The Beyond Tennis Podcast

Most fans only see what happens between the lines. Johnny Delgado is here to show you everything else. On The Beyond Tennis Podcast, Johnny sits down with the players, coaches, and insiders he’s known for years to talk about the grit of the professional circuit and the moments that actually shape a life.These aren't polished press conference answers. They’re honest, locker-room style conversations about life after the match, second passions, and who these people are when the cameras are off. If you're into tennis culture and real stories, join Johnny for a look behind the curtain.

The Beyond Tennis Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Vertical Drop, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Vertical Drop hosts The Beyond Tennis Podcast, a sports show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  James Ward: The Grind, Davis Cup Glory (Isner Comeback) & Life After the Tour - Ep.10

  May 13, 202652 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Beyond Tennis, Johnny sits down with British tennis legend and 2015 Davis Cup champion James Ward to trace his career from picking up a racket at 9/10 in North London to training at Juan Carlos Ferrero’s academy in Spain, grinding through Futures and Challengers, and eventually cracking the ATP top 100 around age 28/29. Ward shares what the lonely lower-level tour is really like, why Davis Cup team environments brought out his best tennis, and relives his biggest moments—beating Sam Querrey away in the USA and coming back from two sets down to beat John Isner 15–13 in the fi...

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  Episode #9

  Matthew Little: Inside Andy Murray’s 17-Year Fitness Journey & Davis Cup Glory - Ep.9

  May 6, 20261h 2mS1

  <p>Johnny interviews renowned tennis strength & conditioning coach Matthew Little, who recounts starting tennis as an enthusiastic but average junior at Sutton before committing at 16 to S&C and spending a decade grinding through academy and LTA roles, including Loughborough and the NTC, to reach the pro level. Little describes mentoring influences, the importance of on-court learning for trainers, and the “soft skills” needed to build trust and avoid undermining team members, lessons central to his long stint with Andy Murray (from 2007), initially assisting Jez Green before leading S&C from around 2014. He details Murray’s brutal preseasons, meticulous fueling (includ...

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  Episode #8

  David Lloyd: The LTA Feud, Building an Empire & Producing Wimbledon Champions - Ep. 8

  Apr 22, 202656 minS1

  <p>In this episode of <b>The Beyond Tennis Podcast</b>, host <b>Johnny Delgado</b> sits down with the man who revolutionized British tennis, <b>David Lloyd</b>. David provides a candid look at his "colorful" history with the LTA, his obsession with changing the grassroots system, and the creation of the legendary Slater Squad that produced stars like Tim Henman.</p><p>David opens up about the business of tennis, the importance of university sports, and the relentless drive it took to build his global leisure empire. He also shares a masterclass in entrepreneurship, detailing how he turned...

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  Episode #7

  Jamie Delgado: Coaching Andy Murray to World No. 1 & The "Talent Trap" - Ep. 7

  Apr 15, 202647 minS1

  <p>In this episode of <b>The Beyond Tennis Podcast</b>, host <b>Johnny Delgado</b> is joined by his brother, <b>Jamie Delgado</b>, a record-breaking figure in British tennis. Jamie shares the raw reality of his journey from being a world-champion junior to navigating the "humiliation" of high-pressure Davis Cup matches and transitioning into one of the most successful coaching careers on the ATP tour.</p><p><br/></p><p>Jamie provides an exclusive look at his years coaching <b>Andy Murray</b>, breaking down the intense 2016 race to become world number one and the mental architecture required...

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  Episode #6

  Jamie Murray: World No. 1, Grand Slam Glory & Life in the Murray Shadow - Episode 6

  Mar 31, 202651 minS1

  <p>In this episode of <b>The Beyond Tennis Podcast</b>, host <b>Johnny Delgado</b> sits down with former doubles world No. 1 and 7-time Grand Slam champion <b>Jamie Murray</b>. Jamie opens up about his journey from a young talent in Dunblane to reaching the pinnacle of the sport, discussing the mental resilience required to carve out his own legendary career alongside his brother, Andy.</p><p>From the high-pressure atmosphere of Davis Cup triumphs to the reality of life on the doubles tour, Jamie provides an unfiltered look at the professional game. He also dives into his "...

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