Welcome to the very first episode of Throwback Tennis!

We’re diving deep into the archives, unearthing forgotten tennis stories, breaking down iconic moments, and making sure we keep things as fun and unpredictable. Today, we’re kicking things off in the Netherlands with a look at Dutch tennis history, the legendary Rotterdam Open, and, because we take our snacking as seriously as our sports, Juan's top five Dutch snacks. You’re going to want to stick around for that.

Now, if you’re new to the show—which, let’s be honest, you are because this is literally our debut episode—Throwback Tennis is all about blending history, analysis, and a bit of absurdity. Whether you’re a die-hard tennis nerd, a casual fan, or just someone who accidentally clicked on this podcast while searching for something else, welcome aboard.

Before we jump into the history books, let’s set the scene. Tennis has been a staple in the Netherlands for well over a century, with an impressive legacy of players, tournaments, and even a few bizarre moments that you probably won’t believe actually happened. Today, we’re covering how tennis first arrived in the country, the impact of Dutch legends on the sport, and how the Rotterdam Open became one of the most stacked ATP 500 events on the calendar. Oh, and of course, we’ll finish things off with something near and dear to everyone's heart—food. Specifically, Juan's top five Dutch snacks. Because let’s be real, is there anything better than a good match and a good snack? I think not.

So grab your racket, your stroopwafel, or whatever else you need, because we’re about to serve up—see what I did there?—the first-ever episode of Throwback Tennis. Let’s get into it!