83: 2025 Wimbledon: Semifinal Recap & Final Preview | Something Major | EP 83
Sam Querrey joins Jack Sock, and a shirtless John Isner to recap the semi-finals of Wimbledon 2025. They provide insights into Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner's performances, discuss John Isner's amusing shirtless appearance, and analyze Taylor Fritz's match against Carlos Alcaraz. The team debates whether Sinner or Alcaraz will claim the men's title and discuss Amanda Anisimova's remarkable journey to the women's final against Iga Swiatek.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:30 Wimbledon Bracket Challenge Loser: John Isner Shirtless
01:36 Wimbledon Members Enclosure Experience
03:55 Jack's Doubles Match Recap
07:00 Jannik Sinner vs. Novak Djokovic Semi-Final
10:40 Carlos Alcaraz vs. Taylor Fritz Semi-Final
14:27 Men's Final Predictions: Sinner vs. Alcaraz
16:40 Sinner's Mental Resilience
17:24 Ticket Prices and Final Anticipation
17:47 Women's Semifinals Recap
18:31 Amanda Anisimova's Journey
19:00 Analyzing the Final Matchups
19:44 American Tennis Dominance
22:37 Predicting the Women's Final
27:37 Debating the Greatest Sporting Event
29:43 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off
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82: 2025 Wimbledon: Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal Preview | Something Major | EP 82
Sam and John reunite for a lively Wimbledon semifinals preview, dissecting Novak’s grit, Sinner’s form, and whether Fritz can shock Alcaraz. They recap Jack Sock and Bill Ackman’s buzzworthy Newport doubles cameo, toast Fabio Fognini’s surprise retirement, and swap semifinal picks in a split call on Sabalenka vs. Anisimova. The guys reflect on their own Wimbledon semifinal runs (and heartbreaks), the fate of fifth-set tiebreaks, and why some doubles veterans look suspiciously close to the legends circuit. Plus, Sam dishes on playing the Legends event with James Blake—and why Bruno Soares is still too good. All eyes now turn to championship weekend.
00:00 Introduction and Semifinals Overview
02:14 Fabio Fognini's Retirement Announcement
03:59 Men's Semifinals Breakdown: Sinner vs. Shelton
06:40 Ben Shelton's Performance and Future Prospects
08:39 Novak Djokovic's Path to the Semifinals
11:45 Taylor Fritz's Journey to the Semifinals
17:32 Reflecting on Memorable Matches
18:18 Impact of Rule Changes in Tennis
19:55 Women's Draw Analysis
21:48 Semifinal Predictions and Analysis
29:54 Legends Match and Personal Anecdotes
31:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Guests
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81: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 4 Recap & Quarterfinal Preview | Something Major | EP 81
Sam and Steve return with a round of 16 Wimbledon recap, sharing laughs and tennis insights. Sam brushes elbows with Federer but gets starstruck, while Jack Sock calls in from Newport to reveal his upcoming doubles comeback with hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman—against Bernard Tomic, no less. The guys analyze Dimitrov’s heartbreak, Shelton’s run, and Djokovic’s tight win, plus dive into women’s draw chaos, Andreeva’s rising star, and wild line-calling drama. Special guest Pedro Martinez joins to discuss his surprise Wimbledon run, grass-court game, and the vibe inside the unseeded locker room. Predictions fly as the quarterfinals loom.
00:00 Introduction and Round of 16 Recap
01:58 Upcoming Legends Match: James Blake and Jeremy Chardy
04:34 Jack's Return to Tennis at Newport
09:36 Wimbledon Round of 16 Highlights
16:44 Rublev vs. Alcaraz: A Match Recap
17:57 Cam Norrie’s Epic Battle Against Nicolas Jarry
18:48 Women's Draw Analysis: Round of 16
24:13 Quarterfinal Predictions: Men's and Women's Draw
30:32 Interview with Pedro Martinez
35:52 Bracket Challenge Update and Closing Remarks
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80: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | Something Major | EP 80
Sam and Stevie J hold down a two-man pod for Wimbledon’s Round 3 recap, mixing tennis insights with hilarious behind-the-scenes tales. Sam battles desk nerves and a stubborn stomach ache while interviewing stars like Sinner and Alcaraz, and Stevie recalls his Davis Cup hotdog-eating victory at Andy Roddick’s house. The duo breaks down Sinner’s dominance, Alcaraz’s brief lapses, Novak’s ominous form, and chaos in the women’s draw. Off-court chatter includes Tsitsipas drama, legends events, and the mysteries of Wimbledon’s Final Eight Club. It’s classic Something Major: tennis talk, personal stories, and plenty of laughs.
00:00 Introduction and Wimbledon Round 3 Recap
01:44 Funny Moments and Behind the Scenes
06:34 Match Highlights and Player Performances
08:33 Men's Tennis Analysis
13:58 Women's Tennis Analysis
15:26 Analyzing Iga’s Performance and Predictions
16:33 Emma Navarro's Journey and Grass Court Challenges
17:47 Women's Side Predictions and Surprises
21:31 Goran's Controversial Comments on Tsitsipas
25:24 Legends Match and Final Thoughts
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79: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 79
Sam returns to the pod alongside John Isner and Steve Johnson for a packed episode of tennis banter and off-court gossip. The guys dissect Sinner’s dominant form, Alcaraz’s gritty start, and Djokovic’s ominous momentum.
Off-court, they dive into the Tsitsipas-Badosa breakup drama and share laughs about blackout curtains, British breakfasts, and overheated London flats. From upsets like Draper’s fall to Cilic's resurgence, and American hopes with Fritz and Navarro, it’s a comprehensive Wimbledon update mixed with trademark humor and behind-the-scenes insight from the SW19 grounds.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
00:36 Tennis Gossip: Tsitsipas/Badosa Breakup
02:20 Commentary on Recent Matches
07:14 Surprising Wins and Losses
09:04 Discussion on Player Performances
12:36 Unexpected Outcomes and Predictions
17:27 American Players' Performance
18:26 Women's Tournament Highlights
22:25 Predictions and Analysis
25:37 Bracket Standings and Updates
27:39 On-Site Experiences and Final Thoughts
Join former American tennis stars Sam Querrey, John Isner, Steve Johnson, and Jack Sock as they hope to serve up more laughs than Grand Slam titles in a brand new podcast "Nothing Major".
Expect untold tales, a behind the scenes look at life on tour, and relentless banter that only comes from guys who've seen it all (except that elusive major win).
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