?

What does it really take to become one of the greatest athletes of all time? In this special episode of What's the Call?, Theo and Andrea review Rafael Nadal's new Netflix documentary, reflecting on the extraordinary career of one of tennis' greatest champions. They discuss the physical pain, relentless injuries and mental resilience that defined his journey, as well as the sacrifices he made in pursuit of greatness.

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This week on What's the Call?, Theo and Andrea break down all the action from Roland-Garros 2026, from Mirra Andreeva's historic first Grand Slam title to Alexander Zverev finally capturing the major that had long eluded him. They discuss the stories behind the headlines, including qualifier Maja Chwalińska's incredible run to the final, Andreeva's growing confidence on court, and the emotional moments that defined the tournament.

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We're releasing this episode a day early because quite frankly, Roland Garros has descended into complete chaos and there was no way we could wait until Thursday. In what might be the most unpredictable Grand Slam in years, Jannik Sinner is out, Novak Djokovic is gone, Coco Gauff's title defence is over, and the draw has been turned completely on its head. Andrea and Theo break down all the biggest shocks from Paris, including Joao...

Day two at Roland-Garros and things are already spiralling. Theo, Andrea and Daily Mail tennis correspondent Tamara Prenn unpack the chaos of the French Open so far - from brutal heatwave conditions and mounting injuries to Novak Djokovic’s bizarre wolf jacket era and Aryna Sabalenka’s luxury fashion drama. They debate whether physical durability now matters more than actual tennis level, and ask whether anyone can real...

Jannik Sinner is officially unstoppable. This week Theo and Andrea break down his historic Rome win, the emotional moments behind his Golden Masters run, and why the pressure of becoming tennis’ biggest star may finally be starting to show. We also get into Elina Svitolina’s incredible comeback title, the Rome tournament’s heartwarming mascot initiative, and the most chaotic off-court moments of the week.

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What’s actually going through an interviewer’s head during a 7-6 nail-biter in the third set? This week, tennis media powerhouse Blair Henley joins Andrea to break down the high-stakes art of the post-match interview and the "Plan A" philosophy she uses to get players to open up. We dive into the grit of the freelance hustle, the "shelf life" of being a woman on camera, and why she’s never afraid to walk through t...

Theo and Andrea recap a wild week in Madrid where Jannik Sinner continued his path to total world domination, leaving a frustrated Alexander Zverev in the dust. Sinner is now one Rome title away from a historic Career Golden Masters, and the girls are asking: can literally anyone stop him? On the women’s side, things were much more chaotic: Marta Kostyuk clinched her first WTA 1000 title with a celebratory backflip, navigatin...

Theo and Andrea break down the devastating news that Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the French Open. As a wrist injury threatens to derail the young star's clay season, Theo and Andrea look back at the cautionary tales of Dominic Thiem and Juan Martín del Potro, questioning what this means for the long-term future of the "Carlitos" era. In a bizarre twist of fate, Theo reveals she nursed the exact same injury - proving that life...

Theo and Andrea are joined by Emily Snyder for a candid look at what life around professional tennis really feels like beyond the rankings and results. Based in Monaco, Emily shares how she met Valentin Vacherot, how she unexpectedly found herself immersed in the tennis world, and what it has been like to support his rise from the ITF and Challenger circuits to the ATP Tour and the top 20. Together they unpack the reality of tour l...

Andrea and Theo are back from Monaco and debriefing a slightly chaotic, very glamorous weekend at the Monte Carlo Masters. From being mildly unwell and climbing what felt like a million stairs to celeb spotting (hello Bradley Cooper and F1 drivers), they share what it’s really like to experience one of tennis’s most surreal tournaments. Plus, they break down the Sinner vs Carlos final and why, despite all the hype, it d...

In this episode, Theo and Andrea are joined by the UK’s most decorated quad wheelchair tennis player, Andy Lapthorne. With 18 Grand Slam titles and an MBE to his name, Andy’s trophy cabinet is crowded, but his ego definitely isn't. He opens up about his journey from a "non-tennis" working-class background to the top of the world rankings, proving that you don’t have to be a "textbook" athlete to dominate a sport. ...

The hardcourt swing is officially in the rearview mirror, and somehow, both Yannick Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka made the "Sunshine Double" look like a casual Sunday hit. Theo is still recovering from a series of bad predictions, while Andrea is taking a well-deserved victory lap for calling the dominance early. We’re diving into Sabalenka’s "untouchable" energy (and those slightly terrifying 98% Whoop recovery stats), Si...

Theo and Andrea are back to unpack a Miami Open week that somehow managed to be equal parts tennis tournament, fashion week, nightclub crawl, and fever dream. From player parties and outrageous outfits to Heat game cameos, giant fur coats in beach weather, and a tournament atmosphere that feels increasingly less about form and much more about chaos, they ask the important questions: is anyone actually locked in, and does Miami make...

This week, Theo and Andrea are wrapping up an unforgettable Indian Wells, where Aryna Sabalenka finally got her hands on the title after a dramatic rematch with Elena Rybakina, and Jannik Sinner added another huge milestone to his growing hard-court legacy. They break down both finals, from Sabalenka’s nerve in that wild deciding-set tie-break to Sinner’s rock-solid win over Daniil Medvedev, and get into all the little ...

Theo and Andrea are back with a live dispatch from Indian Wells, aka Tennis Paradise. With Andrea on the ground in Palm Springs, they dive into what it’s really like inside one of the most iconic tournaments on the calendar, from desert heat and player practice access to Novak’s on-court theatrics and the surprisingly intense food scene (including a $25 fluorescent cocktail). They also break down the unique vibe of Indi...

In this week’s episode, Theo and Andrea catch up on all the latest from the tennis world as the tour rolls toward Indian Wells. They chat through the biggest talking points of the week - from Emma Raducanu’s new Uniqlo deal (and the surprisingly big pay bump) to the WTA tournament in Austin introducing a “rage room” where players can smash rackets in private. They also react to Daniil Medvedev’s very o...

In this episode, Andrea and Theo are joined by tennis content creator Liza West, known for her sharp take on finals fashion, match culture, and the evolving media landscape of the sport. Liza shares how her background in social media marketing, alongside her early experiences as a Wimbledon ball girl, shaped her path into tennis storytelling. Together, they explore what it means to build a voice in a traditionally guarded industry,...

This week on What’s The Call, Andrea and Theo are back and they’ve got plenty to unpack. First up: Naomi Osaka. After the duo discussed her match and the “grunting debate,” Naomi posted what felt like a very direct (and very viral) response: “who gave them a microphone?” They break down what they actually said, why fan conversations matter in sport, and why tennis can feel intimidatingly technica...

Stefanos Tsitsipas slid into the DMs… and this guest turned out to be a bit of a blast from the past. In this episode, Stefanos opens up about navigating a challenging period, what it’s taken to feel like himself again, and why rediscovering the joy of competing has mattered just as much as results. We also get into favourite Slams, the grind and beauty of clay, and the tournament that delivers his ideal mix of tennis ...