71: 2025 Roland Garros: Semifinals Recap & Finals Preview | Something Major | Ep 71
Jack and Sam return for a two-man show to break down the French Open semifinals and preview the finals. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff cruises past surprise wildcard Louisa Boisson, while Aryna Sabalenka powers through Iga Świątek in a roof-closed slugfest. The guys debate who has the edge in the final. On the men’s side, Jannik Sinner eliminates Novak Djokovic in straight sets, while Carlos ...
27m Jun 07, 2025
27m
70: 2025 Roland Garros: Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal Preview | Something Major | Ep 70
John and Jack break down a thrilling quarterfinal round and look ahead to the blockbuster semifinals at Roland Garros. Djokovic turns back the clock to beat Zverev, setting up a showdown with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz advances easily, while Musetti stirs controversy in his win over Tiafoe. On the women’s side, French wildcard Lois Boisson stuns again and faces Coco Gauff next. Sabalenk...
20m Jun 05, 2025
20m
69: 2025 Roland Garros: Round 4 Recap & Quarterfinal Preview | Something Major | Ep 69
Live from Paris, the crew recaps the Round of 16 and looks ahead to blockbuster quarterfinals at Roland Garros. Sam shares on-site stories, including a hilariously honest interview with Alexander Bublik. The guys break down Ben Shelton’s impressive run, Francis Tiafoe’s chances against Musetti, and Tommy Paul’s shot at upsetting Alcaraz. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff and Madison Keys are set ...
36m Jun 03, 2025
36m
68: 2025 Roland Garros: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | Something Major | Ep 68
The squad recaps Round 3 of Roland Garros, noting the Americans that are lighting it up across the board. They break down big wins from Tiafoe, Paul, and Shelton, debate whether Sinner is unbeatable, and throw out predictions on the men's and women’s draws. Plus: weird desk interviews, Rublev confusion, the Baby Heater effect, and a near-meltdown from Sam in a studio sauna. Full chaos, full Par...
25m Jun 01, 2025
25m
67: Richard Gasquet on the Big 3, One-Handed Backhands & His Toughest Matchups (Part 2) | Ep 67
In part two of our special interview with former World No. 7 Richard Gasquet, the French legend dives deeper into his career with stories, insights, and honesty only a recently retired pro can offer. Richard compares generations, reflects on his toughest matchups, and settles the debate on the greatest one-handed backhand of all time. The guys also get him talking rituals, rivalries, and the m...
28m May 30, 2025
28m
66: 2025 Roland Garros: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 66
Live from Roland Garros, the crew breaks down Round 2 of the French Open with on-the-ground insights from Sam Querrey, behind-the-scenes moments, and big-picture debates about player fatigue and ATP rules. They unpack surprise upsets, standout performances, and the hot-button controversy around the tour's schedule. Plus: American matchups to watch, a salute to Richard Gasquet, merch madness, an...
32m May 30, 2025
32m
65: 2025 Roland Garros: Rafa’s Goodbye, Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | Something Major | EP 65
Roland Garros is underway, which means we’re back with Something Major, our round-by-round recap and preview show from the second Grand Slam of 2025. For the next two weeks, we’ll be dropping episodes every other day, keeping you locked in on all the action from Paris. We kick off this episode with Rafa’s emotional retirement ceremony, then dive into the chaos and highlights from Round 1. Fro...
27m May 28, 2025
27m
64: Richard Gasquet Joins the Pod, His Decision to Retire & Playing His Final Tournament | Ep 64
Former World No. 7 and 18-time non-major winner, Richard Gasquet joins this week’s episode for the first of a special two-part interview. Richard opens up about his decision to retire in 2025, the emotions around playing his final tournament at Roland Garros, his early memories facing the Nothing Major crew, and his hilarious odds of actually winning the French Open. Plus, Sam and John relive...
