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

Jannik Sinner, Masters 2021
October 2, 2024

Italy, Carota Boys, Australian Open, drugs case: Everything you always wanted to know about Jannik Sinner (but never had the time to find out) – updated after 2024 China Open final

Jannik Sinner was a champion skier as a youth. Here is all you...
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Ugo Humbert, Rolex Paris Masters 2018
October 1, 2024

Dubai, France, finals streak – Everything you always wanted to know about Ugo Humbert (but never had time to find out) – updated after Japan Open final

Ugo Humbert is a French tennis player who has won six ATP Tour...
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Coco Gauff, 2020 Australian Open
September 26, 2024

US Open, teenage prodigy, activist: Everything you always wanted to know about Coco Gauff (but never had time to find out) – updated with new coach

At 18 years old, American Coco Gauff has already become a household name...
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Belinda Bencic US Open - Imago / Panoramic
September 18, 2024

Olympic champion, Swiss Miss, Federer: Everything you always wanted to know about Belinda Bencic (but never had time to find out) – updated with planned comeback in November 2024

Belinda Bencic has followed in the footsteps of Martina Hingis to become one...
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Anett Kontaveit, Palerme 2020
September 17, 2024

Estonia, world No 2, WTA Finals, injury – Everything you always wanted to know about Anett Kontaveit (but never had time to find out) – updated after baby boy’s birth

Anett Kontaveit is the best Estonian player in the history of tennis, and...
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Kei Nishikori Rogers Cup
August 9, 2024

Japan, US Open runner-up, Forbes highest-paid: Everything you always wanted to know about Kei Nishikori (but never had the time to find out) – updated with reaching Montreal 2024 third round

Kei Nishikori is the highest-ranked ATP player ever from Japan. Here are responses...
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Lulu Sun Wimbledon 2024
July 15, 2024

WTA rankings: Paolini top five, Krejcikova top 10, Sun rises 70

The post-Wimbledon rankings find Jasmine Paolini and Lulu Sun in new terrority. See...
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Alcaraz Wimbledon champion 2024 | Antoine Couvercelle / Panoramic
July 14, 2024

Alcaraz the wunderkind! Five stats that define his staggering Wimbledon achievement

At 21 years of age, Carlos Alcaraz is already placing himself among the...
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Carlos Alcaraz Wimbledon 2024 | Antoine Couvercelle / Panoramic
July 14, 2024

“I want to sit at the same table as the big guys” – watch out ATP, Carlos Alcaraz is hungrier than ever after winning second Wimbledon

After winning Wimbledon for the second time, Carlos Alcaraz is far from being...
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Novak Djokovic Wimbledon | Gepa / Panoramic
July 14, 2024

“He was the dominant force on the court” – Djokovic at peace with Wimbledon defeat to Alcaraz

After losing to Carlos Alcaraz in Sunday's Wimbledon final, Novak Djokovic says there...
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Barbora Krejcikova Wimbledon final 2024 | Antoine Couvercelle / Panoramic
July 13, 2024

“I miss her so much” – Krejcikova hopes to see Wimbledon whisperer Jana Novotna in her dreams

Barbora Krejcikova and Jana Novotna have created a lasting bond that spans the...
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Jasmine Paolini Wimbledon final 2024 | Chryslene Caillaud / Panoramic
July 13, 2024

“Sometimes I’m a little bit scared to dream too much” – disappointed Paolini not quite ready to contemplate what’s next

After a "crazy" six weeks, Italy's Jasmine Paolini needs some time to make...
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Djokovic and Alcaraz Wimbledon final 2023 | Antoine Couvercelle / Panoramic
July 13, 2024

What’s at stake: Djokovic vs Alcaraz Wimbledon final, by the numbers

Milestone watch is on ahead of Sunday's Wimbledon men's final. Join us for...
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Daniil Medvedev, Wimbledon, 2024
July 11, 2024

“Sometimes I don’t recognise him anymore” – Bublik talks about Medvedev’s incredible transformation from younger days to elite talent

UTS stars Nick Kyrgios and Alexander Bublik sat down for dinner in London...
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Lorenzo Musetti Wimbledon 2024 | Antoine Couvercelle / Panoramic
July 11, 2024

“I always finished with a lesson” – Musetti outlines how he may overcome Grand Slam king Djokovic at Wimbledon

Lorenzo Musetti hopes that lessons learned can fuel him in his Wimbledon semi-final...
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Lorenzo Musetti Wimbledon 2024 | Antoine Couvercelle / Panoramic
July 10, 2024

Magical Musetti hits the high notes in the right moments against Fritz to reach Wimbledon semi

Never a threat on grass before this season, the Italian is hitting his...
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Jasmine Paolini, Wimbledon 2023 - Action Plus / Panoramic
July 10, 2024

Navarro on surging Paolini: “She was a totally different player”

The American says Paolini is completely transformed from where she was even months...
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Petra Kvitova 2023 Ningbo Open
July 10, 2024

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova becomes a mom

The two-time Wimbledon champion gave birth to her baby boy during Wimbledon
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Medvedev 2024 Wimbledon | Action Plus / Panoramic
July 9, 2024

“I’m always going to make your life difficult” – Medvedev on his approach against top tier talent

Daniil Medvedev explained the competitive philosophy that makes him a threat to win...
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Jannik Sinner Wimbledon 2024 | Chryslene Caillaud / Panoramic
July 9, 2024

“I tried to fight with what I had today” – Sinner laments missed chances and the illness that held him back vs Medvedev

Illness struck at the wrong time for Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon
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Jasmine Paolini Wimbledon 2024 | Chryslene Caillaud / Panoramic
July 9, 2024

Paolini powers past shell-shocked Navarro, becomes first Italian woman to reach Wimbledon semi-final

Jasmine Paolini made history for Italy at Wimbledon, defeating Emma Navarro to reach...
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