Podcast Summary: Served with Andy Roddick

Episode: Ons Jabeur Reveals Hardest Opponents, Pregnancy Journey, & More | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters
Release Date: January 7, 2026
Hosts: Kim Clijsters (A), Blair (B)
Guest: Ons Jabeur (C)

Episode Overview

This episode marks the kick-off of the 2026 tennis season and a new era for the "Love All" podcast with Kim Clijsters and co-host Blair. The centerpiece of the episode is an intimate, wide-ranging interview with Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur. The discussion covers Ons’ pregnancy journey, her plans for returning to tennis, mental and emotional challenges as an elite player, insights into her hardest opponents, and reflections on motherhood in professional sport. Kim and Blair also discuss current tennis headlines, notable results, and finish with their segment "Favorite Follows".

Episode Structure & Key Segments

1. Introducing the New Co-Host: Blair

[00:00–01:25]

Kim welcomes Blair, expresses excitement for a female-led tennis podcast.
Blair shares her delight at joining and the story of being invited.

2. Vision for the Podcast

[01:25–02:33]

The podcast will feature current and former players, behind-the-scenes people, and aims to create a community for tennis fans.

"We want to bring information that to you and me… is kind of normal, but… can be very interesting to share with the tennis fans who are at home…" – Kim [01:54]

3. Personal Updates: Kim’s Achilles Injury

[03:48–05:33]

Kim discusses her double Achilles rupture, ongoing recovery, and the emotional toll.

"There's moments at times where I go to bed and I still kind of hear the snap… that will stay with me for a little bit…" – Kim [03:48]
Mentions camaraderie with Holger Rune, who is also rehabbing an Achilles injury.

4. Tennis Headlines with "Henley's Headlines"

[06:25–19:11]

a. Battle of the Sexes Revival

[06:27–09:49]

Discussion about the recent exhibition and controversy around its title.
Praises Iga Swiatek’s response:

"Women's tennis stands on its own right now. We have so many great athletes and great stories. We don’t necessarily need to compare to men's tennis." – Paraphrased from Iga via Blair [06:27]

b. Venus Williams’ AO Wild Card

[09:50–11:53]

Venus returns for her first singles main draw in five years at age 45+.
Kim admires Venus’s enduring joy and champion mentality.

"Her joy on the tennis court... It's just so much fun to see her play." – Kim [10:28]

c. Notable Early-Season Results

Maria Sakkari:
- Wins over Osaka and Raducanu, looks sharper, improved serve and net play.
  
  "She just looks to be in a really good headspace… using her physical aspect to come into the net a bit more…" – Kim [12:38]
Coco Gauff’s Tough Loss:
- Lost to Buzarnescu, struggled with unforced errors and double faults.
Belinda Bencic/Other Mindsets:
- Contrasts how some players treat early season: as warm-up vs. coming in ready.
Men’s Side – Hubi Hurkacz:
- Impressive win over Zverev after a long injury layoff and surgery.
- Notable: discussion about Hurkacz's suddenly massive biceps ([17:46]).

5. Featured Guest: Ons Jabeur

[20:18–61:06]

a. Pregnancy Journey & Life Update

Ons is six months pregnant, expecting a boy in April.

"Realizing this this year, last year was the last year as no mother...this year is gonna change." – Ons [20:18]
"Now he started to, like, I would say, play tennis inside here... finally pregnant, you know?" – Ons [21:24]
Discusses physical changes, the emotional transition, and self-doubt.

b. Plans for Return to Tennis

Ons plans a cautious, positive comeback; inspired by Kim Clijsters’ return after motherhood.

"I would love to come back... definitely inspired by you and your comeback." – Ons [24:08]
"I feel like I have more reasons to do so. Yeah, I'm hoping to come back end of 2026 but...I just want to play a few tournaments before the new season of 2027." – Ons [24:08]
Addresses the unpredictability of recovery after childbirth.

c. Decision to Pause Career

Ons reflects on the pressure to win a Grand Slam before starting a family.

