In this episode, Andrea and Theo are joined by tennis content creator Liza West, known for her sharp take on finals fashion, match culture, and the evolving media landscape of the sport. Liza shares how her background in social media marketing, alongside her early experiences as a Wimbledon ball girl, shaped her path into tennis storytelling. Together, they explore what it means to build a voice in a traditionally guarded industry, carving out space within a niche sport while navigating criticism, confidence, and online noise.

From tennis fashion and iconic style eras to the players redefining personality and presence on tour, the conversation moves well beyond the court. Andrea, Theo, and Liza dive into social media’s growing influence, tensions within sports media, and the complexities of modern tennis culture, alongside a thoughtful discussion on GLP-1 medications and the narratives surrounding bodies and performance. A candid and refreshingly honest episode about where tennis is heading next.

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This week on What’s The Call, Andrea and Theo are back and they’ve got plenty to unpack. First up: Naomi Osaka. After the duo discussed her match and the “grunting debate,” Naomi posted what felt like a very direct (and very viral) response: “who gave them a microphone?” They break down what they actually said, why fan conversations matter in sport, and why tennis can feel intimidatingly technical — plus why they’re committed to keeping it fun, accessible, and honest.

From there, it’s a whirlwind of headlines: an Australian player’s brutal retirement statement calling out toxicity and abuse in the tennis world, Medvedev’s latest comedic meltdown over “square” balls, and Yannick Sinner’s new Nike ACG look (with a subtle dig at his past outfits). Then it’s full Winter Olympics mode: the Olympic Village condom shortage, a jaw-dropping bronze medal “confession” that feels like a movie moment — and the emotional highs and lows of elite sport, from heartbreak crashes to pressure-fuelled collapses. The episode closes with a final call on the question that underpins everything: when careers are decided in split seconds, how much is skill — and how much is surviving the moment?

Stefanos Tsitsipas slid into the DMs… and this guest turned out to be a bit of a blast from the past. In this episode, Stefanos opens up about navigating a challenging period, what it’s taken to feel like himself again, and why rediscovering the joy of competing has mattered just as much as results. We also get into favourite Slams, the grind and beauty of clay, and the tournament that delivers his ideal mix of tennis and escape.

Off court, things get even better. Stefanos shares his pre match rituals and superstitions, tells some genuinely brilliant tour stories, and reveals what happened the first time he ever drank alcohol… alongside Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer. We talk life on tour, online trolls, blocking with enthusiasm, the realities of the tennis calendar, kit hits and disasters, and finish with quick fire calls you won’t want to miss.

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