48m May 23, 2025
48m
63: Tommy Paul Reveals Car Towing Truth, Carlos Conquers Rome & Aura Draw Surprises | EP 63
With Sam still digging holes in Turks and Caicos and Jack on the move, John and Steve are running the show as they recap a blockbuster finals weekend in Rome. The duo breaks down the Alcaraz vs. Sinner showdown and debates who’s the favorite heading into Roland Garros, plus they celebrate Jasmine Paolini’s emotional win on home soil. Curious about why Tommy Paul isn’t making his car payments,...
38m May 20, 2025
38m
62: Rome Mailbag, Selfie Stick Scams & The Aura Draw is Live! | Ep 62
As we head into finals weekend in Rome, the gang is back together to break down the latest stories from the Italian clay. Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie relive their best and worst memories in the Eternal City. In this week’s Mailbag special, the boys tackle your questions, reminiscing about fanny pack tourist missions and the time Sam got hustled on a selfie stick. They debate the importance of...
33m May 16, 2025
33m
61: Rome Rundown, French Open Forecast & Aura Wildcard | EP 61
With Sam and Jack on the road, John and Stevie are holding down the fort in this week’s Monday edition of Nothing Major. Jannik Sinner is back and looking sharp. The boys break down his strong return in Rome, dive into the biggest storylines coming out of Italy, and look ahead to the French Open. Plus, a special announcement about the upcoming Aura Draw... 00:00 Intro 02:15 Mother's Day 03...
35m May 12, 2025
35m
60: European Pet Peeves, College Tennis Legends, & Rome Stories | EP 60
As veterans of the Rome Masters, the boys break down the highs and lows of the Italian clay 1000, from navigating narrow locker room doors to battling with the tiniest towels of the season. In true American fashion, John, Jack, Sam, and Steve decide to air their European pet peeves, from soupy eggs, twin beds pushed together, and 'Mr. Bean cars'. With the NCAA season reaching its climax, coll...
43m May 09, 2025
43m
59: Ruud's Breathrough, Sabalenka’s Dominance & Sinner’s Return | EP 59
It’s a wrap in Madrid and against all odds, someone from the Nothing Major crew actually made a correct prediction. Following last week’s revelation that John Isner watches everything with subtitles, he’s back to gloat after receiving overwhelming support in the YouTube comments. With Sinner’s return looming after his three-month suspension, Jack, John, Sam, and Steve discuss how the locker r...
40m May 06, 2025
40m
58: Rafa Clay Records, Best Tennis Movies, & Madrid Mailbag | EP 58
With the Madrid finals approaching, Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie look back on their best and most forgettable performances on the Spanish clay. But first, the boys kick off this week's episode off with heated debates around watching Netflix with subtitles and the best tennis movies of all time. Spoiler alert, you might want to head to the video version on YouTube to watch the guys react to a mo...
38m May 02, 2025
38m
57: Djokovic’s Defeat, Madrid Updates, & Osaka’s 125K | EP 57
The power is back in Madrid, just in time for a new episode of Nothing Major! Sam, Stevie, John, and Jack break down the latest results from Madrid, and discuss the power outage that has put the tournament on hold. They dive into the sport’s biggest headlines: the growing pains of fully electronic officiating, Alexander Zverev’s phone incident, and Naomi Osaka’s surprising decision to enter a...
34m Apr 29, 2025
34m
56: Madrid Mayhem, Prom Night Fails & the Return of the Hot Coach Debate | EP 56
With the Madrid Open underway, John, Jack, Sam, and Stevie are back to share their favorite memories, and some honest takes on the Spanish 1000 tournament. From the not-so-fancy venue, to the lost magic of the blue clay, to the challenges of finding dinner in a city that eats at midnight. Tennis' favorite host and reporter Blair Henley, crashes the pod with a surprise segment featuring some un...
47m Apr 25, 2025
47m
55: A Trio Find Their Form, Showering In Front of Drug Testers, and Madrid Dark Horses | EP 55
The guys kick off the show recapping the most significant results from last week. Is Zverev back after winning on home soil? Could Rune’s victory over Alcaraz make him a week-in, week-out threat moving forward? And does Ostapenko’s dominant week in Stuttgart make her a Roland Garros contender? They then delve into the ITIA’s odd clarification on the tennis doping control policy and reminisce a...
