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 11, 2022
Nadal’s fit and committed to playing in Cincinnati, where he has a shot of becoming No 1
The Spaniard plans to rock up at the Western and Southern Open next...
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August 11, 2022
“I couldn’t handle the pressure” – disappointed Alcaraz miffed after loss in Montreal
A disappointed Carlos Alcaraz admitted that he still has a lot of learn...
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August 10, 2022
Kyrgios continues blazing form, defeating world No 1 Medvedev in Montreal
Nick Kyrgios defeated Daniil Medvedev 6-7 (2), 6-4, 6-2 on Wednesday evening and...
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August 2, 2022
“Right now I’m not seeing lots of positives” -Murray concerned about cramping issues after early Citi Open loss
After his tough loss to Mikael Ymer on Monday in D.C., Andy Murray...
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August 2, 2022
“It was really good times with Wim” – now coached by father, Naomi Osaka explains split with Wim Fissette
It will be all in the family for Osaka this summer. The four-time...
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August 1, 2022
WTA rankings report – 17-year-old Noskova into top-100, top-50 debut for Potapova
Czech teen Linda Noskova rises 18 spots and becomes the only women under...
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August 1, 2022
ATP rankings report – Alcaraz hits No 4, career-highs for Musetti, Baez, Cressy
Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest ATP player to hold a top-4 ranking since...
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August 1, 2022
De Minaur throttles Brooksby to capture second Atlanta title
Alex de Minaur improve to 9-1 lifetime at the Atlanta Open with a...
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July 31, 2022
Unseeded megastars, Osaka’s return, Sakkari top seed – three things to know about next week’s Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic in San Jose
The stacked 32-player draw in San Jose features four former Grand Slam champions,...
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July 30, 2022
At Citi Open, Tournament Director Mark Ein pledges to match Andy Murray’s contributions to Ukraine
The Scot has already donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to Ukrainian children...
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July 30, 2022
Hopeful Djokovic trains on hard courts – “I am preparing as if I will be allowed to compete”
Novak Djokovic remains hopeful - and positive - about his chances of playing...
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July 30, 2022
NCAA in the U.S. – a vehicle to the pros, Norrie, Collins, McEnroe, Brady, Isner, 10 questions about college tennis
College tennis in the U.S. has long been a pathway to the ATP...
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July 30, 2022
Citi Open 2022 – Who is playing? Where are the draws? What are the key storylines? Five things you need to know…
The North American hard court swing will kick into high gear next week...
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July 21, 2022
Teodor Davidov in dad’s eyes – the ambidextrous phenom is evolving on and off the court
11-year-old Teodor Davidoff is making waves as a rising ambidextrous player with two...
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July 17, 2022
Rusty gets his due – Legendary Lleyton Hewitt goes into the Hall of Fame
Aussie Legend Lleyton Hewitt was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame...
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July 16, 2022
Progress made: disappointed with loss to Bublik at Newport, Murray vows to continue quest
Andy Murray will crack the ATP's top-50 for the first time since 2018...
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July 15, 2022
It’s a boy! – Maria Sharapova gives birth to baby Theodore
The legendary Russian is a mother. She shared the news on Instagram, posting...
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July 13, 2022
With Wimbledon in rearview, Andy Murray sets sights on rising into US Open
An injury derailed Andy Murray's preparation at Wimbledon, where he lost to John...
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July 12, 2022
“It’s a long time” – Dominic Thiem returns to the ATP winner’s circle after 426 days
Dominic Thiem's long journey back to the winner's circle is complete. The former...
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July 10, 2022
‘My level is right there’ – Nick Kyrgios missed his chance at tennis immortality, but feels confident after loss to Djokovic
Nick Kyrgios was a step from his own slice of tennis immortality on...
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July 10, 2022
The GOAT race heats up as Novak Djokovic, looking like his old self, wins his 21st major title at Wimbledon
Novak Djokovic is one shy of Rafael Nadal in the all-time men's singles...
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