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Break Point

By Val Febbo

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they chat about the wide world of tennis every week. On this podcast, you will hear the best tennis news, most recent results, rankings and upcoming tournaments, as well as everything in between. So sit back, relax and tune in to one of the best tennis podcasts that you'll hear.
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Break Point 178 - 2022 review

Break PointDec 14, 2022

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Break Point 189 - 2024 Australian Open reaches its pointy end

Break Point 189 - 2024 Australian Open reaches its pointy end

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review an amazing week and a half at Melbourne Park and set up what promises to be a scintillating finish.

Jan 24, 202445:13
Break Point 188 - Wimbledon preview

Break Point 188 - Wimbledon preview

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss the opening to a rain plagued Wimbledon. All the latest from SW19, Benoit of the Week and more!

Jul 05, 202349:01
Break Point 187 - Roland Garros mid tournament discussion

Break Point 187 - Roland Garros mid tournament discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review the opening week of the French Open including some doubles drama, as well as their all important previews and the Benoit of the Week.

Jun 05, 202341:09
Break Point 186 - Roland Garros 2023 preview

Break Point 186 - Roland Garros 2023 preview

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they give their all important preview of Roland Garros 2023!

May 29, 202351:40
Break Point 185 - Who are the favourites for Roland Garros

Break Point 185 - Who are the favourites for Roland Garros

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through who the favourites for Roland Garros are at the moment, as well as a review of the Madrid Open so far!

May 03, 202338:02
Break Point 184 - Alcaraz and Rybakina take Indian Wells crown

Break Point 184 - Alcaraz and Rybakina take Indian Wells crown

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review a remarkable Indian Wells tournament where Carlos Alcaraz and Elena Rybakina stood tall. Rafa is out of the top 10, and On have sponsored two big names. All that, Benoit of the Week and more!

Mar 23, 202334:26
Break Point 183 - Indian Wells week one recap

Break Point 183 - Indian Wells week one recap

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review an action packed week at Indian Wells with insights into who they think might lift the coveted fifth major in the Coachella Valley.

Mar 13, 202337:21
Break Point 182 - Guest Mark Petchey, Break Point review and Carlitos' return

Break Point 182 - Guest Mark Petchey, Break Point review and Carlitos' return

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through the world of tennis after a huge week on tour. Globally renowned tennis commentator Mark Petchey joins the show to chat about the season so far and gives his insight into the best match he has called. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on Break Point.
Feb 14, 202348:27
Break Point 181 - Guest Shane Liyanage & 2023 Aus Open recap

Break Point 181 - Guest Shane Liyanage & 2023 Aus Open recap

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they recap a marvellous 2023 Australian Open as Arina Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic and Team Kinky closed out their titles among many more. The pair also chat to leading data analyst Shane Liyanage about his work with Sabalenka and how the event played out. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on this week's show.

Jan 30, 202358:52
Break Point 180 - Guest Mike Cation and Aus Open first week review

Break Point 180 - Guest Mike Cation and Aus Open first week review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review a massive opening week of the Australian Open with some unbelievable results coming from Melbourne Park. Val also catches up with American tennis broadcaster and journalist Mike Cation about the influx of talent coming from the USA.

Jan 22, 202301:06:52
Break Point 179 - Guest Jaimee Fourlis & Aus Open draw review

Break Point 179 - Guest Jaimee Fourlis & Aus Open draw review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review the draws for the 2022 Australian Open and give some early predictions. Australian Jaimee Fourlis joins the guys for a chat ahead of her first women's singles appearance at the AO since 2018!

Jan 12, 202358:41
Break Point 178 - 2022 review

Break Point 178 - 2022 review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review the year on the ATP and WTA. They award player of the year, give their predictions and the all important Benoit of the Year.

Dec 14, 202201:03:52
Break Point 177 - Richard Naughton, Bastien Fachan and Davis Cup review

Break Point 177 - Richard Naughton, Bastien Fachan and Davis Cup review

Listen as Val Febbo and Joel Fruci take a book worm theme into this week's show, chatting to Richard Naughton about his book 'Gentleman Jack: The Jack Crawford Story' and Bastien Fachan about his book about the story of The Big 3. The pair also review the Davis Cup and its pitfalls and give a special Benoit of the Week.

Dec 05, 202255:03
Break Point 176 - WTA Finals, Felix rising and ATP Paris

Break Point 176 - WTA Finals, Felix rising and ATP Paris

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they guide you through the tennis news. On the agenda is the WTA Finals, Felix Auger-Aliassime's rise and the Paris Masters, as well as the United Cup, Roger Federer and the Benoit of the Week.