"I feel like the time is chasing me from everywhere... I wanted to have a kid when I was 25...it's like putting timelines on things that I cannot control." – Ons [28:18]
Emotional honesty about burnout, injuries, and realizing that "putting herself first" is crucial.

d. Motherhood and Women’s Support on Tour

Ons discusses the PIF Maternity Program and its significance for tour mothers.

"A baby is expensive... we don't play, we don't get paid. It's as simple as that. And it goes even when you get injured." – Ons [36:42]
Importance of protected ranking and wild cards after maternity.

e. Fan Interaction and Giving Back

Both Ons and Kim value deep engagement with fans as giving back and not an obligation.

"For me, fans, they're honestly the best. I don't see it as giving or an obligation...it's part of what I do." – Ons [31:59]
Kim shares advice from Billie Jean King:

"Sign every goddamn kid that is waiting on the side of the court." – Kim citing BJK [33:17]

f. Hardest Opponents & Player Insights

Full segment with rapid-fire break-downs of top WTA players from Ons’ perspective.

Sabalenka:

"The thing is with her, when you’re afraid to give her an easy ball... so you end up forcing and... missing out. She doesn't like to play me and I don't like to play her." – Ons [40:47] Iga Swiatek:
"She moves unbelievable, mentally doesn’t give up... She’s very smart on court." – Ons [43:13] Amanda Anisimova:
"I practiced with her and basically killed me... but I’m really happy for her that she’s playing well now." – Ons [43:57] Coco Gauff:
"Sometimes I say she’s an octopus... she gets every ball. She doesn’t give up. Big serve." – Ons [44:35]

Ons also discusses Maria Sakkari, Mirra Andreeva, and her own learning process of not fearing but embracing tough opponents.

"There’s a lot of players that I don’t like to play on tour, I got to like to play against them, and that’s what helped me." – Ons [42:44]

g. Watching Tennis as a Player

Ons admits she doesn’t watch much tennis, prefers action to spectating, but respects how TV can help her learn about opponents ([50:15–51:49]).

h. Advice and Reflections

Ons on best advice:

"When someone tells me to be myself and be happy... treat someone how I want to be treated." – Ons [56:54]
Kim praises Ons' energy and positive impact on tour.

i. Lighthearted & Personal Rapid-Fire

Favorite day: a winning semifinal ([53:57]).
Favorite food: Mom’s couscous, featured on Netflix ([54:45]).
Most used app: Instagram/WhatsApp ([55:21]).
Alternate career: Used to want to be a doctor, now interested in psychology and helping others ([55:59]).
Motorcycle riding hiatus due to pregnancy, but plans to return post-baby:

"Everything around it, you know, it's like, I want to be like, you know, getting out of the motorcycle and taking off the helmet and the wind goes like this..." – Ons [60:13]

6. Notable Quotes & Moments

On Pregnancy and Motivation:

"I'm hoping... he [her baby] will be my biggest motivation. You know, I think I'm putting pressure on the baby now, but I feel like I would be playing for something other than myself, which... maybe that's what I needed.” – Ons [24:08]
On Pressure & Time:

"I feel like the time is chasing me from everywhere... putting timelines on things that basically I cannot control." – Ons [28:18]
On Motherhood Support:

"The thing is, some people will, like, say, 'Oh, how — she doesn't need it,' you know, but, you know, a baby is expensive." – Ons [36:52]
On Player-Fan Relationships:

"They pay the tickets to come and see us...I don’t see it as an obligation to take picture with someone…for me it’s part of having fun." – Ons [31:59]

7. “Favorite Follows” Segment

[61:48–end]

Kim’s Pick: Heidi Barlow, a pelvic floor women’s physio from Sydney, for health tips especially relevant to mothers/former athletes.
Blair’s Pick: Courtney Nguyen's “Bagel Bites” newsletter for tennis news recaps.

