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Leif Shiras joins the show to recap the Cincinnati Open, where Coco Gauff and Arthur Fils claimed the trophies with some sizzling tennis. Shiras explains what propelled Gauff back to the winner's circle, how finalist Jessica Pegula can rebound at Flushing Meadows, and whether Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka or another set of contenders will find that magic at the US Open. The Tennis Channel broadcaster analyzes Fils' improved game, looks at Frances Tiafoe's strengths and weaknesses, and goes in depth on how American Brandon Nakashima has had a dream summer in 2026.
Shiras also looks ahead to next week's US Open, which will feature Carlos Alcaraz, but not World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. The commentator reacts to Alcaraz's decision to return from a four-month wrist injury at a major, and shares his thoughts on Sinner's difficult decision to miss the action in New York with a knee injury. And Shiras dives into Novak Djokovic's chances, Stan Wawrinka not receiving a Wild Card, and Roger Federer's upcoming Hall of Fame induction on this episode. Hosted by Mitch Michals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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"Gauff and Fils Fly High In Cincinnati, Sinner Misses The US Open + Alcaraz's Triumphant Return With Leif Shiras" is an episode of The Inside-In Tennis Podcast. Runtime 41 min. Published August 25, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.