Who is the Best American?! ft. Ben Rothenberg

No Challenges Remaining Host and Bounces author Ben Rothenberg joins Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin to breakdown all things American Tennis in 2026. They offer their thoughts on who currently holds the mantel of Top American, discuss the biggest moments in American Tennis this season, plus SO much more!!

Episode Notes

Who is the best American Woman? - 6:30
The Case for Pegula - 7:30
The Case for Gauff - 16:11
The Pick - 20:00
Who is the best American Man? - 24:30
The Case for Shelton - 28:50
The Case for Fritz - 33:25
The Case for Paul - 38:00
The Case for Tiafoe - 40:35
Most Improved American Man - 51:05
Most Improved American Woman - 55:30
Best Moment in American Tennis in 2026 - 58:50

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