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Jimmy and Brett check in on the Miami Open and preview the mens SF's and ladies Finals. Grigor Dimitrov beats Carlos Alcaraz and is playing some of the best tennis of his career to make the SF's. Jimmy talks about how sticking in there and grinding can help players who are in their 30's can extend their career's Zverev seems to be all the way back from his injury almost 2 years ago at Roland Garros. Can he win Miami and get that statement win we have been waiting for? Medvedev vs Sinner is a rematch of the finals in Miami last year. Can Med go back to back in South Beach or will AO champ keep up his hot play? Novak Djokovic and longtime coach Goran Ivanišević decided to end their coaching relationship this week after winning 9 majors together. What type of coach will Djoker be looking for to guide him the latter part of his career? Plus we answer more of your questions on a brand new Advantage Connors podcast Sponsors: shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett recap Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek winning Indian Wells last Sunday. Daniil Medvedev is one of the best hard court tennis players in the world, but again he's the runner up in a big tournament losing to Alcaraz in the desert. Aryna Sabalenka had tragedy happen to her this week as her friend and ex-boyfriend Konstantin Koltsov died in Miami. Sabby has decided to play the tournament and Jimmy discusses how playing might be the best thing for her at this time. The face of baseball Shohei Ohtani was embroiled in a betting controversy this week as his long time interpreter was fired by the Dodgers for allegedly stealing millions from Ohtani to pay off sports gambling debts. Plus we answer some of your questions on an all new Advantage Connors podcast! Sponsor: Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett check in on Indian Wells, including Novak Djokovic losing early to young Italian Luca Nardi. Plus young American Emma Navarro is making a name for herself on the WTA tour including her big win over Advantage Connors favorite Aryna Sabalenka. Jimmy is excited about the Mike Tyson vs Logan Paul fight which was announced this week. Mike was the first guest on Advantage Connors way back in 2020! Brett tells us about his recent road trip out to Death Valley. It's been a rough year Boeing aircrafts, with planes doors flying off, bolts not tightened correctly and landing gear failing. Making it difficult to get excited about traveling when you have to factor in the risky nature of their recent track record. Plus we answer some of your questions and more on a brand new Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsor: Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on the show Jimmy and Brett discuss the recent quote by former pro Paul Azinger referring to the PGA tour as a qualifier for LIV golf. The tennis kicked off this week in the desert of Indian Wells and Jimmy talks about all the changing that have taken place over the years to the tournament. Then Brett takes us through the betting odds going into the first men's masters 1000 of the season. WTA star and 2 time major winner Simona Halep won her doping appeal this week and will rejoin the tour in Miami as a wild card. Plus Jimmy tells us how he balanced his family life with his tennis life on a brand new Advantage Connors podcast Sponsors: Nom Nom - TryNom.com/CONNORS for 50% off your no-risk two week trial Factor - factormeals.com/connors50 and use code connors50 to get 50% off Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett discuss Andrey Rublev's recent defaulting by the Dubai tournament for yelling at the line judge. Saudi PIF buys into men's tennis this week with an over $100 million dollar investment in the ATP over the next 5 years. Jimmy talks about what his coach and mentor Pancho Segura taught him that not only helped him throughout his tennis career, but also in life. Then they pay tribute to a friend of the podcast's this week as comedian Richard Lewis passed away from a heart attack. All that and more on a brand new Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsors: shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett check in on this week's tennis with Andy Murray and Carlos Alcaraz coming up in the listener mailbag. Then Jimmy tells us the best spots to eat at all the grand slams. Sponsor: Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett are back with a special Valentines edition of Advantage Connors and are answering more of your questions. Sponsor: Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on the pod Jimmy and Brett are answering listener questions. They discuss Holger Rune and Boris Becker ending their partnership, why Jimmy loves ancient aliens so much, plus much more on this episode of Advantage Connors. Nom Nom - TryNom.com/CONNORS for 50% off your no-risk two week trial Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett break down the results from the 2024 Australian Open with Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka taking home the titles. Sinner becomes the first Italian man to win a grand slam since 1976 having to rally from two sets down. Sabalenka cruised through the draw not dropping a set on her way to back to back titles down under. Daniil Medvedev played his heart out logging over 24 hours of court time and being two sets up in the finals before finishing runner up for a 5th time at a slam. This and much more on a brand new Advantage Connors podcast. Factor - http://factormeals.com/connors50 and use code connors50 to get 50% off http://shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett are back after a week off and ready to talk some Australian Open tennis as we head into the final weekend of the years first major. Can Sinner break through and get to his first grand slam finals, or will Djoker continue his dominance in Melbourne? Then Zverev plays Medvedev for the 19th time but first time at a major. Can Zverev continue his hot play after taking out Carlos Alcaraz, or will Medvedev beat him again? Will AC favorite Aryna Sabalenka go back to back AO championships after winning there in 2023? Or will up and coming young star Qinwen Zheng make a name for herself on the 10 year anniversary of Li Na winning down under? All that plus much more on a new Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsor: Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett look back at Jimmy's 1974 AO win which included playing doubles with rival and friend Bjorn Borg. Then a look down under at the 2024 AO odds and preview of the upcoming first major of the season. Plus Jimmy talks about playing people right handed to help with his footwork and conditioning. Then how playing someone with a trash can might have saved a friends life. Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett kick off their 5th year of the Advantage Connors podcast, who would have thought it would last this long! The guys recap the busy holiday season, which included a visit to Connors kitchen and our interview with Casey Defranco. Then Jimmy talks about the 50th anniversary of his amazing run in 1974 winning 15 titles including the 3 grand slams he was allowed to play, and the number one ranking. Then they discuss the return of 22 time major winner Rafael Nadal, who came back to the tour this week after a year plus absence due to injuries. All that and much more on a season 5 edition of Advantage Connors. Nom Nom - TryNom.com/CONNORS for 50% off your no-risk two week trial Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Leave your questions/topics/or links to stories you want us to talk about next week on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Longtime family friend and co-author of Jimmy's book "The Outsider" Casey Defranco joins Advantage Connors as a special guest. Casey has written her whole life including books, plays, and scripts as well as being a well known voice actor for company's like "Country Crock" and "AT&T". Sponsor: Masterclass - Give One Annual Membership and Get One Free at masterclass.com/connors If you have questions/topics/and links to stories you want us to talk about next week then please post them on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's December which means it's the tennis offseason, so Jimmy and Brett dive into some other sports stories that have made headlines this week. Shohei Ohtani signs a huge 700 million dollar deal and goes across town to the already stacked Los Angeles Dodgers. Brett rants about his Miami Dolphins blowing a 14 pt lead, and number 1 seed with 4 mins to go on Monday night football. Then they dip into the Advantage Connors Facebook mailbag to answer some listener questions. If you have questions/topics/ and links to stories you want us to talk about next week then please post them on Jimmy's official Facebook page. Indeed.com/connors - $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hamad Medjedovic burst on the scene by capturing the Next Gen title last weekend, going a perfect 5-0 in the competition. Jimmy and Brett discuss the young Serbians story which includes being mentored by 24 time major winner Novak Djokovic. Advantage Connors favorite John Rahm decided to take the money and is bolting the LIV tour. Rahm was one of the PGA's biggest supporters these past couple of years which is what makes the move surprising to some. Then with technology being such a big part of modern golf, the PGA has decided to go ahead with the hotly discussed topic of rolling back current the golf ball. All this plus more on the latest Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsors: shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period Indeed.com/connors - $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
01:30- Jimmy and Brett recap a good thanksgiving weekend with the family, which included the long awaited return of "Connors Kitchen". 05:10- Watching a recent documentary causes Jimmy to ask Brett about when he ran with the bulls a few years back. 11:11- ATP world #8 Holger Rune joined Advantage Connors as a very special guest to discuss the 2023 season, including his goals going into 2024. Sponsors: Indeed.com/connors - start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special Thanksgiving week edition of Advantage Connors, Jimmy and Brett recap Novak Djokovic capturing his 7th ATP finals to end the year #1 for a record 8th time. Then a preview for the upcoming Next Gen finals which take place next week in Saudi Arabia and is the last official tennis of the 2023 season. AC podcast favorite Ludvig Åberg broke though last week winning his first PGA event at Sea Island. Shooting a ridiculous 61-61 on the weekend to cap what was a record tying week for the 24 year old Swede. Also rumors have been swirling that major winner Jon Rahm might be the next big name to jump ship from the PGA to LIV, for $600 million no less! All this plus more on a new Advantage Connors podcast, and a happy thanksgiving to all of our loyal listeners! Sponsor: Masterclass - Give One Annual Membership and Get One Free at masterclass.com/CONNORS Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We check in on the ATP Finals in Turin Italy, & Jimmy tells us about playing in the year end "Masters" & "WCT Finals" when he played. Carlos Alcaraz along with other top men & women's players have been complaining about the inconsistency of the tennis ball week to week, & the possibility for injuries. 