47m Apr 21, 2025
47m
54: Federer's Dirty Laundry, Worst Clay Losses & Mailbag | EP 54
This week, the guys go full clay-mode with some hard truths about life on the dirt. They draft their current top clay-court players, revisit the narrative that Americans can’t hang on the surface, and share some painfully honest personal stories - including Steve Johnson’s worst-ever loss on clay winning two games in a five set match. The boys then turn to the Nothing Major mailbag and give in...
32m Apr 18, 2025
32m
53: Federer Comeback? Alcaraz’s Return and Shelton’s Doubles Drama | EP 53
Clay season is well underway and it’s Carlos Alcaraz who dominated in Monte Carlo. With Jack away spreading the good word of pickleball in Vietnam, John, Sam and Stevie break down Carlos’ play style, mental toughness, and debate whether or not he's the clear favorite for the French Open. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic and Alex Zverev’s early crash out on the monegasque clay, is it time to hit the p...
39m Apr 14, 2025
39m
52: Monte Carlo Memories, Trivia Showdown & Opelka Takes the Hot Seat | EP 52
The crew heads to the iconic clay courts of Monte Carlo, swapping stories of fast cars and what makes the tournament feel like a blend between a Grand Slam and a luxury getaway. From Sam’s quarterfinal run to unexpected off-court adventures, they unpack the beauty, chaos, and quirks of one of tennis’s most picturesque—and unpredictable—events. Things heat up with a Monte Carlo Trivia, as the g...
50m Apr 11, 2025
50m
51: Clay Swing Predictions, Iz Learns Rizz, and Brooksby’s Wild Houston | EP 51
The guys dive into Jenson Brooksby’s unexpected run in Houston and Pegula’s long-awaited clay court breakthrough in Charleston. They break down whether recent upgrades have cemented Charleston as a top-tier WTA event. Then it’s off the rails as Sam hits John with a Gen Z slang “Quizner” before the crew gets back on track to unpack Alcaraz’s candid presser and lock in their predictions for the ...
36m Apr 07, 2025
36m
50: Reilly Opelka Joins the Pod, Servebot 101 & Armpit Debates | EP 50
For our 50th episode, we’re kicking things off with Reilly Opelka, who delivers a masterclass in Servebot 101. What does it really mean to be a Servebot? Opelka dives into the struggles of being too tall for European travel, shares stories from his junior days, and plays John’s new favorite game, “Bot or Not”—where no player is safe. The guys debate armpit hair (yes, really), and open up about...
47m Apr 04, 2025
47m
49: Mensik’s Breakthrough, Sabalenka’s Reign & Houston Preview | EP 49
This week, the guys dives into 19-year-old Jakub Mensik’s breakthrough in Miami—did he just prove he’s the next big thing in tennis? We’re also talking about Aryna Sabalenka’s reign—how her confidence is reaching new heights and why she’s becoming a serious force on tour. Plus, it’s time for our Houston preview, with the clay-court action about to kick off in full swing! 00:00 Introduction a...
32m Mar 31, 2025
32m
48: Miami Mailbag, Best and Worst Memories & A Successful Fishy DM | EP 48
In this Miami Open-themed mailbag episode of Nothing Major, the guys dive into your burning questions about the fifth Slam... according to John! Plus, a special surprise as Sam’s wife, Abby, joins the crew to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Sam’s legendary, smooth DM that kicked it all off. Tune in for the inside scoop on Miami Open madness, the success of a fishy DM, and behind-the-scen...
32m Mar 28, 2025
32m
47: Michael Kosta Joins the Pod, Roasting the Tennis and His New Book | EP 47
The boys finally get comedian, former ATP player, and professional roast master Michael Kosta on the pod—and it’s everything you’d hope for. Kosta spills on his days grinding the Challenger circuit, the exact moment he knew pro tennis wasn’t for him, and how he pivoted to roasting players instead of playing them. He dishes on the real differences between tennis and stand-up, why tennis players...
