In the summer of 1988, Steffi Graf stands on the verge of tennis immortality. Fresh off her stunning Wimbledon triumph, she faces a world that’s no longer asking “if” she’ll win the Grand Slam, but “when.” But behind the headlines and parades, Steffi’s journey is anything but straightforward. As the pressure mounts, she must navigate not just the expectations of a nation, but private turmoil. This episode uncovers the true cost of greatness, the relentless scrutiny of history, and the summer when Steffi Graf nearly lost everything before her greatest victory was even in reach.

Step into the world of tennis and British royalty as this episode follows a remarkable and unexpected meeting between two icons: Steffi Graf and Princess Diana. Set against the backdrop of an unforgettable English summer, the story explores how a tennis court became the stage for a rare moment of connection, humanity, and joy. Discover how sport, celebrity, and personal longing can intersect in the most surprising ways.

Step onto the sun-baked lawns of Wimbledon in 1988, where legends clashed and history was rewritten. In this episode, we relive the unforgettable women’s final between Steffi Graf and Martina Navratilova—a match that marked the end of one era and the dawn of another. From Graf’s steamrolling run through the draw and Martina’s gritty last stand, to the dramatic Evert–Navratilova semifinal and the emotional aftermath, we unpack the rivalries, the pressure of the Grand Slam chase, and the moments that made this tournament a turning point in tennis history. Hear the stories behind iconic points, locker room quotes, and the legacy left by two of the game’s greatest champions.

What does true perfection look like in tennis—and why is it so elusive? This episode dives deep into the elusive “golden match,” the feat of winning 48 straight points without conceding one, and explores how the pursuit of flawless play has haunted the greatest champions for decades.

Step onto the red clay of Roland Garros as we relive the most jaw-dropping French Open in history. In this episode, the unstoppable Steffi Graf faces a teenage takeover, a collapsing old guard, and a final so ruthless she apologizes for her own brilliance. Experience the drama, the rivalries, the heartbreak—and the performance that left the tennis world speechless. From locker room tension to club nights in Paris, we break down every twist, every upset, and every legend in the making.

Travel back to the pivotal months of early 1988, when women’s tennis was on the brink of transformation. Still only 18, Steffi Graf was on the verge of rewriting the record books, while a teen prodigy named Monica Seles was about to explode onto the scene. Gabriela Sabatini was about to make a major breakthrough as legends like Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert watched the rise of a new generation. The game itself was changing—new surfaces, new rivalries, and new expectations.

In this episode, we dive into Steffi Graf’s historic triumph at the 1988 Australian Open—a tournament that redefined the sport, crowned Graf as Germany’s first singles champion in Melbourne, and set the stage for her legendary Golden Slam. We explore the drama on and off the court, the new era of Australian tennis, and the shifting rivalries that marked the end of one dynasty and the rise of another.

In 1987, women’s tennis was transformed as Steffi Graf dethroned legends, seized the No. 1 ranking, and ignited a fierce season-long debate: Does greatness mean dominating all year, or winning the biggest titles? As Martina Navratilova fights to defend her crown, a generational showdown unfolds—culminating in one of the sport’s most dramatic years and the ultimate question: Who really deserves to be number one?