Timestamps for Key Segments

Intro & Podcast Vision: 00:00–02:33
Kim’s Achilles Update: 03:48–05:33
Henley’s Headlines: 06:25–19:11
Ons Jabeur Interview: 20:18–61:06
- Ons on Pregnancy: 20:18–23:34
- Return to Tour: 23:57–25:51
- On Pressure & Career Decisions: 28:18–29:47
- PIF Maternity Program: 36:16–40:15
- Hardest Opponents Discussion: 40:43–51:18
- Advice, Personality, Fun: 53:41–60:10
Favorite Follows: 61:48–end

Takeaways & Final Thoughts

This episode balanced news and player perspectives with a deeply personal portrait of Ons Jabeur at a pivotal life moment.
Listeners gain insight into the real emotional and physical stakes for women athletes starting families.
Ons’ breakdown of what makes top WTA players tough “in the chair” is a highlight for tennis nerds.
The show sets a warm, informed, community tone, with respect for the game’s past and excitement for the future.
Ons and Kim’s honesty about pressure, motivation, and being role models shines a light on the complex lives of professional athletes.
The Favorite Follows segment brings useful recommendations for both players and fans.

Recommended for:

Fans of Ons Jabeur or Kim Clijsters
Anyone interested in the intersection of motherhood and professional sports
Tennis fans seeking personal stories, technical/player insight, and up-to-date tour chatter

Podcast Summary: Served with Andy Roddick

Episode Overview

Episode Structure & Key Segments

1. Introducing the New Co-Host: Blair

[00:00–01:25]

Kim welcomes Blair, expresses excitement for a female-led tennis podcast.
Blair shares her delight at joining and the story of being invited.

2. Vision for the Podcast

[01:25–02:33]

The podcast will feature current and former players, behind-the-scenes people, and aims to create a community for tennis fans.

"We want to bring information that to you and me… is kind of normal, but… can be very interesting to share with the tennis fans who are at home…" – Kim [01:54]

3. Personal Updates: Kim’s Achilles Injury

[03:48–05:33]

Kim discusses her double Achilles rupture, ongoing recovery, and the emotional toll.

"There's moments at times where I go to bed and I still kind of hear the snap… that will stay with me for a little bit…" – Kim [03:48]
Mentions camaraderie with Holger Rune, who is also rehabbing an Achilles injury.

4. Tennis Headlines with "Henley's Headlines"

[06:25–19:11]

a. Battle of the Sexes Revival

[06:27–09:49]

Discussion about the recent exhibition and controversy around its title.
Praises Iga Swiatek’s response:

"Women's tennis stands on its own right now. We have so many great athletes and great stories. We don’t necessarily need to compare to men's tennis." – Paraphrased from Iga via Blair [06:27]

b. Venus Williams’ AO Wild Card

[09:50–11:53]

Venus returns for her first singles main draw in five years at age 45+.
Kim admires Venus’s enduring joy and champion mentality.

"Her joy on the tennis court... It's just so much fun to see her play." – Kim [10:28]

c. Notable Early-Season Results

Maria Sakkari:
- Wins over Osaka and Raducanu, looks sharper, improved serve and net play.
  
  "She just looks to be in a really good headspace… using her physical aspect to come into the net a bit more…" – Kim [12:38]
Coco Gauff’s Tough Loss:
- Lost to Buzarnescu, struggled with unforced errors and double faults.
Belinda Bencic/Other Mindsets:
- Contrasts how some players treat early season: as warm-up vs. coming in ready.
Men’s Side – Hubi Hurkacz:
- Impressive win over Zverev after a long injury layoff and surgery.
- Notable: discussion about Hurkacz's suddenly massive biceps ([17:46]).

5. Featured Guest: Ons Jabeur

[20:18–61:06]

a. Pregnancy Journey & Life Update

Ons is six months pregnant, expecting a boy in April.

