Tennis Traverse: Exploring the Game (Ivanna Zhang)
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| 06 May 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 37- Madrid Open Week 2 | 00:28:37 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 37th episode, I will be talking about Week 2 of my Madrid Open! Time stamps: WTA Player's Resurgence (00:01:19) Dominating WTA Players (00:07:45) Injuries Plaguing ATP Players (00:15:49) Rafael Nadal's Strong Performance (00:19:15) Quarterfinals ATP(00:23:58) Predictions for the Final (00:26:08) Links Mentioned: WTA Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WTA Tennis Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel Tennis TV: https://www.youtube.com/@tennistv SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 25- UTS Monfils’ Disqualification + Abu Dhabi / Qatar Open | 00:20:19 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 25th episode, I will cover tennis news this week, including issues surrounding the UTS Tournament and the Abu Dhabi Open. Links Mentioned: Dallas Open: Ben Shelton vs Michael Mmoh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obtS3ZCGSk4 James Duckworth vs Christopher Eubanks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obtS3ZCGSk4 UTS: Gael Monfils Tweet: https://twitter.com/Gael_Monfils/status/1756367003420364864 UTS Tweet: https://twitter.com/uts_tour_/status/1756290344902066566 UTS Website: https://www.uts.live/league-2024/oslo/ The Viking Holger Rune vs The Ice Man Casper Ruud: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CItMxNoeuM Abu Dhabi Open: Naomi Osaka vs Danielle Collins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGt-Cp68lvg Ons Jabeur vs Emma Raducanu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQVFwW-YK34 Elena Rybakina vs Danielle Collins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k376tM8Ir48 Daria Kasatkina vs Bia Haddad Maia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__1jsT4jvcY Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 21- Australian Open 2024 Week 1 Preview | 00:29:31 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 21st episode, I will preview and analyze the Australian Open's Week One action! Round one matchups, round one upsets, title contenders, predictions, AND MORE! Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 22- Australian Open 2024 Week 1 Summary + Week 2 Preview | 00:28:41 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 22nd episode, I will be summarizing Week 1 of the Australian Open and previewing Week 2! I also predicted the winners again after the unexpected turns at the tournament! Links Mentioned: Novak Djokovic vs Dino Prizmic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hujarDY2FFk&t=1s Roman Safiullin vs Tallon Griekspoor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1bZTOLNpIQ Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Dominic Thiem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXd6A4ZThTg Emil Ruusuvuori vs Daniil Medvedev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZaoSJiv4Tc Holger Rune vs Arthur Cazaux: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V14je7RG018 Adrian Mannarino vs Ben Shelton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDahrOZK7us Grigor Dimitrov vs Nuno Borges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bg4R0rgrNLE Cameron Norrie vs Casper Ruud: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmTfc_FDqcs Taylor Fritz vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ufA3Az5NHA Naomi Osaka vs Caroline Garcia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILcqWd7EOhc Peyton Stearns vs Daria Kasatkina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AT-EfCPwKYk Elena Rybakina vs Karolina Pliskova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0k6f549TBTM Elena Rybakina vs Anna Blinkova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DUdFiMwA2o Iga Swiatek vs Linda Noskova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEiQsSQItkA Qingwen Zheng vs Yafan Wang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEt-nZdtVeU Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 15- A Dive into the Four Grand Slams | 00:25:42 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 15th episode, I will introduce the four grand slams to new tennis fans! I talked about the brief history of the tournaments, the impressive players for each grand slam, and the pros and cons! Links Mentioned: Andy Murray v Thanasi Kokkinakis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNJtZpqQg4A Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | The Greatest Moments from the Second Week of the US Open | 00:27:32 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the second week of the US Open, offering match analyses, player performance insights, and predictions for the men's final. Ivy reflects on her accurate women's final prediction and discusses standout matches, including an Olympic finals rematch and Emma Navarro's victory over Coco Gauff. She highlights the mental and physical challenges players face and praises notable performances from both the women's and men's tournaments. Time stamps: Round of 16 Matches Overview (00:01:09) Coco Gauff vs. Emma Navarro (00:02:45) Muchova vs. Paolini (00:05:07) Sabalenka vs. Qinwen Zheng (00:06:09) Pegula vs. Swiatek (00:07:24) Semifinals Overview (00:09:55) Finals (00:12:33) Taylor Fritz vs. Casper Ruud (00:17:36) Dimitrov vs. Tiafoe (00:22:21) Finals Predictions Revisited (00:24:45) Links mentioned: Zheng Qinwen vs. Donna Vekic Full Match: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joto9-xgiqQ Emma Navarro vs. Coco Gauff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rc8mzAH2kns Karolina Muchova vs. Jasmine Paolini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZcuG2M8MMM Zheng Qinwen vs. Aryna Sabalenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-9wmepnPxA Iga Swiatek vs. Jessica Pegula: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXOMURiWrn0 Jessica Pegula vs. Karolina Muchova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2M1iqd_o6WM Emma Navarro vs. Aryna Sablenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaGzem1X-fs Jessica Pegula vs. Aryna Sabalenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjnHbuZsD5Q Casper Ruud vs. Taylor Fritz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJQV5R5nax0 Andrey Rublev vs. Grigor Dimitrov: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwLKWwjHHig Taylor Fritz vs. Frances Tiafoe Full Match: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AV40TOmfe0 Jannik Sinner vs. Jack Draper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JP95GKqjpZk Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 6- A Guide to Attending Your First Tennis Tournament | 00:18:49 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my sixth episode, I will be giving a guide to going to your first tennis tournament! Link mentioned: Rules of Tennis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P_Das6OjAk WTA: https://www.wtatennis.com/ ATP: https://www.atptour.com/ Instagram: @tennistraverse Twitter: @tennistraverse Youtube: @tennistraverse | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 36- Madrid Open | 00:21:21 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 36th episode, I will be talking about the Madrid Open! Time stamps: Barcelona Open and Casper Ruud's Victory (00:03:34) Madrid Open Overview (00:05:41) Women's Singles Matches (00:06:48) ATP Side (00:14:47) Links Mentioned: WTA Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WTA Tennis Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisChannel Barcelona Final: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQ2NFYQj0hE SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 27 Jan 2025 | Upsets, Comebacks, and Heart-Stopping Moments: The Drama of the Australian Open | 00:30:40 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the Australian Open, focusing mainly on the women's tournament. Ivy shares her personal experiences, including battling an illness that delayed her recording. She recounts memorable matches, such as Naomi Osaka vs. Karolina Muchova, and highlights key performances from players like Coco Gauff and Paula Badosa. Ivy also touches on the men's side, noting it was less thrilling. Time stamps: Match Highlights: Coco Gauff vs. Sofia Kenin (00:03:13) Naomi Osaka's Performance (00:04:27) Second Round Matches Overview (00:05:41) Mirra Andreeva's Tight Match (00:07:05) Laura Siegmund's Upset (00:08:09) Aryna Sabalenka vs. Clara Tauson (00:09:19) Eva Lys's Journey (00:10:29) Emma Raducanu vs. Iga Swiatek (00:10:29) Fourth Round Highlights (00:11:46) Semifinals Analysis (00:13:09) Finals Recap (00:15:40) Tsitsipas vs. Michelsen (00:18:06) Gael Monfils Match Analysis (00:19:18) Nick Kyrgios' Struggles (00:20:34) Second Round Matches Overview (00:21:56) Third Round Highlights (00:23:15) Jannik Sinner's Physical Struggles (00:24:38) Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz (00:25:40) Djokovic's Performance Insights (00:27:20) Previewing the Final: Sinner vs. Zverev (00:28:31) Links mentioned: Coco Gauff vs. Sofia Kenin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9cu9LHbGLs Naomi Osaka vs. Caroline Garcia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slR8IFBHvnY&t=381s Naomi Osaka vs. Karoline Muchova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi5jYqA-6BI Mirra Andreeva vs. Moyuka Uchijima: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Hrl8uzG6rw Laura Siegemund vs. Qinwen Zheng: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P81PhIdoqv4&t=357s Aryna Sabalenka vs. Clara Tauson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJu9qKl1tr0 Emma Raducanu vs. Iga Swiatek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nA7aA19Wv_o Eva Lys vs. Jacqueline Cristian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QzTxX-4k6k Madison Keys vs. Elena Rybakina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqbxkR_WYHw Madison Keys vs. Iga Swiatek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PfsFIocrPs Aryna Sabalenka vs. Paula Badosa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFQL0qiyiNg Paula Badosa vs. Coco Gauff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B33m31UyJYM Madison Keys vs. Aryna Sabalenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChUTsgpgxts Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Alex Michelsen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxLB_MsyaYA Nick Kyrgios vs. Jacob Fearnley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNaajwOqAys Gael Monfils vs. Mpteshi Perricard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5uIm5gmdac Andrey Rublev vs. Joao Fonseca: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dW85cU6rbkw Jannik Sinner vs. Holger Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRViQb7cd2Q Gael Monfils vs. Taylor Fritz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6MkUF0o78U Learner Tien vs. Daniil Medvedev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rigeUlWRlzo Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up7jxaRYt1o Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: | |||
