
Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We’ll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, Sam and Stevie recap the Wimbledon quarterfinals, starting with Novak Djokovic’s five-hour, 15-minute thriller over Felix Auger-Aliassime, discussing his fitness, on-court mood swings, and whether two days off before facing Jannik Sinner could make the difference.They also break down Sinner’s straight-sets win over Jan-Lennard Struff, preview the blockbuster semifinal with Djokovic, Taylor Fritz’s knee issue in his loss to Alexander Zverev, and Arthur Ferys surprise win over Flavio Cobolli to continue his dream Wimbledon run.Plus, the guys cover Coco Gauff’s comeback victory over Jessica Pegula, the wins for Linda Noskova, Marta Kostyuk, and Karolina Muchova, before previewing the women’s semifinals, sharing a remarkable Djokovic stat, checking in on the bracket challenge, and introducing their new “40-love” lefty challenge against their wives.00:00 Quarterfinals Recap Begins00:30 Novak Ball Smack Moment00:58 Epic Djokovic vs Felix02:01 Wimbledon Curfew Rules05:00 Novak Mood and Roof Talk07:29 Sinner Advances Past Struff09:20 Fery Shocks Cobolli12:03 Fritz Injury Zverev Surge14:59 Semifinal Picks and Preview17:04 Novak vs Sinner Stakes17:59 Courtside Seat Talk19:44 Gauff Beats Pegula21:58 Noskova Grass Surge23:43 Kostyuk and Semis Preview25:35 Muchova vs Gauff Matchup26:55 Noskova vs Kostyuk Picks29:35 Stevie Stat Novak Longevity30:50 Bracket Challenge Update31:39 Lefty Wives Challenge34:11 Wrap and Next Recap
Jul 8
35 min

192: 2026 Wimbledon Round 4 Recap, Is Federer Or Djokovic The Grass GOAT? | Something Major | EP 192
Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We’ll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, John and Stevie recap the fourth round at Wimbledon, with Sam away on ESPN duty, starting with Novak Djokovic’s four-set win over Roman Safiullin, Roger Federer’s return to the Royal Box, and Novak’s record-setting 106th Wimbledon match victory.They also break down Felix Auger-Aliassime’s five-set win over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, the controversy surrounding a late injury timeout, Jannik Sinner’s comfortable straight-sets victory, Taylor Fritz’s dominant performance over Alexander Bublik, and Arthur Ferrys upset of Grigor Dimitrov.Plus, the guys cover Naomi Osaka’s stunning win over Aryna Sabalenka, the victories for Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Linda Noskova, Karolina Muchova, and Marta Kostyuk and Jasmine Paolini ending Alex Ealas dream run, before previewing and predicting the quarterfinal matchups.00:00 Round Four Kickoff00:13 Mic Trouble and Missing Sam01:28 Sam Querrey Stories02:13 Wimbledon Heat Check03:13 Federer in the Royal Box04:29 Djokovic Round Three Review06:55 GOAT Grass Court Debate09:34 Felix Survives the Drama14:13 Sinner Finds His Rhythm15:27 Fritz Rolling on Grass19:15 Fery Stuns Dimitrov20:54 Fery Fairytale Run21:43 Mens Quarters Set24:55 Osaka Stuns Sabalenka26:48 American Women Advance28:54 Womens Quarters Roundup31:32 Stevies Stat32:09 Mens Quarterfinal Picks35:47 Womens Quarterfinal Picks37:30 Wrap Up And Signoff
Jul 7
39 min

Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We’ll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap the third round at Wimbledon, starting with Novak Djokovic’s four-set win over Arthur Rinderknech and the biggest shock of the day as Daniil Medvedev crashed out to Jan-Lennard Struff despite holding big leads in every set. They also break down Hubert Hurkacz’s serving masterclass over Tommy Paul, Jannik Sinner’s solid win over Jenson Brooksby, and the surprise runs from Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki.Plus, the guys cover the chaos in the women’s draw as Elena Rybakina, Iga Swiatek and other top seeds fall, preview blockbuster fourth-round matchups including Aryna Sabalenka vs. Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula vs. Iva Jovic, and Serena Williams withdrawing from doubles.00:00 Wimbledon Recap Intro00:33 Fourth of July Banter02:40 Djokovic Survives Scare06:06 Medvedev Epic Collapse09:10 Hurkacz Ends Tommy Run11:09 Sinner Still Searching14:17 IBM App14:32 Qualifiers Make Noise16:13 Live Match Check In16:35 Dimitrov Berrettini Pick17:09 Tiafoe Bublik Thriller18:41 Mens Results Roundup18:58 Rybakina Shock Loss20:44 Eala Stuns Swiatek23:00 Pegula And Womens Chaos25:43 Williams Doubles Withdrawal26:50 Sabalenka Dominance Stat27:20 Fourth Round Upset Talk28:44 Womens Fourth Round Picks30:08 Bracket Standings Wrap
Jul 5
31 min

190: 2026 Wimbledon Round 2 Recap, Djokovic Dominates, Sinner Still Shaky | Something Major | EP 190
Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition!We’ll be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historic grass-court Slam, with new episodes every two days.On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap the second round at Wimbledon, starting with Novak Djokovic’s dominant win over Stefanos Tsitsipas and whether this is his best shot at a record 25th Grand Slam title. They also break down Jannik Sinner’s uneven performance, Matteo Berrettini’s impressive run, and the standout results from the American men.Plus, the guys cover the biggest stories from the women’s draw, revisit the viral “bob” debate, check the Wimbledon bracket standings, and catch up with Roland-Garros bracket time traveller winner.00:00 Show Returns Intro00:26 Desk Day Recap01:03 Bob Hair Debate02:01 Soccer World Cup Banter03:57 Djokovic Dominance07:42 Djokovic Stats And Mood09:57 Sinner Shaky Start13:07 Stan Farewell Berrettini Surge17:50 American Men Roundup23:54 Andreeva Shock Exit26:04 Eala Mania Rising28:22 Gauff Grit Check31:00 Stevie Stat Djokovic31:56 Third Round Upset Watch33:56 Broadcast Booth Banter35:12 Bracket Standings Stakes37:58 Interview Bracket Winner45:50 Wrap Up
Jul 3
46 min

189: 2026 Wimbledon Round 1 Recap, Sinner Survives Scare, Shelton Stunned | Something Major | EP 189
Welcome back to Something Major, Wimbledon edition! We will be bringing you all the latest news, results and coverage from the historical slam, with episode releases every 2 days. On this episode of Something Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap the opening round at Wimbledon, starting with Ben Shelton’s upset loss to qualifier Otto Virtanen. They discuss Shelton’s inconsistent 2026 season, why his results have been so up and down, and how slim the margins are on grass.Then they break down Jannik Sinner’s gritty five-set win over Miomir Kecmanović after five weeks away from competition and a foot blister, before getting into the other big first-round surprises, including early exits for Andrey Rublev, Cameron Norrie, Hubert Hurkacz, and Casper Ruud.Plus, the guys cover Serena Williams’ long-awaited return to Wimbledon with a wildcard, her three-set loss to Maya Joint, and what it means to see the GOAT back on Centre Court.00:00 Wimbledon Recap Begins00:26 Davidovich Fokina Breakthrough01:18 IBM Wimbledon App Partnership02:03 Watsonx Features Explained03:35 Shelton Upset Analytics08:28 Ben Shelton Season Swings13:36 Sinner Survives Five Sets18:08 Fucsovics Awkward Moment19:34 Round One Shockers List19:55 Norrie Upset21:50 Wimbledon Breakthrough Story22:08 Why Ruud Struggles Here23:28 Quinn Upset And Men Recap24:53 Ethan Quinns American Ceiling25:33 Nutrafol Hair Debate29:40 Fritz Walkout Fashion30:41 Serena Retrurns35:26 Stevies Stats37:18 Second Round Lookahead Wrap
Jul 1
40 min

