Episodes

The 2025 WTA Finals field is locked. Alvin and Torrey unpack the storylines behind the top eight — from Sabalenka’s dominance to Gauff’s consistency and Rybakina’s late run. They also react to the ATP’s new Masters 1000 event...

Alvin and Patrick dive into the “Six Kings Slam” — the Netflix-streamed exhibition in Saudi Arabia that paid six of the world’s best players $1.5 million each to show up. They debate whether events like this help or hurt the ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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…

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…

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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, ...

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...

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...

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...