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
August 25, 2022
Djokovic withdraws from the US Open and his Grand Slam season is over
Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the 2022 US Open due to the fact...
Chris Oddo
August 25, 2022
Serena’s last dance, popcorn first-rounders, Swiatek’s path – what you need to know about the US Open women’s singles draw
The women's singles draw at the US Open has produced several mouthwatering week...
Chris Oddo
August 25, 2022
“She’s never set any limits in tennis or in life” – Chris Evert blown away by Serena Williams’ fearlessness
Chris Evert says that Serena Williams fearlessness is the quality that has most...
Chris Oddo
August 25, 2022
Another Wimbledon success – Petra Kvitova reveals engagement to Jiri Vanek
The Czech star has created another stunning Wimbledon memory to cherish.
Chris Oddo
August 24, 2022
Two-time Slam champion Azarenka dropped from “Tennis Plays for Peace” Exhibition
Victoria Azarenka has been removed from the "Tennis Plays for Peace" roster though...
Chris Oddo
August 24, 2022
Angelique Kerber announces pregnancy as she withdraws from the US Open
The three-time champion is pregnant and will take some time away from the...
Chris Oddo
August 24, 2022
“I know one day I’ll hold the trophy there” – Coco Gauff believes in her US Open future
For Coco Gauff, evolution is part of the process. At just 18, she's...
Chris Oddo
August 23, 2022
Nadal leads ATP’s race for No 1 at US Open
When it comes to the ATP's No 1 ranking after the US Open,...
Chris Oddo
August 23, 2022
US Open qualifying: rising stars, legends – ten players to watch in the draw
Gilles Simon, Eugenie Bouchard and Fernando Verdasco are just a few of the...
Chris Oddo
August 22, 2022
WTA rankings: Garcia returns to top-20, Kvitova and Keys rise
Caroline Garcia is the biggest riser inside the WTA's top-100 this week, and...
Chris Oddo
August 22, 2022
ATP rankings: Coric jumps to 29, Tsitsipas back in top-5, Norrie hits high
Borna Coric's Cincinnati has propelled him 123 spots in the rankings and earned...
Chris Oddo
August 22, 2022
Still not ready after ankle surgery, Alexander Zverev withdraws from the US Open
The German isn't quite healed from the ankle injury he suffered at Roland-Garros...
Chris Oddo
August 15, 2022
ATP rankings: Draper pops, Kyrgios rocks, Carreno Busta to 14
Jack Draper is on the cusp of the top-50 after reaching his first...
Chris Oddo
August 15, 2022
WTA rankings report: top-20 debut for Haddad Maia, Halep rises to 6
Beatriz Haddad Maia and Simona Halep are two of the biggest risers in...
Chris Oddo
August 15, 2022
Sour year turned sweet – Carreno Busta comes to life to capture Montreal title
Pablo Carreno Busta took flight in Montreal and powered past Hubert Hurkacz to...
Chris Oddo
August 14, 2022
Back on top – Halep notches biggest title of 2022, and a return to top-10
Simona Halep produced a vintage perormance, gutting out a three-set victory over surging...
Chris Oddo
August 13, 2022
Nadal’s path, Djokovic out, first-rounders to watch – what you need to know about the Cincinnati draw
Rafael Nadal is set to take a run at the No 1 ranking...
Chris Oddo
August 13, 2022
Serena v Raducanu – get ready for early excitement as Cincinnati draw is out!
The Serena Williams farewell tour continues in Cincinnati with a blockbuster first-rounder against...
Chris Oddo
August 12, 2022
Race for ATP No 1 heats up again as Nadal arrives in Cincinnati
The No 1 ranking could go back to Rafael Nadal after Cincinnati. Here's...
Mathieu Canac
August 11, 2022
Opportunity knocks for Ruud – and others – as seeds fall in Montreal
With four out of the top five seeds falling at the first hurdle...
Chris Oddo
August 11, 2022
Serena Williams bids emotional farewell to Toronto after loss to Bencic
Serena Williams said the first of many goodbyes tonight in Toronto, after a...
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