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

Roger Federer Laver Cup
September 21, 2023

Roger Federer, on how Laver Cup has exceeded his expectations, and potential captaincy

Since its inception in 2017, Laver Cup has captivated fans and connected the...
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Novak Djokovic Stefanos Tsitsipas Astana 2022
September 21, 2023

“He is no doubt the best” – Tsitsipas believes Novak Djokovic’s stats are untouchable, but Federer has impacted him the most

In an interview with Yannis Palaiologos, Stefanos opens up on Novak Djokovic's greatness,...
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Coco Gauff, US Open 2023
September 20, 2023

How Coco Gauff went from struggling teen to Grand Slam champion in one remarkable summer

From lost at sea to shining under the bright lights - here's how...
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Dan Evans 2023 Davis Cup | News Images / Panoramic
September 17, 2023

Great Britain scores dramatic victory over France to reach Davis Cup elite eight

Dan Evans and Neal Skupski saved four match points as they rallied past...
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Otto Virtanen 2023 Davis Cup | Imago / Panoramic
September 17, 2023

Finland shocks USA, Czechs defeat Serbia – Davis Cup Saturday recap

Finland earned its first berth in the last eight at Davis Cup, as...
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Grigor Dimitrov UTS Frankfurt
September 16, 2023

“G-Unit” Dimitrov qualifies for semi-finals despite loss to “The Iceman” Ruud

"G-Unit" Grigor Dimitrov rallied from two quarters down to force sudden death with...
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Benoît Paire UTS Frankfurt
September 16, 2023

“The Rebel” Benoit Paire qualifies for semi-finals with win over “The Thunder” Jan-Lennard Struff

"The Rebel" Benoit Paire booked his spot in the semi-finals at UTS Frankfurt...
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Coco Gauff US Open 2023
September 16, 2023

“She’s not going to stop at one” – former US Open champion Roddick thinks Coco Gauff has a Hall of Fame career ahead of her

Former US Open champion Andy Roddick says that Coco Gauff has multiple major...
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Casper Ruud 2023 Basel
September 15, 2023

“The Iceman” cometh – Ruud notches first UTS win with victory over “The Thunder” Struff

"The Iceman" Casper Ruud got his first win at UTS Frankfurt by Builder.ai,...
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Novak Djokovic Davis Cup | Zuma / Panoramic
September 15, 2023

Djokovic’s 20th consecutive Davis Cup singles win clinches victory for Serbia over Spain

Novak Djokovic answered the bell for Team Serbia, sending his team to the...
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Diego Schwartman, El Peque, at UTS Frankfurt
September 15, 2023

“El Peque” Diego Schwartzman shoots past “Rublo” Andrey Rublev, goes undefeated on UTS Day 1 in Frankfurt

"El Peque" Diego Schwartzman capped off an undefeated day on Friday at UTS...
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Qinwen Zheng WTA Elite Trophy 2023
September 5, 2023

Coach Wim Fissette about Qinwen Zheng: “Incredible athlete and worker, whose game needs to get cleaned up”

Wim Fissette has all the coaching experience in the world, and he can...
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Del Potro Serving
August 26, 2023

Knee surgery, retirement, US Open, father: Everything you always wanted to know about Juan Martin del Potro (but never had time to find out) – updated with comeback speculation

The legendary career of Juan Martin del Potro has been full of emotional...
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Quiz US Open
August 25, 2023

Quiz: 15 questions to test your US Open knowledge!

Are you up to speed on your US Open history? Then prove it...
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Serena Williams US Open 2022
August 22, 2023

Serena Williams gives birth to second daughter, Adira River Ohanian

The 23-time Grand Slam champion is now a mother of two, and Olympia...
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Marketa Vondrousova 2023 | CTK Photobank / Panoramic
August 9, 2023

“It’s something new for me” – Vondrousova enters brave new world as Wimbledon champion

Adjusting to life as a Wimbledon champion hasn't been easy for Marketa Vondrousova,...
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Caroline Wozniacki Montreal | Zuma / Panoramic
August 8, 2023

“I felt the love” – Wozniacki reflects on the first match of her comeback

One match into her comeback, Caroline Wozniacki is feeling the love from fans...
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Yibing Wu, Dallas 2023
July 24, 2023

History for China, injuries, video games: Everything you always wanted to know about Wu Yibing (but never had time to find out) – updated with UTS Los Angeles win

Wu Yibing is the first Chinese player to ever claim an ATP title,...
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July 21, 2023

“I am growing up my level again” – Diego Schwartzman hopes UTS is a springboard to a strong hard court season

Slowly but surely, Diego Schwartzman is rebuilding his game and confidence. He hopes...
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Gael Monfils Stockholm Open 2023
July 21, 2023

“I was amazed by her strength” – Gael Monfils takes big inspiration from wife Elina Svitolina to California for UTS

Gael Monfils is healthy - and inspired - as he prepares to kick...
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Nick Kyrgios pose
July 20, 2023

Nick Kyrgios will coach Frances Tiafoe at UTS

New role, unlocked... Aussie Nick Kyrgios will coach Frances Tiafoe at this weekend's...
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