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

Coco Gauff, US Open 2022
September 3, 2022

“I always root for him, no matter who he’s playing” – Coco Gauff shares her reasons for Kyrgios fandom

The 18-year-old American says she's rooting for Nick Kyrgios in New York, and...
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Medvedev US Open 2022
September 3, 2022

“Great for him and great for tennis” Medvedev surprised and impressed by Kyrgios’ 2022 revival

Having already suffered a loss to Nick Kyrgios this summer, Daniil Medvedev knows...
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Nick Kyrgios 2022 US Open
September 3, 2022

“I always carry this chip on my shoulder” Kyrgios wants to prove his big stage chops again against Medvedev

The Aussie is beyond excited for another chance to prove the haters wrong...
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Serena Williams, US Open 2022
September 2, 2022

“I am just Serena”: the legend said goodbye, the champion woke up

Beating the world No 2 changes all of Serena Williams' US Open prospects
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Linda Fruhvirtova, 2022
September 1, 2022

A glimpse of the future in New York as Linda Fruhvirtova puts new sister act on the map

Remember the name, the tournament and the year. The 2022 US Open marks...
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Jack Draper at the 2022 National Bank Open in Montreal
September 1, 2022

“I’ve known my tennis ability has been good for a long time now” – Brit Jack Draper growing in confidence on the Grand Slam stage

In just his third Grand Slam main draw, Great Britain's Jack Draper strutting...
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Serena Williams 2022 US Open
September 1, 2022

“I never get to play like this, with nothing to lose, since 1998” – Serena embracing the underdog role at US Open

Serena Williams an underdog? The American icon believes it, and she's making it...
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Naomi Osaka US Open 2022
August 31, 2022

“I’m beginning to feel like I can’t hit the shots that I know I can” – Osaka low on confidence after tricky Grand Slam season

Confidence wavered as injuries hindered Naomi Osaka's 2022 Grand Slam season.
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Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his second round match at the Dubai Tennis Championships
August 25, 2022

Djokovic withdraws from the US Open and his Grand Slam season is over

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the 2022 US Open due to the fact...
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Serena Williams at the 2022 Western and Southern Open in Cincinnati
August 25, 2022

Serena’s last dance, popcorn first-rounders, Swiatek’s path – what you need to know about the US Open women’s singles draw

The women's singles draw at the US Open has produced several mouthwatering week...
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Serena Williams and Chris Evert
August 25, 2022

“She’s never set any limits in tennis or in life” – Chris Evert blown away by Serena Williams’ fearlessness

Chris Evert says that Serena Williams fearlessness is the quality that has most...
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Petra Kvitova
August 25, 2022

Another Wimbledon success – Petra Kvitova reveals engagement to Jiri Vanek

The Czech star has created another stunning Wimbledon memory to cherish.
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Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka, 2019
August 24, 2022

Two-time Slam champion Azarenka dropped from “Tennis Plays for Peace” Exhibition

Victoria Azarenka has been removed from the "Tennis Plays for Peace" roster though...
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Anqelique Kerber Australian Open
August 24, 2022

Angelique Kerber announces pregnancy as she withdraws from the US Open

The three-time champion is pregnant and will take some time away from the...
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Coco Gauff at the 2022 National Bank Open in Toronto
August 24, 2022

“I know one day I’ll hold the trophy there” – Coco Gauff believes in her US Open future

For Coco Gauff, evolution is part of the process. At just 18, she's...
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Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros 2022
August 23, 2022

Nadal leads ATP’s race for No 1 at US Open

When it comes to the ATP's No 1 ranking after the US Open,...
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Linda Noskova, Prague 2022
August 23, 2022

US Open qualifying: rising stars, legends – ten players to watch in the draw

Gilles Simon, Eugenie Bouchard and Fernando Verdasco are just a few of the...
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Caroline Garcia, Cincinnati 2022
August 22, 2022

WTA rankings: Garcia returns to top-20, Kvitova and Keys rise

Caroline Garcia is the biggest riser inside the WTA's top-100 this week, and...
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Borna Coric, Cincinnati 2022
August 22, 2022

ATP rankings: Coric jumps to 29, Tsitsipas back in top-5, Norrie hits high

Borna Coric's Cincinnati has propelled him 123 spots in the rankings and earned...
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Alexander Zverev, Roland-Garros 2022
August 22, 2022

Still not ready after ankle surgery, Alexander Zverev withdraws from the US Open

The German isn't quite healed from the ankle injury he suffered at Roland-Garros...
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Jack Draper 2024
August 15, 2022

ATP rankings: Draper pops, Kyrgios rocks, Carreno Busta to 14

Jack Draper is on the cusp of the top-50 after reaching his first...
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