In this week’s episode, CNBC’s Alex Sherman sits down with Patrick McEnroe, ESPN tennis commentator.
They break down why an ATP–WTA merger could unify the sport, why Saudi investment will play a bigger role in tennis’ future, and the broadcast shakeup at ESPN.
Watch the full conversation above, and sign up to receive future editions of the CNBC Sport newsletter straight to your inbox: https://www.cnbc.com/lander?id=sport-newsletter
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:19 State of American tennis
07:28 Davis Cup
09:51 Battle of the sexes
13:53 Uniting tennis
15:49 Tennis broadcasting
21:31 Going pro
28:53 Australian open picks
Reporter: Alex Sherman
Senior Field Producer: Jessica Golden
Senior Managing Producer: Tala Hadavi
Edited by: Tim Hurt
Animation: Jason Reginato
Additional Footage: Getty Images
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Patrick McEnroe On Why Tennis Needs An ATP-WTA Merger
