#121 - Beyond the Baseline: Zach Svajda on Professional Tennis, Facing Djokovic, and Finding Balance

Sep 23, 2025

episode NOTES

At 22, American tennis pro Zach Svajda has already lived moments most players only dream about. From picking up a racket at age two to stepping onto Arthur Ashe Stadium against Novak Djokovic, Zach’s journey shows the dedication and balance it takes to make it on tour.

In this episode, Zach shares:

  • How his training focuses 70% on leg strength.

  • The grind of a 35-week travel schedule.

  • His mindset for handling pressure and bouncing back.

  • What it felt like to take the first set off Djokovic at the US Open.

  • The advice Novak gave him about life and balance.

This is a rare inside look at what it really takes to compete at tennis’s highest level.

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