James Richardson is an experienced sport and lifestyle journalist with a long association with the Planet Sport network. He is the former editor of Cricket365 and currently contributes towards Tennis365, Planet Sport, Golf365 and TeamTalk.
Articles by James Richardson
British qualifier Sonay Kartal captures her maiden WTA Tour title in Monastir
Sonay Kartal has joined the WTA title winning circle after winning the WTA 250 tournament in Monastir.
Season cannot end soon enough for out of sorts Stefanos Tsitsipas
This year, Stefanos Tsitsipas has fallen short of the expectations of both his fans and pundits, failing to produce the kind of performances one would expect from a player of his calibre.
Argentina’s Renzo Olivo claims that ATP was informed about contaminated meat at the event when a player failed a drug test
It has been reported that at a Challenger event where a failed drug test was recorded, players inadvertently consumed tainted meat, and the ATP was informed about this ahead of time.
Elena Rybakina finally offers explanation for Seoul withdrawal after months of speculation about her health
Elena Rybakina may have had yet another inexplicable withdrawal, but this time there is an official reason given.
Record crowd turns up to watch Great Britain get eliminated from the Davis Cup
Great Britain's hopes of reaching the Davis Cup quarterfinals were dashed as Dan Evans lost to Denis Shapovalov of Canada.
Nicolas Jarry returns to power Chile through Davis Cup tie
Nicolas Jarry's return helped Chile earn a morale-boosting 2-1 victory against Slovakia in the last 2024 Davis Cup Group C match.
US Open finalist denies playing pickleball during Flushing Meadows run
Donald Young says that he was fully committed to his mixed doubles run with Taylor Townsend at the US Open and wasn't tempted to get any pickleball in during the tournament.
Drugmaker AbbVie scolded by the FDA over ‘misleading’ advert featuring Serena Williams
Drugmaker Abbvie are in hot water over an advertisment featuring Serena Williams.
Brazilian player suspended by the ITIA blames contaminated meat for positive doping test
Nicolas Zanellato has responded to his provisional suspension by The International Tennis Integrity Agency.
Casper Ruud opens up on the failures of men’s tennis’ 90s generation
Casper Ruud has admitted that the generation of tennis players born in the 1990s have had a tough time living in the shadow of the big three.
Brandon Nakashima and Mackenzie McDonald star as USA reach Davis Cup last eight
Unfancied singles professionals Brandon Nakashima and Mackenzie McDonald starred as the USA reach Davis Cup last eight with a win over Slovakia.
Ugo Humbert reveals why he doesn’t fear facing Carlos Alcaraz in Spain
Ugo Humbert is well aware that he faces a massive task in his Davis Cup singles assignment in Spain on Friday as he prepares for a showdown with Carlos Alcaraz.
Iga Swiatek book club update: What the world No 1 is reading
World No 1 Iga Swiatek has let fans in on what she is reading as she prepares for the US Open.
‘It sucks’: Jessica Pegula on US Open first-round draw
"It's a bummer. I don't like having to play any American."
The American player who has impressed Taylor Fritz and his tribute to Novak Djokovic
Taylor Fritz has been impressed with how well Jessica Pegula has adjusted to hard court tennis after the Olympics.
US Open day 1: Order of play, how to watch, expected highlights
Novak Djokovic headlines the opening day of the 2024 US Open with his first round match the last on the slate for Monday at Arthur Ashe.
Coco Gauff: Finishing late can really ruin your tournament but US Open taking positive steps
Coco Gauff believes that a really late finish can ruin a Grand Slam run for a player although she hasn't experienced one herself.
Zheng Qinwen is focused on sponsorship and commercial partnerships in China but would consider US approach
Zheng Qinwen says that she will not look to expand her sponsorship and commercial partnerships beyond China.
Ben Shelton opens up on decision to skip the Olympics insisting he made the right call
Ben Shelton strongly believes that he made the correct call in deciding to forego the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris in favour of a full US Open Series.
Novak Djokovic backed to add to Grand Slam tally before retirement
Former Grand Slam champion Mats Wilander believes that we haven't seen the last of Novak Djokovic winning Major trophies following the completion of his Olympic dream.
Aryna Sabalenka admits to big injury regret ahead of US Open
Aryna Sabalenka is the clear favourite for the US Open title but her latest comments suggest she might struggle in the latter stages.
ITIA confident that the vast majority of tennis matches are fair and honest
The ITIA have asserted that most tennis matches under its umbrella are contested in a fair and honest fashion and by players who are not doping.
Aryna Sabalenka rises to No 2 after breaking the wall in rivalry with Iga Swiatek
Aryna Sabalenka kept the points short and snappy in her third match of the season against Iga Swiatek albeit their first on a hard court.
