{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthe-lz-granderson-show.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fpatrick-m-3R1_pPUY","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Patrick Mouratoglou on Coaching Serena Williams, Coco Gauff & The Future of Tennis | LZ Granderson Show","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/f431376d-727e-404f-8af2-5a8b80fdea85/571ca9c7-ef15-4a49-bf76-4288825225a4/lzg-20show-20artwork.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"","height":200,"description":"In this episode of The LZ Granderson Show, LZ sits down with legendary tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglou for a deep conversation on the game, life, and legacy.\n\nFrom coaching Serena Williams to mentoring Coco Gauff, Patrick opens up about his journey, the meaning of masculinity, the power of communication, and why U.S. men’s tennis has struggled to produce stars. LZ and Patrick also look ahead to the U.S. Open, debate Novak Djokovic’s legacy, discuss parity in women’s tennis, and reflect on Patrick’s own Hall of Fame worthiness.\n\n⏱️ Chapters:\n0:00 Welcome to The LZ Granderson Show!\n5:40 Patrick Mouratoglou Joins LZ\n6:35 Patrick's Start in Tennis\n18:00 What Does Masculinity Mean to You?\n21:18 The Importance of Communication\n25:55 Coaching Serena Williams\n36:35 Why Aren't There Any US Men's Tennis Stars?\n44:00 Working with Coco Gauff\n47:15 Is Parity Good for Women's Tennis?\n50:15 US Open Preview\n51:50 How Will Novak Djokovic Be Remembered?\n54:35 Does Patrick Deserve to Be in the Tennis Hall of Fame?\n59:45 Relationship with Richard Williams\n1:03:02 How Patrick Became Serena's Coach\n\nIf you love tennis, sports culture, and conversations that go deeper than the headlines—this episode is for you."}