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35: Davis Cup Draft, Hottest ATP Players & the Ultimate Pickleball Showdown | EP 35
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Post-Aussie Open blues? We’ve got you covered. The guys break down the indoor season in the US and Europe, covering why some players skip the brutal Rotterdam field and how the new ATP 500 in Dallas is making waves. Meanwhile, John looks back on his brutal decision to ditch Memphis for the Rio Golden Swing with Jack—cramps, regrets, and a missed Super Bowl included.
Then, it’s time for the Davis Cup snake draft—who builds the ultimate US squad? And, of course, we settle the age-old debate: Who’s the hottest guy on tour? Tommy Paul? Berrettini (but only in pants)? We’re making it official with an 8-man knockout draw to let the people decide!
Also, Steve and Sam finally face off in the most anticipated pickleball showdown of the year. Spoiler: One of them nearly dies. Oh, and speaking of near-death experiences—turns out Sam is not the guy you want dog-sitting. Just ask John’s (miraculously still alive) pup.
00:00 Welcome to Nothing Major!
01:33 Hard pass on European indoor tournaments
02:44 Carlitos’ strategy for Rotterdam
05:22 Steve’s guide to picking the right tournaments
07:12 John’s Golden Swing horror story
11:25 Home Sweet Home: Playing in the U.S.
15:55 How Sam almost killed John’s dog
18:47 Ranking the hottest guys on Tour
21:41 Davis Cup’s unexpected MMA moments
25:14 Tension, trash talk, and (almost) punches
29:51 US Davis Cup Snake Draft showdown
34:08 The Ultimate Pickleball Challenge—Final results
41:38 Wrapping up with Nothing Major Trivia!
Then, it’s time for the Davis Cup snake draft—who builds the ultimate US squad? And, of course, we settle the age-old debate: Who’s the hottest guy on tour? Tommy Paul? Berrettini (but only in pants)? We’re making it official with an 8-man knockout draw to let the people decide!
Also, Steve and Sam finally face off in the most anticipated pickleball showdown of the year. Spoiler: One of them nearly dies. Oh, and speaking of near-death experiences—turns out Sam is not the guy you want dog-sitting. Just ask John’s (miraculously still alive) pup.
00:00 Welcome to Nothing Major!
01:33 Hard pass on European indoor tournaments
02:44 Carlitos’ strategy for Rotterdam
05:22 Steve’s guide to picking the right tournaments
07:12 John’s Golden Swing horror story
11:25 Home Sweet Home: Playing in the U.S.
15:55 How Sam almost killed John’s dog
18:47 Ranking the hottest guys on Tour
21:41 Davis Cup’s unexpected MMA moments
25:14 Tension, trash talk, and (almost) punches
29:51 US Davis Cup Snake Draft showdown
34:08 The Ultimate Pickleball Challenge—Final results
41:38 Wrapping up with Nothing Major Trivia!
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