"Realizing this this year, last year was the last year as no mother...this year is gonna change." – Ons [20:18]
"Now he started to, like, I would say, play tennis inside here... finally pregnant, you know?" – Ons [21:24]
Discusses physical changes, the emotional transition, and self-doubt.

b. Plans for Return to Tennis

Ons plans a cautious, positive comeback; inspired by Kim Clijsters’ return after motherhood.

"I would love to come back... definitely inspired by you and your comeback." – Ons [24:08]
"I feel like I have more reasons to do so. Yeah, I'm hoping to come back end of 2026 but...I just want to play a few tournaments before the new season of 2027." – Ons [24:08]
Addresses the unpredictability of recovery after childbirth.

c. Decision to Pause Career

Ons reflects on the pressure to win a Grand Slam before starting a family.

"I feel like the time is chasing me from everywhere... I wanted to have a kid when I was 25...it's like putting timelines on things that I cannot control." – Ons [28:18]
Emotional honesty about burnout, injuries, and realizing that "putting herself first" is crucial.

d. Motherhood and Women’s Support on Tour

Ons discusses the PIF Maternity Program and its significance for tour mothers.

"A baby is expensive... we don't play, we don't get paid. It's as simple as that. And it goes even when you get injured." – Ons [36:42]
Importance of protected ranking and wild cards after maternity.

e. Fan Interaction and Giving Back

Both Ons and Kim value deep engagement with fans as giving back and not an obligation.

"For me, fans, they're honestly the best. I don't see it as giving or an obligation...it's part of what I do." – Ons [31:59]
Kim shares advice from Billie Jean King:

"Sign every goddamn kid that is waiting on the side of the court." – Kim citing BJK [33:17]

f. Hardest Opponents & Player Insights

Full segment with rapid-fire break-downs of top WTA players from Ons’ perspective.

Sabalenka:

"The thing is with her, when you’re afraid to give her an easy ball... so you end up forcing and... missing out. She doesn't like to play me and I don't like to play her." – Ons [40:47] Iga Swiatek:
"She moves unbelievable, mentally doesn’t give up... She’s very smart on court." – Ons [43:13] Amanda Anisimova:
"I practiced with her and basically killed me... but I’m really happy for her that she’s playing well now." – Ons [43:57] Coco Gauff:
"Sometimes I say she’s an octopus... she gets every ball. She doesn’t give up. Big serve." – Ons [44:35]

Ons also discusses Maria Sakkari, Mirra Andreeva, and her own learning process of not fearing but embracing tough opponents.

"There’s a lot of players that I don’t like to play on tour, I got to like to play against them, and that’s what helped me." – Ons [42:44]

g. Watching Tennis as a Player

Ons admits she doesn’t watch much tennis, prefers action to spectating, but respects how TV can help her learn about opponents ([50:15–51:49]).

h. Advice and Reflections

Ons on best advice:

"When someone tells me to be myself and be happy... treat someone how I want to be treated." – Ons [56:54]
Kim praises Ons' energy and positive impact on tour.

i. Lighthearted & Personal Rapid-Fire

Favorite day: a winning semifinal ([53:57]).
Favorite food: Mom’s couscous, featured on Netflix ([54:45]).
Most used app: Instagram/WhatsApp ([55:21]).
Alternate career: Used to want to be a doctor, now interested in psychology and helping others ([55:59]).
Motorcycle riding hiatus due to pregnancy, but plans to return post-baby:

"Everything around it, you know, it's like, I want to be like, you know, getting out of the motorcycle and taking off the helmet and the wind goes like this..." – Ons [60:13]

6. Notable Quotes & Moments

On Pregnancy and Motivation:

"I'm hoping... he [her baby] will be my biggest motivation. You know, I think I'm putting pressure on the baby now, but I feel like I would be playing for something other than myself, which... maybe that's what I needed.” – Ons [24:08]
On Pressure & Time:

"I feel like the time is chasing me from everywhere... putting timelines on things that basically I cannot control." – Ons [28:18]
On Motherhood Support:

"The thing is, some people will, like, say, 'Oh, how — she doesn't need it,' you know, but, you know, a baby is expensive." – Ons [36:52]
On Player-Fan Relationships:

"They pay the tickets to come and see us...I don’t see it as an obligation to take picture with someone…for me it’s part of having fun." – Ons [31:59]

7. “Favorite Follows” Segment

[61:48–end]

Kim’s Pick: Heidi Barlow, a pelvic floor women’s physio from Sydney, for health tips especially relevant to mothers/former athletes.
Blair’s Pick: Courtney Nguyen's “Bagel Bites” newsletter for tennis news recaps.

