Highly experienced tennis and football writer who has operated at the top of the sporting industry for the last 30 years. Worked for the Football Association, Wembley Stadium, the LTA, as well as ESPN and Yahoo Sports and Ireland's Sunday World and Irish Independent newspapers.
Articles by Kevin Palmer

British player posts agonising message as his Australian Open dream dies
Despair for British player Marcus Willis as he is denied a chance to play at the Australian Open.

Emma Raducanu’s big problem is nothing new – she should have found an answer
Emma Raducanu served up one alarming statistic in her opening Australian Open match - can she fix it?

Joao Fonseca makes stunning ATP Rankings breakthrough after Australian Open win
Teenage sensation Joao Fonseca is set to reach a new rankings milestone - and he could be about to become a tennis millionaire.

Did Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz make a big Australian Open mistake?
Exclusive - Barbara Schett answers a big question on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz's Australian Open preparations.

Emma Raducanu given brutally honest verdict by former world No 1
Emma Raducanu still has so many questions to answer, claims tennis legend.

Tennis will not miss Nick Kyrgios – he will be remembered as one of the ultimate failures
Why Nick Kyrgios has been more of a nuisance than an asset for tennis over the last decade.

Justine Henin predicts when Novak Djokovic will retire from tennis
Will Novak Djokovic quit tennis in 2025? Former world No 1 gives her verdict.

Emma Raducanu gets some blunt advice she is urged to end her injury curse
Emma Raducanu told to play through the pain barrier to confirm she can handle the physical demands of tennis.

Novak Djokovic threatened by damaging rankings collapse at Australian Open
Novak Djokovic could slump to a new rankings low if he fails to make progress at the Australian Open.

Jannik Sinner v Carlos Alcaraz – former world No 1 picks who will win the most Grand Slams
Tennis legend predicts who will come out on top in the battle between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz

Australian Open: 5 big stories to follow from Jannik Sinner to Novak Djokovic and Joao Fonseca
A new chapter of tennis history will be made at the Australian Open and here are the names who could enter the record books.

Novak Djokovic may have solved his biggest problem claims former top 10 star
Novak Djokovic has rediscovered his motivation for one big reason, according to Barbara Schett.

Inside story on Jannik Sinner’s drug test appeal and his minimum potential suspension
Jannik Sinner finds out when he will learn his fate over his drug test appeal - what comes next could be brutal.

Tim Henman gives his Australian Open verdict – and he is not backing Jannik Sinner
Jannik Sinner is the favourite to defend his Australian Open title, but Tim Henman believes he will come up short.

Jannik Sinner failed drug test appeal date confirmed and length of his suspension could be brutal
Jannik Sinner discovers when he will face a doping appeal - what happens next?

Andy Roddick picked his moment to strike back at ‘hypocrite’ Nick Kyrgios – and hit him where it hurts
Andy Roddick fired some accusations at Nick Kyrgios as their spat exploded dramatically.

Emma Raducanu told she needs to prove ‘the motivation is there’ as big rankings goal is set
Emma Raducanu has been set a rankings target by former world No 7 Barbara Schett in an exclusive Tennis365 interview.

Emma Raducanu posts positive injury update as she prepares for Australian Open
Emma Raducanu has allayed fears over her fitness for the Australian Open with her latest social media post.

Length of Jannik Sinner’s suspension would send shockwaves through tennis says former world No 7
Jannik Sinner could face a long ban from tennis and Barbara Schett gives Tennis365 her verdict.

Nick Kyrgios is almost certainly out of the Australian Open – if his own diagnosis is accurate
Nick Kyrgios faces an Australian Open nightmare after worrying injury statement.

Naomi Osaka posts emotional message as she confirms split from partner
Naomi Osaka makes a very personal announcement on Instagram.

Novak Djokovic confirms big target for 2025 as Nick Kyrgios accepts Lleyton Hewitt call
Novak Djokovic has made an early commitment to Serbia in 2025 and is eyeing up final glory.

Jannik Sinner facing shockingly long ban from tennis if he loses doping appeal
Exclusive - Jannik Sinner will face a minimum suspension from tennis if he loses his CAS appeal following his failed drug tests.

Grand Slam-winning great admits one element of tennis ‘needs rescuing’
Exclusive - 17-time Grand Slam champion Mark Woodforde speaks to Tennis365 about a fading element of tennis.

Roger Federer comments suggest Carlos Alcaraz’s racket switch should strike fear into rivals
Carlos Alcaraz has a new racket and Roger Federer suggests this can be a game-changer.

