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Oct. 20, 2025

Ep. 71: WTA Top 25 of the 2000s Era: 10 – 6 -- The Vacuum Queens & Mo…

Alvin and Torrey are back to crack open the Top 10 of the WTA’s last 25 years —and things are getting heated. From Clijsters vs Osaka to Barty’s brief reign , Davenport’s underrated run , Sabalenka’s rise , and Hingis’s forgo...

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Oct. 14, 2025

Ep. 70: Asia Swing: Novak’s Turning Point, Valentin’s Rise, and Coco’…

Alvin and Torrey are back for another late-night edition of Best of Three , breaking down an action-packed two weeks of tennis in Asia. They unpack Valentin Vacherot’s improbable Shanghai Masters title , what it reveals about...

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Oct. 12, 2025

Ep. 69: WTA Top 25 of the 2000s Era: 15–11

The countdown continues! Alvin and Torrey move into the meat of the WTA Top 25 of the 2000s Era — players ranked 15 through 11 . The conversation dives deep into what defined greatness in women’s tennis during this golden qua...

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Oct. 8, 2025

Ep. 68: BONUS EPISODE: Seeing Carlos Alcaraz Live — Pat Parr on Prese…

Writer and tennis observer Patrick Parr joins Alvin fresh off watching Carlos Alcaraz vs Casper Ruud at the Japan Open. From '87 MJ comparisons to existential boredom, they unpack what makes Alcaraz’s tennis so magnetic—and w...

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Oct. 6, 2025

Ep. 67: Schedules, Sustainability, and Saying Goodbye: Tennis in Tran…

Alvin and Torrey are back after a short break, catching up on the fall tennis swing between Beijing, Tokyo, and Shanghai. The guys dive deep into the growing debate over scheduling — why Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner may s...

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Sept. 29, 2025

Ep. 66: Top 25 WTA Players of the Last 25 Years | #20-16 Breakdown

The countdown continues! In this episode, Alvin and Torrey break down spots 20 through 16 on their list of the greatest WTA players since the year 2000. From Slam champions to former World No. 1s, this stretch includes player...

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Sept. 22, 2025

Ep. 65: Top 25 WTA Players of the Last 25 Years | #25–21 Breakdown

In this special countdown series, Alvin and Torrey start unveiling their picks for the Top 25 WTA players of the last 25 years . This episode covers spots #25 through #21 , where the debates get spicy and the resumes get comp...

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Sept. 15, 2025

Ep. 64: Alcaraz and Sinner are redefining the concept of rivalry in t…

Summary In this episode, Alvin and Patrick discuss the recent US Open, reflecting on the performances of top players like Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Jannik Sinner. They delve into the evolving rivalry between Alcaraz and Sinner, the impact of psychological factors in their matches, and the…

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Sept. 7, 2025

Ep. 63: Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka are you 2025 US Open Cham…

The US Open 2025 is in the books — and what a finish! 🎾 Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka claimed the men’s and women’s titles, delivering statement wins that felt like a defining moment in tennis. In this episode of Best of Three, Alvin and Torrey break down: Alcaraz’s tactical brilliance against…

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Sept. 5, 2025

Ep. 62: US Open Semifinal Review | Anisimova vs. Osaka, Sabalenka vs…

The semifinals delivered everything — from Osaka and Anisimova trading blows to Sabalenka surviving Pegula in a three-set battle. We break down the tactics, mindset shifts, and razor-thin margins that defined both women’s mat...

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Sept. 3, 2025

Ep. 61: US Open QFs Recap & SF Preview: Alcaraz–Djokovic Set, Felix R…

The US Open is down to its final four — and the storylines are sizzling. Alvin and Torrey ask: can anyone slow down Alcaraz? Is Djokovic still the problem no one can solve? And is Felix finally ready to break through against ...