32m Mar 27, 2025
32m
46: Miami Madness, The Rise of Fonseca and the Nothing Major Roast | EP 46
Jack, John, Sam and Steve dive into the chaos of the Miami Open, huge upsets, unexpected breakout stars, and whether the conditions are breaking the top players. Fonseca Mania is real, is he already the biggest draw in Miami? Plus, Djokovic and Zverev are on the move, Monfils is once again defying his age, and a heated debate is sparked on whether experience is overrated in tennis... The boys ...
40m Mar 25, 2025
40m
45: Welcome to Miami, Predictions, and Hard Rock vs Key Biscayne | EP 45
The boys are joined by comedian and former pro Michael Kosta, to chat junior tennis cheating, locker room madness, and why Nothing Major is the only tennis podcast that matters (he's right). Jack, Sam and Stevie break down the biggest headlines heading into Miami, who’s primed for a deep run? Who will struggle in the Florida humidity? Plus, the boys debate which venue truly delivered the best ...
34m Mar 21, 2025
34m
44: Draper’s Breakout, Andreeva’s Upset and the Great Middle Seat Debate | EP 44
Sam, Steve, Jack and John are back to break down all the action from the desert, where Jack Draper claimed the biggest title of his career and 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva dismantled the world’s best. What does Draper’s run mean for the ATP rankings? Is Andreeva already the most dangerous player on tour? And how did the Americans perform in the desert? Plus, Gossip Corner is back with some fresh...
27m Mar 18, 2025
27m
43: Indian Wells Mailbag: John’s Big Run, Doubles Disasters & Celebrity Sightings | EP 43
Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie are back for another Nothing Major mailbag episode, answering all of your Indian Wells questions. The boys discuss the best and worst parts of Indian Wells, from top hotels for celeb sightings, to how players actually pick their doubles partners. John breaks down his impressive run to the final, including a massive upset over Novak Djokovic. Jack shares how he once ...
34m Mar 14, 2025
34m
42: Indian Wells Upsets, Novak’s Slump & Gossip Corner | EP 42
Indian Wells is delivering pure chaos, and Jack, John, Sam and Steve are here to break it all down! With Zverev and Djokovic both crashing out early, what does this mean for the rest of the draw? The boys debate whether Novak’s slump is just a blip or something bigger…. The crew take a hard look at their own terrible predictions (spoiler: they were WAY off) before debuting a brand new segment,...
30m Mar 10, 2025
30m
41: Indian Wells Chronicles, Fifth Slam Debate & Breaking Down the Draw | EP 41
The boys are back to break down all things Indian Wells—the tournament that might just be the "Fifth Slam" (or not, depending on who you ask). Steve Johnson shares his struggles as a civilian trying to navigate the grounds, while Sam Querrey reveals his high school squad’s sneaky ticketing tactics and Jack Sock reminisces about wild doubles rides with John Isner. Who’s the man to beat this yea...
48m Mar 07, 2025
48m
40: Carnage in Acapulco, Tsitsipas Racquet Switch and the Hottie Bracket Trophy | EP 40
This week, we dive into Tomas Machac's unexpected rise as he claims his first career title in Acapulco, all amidst a week of food poisoning drama and top seeds dropping like flies. We also break down Stefanos Tsitsipas’ dominant win in Dubai, explore the racquet switch that might be working wonders, and debate if this new version of Tsitsipas is here to stay. Plus, we crown Matteo Berrettini t...
32m Mar 03, 2025
32m
39: Major Mailbag: Player Pensions, Sponsorships, and Sam's Acapulco Title | EP 39
Jack, John, Sam and Stevie are back with a jam packed loaded Major Mailbag! We’re answering your biggest questions, from how player pensions actually work to the wild world of tennis sponsorships, who gets paid, how much, and why some players switch gear for cash. Plus, deep dives into Acapulco’s late-night chaos, legendary player parties, and whether tournaments should have a match curfew. Oh...
36m Feb 28, 2025
36m
38: Rublev’s 500 Dynasty, Rio’s Cakewalk, and Hottie Bracket Chaos | EP 38
Big news—Nothing Major is coming to you twice a week! Every Monday, Jack, John, Sam, and Stevie will discuss the latest tennis results and the biggest headlines to kick off the week. This week, the boys break down Rublev’s dominance as the undisputed 500 king, Rio’s laughably weak draw, and the latest drama from the Hottie Bracket. Plus, should South America finally get a Masters 1000? And w...