Nothing Major Wimbledon Bracket is live tomorrow! Register for your chance to win a $2,000 gift card and be a guest on the show - https://bracket.nothingmajorshow.com/nothingmajorJoin us from next Tuesday for Something Major Wimbledon, with episodes releasing every other day! On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie get ready for a packed Wimbledon stretch and react to the biggest story of the week: Marketa Vondrousova’s four-year ban after refusing a drug test. The guys break down the whereabouts system, discuss how it works in practice and explain why they feel the punishment is way too harsh.Then they’re joined by former British No. 1 Kyle Edmund to talk about building his game around his forehand, his run to the 2018 Australian Open semifinals, the challenges of moving on grass and what makes Wimbledon feel so different from Queen’s.Plus, the guys get nostalgic about their favorite Wimbledon traditions, debate seeds and wildcards, including Nick Kyrgios, make some early picks and close things out with a review thanks to our partners at Tennis Warehouse.00:00 Jam Packed Preview00:39 Bracket Challenge Returns02:05 Vondrousova Ban Explained03:45 Whereabouts Strikes System10:07 Kyle Edmund Joins11:35 Edmund Game And Forehand13:50 2018 Aussie Open Run18:00 Grass Season And Clubs25:26 Wimbledon Membership Perks31:09 British Vs American Peeves38:11 Post Interview Wimbledon Nostalgia41:48 Wimbledon House Life43:08 Championship Court Practice44:58 Seeds and Draw Talk46:38 Grass Court Parity48:29 Wildcards and Kyrgios50:54 Picking the Champion53:58 ESPN Wimbledon Prep58:28 Nike Shoe Review01:04:11 Ratings and Wrap Up01:07:50 Jingle Finale
Jun 25
1 hr 9 min

On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie recap a huge week on grass. They break down Frances Tiafoe’s title run in Halle, where he beat Taylor Fritz without facing a break point and finally snapped a seven-match skid against him.Then they head to Queen’s, where Francisco Cerúndolo battled through a tough week to win the title and got a special moment with his parents making the trip from Argentina for the final.Plus, the guys discuss Linda Nosková’s win in Berlin, Jessica Pegula’s momentum heading into Wimbledon, Alexandra Eala’s recent form and the biggest story in tennis: Serena Williams’ return to Wimbledon singles.00:00 Show Kickoff00:35 Bracket Winner Ghosting02:03 Stevie’s Punishment Plan03:07 Behind the Scenes Drama05:44 Tiafoe Wins Halle09:43 Wimbledon Threat Talk13:52 Queens Final Recap19:24 American Wimbledon Chances22:32 Noskova Shines in Berlin24:36 Berlin Breakthroughs28:54 Serena Returns To Wimbledon35:16 Alex Eala Grass Watch38:53 World Cup Bro Debate40:26 Stevie Stats And Servebot42:38 Final Pre-Wimbledon Events44:10 Wrap And Next Episode
Jun 22
45 min

