Carrie Dunn

Carrie Dunn is a sports writer. She has written for the Times, the Guardian, and Eurosport.co.uk as well as for the ITF, the WTA and Kosmos Tennis, providing English language support for their relaunch of the Davis Cup. She was delighted to join the Tennis Majors team in the summer of 2020. She is a regular voice on radio as a pundit, co-commentator and expert analyst across sports. She has a PhD in sports sociology, and in academia has published widely on women’s sport, fandom, and sporting history. She is a keen if slow amateur runner, finishing two marathons and countless half-marathons (so far).

Latest articles

Rafael Nadal
May 11, 2024

“The decision is not clear in my mind” – Nadal undecided on Roland-Garros

The ten-time champion in Rome was knocked out by Hubert Hurkacz and is...
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Iga Swiatek
May 11, 2024

“I got distracted” – Swiatek on second-set glitch v Putintseva

Iga Swiatek described the problems posed by Yulia Putintseva and how she got...
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Daniil Medvedev in Madrid
May 11, 2024

“Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic are all better than me” – Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev has said some of his rivals at the top of the...
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Novak Djokovic
May 11, 2024

“This was an accident – I am fine” – Djokovic allays fans’ fears after bottle incident in Rome

Novak Djokovic told fans he was not injured after a freak accident in...
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Djokovic
May 10, 2024

Djokovic hit on head by bottle falling from fan’s backpack in stands

The world No 1 was signing autographs when he was struck and fell...
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Corentin Moutet in Monte-Carlo (Norbert Scanella/Panoramic)
May 10, 2024

Moutet’s phone interrupts mid-match with Djokovic

A phone going off on court is hardly unusual - but you don't...
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Rafael Nadal
May 6, 2024

ATP Rome draw: Tough draws for Nadal and Medvedev, Djokovic v Ruud in quarters

The draw has been made for the Rome Masters 1000
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Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka
May 6, 2024

WTA Rome draw: How Swiatek and Sabalenka can meet again in the final

Will the world's two best players meet once more in the final of...
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Sorana Cirstea, Dubai 2024
May 4, 2024

Everything you wanted to know about Sorana Cirstea (but never had time to find out)

Born in Romania, Sorana Cirstea is a two-time Grand Slam quarter-finalist and a...
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Carlos Alcaraz
May 3, 2024

Alcaraz ruled out of Rome

Carlos Alcaraz's troublesome arm continues to rule him out of events
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Ons Jabeur
April 29, 2024

“It’s a question of respect” – Ons Jabeur calls for better attitudes to women’s sport

The Tunisian says that there is still plenty to do to promote women's...
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Rafael Nadal
April 29, 2024

Rublev: Nadal’s serve is not quite the same

Andrey Rublev assessed Rafael Nadal's game from his unique vantage point
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Andrey Rublev
April 29, 2024

“It’s the same thing as with Nadal!” Furious Rublev argues with umpire

There was more drama at the Mutua Madrid Open as Andrey Rublev rowed...
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Danielle Collins
April 29, 2024

“You come out here and play!” Collins scolds rowdy spectator in Madrid

Danielle Collins would not stand for any disrespect in Madrid
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Jannik Sinner
April 27, 2024

“I haven’t changed because of the success” – Jannik Sinner on dreaming big

Jannik Sinner says his rise to the top of tennis has not changed...
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Thiago Monteiro
April 27, 2024

“One week can change your whole year” – Monteiro already planning ahead after Tsitsipas win

Thiago Monteiro was, of course, delighted after a landmark win in Madrid
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Stefanos Tsitsipas
April 27, 2024

Tsitsipas: “I felt out of rhythm the entire match”

Stefanos Tsitsipas spoke to the media immediately following his shock defeat in Madrid
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Rafael Nadal in Madrid
April 25, 2024

“I learnt nothing about my physical state today” – Nadal still undecided on Roland-Garros

Rafael Nadal refuses to confirm his plans for Paris until he has more...
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Rafael Nadal, Madrid 2024 Irina R/ Shutterstock/ SIPA
April 25, 2024

Nadal dominates against Blanch in one-sided Madrid encounter

Rafael Nadal had no problems against teenage wildcard Darwin Blanch
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Naomi Osaka
April 23, 2024

Naomi Osaka: “I have this thing about making history”

Naomi Osaka talked to Nick Kyrgios about her career, her ambitions, and her...
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Casper Ruud, Barcelona 2024
April 21, 2024

Ruud wreaks vengeance on Tsitsipas, wins Barcelona title

Seven days after they last met in a final, the Norwegian turned the...
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