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

Elena Rybakina, Roland-Garros 2023
September 24, 2023

Rybakina irked after losing her bye in Tokyo

After not receiving a bye at Tokyo, Elena Rybakina expressed frustration with the...
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Felix Auger Aliassime
September 23, 2023

“Just trying to stand up for myself”- Auger-Aliassime explains his side of on-court drama with Monfils at Laver Cup

After a bizarre on-court moment with Gael Monfils in Laver Cup, Felix Auger-Aliassime...
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Laver Cup 2023, Team Europe
September 23, 2023

Team World goes undefeated on Day 1 of Laver Cup, as Tiafoe and Paul defeat Rublev and Fils

Team World completed the shutout over Team Europe, as Frances Tiafoe and Tommy...
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Felix Auger-Aliassime
September 23, 2023

Auger-Aliassime wins heated battle over Monfils, giving Team World 3-0 lead at Laver Cup

Felix Auger-Aliassime and Gael Monfils had some heated moments during their Laver Cup...
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Ben Shelton, US Open, 2023
September 23, 2023

“You could only hope to have a fighting spirit like him” – Ben Shelton, on how he takes inspiration from Nadal

When it comes to fighting spirit and professionalism, Ben Shelton says he has...
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Clara Tauson at 2023 Roland-Garros
September 21, 2023

After scary collapse in Guangzhou, Clara Tauson is recovering

Danish talent Clara Tauson had a scary incident in Guangzhou, and collapsed on...
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Emma Raducanu
September 21, 2023

“Next season I’ll be back” – Emma Raducanu announces plans to return to tour in 2024

Emma Raducanu reaffirmed her plans to return to the court in 2024. The...
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Roger Federer Laver Cup
September 21, 2023

Roger Federer, on how Laver Cup has exceeded his expectations, and potential captaincy

Since its inception in 2017, Laver Cup has captivated fans and connected the...
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Novak Djokovic Stefanos Tsitsipas Astana 2022
September 21, 2023

“He is no doubt the best” – Tsitsipas believes Novak Djokovic’s stats are untouchable, but Federer has impacted him the most

In an interview with Yannis Palaiologos, Stefanos opens up on Novak Djokovic's greatness,...
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Coco Gauff, US Open 2023
September 20, 2023

How Coco Gauff went from struggling teen to Grand Slam champion in one remarkable summer

From lost at sea to shining under the bright lights - here's how...
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Dan Evans 2023 Davis Cup | News Images / Panoramic
September 17, 2023

Great Britain scores dramatic victory over France to reach Davis Cup elite eight

Dan Evans and Neal Skupski saved four match points as they rallied past...
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Otto Virtanen 2023 Davis Cup | Imago / Panoramic
September 17, 2023

Finland shocks USA, Czechs defeat Serbia – Davis Cup Saturday recap

Finland earned its first berth in the last eight at Davis Cup, as...
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Grigor Dimitrov UTS Frankfurt
September 16, 2023

“G-Unit” Dimitrov qualifies for semi-finals despite loss to “The Iceman” Ruud

"G-Unit" Grigor Dimitrov rallied from two quarters down to force sudden death with...
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Benoît Paire UTS Frankfurt
September 16, 2023

“The Rebel” Benoit Paire qualifies for semi-finals with win over “The Thunder” Jan-Lennard Struff

"The Rebel" Benoit Paire booked his spot in the semi-finals at UTS Frankfurt...
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Coco Gauff US Open 2023
September 16, 2023

“She’s not going to stop at one” – former US Open champion Roddick thinks Coco Gauff has a Hall of Fame career ahead of her

Former US Open champion Andy Roddick says that Coco Gauff has multiple major...
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Casper Ruud 2023 Basel
September 15, 2023

“The Iceman” cometh – Ruud notches first UTS win with victory over “The Thunder” Struff

"The Iceman" Casper Ruud got his first win at UTS Frankfurt by Builder.ai,...
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Novak Djokovic Davis Cup | Zuma / Panoramic
September 15, 2023

Djokovic’s 20th consecutive Davis Cup singles win clinches victory for Serbia over Spain

Novak Djokovic answered the bell for Team Serbia, sending his team to the...
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Diego Schwartman, El Peque, at UTS Frankfurt
September 15, 2023

“El Peque” Diego Schwartzman shoots past “Rublo” Andrey Rublev, goes undefeated on UTS Day 1 in Frankfurt

"El Peque" Diego Schwartzman capped off an undefeated day on Friday at UTS...
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Qinwen Zheng WTA Elite Trophy 2023
September 5, 2023

Coach Wim Fissette about Qinwen Zheng: “Incredible athlete and worker, whose game needs to get cleaned up”

Wim Fissette has all the coaching experience in the world, and he can...
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Quiz US Open
August 25, 2023

Quiz: 15 questions to test your US Open knowledge!

Are you up to speed on your US Open history? Then prove it...
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Serena Williams US Open 2022
August 22, 2023

Serena Williams gives birth to second daughter, Adira River Ohanian

The 23-time Grand Slam champion is now a mother of two, and Olympia...
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