Nov 02, 202240:51
Break Point 175 - The rise of Alcaraz

Break Point 175 - The rise of Alcaraz

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review an action packed US Open and the rise of Carlos Alcaraz.

Sep 15, 202247:11
Break Point 174 - Wimbledon week 1 wrap and Kyrgios discussion

Break Point 174 - Wimbledon week 1 wrap and Kyrgios discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they wrap up a huge opening week of Wimbledon with Nick Kyrgios at the forefront, while there are positive narratives aplenty across the All England Club.

Jul 06, 202240:17
Break Point 173 - Wimbledon preview

Break Point 173 - Wimbledon preview

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they guide you through the opening days of Wimbledon, give their predictions and touch on the news of the event.

Jun 30, 202238:09
Break Point 172 - Matt Levey from One Padel - Alcaraz wins Madrid - Wimbledon sanctions

Break Point 172 - Matt Levey from One Padel - Alcaraz wins Madrid - Wimbledon sanctions

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they guide you through another astounding week from Carlos Alcaraz, as well as a discussion about the ATP's stance on the Wimbledon sanctions. Val also sits down with Matt Levey from One Padel in Melbourne to discuss how Padel Tennis has taken off in Australia and how it is working in unison with tennis to grow both sports together. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on Break Point

May 12, 202247:17
Break Point 171 - Carlos Alcaraz discussion and Monte Carlo preview

Break Point 171 - Carlos Alcaraz discussion and Monte Carlo preview

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss the rise of Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek's form and preview the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo. All that, the Benoit of the Week and more.

Apr 13, 202241:36
Break Point 170 - Ash Barty retires

Break Point 170 - Ash Barty retires

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss Ash Barty's glittering career and the shock retirement news that rocked the tennis world this week. The team also review Indian Wells and discuss all the news out of the Miami Open, as well as awarding their Benoit of the Week.

Mar 25, 202239:17
Break Point 169 - guest Courtney Walsh, Zverev, Djokovic and Indian Wells discussion

Break Point 169 - guest Courtney Walsh, Zverev, Djokovic and Indian Wells discussion

Join Val Febbo and guest host Courtney Walsh to discuss the pre-Indian Wells controversies surrounding Alexander Zverev and Novak Djokovic, as well as some sensation tennis occurring in the Californian desert.

Mar 16, 202230:38
Break Point 168 - guest Holger Rune & Novak Djokovic BBC interview fallout

Break Point 168 - guest Holger Rune & Novak Djokovic BBC interview fallout

Tune in as Val Febbo and Joel Fruci take you through another tantalising week of tennis. Joining the show is young Danish superstar and world no.90 Holger Rune to chat about his meteoric rise in 2021 and his 2022 so far. The team also review the Novak Djokovic BBC interview fallout and award the all important Benoit of the Week. Tune in to all that and more on Break Point Podcast!

Feb 19, 202249:03
Break point 167 - Guest Rob Koenig & tribute to Juan Martin del Potro

Break point 167 - Guest Rob Koenig & tribute to Juan Martin del Potro

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they pay tribute to the one and only Juan Martin del Potro after his retirement. Joining the team to chat about him is tennis commentator Rob Koenig, who recounts some of his favourite Delpo memories. All that, Benoit of the Week and much more on Break Point Podcast

Feb 10, 202236:46
Break Point 166 - 2022 Aus Open review

Break Point 166 - 2022 Aus Open review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review everything that occurred throughout the 2022 Australian Open, including Rafa's 21st major, Ash Barty's third Grand Slam title and their thoughts on the Australian crowd. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on Break Point Podcast.

Jan 31, 202251:58
Break Point 165 - Casey Dellacqua, Val's TV debut and the Aus Open

Break Point 165 - Casey Dellacqua, Val's TV debut and the Aus Open

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through the latest from the Aus Open. Joining the team to review it is former WTA star turned brilliant commentator Casey Dellacqua. The panel also chats Val's unexpected TV debut and give a well deserved Benoit of the Week.

Jan 26, 202201:01:58
Break Point 164 - Aus Open week one and Tumaini Carayol

Break Point 164 - Aus Open week one and Tumaini Carayol

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review a huge week of tennis at the Australian Open. The boys chat with British journalist Tumaini Carayol about his thoughts on the Open and Novak Djokovic, as well as the all important predictions! All that, Benoit of the Week and more!

Jan 22, 202201:07:52
Break Point - Djokovic's visa cancelled again

Break Point - Djokovic's visa cancelled again

Join Val Febbo and Jedd Zetzer as they dissect the latest developments as Novak Djokovic's visa has been cancelled again.