41 year old Columbian golfer Camilo Villegas has gone through a lot in the 9 years since he last won on the PGA tour, which is what made winning in Bermuda last week that much sweeter. Plus it's the podcast mascot Isabella the mini golden doodle's 5 year anniversary of joining the family. All that & listener questions & more on a new Advantage Connors Sponsors: Indeed.com/connors - start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett recap Novak Djokovic's big win at the Paris masters last week, giving him 97 career ATP titles. Jimmy who holds the record with 109 titles, gives us his take on if he thinks Djoker will catch him before it's all said and done. Then they discuss the WTA finals from Cancun which saw Iga Światek capture the title and year end number 1 ranking. Brett gives us an update on his Miami Dolphins, plus your questions and topics answered on a brand new Advantage Connors podcast! Sponsors: http://shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period Indeed.com/connors - start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ATP world #4 Jannik Sinner continued his hot play winning Vienna last week. Daniil Medvedev let the Parisian crowd know what he thought about them after his loss to Grigor Dimitrov. Jimmy and Brett pay tribute to "Friends" star Matthew Perry who passed away at age 54 Sponsor: Indeed.com/connors - start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett discuss the recent news that Holger Rune and tennis legend Boris Becker have teamed up. Young American Ben Shelton continues his rise, winning his first ATP title in Tokyo last week. Plus they answer more of your listener question on an all new Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsor: Masterclass.com/CONNORS - get an additional 15% off an annual membership Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett discuss listener questions related to Jimmy's career and today's modern game on a special Q&A edition of The Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsor: Indeed.com/connors - start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Jimmy and Brett busy this week it gives us a chance to dip into the archives of Advantage Connors with a flashback to 2020 and special guest, legendary sportscaster Mike Lupica. Originally recorded as a US Open preview show, Mike joins the pod to talk all things tennis having covered the sport for over 50 years. Mike a native New Yorker gives his unique view of what it was like covering the Open and his good friend Jimmy all these years. HelloFresh.com/50connors and use code 50connors for 50% off plus free shipping http://shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period Indeed.com/connors - start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brett hits the road this week to visit family in Denver. Along the way he and Jimmy break down Jannik Sinner's continued hot play which saw him capture his 9th career title in Beijing this week. Then they get into all the fun drama from the Ryder Cup where Team Europe beat team USA soundly in Rome. Then great Aunt Nita Bittner checks in from the couch in Denver. All that plus the sights and sounds from a cross country road trip on a new Advantage Connors podcast. Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 credit Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the release of the 2024 nominees, Jimmy and Brett ask what is the criteria for a tennis hall of famer these days. Brett tries to contain his excitement for his 3-0 Miami Dolphins after they put up 70 points last week against the Broncos. Russell Brand who's mostly known for his acting career has become a popular political critic in recent years. The allegations against Brand are discussed plus much more on a new Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsor: Manscaped.com code CONNORS for 20% Off and Free Shipping Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jimmy and Brett are both back on the West coast and checking in on the latest news stories. How does a $90 million dollar fighter jet go missing? With UTS and Laver cup happening this month the guys talk about the long history of paid exhibitions in the game of tennis. The Miami Dolphins are 2-0 with both wins coming on the road, this gives Brett hope and a reason to check in on the NFL season. All of this plus Jimmy tells us about his eventful week in Vegas on a new Advantage Connors podcast Sponsors: Indeed.com/CONNORS for a $75 credit Nutrafol.com/men and enter promo code CONNORS for $100 off your first month's subscription and free shipping Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Advantage Connors is lucky to have a very special guest this week, former player and current coach/broadcaster Darren Cahill joins the pod to break down all things US Open. Darren and Brett, former colleagues at ESPN talk tennis for an hour, discussing Djokovic & Coco's big wins in NYC. Plus what it's like coaching some of the biggest players in the game like current world #7 Jannik Sinner. Oh, and Jimmy checks in from Florida where he is busy doing business and hanging with Patti and Aubree's at their dance competition. This and much more on the latest Advantage Connors podcast! Sponsors: shopduer.com and use promo code - CONNORS for 15% off or click here - https://shopduer.com/discount/CONNORS?utm_source=podsearch&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=CONNORS HelloFresh.com/50connors and use code 50connors for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The guys check in on the last weekend of the US Open from NYC. Sponsors: shopify.com/connors - sign up for a $1 per month trial period indeed.com/connors - claim your $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brett checks in from his LaGuardia airport hotel room to talk all things Week 1 at the US Open with Jimmy. Americans are making a good showing so far on both the mens and women's side of the draws. The guys get into all the storylines from the first week plus answer your questions on a all new episode of the Advantage Connors podcast. Sponsor: Nutrafol.com/men and enter promo code CONNORS for $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The guys sit down and catch everyone up on the 2 masters 1000's that took place the past couple weeks. Then they look ahead to the upcoming 2023 US Open in Flushing Meadows NYC. Plus the Fed Ex Cup playoff on the PGA comes to its climactic end this weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. Sponsor: Start hiring NOW with a SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/CONNORS Follow us on - Twitter - @AdvConnors @JimmyConnors @Brett_Connors Instagram - @AdvConnors @Bretterz @GolddoodIsabella Facebook - Jimmy Connors official Facebook page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
