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
February 7, 2022
Peng interview with L’équipe changes nothing for WTA CEO Steve Simon
WTA CEO Steve Simon said in a statement that Peng Shuai's recent interview...
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January 31, 2022
Retirement not in the conversation after Nadal’s unexpected Australian Open triumph
Rafael Nadal made history in Melbourne by recording his 21st major title, and...
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January 28, 2022
Nadal the most deserving of GOAT status among Big Three? Here’s what we found…
Making the GOAT case for King of Clay Rafael Nadal. The Spaniard deserves...
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January 28, 2022
For Nadal, the road to Melbourne was harrowing, and the joy he now feels is sublime
Rafael Nadal fought back tears after his semi-final victory on Friday night in...
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January 28, 2022
Gunning for 21 – Nadal defeats Berrettini to reach Australian Open final
Rafael Nadal pushed past Matteo Berrettini in four sets to reach his 29th...
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January 27, 2022
Efremova and Darderi beaten as Les Petits As loses two big attractions in round two
The Mondial Lacoste, the unofficial world championship for the under-14s, takes place in...
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January 25, 2022
Never say die – Nadal conquers fatigue and Shapovalov to reach Australian Open semi-final
Rafael Nadal nearly squandered a two sets to love lead but eventually powered...
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January 25, 2022
For Madison Keys, good vibes make the tennis thrive in Australia
After a dismal 2021 season that felt like "having a weight on her...
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January 25, 2022
Australian Open changes course on #WhereIsPengShuai protests
A few days after stressing that they prohibited any type of political statements...
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January 25, 2022
Perfect 10 – Keys rides the hot hand past Krejcikova and into Australian Open semi-finals
Madison Keys broke open a tight first set and raced past Barbora Krejcikova...
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January 23, 2022
Plot twist! – another of Rafael Nadal’s biggest obstacles gets picked off at the Australian Open
Rafael Nadal is now the highest-seeded player left in the top half of...
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January 23, 2022
Australian Open confiscated “Where is Peng Shuai?” banners, sparking a GoFundMe page with bigger aim
When a fan had his "Where is Peng Shuai?" banners and t-shirts confiscated,...
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January 23, 2022
Inspired Krejcikova tops Azarenka to set quarter-final clash with Keys at Australian Open
Barbora Krejcikova waltzed past Victoria Azarenka to claim a spot in her first...
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January 23, 2022
Keys to victory – American cruises past Badosa in jaw-dropping fashion
American Madison Keys produced inspiring tennis from start to finish as she raced...
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January 21, 2022
Berrettini, bossing the biggest points, survives the comeback bid of talented teen Alcaraz
The highly anticipated battle between Matteo Berrettini and Carlos Alcaraz lived up the...
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January 21, 2022
Monfils catching fire in Melbourne – Frenchman primed to benefit from hole left in draw by Djokovic’s absence
Gael Monfils reached the round of 16 with a decisive win over Cristian...
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January 21, 2022
Badosa turning up the power to achieve greatest success at Australian Open
Paula Badosa is breaking new ground on hard courts thanks to a newfound...
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January 21, 2022
Ruthless Victoria Azarenka reaches week two of Australian Open by dropping nine games in three matches
Two-time champion Victoria Azarenka has been invincible in her first three matches at...
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January 16, 2022
End of the saga : Djokovic’s visa remains revoked and he will not participate in Australian Open
The latest appeal of Novak Djokovic to have his visa reinstated has been...
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January 16, 2022
Australian Open Day 1 schedule, featuring Novak Djokovic on Rod Laver Arena
The schedule for Day 1 of the 2022 Australian Open features Novak Djokovic...
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January 15, 2022
‘No one is bigger than the tournament’ – focus on the tennis, urge players ahead of Australian Open
The show must go on. Giving reporters a dose of perspective, Rafael Nadal...
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