Sports journalist specialising in tennis. Writes for Tennis365. Has also written for Sportskeeda, Tennishead, TEAMtalk, Football365, Last Word on Sports, The Shields Gazette, Hartlepool Mail and Sunderland Echo.
Articles by Ewan West

Novak Djokovic upset at Qatar Open as he suffers unwanted seven-year first
Matteo Berrettini ended a Novak Djokovic streak as he beat the Serb for the first time.

Emma Raducanu exits Dubai after crying in hard-fought Karolina Muchova loss
Raducanu lost to Karolina Muchova, but her performance was encouraging.

Iga Swiatek sets WTA 1000 record and matches Kim Clijsters feat with Dubai demolition
More impressive records for Swiatek.

Elena Rybakina opens up about friends on tour as she addresses support over Stefano Vukov ban
“No one offered any support. Honestly don't need [it]."

Andy Roddick labels timeline of Jannik Sinner doping ban ‘borderline laughable’
"It is extremely convenient timing."

Novak Djokovic makes statement about Andy Murray’s key role in ‘evolution’ of his game
"It is indefinite in terms of how long we are going to work together."

Novak Djokovic breaks silence on Jannik Sinner doping ban with ‘very unfair’ statement
"I spoke with several players... Many of them believe there was favouritism."

Novak Djokovic returns from injury with 48-minute doubles win alongside retiring ATP star
The Serbian began his Doha campaign in style with Fernando Verdasco.

The 6 men to win multiple Qatar Open titles: ft. Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Andy Murray
Only one man has triumphed in Doha on three occasions.

Alexander Zverev makes his feelings clear on Jannik Sinner’s ‘strange’ doping ban
"If you are guilty, then I think that for taking steroids, three months is not a suspension."

The 7 men with the most wins over top 10 players: Novak Djokovic with 260, Rafael Nadal 3rd
Four men have won over 150 matches against top 10 players, while just two have surpassed the 200-win milestone.

Novak Djokovic suggests John McEnroe ‘provoked’ him with injury faking accusation
"I would not have reacted if some legends of our sport had not reacted."

Carlos Alcaraz addresses Jannik Sinner doping ban as he makes world No 1 statement
The Spanish star has his sights set on the world No 1 ranking.

‘ATP president is Italian and as luck would have it, Jannik Sinner will resume in Rome’ – Wimbledon winner
"When you put everything together, you still say to yourself, 'aren't they 'taking the pi** a bit?'"

Carlos Alcaraz reveals how he will approach possible Novak Djokovic rematch in Doha
"The fact that there are those names, those players, doesn't influence me at all."

Novak Djokovic’s PTPA makes strong statement on Jannik Sinner’s doping ban
“This bias is unacceptable for all athletes and shows a deep disrespect for every sport and its fans."

Iga Swiatek sets Qatar Open record and reaches WTA 1000 milestone with Elena Rybakina win
More outstanding numbers for Iga Swiatek after a statement win.

Novak Djokovic told ‘all he needs to do’ to win 25th Grand Slam by Andy Murray’s ex-coach
“Yeah, it is well ahead of schedule. It’s phenomenal."

Andy Roddick lambasts Elena Rybakina’s ‘selfish, circus show’ coach Stefano Vukov after ban
"That's what we want to be focusing on... not this circus show of a dude who is inserting himself into the conversation."

Iga Swiatek reveals how she hopes to emulate ‘all-surface GOAT’ Rafael Nadal
"Everybody always talked about clay, but like he’s the GOAT basically on every surface."

Andy Murray reveals the unique asset he brings as Novak Djokovic’s coach
"I’m able to make up for some of those weaknesses and flaws that I would have."

Coco Gauff sent message by Serena Williams’ former coach after surprise Qatar Open loss
"X factor for greatness is the second serve."

The 5 men who have won the most ATP 250 titles: Roger Federer with 25, Pete Sampras 5th
Five players have won 20+ ATP 250 tournaments.

Elena Rybakina ‘disappointed’ as she breaks silence on WTA confirming Stefano Vukov ban
The 2022 Wimbledon winner addressed the big news about her coach.