| 28 Oct 2024 | The Road to Glory: In-Depth Breakdown of the 2024 Paris Masters Draw! | 00:22:07 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the 2024 Paris Masters tournament, providing in-depth analysis and predictions. Ivy discusses the significance of the tournament, highlights key players like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, and speculates on potential upsets. She also addresses the absence of defending champion Novak Djokovic and the impact of crowd support for French player Arthur Fils. Ivy promotes her newsletter for a detailed predicted draw and encourages listeners to subscribe for more insights. NEWSLETTER for DRAW PREDICTION: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Links mentioned: Novak Djokovic vs. Holger Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUTX37tFaos Time stamps: Novak Djokovic's Absence (00:02:08) Notable Players in Sinner's Half (00:04:32) Exciting Matchup Predictions (00:05:56) Upset Prediction: Rune vs. Arnaldi (00:08:24) Sinner's Doping Controversy (00:09:25) Analysis of the Lower Half (00:10:34) Star Matchups to Watch (00:14:18) Tommy Paul’s Performance (00:16:32) Ideal Final Matchup Prediction (00:17:40) Qualifying Tournament Insights (00:20:13) Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | The Big Four: How They Shaped Modern Tennis and Our Hearts | 00:14:57 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang reflects on Rafael Nadal's retirement and the legacy of the "Big Four" in tennis: Rafa Nadal, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray. Ivy shares personal anecdotes about each player, discussing their memorable matches and impact on the sport. She highlights Nadal's sportsmanship, Federer's elegance, Djokovic's discipline, and Murray's resilience. The episode serves as a heartfelt tribute to Nadal's illustrious career and a contemplation of the evolving tennis landscape following his departure from the professional scene. Time stamps: Andy Murray's Resilience (00:02:43) Roger Federer's Legacy (00:04:07) Novak Djokovic's Longevity (00:06:25) Rafael Nadal's Impact (00:09:42) Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 20- United Cup + Brisbane International + MORE | 00:30:43 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 20th episode, I will discuss the United Cup, Brisbane International, ASB Classic, and Hong Kong Open! All the preparational tournaments before the Australian Open! As well as predicting the winners of the tournaments! Links Mentioned: Naomi Osaka Biography Preorder: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/714087/naomi-osaka-by-ben-rothenberg/ Alex de Minaur vs. Novak Djokovic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0Cfs-JQSxY Emma Raducanu vs. Elina Svitolina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDEI-JM Andrey Rublev vs. Arthur Fils: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4bGGKdlWuc Ben Shelton vs. Roman Safiullin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6v_XrC0_LU Grigor Dimitrov vs. Andy Murray: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1dQqRxmurQ Danielle Collins vs. Lin Zhu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ML05HzGvPps Naomi Osaka vs. Tamara Korpatsch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyQXRSH3s3g&t=5s Naomi Osaka vs. Karolina Pliskova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZZJDYmmbvY Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 04 Sep 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 2- US Open 2023 Week One Summary + Week 2 Preview | 00:27:56 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my second episode, I will give my opinions on the matches and events surrounding USO Week 1, and predict quarterfinal and final matchups for Week 2! Links Mentioned: Taro Daniel vs. Gael Monfils: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFPpre6f73w JJ Wolf vs. Zhizhen Zheng: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aldP0p8dcJk Taylor Townsend vs. Beatriz Haddad Maia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41jqBRM1m4Q Elise Mertens vs. Danielle Collins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wd8sNt6NpJ4 Daria Kasatkina vs. Alycia Parks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAXDQg7mfKc Alex Molcan vs. Grigor Dimitrov: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nVoAPdLIqU Caroline Wozniacki vs. Jennifer Brady: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2tL88G2Xag Jelena Ostapenko vs. Bernarda Pera: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pkKbXPnyd4 Karolina Muchova vs. Taylor Townsend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJkcyhSY6ZE Laslo Djere vs. Novak Djokovic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3MVdZ28XaU&t=2s Elena Rybakina vs. Sorana Cirstea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itrznD9I4f0 Instagram: @tennistraverse Twitter: @tennistraverse Youtube: @tennistraverse | |||
| 13 Jan 2025 | Who Will Reign Supreme at the Australian Open 2025? | 00:49:03 | |
In this episode of the "Tennis Traverse" podcast, host Ivy Zhang delves into his predictions for the Australian Open 2025. She meticulously analyzes the men's and women's draws, highlighting key matchups, potential upsets, and players to watch. Ivy predicts Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will face off in the men's final, with Alcaraz emerging victorious. For the women's draw, he anticipates Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff reaching the final, favoring Gauff to win. SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: First Quarter Overview (00:02:14) Notable First Round Matches (00:03:28) Potential Upsets in the First Round (00:04:53) Fourth Round Predictions for First Quarter (00:06:07) Challenging Draws for Key Players (00:07:12) Star Matchup in Second Quarter (00:09:44) Upsets and Key Matches in Second Quarter (00:11:06) Fourth Round Predictions for Second Quarter (00:12:17) Fourth Round Predictions for Third Quarter (00:17:32) Final Quarter Overview (00:21:03) Challenging Matchups in Final Quarter (00:22:16) Fourth Round Predictions for Final Quarter (00:23:28) Men's Draw Predictions (00:24:39) Optimistic Predictions for Finals (00:25:50) Women's Singles Draw Predictions (00:26:57) Key Matchups in Women's Quarter (00:28:19) Fourth Round Predictions (00:29:42) Coco Gauff's Potential (00:30:54) Naomi Osaka's Comeback (00:32:13) Bencic vs. Ostapenko Analysis (00:33:21) Second Half of Women's Draw (00:37:20) Madison Keys' Strong Start (00:38:32) Potential Upsets in Last Quarter (00:40:57) Semifinal Predictions (00:45:45) Final Predictions for Australian Open (00:46:45) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 10 Sep 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 3 - US Open Week Two + Men's Final Predictions + Aftermath | 00:20:16 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my third episode, I will summarize US Open week two, predict the men’s final results, and talk about the aftermath of the US Open. Link Mentioned: Tommy Paul vs. Ben Shelton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFeXZGgYiBk Caroline Wozniacki vs. Coco Gauff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYX7meyBCd0 Iga Swiatek vs. Jelena Ostapenko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9YXWrcyFOY Novak Djokovic vs. Laslo Djere: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3MVdZ28XaU Alexander Zverev vs. Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjA0GaaeLUY Elena Rybakina vs. Sorana Cirtea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itrznD9I4f0 Madison Keys vs. Jessica Pegula: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iHmrmymSyk Peyton Stearns vs. Marketa Vondrousova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dK3JjvAThXc Zheng Qingwen vs. Ons Jabeur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNlM6HmXdL8 Ben Shelton vs. Frances Tiafoe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL5C4Qb3InA Madison Keys vs. Market Vondrousouva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXhhP4ShEkg Aryna Sablenka vs. Madison Keys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93zxKQr2bgo Daniil Medvedev vs. Carlos Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clQZXs6nRaY Instagram: @tennistraverse Twitter: @tennistraverse Youtube: @tennistraverse | |||
| 10 Feb 2025 | How Do Smaller Tournaments Shape Tennis Careers and Boost Player Confidence? | 00:19:13 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang explores the significance of tennis tournaments like WTA 250, WTA 500, and ATP 500 events. She discusses recent tournaments, including Linz, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi, highlighting key matches and players such as Ekaterina Alexandrova, Maria Sakkari, and Belinda Bencic. Ivy also touches on the Davis Cup and the Dallas Open, noting surprising outcomes and player performances. She emphasizes the importance of these smaller events in boosting players' confidence and shaping their careers, providing a comprehensive look at the tennis world beyond the grand slams. Time stamps: Linz Austria Tournament Overview (00:01:29) Sakkari and Tsitsipas' Struggles (00:03:17) Injury Issues for Kalinskaya (00:04:29) Abu Dhabi Open Highlights (00:05:42) Ons Jabeur's Comeback (00:07:12) Davis Cup Brief Mention (00:11:44) Dallas Open Expectations (00:12:52) ATP Rotterdam Tournament Insights (00:16:35) Links mentioned: Belinda Bencic vs. Elena Rybakina:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZLeGtD48fc Elena Rybakina vs. Ons Jabeur:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4I_9h1UJHdI ATP Rotterdam Highlights:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmFKXZD1E_0 Davis Cup Coverage from The Tennis Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TQAlYj9gKGwRforvpqzUX?si=caced5b4da8043d8 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: | |||
