About this episode
Nicole Melichar-Martinez, ranked #21 on the WTA doubles tour, shares insider perspectives on partnership dynamics, tournament conditions, and the future of doubles.The clay season in Europe offers beautiful cities, but she isn't a fan of the extended tournamentsWhich tournaments treat the doubles players well, and which ones need improvementWTA now conducts post-tournament surveys to gather player feedbackHer take on the 2025 season so far, including partnership breakups, WTA Finals favorites, and moreWhy finding a doubles partner is similar to datingHer perspective on mixed doubles and playing Indian Wells with Andrey RublevHow WTA supports players with mental health resourcesHer Foodie Instagram account (below) showcases Nicole's passion for food photographyShe also answered a lot of your questions from Twitter and Instagram. Follow Niki below and watch her throughout the rest of the 2025 season.Learn more about Nicole & follow:InstagramTwitter/XWTA ProfileWikipedia ProfileNicole's Food Instagram ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. Learn More & Sign Up Here **Other Free Doubles Content** Serve Strategy Cheatsheet Return Strategy Cheatsheet Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course