Martina Hingis

Patrick McEnroe welcomes 25-time major champion, youngest ever world No. 1 and Hall of Famer Martina Hingis to her TennisWorthy Podcast debut. The duo reconnect in a fascinating chat, exploring Martina’s abilities as "chess master on a tennis court". This episode dives deep into the meteoric rise of a teenage prodigy whose ability to anticipate shots was unlike anything the tennis world had ever seen. Martina reflects on her unique journey, from hitting balls with a wooden racquet in her living room at age two, to becoming world No. 1 at age 16 and eventually, one of the all-time greats. Highlights: The "Genius" Label: Why she viewed her early success as a lack of pressure rather than a burden. Legendary Rivalries: Her experiences battling the power of the Williams sisters, the tenacity of Jennifer Capriati, and the speed of Stefanie Graf. The Evolution of the Game: How she navigated the shift from tactical "touch" tennis to the modern era of pure power (and social media). The Comebacks: What drew her back to professional tennis multiple times, and domination on the doubles court. The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame and uncovers the sport's history and mindset of champions. Listen to every episode and view transcripts at tennisfame.com/podcast.

Heading into this week's Australian Open finals, we explore the career-defining breakthroughs of three Hall of Famers at the Australian Open. Stefan Edberg recounts his 1985 triumph on grass, detailing his recovery from match point down to prove himself after a dominant junior career. Mary Pierce reflects on her 1995 victory, sharing how emotional maturity and peak fitness helped her overcome past adversity. Finally, Martina Hingis discusses her 1997 title at just 16 years old. Together, they reveal the patience, preparation, and mental fortitude required to reach the pinnacle of tennis. The TennisWorthy Podcast, presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame, uncovers the sport's history and mindset of champions. Listen to every episode and view transcripts at tennisfame.com/podcast.

In just a matter of days, Martina Hingis will celebrate the 30th anniversary of her Australian Open debut, where in 1995 she played her first Grand Slam tournament and won her first match at just 14 years of age. Two years later, she won the title, the first of three in a row and an incredible six consecutive AO finals. She loved the conditions so much she installed several Rebound Ace courts at her home and training bases, and fondly recalls her memories of her time and milestones in Melbourne. She set several records with her performances, some of which are being recalled now thanks to the achievements of the current generation. Hingis, still an avid follower of tennis, is well aware of this and loves watching many of today's stars — continuing a relationship with a sport which has shaped her life and brought immense joy. iHeart Spotify Apple Podcasts PodLink Host handles: @Viv_Christie @MattyAT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martina Hingis joins the WTA Insider Podcast one last time as an active player, after announcing the BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global would be her final tournament. Hingis reflects on her storied 23-year-career, which began as a 14-year-old at the Zurich Open and ended on top, as she capped off a nine-title final season by finishing the year atop the doubles rankings with her partner Latisha Chan. Subscribe to the WTA Insider Podcast on iTunes or any podcast app of your choice to ensure you never miss an episode when they go live.