| 15 Jul 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 47- Wimbledon Second Week Thoughts | 00:16:41 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 47th episode, I will be talking about the Wimbledon Finals and the winners! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Wimbledon's Women's Singles Quarterfinals (00:02:30) Wimbledon's Women's Singles Semifinals (00:05:58) Wimbledon's Women's Singles Final (00:08:14) Wimbledon's Men's Singles Quarterfinals (00:10:21) Wimbledon's Men's Singles Semifinals (00:13:59) Wimbledon's Men's Singles Final (00:15:11) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 13 Nov 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 12- WTA Final Recap + Predictions of ATP Finals | 00:24:03 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 12th episode, I will do a rewards ceremony for the WTA Players with awards such as MVP, MIP, Fan Favs, etc, as well as give an insight into the top 5 matches OF THE YEARI also recapped the WTA finals, and predicted the ATP Final Winner! This was an amazing episode! Please don't miss out on it! USO WTA Final FULL MATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PH6VpEfTMVQ AO WTA Final HIGHLIGHT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZYrEiyPGuE Daria Kasatkina vs. Elena Rybakina HIGHLIGHT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOBtCKyT3zg Zheng Qinwen vs. Zhu Lin HIGHLIGHT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIot8Ehw4D4 Venus Williams vs. Camila Giorgi HIGHLIGHT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jw8RVPWyFnk Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | Coaching Changes and Player Struggles: The Reality of Tennis in an Olympic Year | 00:19:39 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang explores the complexities of the tennis season during the Asian swing. She discusses the challenges players face due to the packed schedule, particularly in Olympic years, and highlights the impact on performances, using examples like Jack Draper and Novak Djokovic. Ivy also covers coaching changes, including Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka, and shares her personal experiences with the China Open. Time stamps: Challenges of the Olympic Year (00:01:04) Jack Draper's Experience (00:02:18) Novak Djokovic's Performance (00:03:22) Daniel Evans' Long Match (00:04:44) Women’s Side Challenges (00:05:55) Iga Swiatek's Withdrawal (00:07:06) Rybakina's Withdrawals and Coaching Changes (00:08:11) Coco Gauff's Coaching Split (00:09:11) Naomi Osaka's Coaching Change (00:10:21). Laver Cup Overview (00:14:51) Upcoming Tournaments in the Asian Swing (00:16:58) Links mentioned: Federer, Nadal, Djokovic & Murray Reunited: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtlQ8bmjonM Federer/Nadal v Sock/Tiafoe Extended Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-R-md8wTWE Opening Night Gala: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJQMaPuyoDU Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 44- French Open Aftermath + Grass Season | 00:30:09 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 44th episode, I will discuss the aftermath of the French Open and some grass-court tournaments! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: The aftermath of the French Open (00:01:08) Players to watch in the grass season (00:02:20) Transition from clay to grass season (00:04:26) Focus on ATP players (00:05:39) Expectations for Novak Djokovic (00:08:01) Review of ATP and WTA tournaments (00:11:23) Outlook on the Queen's Club Championships (00:17:29) Korda's Victory Over Dimitrov (00:20:52) Carlos Alcaraz and Jack Draper Match (00:22:12) Tommy Paul vs. Lorenzo Musetti Final (00:23:16) Naomi Osaka's Match and Grass Court Performance (00:24:24) Walkovers and Quarterfinal Matches (00:25:33) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 02 Sep 2024 | When the Top Seeds Went Down: Did the Tennis Gods Take a Holiday? | 00:40:08 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang celebrates the podcast's one-year anniversary by diving into the first week's highlights of the US Open, the year's final Grand Slam. Ivy discusses notable upsets, including Carlos Alcaraz's unexpected loss to Botic van de Zandschulp and Novak Djokovic's defeat by Alexei Popyrin. She also reflects on the longest match in US Open history and the early exits of top seeds like Holger Rune and Stefanoes Tsitsipas. Ivy emphasizes the evolving tennis landscape and the emergence of new talent, expressing excitement for the tournament's remaining matches and potential new champions. Time stamps: Holger Rune vs. Brandon Nakashima (00:02:36) Lorenzo Musetti's Performance (00:05:15) Dominic Thiem's Last Grand Slam (00:07:37) Longest Match in US Open History (00:10:17) Stefanos Tsitsipas' Struggles (00:12:38) Challenging Conditions: Etcheverry vs. Cerundolo (00:13:54) Alcaraz's Loss Analysis (00:15:12) Djokovic's Surprising Exit (00:17:39) Potential Contenders Post-Alcaraz and Djokovic (00:20:09) Highlight Match: Tiafoe vs. Shelton (00:21:15) Sinner's Focus Amidst Scandals (00:22:23) Anisimova vs. Zheng Qinwen (00:23:28) Raducanu vs. Kenin (00:25:48) Andreescu vs. Pollini (00:26:57) Osaka's Match Highlights (00:28:09) Collins' Last Grand Slam (00:32:49) Shuai's Losing Streak (00:33:58) Rybakina's Withdrawal (00:35:03) Gauff vs. Svitolina (00:35:03) Potential Black Horses (00:36:11) Links mentioned: Holger Rune vs. Brandon Nakashima: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvJ5A9inp4w Reilly Opelka vs. Lorenzo Musetti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXD1GD1_AEo Daniel Evans vs. Karen Khachanov: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxJFs3Mh3zU Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Thanasi Kokkinakis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whrryVMjG68 Francisco Cerundolo vs. Tomas Martin Etcheverry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQXn_wjHKX0 Carlos Alcaraz vs. Botic van de Zandschulp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlzMPp3ceuA Alexei Popyrin vs. Novak Djokovic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WV9yPLDbJqw Ben Shelton vs. Frances Tiafoe FULL MATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MOWcvOKwlA Zheng Qinwen vs. Amanda Anisimova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sfPhMAtXjQ Emma Raducanu vs. Sofia Kenin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhlWjsRu6BI Bianca Andreescu vs. Jasmine Paolini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQdIeGSpYgk Jelena Ostapenko vs. Naomi Osaka FULL MATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pkNHHwi6f8 Danielle Collins vs. Caroline Dolehide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyNShpnsZys Zhang Shuai vs. Ashlyn Krueger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnlTf4QzHwk Elina Svitolina vs. Coco Gauff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPtB_ba38HE Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 09 Dec 2024 | Vote for Your Favorites: The WTA Awards and Why Your Opinion Matters! | 00:20:56 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the WTA awards, sharing her insights on categories like fan favorites, match of the year, and best moments. Ivy highlights players such as Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and Jasmine Paolini, reflecting on their performances and personal interactions. She encourages listeners to vote for their favorite players and hints at future episodes, including one on ATP finals rankings. Time stamps: WTA Awards Overview (00:01:16) Fan Favorite Nominees (00:02:28) Match of the Year Nominations (00:04:55) Best Moment from WTA 1000 Nominations (00:06:16) Best Moment from WTA 500 Tournaments (00:09:56) Best Moments from WTA 250 Tour (00:11:19) Best Fan Moment Nominations (00:14:45) Funny Moments Nominations (00:16:50) Most Improved Player Discussion (00:18:18) Links mentioned: WTA Vote: www.wtatennis.com/awards Aryna Sabalenka vs. Zheng Qinwen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLqi0w_zfqc Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 18 Nov 2024 | What Were the Highlights of the Billie Jean King Cup and ATP Finals This Year? | 00:24:18 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang recaps the recent Billie Jean King Cup and ATP Finals. She explains the formats, highlights key matches, and contrasts the two tournaments. Ivy discusses standout performances from players like Emma Raducanu, Katie Boulter, and Paula Badosa, while also reflecting on the logistical challenges of the Billie Jean King Cup. Transitioning to the ATP Finals, she notes the differences in competition intensity due to the round-robin format. Timestamp: Overview of the Billie Jean King Cup (00:01:03). Germany vs. Great Britain Match Recap (00:04:42) USA vs. Slovakia Match Overview (00:05:54) Spain vs. Poland Match Highlights (00:09:54) Japan vs. Romania Match Review (00:11:00) Round Two Matches Update (00:12:15) Comparison of Billie Jean King Cup and ATP Finals (00:15:53) ATP Finals Overview (00:19:02) Medvedev's Performance Discussion (00:20:16) Zverev and Alcaraz Match Insights (00:21:22) Semi-Finals Matches Update (00:22:38) Links mentioned: Billie Jean King Cup Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/@ITF.Tennis ATP Finals Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/@tennistv Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 04 Jan 2025 | The Best Players Poised for Breakthroughs in the 2025 Tennis Season | 00:22:03 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang previews the upcoming tennis season, focusing on both ATP and WTA players. She highlights emerging talents like Arthur Fils, João Fonseca, and Alex Mickelson, and discusses established stars such as Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, and Alexander Zverev. Ivy also covers WTA players, including Diana Shnaider, Amanda Anisimova, and Coco Gauff, addressing their performances, challenges, and potential for the new season. The episode delves into the impact of injuries, coaching changes, and the pressure of expectations, promising an exciting and competitive season ahead. Time stamps: ATP Players to Watch: Arthur Fils (00:01:05) ATP Players to Watch: Joao Fonseca (00:03:32) ATP Players to Watch: Alex Michelson (00:04:47) Top Tier ATP Players: Novak Djokovic (00:06:04) Top Tier ATP Players: Daniil Medvedev (00:08:31) Top Tier ATP Players: Taylor Fritz (00:09:45) Top Tier ATP Players: Carlos Alcaraz (00:10:55) Top Tier ATP Players: Alexander Zverev (00:10:55) Top Tier ATP Players: Jannik Sinner (00:11:58) WTA Newcomers: Diana Shnaider (00:12:58) WTA Newcomers: Donna Vekic (00:13:12) WTA Newcomers: Karolína Muchová (00:14:24) WTA Players to Watch: Amanda Anisimova (00:14:24) WTA Players to Watch: Emma Navarro (00:15:41) WTA Players to Watch: Jessica Pegula (00:15:41) WTA Players to Watch: Danielle Collins (00:16:44) WTA Players to Watch: Paula Badosa (00:17:58) WTA Players to Watch: Elena Rybakina (00:18:58) WTA Players to Watch: Coco Gauff (00:20:25) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 09 Oct 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 7- China Open + Shanghai Masters | 00:18:32 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 7th episode, I will be giving a summary and my input on the China Open and the Shanghai Masters!
