TennisWorthy Podcast

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What makes a Hall of Famer? What is that unique something that led to their historic success? Was it innate? Or did they need to cultivate a winning mindset?

TennisWorthy, a podcast presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame, seeks to answer these questions and uncover what it takes to become the greatest of champions. These wide-reaching conversations go beyond on-court results, and reveal the mindset of the sport’s legends. Hear from greats like Lleyton Hewitt, Tracy Austin, Ivan Lendl and more on what it takes to set yourself apart.

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Stan Smith is a former professional tennis player from the United States, known for his success in the 1970s, including winning Grand Slam titles and being a prominent figure in tennis history.
Hall of Famer Justine Henin is a renowned tennis player known for her success at Roland-Garros, winning the tournament four times, and her decorated career marked by sacrifices and dedication to her dreams.
Mary Pierce is a retired professional tennis player and a Hall of Famer, known for her remarkable career including winning the 2000 Roland-Garros singles and doubles titles. She turned pro at 14 and is celebrated for her perseverance, resilience, and contributions to tennis.
Rick Draney is a wheelchair tennis champion and pioneer, inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2023. His journey began after a car crash at 19 left him in a wheelchair, and he became a significant figure in adaptive sports, innovating techniques to improve performance and inspiring others through his story of perseverance.
Michael Chang is a retired American professional tennis player known for his tenacity and resilience on the court. He won the French Open in 1989 at the age of 17, becoming the youngest male player to win a Grand Slam singles title. Chang was renowned for his speed, defensive skills, and fighting spirit, which earned him a place among tennis legends. Throughout his career, he was a consistent top-ranked player and has been inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

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The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) is a non-profit organization that preserves the history of tennis and celebrates its champions to inspire excellence across generations globally. The ITHF is located in Newport, Rhode Island and is the official Hall of Fame for the sport of tennis. Induction is the Ultimate Honor in Tennis, and to date has been presented to 267 Hall of Famers representing 28 nations. The Hall of Fame honors these legends and chronicles the sport’s history in an interactive museum, digital experiences, and global programming.

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Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on TennisWorthy.

0:00 1:41

Stan Smith on the rise of Bjrn Borg | TennisWorthy Moments

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Stan Smith
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Björn Borg Stan Smith Tennis Hall of Fame Champions Mindset

Stan Smith saw it coming. The world saw it coming. But no one knew it would happen that fast. In what felt like an instant, a 17 year old Bjrn Borg went from a promising young star to a dominating force in the sport. By 1974, the future of tennis had arrived.


This episode is part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame's TennisWorthy short-form series. View more TennisWorthy stories at tennisfame.com/tennisworthy.

0:00 1:42

Justine Henin on Living Dreams | TennisWorthy Moments

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Justine Henin
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Hall of Famer champion winning mindset TennisWorthy Justine Henin Roland-Garros

Hall of Famer Justine Henin knew from a young age that her dream was to become a champion, in particular at Roland-Garros. She went on to win the tournament four times as part of a decorated career, making sacrifices and staying true to her dream all the while.


This episode is part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame's TennisWorthy short-form series. View more TennisWorthy stories at tennisfame.com/tennisworthy.

0:00 54:03

Celebrating Mary Pierce's Roland-Garros Title, 25 Years On

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Chris Bowers
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Mary Pierce
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Tennis Hall of Fame Mary Pierce Roland-Garros Grand Slam Perseverance Hard work Injury recovery Parenting in sports Induction into Hall of Fame

In the 25th anniversary year of her milestone Roland-Garros singles title, the TennisWorthy Podcast revisits one of its original episodes with Hall of Famer Mary Pierce.

Mary discusses her remarkable career and personal journey with Chris Bowers. Pierce reflects on her early start in tennis, turning pro at 14, and attributes her success to perseverance and hard work.

A significant turning point in her life and career came in 2000, leading to her Roland Garros singles and doubles victories that year despite a shoulder injury. Pierce emphasizes the importance of unconditional love and support for young athletes, advising parents to treat their children the same regardless of their performance. She also shares her pride for her 2019 induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.


This episode originally aired in 2023. The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame. For more information and full episode transcriptions, visit tennisfame.com/podcast.

0:00 1:01:52

Rick Draney on Finding a Renewed Sense of Purpose through Tennis

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Chris Bowers
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Rick Draney
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wheelchair tennis adaptive sports perseverance rehabilitation sports psychology overcoming adversity

Chris Bowers sits down for an inspiring interview with Rick Draney, a remarkable individual inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023 as a wheelchair tennis champion and pioneer. Draney shares his powerful journey, which began with a car crash at 19 that left him in a wheelchair. He candidly discusses the struggles of adapting to a new life and how discovering wheelchair tennis became a pivotal turning point in his rehabilitation. Despite initial doubts and challenges with mobility and gripping the racket, Draney's determination led him to innovate his own taping method, which significantly improved his game and established a method for future generations of quad players.

This conversation goes beyond tennis, highlighting how sports can empower individuals to overcome adversity and become their best selves. Draney emphasizes that it's not about what happens to you, but how you choose to deal with it. His story is a testament to perseverance, the importance of support systems, and the vast opportunities available in adaptive sports today. Discover how a willingness to try can lead to incredible achievements and a renewed sense of purpose.


The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame. For more information and full episode transcriptions, visit tennisfame.com/podcast.

0:00 3:17

Michael Chang on Persistence | TennisWorthy Moments

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Michael Chang
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Persistence Tiananmen Square protests Michael Chang Ivan Lendl 1989 Roland-Garros French Open

As protestors insisted on their rights in Tiananmen Square, Hall of Famer Michael Chang persisted in one of the hardest matches of his career: battling defending champion Ivan Lendl through cramps and doubt in the fourth round at 1989 Roland-Garros.


This episode is part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame's TennisWorthy short-form series. View more TennisWorthy stories at tennisfame.com/tennisworthy.

(00:00:15) - When did Michael Chang win the French Open?

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