With Week 1 of the BNP Paribas Open in the books, the hosts run through all the top storylines from another thrilling day in Tennis Paradise. 

Former champion Simona Halep marched forward as she hunts down another title in the desert, while world No. 6 Matteo Berrettini survived an upset scare on the men's side of the draw.

Host Craig Gabriel is joined by former WTA star Jill Craybas and guest host Nick McCarvel as the trio puts a wrap on the middle weekend of the 2022 BNP Paribas Open.

Day 5 Recap: Simona Halep spoils Coco Gauff's birthday as BNP Paribas Open middle weekend concludes

World No.1 Iga Swiatek did not lose a set on her way to winning her second BNP Paribas Open title. After a quick coast-to-coast turnaround, she's gearing up for the Miami Open, where she could become the second woman to win the Sunshine Double twice.&nbsp; Swiatek joins the podcast to discuss the challenge of trying to do something you already know you can do.&nbsp;

Champions Corner: Iga Swiatek doubles down in Indian Wells

Danielle Collins couldn't dream up a better farewell tour after her stunning run to the biggest title of her career at the Miami Open. After announcing her decision to retire at the end of this season, Collins is already having one of the best seasons of her career. She joins the podcast after her emotional win to reflect on her bare-knuckled 10-year journey to become a WTA 1000 champion.&nbsp;

Champions Corner: Danielle Collins gets her 'happily ever after' in Miami

Katie Boulter's hard work is paying off. The top-ranked Brit picked up her second career title at the Cymbiotika San Diego Open in February and boosted her to a new career-high ranking at No.27. As she looks to build on that momentum during the clay season, Boulter joined the podcast to discuss why everything is coming together for her now.

In Conversation: Katie Boulter on federations, female coaches and the challenge of clay

At just 21 years old, Zheng Qinwen started her season by becoming the first Chinese player to make a Grand Slam final since her idol, Li Na. But she's not resting on her laurels. Zheng joins the podcast to discuss her preternatural confidence and how she's keeping her feet firmly planted on the ground.&nbsp;

How Zheng Qinwen stays humble and hungry

From a prodigious junior career to World No.2, Spain's Paula Badosa has been through it all. Now, as she plots her comeback from a serious back injury, she joins the podcast to discuss the struggle to get back where she belongs.

In Conversation: Paula Badosa goes deep on the challenges of coming back

Taylor Townsend isn't here for any asterisks or qualifiers next to her name. The fan-favorite American joins the podcast in Miami to discuss the challenges of living a full and balanced life as a professional tennis player.&nbsp;

Taylor Townsend is a Tennis Player. Period.

Renowned tennis commentator Craig Gabriel hosts this podcast covering all you need to know about the annual BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. From featured interviews with the sport’s greatest stars to daily tournament recaps on-site at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Gabriel provides tennis fans with the best insight and analysis from the thrilling action in Tennis Paradise.

Day 5 Recap: Simona Halep spoils Coco Gauff's birthday as BNP Paribas Open middle weekend concludes

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