Tennis Paradise Podcast: Recent Episodes
BNP Paribas Open
Renowned tennis commentator Craig Gabriel hosts this podcast covering all you need to know about the annual BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. From featured interviews with the sport’s greatest stars to daily tournament recaps on-site at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Gabriel provides tennis fans with the best insight and analysis from the thrilling action in Tennis Paradise.
Day 12 Recap: Taylor Fritz and Iga Swiatek are Tennis Paradise Champions by BNP Paribas Open
Day 11 Recap: Men's and Women's Finals are Set, Featuring Nadal / Fritz, Swiatek / Sakkari by BNP Paribas Open
Day 10 Recap: Fritz and Rublev Impress, Sakkari and Swiatek Book Finals Showdown by BNP Paribas Open
An action-packed three-set match between Rafael Nadal and Nick Kyrgios headlined the day session, while Spanish phenom Carlos Alcaraz stole the show at night by defeating defending champion Cam Norrie to become the youngest semifinalist at the BNP Paribas Open since Andre Agassi in 1988.
Craig Gabriel is joined by Jill Craybas and guest host Nick McCarvel to break down all the action live from a thrilling Thursday at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.
The Indian Wells Tennis Garden came alive with energy on Wednesday with ATP Round of 16 and WTA Quarterfinal action ramping up. Three-time BNP Paribas Open champion Rafael Nadal took a step closer to a fourth title in the desert, while American sensation Taylor Fritz prevailed in a three-set thriller.
Host Craig Gabriel is joined by former WTA star Jill Craybas and guest host Nick McCarvel as the trio brings you the latest news and insight from another action-packed day in Tennis Paradise.
The women's field narrowed Tuesday as Iga Swiatek, Maria Sakkari and other WTA stars etched their spot in the final eight. The hosts preview the women's title race and introduce listeners to a few underdog male names to watch in the ATP draw of the 2022 BNP Paribas Open.
Upsets continue to dominate the storylines at the 2022 BNP Paribas Open as more top seeds fell in ATP and WTA action on Monday. French veteran Gael Monfils stunned world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev, while California native Jenson Brooksby rallied from down a set to oust world No. 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Craig Gabriel, Jill Craybas and Nick McCarvel close the books on another thrilling day in Tennis Paradise, with live analysis and insights from the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.
With Week 1 of the BNP Paribas Open in the books, the hosts run through all the top storylines from another thrilling day in Tennis Paradise.
Former champion Simona Halep marched forward as she hunts down another title in the desert, while world No. 6 Matteo Berrettini survived an upset scare on the men's side of the draw.
Host Craig Gabriel is joined by former WTA star Jill Craybas and guest host Nick McCarvel as the trio puts a wrap on the middle weekend of the 2022 BNP Paribas Open.
The middle weekend has arrived at the BNP Paribas Open, and the energy around the Indian Wells Tennis Garden is palpable. The hosts recap an electric Saturday in Tennis Paradise live from Indian Wells., breaking down all the highlights from the Nadal/Korda three-set thriller to the stunning upset of WTA No. 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka.
Listen in as co-hosts Craig Gabriel, Jill Craybas and Nick McCarvel take you through all the thrilling Saturday action and preview what's to come on Sunday.
The exciting action continues from the BNP Paribas Open as WTA Second Round action gets underway and seeded players enter the fray in Tennis Paradise. Co-host Nick McCarvel features on the podcast for the first time as we bring you tournament analysis and exclusive interviews with Andy Murray, Emma Raducanu and other top players from around the world/
This episode of the Tennis Paradise Podcast brings listeners exclusive quotes from Rafael Nadal's pre-tournament press conference as the Spanish legend looks to continue his hot start to the 2022 season. The hosts break down the top results from Thursday's play in Tennis Paradise and preview the highlight matches that you won't want to miss on Friday as we move into the middle weekend of the BNP Paribas Open.
Main Draw action has officially begun in Tennis Paradise. We break down the highlight results of Day 1 in Tennis Paradise, and preview what's ahead with the ATP Main Draw beginning Thursday. Also hear directly from top players in the field like Daniil Medvedev, Naomi Osaka, Paula Badosa and Emma Raducanu as they discuss their title aspirations and why they love playing at the BNP Paribas Open.
With the men's and women's single draws now officially set, the thrilling action in Tennis Paradise is ramping up. Host Craig Gabriel spotlights key opening matches to watch in both draws with featured analysis and insight from former WTA player Jill Craybas.
Tommy Haas, the former world No. 2 player and current BNP Paribas Open Tournament Director, joins host Craig Gabriel to preview the excitement in Tennis Paradise. Haas breaks down the loaded player field headed to Indian Wells in 2022 and discusses the highlights and challenges that come with directing an ATP Tour Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 event.
In our second preview episode ahead of the 2022 BNP Paribas Open, host Craig Gabriel takes listeners through an all-access tour of the renowned Indian Wells Tennis Garden – the idyllic host venue of the BNP Paribas Open. Whether you are a BNP Paribas Open frequenter or a first time visitor to the tournament, this episode gives fans all the information they need to know about the best bites, drinks and thrills at the BNP Paribas Open each year.
Host Craig Gabriel builds excitement for the 2022 BNP Paribas Open as the tournament returns to the beautiful Coachella Valley in spring for the first time since 2019. Gabriel breaks down the players headed to Indian Wells on March 7 and previews the top storylines to watch in this year’s tournament.