Jan 14, 202215:28
Break Point 163 - Djokovic visa saga and Australian Summer

Break Point 163 - Djokovic visa saga and Australian Summer

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they, still in a shocked state, dive into the Novak Djokovic visa saga. Joining the team is The First Serve's Jedd Zetzer to give his opinions, as well as discuss the Australian Summer so far! All that, a four way Benoit of the Week and much more!

Jan 12, 202256:09
Break Point 162 - Ellen Perez, ATP Cup news and 2021 review

Break Point 162 - Ellen Perez, ATP Cup news and 2021 review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through the entire 2021 tennis season. Joining the team is WTA star Ellen Perez to chat about her season and provide an insight about what her 2022 will look like. The team also discuss the Davis Cup, Peng Shuai, the ATP Cup and the all important Benoit of the Year.

Dec 07, 202159:09
Break Point - Will unvaccinated players compete at the AO?

Break Point - Will unvaccinated players compete at the AO?

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through all the latest from this leaked WTA email detailing possible mandates for vaccinated and unvaccinated players as they congregate for the 2022 Australian Open.

Oct 25, 202127:44
Break Point 161 - Luke Saville, Indian Wells and vaccinations

Break Point 161 - Luke Saville, Indian Wells and vaccinations

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they chat about the wild results at Indian Wells, as well as the vaccination stances by some of the players on tour. Luke Saville also joins the team from Moscow for a chat about the gruelling year for Australians, as well as his season. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on Break Point Podcast.

Oct 22, 202156:49
Break Point 160 - Mike Ballardie from Slinger Bag and Australian Summer discussion

Break Point 160 - Mike Ballardie from Slinger Bag and Australian Summer discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci for an important discussion about the landscape in Melbourne as the Summer of Tennis draws near, and with protests and an earthquake going on, it's as unpredictable as ever. Joining the team is CEO of Slinger Bag, Mike Ballardie, for an in depth chat about the company and how it has taken the tennis world by storm! All that, Benoit of the Week and more.

Sep 22, 202156:57
Break Point 159 - Shane Liyanage, Steve Quick and US Open review

Break Point 159 - Shane Liyanage, Steve Quick and US Open review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review a remarkable US Open with Daniil Medvedev and Emma Raducanu triumphing. Joining the panel are leading data analyst Shane Liyanage and Steve Quick from Ace Tennis Previews. All that, Benoit of the Week and more.

Sep 15, 202157:54
Break Point 158 - Chris Clarey and US Open lowdown

Break Point 158 - Chris Clarey and US Open lowdown

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through everything happening at Flushing Meadows, as well as a chat with tennis media royalty Chris Clarey about the US Open and his new Roger Federer biography 'The Master'. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on Break Point Podcast.

Sep 07, 202101:11:30
Break Point 157 - Courtney Walsh and US Swing review

Break Point 157 - Courtney Walsh and US Swing review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they chat all things tennis, including a review of the Cincinnati and Canada Masters events. Joining the panel is tennis journalist Courtney Walsh to discuss the tennis media landscape and give his thoughts on the form players ahead of the US Open. All that, Benoit of the Week and more!

Aug 23, 202152:17
Break Point 156 - Blair Henley and Olympics review.

Break Point 156 - Blair Henley and Olympics review.

Val Febbo and Joel Fruci are back to review all the action from Ariake Tennis Park in Tokyo, as well as more Novak Djokovic controversy. Joining the show is American tennis journalist and broadcaster Blair Henley to discuss the latest from abroad and give a Covid update from the USA.

Aug 05, 202141:15
Break Point 155 - Luke Saville and Roland Garros review

Break Point 155 - Luke Saville and Roland Garros review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review everything that happened at Roland Garros in 2021, as well as a chat with Australian star Luke Saville. All that, Benoit of the week and more!!

Jun 17, 202143:24
Break Point 154 - Josh Gabelich and Roland Garros talk

Break Point 154 - Josh Gabelich and Roland Garros talk

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through everything at Roland Garros, including a chat with Australian journalist Josh Gabelich on the ground in Paris. All that, Benoit and more!!

Jun 09, 202152:03
Break Point 153 - Paul McNamee, Roland Garros and Osaka discussion

Break Point 153 - Paul McNamee, Roland Garros and Osaka discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss the latest from Paris and the opening round of Roland Garros, as well as the Naomi Osaka saga. Joining the boys is Australian legend Paul McNamee to discuss his new book 'Welcome to the Dance, Master Clay to Master Tennis'. All that, Benoit of the Week and More

Jun 02, 202159:41
Break Point 152 - Harry Manaras and Rome discussion

Break Point 152 - Harry Manaras and Rome discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through all you need to know from the world of tennis, including the latest from the European clay court swing and friend of Stefanos Tsitsipas, Harry Manaras, who outlines what the Greek star has done for the Greek community around the world. All that and more on Break Point podcast.