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Alex De Minaur vs Andy Murray: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYLt_3N0Aqw
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| 20 May 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 39- Roland Garros Overview | 00:20:29 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 39th episode, I will be overviewing the Roland Garros tournament! Time stamps: Update on Rome Open (00:02:12) WTA Preview (00:03:19) ATP Preview (00:08:39) SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 04 Nov 2024 | The Battle for World Number One: Swiatek vs. Sabalenka at the WTA Finals! | 00:21:13 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into recent tennis events, focusing on the Paris Masters and WTA Finals. Ivy discusses Jack Draper's victory at the Vienna Open and his potential against top players. She covers notable matches, including Carlos Alcaraz's loss and Stefanos Tsitsipas's struggles, and highlights Giovanni Mpetshi-Perricard's impressive run. Ivy also previews the WTA Finals, analyzing contenders like Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka. Time stamps: Jack Draper's Vienna Open Victory (00:00:00) Match Insights from Vienna (00:01:09) Humbert vs. Zverev Final Preview (00:03:33) Mannarino's Upset Over Tommy Paul (00:06:06) Casper Ruud's Struggles (00:07:17) Giovanni Mpetshi-Perricard's Impressive Run (00:08:19) Jack Draper vs. Taylor Fritz (00:09:37) Arthur Fils' Performance (00:09:37) Carlos Alcaraz's Loss (00:10:55) Quarterfinals Overview (00:10:55) Introduction to WTA Finals Format (00:12:04) Breakdown of Sabalenka's Group (00:12:04) In-Form Player Discussion (00:13:20) Group Stage Results (00:15:33) Overview of Other Group (00:16:54) Final Thoughts on WTA Finals (00:20:23) Links mentioned: Adrian Mannarino vs. Tommy Paul: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBkaQ0Wp-AU Lorenzo Musetti vs. Jack Draper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96WgRa7EB4c Frances Tiafoe vs. Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DC1eb2iyL7M Jack Draper vs. Taylor Fritz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ure0f2gQMz0 Ugo Humbert vs. Carlos Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqUOrSjf0G4 Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 16- Star Players Next Tennis Season | 00:21:26 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 16th episode, I talked about the upcoming season and players you all should look out for! I separated them by WTA and ATP, as well as already impressive players, underwhelming players this season, rising stars, and comeback players! Enjoy!! Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 30 Oct 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 10- Vienna and Basel + WTA Finals and Elite Trophy | 00:18:33 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! First of all, I want to say HAPPY 10TH EPISODE!! In my 10th episode, I will be RECAPPING on the 2023 Vienna and Basel Tournaments. I talked about some interesting matchups including the funny relationship between Stefanoes Tsisipas and Daniil Medvedev! I also talked about the WTA Elite Trophy, and what I think of the WTA Finals Draw! Links: Lorenzo Mussetti vs Grigor Dimitrov Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Dominic Thiem Grigor Dimitrov vs Daniil Medvedev Frances Tiafoe vs Gael Monfils Daniil Medvedev vs Stefanos Tsitsipas Casper Ruud vs Alexander Bublik Dominic Stricker vs Casper Ruud Madison Keys vs. Beatriz Haddad Maia Zheng Qinwen vs. Beatriz Haddad Mai Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 13 - The Nitto ATP Finals | 00:16:50 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 13th episode, I will be giving out a summary of all the BEST matches at the Nitto ATP Finals! I also talked about my opinions of this tournament and predicted the final matchup: NOVAK DJOKOVIC vs JANNIK SINNER. Links Mentioned: Novak Djokovic vs Holger Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0iZjhDFuFQ Carlos Alcaraz vs Alexander Zverev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8_skc8GXqI Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWpvAhyK2go Daniil Medvedev vs Alexander Zverev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-L4K85Pp2x8 Jannik Sinner vs Holger Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WcpH3XYGrc Novak Djokovic vs Hubert Hurkacz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6lpgk1SJGI Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1XnvVzzVP8&t=1s Jannik Sinner vs Daniil Medvedev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXgO9wOM-Lw Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 23 Oct 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 9 - 2023 Asian Swing Recap + ATP WTA Finals Predictions | 00:19:57 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 9th episode, I will be RECAPPING on the 2023 Asian Swing. I talked about the win by Iga Swiatek at the China Open; and Hubert Hurkacz at The Shanghai Master. ROGER FEDERER's surprising appearance in Shanghai. I predicted the WTA and ATP Final champions AND SO MUCH MORE!!! Link mentioned: Liudmila Samsonova vs. Iga Swiatek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTFWo8rkV_g Jannik Sinner vs Ben Shelton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEKtOvN0D6I Carlos Alcaraz vs Grigor Dimitrov: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKbJPxRxxrU Andrey Rublev vs Hubert Hurkacz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-8pxIvmDFU Sebastian Korda vs Ben Shelton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ui3_S0YrSc Novak Djokovic vs Holger Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUTX37tFaos Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 03 Feb 2025 | Analyzing the Australian Open Aftermath: Key Performances and Future Prospects in Tennis | 00:29:28 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the aftermath of the Australian Open, analyzing the men's and women's finals. She discusses Jannik Sinner's dominant win over Alexander Zverev and Madison Keys' first Grand Slam title. Ivy highlights players to watch in upcoming tournaments, including Aryna Sabalenka, Paula Badosa, and Alex de Minaur. She also touches on the potential of newcomers Learner Tien and John Fonseca, and the challenges faced by established players like Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev. Time stamps: Men's Final Reflection (00:00:00) Sinner's Dominance and Future Focus (00:01:16) Women's Final Highlights (00:02:27) Madison Keys' Mindset (00:03:25) Aryna Sabalenka's Attitude (00:04:38) Badosa's Resilience (00:05:58) Eva Lys's Breakthrough Performance (00:07:14) Belinda Bencic's Comeback (00:09:33) Jasmine Paolini's Consistency (00:10:50) Andreeva's Challenges (00:11:34) Rybakina's Coaching Situation (00:12:06) Naomi Osaka's Potential (00:12:40) Katie Boulter's Early Exit (00:13:17) Men's Final Analysis (00:14:30) Sinner's Future Goals (00:15:41) Djokovic's Unknown Factors (00:16:49) Alex De Minaur's Quarterfinals Run (00:17:50) Ben Shelton's Performance (00:18:59) Lorenzo Sonego's Upset Victories (00:20:05) Gael Monfils' Physical Challenges (00:21:25) Michelson's Impressive Run (00:21:50) Newcomers to the Tennis Tour (00:22:34) Andrey Rublev and Daniil Medvedev's Struggles (00:23:46) Casper Ruud's Clay Court Potential (00:26:16) Jannik Sinner's WADA Hearing (00:27:21) Links mentioned: Rybakina's article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6034236/2025/01/02/rybakina-vukov-coach-suspended-wta-investigation/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: | |||
| 17 Feb 2025 | The Greatest Breakthroughs of the 2025 Tennis Season So Far | 00:21:47 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the current tennis season, highlighting both ATP and WTA tours. She discusses surprising results, such as Denis Shapovalov's victory over Casper Ruud and emerging threats like John Fonseca. Ivy also covers tournaments like the Argentina Open and Delray Beach Open, noting key performances by players like Taylor Fritz and Diego Schwartzman. On the WTA side, she analyzes the Doha Open, praising Amanda Anisimova's win. The episode also addresses Jannik Sinner's recent doping ban and its implications. Time stamps: ATP Dallas Analysis (00:01:26) Emerging Players (00:02:45) Argentina Open Insights (00:04:14) Diego Schwartzman's Retirement (00:06:36) Fonseca's Path to Finals (00:07:50) Delray Beach Tournament Update (00:08:56) Surprising Results in Doha (00:11:24) Semifinals Highlights (00:13:41) Sinner Ban Discussion (00:18:51) Links mentioned: Casper Ruud vs. Denis Shapovalov: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KY5Ui_TMtrY Joao Fonseca vs. Tomas Martin Etchverry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yslwt3b0vkc Coco Gauff vs. Marta Kostyuk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8IB-JXUYdE Aryna Sabalenka vs. Ekaterina Alexandrova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6ejEHxrRoY&t=65s Iga Swiatek vs. Jelena Ostapenko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZx4GM8o1Fw Amanda Anisimova vs. Jelena Ostapenko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qc1j8gdZIz8 Sinner ban article link: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tennis-jannik-sinner-ban-doping-case/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 4- USO Men’s Final Thoughts + SD Open & Davis Cup | 00:16:01 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my fourth episode, I am giving my opinions on the US Open Men's Final, talking about the Davis Cup, and other fun stuff surrounding tennis! Link mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pNQ6hDwBPg Instagram: @tennistraverse Twitter: @tennistraverse Youtube: @tennistraverse | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 26- Qatar Open + Dubai Open | 00:23:42 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 26th episode, I will be covering the news around tennis this week including Qatar Open, and predicting the Dubai Open coming up! Links Mentioned: Delray Beach Open: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRRaXKANmk4 Carlos Alcaraz vs Nicolas Jarry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlQ74qvie-E Nicolas Jarry vs Stan Warinkina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejMKDM90bQ0 Qinwen Zheng vs. Leylah Fernandez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqDgyoOFe0A Emma Navarro vs Elena Rybakina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvVaEIL2iZ4 Naomi Osaka vs Karolina Pliskova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOrMXVsXzH0 Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdrZl4Bs5uQ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 24- Book Review of Naomi Osaka by Ben Rothenberg | 00:24:32 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 24th episode, I will be doing a book review on Naomi Osaka's biography by Ben Rothenberg. I started with general compliments and specific details I LOVED about the book. I then talked about some things I didn't enjoy and gave my overall rating to this book! LISTEN TO FIND OUT! Links Mentioned: Naomi Osaka Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593472438?nodl=1&tag=randohouseinc7986-20&dplnkId=de338e4c-2a28-44c8-9880-67783b432536 Ben Rothenberg Podcast: https://nochallengesremaining.podbean.