Elena Rybakina, Stefano Vukov saga: The shocking details of coach’s behaviour leading to ban
Vukov reportedly "made Rybakina cry, subjected her to mental abuse and caused her to become ill."

‘Jannik Sinner plays at the level of a young Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer’
"At the moment, he's an alien... The problem is that the other players are not at his level."

Elena Rybakina and Stefano Vukov learn verdict on coach’s ban as WTA conclude investigation
The WTA has made its decision on Stefano Vukov.

Novak Djokovic gives verdict on his goals of winning a 100th title and 25th Grand Slam
"I know it will come, we'll see when and where."

11 active players with 10+ weeks in Top 3 of ATP Rankings: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic
Seven current stars have amassed over 25 weeks, while four have reached the 90 mark.

The 10 men with the most ATP titles before turning 22: Carlos Alcaraz with 17, Bjorn Borg peerless
Six men have won 20 or more tournaments before their 22nd birthday, while four have reached the milestone of 25.

Emma Raducanu’s mentality questioned amid losing streak by Serena Williams’ ex-coach
Legendary coach Rick Macci has given his verdict on Raducanu's key issue.

Rafael Nadal reveals what he ‘doesn’t know’ about his 2008 Wimbledon epic with Roger Federer
"That match was a milestone in my sporting career... there have been many moments that have helped me move forward."

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray set to continue partnership as next tournament revealed
The former rivals are likely to join forces again soon.

The 5 women to win multiple Qatar Open titles: Iga Swiatek holds record, Maria Sharapova features
There have been 16 different champions in the 22 previous editions of the tournament.

How Carlos Alcaraz set a staggering record with his Rotterdam Open triumph
The Spanish star has eclipsed the Big Three with an amazing feat.

Carlos Alcaraz asked if he missed Jannik Sinner in Rotterdam as he discusses ‘doubts’
"Sometimes I have doubts about what I have to do and the feelings change during the match."

Novak Djokovic addresses his increase in injuries as he confirms return date
"I have the green light from the medical team that I can train, that I can prepare."

The 9 active players with most weeks in Top 5 of ATP Rankings: Djokovic on 818, Alcaraz 5th, Sinner 8th
Six current ATP stars have amassed over 100 weeks in the top five.

‘Carlos Alcaraz is not better on clay than indoor hard’, claims former ATP star
"Maybe he has a little mental scar tissue, he did roll his ankle down in the golden swing last year."

Nick Kyrgios responds after surprising Jannik Sinner ‘favourite player’ comment revealed
Kyrgios named Sinner his "favourite player" in an old video.

Carlos Alcaraz labelled ‘the most gifted player on tour’ as big Grand Slam prediction is made
"When you're a generational talent to breathe rare air, the sun will shine bright more than it rains."

Carlos Alcaraz addresses ‘talk’ about his indoor performances as he makes ‘superstitious’ revelation
"The cold is still there a little bit, but it’s kind of superstitious as well."

Novak Djokovic, Boris Becker & Billie Jean King pay tribute to Simona Halep after her retirement
Tributes have poured in since Simona Halep's farewell.

‘Coco Gauff must improve two things to reach world No 1′, says Serena Williams’ ex-coach
"Coco has untapped potential and can get to number one."

Carlos Alcaraz ‘absolutely has to improve’ one thing to match Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev
"It is not a weapon in his game as it is the case for Alexander Zverev or Jannik Sinner."

Elena Rybakina’s new coach reveals Stefano Vukov ‘will always be there’ and outlines his big goals
"She should have won more, especially at Slam level: someone like her can't be satisfied with winning Wimbledon in 2022."

The 10 active players with most weeks in Top 10 of ATP Rankings: Novak Djokovic with 876
There are seven current stars with over 200 weeks in the top 10

Emma Raducanu’s next tournament revealed as she accepts wildcard for WTA 1000 event
The world No 56 will return to action next week.

Carlos Alcaraz’s Rotterdam hopes candidly assessed as concerns outlined by former star
"Carlos will have to correct a lot of things if he wants to go far."

Emma Raducanu results spark ‘overreaction on steroids’, says Serena Williams’ former coach
"A different set of eyes to consult regarding the biomechanics of her serve which is now disconnected."