Episode #29 Season 25: Shaun Boyce & Justin Yeo

Guests: Justin Yeo

Host: Shaun Boyce

Runtime: ~10 minutes

Episode Theme: Predictions, surprises, and sharp takes from the halfway point of the 2025 Miami Open.

🎯 What This Episode Is Really About

We’re halfway through the Miami Open — and the tournament is heating up. Shaun and Justin break down who’s thriving, who’s already packing their bags, and which matchups are shaping up to define the back half of the draw.

It’s not just the big names (though there’s plenty of Djokovic and Sabalenka talk). This episode highlights the rising players, under-the-radar stories, and why ATP 1000 events like Miami are starting to feel like mini–Grand Slams.

From bold predictions to unexpected toddler picks (yes, seriously), it’s a fast, opinionated, and unfiltered check-in from the middle of the madness.

📌 Key Players, Storylines, and Takes We Cover

Djokovic, Zverev, and the Men’s Draw So Far

Justin’s pre-tourney prediction: Djokovic vs. Zverev final
Why Djokovic looks dialed in — and who might have a shot
Menzik, the 19-year-old Czech turning heads
Aussies on the rise: De Minaur and Walton making noise

The Philz Prediction (Yes, the Toddler Was Right)

Justin’s two-year-old called Philz going deep — and he’s in the Round of 16
Joke or genius? Either way, Philz is making moves

Women’s Draw Drama: Can Anyone Stop Sabalenka?

Pegula’s steady run — but Raducanu stands in her way
Sabalenka’s bounce-back mindset after Indian Wells
Gauff’s absolute rout of Kenin: 6–0, 6–0
Iga Sviatek’s path and potential matchup dynamics
How emotional momentum plays into this part of the tournament

The Bigger Picture: Why Miami Feels Bigger Than Ever

ATP 1000s growing in energy, attendance, and impact
James Blake’s leadership and the evolution of the event
The prize money conversation — and why Federer helped push it
What more players in the draw means for fan excitement and sport growth

👂 Who Should Listen?

Fans tracking the Miami Open and want a straight-shooting update
Coaches or players looking to follow rising names like Menzik or Walton
Rec players who appreciate tournament insight that’s fast and real
Anyone interested in how tennis events are evolving beyond just the Grand Slams

🎧 Why This Conversation Matters

Tennis is changing — not just on the court, but around it. Bigger draws, deeper fields, and more storylines mean fans need smarter, faster ways to stay in the loop. Shaun and Justin deliver exactly that, with insight that cuts through the noise.

Whether you're rooting for the favorites or watching for the breakout stars, this 10-minute check-in sets the stage for the rest of the Miami Open.

👉 Listen now and stay tuned for the full post-tournament recap next week.

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Shaun Boyce USPTA: [email protected]

https://tennisforchildren.com/

Justin Yeo: https://www.instagram.com/yeocoach/

Bobby Schindler USPTA: [email protected]

https://windermerecommunity.net/

Geovanna Boyce: [email protected]

https://regeovinate.com/

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