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
September 29, 2023
Match Points: “If Djokovic has an edge on Alcaraz, it’s very slight”

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September 29, 2023
Sinner on Alcaraz rivalry: “I think at the moment he’s still a better player”
Jannik Sinner says he still has a way to go before he can...

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September 28, 2023
“Multiple Grand Slam winner and world No 1, absolutely” – Marion Bartoli on Coco Gauff
In the latest episode of Match Points, our esteemed trio weighs in on...

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September 28, 2023
Holger Rune is back at “100 percent” ahead of China Open debut
Winless since July, Holger Rune is back in good health and eager to...

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September 28, 2023
Two-sport phenom? Djokovic trades in racquet for driver at Ryder Cup
Novak Djokovic showed off a different type of grass game on Wednesday, as...

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September 25, 2023
“You get to enjoy it a lot more” – Laver Cup’s team element creates electricity for players and fans
In the nomadic world of professional tennis, players frequently find themselves on an...

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September 25, 2023
WTA rankings: Sakkari, Kenin, Wang Xiyu rising, Dolehide top 50 debut
Several players made the most of their time in Guadalajara, and their rankings...

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September 24, 2023
“They gave me strength” – how Sakkari used haters for fuel as she went from distraught to dominant after US Open disappointment
After notching her biggest career title, Maria Sakkari talks about what kept her...

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September 24, 2023
Shelton, Auger-Aliassime inspire each other at Laver Cup
Ben Shelton and Felix Auger-Aliassime are enjoying each other's company, and learning from...

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September 24, 2023
“It not only motivates me to play well, but to develop more” – Dimitrov on reaching the 400-win mark
After becoming the 11th active player to reach the 400-win mark, Grigor Dimitrov...

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September 24, 2023
Auger-Aliassime, Shelton put Team World on the brink of victory at Laver Cup
Ben Shelton and Felix Auger-Aliassime rolled past Gael Monfils and Hubert Hurkacz to...

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September 24, 2023
“I want to put on a show for you guys” – Tiafoe hammers Hurkacz to expand Team World’s lead
Frances Tiafoe put forth a flawless performance to defeat Hubert Hurkacz in straights...

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September 24, 2023
Maria Sakkari breaks through for maiden 1000 title in Guadalajara, 1603 days after her first WTA title
The Greek defeated unseeded American Caroline Dolehide at Guadalajara for her biggest career...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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