Carrie Dunn
Carrie Dunn is a sports writer. She has written for the Times, the Guardian, and Eurosport.co.uk as well as for the ITF, the WTA and Kosmos Tennis, providing English language support for their relaunch of the Davis Cup. She was delighted to join the Tennis Majors team in the summer of 2020. She is a regular voice on radio as a pundit, co-commentator and expert analyst across sports. She has a PhD in sports sociology, and in academia has published widely on women’s sport, fandom, and sporting history. She is a keen if slow amateur runner, finishing two marathons and countless half-marathons (so far).
Latest articles
June 1, 2023
Roland-Garros: Jabeur through to third round
Ons Jabeur beat Oceane Dodin 6-2, 6-3 on Thursday. She'll face Serb qualifier...
Carrie Dunn
June 1, 2023
‘Djokovic has 22 Grand Slams – I want 25!’ Mirra Andreeva’s quest continues at Roland-Garros
We already know how Mirra Andreeva feels about Andy Murray - now she...
Carrie Dunn
May 31, 2023
‘Bad momentum’ – Disappointed Garcia self-critical after shock defeat to Blinkova
Nobody is more disappointed than Caroline Garcia with her failure in the second...
Carrie Dunn
May 31, 2023
‘It would make me play better!’ Bianca Andreescu on celebrities, McSteamy, and feeling old
The Canadian had plenty to say in a cheery press conference after she...
Carrie Dunn
May 31, 2023
‘I never even played Serena!’ Iga Swiatek on why she doesn’t think about tennis history
Iga Swiatek doesn't keep track of the history and statistics - she's focused...
Carrie Dunn
May 31, 2023
‘This has been my best year on clay’ – Fritz in ominous form at Roland-Garros
Taylor Fritz has already said he's not sure if he's good on clay...
Carrie Dunn
May 30, 2023
‘I’ll try not to be the reason I lose’ – Former Roland-Garros runner-up Coco Gauff on positivity and dealing with pressure
Coco Gauff is a fixture on the women's tour, but she's still only...
Carrie Dunn
May 30, 2023
‘We’re going to the finals!’ Coco Gauff on Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler joy
Coco Gauff might be in Europe but she's following all the action from...
Carrie Dunn
May 30, 2023
‘Andy Murray texted to wish me good luck – maybe that’s why I’m playing well!’ Mirra Andreeva on Roland-Garros dreams
The youngest woman to qualify for Roland-Garros this millennium thinks she knows why...
Carrie Dunn
May 30, 2023
‘Stressed’ Jabeur reaches Roland-Garros second round
Ons Jabeur defeated Lucia Bronzetti 6-4, 6-1 on Tuesday and will face the...
Carrie Dunn
May 29, 2023
‘War has changed me in so many ways’: Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina on her new outlook
Elina Svitolina earnt her first Grand Slam match win since becoming a mother...
Carrie Dunn
May 29, 2023
‘We’re not going to shake hands with them, it doesn’t matter what tournament it is’ – Ukraine’s Yastremska on handshake controversy
The Ukrainian is the latest player to make her feelings known on the...
Carrie Dunn
May 29, 2023
Roland-Garros: Auger-Aliassime and Thiem out, as Norrie battles through
Fabio Fognini beat Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 6-4, 6-3 on Monday afternoon. He'll face...
Carrie Dunn
May 29, 2023
“It was an amazing match!” Norrie fights past Paire in five, moves into Roland-Garros second round
Cameron Norrie beat Benoit Paire 7-5, 4-6, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 on Monday and...
Carrie Dunn
May 28, 2023
‘The stands are quiet – the noise is online’ – the dark side of social media for women’s tennis
At Roland-Garros in 2023, France's Leolie Jeanjean has spoken about the "abuse and...
Carrie Dunn
May 17, 2023
Nadal to hold press conference on Thursday amidst Roland-Garros fears
Suspicions are growing that Nadal will miss his favourite Grand Slam
Carrie Dunn
May 17, 2023
Djokovic still confident for Roland-Garros run despite Rune defeat
Djokovic says he still fancies his chances against anyone when it comes to...
Carrie Dunn
May 16, 2023
Eye of the Coach #75: Why Rybakina’s game is a nightmare for Swiatek
In the latest episode of Eye of the Coach, Patrick Mouratoglou explains why...
Carrie Dunn
May 15, 2023
‘My name is Fabian Marozsan – hi, guys!’ Conqueror of Alcaraz says his life won’t change
Fabian Marozsan had to start at the very beginning when he spoke to...
Carrie Dunn
May 15, 2023
‘I couldn’t follow his level’ – Alcaraz admits surprise at Marozsan upset
Carlos Alcaraz is out of Rome and hoping for some rest ahead of...
Carrie Dunn
May 15, 2023
Shock of the tournament in Rome as Alcaraz falls to qualifier Marozsan
Fabian Marozsan defeated Carlos Alcaraz 6-3, 7-6 (4) on Monday and will face...
Carrie Dunn