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
July 10, 2023
“He’s on fire again” – Medvedev looks ahead to Eubanks challenge
Daniil Medvedev is not taking his quarter-final clash with unheralded but en fuego...
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July 10, 2023
Azarenka: Focusing on handshakes and boos is a “shame”
After getting booed at Wimbledon, Victoria Azarenka takes the high road and tells...
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July 9, 2023
“I’m Top 10 in the word, I played like I didn’t have an ATP point” – Frances Tiafoe vows to bounce back after dismal Wimbledon defeat
He came to Wimbledon with high hopes, but finishes in bitter disappointment. Frances...
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July 8, 2023
Big dreaming Ben Shelton wants to be best in show
He's 20 and hasn't even played 50 matches on tour yet, but American...
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July 7, 2023
Superstars watching superstars – Tiafoe and Eubanks on the interaction of tennis and celebrity
When sports and culture meet and vibe off one another, that's the place...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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...
Chris Oddo
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...
Chris Oddo
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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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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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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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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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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