24m Feb 24, 2025
24m
37: Sinner’s Suspension, $1M Mixed Doubles & Tommy Paul in the Hot Seat | EP 37
In this week's episode, Jack, John, Sam and Steve weigh in on tennis' biggest headlines! With Jannik Sinner’s three-month suspension sparking debate throughout the sport, the U.S. Open is shaking up mixed doubles, ditching the traditional format for a high-stakes, 16-team showdown with a million-dollar prize. The boys chat about tennis’ newest rising star, João Fonseca, who just became the you...
50m Feb 21, 2025
50m
36: Tommy Paul Joins the Pod, Partying Too Hard and Making the Top 10 | EP 36
After months of being ghost, World No. 9 Tommy Paul joins the podcast! And boy was it worth the wait! Tommy opens up about his wild days as a junior, why he almost went to college, and how partying nearly derailed his tennis career. He shares stories of growing up in the same generation as fellow Americans, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, and Reilly Opelka, and revealing who was the best at 14 (...
58m Feb 14, 2025
58m
35: Davis Cup Draft, Hottest ATP Players & the Ultimate Pickleball Showdown | EP 35
Post-Aussie Open blues? We’ve got you covered. The guys break down the indoor season in the US and Europe, covering why some players skip the brutal Rotterdam field and how the new ATP 500 in Dallas is making waves. Meanwhile, John looks back on his brutal decision to ditch Memphis for the Rio Golden Swing with Jack—cramps, regrets, and a missed Super Bowl included. Then, it’s time for the Dav...
44m Feb 07, 2025
44m
34: Ons Jabeur Joins the Pod, Bringing Creativity to Tennis & Grand Slam Pressure | EP 34
WTA former World No. 2 and three-time major finalist Ons Jabeur joins this week's episode! Ons opens up about the unique challenges of growing up playing tennis in Tunisia, balancing her career with her personal life and the pressure of chasing that elusive major. Ons is quizzed on the working dynamic of having her spouse in her team, the mental battle of playing in Slam finals, and whether sh...
53m Jan 31, 2025
53m
33: 2025 Australian Open: Madison Keys & Jannik Sinner Finals Reaction | Something Major | EP 33
The 2025 Australian Open has wrapped, and we’re putting a bow on two week of Something Major with our Finals reaction. The boys discuss Madison Keys finally claiming her first Grand Slam title in an unforgettable final, ending a decade-long wait in spectacular fashion, and personal stories about the AO women's champ. On the men’s side, we reflect on Jannik Sinner's continued reign of dominance,...
44m Jan 26, 2025
44m
32: Stan Wawrinka Joins the Pod, From Aussie Glory to Partying Like a Grand Slam Champion | EP 32
In this Saturday special of Nothing Major, the boys sit down with their first Major champion—none other than Stan “The Man” Wawrinka. The 3-time Grand Slam champ doesn’t hold back as he dishes on the match against Djokovic that made him believe he could hang with the big dogs, the wild ride to his 2014 Aussie Open win, and why celebrating a Slam with a proper party is absolutely mandatory. St...
36m Jan 25, 2025
36m
31: 2025 Australian Open: Semifinals Recap & Final Predictions | Something Major | EP 31
The stage is set for blockbuster finale down under. In our Australian Open semifinal recap, Sam and Steve discuss Novak Djokovic’s unexpected withdrawal against Alexander Zverev, the bizarre boos from the home crowd during his exit and Jannik Sinner’s commanding win over Ben Shelton. The boys dive into Aryna Sabalenka's comfortable win over Paula Badosa, and Madison Keys' impressive upset over...
