What You Talkin' About, Willis? is your all-access pass to the pro tennis circuit. Join top ATP pro Marcus Willis and his mate Dave as they pull back the curtain on life on the tour—from the heights of Grand Slams to the gritty reality of the Challenger circuit. Featuring candid chats with world-class guests and unfiltered takes on the game, this isn't just another sports pod; it’s the conversation you’d hear in the locker room. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a weekend warrior, Marcus and Dave serve up the sports world like no one else.
In this special "This Is Your Life" style episode, ATP 60 Marcus Willis and Dave sit down with tennis coach Ollie Clark for an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation. Ollie walks us through his journey into tennis, how his path crossed with Marcus, and what life looks like on and off the court. But behind the outgoing personality, the thriving coaching career and a loving young family Ollie was harbouring a dark struggle with his mental health. Ollie opens up about the secret battle he was fighting behind closed doors, proving that you never truly know what someone is carrying—no matter how bright they seem on the outside. Tennis helped Ollie through the tough times and hitting a fuzzy yellow ball is actually worth much more than winning or losing a set. This episode discusses sensitive topics related to mental health that some listeners may find disturbing. If you or someone you know is struggling, please don't carry it alone. Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, a mental health charity or contact the Samaritans Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Sinner and Noskova are crowned the Wimbledon champions 2026. ATP player Marcus Willis gives a full and frank review of the best of the worlds greatest grandslam. As the top players now relax on their yachts Marcus has hot footed over to Umag in Croatia to play a Challenger comp. Dave and Willis look at the life of a touring pro, how the hard yards have to be done outside of the glitz and glamour of major competitions and how playing all year is what they do....without the millions of quid. The boys are also joined by Marcus' coach Adam for another thrilling game of 'Schwank or Wank'. The game is deciding on whether someone is true or false, feel free to play along at home... Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
ATP 64 Marcus Willis has finished his Wimbledon 2026 but the tournament and the talking points keep on coming. In this episode Willis and his mate Dave look at the bigger talking points after the first week of action. Marcus gives the inside track on what Serena Williams is like around the players area, how he saw huge potential in a young Arthur Fery and isn't suprised by his run. He also looks at whether the womens side is exciting or dull when the bigger seeds go early such as Sabalenka, Świątek and Rybakina. It wouldn't be a 'what you talking about willis ' podcast without some absurdity and in todays 'getting to know you' Marcus is challenged with a series of 'would you rather' questions...would he rather have constantly wet jeans or knees that squeak like a dog toy? Email your questions to wytawpod@gmail.com Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Wimbledon is in full flight and today Marcus Willis plays in the Mens Doubles and Mixed Doubles. In this podcast Willis reviews his first round win, looks at his next opponents and talks mixed doubles with Heather Watson. Peaking behind the curtain and getting you VIP access to the real life of a pro tennis player Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Every podcast has that episode. This is ours. This week it's all about the man on the other side of the mic. Marcus Willis — Wimbledon legend, doubles specialist, and largely successful avoider of serious questions — finally sits down for the interview he's been dodging since episode one. Think Frost/Nixon. Think hard questions, long pauses, and answers you genuinely weren't expecting. Oh and there's a full preview of the first round doubles at the worlds greatest Grand Slam. Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Wimbledon is here. And this year it's personal. Marcus Willis ATP 65 and his mate Dave break down the most storyline-loaded fortnight in tennis — from the comeback nobody saw coming to the farewell that deserved better. Serena Williams is back at SW19 for the 22nd time, armed with a wildcard and a point to prove — or as she put it, absolutely nothing to prove. "I don't need to win. I've won more than most people have in their whole lives." Then there's Dan Evans. Evo played his final singles match as a professional in the sweltering heat of Roehampton qualifying — and lost 7-5, 6-0. No wildcard. No fairytale send-off. Just one of British tennis's great characters going out quietly, with his head high. Andy Murray? He swapped rackets for a clipboard. The two-time champion is now part of Jack Draper's coaching squad as British No. 1 takes on sixth seed Taylor Fritz in a mouth-watering first-round clash. Meanwhile Emma Raducanu could face world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka as early as the third round. No pressure. Plus the full Brit rundown — Boulter, Norrie, Fearnley, Fery, Klugman, Swan, the qualifiers who made it through, and every name flying the flag this fortnight. This is your essential Wimbledon briefing Clink the Pimms and get in the know.... Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Wimbledon is days away and ATP pro Marcus Willis is ready. After strong results at Queen's and Eastbourne, Marcus sits down with his mate Dave to break down his grass court prep, how his new/old doubles partnership is taking shape, and what life genuinely looks like when you're living out of a suitcase on the Tennis Tour. Plus — the boys have a new game. Dave reads out a completely made-up player name and Marcus has to build their entire back story on the spot. It goes exactly as well as you'd expect. Todays show is sponsored by your local tennis club. Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Welcome back to What You Talking About Willis? with ATP 65 Marcus Willis (yes he's at 65) and his mate Dave! In this episode, the boys are pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to win on tour when everything feels against you. Marcus and his new-old partner David Stevenson just lifted the trophy at Ilkley, but it was a mental and physical battleground. Willbomb gets brutally honest about his Achilles injury and the negative mindset that could have derailed everything. Plus, the grass-court season is in full swing. The boys preview the massive week ahead at the Queen's Club, but the million-dollar question hangs in the air: Will Marcus make it to Wimbledon? Hit that Subscribe button on YouTube (and ring the bell!) or follow us whatever podcast platform you're on so you never miss an episode Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Marcus Willis is back on the grass! Farewell brick dust and sliding it's time for bunting, punting, volleying and the smell of freshly cut lawns! ATP 68 Marcus Willis joins his mate Dave here to look ahead to the grasscourt season delving into the plans, partnerships and preparations ahead of Wimbledon 2026! This podcast is a peak behind the curtain of professional tennis life. Tell all your mates! Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
ATP 67 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave delve into Roland Garros, Serena William, pressure on Zverev and stress test Custard. Yep! This podcast looks back at Marcus 3rd round exit in his maiden French Open and the boys talk about the experience as well as the learnings. Can you believe that 5 years ago Marcus could've ended up in a boring office job rather than playing Grandslams? The lads also look at what Serena Williams is doing coming back to the court aged 44. Marcus looks at his own retirement and answers the question of whether he'll still be doing it in his mid 40's. Plus with Sinner out of Roland Garros is there MORE pressure on Zverev than ever before? In the final part of the pod, Willis and Dave stress test custard by choosing different foods to dip into the worlds finest liquid. Only on 'what you talking about willis' can you get insider tennis talk alongside custard with smoked salmon Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
ATP 74 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave talk about the real life of a travelling tennis professional. At the age of 35 Marcus has just made his French Open debut and he’s only gone and won meaning he’s into round 2. In this podcast we look at how Willis stayed focus, how he dealth with the nerves and what the nearly 3 hour match took out of him. Lifting the lid and peaking behind the curtain of pro tennis! Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
New opponents, a new apartment, and four days late. Welcome to the REAL world of Grand Slam tennis. Marcus Willis (ATP 74) is about to make his French Open debut at the age of 35, but the road to Roland Garros has been anything but smooth. Originally preparing for Etcheverry and Ugo Carabelli, the draw has thrown complete chaos his way. With singles players pulling out of the doubles draw at an unprecedented rate, Marcus pulls back the curtain on a side of professional tennis fans rarely see. From constantly refreshing the French Open app just to find out when he plays, to the massive identity crisis currently facing Grand Slam doubles tennis, Marcus speaks candidly about the lack of communication, the graft, and the resilience required to survive outside of the sport's "top table." Here’s a peak behind the curtain of professional tennis life. Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
In this episode, current ATP No. 74 Marcus Willis sits down with his mate Dave to give you the ultimate, unfiltered insider perspective on the world's most famous clay-court Grand Slam. Inside this episode: · Settling into Parisian Life: How Marcus is adapting to the local culture, food and the rhythms of Roland Garros The Pro Tour Curtain Twitch: A raw look at what really goes on behind the scenes in the player lounges, locker rooms, and practice courts when the cameras aren't rolling First-Round Tactical Preview: The boys break down a massive opening-round matchup against singles specialists Etcheverry and Ugo Caraballi but preparations could be out of the window –Willis tells you why Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
