THE BEST STORIES OF THE GAME, FROM the BEST PLAYERS IN THE GAME, THROUGH THE DEFINING VALUES OF OUR GAME.
This year, we’re taking you even deeper to share more stories and more moments from our archives and our Hall of Famers. From our youtube channel, to our social media feed, our podcast, and our website you’ll find inspirational stories and moments that pull at our heart strings and remind us why we fell in love with this game. The moments that gave us chills, that made us stand in our seats, that made our jaws drop – these are the moments that define our sport.
Legendary moments down under:
TennisWorthy is your front-row seat to the stories that make tennis unforgettable.
Throughout the Australian Open, we’ll be sharing the most compelling moments from Melbourne through exclusive video, podcasts, and more—bringing fans closer to the game beyond the baseline.
From Martina Hingis reflecting on championship memories to behind-the-scenes tales about Australian tennis tradition, plus stories from other legends and voices of the sport, TennisWorthy captures the insight, emotion, and history that make these moments truly worthy.
THE TENNISWORTHY PODCAST
Reliving Roger Federer's Australian Open Legacy with Tommy Haas, Steve Flink and Chris Bowers
What made Roger Federer one of the greatest champions to ever compete down under?
The conversation highlights Federer’s evolution from a talented but temperamental youngster to a dominant world number one. Key moments discussed include:
- The sensational 20-minute period during the 2017 final where Federer overcame a deficit against Rafael Nadal.
- The technical shift to a larger racquet head that revitalized his one-handed backhand.
- His profound respect for tennis history and his unique global appeal.
Previewing the australian open with sam querrey
Patrick welcomes former player and current commentator Sam Querrey to kick off the 2026 season.
The pair discuss what's ahead for the Australian Open, including the current dominance of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. They also cover the depth of the women's game, Amanda Anisimova’s potential to reach world No. 1, and the challenges of the modern tennis schedule.
Sam reflects on Roger Federer's greatness ahead of his Hall of Fame induction this summer. He shares a touching story of meeting Roger for the first time as a starstruck 19-year-old in an Australian elevator, and how it reflects on Roger's immense impact on and off the court.
Sam Querrey is a 10-time ATP singles champion and former world No. 11. He regularly appears on ESPN, Tennis Channel and TNT and co-hosts the Nothing Major podcast with fellow former American players Steve Johnson, John Isner and Jack Sock.
The Evolution of Australia's Tennis Tradition, with 10 Aussie Legends
As tournaments down under begin, hosts Patrick McEnroe and Chris Bowers explore the rich history of the sport in Australia, the Australian Open and the nation's rise as a global tennis powerhouse. From its 1905 origins as the Australasian Championships to its modern status as the Happy Slam, this episode traces the tournament's challenging journey.
The episode features the voices of 10 Aussie legends, including Ken Rosewall, Margaret Court, and Rod Laver, who share personal stories of the "bunker mentality" required to compete while living months away from home. Discover how the Davis Cup first popularized the sport down under in the 1930s and how the 1988 move to Melbourne Park finally established parity with other majors.