37m Jan 24, 2025
37m
30: 2025 Australian Open: QF Recap & SF Predictions | Something Major | EP 30
As the Australian Open hits the business end of the tournament, Something Major is here to break down all the quarterfinal action from both the men’s and women’s draws. On the men’s side, we kick off with Djokovic’s gritty win over Alcaraz before moving onto Shelton’s big-match energy, Zverev’s chances for a title and Jannik Sinner’s dominant performance over De Minaur. Is Sinner the favorite ...
41m Jan 22, 2025
41m
29: 2025 Australian Open: Rd 16 Recap & Quarterfinals Preview | Something Major | EP 29
As Week 2 of the Australian Open heats up, the boys break down the biggest storylines from the Round of 16 and preview each quarterfinal matchup. From the highly anticipated Djokovic vs. Alcaraz showdown to De Minaur’s game plan to upset Sinner, and the odds of an American man making the semifinals—there’s no shortage of storylines to unpack. Can Novak Djokovic channel off court controversy in...
36m Jan 20, 2025
36m
28: 2025 Australian Open: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | Something Major | EP 28
While the tournament favorites continue to march through the draw, it’s the Americans who have been making noise down under. The boys discuss the impressive performances from Tommy Paul, Ben Shelton, Alex Michelsen and Learner Tien, while debating their chances to make even deeper runs in Melbourne. We also get into Gael Monfils, stunning No. 4 seed Taylor Fritz with an inspired performance. C...
29m Jan 18, 2025
29m
27: 2025 Australian Open: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 27
The Aussie Open is heating up, and so is Something Major! We keep our attention on the men's side of the draw where we break down the stand out performances and surprises in Round 2 as well as preview the biggest stories heading into Round 3. The boys also touch on the American men having success down under from Taylor Fritz’s dominant start to Learner Tien’s breakout performance against Medved...
24m Jan 16, 2025
24m
26: 2025 Australian Open: Round 1 Recap & Round 2 Preview | Something Major | EP 26
The Australian Open is underway, and we’re doing Something Major—round by round recaps and previews from the men's side of the draw. For the next two weeks, we’re dropping episodes every other day, keeping you up to date with all the action Down Under. In this episode, we spotlight the seeds that delivered, the unexpected exits, and the dark horses turning heads at Melbourne Park. From Joao Fo...
27m Jan 14, 2025
27m
25: 2025 Australian Open Preview, Meeting Federer and Sam’s Nip Slip | EP 25
The 2025 Australian Open is officially here and the boys have plenty to talk about in this week's episode! The guys kick off with insights on player perks and experience in Melbourne before diving into the main storylines heading into this year’s tournament. They then move onto a Nothing Major staple - the snake draft. Each guy drafts their own team for the 2025 Australian Open before wrappin...
53m Jan 10, 2025
53m
24: New Year New Season, Djokovic-Murray and YOUR Bold Predictions | EP 24
John, Jack, Sam, and Stevie are back with a brand-new episode to kick off 2025! From the buzz surrounding the Djokovic-Murray partnership to the resurgence of super coaches like Ivan Lendl, the boys dive into the biggest storylines set to shape the year. The four share their thoughts on the current state of tennis as a global sport and answer the question, is tennis growing in popularity? Fi...
48m Jan 03, 2025
48m
23: Golden Djokovic, Unstoppable Sinner, & 2024 Reflections | Ep 23
As the year winds down, Jack, John, Stevie, and Sam take a look back at the 2024 tennis season. The gang kicks off the show reflecting on the year's biggest storylines, from Jannik Sinner’s historic 73-6 season and Djokovic’s Golden Slam-less year to Zverev’s climb to No. 2. How does Sinner's dominance compare to the all-time greats? Is Djokovic content with Olympic Gold but no majors? And how...
45m Dec 27, 2024
45m
22: The Naughty List, Offseason Drug Testing, & Answering Audience Questions | EP 22
Sam, Jack, John, and Stevie get into the spirit in this week’s holiday special! The boys are feeling festive as they exchange and unwrap their Secret Santa gifts from one another. Can they figure out who gave what? With Santa's big day just around the corner, it's time for a debate on who belongs on tennis' Naughty and Nice lists, including a famously “nice guy” who ends up on the receiving e...
54m Dec 20, 2024
54m