Interview special: Coaching, Friendship and the Secret Fight Inside your head

In this special "This Is Your Life" style episode, ATP 60 Marcus Willis and Dave sit down with tennis coach Ollie Clark for an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation.Ollie walks us through his journey into tennis, how his path crossed with Marcus, and what life looks like on and off the court. But behind the outgoing personality, the thriving coaching career and a loving young family Ollie was harbouring a dark struggle with his mental health.Ollie opens up about the secret battle he was fighting behind closed doors, proving that you never truly know what someone is carrying—no matter how bright they seem on the outside. Tennis helped Ollie through the tough times and hitting a fuzzy yellow ball is actually worth much more than winning or losing a set.This episode discusses sensitive topics related to mental health that some listeners may find disturbing. If you or someone you know is struggling, please don't carry it alone. Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, a mental health charity or contact the Samaritans Marcus and Dave want you to join in the fun INSTAGRAM  and YOUTUBEPlease like and subscribe to this podcast and spread the word! Thanks to Ali for the social coverage and Finchy for exec production.