Major Mailbag: Player Pensions, Sponsorships, and Sam's Acapulco Title | EP 39

Jack, John, Sam and Stevie are back with a jam packed loaded Major Mailbag! We’re answering your biggest questions, from how player pensions actually work to the wild world of tennis sponsorships, who gets paid, how much, and why some players switch gear for cash. Plus, deep dives into Acapulco’s late-night chaos, legendary player parties, and whether tournaments should have a match curfew. Oh, and we settle the ultimate debate—should you be allowed to wear shorts on a plane?Also, Sam takes a trip down memory lane, reliving his unforgettable 2017 Acapulco title run, where he took down Rafael Nadal in the final. From perfect conditions to post-match chocolate milk, we get all the details on the best week of his career.00:00 Introduction and Mailbag Day00:22 Debate: Shorts on Airplanes05:00 Acapulco Tournament Insights08:25 Memorable Matches and Player Parties15:05 Mailbag: Tournament Selection and Tennis Memories18:50 Watch Sponsorships in Tennis20:07 Brand Deals and Sponsorships22:45 Understanding Tennis Pensions25:49 Airline Miles and Travel Perks30:01 Creating the Ultimate Tennis Player32:50 Hottest Guys in Tennis34:42 Trivia and Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.