Rajeev Ram: US Open Mixed, Mardy Fish Beef, Prestige vs Aero & Dubs Tactics Lesson

🎾 In this episode of the Changeover Podcast, hosts Justin and Jody sit down with 4-time Grand Slam doubles champion Rajeev Ram for a deep dive into the world of professional tennis.

From the art of doubles strategy to the evolution of the game over the decades, Rajeev shares unique insights from life on the ATP Tour. He opens up about the importance of teamwork and adaptability, plus his experiences serving on the ATP Player Council.

Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious player, this conversation is packed with expert analysis, personal stories, and behind-the-scenes perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else.

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Intro audio by DJ Quest

00:00 Intro
01:45 is age just a number?
03:11 easier to keep the body or mind going at 41?
04:52 Rajeev’s scheduling changes over the years
06:57 doubles guys vs singles guys
08:35 view on Opelka vs Bopana dubs argument
10:25 US Open mixed dubs event
16:18 Pegula-Draper funny exhibition exchange
17:10 Mardy Fish Beef
20:32 Jody vs Chidekh dubs strategy argument
25:55 Jody asks Rajeev dubs serving tactics questions
33:52 Jody ask dubs returning tactics questions
36:02 unique switching with partner on return
43:32 teamwork overlooked in pro dubs?
47:16 how much time do you spend with partner off court
48:17 Baby Fed, Baby Sampras & emulation
51:20 switching from Prestige to Aero Pro
53:13 tennis transitions from 90-2000s-2010s-now
57:51 ATP Player Council experience and PTPA
1:01:43 Trivia Rajeev vs Jody
1:04:25 Shoutout Nishesh Basavareddy
1:05:04 who Rajeev wants on the podcast