Nick Kyrgios sparks outrage for slamming Lleyton Hewitt’s son after Jannik Sinner practice session
Nick Kyrgios has launched a fresh attack on Jannik Sinner and this time Lleyton Hewitt's son has been caught up in the row.

Kei Nishikori makes stunning rankings breakthrough after thrilling run in Hong Kong
Kei Nishikori has enjoyed his best run at at ATP Tour event in six years and he is getting a huge rankings boost.

Jannik Sinner ‘suspension may be coming’ warns Grand Slam-winning great
Jannik Sinner could be banned from tennis later this year and a Grand Slam great has given Tennis365 his verdict.

Luke Littler has claimed a prize Emma Raduanu can only dream about after teenage breakthrough
Darts sensation Luke Littler has achieved a feat that has proved to be beyond Emma Raducanu.

Emma Raducanu posts encouraging injury update as she lands in Melbourne for Australian Open
Emma Raducanu has given her fans hope that she may be fit to play at the Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic’s comments on Jannik Sinner drug scandal hit home more than Nick Kyrgios rant
Nick Kyrgios continues to fan the flames around Jannik Sinner's failed drug tests - but Novak Djokovic's views matter more.

Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz confirmed for high-profile matches in Australia
Pre-Australian Open plans confirmed for 'Big 3' of Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.

Gael Monfils eyeing up an unconventional sporting career for his daughter
Gael Monfils speaks to Tennis365 about his daughter Skai and admits she already has a favourite sport.

Tim Henman predicts two new Grand Slam champions will be crowned in 2025
Former British No 1 makes bold Alexander Zverev prediction for the new season.

Novak Djokovic gets stunning vote of confidence as Grand Slam great makes Australian Open prediction
Novak Djokovic is backed to achieve his final Grand Slam dream in an exclusive Tennis365 interview.

Former British No 1 makes bold Novak Djokovic Grand Slam prediction for 2025
Novak Djokovic has set his sights on a record-breaking Grand Slam title this year - and he has been backed to achieve his goal.

Emma Raducanu’s latest injury setback fuels major fears over what comes next
Emma Raducanu is injured again and here is why this latest blow feels so significant.

Carlos Alcaraz’s big pre-season decision raised ‘red flag’ of concern for Grand Slam legend
Grand Slam-winning legend Mark Woodforde speaks to Tennis365 as he questions Carlos Alcaraz's approach.

Leading tennis voice says Jannik Sinner’s achievements will be ‘tainted’ if drug ban is confirmed
Jannik Sinner could face a suspension in 2025 followed his failed drug tests and that will be 'a bad look' for tennis.

Emma Raducanu’s injury curse strikes again and her statement will raise eyebrows
Emma Raducanu has pulled out of yet another tournament due to injury - will her body allow her to compete in 2025?

Jannik Sinner’s Davis Cup team-mate tipped to start season with a bang by Grand Slam great
Mark Woodforde speaks to Tennis365 a key member of Italy's Davis Cup winning dream team.

Grand Slam legend sends a message to Nick Kyrgios after latest Jannik Sinner outburst
Grand Slam winning legend Mark Woodforde speaks to Tennis365 and gives his verdict on the comeback of Nick Kyrgios.

Jannik Sinner faces lengthy suspension fear, Novak Djokovic’s final dream and Emma Raducanu’s big chance
Why Jannik Sinner may miss three Grand Slam tournaments in 2025 as he waits on doping appeal.

Every word of Nick Kyrgios’ extraordinary press conference as he rips into Jannik Sinner
Nick Kyrgios has opened verbal fire on Jannik Sinner once again and this time he didn't hold back.

What happened after Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek’s failed drug tests? Full explainer
Exclusive - Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek failed drug tests in 2024 - here is an explainer of the process they went through.

Nick Kyrgios launches brutal attack on Jannik Sinner after Tennis365 interview with tennis drug chief
Nick Kyrgios has blasted tennis doping chiefs and renewed his attack on Jannik Sinner.

Novak Djokovic could be handed a chance to extend their most dominant record in tennis history
Novak Djokovic may get a chance to take his record against Gael Monfils past a remarkable milestone in Brisbane.

Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek failed drug tests – inside story on tennis anti-doping programme
Inside story on anti-doping programme that saw Jannk Sinner and Iga Swiatek return positive tests.

When will Jannik Sinner discover if he will be suspended from tennis?
Jannik Sinner will be waiting to discover if he faces a ban from tennis over his failed drug test - here's what could happen next.

British star reveals Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter talks as she makes brutally honest confession
Jodie Burrage speaks to Tennis365 as she reveals Katie Boulter and Emma Raducanu gave her injury advice.