Bren Gray

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.

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Alcaraz Wimbledon 2023 © Action Plus / Panoramic
July 14, 2023

“Probably one of my best matches” – Alcaraz speaks boldly about future on grass after Medvedev demolition

Carlos Alcaraz delivered a brutal performance on Friday afternoon, defeating Daniil Medvedev in...
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Matteo Berrettini, Wimbledon 2023
July 9, 2023

“I’m here enjoying every second” – Berrettini relishing being on court at Wimbledon again

Matteo Berrettini has been a surprise package at Wimbledon 2023 so far, and...
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Holger Rune, Wimbledon, 2023
July 9, 2023

“I learned my lesson in Australia” – Rune credits Rublev for final-set tiebreak win at Wimbledon 2023

Holger Rune has explained how his ability to perform under pressure has improved...
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Carlos Alcaraz wins at Wimbledon 2023
July 8, 2023

“I feel a lot of confidence right now” – Alcaraz hungry for Djokovic rematch at Wimbledon 2023

Following his four-set win over Nicholas Jarry, Carlos Alcaraz has readily spoken about...
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Holger Rune, Wimbledon 2023
July 8, 2023

Underarm serves and final-set tiebreaks: Rune outlasts Davidovich Fokina in Wimbledon thriller

Holger Rune has come through a seesaw five-set match in the third round...
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Andy Murray - (c) AI / Reuters / Panoramic
July 8, 2023

“I would rather it was done automatically” – Murray on automated line calls, after match-defining moment against Tsitsipas

Andy Murray suffered a heart-breaking umpiring error in his second round match against...
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Liam Broady - (c) AI / Reuters / Panoramic
July 8, 2023

“Obviously in a fantastic state” – Broady upbeat about British tennis, despite no Brits remaining in men’s draw at Wimbledon 2023

Liam Broady has issued a surprisingly upbeat statement following the exit of all...
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Stefanos Tsitsipas
July 8, 2023

“I’m ready for anything pretty much” – Tsitsipas confident after dual five-set wins over Grand Slam champions at Wimbledon 2023

Stefanos Tsitsipas is feeling confident after consecutive five-set wins over Grand Slam champions...
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Christopher Eubanks at the 2023 US Open
July 8, 2023

“Things are starting to trend in the right direction, especially for people of colour” – Eubanks on improving diversity in tennis

World No 43 Christopher Eubanks has shared about his role in improving the...
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Wimbledon rain (AI/Reuters/Panoramic)
July 7, 2023

Wimbledon 2023 draw: After four rain-interrupted days, how far behind are we?

With plenty of good old-fashioned British rain over the past four days, we...
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Sofia Kenin 2023 Wimbledon | Action Plus/ Panoramic
July 7, 2023

“I’m just putting in the hard work and it’s paying off” – Kenin on her success at Wimbledon 2023

After winning her second round match at Wimbledon 2023, Sofia Kenin has confessed...
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Katie Boulter grass
July 7, 2023

“It’s really important for me to get through matches like that” – Boulter ready for Rybakina after Tomova win

Katie Boulter is ready for a third round match against Elena Rybakina, following...
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Liam Broady Citi Open 2023
July 7, 2023

“I don’t know how to say it without swearing” – Liam Broady explains emotion of Wimbledon win

Liam Broady has revealed the thoughts he dealt with on court, when attempting...
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Frances Tiafoe - (c) Fotoarena / Panoramic
July 7, 2023

“My serve is the biggest difference” – Tiafoe puts on serving clinic against Stricker in Wimbledon second round

Frances Tiafoe has credited the work he's done on his serve over the...
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Djokovic Roland-Garros 2023
June 12, 2023

“I watched Champions League finals”: How Novak Djokovic prepared emotionally for historic Roland-Garros final

After winning his 23rd Grand Slam title, Novak Djokovic has explained how he...
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Aryna Sabalenka, Roland-Garros 2023
June 5, 2023

“This was like final” – Sabalenka thrilled with night-session atmosphere in win over Stephens

Aryna Sabalenka has praised the night-session atmosphere at Roland-Garros, stating that her win...
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Tsitsipas, Roland-Garros 2023
June 5, 2023

Dethroned as Prince of Clay by Alcaraz, Tsitsipas has a golden opportunity to reclaim his crown

With an Alcaraz vs Tsitsipas quarter-final set at Roland-Garros 2023, can Stefanos Tsitsipas...
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Carlos Alcaraz, Roland-Garros 2023
June 5, 2023

Alcaraz and Djokovic played their “best match of the tournament” at the same time, the clash of the titans draws closer

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are hurtling towards each other in the top...
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Elina Svitolina, Roland-Garros, 2023
June 5, 2023

“I feel like I’m 17 again” – Svitolina thriving at pressure-free Roland-Garros

Elina Svitolina has credited her time away from the game for her quarter-final...
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Djokovic at Roland-Garros 2023
June 5, 2023

“My attention is already in the next match” – Djokovic not phased by latest record at Roland-Garros

After making his 17th quarter-final at Roland-Garros, Novak Djokovic is not dwelling on...
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Ons Jabeur Roland-Garros 2023
June 4, 2023

Jabeur “not so far” from best level heading into second week of Roland-Garros

Ons Jabeur was made to dig deep and win ugly in her third-round...
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