Podcast Summary: "Draper’s New Coach, Shanghai Heat, Six Kings Slam, & more | 5 Setter"

Podcast: Served with Andy Roddick
Episode Date: October 10, 2025
Host: Tykee Sean (filling in), with mentions of Andy Roddick
Format: Fast-paced, weekly roundup of tennis and racket sports in 10 minutes

Overview

This episode of the “Served” Five Setter delivers a brisk roundup of the hottest stories in tennis and racket sports. In Andy Roddick's absence, Tykee Sean steps in as host, covering news from the ITIA on player support, grueling conditions at Shanghai, big moves on the British tennis coaching front, a star-studded exhibition in Riyadh, and Hollywood’s latest table tennis craze. Expect highlights, expert takes, and a dash of humor.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. ITIA’s New Player Support Programs

[01:04 – 02:14]

• The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) launches new programs to help players accused of doping or match fixing.
  • Financial assistance for players testing products at WADA labs for contamination.
  • Free legal help for those testing positive.
  • Up to six sessions of confidential mental health support for affected players.
• Notable Quote:
  “Anyone who finds themselves part of either an anti-doping or anti-corruption investigation deserves the opportunity to defend or explain themselves. And we recognize the process can come at both a financial and emotional cost.”
  — ITIA CEO Karen Morehouse [01:27]

2. Shanghai Masters: Brutal Heat & ATP “Heat Rule”

[02:15 – 03:01]

• Extreme weather in Shanghai leads to multiple player withdrawals, including Jannik Sinner.
• Holger Rune is among players vocal about the challenging conditions.
• ATP considers a formal “heat rule” as currently, Grand Slam and WTA events have heat policies but ATP leaves it to individual tournament supervisors.
• Notable Quote:
  “This remains under active review and additional measures, including the implementation of an official heat policy are currently being evaluated in consultation with players, tournaments and medical experts.”
  — ATP Tour statement [02:46]

3. Jack Draper Hires Jamie Delgado

[03:02 – 03:44]

• British World No. 8 Jack Draper taps Jamie Delgado, Andy Murray’s ex-coach, for a comeback.
• Delgado’s coaching credentials include helping Murray to a Wimbledon title and year-end World No. 1 in 2016.
• Draper to return at a London exhibition in December after a Wimbledon-ending arm injury.
• Draper will not participate in the upcoming Six Kings Slam.

4. Six Kings Slam Returns in Riyadh

[03:45 – 04:19]

• Stefanos Tsitsipas replaces Draper in a packed line-up: Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, and Taylor Fritz.
• Event features a massive $6 million prize, with matches to be streamed live on Netflix.
• Enhanced viewing experience promised with augmented reality graphics.
• Dates: Quarterfinals start Wednesday, October 15; Final on Saturday, October 18.

5. Timothée Chalamet: From Dune to Ping Pong

[04:20 – 05:39]

• Chalamet stars in “Marty Supreme,” a new film chronicling his character’s quest to become a table tennis champion.
• The actor spent years in secret training, practicing ping pong during shoots for “Wonka” and “Dune 2.”
• Memorable Quote:
  “I know it's hard to believe, but I'm telling you, this game, it fills stadiums overseas and it's only a matter of time before I'm staring at you from the cover of a Wheaties box.”
  — Timothée Chalamet (in character) [04:37]
• Chalamet assures fans his skills are real:
  “If anyone thinks this is Cap, as the kids say, if anyone thinks this is made up, this is all documented and it will be put out.”
  — Timothée Chalamet [05:07]
• “Marty Supreme,” co-starring Gwyneth Paltrow, releases Christmas Day.

Memorable Moments & Quotes

• On Confidential Support:
  “Players who fail a drug test are now eligible for financial assistance... and can also receive free legal help.” — Tykee Sean [01:44]
• On Heat Policy Discussion:
  “It’s up to individual tournament supervisors to make their own decisions when it comes to excessive heat during matches…” — Tykee Sean [02:53]
• On Coaching Changes:
  “Now Delgado’s next task is getting Jack Draper healthy and back on track after a breakout season was cut short…” — Tykee Sean [03:23]
• On Six Kings Slam Hype:
  “Netflix says fans will witness a cutting edge viewing experience, augmented reality graphics and more…” — Tykee Sean [04:05]
• On Table Tennis Fandom:
  “Are you gonna go watch it? I know I am.” — Tykee Sean [05:39]

Important Timestamps

• Introduction & ITIA Announcements | 00:56 – 02:14
• Shanghai Heat & ATP Heat Rule | 02:15 – 03:01
• Draper’s Coaching Change | 03:02 – 03:44
• Six Kings Slam Preview | 03:45 – 04:19
• Timothée Chalamet’s Ping Pong Movie | 04:20 – 05:39

Bonus Content & Programming Notes

• Trivia:
  “What movie is the highest grossing tennis movie of all time?”
  (Answer and extra stories in the Five Setter newsletter.) [05:41]
• Next Week:
  Andy Roddick interviews Rick Draney about wheelchair tennis.
  “The interview is incredible. I think you'll learn a ton just like I did.” — Tykee Sean [06:02]

Tone & Style

The episode stays witty, brisk, and conversational, with the host engaging the audience, teasing trivia, and stoking excitement for both on-court action and off-court pop culture.

For fans and followers: This episode delivers a sharp, comprehensive recap useful for anyone tracking top tennis news, with playful asides and a couple of irresistible pop references. If you’re into the sport’s changing landscape or want a taste of tennis in the wider world, this one’s unmissable.