May 19, 202139:00
Break Point 151 - Lewis Simmons (Live Tennis App), Clay court season discussion

Break Point 151 - Lewis Simmons (Live Tennis App), Clay court season discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss the latest from the world of tennis, including Ash Barty's run of form, the Stefanos Tsitsipas narrative, Nick Kyrgios/Bernard Tomic comparison and Rafael Nadal on clay. Lewis Simmons, creator of the Live Tennis scores app, joins the boys to chat about the new update which includes streaming options, our show included!
Apr 28, 202138:43
Break Point 150 - Tomasz Lorek, Andrew Harris and Miami Open

Break Point 150 - Tomasz Lorek, Andrew Harris and Miami Open

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through everything you need to know from the world of tennis including a Miami Open wrap. Joining the panel is Polish journalist Tomasz Lorek to discuss the prosperous time for tennis in Poland, while great friend of the show and Australian superstar Andrew Harris joins the boys to chat about his 2021. Plenty to get through, Benoit of the week and more!
Apr 07, 202157:16
Break Point 149 - Neroli Meadows and Miami Open discussion

Break Point 149 - Neroli Meadows and Miami Open discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they take you through everything Miami Open, as well as who the top five current ATP and WTA players are on form right now. Joining the panel is Australian journalist and broadcaster Neroli Meadows to discuss the sport and her podcast, Ordineroli Speaking. All that, Benoit of the Week and more!!
Mar 31, 202148:50
Break Point 148 - Brett Phillips and Vasek Pospisil tirade

Break Point 148 - Brett Phillips and Vasek Pospisil tirade

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss the latest from the tennis world, including Vasek Pospisil's tirade against Andrea Gaudenzi. Brett Phillips from The First Serve joins to chat as well. All that, Benoit and more!!
Mar 25, 202146:27
Break Point 147 - Federer's return, guests Christophe Mallet and co-host Jordan Kounelis

Break Point 147 - Federer's return, guests Christophe Mallet and co-host Jordan Kounelis

Join Val Febbo and guest co-host Jordan Kounelis for an in depth review of the return of Roger Federer, as well as a discussion on Lorenzo Musetti and Garbine Muguruza. Also joining Val is SBS' very own Christophe Mallet to chat about French tennis and the sport in general. All that, Benoit and more on Break Point Podcast.
Mar 19, 202159:44
Break Point 146 - Roger Federer returns, Kvitova reigns in Doha and Novak breaks record

Break Point 146 - Roger Federer returns, Kvitova reigns in Doha and Novak breaks record

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss the latest from the world of tennis including Roger Federer's return, Novak Djokovic breaking the record for weeks at no.1, can the next gen conquer the big 3 and Petra Kvitova's reign in Doha. All that, Benoit and more on this week's show.
Mar 11, 202135:06
Break Point 145 - Lapo Becherini, fitness coach of Alexei Popyrin

Break Point 145 - Lapo Becherini, fitness coach of Alexei Popyrin

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review the month of February with Alexei Popyrin's maiden ATP title in Singapore and debate on who has the better prospect between Alexei and Alex de Minaur. The panel chat to his fitness coach Lapo Becherini from the Mouratoglou Academy to discuss his work with Popyrin and a coach. All that, Benoit of the Week and more on the show.
Mar 03, 202146:50
Break Point 144 - Aus Open review

Break Point 144 - Aus Open review

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review all of the action from the Australian Open.
Feb 21, 202131:21
Break Point 143 - Chris Bowers and Australian Open discussion

Break Point 143 - Chris Bowers and Australian Open discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they discuss all things Australian Open, including a chat with Australian Open Radio executive Editor and tennis broadcaster Chris Bowers about how he has found being on the grounds at Melbourne Park during lockdown, as well as his thoughts on the tournament. Also on the agenda are Benoit of the Week, Novak's injury and the medical timeout.
Feb 17, 202151:59
Break Point 142 - Chris O'Connell and Aus Open discussion

Break Point 142 - Chris O'Connell and Aus Open discussion

Join Val Febbo and Joel Fruci as they review the first round action at the Australian Open. Speaking of which they speak with Aussie star Chris O'Connell who's still in the event. All that, Benoit and more on this week's show.
Feb 10, 202143:46