Chris Oddo

Based in the Golden State of California, Chris is a freelance sportswriter, podcaster, blogger, stat geek and Twitter hooligan who has been covering the pro tennis tours for over a decade. He is also a contributor at USOpen.org, Rolandgarros.com, TennisTV.com, WTAtennis.com, Westernsouthern.com and TennisNow.com. A native New Yorker, Chris grew up loving John McEnroe, and doesn't regret it one bit. These days he plays no favorites and the mission is simple: honor the grand game of tennis and don't close the laptop until the story is finished.

Latest articles

Liam Broady - (c) AI / Reuters / Panoramic
July 6, 2023

“It’s the pinnacle” – Liam Broady celebrates “monumental” Wimbledon masterpiece

A lifelong dream came true for Liam Broady on Centre Court today, as...
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Matteo Berrettini, US Open 2022
July 6, 2023

“I know in my heart I want to play this tournament” – He’s lacking form, but Matteo Berrettini has the will to compete at Wimbledon

He didn't expect to be ready for Wimbledon, but somehow he made it....
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All on the table, tennis talk like never before
July 6, 2023

Game changers: Tiafoe, Eubanks and Shelton want to push tennis forward 

It's all about passion and paying it forward for three Americans who have...
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Stefanos Tsitsipas
July 5, 2023

Joyful, but a little bit empty – Tsitsipas explains dramatic win over Thiem and looks ahead to Murray clash

The philosophical Greek explained his dramatic victory in uncertain terms, and looked ahead...
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Djokovic 2023 Wimbledon Action Plus / Panoramic
July 5, 2023

Djokovic battles past Thompson for 350th Grand Slam win

Novak Djokovic weathered a stern test from Australia's Jordan Thompson to reach the...
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Tsitsidosa Mallorca 2023 | Imago / Panoramic
July 5, 2023

Tsitsipas and Badosa headline Wimbledon mixed doubles draw

A budding romance between Stefanos Tsitsipas and Paula Badosa has fueled an appearance...
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Andy Murray Wimbledon 2023 | Action Plus / Panoramic
July 5, 2023

“Playing well enough to beat most of the players in the draw,” confident Murray looks forward to next

Confidence, experience, and a quick first-round match. Things are working in Andy Murray's...
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July 4, 2023

Ash Barty becomes a mom

The three-time major champion has given birth to baby Hayden.
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Ons Jabeur, Stuttgart (Zuma _ Panoramic)
July 4, 2023

Jabeur on WTA in Saudi Arabia – “If it benefits the players, I’m 100 percent there”

Ons Jabeur believes that the WTA should embrace the idea of going to...
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Iga Swiatek Wimbledon 2023 | Fotoarena / Panoramic
July 3, 2023

“It’s easier for it to click this year” – Why Iga Swiatek is primed to play her best tennis at Wimbledon

As she makes her fourth Wimbledon main draw appearance, world No 1 Iga...
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Nick Kyrgios US Open withdrawal
July 2, 2023

Kyrgios Pulls out of Wimbledon with torn ligament in wrist

The Aussie encountered more physical problems during his Wimbledon warmup and has been...
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Carlos Alcaraz Wimbledon 2023 | Action Plus / Panoramic
July 2, 2023

Here’s how Novak Djokovic can take back the No 1 ranking at Wimbledon

The ATP's No 1 ranking is up for grabs once again at Wimbledon....
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Carlos Alcaraz, Queen's, 2023
July 2, 2023

“The confidence grew up a lot” – After Queen’s Club breakthrough, Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon expectations are sky high

After a perfect grass-court warmup in London, confident world No 1 Alcaraz sets...
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Nick Kyrgios at the 2022 Wimbledon Championships
July 2, 2023

“My body was crying out for some sort of rest” – Kyrgios opens up on brutal period and Wimbledon hopes

He felt like he was ready to win a Grand Slam when 2023...
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Iga Swiatek, Wimbledon 2023
July 2, 2023

“She looks like she’s coming to terms with grass” – Swiatek a solid pick for breakout Wimbledon

Iga Swiatek has lagged behind on the grass - and at Wimbledon -...
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Novak Djokovic, Roland-Garros 2023
July 2, 2023

“The debate is closed” – Why Djokovic stands above his Big Three Rivals

In the latest episode of Match Points, Marion Bartoli and Simon Cambers said...
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Cori Gauff and Serena Williams, before 2020 Australian Open
July 2, 2023

Love, grit, fight – Coco Gauff on why Venus Williams inspires her

Coco Gauff wasn't even born when Venus Williams made her Wimbledon debut 26...
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Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, talks with Daniil Medvedev, of Russia, during the trophy presentation after the men's singles final at the 2021 U.S. Open tennis tournament
July 2, 2023

“I don’t know how he does it” – Djokovic never ceases to amaze, says Daniil Medvedev

Praise for Novak Djokovic, who he calls the greatest, and hope for his...
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Djokovic Wimbledon 2023 | Imago / Panoramic
July 1, 2023

What historical milestones will be notched at Wimbledon this year?

This year's championships could mark a pivot point in the history of our...
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Anhelina Kalinina
May 20, 2023

“I really hope that I give a tiny, small light” – Every Kalinina victory in Rome is a victory for Ukraine

Anhelina Kalinina hopes that her tremendous performance in Rome helps to bring a...
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Elena Rybakina Rome 2023 | AI / Reuters / Panoramic
May 19, 2023

Surging Rybakina blasts past Ostapenko into Rome final

Elena Rybakina won against Jelena Ostapenko 6-2, 6-4 on Friday evening and will...
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