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
February 18, 2024
Delray Beach final between Fritz and Paul postponed due to rain
Rain in Delray Beach forced the tournament to reschedule the final between Taylor...
Chris Oddo
February 18, 2024
Don’t worry, the one-handed backhand isn’t gone from the ATP Tour – yet
The one-hander is nearly extinct on the ATP Tour, but there are still...
Chris Oddo
February 17, 2024
Alcaraz: “I don’t consider myself a star”
Carlos Alcaraz doesn't think of himself as a star, or a phenom. He...
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February 16, 2024
“I think the sport needs him” – Jannik Sinner wants Gael Monfils to keep going
At 37 years of age Gael Monfils still has what it takes to...
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February 15, 2024
Suspension reduced: Jenson Brooksby can return in March
Jenson Brooksby has been granted a reprieve from the ITIA and will be...
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February 15, 2024
Maria Sakkari and longtime coach Tom Hill end six-year partnership
The Greek ended her productive partnership with longtime coach Tom Hill after six...
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February 15, 2024
Venus Williams and Caroline Wozniacki granted Indian Wells wild cards
The BNP Paribas Open has awarded wild cards to Venus Williams and Caroline...
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February 14, 2024
Nadal to miss Doha, targeting Indian Wells return
Rafael Nadal is still not 100 percent fit, and unlikely to play in...
Chris Oddo
January 29, 2024
“Daniil went to hell and back in this tournament” – even in heartbreaking defeat, Medvedev draws rave reviews
Though Medvedev suffered a heartbreaking defeat, he demonstrated the steel will that has...
Chris Oddo
January 29, 2024
ATP rankings: the gap closes at the top as Sinner and Medvedev move up
Novak Djokovic remains at No 1, but the gap is closing beneath. In...
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January 29, 2024
WTA rankings: Sabalenka closes gap on Swiatek again, Zheng makes top 10 debut
Aryna Sabalenka moved within 865 points of the No 1 ranking with her...
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January 22, 2024
“I feel like I’m at a good place” – despite disappointment, Svitolina is proud of the work she has done during her comeback
It was a rough ending for Elina Svitolina but she is nevertheless proud...
Chris Oddo
January 22, 2024
Andreeva is reluctant to give advice to aspiring juniors: “I’m not a star”
The 16-year-old regrets elements of her performance in the round of 16 against...
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January 20, 2024
Li Na’s advice to Zheng Qinwen: Keep it simple
A special meeting with former champion and Chinese legend Li Na made Zheng...
Chris Oddo
January 20, 2024
Adrian Mannarino, like fine wine, keeps getting better
At 35 and a half, Adrian Mannarino is thriving on tour and playing...
Chris Oddo
January 19, 2024
Sinner serving up wins – and smiles – at 2024 Australian Open
Learning to be more consistent on serve or more dynamic in the forecourt...
Chris Oddo
January 19, 2024
“The energy was crazy” – Anna Blinkova talks about coming through the longest tiebreak in Grand Slam history
Anna Blinkova and Elena Rybakina created the most memorable moment of week one...
Chris Oddo
January 19, 2024
Survival mode: Medvedev demonstrates Grand Slam steel in latest comeback from two sets down
You can't win a Grand Slam if you lose in the second round....
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January 15, 2024
Coco Gauff worked on serve with Andy Roddick during off-season
The American spent time with one or the best servers in men's tennis...
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January 15, 2024
Cervara: “Being between Novak and the Alcaraz generation, it must be a driving force for Daniil”
Gilles Cervara builds a bridge between Daniil Medvedev’s excellent 2023 season and a...
Cédric Rouquette
January 14, 2024
Berrettini’s injury woes continue – Italian pulls out of Australian Open, cancelling blockbuster tilt with Tsitsipas
The former world No 6 has more bad injury luck to report. He'll...
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