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
November 4, 2022
“Signs of improvement on all surfaces” – Djokovic impressed by surging Musetti, and wary of the challenge
Away from the spotlight, 20-year-old Lorenzo Musetti continues to make his case as...
Chris Oddo
November 4, 2022
Swiatek continues to dominate at WTA Finals, dispatching Garcia in straights
World No 1 Iga Swiatek remained undefeated at the WTA Finals in Fort...
Chris Oddo
November 3, 2022
“If nothing happens, I hope to be there” – After rough ride in Paris, Nadal wants to play Turin
Rafael Nadal plans to participate in this year's Nitto ATP Finals, which begin...
Chris Oddo
November 3, 2022
Sakkari stops Sabalenka – surging Greek is the first to qualify for semis in Fort Worth
The Greek fought off a late rally by Sabalenka to remain undefeated at...
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November 3, 2022
Surging Felix Auger-Aliassime on lessons learned and how he is now able to “deny defeat”
Felix Auger-Aliassime has made the jump from underachiever to "refuse to lose" closer...
Chris Oddo
November 3, 2022
Jabeur flicks the switch and rallies past Pegula to stay in contention at WTA Finals
Ons Jabeur notched a critical victory, rallying from a set down to defeat...
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November 2, 2022
Cirstea – Adidas “were telling me it’s better to be beautiful in top 10, top 20 than less beautiful and No 1”
The Romanian star hits out at Adidas for valuing players more for their...
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November 2, 2022
“Hopefully, we’re gonna see a full house soon” – Swiatek hopes Fort Worth fans start showing up for WTA Finals
Crowds have been smaller than expected at this year's WTA Finals in Fort...
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November 2, 2022
“The most important thing was staying positive” – Caroline Garcia shakes off stress to defeat Gauff in WTA Finals opener
Caroline Garcia rediscovered her winning ways on Tuesday, taking out Coco Gauff in...
Chris Oddo
November 2, 2022
Swiatek off to flying start in Fort Worth – world No 1 eases past Kasatkina in straights
World No 1 Iga Swiatek swiftly moved to the top of the table...
Chris Oddo
October 28, 2022
“On court there’s no friends” – Alcaraz moves past Carreno Busta to set popcorn semi with Auger-Aliassime in Basel
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Pablo Carreno Busta 6-3, 6-4 on Friday afternoon and will...
Chris Oddo
October 28, 2022
“This level… I have been looking for it for a long, long time” – confident Medvedev dispatches Sinner in Vienna
Daniil Medvedev beat Jannik Sinner 6-4, 6-2 on Friday afternoon. He'll play Bulgarian...
Chris Oddo
October 28, 2022
Next stop 2023 – Thiem shuts down season, but holds high hopes for what comes next
Dominic Thiem's return to the top-100 will have to wait until next year,...
Chris Oddo
October 28, 2022
Bianca Andreescu and coach Sven Groeneveld have parted ways
The former US Open champ is in the market for a new coach...
Chris Oddo
October 27, 2022
“It’s usually not easy to play after an injury” – 100 percent fit Medvedev spoils party for Thiem in Vienna
Top-seeded Daniil Medvedev edged Dominic Thiem in a physical straight-set encounter on Thursday...
Chris Oddo
October 25, 2022
Stan with a plan – Wawrinka scores stunner over Ruud in Basel
Stan Wawrinka kicked off his 15th appearance at the Swiss Indoors Basel with...
Chris Oddo
October 25, 2022
Thiem dream! Austrian saves two match points for emotional win over Tommy Paul in Vienna
Dominic Thiem battled from the brink to earn a magical victory over Tommy...
Chris Oddo
October 25, 2022
Swiss Indoors: Molcan earns second-round clash with Rinderknech
Alex Molcan edged out Mackenzie McDonald 5-7, 6-4, 7-5 on Tuesday and will...
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October 25, 2022
Late rally helps Murray survive Safiullin in Basel
Making his first appearance in Basel in 17 years, Andy Murray rallied for...
Chris Oddo
October 24, 2022
Nadal set for competition at Paris Masters and ATP Finals in Turin, says coach Carlos Moya
According to coach Carlos Moya, Rafael Nadal is ready and making plans to...
Chris Oddo
October 24, 2022
Alcaraz pushed to the bitter end by Draper as he wins in his Basel debut
Carlos Alcaraz began his seventh week atop the ATP's rankings with a win...
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