Hubert Hurkacz taking it all in on ATP Tour after injury scare
Hubert Hurkacz says that he was suprised with how quickly he was able to get back on tour after undergoing surgery for a meniscus tear he sustained at Wimbledon.
Jessica Pegula makes honest revelation about viral Olympic star
Jessica Pegula says that the Olympics being over is a bittter sweet sensation but she has really kicked on ahead of the US Open.
Holger Rune finds himself in Mason and won’t need to bluff confidence at the US Open
Holger Rune is one match away from reaching his fourth ATP Masters 1000 final after finding form at the Cincinatti Open.
Nick Kyrgios outlines his goals as he prepares for return to court
Nick Kyrgios will use the upcoming UTS exhibition tournament in New York to gauge where his physical condition and game are at right now.
The loss that still haunts Serena Williams nine years later
Serena Williams has revealed that one loss in her career still haunts her years later.
Casper Ruud enjoys Royal Montreal golf outing and opens up on hockey hero
Casper Ruud enjoys a round of golf during his time away from the tennis court and his visit to Montreal afforded him a great treat.
Cincy loses another top ten star as hectic schedule takes its toll
Alex de Minaur has become the latest player to withdraw from the Cincinnati Masters in a move that means he will have missed both of the Masters events in the US Open series
No doubles for Coco Gauff confirms frequent partner Jessica Pegula
Jessica Pegula has confirmed that she and Coco Gauff will not team up for a tilt at the US Open doubles title this season.
Novak Djokovic backed to win another gold medal in Los Angeles
Novak Djokovic has become even more dangerous after his Paris 2024 gold medal.
Holger Rune shuts down rumours of a split with Nike in sharp social media response
Danish star Holger Rune has responded to online speculation surrounding his relationship with apparel and shoe sponsor Nike.
Former world No 1 believes Novak Djokovic falls short of being the GOAT athlete
Yevgeny Kafelnikov has lauded Novak Djokovic as the greatest tennis player of all time but believes that he cannot lay claim to being sports' greatest ever athlete.
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina hoping that big changes pay off
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has made some big changes when it comes to his tennis and personal life this year.
Aryna Sabalenka outlines how small goals are the key to her success
Aryna Sabalenka believes that having too many goals can weigh a player down on the professional tours.
Naomi Osaka is honoured to be an advocate for working moms and body positivity
Naomi Osaka has admitted that she is still getting used to being an inspiration to working mothers and new moms.
Coco Gauff headlines perfect start for American women at Paris 2024
Coco Gauff made a statement with her opening round win in Paris.
Gritty comeback extends Andy Murray swansong in Paris
Andy Murray and Daniel Evans fought back to secure an epic victory against Taro Daniel and Kei Nishikori in the Olympic Games doubles.
Emma Raducanu admits she would have considered the Olympics on a different surface
Emma Raducanu has admitted that the Olympics being played on clay made a big difference in her decision to skip Paris 2024.
Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to contest another match in tennis’ greatest rivalry
We will get another Rafael Nadal vs Novak Djokovic match at Roland Garros.
American women flee Olympic village amidst overcrowding and congested bathrooms
Coco Gauff has revealed that her US women's tennis teammates have left her alone in the Olympic Village after they left for a hotel due to overcrowding.
WATCH: Adorable pup melts Emma Raducanu’s heart
Emma Raducanu may have fallen in love.
Wimbledon star admits that her higher profile comes with a pressure
Lulu Sun is getting used to being noticed but admits that her sudden stardom following a run to the last eight at Wimbledon has come with a 'pressure'.
Top French talent will not promise any medals at Paris 2024
Top French player wants to deliver a medal push at Roland Garros but cannot promise success in a top field.
Paris 2024: Defending champion out to ride the wave of support from back home
The defending Olympic champion feels that the Games are something unique in tennis.
Casper Ruud finds Olympics inspiring as unique event for tennis stars
Casper Ruud feels that he has an obligation to young athletes in Norway when he takes part in Paris.
Polish star wins title in Prague but learns of great Paris 2024 ‘Celine Dion’ disappointment
Magda Linette suffered a great disappointment this week after learning that Celine Dion would not be performing at the Olympic Games opening ceremony.
Coco Gauff makes LeBron James confession – ‘I’m kind of scared’
Coco Gauff has admitted that she was surprised to be chosen as Team USA’s female flagbearer for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony.
US Tennis supports Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe in Olympics snub but they are missing out
Players who want to be at their best for the US Open would have to think about giving Paris a miss due to the tight schedule.