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 30 Sep 2024 | The Road to Glory: Who Will Claim Victory at the China Open This Year | 00:21:08 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the China Open, a key event in the tennis calendar. Ivy shares her personal connection to the tournament, recounting childhood visits and her evolving passion for tennis. She highlights notable matches, including Zhang Shuai's remarkable comeback and Naomi Osaka's milestone victory. Ivy discusses top contenders like Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, and rising stars such as Qinwen Zheng. On the men's side, she covers players like Daniil Medvedev and Jannik Sinner. Time stamps: Personal Story with the China Open (00:01:04) Overview of the China Open (00:02:14) Women's Matches Overview (00:03:28) Zhang Shuai's Performance (00:04:45) Muchova's Comeback (00:05:56) Highlight Matches to Watch (00:07:03) Naomi Osaka's Important Win (00:09:15) Potential Winners in Women's Tournament (00:10:18) Men's Tournament Overview (00:14:38) Yuanchaoketebu's Performance (00:15:46) Musetti's Year in Review (00:16:50) Top Contenders for Men's Title (00:17:55) Links mentioned: Shuai Zhang vs Emma Navarro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCEIxEvuzQY Jasmine Paolini vs Clara Tauson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UaAckBubKA Naomi Osaka vs Yulia Putintseva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNHq-Lnx_Ik Daniil Medvedev vs Gael Monfils: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnwKVnL3mVs Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 25 Nov 2024 | The Emotional Rollercoaster of Representing Your Country in Tennis! | 00:28:35 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the Billie Jean King Cup and the Davis Cup. Ivy reflects on the Billie Jean King Cup, highlighting key performances and matches, particularly the semi-finals between Poland and Italy, and Slovakia and Great Britain. She emphasizes the emotional significance of representing one’s country. Transitioning to the Davis Cup, Ivy discusses Rafael Nadal's retirement and its impact on Spain's team. She analyzes matches involving Spain and the Netherlands, and previews the final between Germany and the Netherlands. Time stamps: Part 1: Billie Jean King Cup Overview (00:01:11) Poland vs. Italy Semi-Final (00:02:29) Match Format Explanation (00:02:29) Italy's Player Performance (00:03:48) Importance of National Representation (00:04:28) Swiatek vs. Paolini Match (00:06:27) Doubles Match Dynamics (00:07:44) Slovakia vs. Great Britain Semi-Final (00:09:04) Preview of the Finals (00:12:52) Overall Thoughts on Billie Jean King Cup (00:14:02) Transition to Part 2: Davis Cup (00:15:19) Rafael Nadal's Retirement Discussion (00:16:36) Nadal's Singles Match Performance (00:17:58) Germany vs. Netherlands Match Analysis (00:21:38) Italy vs. Australia Match Summary (00:24:04) Finals Preview: Italy vs. Netherlands (00:25:27) Part 3: Recent Tennis News (00:26:40) Links mentioned: Iga Swiatek vs. Jasmine Paolini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fy-nrpUfVYA Paolini & Errani vs. Swiatek & Kawa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw5dLDDeHXI Rafael Nadal vs Botic van de Zandschulp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBHu1YenNPc Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 16 Sep 2024 | Tennis skirts are leaving the tennis courts, Enter street fashion | 00:19:37 | |
In Episode 56 of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the burgeoning trend of tennis skirts, highlighting their rise as fashionable items beyond the court. Ivy discusses the influence of celebrities like Zendaya and her fashion collection, which has spurred interest in tennis-inspired outfits. The episode features insights from the tennis community and fashion experts, comparing high-end and affordable tennis skirts. Departing from her usual match recaps, Ivy explores the quality, pricing, and cultural impact of tennis skirts, emphasizing their blend of style and functionality. The episode offers a fresh perspective on tennis fashion post-US Open. Time stamps: Tennis Fashion Beyond the Court (00:01:20) Zendaya's Influence on Tennis Fashion (00:02:26) The US Open's Role in Tennis Culture (00:03:44) Interviews with Tennis Community Members (00:04:56) Celebrity Influence vs. Tennis Community (00:06:16). Tennis Lookbook and Fashion Inspiration (00:07:25) Emergence of New Brands in Tennis Fashion (00:10:06) Quality Concerns in Tennis Skirts (00:11:30) Affordability of Tennis Skirts (00:12:31) Personal Experience with Tennis Skirts (00:16:27) Links mentioned: Tennis Lookbook: https://www.instagram.com/thetennislookbook/ Wilson Tennis Skirt: https://www.wilson.com/en-us/product/w-midtown-tennis-skirt-ww00160yef#colors=99751 https://www.wilson.com/en-us/product/w-midtown-wrap-skirt-ww00313411wta#colors=103981 Nike Tennis Skirt: https://www.nike.com/t/nikecourt-dri-fit-advantage-womens-pleated-tennis-skirt-dMLP0W/DR6849-100 https://www.nike.com/t/nikecourt-dri-fit-heritage-womens-tennis-skirt-103WlZ/FB4153-100 Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 25 Sep 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 5 - GDL Open + Lavers Cup | 00:15:06 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my fifth episode, I will give insights into the Guadalajara Open and The Lavers Cup. Link mentioned: Sofia Kenin vs. Leylah Fernandez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeoR-ifwrSk Caroline Garcia vs. Maria Sakkari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7qWbmtw3NU Casper Ruud v Tommy Paul: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB_zix3SelQ Behind the Scenes with Roger Federer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-I1Q5JxHZU Instagram: @tennistraverse Twitter: @tennistraverse Youtube: @tennistraverse | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 23- Australian Open 2024 Aftermath + My thoughts | 00:29:25 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 23rd episode, I will be talking about some players in the Australian Open! I also talked about my thoughts on the final from both men's Singles and women's Singles! Enjoy! Links Mentioned: Novak Djokovic v Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8ICgsnZHrU Jannik Sinner v Daniil Medvedev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b90INDbXX7Y Coco Gauff v Aryna Sabalenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqhbiWoiLEM Qinwen Zheng v Aryna Sabalenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLdkTzDbXVE Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 43- No Gatekeeping! Full Tennis Tour Access! | 00:20:57 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 43rd episode, I will be giving recommendations on all things surrounding tennis! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Channels (00:02:15) TV Shows (00:06:38) Highlight Recommendations (00:07:46) Books (00:10:55) Websites (00:15:44) Podcasts (00:18:03) Links Mentioned: Youtube Channels: WTA Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WTA ATP Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ATPTour Tennis TV: https://www.youtube.com/@tennistv Books: Naomi Osaka by Ben Rothenberg: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/714087/naomi-osaka-by-ben-rothenberg/ Open by Andre Agassi: https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409 Unstoppable by Maria Sharapova: https://www.amazon.com/Unstoppable-My-Life-So-Far/dp/0374279799 Rafa by Rafael Nadal and John Carlin: https://www.amazon.com/Rafa-My-Story-Rafael-Nadal/dp/0751547735 Websites: Live Ranking WTA: https://live-tennis.eu/en/wta-live-ranking Live Ranking ATP: https://live-tennis.eu/en/atp-live-ranking WTA: https://www.wtatennis.com/ ATP: https://www.atptour.com/en News update: https://www.ubitennis.net/ Podcasts: Tennis Traverse: https://open.spotify.com/show/1PGUUY5Et0dq80qVzl3YG0?si=444fb8ca87044b7b Tennis Unfiltered: https://open.spotify.com/show/4RJImW6lvoIlgdDkbzzGGb?si=1f693b8fc3f64d5c Served with Andy Roddick: https://open.spotify.com/show/6T87XuYtDAFC3a5mVahsg7?si=d6b28a9017e34e72 Tennis Channel Live Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/46edShuliWmyXLhEVuxUY9?si=68af96d5736e4cba Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 24 Feb 2025 | Tennis Turmoil: When Champions Fall and New Stars Rise! | 00:22:27 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into recent tennis tournaments, including the Qatar Open, Argentina Open, Rio Open, and Dubai Open. She analyzes surprising outcomes, such as Amanda Anisimova's victory over Jelena Ostapenko and Andrey Rublev's win in Qatar. Ivy also highlights Joao Fonseca's performance in Argentina and discusses the unpredictability of the Rio Open. She addresses broader issues like player safety and coaching controversies, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue. Timestamps: Qatar Open Women's Singles (00:01:19) Qatar Open Men's Singles Overview (00:02:47) Carlos Alcaraz's Performance (00:04:08) Unexpected Loss of Novak Djokovic (00:05:20) Final Match of Qatar Open (00:06:29) Argentina Open Highlights (00:08:56) Rio Open Expectations (00:10:12) Dubai Open Women's Singles Results (00:11:33) Clara Tauson vs. Mira Andreeva Final (00:18:01) Emma Raducanu's Emotional Situation (00:19:08) Rybakina's Coach Controversy (00:20:14) Conclusion of the Episode (00:21:46) Links mentioned: Joao Fonseca vs. Francisco Cerundolo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zO3uw4baqeM Jack Draper vs. Andrey Rublev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_ZszGc-u2g Clara Tauson vs. Mirra Andreeva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPc_qP1fwbU Emma Raducanu Article: https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/20/sport/emma-raducanu-dubai-tennis-update-spt-intl/index.html Elena Rybakina Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6035283/2025/02/11/stefano-vukov-wta-ban-report-elena-rybakina-coach/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 46- Wimbledon Week 1 Summary | 00:11:48 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 46th episode, I will summarize week one and preview week 2 Wimbledon! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Andy Murray's Withdrawal (00:01:08) Injuries and Player Withdrawals (00:02:14) Surprising Player Performances (00:04:32) Players Advancing Deep in the Tournament (00:05:40) Men's Early Round Eliminations (00:08:20) Novak Djokovic's Performance (00:10:52) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 25 Dec 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 18- Tennis Holiday Gift Guide! | 00:18:37 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 18th episode, I provided a holiday gift guide for tennis lovers! This episode applies not only to those buying gifts for tennis fans BUT ALSO to tennis lovers who want to buy themselves a gift for the holidays! Links Mentioned: Naomi Osaka Biography Preorder!! Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 33- Monte Carlo Preview + Weekly Tournaments | 00:26:07 | |
SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 33rd episode, I will be breaking down the Monte Carlo Open draw and briefly summarizing the past week of events! Time Stamps: Miami Open and Charleston recap (00:03:29) Estoril Open and controversial match (00:06:52) Monte Carlo Open draw analysis (00:12:25) Final predictions and conclusion (00:23:13) Links Mentioned: Jessica Pegula vs. Victoria Azarenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVcPflnc4I4 Danielle Collins vs. Ons Jabeur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnJHGgdHrOk&t=9s Estoril Quarterfinal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MX6hiw321P8&pp=ygUMZXN0b3JpbCBvcGVu Monte Carlo YT Channel for Qualifying live stream: https://www.youtube.com/@MCRolexMasters Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 01 Jan 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 19- Nadal and Osaka’s Return | 00:21:59 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 19th episode, I will discuss the Brisbane International, predicting its winners and how far Nadal and Osaka will go in the tournament. Links Mentioned: Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 11 Nov 2024 | The Best Moments from the WTA Finals: A Season to Remember | 00:21:50 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang reviews the end of the WTA and ATP tennis seasons, focusing on the WTA Finals and the Paris Masters. She discusses key matches, player performances, and the impact of season-long fatigue. Ivy highlights Alexander Zverev's dominant win at the Paris Masters and delves into the round-robin format of the WTA Finals, analyzing matches involving Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and others. Time stamps: Zverev vs. Humbert Final (00:02:18) Controversy in Semifinals (00:03:32) Thoughts on Round Robin Format (00:05:58) Group One Results (00:07:10) Match Analysis: Sabalenka vs. Paolini (00:08:22) Group Two Matches (00:11:45) Krejcikova vs. Gauff (00:15:00) Semifinals Overview (00:16:11) Final Match Recap (00:17:22) ATP Finals Preview (00:19:37) Links mentioned: WTA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WTA Coco Gauff vs. Qinwen Zheng: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Mylewk6Ifg Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 16 Dec 2024 | Tennis Triumphs: Celebrating the Stars of the ATP Tour | 00:16:22 | |
In this episode of Tennis Traverse, host Ivy Zhang hosts an ATP Tour awards night, mirroring a previous WTA-focused episode. Ivy nominates Carlos Alcaraz as the fan favorite, praises the Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz Olympic match as the match of the year, and celebrates Djokovic's Olympic title win as the best moment. She also highlights Taylor Fritz as the most improved player, spotlights rising stars Jack Draper and Arthur Fils, and awards Matteo Berrettini as the comeback player of the year. The episode concludes with a humorous recount of a bee invasion during an Indian Wells match. Time stamps: Fan Favorite (01:10) Match of the Year (03:38) Best Moment (06:03) Most Improved Player (07:26) Upcoming Talents (08:35) Comeback Player of the Year (10:58) Notable Players (12:04) Funny Moment (14:18) Links mentioned: Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz Olympics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M6cRuJqIBs Bee Invasion Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AADUUz2xqos Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | Is the Big 4 Era Coming to an End? | 00:27:46 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 35th episode, I will be summarizing the tournaments this week and discussing the Era of Big 4. Time Stamps: Stuttgart Open (00:02:19) Other Tournaments (00:05:41) Barcelona Open (00:08:08) The Big Four Era (00:10:24) New Wave of Players (00:17:30) Assessment of the Season (00:24:27) Links Mentioned: Iga Swiatek vs. Elena Rybakina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk4lk3YYDtU Iga Swiatek vs. Emma Raducanu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcwBamwJORk SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 28 Aug 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 1- Players to Look Out for in the US Open 2023 Main Draw | 00:16:13 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my first episode, I will be talking about players to follow in the main draw of the US Open 2023! US Open: https://www.usopen.org WTA: https://www.wtatennis.com/ ATP: https://www.atptour.com/en/ Instagram: @tennistraverse Twitter: @tennistraverse Youtube: @tennistraverse | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | Podcasting and Sports Journalism after 4 Weeks at One of the Best Journalism Camp | 00:17:45 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 48th episode, I will be sharing what I learned at one of the best Journalism camps! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Links Mentioned: https://www.apple.com/apple-news/ Time stamps: Importance of Audience Engagement (00:01:12) Using Short, Simple Sentences (00:02:17) The Inverted Pyramid Structure (00:04:37) Creating Smooth Transitions (00:05:42) Finding Your Voice (00:06:41) The Role of Nat Sound (00:08:49) Growth in Sports Media Jobs (00:11:13) Consumer Challenges with Streaming (00:12:21) Importance of Networking (00:12:21) Consuming Media for Experience (00:13:27) Learning from the Past (00:14:30) Getting Noticed in Journalism (00:15:38) Advertising vs. Complacency (00:15:38) Conclusion and Future of Sports Journalism (00:16:44) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 27 Nov 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 14- ATP Awards with Aaron Baskt | 00:21:17 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! I HAVE A SPECIAL GUEST IN THIS EPISODE! He calls himself "Jewkavic"- Aaron Baskt- someone who trains with me in tennis. In my 14th episode, we each nominated ATP players for different awards: MVP, Most Improved, Clutch, Fan Favorite, Most Entertaining, and Most Underwhelming! This is my first episode with a guest and it's so much fun!! This was an amazing episode! Please don't miss out on it! Links Mentioned: Match of the Year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fgy8tjrKy1Y Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Aaron's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_bakiski_06/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 13 May 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 38- Osaka and Nadal’s Comeback Journey | 00:27:21 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 38th episode, I will be discussing Osaka and Rafa’s coming-back journey after a long break! Time stamps: Nadal's Performance (00:03:32) Osaka's Return (00:14:00) Closing Remarks (00:27:15) Links mentioned: Rafael Nadal vs Jordan Thompson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf6bCks-p2Y&t=167s Rafael Nadal Win vs Alex De Minaur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5wRG3qC8ak Rafa Nadal vs Hubert Hurkacz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seE8uVx8Vu4 Naomi Osaka vs. Tamara Korpatsch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyQXRSH3s3g&t=6s Naomi Osaka vs. Elina Svitolina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqPGY2hytds Naomi Osaka vs. Daria Kasatkina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5IBDDj99Fw&t=94s Naomi Osaka vs. Marta Kostyuk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5r-1kNgO5rQ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 27 May 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 40- Roland Garros Draw Analysis + Prediction | 00:43:07 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 40th episode, I will be analyzing the Roland Garros Draw and predicting its winners! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: 00:03:42 Women's Draw Analysis 00:19:19 WTA Semifinal Matchups and Final Prediction 00:21:45 Men's Draw Analysis 00:37:07 ATP Semifinal Matchups and Final Prediction Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 25 Mar 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 31- Miami Open Preview | 00:29:46 | |
SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER to follow along: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 31st episode, I will be talking about the first few days of the Miami Open as well as predicting the tournament champions! Timestamps: (00:00:00) Moment of silence for Aryna Sabalenka's ex-boyfriend. (00:01:06) Announcement of new weekly newsletter on Substack (00:04:13) Recap of the Indian Wells results, including Iga Swiatek's and Carlos Alcaraz's victories. (00:08:27) Breakdown of WTA Miami Open Draw - Quarter 1 (00:12:37) Breakdown of WTA Miami Open Draw - Quarter 2 (00:15:50) Breakdown of WTA Miami Open Draw - Quarter 3 (00:18:00) Breakdown of WTA Miami Open Draw - Quarter 4 (00:20:07) Prediction for WTA Miami Open Semifinals and Final (00:21:17) Breakdown of ATP Miami Open Draw - Quarter 1 (00:22:19) Breakdown of ATP Miami Open Draw - Quarter 2 (00:23:24) Breakdown of ATP Miami Open Draw - Quarter (00:26:39) Breakdown of ATP Miami Open Draw - Quarter 4 (00:27:41) Prediction for ATP Miami Open Semifinals and Final Links mentioned: Katie Volynets vs Sofia Kenin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZt_P1YS6oA Tatjana Maria vs Emiliana Arango: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Mx6k7UcK3I Naomi Osaka vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1mHCwy5dH8 Sloane Stephens vs Angelique Kerber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukVeLjmzp6E Diana Shnaider vs Venus Williams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2Ad6g0VnLA Lucia Bronzetti vs Taylor Townsend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uH91ivwtqXc Simona Halep vs Paula Badosa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hw5qjcnhrW4 Aryna Sablenka vs Paula Badosa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xbfrO3oU38 Peyton Stearns vs Victoria Azarenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0QIEGRGhw4 Sebastian Ofner vs. Kei Nishikori: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQ0r4_uhYOU Seyboth Wild vs Nuno Borges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCPoRKvmMfQ Andy Murray vs Matteo Berrettini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwsIZq24rBY Andrey Rublev vs Tomas Machac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3F5MRKbBDA Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 25 Aug 2023 | Welcome to ‘Tennis Traverse: Exploring the Game’! | 00:00:37 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! Tune in on August 28th for the Episode 1 of the podcast! Thank you for listening!
