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• 82: 2025 Wimbledon: Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal Preview | Something Major | EP 82

  Sam and John reunite for a lively Wimbledon semifinals preview, dissecting Novak’s grit, Sinner’s form, and whether Fritz can shock Alcaraz. They recap Jack Sock and Bill Ackman’s buzzworthy Newport doubles cameo, toast Fabio Fognini’s surprise retirement, and swap semifinal picks in a split call on Sabalenka vs. Anisimova. The guys reflect on their own Wimbledon semifinal runs (and heartbreaks), the fate of fifth-set tiebreaks, and why some doubles veterans look suspiciously close to the legends circuit. Plus, Sam dishes on playing the Legends event with James Blake—and why Bruno Soares is still too good. All eyes now turn to championship weekend. 00:00 Introduction and Semifinals Overview 02:14 Fabio Fognini's Retirement Announcement 03:59 Men's Semifinals Breakdown: Sinner vs. Shelton 06:40 Ben Shelton's Performance and Future Prospects 08:39 Novak Djokovic's Path to the Semifinals 11:45 Taylor Fritz's Journey to the Semifinals 17:32 Reflecting on Memorable Matches 18:18 Impact of Rule Changes in Tennis 19:55 Women's Draw Analysis 21:48 Semifinal Predictions and Analysis 29:54 Legends Match and Personal Anecdotes 31:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Guests

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• 81: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 4 Recap & Quarterfinal Preview | Something Major | EP 81

  Sam and Steve return with a round of 16 Wimbledon recap, sharing laughs and tennis insights. Sam brushes elbows with Federer but gets starstruck, while Jack Sock calls in from Newport to reveal his upcoming doubles comeback with hedge fund mogul Bill Ackman—against Bernard Tomic, no less. The guys analyze Dimitrov’s heartbreak, Shelton’s run, and Djokovic’s tight win, plus dive into women’s draw chaos, Andreeva’s rising star, and wild line-calling drama. Special guest Pedro Martinez joins to discuss his surprise Wimbledon run, grass-court game, and the vibe inside the unseeded locker room. Predictions fly as the quarterfinals loom. 00:00 Introduction and Round of 16 Recap 01:58 Upcoming Legends Match: James Blake and Jeremy Chardy 04:34 Jack's Return to Tennis at Newport 09:36 Wimbledon Round of 16 Highlights 16:44 Rublev vs. Alcaraz: A Match Recap 17:57 Cam Norrie’s Epic Battle Against Nicolas Jarry 18:48 Women's Draw Analysis: Round of 16 24:13 Quarterfinal Predictions: Men's and Women's Draw 30:32 Interview with Pedro Martinez 35:52 Bracket Challenge Update and Closing Remarks

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• 80: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | Something Major | EP 80

  Sam and Stevie J hold down a two-man pod for Wimbledon’s Round 3 recap, mixing tennis insights with hilarious behind-the-scenes tales. Sam battles desk nerves and a stubborn stomach ache while interviewing stars like Sinner and Alcaraz, and Stevie recalls his Davis Cup hotdog-eating victory at Andy Roddick’s house. The duo breaks down Sinner’s dominance, Alcaraz’s brief lapses, Novak’s ominous form, and chaos in the women’s draw. Off-court chatter includes Tsitsipas drama, legends events, and the mysteries of Wimbledon’s Final Eight Club. It’s classic Something Major: tennis talk, personal stories, and plenty of laughs. 00:00 Introduction and Wimbledon Round 3 Recap 01:44 Funny Moments and Behind the Scenes 06:34 Match Highlights and Player Performances 08:33 Men's Tennis Analysis 13:58 Women's Tennis Analysis 15:26 Analyzing Iga’s Performance and Predictions 16:33 Emma Navarro's Journey and Grass Court Challenges 17:47 Women's Side Predictions and Surprises 21:31 Goran's Controversial Comments on Tsitsipas 25:24 Legends Match and Final Thoughts

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• 79: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 79

  Sam returns to the pod alongside John Isner and Steve Johnson for a packed episode of tennis banter and off-court gossip. The guys dissect Sinner’s dominant form, Alcaraz’s gritty start, and Djokovic’s ominous momentum. Off-court, they dive into the Tsitsipas-Badosa breakup drama and share laughs about blackout curtains, British breakfasts, and overheated London flats. From upsets like Draper’s fall to Cilic's resurgence, and American hopes with Fritz and Navarro, it’s a comprehensive Wimbledon update mixed with trademark humor and behind-the-scenes insight from the SW19 grounds. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup 00:36 Tennis Gossip: Tsitsipas/Badosa Breakup 02:20 Commentary on Recent Matches 07:14 Surprising Wins and Losses 09:04 Discussion on Player Performances 12:36 Unexpected Outcomes and Predictions 17:27 American Players' Performance 18:26 Women's Tournament Highlights 22:25 Predictions and Analysis 25:37 Bracket Standings and Updates 27:39 On-Site Experiences and Final Thoughts

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• 79: 2025 Wimbledon: Round 2 Recap & Round 3 Preview | Something Major | EP 79

  In this lively Wimbledon Round 2 recap, Sam returns to the pod alongside John Isner and Steve Johnson for a packed episode of tennis banter and off-court gossip. The guys dissect Sinner’s dominant form, Alcaraz’s gritty start, and Djokovic’s ominous momentum. Off-court, they dive into the Tsitsipas-Badosa breakup drama and share laughs about blackout curtains, British breakfasts, and overheated London flats. From upsets like Draper’s fall to Cilic's resurgence, and American hopes with Fritz and Navarro, it’s a comprehensive Wimbledon update mixed with trademark humor and behind-the-scenes insight from the SW19 grounds. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup 00:36 Tennis Gossip: Tsitsipas/Badosa Breakup 02:20 Commentary on Recent Matches 07:14 Surprising Wins and Losses 09:04 Discussion on Player Performances 12:36 Unexpected Outcomes and Predictions 17:27 American Players' Performance 18:26 Women's Tournament Highlights 22:25 Predictions and Analysis 25:37 Bracket Standings and Updates 27:39 On-Site Experiences and Final Thoughts

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