Going For It

Thomas Fancutt From 107 in the World to Starting Over

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:45:32 GMT

In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Fancutt to talk about the reality behind rankings, setbacks, and what it truly means to start over. After reaching 107 in the world,

Thomas opens up about the challenges that followed and the mental battle of rebuilding from the ground up. We dive into the highs of climbing the rankings, the pressure that comes with it, and the resilience it takes when things don’t go as planned.

Thomas shares his perspective on growth, identity beyond tennis, and how he’s approaching this new chapter with purpose and determination. This is an honest conversation about the grind, the reset, and what it takes to keep going when everything changes.

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EP5: More than NO1: Marcelo Arevalo on Family, Growth & Purpose

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:24:58 GMT

In today’s episode, I sit down with Marcelo Arevalo, a Salvadoran professional tennis player and former world No. 1 in doubles, to talk about the journey behind the titles. Marcelo opens up about his biggest wins, the role family has played in his career, and the growth it took to reach the top of the game. From early sacrifices to career-defining moments, he shares what it really takes to compete at the highest level of professional tennis. We also dive deeper into purpose and how Marcelo has evolved not just as an athlete, but as a person. He reflects on staying grounded through success, representing his country on the global stage, and finding meaning beyond rankings and trophies. This conversation is an honest look at resilience, discipline, and what it means to truly go for it in pursuit of your dreams.

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EP4: Opening up about everything, why I changed the name and what going for it means to me.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 21:16:41 GMT

In this solo episode, I open up about everything the journey, the lessons, and why I decided to change the name of the podcast to “Going For It.” I share what this new chapter means to me, how my perspective has evolved, and the deeper purpose behind creating a space that’s real, raw, and fully aligned with who I am today.

This isn’t just about tennis or success it’s about the mindset, the growth, and what it truly means to go for it in life, no matter where you are on your path. If you’ve ever felt like you’re in a season of change, or you’re figuring out what’s next, this episode will speak to you.

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EP3: The Fast Rise of Ayana Akli | Top 250 WTA | Mental Strength, Self Belief, and Going For It

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 20:00:08 GMT

In this episode, I sit down with Ayana Akli, one of the fastest-rising stars on the WTA Tour, currently ranked inside the Top 250. We dive deep into her journey through the world of professional tennis from early beginnings to breakthrough moments and the powerful mindset that’s driven her success. Ayana opens up about the mental strength, discipline, and self-belief it takes to compete at the top level while staying grounded through the highs and lows of the sport. We talk about what “going for it” really means pushing past fear, trusting your process, and betting on yourself when no one else will. If you’re an athlete, dreamer, or anyone chasing greatness, this episode will light a fire under you.

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EP2: How social media is rewiring your brain with Xenia Dmitrovic

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:23:33 GMT

In this episode, I sit down with Xenia Dmitrovic to talk about how social media is literally rewiring our brains from the way we focus, think, and connect, to how we measure our own success. We dive deep into the psychology behind scrolling, validation, and attention, and how these platforms are shaping not just our habits, but our identity.

Xenia brings powerful insight into the effects of digital consumption, how it impacts athletes, creators, and everyday people, and what we can do to take back control of our mental space. If you’ve ever felt drained, distracted, or caught in the comparison trap, this episode will help you understand why and how to break free.

🎙️ Tune in, reflect, and start rewiring your mind for clarity, balance, and purpose.

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EP1: From balkan courts to u.s dreams, resilience and starting over

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:00:17 GMT

What does it really feel like to leave everything you know at 18 and move across the world for a chance at your dream? In this episode, Ema (Bosnia) and Xenia (Serbia) share their raw immigrant athlete journeys , from culture shock, loneliness, and the reality of U.S. college tennis, to finding new identities as creators, coaches, and women chasing dreams beyond the court.

Vulnerable, unfiltered, and deeply relatable, this is a story of resilience, identity, and what it means to start over.

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