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| 07 Oct 2024 | What Were the Key Highlights from the China Open and Shanghai Masters? | 00:19:03 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the Asian swing of the tennis season, focusing on the China Open and Shanghai Masters. She analyzes key matches, including Carlos Alcaraz vs. Jannik Sinner and Naomi Osaka vs. Coco Gauff. Ivy highlights impressive performances by Chinese players like Yuan Chao and Zhang Shuai and discusses Daniil Medvedev's struggles. She also reflects on the mental challenges faced by players and the evolving tennis landscape. Time stamps: Yuanchaoketebu's Impressive Run (00:02:31) Match Against Jannik Sinner (00:03:38) Alcaraz vs. Medvedev Match (00:04:46) ATP Final Recap (00:05:49) Naomi Osaka vs. Coco Gauff (00:06:53) Zhang Shuai's Comeback (00:09:08) Mirra Andreeva vs. Qinwen Zheng (00:10:16) Muchova's Performance (00:11:19) Shanghai Open Overview (00:12:25) Casper Ruud's Progress (00:14:41) Yibing's Comeback (00:15:47) Rublev's Struggles Against Czech Players (00:16:34) Djokovic's Return to Shanghai (00:16:56) Links mentioned: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kv_obyZNKl4 Naomi Osaka vs. Coco Gauff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsdhRl1nH4E Anna Kalinskaya vs. Yuliia Starodubtseva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuN2wXzcVMU Aryna Sabalenka vs. Karolina Muchova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9QwUmwmNvc Coco Gauff vs. Paula Badosa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJ9E_cIkmRs Karolina Muchova vs. Zheng Qinwen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1NQdtyjb1M Novak Djokovic vs Alex Michelsen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kThXzLxaZnQ Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 15 Apr 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 34- Monte Carlo Finals Preview + Week 2 | 00:33:56 | |
SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 34th episode, I will be breaking down the action at Monte Carlo and previewing the finals! Time Stamps: Carlos Alcaraz's Injury (00:01:18) Umpires and Clay (00:02:23) Holger Rune vs. Grigor Dimitrov Match (00:04:34) Novak Djokovic's Matches (00:07:54) Casper Ruud's Matches (00:11:09) Stefanos Tsitsipas' Matches (00:17:52) Jannik Sinner's Matches (00:21:20) Djokovic vs. Ruud Match (00:23:30) Tsitsipas vs. Sinner Match (00:27:42) Finals Prediction (00:29:44) Links Mentioned: Rune vs Dimitrov: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nE3Mh-nhsjc Tsitsipas vs Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TV4l392rHHY Ruud vs. Djokovic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SlkjtaXXso Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 17- Predicting New Season Grand Slam Winners | 00:20:53 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 17th episode, I predicted grand slam winners for this upcoming season. From Carlos Alcaraz to Naomi Osaka, even though my predictions might be biased, I tried to be as fair as possible :) A really enjoyable episode! Please don't miss out! Links Mentioned: ATP Schedule: https://www.atptour.com/en/tournaments WTA Schedule: https://www.wtatennis.com/tournaments Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hDM_GmdnCY Funny Daniil Medvedev Moments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hxl4fBt1Lds Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 27- Weekly Tournament Recap | 00:26:20 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 27th episode, I will be doing my regular weekly tournament recap, including Los Carbos Open, Rio Open, and the Dubai Open! Links Mentioned: Casper Ruud vs. Jordan Thompson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTG2DxjRY-c Casper Ruud vs. Nuno Borges: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf-gjnlPIuU Jack Draper vs. Thanasi Kokkinakis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OrdFqpcL_U Alexander Zverev vs. Jordan Thompson & Casper Ruud vs. Stefanoes Tsitsipas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuMyDwRvi_E Arthur Fils vs. Joao Fonseca: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvi7KzMOg3k Anna Kalinskaya vs. Jasmine Paolini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjfUQEb00Ys Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 06 Nov 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 11- Cancun WTA Final + Paris Masters | 00:18:12 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 11th episode, I will be talking about some interesting matchups that took place at the Cancun WTA Finals and the Paris Masters 1000 Tournament. I ALSO talked about the unflexible schedule the players complained about surrounding the tournaments, and my OPINIONS on them!!! Links: Elena Rybakina vs Maria Sakkari Aryna Sablenka vs Elena Rybakina Coco Gauff vs Marketa Vondrousouva Dominic Thiem vs Stan Wawrinka Grigor Dimitrov vs Lorenzo Musetti Carlos Alcaraz vs Roman Safuillan Grigor Dimitrov vs Stefanos Tsitsipas Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 14 Oct 2024 | From Drama to Dominance: The Rollercoaster of the Asian Tennis Season | 00:20:31 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang delves into the latest events in the tennis world, focusing on the Asian swing. She covers the China Open, Wuhan Open, and Shanghai Open, providing updates on match results and player performances. Ivy discusses controversies involving Paula Badosa and Magda Linette and analyzes the games of Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Aryna Sabalenka, among others. She also addresses the new game clock rules and players' reactions. Time stamps: China Open Women's Final (00:07) Wuhan Open Drama (00:27) Jessica Pegula's Performance (04:37) Jasmine Paolini's Rise (08:02) Sabalenka vs. Gauff Match (09:11) Shanghai Open Drama (12:31) Taylor Fritz vs. Novak Djokovic Match (16:02) Alcaraz's Loss to Thomas Machac (17:10) Links mentioned: Coco Gauff vs. Karolina Muchova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wt4YtFaifg4 Taylor Fritz vs. Novak Djokovic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQIUBB67cUE Carlos Alcaraz vs. Thomas Machac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPPrVzXNwuQ Thomas Machac vs. Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpRmadWp-Rw Social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 12 Aug 2024 | Who will win the US Open? | 00:25:49 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 51st episode, I will discuss players to look out for in the US Open! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Iga Swiatek's Performance (00:01:06). Coco Gauff's Title Defense (00:05:49) Aryna Sabalenka's Readiness (00:07:55) Naomi Osaka's Comeback (00:09:01) Emerging US Players (00:11:07) Novak Djokovic's Chances (00:16:43) Carlos Alcaraz's Year (00:19:01) Jannik Sinner's Injury (00:20:09) Other Contenders (00:21:27) Links Mentioned: Coco Gauff vs. Aryna Sabalenka Full Match: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PH6VpEfTMVQ Coco Gauff vs. Aryna Sabalenka Full Match Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYEE3m89IA4 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 05 Aug 2024 | From Dreams to Victory: Djokovic and Zheng's Golden Moment | 00:16:14 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 50th episode, I will discuss the winners of this year's Paris Olympics!!! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Djokovic's Path to the Podium (00:04:45) Quarterfinals and Semifinals (00:06:01) Gold Medal Match: Djokovic vs. Alcaraz (00:07:13) Qinwen Zheng's Journey (00:10:44) Zheng's Early Matches (00:11:53) Quarterfinals and Close Matches (00:13:04) Finals Overview (00:15:25) Links Mentioned: Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L33NFn-yXKY Qinwen Zheng vs Donna Vekic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTqhHfZERSY Novak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YSJuxLkdzk Links Used: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh-ypDd5ZLE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JsLuDyiUkQ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 32- Miami Open Second Week + Predicting Men’s Finals | 00:29:01 | |
SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 32nd episode, I will be breaking down the Miami Open second week, talking about the women’s final and the men’s final coming up. Time Stamps: WTA draw highlights (00:02:24) Trends in WTA Miami matches (00:08:05) Women's final and Collins' victory (00:16:12) Men's matches and semifinals (00:18:24) Trends in ATP Miami matches (00:23:55) Sinner vs. Dimitrov Final (00:27:13) Links Mentioned: Rybakina vs Townsend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8mxTktvspU Swiatek vs Noskova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4KsQpHHvUM Garcia vs Osaka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnWYFvPsSIE Alexandrova vs Swiatek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmMia0hT_NQ Gauff vs Garcia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGVLdCzWB74 Rybakina vs Sakkari: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBHErNdj5Ag Rybakina vs Azarenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8mxTktvspU Collins vs Alexandrova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrxQZdKUsR8 Marozsan vs Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aS5ZInumpVo Musetti vs Shelton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD5gSHIWqsc Korda vs Hurkacz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xGH343LE20 Dimitrov vs Hurkacz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0QBHTj9enw Dimitrov vs Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sURU9bssQc Semifinal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNev45CibIQ Collins vs Rybakina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRl0v1be__0 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 45- Previewing Wimbledon! | 00:19:36 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 45th episode, I will be previewing Wimbledon! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Preview of Women's Draw (00:02:37) Specific Women's Matchups (00:03:47) Naomi Osaka's Preparation (00:07:27) Men's Draw and Player Insights (00:12:21) Player Matchups and Expectations (00:16:28) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 29- Previewing Indian Wells | 00:33:20 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 29th episode, I will be talking about the first few days of the Indian Wells BNP Paribas Open as well as predicting the tournament champions!
Links mentioned:
Andy Murray vs. David Goffin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAx57L9EdMM
Andrey Rublev vs. Andy Murray: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTQdNEs4Sq0
Carlos Alcaraz vs. Matteo Arnaldi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhkxbIK_UrU
Iga Swiatek vs. Danielle Collins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmBlWvRu9uU
Madison Keys vs Hailey Baptiste: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ja5rNXOuRE4
Jelena Ostapenko vs. Angelique Kerber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLLCTT3PIbc
Donna Vekic vs. Caroline Wozniacki: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rT0aLknTJo
Naomi Osaka vs. Sara Errani: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZ3hkAstYtw
Coco Gauff vs. Clara Burel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emGD4aq-SH4
Anna Blinkova vs. Karolina Pliskova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLV6nNussjU
Diane Parry vs Leylah Fernandez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WhdOltlTEY
Maria Sakkari vs. Diana Shnaider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arfx4JloJo8
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| 30 Dec 2024 | Preparing for the Australian Open: Insights and Predictions for the 2025 Tennis Season | 00:18:16 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang previews the 2025 tennis season, focusing on key tournaments like the Grand Slams and other significant events. She discusses the impact of recent doping scandals and coaching changes on players' performances. Ivy highlights notable players such as Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic, and Carlos Alcaraz, and analyzes potential matchups and rivalries. She also covers the importance of tournaments like Indian Wells, Miami Open, and the Asian swing. Time stamps: Overview of the Australian Open (00:01:12) Player Dynamics in Australia (00:02:22) Coaching Changes and Player Expectations (00:04:45) Men's Tour Highlights (00:05:57) Indian Wells and Miami Open Preview (00:07:07) French Open Insights (00:08:12) Clay Court Tournaments (00:10:46) Grass Court Season Expectations (00:12:02) US Open Preview (00:15:48) Asian Swing and Year-End Finals (00:16:57) Links mentioned: WTA Schedule: https://www.wtatennis.com/tournaments/2025 ATP Schedule: https://www.atptour.com/en/tournaments Social Media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/tennistraverse Twitter: www.twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: www.youtube.com/tennistraverse Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 28- Weekly Tournaments + Rublev Default + Indian Wells | 00:30:25 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 28th episode, I will discuss the Dubai Open, the Chile Open, and the San Diego Open. As well as give my opinion on the Rublev’s default, and predicting Indian Wells. Links Mentioned: Beatriz Haddad Maia vs. Katie Boulter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgwznNg_77g Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova vs Marta Kostyuk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QZhSOW2uC8 Andrey Rublev vs Zhizhen Zhang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLyYmv3EH38 MORE Dubai Open: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6PHL2IXYGo Ugo Humbert vs Alexander Bublik: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIqBYrg9kpI Andrey Rublev: https://twitter.com/TennisTV/status/1763593166693834981 Arthur Fils: https://twitter.com/pavyg/status/1763954394154889538 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 16 Oct 2023 | Tennis Traverse Episode 8 - My Story with Naomi Osaka | 00:24:34 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 8th episode, I will be talking ALL about Naomi Osaka, my favorite tennis player, to celebrate her birthday: what she means to me, what she means to everyone, my journey with her, etc. Link mentioned: Naomi Funny Moments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCTJi9p7aLc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUmCCjQL9FM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLGqm1wu_V4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HClhVBDWVSo Naomi Best Points: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9Lu81p1JXQ Naomi Fan Page: https://www.instagram.com/naomi_osaka_queen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos | |||