ATP 74 Marcus Willis and his mate Dave pull back the curtain on what it actually looks like to prepare for a Tennis Grand Slam. Spoiler alert: It’s not all private jets and luxury lounges. Shifting plans, sorting logistics and figuring out the finances of the pro tour. The boys dive deep into the pre-tournament excitement, how Marcus is planning on settling into Paris, and the reality of life as a touring tennis player. Plus, on "Federer’s Forehand." it's a French special with the most tense question of all time! Lifting the lid on the real tennis world, this is an honest, hilarious, and inspiring look at a dream coming true at 35. Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
In an incredible turn of events, Marcus Willis shares some life-changing news: at 35 years old, he is set to make his maiden appearance at the French Open . Marcus sits down with his mate Dave for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it finally means to grace the clay of Roland Garros . From the grueling sacrifices of life on the ATP tour to the overwhelming reality of this 2026 debut, the emotion is palpable — leading to a few heavy silences and more than a little choking up. It’s a story of persistence, deep breaths and the long-awaited payoff of a journey that almost didn't happen. A more in depth pod is coming out soon but in the meantime here's Voici un échange à cœur ouvert avec Marcus sur sa participation à Roland-Garros. Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Marcus gives an honest, behind-the-scenes look at his recent performance in the ATP 175 , sharing the highs, the lows, and the technical adjustments needed when the surface gets slow. Plus, are you sitting comfortably? Willbomb explains how the french league started as a bit of cash and has ended up as a lifetime committment. Expect the usual banter, unfiltered locker-room insights, and a raw look at the pro tennis circuit that you won't find on the highlight reels. In this episode: The Road to Roland Garros: Which Brits are looking sharp for the French Open qualifiers? ATP 175 Debrief: Marcus breaks down his recent run and the lessons learned. The French League: Why playing club tennis in France is a game-changer for pro players. Phone poker: Do 21 Daves beat two Barry Fulchers? Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
In our last episode we spoke about a tennis player called Ray Feltch who famously didn't beat Jimmy Connors in 1979 but only because Feltch is made up. Since Ray was invented he's now got a wikipedia page and considerable coverage on the 'What You Talking Willis' instagram channel. Here's an excerpt from his unauthorised biography Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
Marcus and Dave talk clay-court partner swaps, Venus Williams’ record-breaking losing streak, and the big one problem at Roland Garros now that Alcaraz is out. Plus, the debut of our new game: Schwank or Wank. Can Marcus tell the difference between a Top 500 pro and a name Dave made up in the pub? Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
"When in Rome" as Ron Burgondy would say. We’re going to the eternal city this week as Marcus updates us on his latest campaign at the ATP 75 in Rome . Between the red clay and the espresso, Marcus and Dave navigate the highs and lows of the tour, though things get a bit messy when the boys realise that Eduardo scWANK was a previous winner. Why doesn't tennis have football-style chants ? Dave and Willis trial some terrace classics for the court .Plus, we take a deep dive into the meteoric rise of Rafael Jódar . Is he the heir to the Spanish throne? Gladiator Ready: Marcus on the grit and grind of the Rome ATP 75. The Lyrical Genius: A breakdown of tennis chants (warning: may contain excessive banter). Scouting Report: Why everyone is talking about Rafael Jódar. Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
In this week’s episode of What You Talking About Willis , Marcus and Dave dive straight into the big news shaking British tennis: Jamie Murray’s retirement . The lads reflect on Jamie's incredible legacy and what's he really like off court. Marcus also gives us a candid update on his recent turnaround in form . After a gritty few weeks, the momentum is finally shifting—but with success comes change. Willis reveals why he’s teaming up with yet another new doubles partner and what the strategy is heading into the next swing of the tour. The Pro View: An insider’s take on Jamie Murray’s career impact. Tour Life: The reality of the "doubles merry-go-round" and finding the right chemistry. Match Analysis: How Marcus found his rhythm again on court. Plus its a Federer Forehand special of office work, is there anything in an office that's better than Roger Federers forehand? Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE Please like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.
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