Bren Gray
While most New Zealanders are rugby-mad, it’s tennis that gets Bren up in the wee hours of the morning. Bren’s been in love with the sport ever since he witnessed a No 63 ranked Novak Djokovic storm his way to the Roland-Garros quarterfinals, flagrantly impersonating tennis royalty along the way. Now, writing about tennis – plus a healthy dose of rugby and cricket – is what Bren spends his time on down under.
Latest articles
January 30, 2024
“You could feel that he was getting closer and closer” – Mouratoglou on Sinner’s Australian Open success
Patrick Mouratoglou explains why things were perfectly aligned for Jannik Sinner to win...
Bren Gray
January 30, 2024
“For almost two sets, Daniil played the perfect match” – Mouratoglou
Patrick Mouratoglou explains the genius of Daniil Medvedev's initial strategy against Jannik Sinner...
Bren Gray
January 28, 2024
“I would not be surprised if Novak feels relieved after that tournament” – Mouratoglou
Patrick Mouratoglou believes the pressure of not losing at the Australian Open since...
Bren Gray
January 26, 2024
Sinner comes of age, defeating Djokovic and making first Grand Slam final
Jannik Sinner has done what no Italian - or any other man -...
Bren Gray
January 24, 2024
“I really want that revenge”: Sabalenka looking to get even with Gauff in Australian Open semi-finals
After losing to Coco Gauff in the 2023 US Open final, Aryna Sabalenka...
Bren Gray
January 24, 2024
“It was not enjoyable at all”: Djokovic praises much-improved effort from Fritz
With the first set alone taking almost as long as their last meeting,...
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January 23, 2024
Australian Open: Medvedev ready for big-serving Hurkacz in quarters
Daniil Medvedev says holding his own serve will be crucial in his quarter-final...
Bren Gray
January 23, 2024
Hurkacz “hungry for more” ahead of second Grand Slam quarter-final
Hubert Hurkacz looks to pull off another Grand Slam quarter-final upset this week
Bren Gray
January 23, 2024
Djokovic: I don’t need Eye of the Tiger before a match, I need something to calm me down
While some need music to motivate themselves, Djokovic says he already has enough...
Bren Gray
January 21, 2024
Australian Open: Kostyuk makes first Grand Slam quarter-final after halting Timofeeva
Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk defeated Russian Maria Timofeeva 6-2, 6-1 on Sunday and will...
Bren Gray
January 19, 2024
Swiatek says Australian Open draw “toughest one I ever had” after beating Kenin, Collins in opening rounds
Having faced a former finalist and former champion in her opening two rounds...
Bren Gray
January 19, 2024
What Alcaraz achieved in his first 200 matches that Djokovic, Nadal and Federer couldn’t
We look at how Carlos Alcaraz compares to the Big Three across his...
Bren Gray
January 19, 2024
“I knew I was capable of competing at this level” says Cazaux after Rune victory
21-year-old Arthur Cazaux has been overshadowed in French tennis by Fils, van Assche...
Bren Gray
January 18, 2024
Collins announces retirement after brutal Swiatek loss
30-year-old Danielle Collins has revealed this will be her last year playing tennis
Bren Gray
January 18, 2024
“I didn’t expect playing this well” – Badosa surprised by her level at Australian Open
Paula Badosa has begun her Australian Open campaign with two straight set victories,...
Bren Gray
January 18, 2024
Promising signs for Australian tennis despite Popyrin, Thompson losses
Australians are falling thick and fast in Melbourne this week, but the manner...
Bren Gray
January 17, 2024
“I wish I could do it easier, but I can’t” – Kokkinakis explains motivation struggles after Australian Open redemption
After defeating Sebastian Ofner in five sets, Thanasi Kokkinakis has explained how he...
Bren Gray
January 17, 2024
Zverev believes he still has confidence of players despite impending trial
With fresh news of an impending trial for Alexander Zverev, the German has...
Bren Gray
January 13, 2024
Lehecka says Draper “was the better player for almost two sets” after Adelaide final
Jiri Lehecka praised Jack Draper's level after winning his first ATP title at...
Bren Gray
January 12, 2024
“He would be one of the most exciting guys” – Mouratoglou reveals who he’d love to coach
Patrick Mouratoglou believes he understands Nick Kyrgios, and would love to coach the...
Bren Gray
January 12, 2024
“I’m living my dream”: De Minaur on cracking the top 10, facing Raonic at Australian Open
Alex de Minaur shares what it feels like to have made the world's...
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