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Spectacular Outcomes in Paris

Rennae and Caitlin swap positions on clay—the latter is done with it and Rennae wants to savor these last moments of the season on terre battue. And what a series of moments it was—two epic and drama-filled finals of this year's Roland Garros—both possessing of incredible narratives on (and off) court. We both give a full chapeau to Coco Gauff's unreal self belief and self possession in weathering the storm of Aryna Sabalenka, who played one of the most brilliant matches of the tournament to take out Iga Swiatek in the semis. On the men's side, an instant classic.

Welcome to another episode of The Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast! In this jam-packed installment, Rennae Stubbs and co-host Caitlin Thompson dive straight into the chaos and brilliance of one of the most unforgettable weeks in tennis. Fresh off international flights and a little under the weather (thanks to a Betty Who concert, not a pack of cigarettes), Rennae breaks down the drama from Spain while Caitlin recaps tennis-watching adventures in Athens.

The duo waste no time diving into the rollercoaster that was the women’s semifinals and finals at Roland Garros, dissecting Iga Swiatek's surprising defeat by Aryna Sabalenka, the impact of a closed roof on player performance, and Coco Gauff’s stunning mental fortitude en route to her second Grand Slam title. Expect in-depth analysis, some tough love for Sabalenka’s post-match comments, and plenty of admiration for Coco’s maturity, resilience, and graciousness both in victory and defeat.

And don’t worry—there’s equal love for the men’s side, where Rennae and Caitlin marvel at the extraordinary Alcaraz-Sinner final, reflecting on its place in tennis history, the legacy of Rafa Nadal, and the high bar today’s champions must clear. Plus, there’s a look ahead to Wimbledon, thoughts on players to watch, and even a heartfelt shout-out to the parents who endure every heart-stopping moment from the stands.

With both finals delivering epic matches and plenty of storylines, this episode is a true “chef’s kiss” celebration of what makes tennis so gripping, unpredictable, and endlessly inspiring.

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