| 19 Aug 2024 | The Best Tips for an Unforgettable US Open Experience! | 00:18:42 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 52nd episode, I will be talking about the ways fans can get the best experience during fan week at the US Open. Time stamps: US Open Guide Introduction (00:02:08). Downloading the US Open App (00:03:16) Requesting Fan Week Access Pass (00:05:24) Prohibited Items (00:06:31) Getting to the Stadium (00:07:30) Monday Activities (00:08:36) Tuesday Events and Practices (00:12:42) Wednesday Qualifying Matches (00:13:44) Thursday and Friday Activities (00:14:47) Kids Day on Saturday (00:15:53) Chill Sunday Practices (00:17:00) Food and Refreshments (00:17:00) Links Mentioned: A Guide to attending your first tennis tournament episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XeHFZR17Z92HYBKNzXIW1?si=ffb339b5fc29443e Event map: https://www.usopen.org/en_US/fan-week/fan-week-grounds-map.html General website: https://www.usopen.org/en_US/about/us_open_fan_week.html Prohibited items: https://www.usopen.org/en_US/visit/prohibited_items.html Fan pass: https://fanpass.usopen.org/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 26 Aug 2024 | Who Will Reign Supreme at the 2024 US Open: Predictions and Insights! | 00:39:48 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Traverse," host Ivy Zhang provides an in-depth analysis of the 2024 US Open draw for both men's and women's singles tournaments. Drawing from her personal experiences at the event, Ivy discusses key players, potential matchups, and her top contenders. She highlights Jessica Pegula, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and Iga Swiatek in the women's draw, and predicts a final between Pegula and Sabalenka. For the men's draw, Ivy focuses on Daniil Medvedev, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic, predicting a final between Jannik Sinner and Djokovic. Time stamps: Top Contenders for Women's Draw (00:04:36) First Quarter Matchups (00:05:36) Quarter Two Overview (00:10:09) Quarter Three Overview (00:15:40) Quarter Four Overview (00:17:57) Finals Predictions for Women's Draw (00:21:31) Men's Quarter One Overview (00:22:36) Quarter Two Overview (00:26:08) Semifinals Prediction: Sinner vs. Alcaraz (00:27:14) Quarter Three Insights (00:28:20) Quarter Four Matches to Watch (00:30:41) Finals Prediction: Djokovic vs. Sinner (00:35:18) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 06 Jan 2025 | A Deep Dive into the United Cup and ASB Classic Ahead of the Australian Open | 00:20:17 | |
In this episode of Tennis Traverse, Ivy Zhang delves into the tennis world as players gear up for the Australian Open. The host shares insights on recent tournaments like the United Cup and ASB Classic, highlighting key performances and player dynamics. Naomi Osaka's return to the finals is a focal point, symbolizing a shift in the 2025 season. Observations on matches, player struggles, and emerging talents are shared, encapsulating the excitement and evolving landscape of tennis. Timp stamps: Focus on Upcoming Tournaments (00:01:49) The United Cup Overview (00:02:49) Notable Matches and Player Conditions (00:05:28) ASB Classic Tournament Highlights (00:09:16) Naomi Osaka's Confidence Boost (00:11:55) Brisbane Tournament Overview (00:14:02) Rising Players in Brisbane (00:15:18) Women's Side of Brisbane (00:16:29) Final Thoughts on Player Performance (00:17:45) Links mentioned: Blue Yeti Microphone: https://www.logitechg.com/en-us/products/streaming-gear/yeti-premium-usb-microphone.html?srsltid=AfmBOopHReblkeA2vwNfC2NNUj7rRysvHWD6SbHGOM4UvuSjxrSRAniF Novak Djokovic vs. Riley Opelka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLu1TK1Xc4c Xinyu Gao vs. Bia Haddad Maia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Rl0TNiWhWg Naomi Osaka vs. Hailey Baptiste: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAibY188Hl0 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 29 Jul 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 49- The Paris Olympics | 00:23:54 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 49th episode, I will be sharing my draw predictions for this year's tennis event in the Paris Olympics SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Tennis Representation at the Olympics (00:02:23) Women's Draw Overview (00:03:31) Men's Draw Overview (00:12:46) Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Substack: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | A Deep Dive into the Journey of a Sports Journalist: Insights from Ben Rothenberg | 00:43:04 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! I HAVE A SPECIAL GUEST IN THIS EPISODE! He is someone that I have been truly looking up to for a long time! He is one of the podcast co-hosts of No Challenges Remaining, a sports journalist publishing for The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, etc. AND the author of Naomi Osaka: Her Journey to Finding Her Power! Please welcome Ben Rothenberg! Timestamps (00:00) - Introduction (02:28) - What inspired Ben (05:34) - Obstacles in a journalist's career (07:25) - Reality of Being a Sports Journalist (14:56) - Misconceptions about Journalists (17:03) - Ben's story about Wimbledon and the Big 3 (18:00) - How do press conferences work (23:56) - Choosing players for media coverage (26:40) - Journalism ethics (29:47) - Is AI taking over writing jobs? (32:25) - Ben's favorite article (35:13) - Essential skills for becoming a Journalist (42:02) - Outro Links Mentioned: Naomi Osaka Biography by Ben Rothenberg: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/714087/naomi-osaka-by-ben-rothenberg/ Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Naomi-Osaka-Journey-Finding-Power/dp/0593472438 Ben’s Podcast: https://nochallengesremaining.podbean.com/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse Ben’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenRothenberg Ben’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/benrothenberg | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 42- Roland Garros Week 2 | 00:29:18 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 42nd episode, I will be talking about week 2 of Roland Garros! SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Women's Quarterfinal Matches (00:03:32) Women's Semifinals (00:09:21) Women's Final and Iga Swiatek's Victory (00:11:28) Men's Fourth Round Matches (00:13:35) Men's Quarterfinal Matches (00:18:02) Men's Semifinal Match (00:22:18) Predicting the Finals Matchup (00:26:27) Links Mentioned: Iga Swiatek vs Marketa Vondrousova: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZjXUrU-KJg Coco Gauff vs Ons Jabeur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usJTwY_Px7I Mirra Andreeva vs. Aryna Sablenka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vy209m9drc Jasmine Paolini vs Elena Rybakina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzb5Yn3oT2w Jasmine Paolini vs Mirra Andreeva: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yibat6HHEjY Iga Swiatek vs Coco Guaff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAySM-f8YN4-- Iga Swiatek vs Jasmine Paolini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bX7mKlcUWQw Novak Djokovic vs Francisco Cerundolo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJKEwqiaA40 Daniil Medvedev vs Alex De Minaur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbyB1rIe5VU Carlos Alcaraz vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pqh3L-Ytnhk Grigor Dimitrov vs Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnU5KAbpA5s Alexander Zverev vs Alex De Minaur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQ_i-hPaIoI Casper Ruud vs Alexander Zverev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIXe4Xe9Vro Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKAexfNzwh0 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | Tennis Traverse Episode 41- Roland Garros Week 1 | 00:32:12 | |
Welcome to Tennis Traverse! In my 41st episode, I will be diving into the first week of Roland Garros. SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER: https://ivannazhang428.substack.com/ Time stamps: Rainy weather chaos (00:02:03) Late match finishes (00:04:06) Round 1 ATP (00:05:06) Round 2 ATP (00:09:36) Round 3 ATP (00:17:12) Round 1 WTA (00:20:32) Round 2 WTA (00:22:42) Round 3 WTA (00:29:08) Links Mentioned: Stan Wawrinka vs Andy Murray: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2pBSs9zOzk Alexander Zverev vs Rafa Nadal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LF-6-TfEOu0 Gael Monfils vs Lorenzo Musetti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNwIJoPcZ2U Casper Ruud vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIGtN8NIl4k Flavio Cobolli vs Holger Rune: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiYrEuL34zE Matteo Arnaldi vs Andrey Rublev: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyGW1_yEZUQ Novak Djokovic vs Lorenzo Musetti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=603eVRowN0Y Sebastian Korda vs Carlos Alcaraz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhriEj9TTok Eva Lys vs Carolina Garcia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCorVatgoiU Naomi Osaka vs Iga Swiatek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alfhAxmcWf4 Danielle Collins vs Olga Danilovic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLfg8x9d-xo Peyton Stearns vs Daria Kasatkina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCcDMEsto08 Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tennistraverse Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TennisTraverse/videos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||
| 02 Dec 2024 | The Ultimate Gift Guide for Tennis Enthusiasts: The Best Presents to Score Big! | 00:17:12 | |
In this episode of "Tennis Travelers Exploring the Game," host Ivy Zhang shares a variety of Christmas gift ideas for tennis enthusiasts, including gear, apparel, tech, novelty items, books, art, and experiences. She shares personal anecdotes and practical suggestions, aiming to cater to various preferences within the tennis community. Time stamps: Gear and Equipment Gifts (00:02:24) Accessories as Gifts (00:03:35). Apparel and Footwear (00:06:41) Tennis Tech (00:09:46) Novelty and Fun Items (00:10:49) Book Recommendations (00:11:51) Art and Decor (00:13:00) Experiences as Gifts (00:14:03) Links mentioned: Grips: https://www.head.com/en_US/tennis/grips.html Dampeners: https://www.wilson.com/en-us/product/box-o-fun-dampeners-100-pack-wr8404800#colors=70639 Tennis backpack: https://www.ebay.com/itm/186536113415 Nike: nike.com Lululemon: lululemon.com Lulu Tennis Shirt: https://shop.lululemon.com/p/womens-t-shirts/Swiftly-Tech-SS-2/_/prod9750519?color=12826 Wilson: www.wilson.com Tennis Tour Game: https://tennisworldtourgame.com/ Tennis socks: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1172593710/tennis-socks-luxury-tennis-socks-tennis Tennis earrings: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1215663784/tennis-ball-earrings-tennis-gift-jewelry Tennis mugs: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1578974250/personalized-tennis-coffee-mug-custom Tennis pen: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1739406263/tennis-pen-stationery-gift-for-tennis Open by Andre Agassi: https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307388409 Naomi Osaka by Ben Rothenberg: https://www.amazon.com/Naomi-Osaka-Journey-Finding-Power/dp/0593472438 The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gellwey: https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Game-Tennis-50th-Anniversary/dp/0593732030/ Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tennistraverse/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tennistraverse | |||