186: Diana Shnaider Joins! Reaching a Slam Semi, The Hottie Coach Bracket & Being an F1 Fan | EP 186
Have a question for the show or need some life advice? Visit https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/ and head to the Fan Participation section to submit your questions, stories, or requests for advice!On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam and Stevie take the reins and welcome Diana Shnaider fresh off her Roland-Garros semifinal run.Diana talks about the quick turnaround from Paris to grass season, why she chose NC State as a top junior, and what college tennis was really like before making the leap to the pro tour.She also breaks down her French Open run, including her win over Madison Keys, her battle with Aryna Sabalenka, and the lessons she took from reaching her first Grand Slam semifinal. Plus, thoughts on working with Sascha Bajin & life on tour.The guys finish on fan questions covering first-class travel, tennis finances, Survivor, and social etiquette.00:00 Show Intro00:14 Hosts and Week Preview00:46 Meet Diana Shnaider01:16 Name Pronunciation Story02:33 Home in Moscow03:36 Early Sports and Hobbies04:46 Why NC State10:38 College Life Shock13:43 Dorm Life and Crowds15:51 TV Shows and Staying17:05 Prize Money Talk18:04 Post College Coaching18:54 Bandana and Style20:22 Lefty Game Identity21:17 French Open Breakthrough24:39 Beating Sabalenka27:49 Semifinal Pressure Shift32:25 Tournament Room Requests33:13 Coach Sasha Impact36:00 Hottie Bracket Drama37:07 F1 Favorites and Karting38:41 No License Confession40:36 Post Interview Reactions42:18 Bracket Winner Shoutout43:15 Life Advice Travel Class45:17 Tennis Team Expenses46:50 Survivor Host Debate48:13 Retire That Story49:19 Champ Name Dilemma52:17 Show Wrap and Goodbye
Jun 18
53 min

Go to https://kachava.com and use code NOTHINGMAJOR for 15% off your first order.On this episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie tackle the hottest topic in tennis: John Isner eating on the podcast.Then they get into the biggest story of the week: Serena Williams is back. Serena’s return to doubles at Queen’s sparks a debate about whether she could make a real singles comeback—and whether anyone should count her out.The guys also break down Ben Shelton’s clutch title run in Stuttgart, Kamil Majchrzak’s shocking grass-court breakthrough in ’s-Hertogenbosch, and Donna Vekic’s Queen’s Club title as a lucky loser (plus a quick lesson on how lucky losers actually work).Plus: Wimbledon prize money, Carlos Alcaraz’s wrist checkup, and rumblings of a US Open mixed doubles boycott.00:00 Intro00:22 The Chewing Controversy02:51 Stuttgart Shelton’s Grass Breakthrough07:53 Fritz vs Drop Shot Problem10:36 Den Bosch Name Chaos11:19 Majchrzak Shocks the Top 1015:59 Queen’s WTA Vekic Lucky Loser Run22:33 Major News Serena Doubles Comeback24:51 Grass Injury Woes24:58 Fixing Slippery Courts25:56 Serena Wimbledon Talk27:20 Mixed Doubles Boycott Buzz29:39 Wimbledon Prize Money30:15 Alcaraz Wrist Update33:57 Stevie Stats Grass Kings35:00 Servebot Shelton Edition35:53 World Cup Detour37:12 Shelton’s Free Cars39:00 Queens vs Halle Fields42:17 Berlin Stacked Draw43:15 Wrap Up
Jun 15
45 min

To join ATP Fantasy head to https://play.fantasy.atptour.com/nothingmajorCode to join our Nothing Major league: 981-0H8TXOn the first-ever Thursday episode of Nothing Major, John, Sam, and Stevie review their pre–Monte Carlo clay buy/sell picks, highlighting calls on Arthur Fils, Flavio Cobolli, Joao Fonseca, Alex de Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, and Adrian Mannarino, before shifting to fresh grass-court buys and sells. They update their ATP Fantasy team and standings, make a full grass-season reset around Jannik Sinner, and debate roster value picks and alternates. The guys also talk World Cup excitement and timing in North America, spin a “wildcard wheel” to pick extra national teams to follow, and answer fan questions on bugs and bees on court, judging grunts, and an Isner-vs-Opelka hypothetical.00:00 Thursday Episode Kickoff01:22 Clay Picks Recap03:23 Stevie and John Results06:53 New Grass Picks12:10 Fantasy Team Shakeup17:07 Finalizing Fantasy Picks17:30 Join the ATP Fantasy League17:50 World Cup Hype Check19:49 Tour Life During World Cup21:27 Wildcard Wheel Soccer Teams26:59 Fan Questions Nature Moments29:30 Grunts Locker Room Talk31:07 Isner vs Opelka Debate31:55 Wrap Up and Grass Swing
Jun 11
35 min
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