The Sit-Down

Tennis Australia 118 - Evonne Goolagong Cawley: grace, greatness and a lasting legacy

The Sit-Down brings you in-depth interviews with some of the most influential figures from the world of tennis. From players to coaches, analysts, and tennis legends, each episode delves into their stories, revealing personal anecdotes and unique perspectives on the game. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world of tennis, The Sit-Down brings you conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in every week for an authentic, unfiltered chat with the personalities who’ve helped shape the sport of tennis.

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Episodes

Evonne Goolagong Cawley: grace, greatness and a lasting legacy

Tristan Schoolkate: recharged and ready for North America

Barbora Krejcikova: “I never really felt like the player to win a Slam”

Craig Tiley: leadership, legacy and the rise of tennis in Australia

Zach Heinzerling: on the Rafa you never knew

Todd Woodbridge (Part 2): “I wanted to be better at Wimbledon than Roland Garros”

Best of Wimbledon: Cash’s climb, Muguruza’s moment, Henman’s hill

Joanna Garland: “My dream is to play Wimbledon one day”

Mirra Andreeva: meeting a teen phenom

Todd Woodbridge (Part 1): records, recollections, and a legacy beyond tennis

Paul Kilderry: the ultimate tennis insider

Kimberly Birrell: “I think I’ve surprised quite a few people”

Lleyton Hewitt: three dreams achieved in a champion career

Mary Carillo: an iconic broadcaster ready for the Hall of Fame

Stan Smith: from Grand Slam champion to fashion icon

Angelique Kerber: from Melbourne Park magic to world No.1

Sam Stosur: how a clay-court sceptic became a Roland Garros finalist

Valentin Vacherot: "I'd rather win Monte Carlo than a Grand Slam"

Jelena Ostapenko: aiming for a return to her Roland Garros heights

Lindsay Davenport: career peaks, Serena’s serve, and that Billie Jean King quote

Joao Fonseca: Sinner, Alcaraz and the Federer influence

Learner Tien: "It landed in a soft place in my heart"

Katie Boulter: finding her place on court and her voice off it

Alexandra Eala: the Filipina trailblazer taking Asian tennis to new heights

Lorenzo Musetti: a top-five star and more complete than ever

Jennifer Capriati: her first podcast 25 years after winning AO 2001

Stan Wawrinka: a former champion on farewelling Australia

Daria Kasatkina: her journey to representing Australia

Dr Carolyn Broderick: the evolution of health and wellness in tennis

Alex de Minaur: “I would love nothing more than a deep AO run”

Heath Davidson: candid, resilient, and more motivated that ever

Patrick Kypson: the American with a golden ticket to AO 2026

Casey Dellacqua: the spark that lit a golden run

Maya Joint: the ongoing rise of Australia's new No.1 woman

Judy Murray (Part 2): building a women's tennis workforce

Mark Philippoussis: falling in love with tennis "all over again"

Daria & Luke Saville: Aussie tennis’ favourite couple in first podcast interview together

Zizou Bergs: "happy but not satisfied" in breakout season

Priscilla Hon: "unlocking" her brain to become a top-100 player

Rinky Hijikata: doubles superstar targeting solo success

Judy Murray: what it takes to raise two Grand Slam champions

Yannick Noah: peaks, pressures and life lessons of an iconic career

David Hall: recollections of an Australian wheelchair tennis legend

Rennae Stubbs: tennis parenting and the path to greatness

Michael Chang: earning his stripes in a nation of stars

Patrick McEnroe (Part 2): hooking into history

Casper & Christian Ruud: setting and stretching the bar

From underdog to icon: Jelena Dokic in a WTA golden era

Popyrin’s Canadian breakthrough, one year on

Brad Stine: the coach behind Tommy Paul and American greats