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

Matteo Berrettini
June 19, 2022

‘It gives me goosebumps’ – Berrettini defends Queen’s crown

The Italian is looking in good form ahead of Wimbledon
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Hubert Hurkacz
June 19, 2022

Hurkacz wins Halle title, trounces Medvedev

Hubert Hurkacz put in one of the most impressive performances of his career...
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Beatriz Haddad Maia
June 19, 2022

Haddad Maia sets up Birmingham final against doubles partner Zhang, beats Halep

The Brazilian is putting together an incredible streak ahead of Wimbledon
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Richard Krajicek and Tim van Rijthoven
June 19, 2022

Exclusive: ‘Mentality is the most important thing’ – Richard Krajicek on surprise champion Tim van Rijthoven and more

In an exclusive chat, the former Wimbledon champion casts his eye over the...
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Naomi Osaka
June 18, 2022

Naomi Osaka out of Wimbledon

Her ongoing problem with her Achilles has forced her out of the year's...
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Rafael Nadal
June 17, 2022

“I’m going to be a father!” Nadal confirms baby news

Some more wonderful news coming out of Rafael Nadal's latest press conference
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Rafael Nadal
June 17, 2022

Confirmed: Nadal plans to play Wimbledon… and the US Open

The news everyone has been waiting for
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Wimbledon crowd
June 15, 2022

17 questions about Wimbledon 2022: Russian ban, People’s Sunday, Serena Williams

Known for being the most traditional of Grand Slams, Wimbledon has some changes...
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Daniil Medvedev and Patrick Rafter
June 13, 2022

Why Daniil Medvedev is always happy to be world No 1 – no matter how long it lasts

The new world No 1 isn't the type to count days on a...
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Andy Murray
June 10, 2022

Master of grass Murray rids himself of bad Tsitsipas memories – maybe just in time for Wimbledon

Andy Murray returns to the scene of his greatest glories at the end...
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Rafael Nadal, Roland-Garros 2022
June 9, 2022

Ben Rothenberg on Match Points: “Nadal flirting with a line between courageous and dangerous”

In the new episode of Match Points, Ben Rothenberg thinks that Rafael Nadal...
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Emma Raducanu
June 8, 2022

Raducanu’s Wimbledon preparations under a cloud after latest setback

Another injury has forced the US Open champion out of another tournament
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Nick Kyrgios
June 8, 2022

‘Good to be back’ – Kyrgios returns to action after clay-court hiatus

The enfant terrible of the ATP Tour is back on court - and...
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Rafael Nadal, Roland-Garros 2022
June 5, 2022

Nadal: “I can’t continue as I am – I played with my foot under anesthesia”

The new Roland-Garros champion made a shock revelation after his record-breaking win over...
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Rafael Nadal
June 5, 2022

Nadal reigns supreme at Roland-Garros again after Ruud awakening

In the end, it was inevitable - a record-breaking win for Rafael Nadal...
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Rafael Nadal
June 5, 2022

Nadal wins 22nd Grand Slam title with straight-sets demolition of Ruud

Rafael Nadal won a 14th Roland-Garros title on Sunday, beating Casper Ruud 6-3,...
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Rafael Nadal on France Televisions, Roland-Garros 2022
June 5, 2022

Nadal gives more details on French TV : it’s possible he won’t be at Roland-Garros again, but he’ll do his best to come back

There will be no out-of-the-ordinary public statement from the 36-year-old...at least, not today
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Carlos Moya, Rafael Nadal, 2020
June 5, 2022

Nadal’s coach Moya: “His greatest achievement, if Rafa wins today”

Rafael Nadal's coach has been assessing his career achievements so far
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Alexander Zverev
June 5, 2022

‘Several torn ligaments’ – Zverev reveals initial diagnosis

A ligament injury may jeopardise Zverev's plans for the summer
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Iga Swiatek
June 4, 2022

The Swiatek streak continues! Iga wins a second Roland-Garros title

Iga Swiatek is the 2022 women's Roland-Garros champion
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Barry White and Kader Nouni
June 4, 2022

‘Some people were afraid of me because of my voice!’ Umpire Kader ‘Barry White’ Nouni on being the most distinctive official in tennis

The umpire has spoken to French media about having the most famous voice...
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