Timestamps for Key Segments

Intro & Podcast Vision: 00:00–02:33
Kim’s Achilles Update: 03:48–05:33
Henley’s Headlines: 06:25–19:11
Ons Jabeur Interview: 20:18–61:06
- Ons on Pregnancy: 20:18–23:34
- Return to Tour: 23:57–25:51
- On Pressure & Career Decisions: 28:18–29:47
- PIF Maternity Program: 36:16–40:15
- Hardest Opponents Discussion: 40:43–51:18
- Advice, Personality, Fun: 53:41–60:10
Favorite Follows: 61:48–end

Takeaways & Final Thoughts

This episode balanced news and player perspectives with a deeply personal portrait of Ons Jabeur at a pivotal life moment.
Listeners gain insight into the real emotional and physical stakes for women athletes starting families.
Ons’ breakdown of what makes top WTA players tough “in the chair” is a highlight for tennis nerds.
The show sets a warm, informed, community tone, with respect for the game’s past and excitement for the future.
Ons and Kim’s honesty about pressure, motivation, and being role models shines a light on the complex lives of professional athletes.
The Favorite Follows segment brings useful recommendations for both players and fans.

Recommended for:

Fans of Ons Jabeur or Kim Clijsters
Anyone interested in the intersection of motherhood and professional sports
Tennis fans seeking personal stories, technical/player insight, and up-to-date tour chatter

Ons Jabeur Reveals Hardest Opponents, Pregnancy Journey, & More | Love All w/ Kim Clijsters

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Summary

Podcast Summary: Served with Andy Roddick

Episode Overview

Episode Structure & Key Segments

1. Introducing the New Co-Host: Blair

2. Vision for the Podcast

3. Personal Updates: Kim’s Achilles Injury

4. Tennis Headlines with "Henley's Headlines"

a. Battle of the Sexes Revival

b. Venus Williams’ AO Wild Card

c. Notable Early-Season Results

5. Featured Guest: Ons Jabeur

a. Pregnancy Journey & Life Update

b. Plans for Return to Tennis

c. Decision to Pause Career

d. Motherhood and Women’s Support on Tour

e. Fan Interaction and Giving Back

f. Hardest Opponents & Player Insights

g. Watching Tennis as a Player

h. Advice and Reflections

i. Lighthearted & Personal Rapid-Fire

6. Notable Quotes & Moments

7. “Favorite Follows” Segment

Timestamps for Key Segments

Takeaways & Final Thoughts

Summary

Podcast Summary: Served with Andy Roddick

Episode Overview

Episode Structure & Key Segments

1. Introducing the New Co-Host: Blair

2. Vision for the Podcast

3. Personal Updates: Kim’s Achilles Injury

4. Tennis Headlines with "Henley's Headlines"

a. Battle of the Sexes Revival

b. Venus Williams’ AO Wild Card

c. Notable Early-Season Results

5. Featured Guest: Ons Jabeur

a. Pregnancy Journey & Life Update

b. Plans for Return to Tennis

c. Decision to Pause Career

d. Motherhood and Women’s Support on Tour

e. Fan Interaction and Giving Back

f. Hardest Opponents & Player Insights

g. Watching Tennis as a Player

h. Advice and Reflections

i. Lighthearted & Personal Rapid-Fire

6. Notable Quotes & Moments

7. “Favorite Follows” Segment

Timestamps for Key Segments

Takeaways & Final Thoughts