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Sept. 1, 2025

Ep. 60: US Open Quarterfinal Preview

Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins break down the key storylines from the round of 16 and look ahead to the quarterfinals. They spotlight standout performances from players like Alex de Minaur, Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff, and Taylor...

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Aug. 30, 2025

Ep. 59: US Open R3 Deep-Dive: Sinner vs Shapovalov, Ben Shelton Upda…

In this episode, Alvin, Ashley, and Torrey dive into the third round of the US Open with insights from both on-site and on-screen perspectives. The trio compares venues and the fan experience, then breaks down standout perfor...

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Aug. 26, 2025

Ep. 58: US Open 2025 Round 1 Review | Venus’ Comeback, Keys’ Struggle…

We’re back with a full review of the opening round of the US Open! Alvin and Torrey break down the biggest storylines and matches from both the WTA and ATP draws: What it’s really like experiencing tennis live vs. on TV Venus...

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Aug. 22, 2025

Ep. 57: US Open 2025 Preview (Part 2): Men’s Draw Breakdown & Dark Ho…

Part 2 is all about the men’s draw . Alvin, Torrey, and Ashley start with Jannik Sinner’s health after Cincinnati and whether an early test like Alexei Popyrin could make his first week tricky. They spotlight a great opening ...

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Aug. 22, 2025

Ep. 56: US Open 2025 Preview (Part 1) - Mixed Doubles Shake-Up & Wom…

The crew is back with a full breakdown of the 2025 US Open! Alvin and Torrey are joined by Ashley Spicer to react to the revamped Mixed Doubles Invitational and what it means for the future of doubles. From packed crowds at A...

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Aug. 14, 2025

Ep. 55: Tales from the US Open | Scoville Jenkins shares lessons fro…

In this special episode of Best of Three , we sit down with 2004 Kalamazoo champion and former ATP pro Scoville Jenkins to relive one of the most electric stretches of his career — from dominating the U.S. junior scene to fac...

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Aug. 8, 2025

Ep. 54: Canadian Open w/Dasef

Alvin and Dasef dive into the 2025 Canadian Open (officially the National Bank Open), celebrating Ben Shelton’s Masters 1000 win and Victoria Mboko’s first WTA title on home soil. They explore the appeal of watching tournamen...

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Aug. 4, 2025

Ep. 53: Anastasia Folorunso - Ground Pass

Alvin is joined by Anastasia Folorunso, creator of Ground Pass, for a conversation that explores what makes tennis culture so rich—and how it can become more inviting. They swap stories from the grounds of major tournaments, ...

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July 28, 2025

Ep. 52: Venus Williams Returns, Washington DC 500 Site Visit

This week on Best of Three, Alvin and Torrey recap their trip to the DC Open — from witnessing Venus Williams live to dissecting what practice courts reveal about the next wave of talent. They explore the evolving dynamics of...

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July 21, 2025

Ep. 51: Jonathan Stokke Talks Coaching

In this conversation, Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins are joined by Jonathan Stokke from the Baseline Intelligence podcast to discuss the intricacies of tennis coaching and the transition from college to professional tennis Th...

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July 13, 2025

Ep. 50: Wimbledon Finals Recap - Congrats to Sinner and Swiatek

Alvin Owusu and Torrey Hawkins kick things off with an in-depth breakdown of the Alcaraz–Sinner rivalry, exploring how Jannik Sinner’s relentless precision is testing Carlos Alcaraz’s shot selection and mental resilience. The...

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July 11, 2025

Ep. 49: Wimbledon Finals Preview

In this episode, Alvin and Torrey preview the Wimbledon finals and break down the key storylines heading into the championship weekend. They dive into the matchup between Amanda Anisimova and Iga Świątek, analyzing each playe...

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July 9, 2025

Ep. 48: Wimbledon Semi-Final Preview

In this episode of Best of Three , Alvin and Torrey dive into the final stretch of Wimbledon, breaking down the upcoming semifinals and the storylines shaping the tournament. They analyze standout performances—including Iga S...

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