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
WATCH: Novak Djokovic is already practising on clay ahead of French Open assault
Novak Djokovic has already set his sights on challenging Rafael Nadal in the clay courts of Europe this summer.
Andy Murray handed a tough draw as his Miami Open fate is revealed
Andy Murray handed a tough draw for the Miami Masters.
Alexander Zverev makes statement of intent with stunning win in Mexico
Alexander Zverev claimed the Mexican Open title.
In-form Daria Kasatkina claims her second WTA title of the year in St Petersburg
Daria Kasatkina beat Margarita Gasparyan.
Aslan Karatsev’s stunning start to 2021 continues as he wins in Dubai
Aslan Karatsev has silverware to confirm his rise to prominence.
Grigor Dimitrov opens up about the mental and physical impact of his fight with Covid-19
Grigor Dimitrov on his struggles with "long Covid".
Nikoloz Basilashvili’s dream week is complete as he wins the title in Doha
Nikoloz Basilashvili completed a dream week in Doha.
Comment: We can all rejoice at the sight of Roger Federer back on a tennis court
Kevin Palmer on Roger Federer's return to action.
Diego Schwartzman seals emotional title on home soil in Buenos Aires
Diego Schwartzman crowned Argentina Open champion.
Andrey Rublev’s stunning record in ATP 500 events continues with Rotterdam win
Andrey Rublev continued his run in ATP 500 events .
Classy Petra Kvitova in dominant form as she eases to Qatar Open title
Petra Kvitova stormed to her 28th career title.
WATCH: Roger Federer practices in Doha as he learns his fate in the draw
Roger Federer could face a clash against Britain's Dan Evans in the first match of his comeback event in Doha.
Andrey Rublev’s stunning run of form continues as beats Stefanos Tsitsipas
Andrey Rublev stirmed into his fourth straight ATP 500 final with a 6-3, 7-6(2) victory against Stefanos Tsitsipas in Rotterdam.
Roger Federer sends fans crazy with a social media post ahead of his return to action
Roger Federer prepares to return to action next week.
Garbine Muguruza into the final in Qatar after Victoria Azarenka pulls out
Victoria Azarenka withdrew ahead of the Qatar Total Open semi-finals to send Garbine Muguruza.
Stefanos Tsitsipas sets up showdown with Andrey Rublev in Rotterdam
Stefanos Tsitsipas is into the semi-finals of the ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament in Rotterdam.
Stefanos Tsitsipas impresses in Rotterdam to set up Karen Khachanov clash
Stefanos Tsitsipas retained hopes of a first ATP 500 title.
Comment: Why Andy Murray needs to identify the positives in defeat against Andrey Rublev
A win against a top 10 player will kick-start Murray's 2021.
‘I’m playing for my career’ – Honest Andy Murray admits retirement question is lingering
Andy Murray fought back to beat Robin Haase in Rotterdam.
Battling Andy Murray shows his old fighting spirit to beat Robin Haase in Rotterdam
Andy Murray fought back from a set down.
Daniil Medvedev closing in on career milestone as he returns to action this week
Daniil Medvedev hits the top two in ATP Rankings.
‘I’m pumped to be competing again’ – Andy Murray steps up his comeback in Rotterdam
Andy Murray ready to step up latest comeback effort.
David Goffin ends long wait for an ATP title with a win in Montpellier
David Goffin captured first title for more than three years.
Roger Federer sends his fans into a frenzy with Twitter post ahead of his return to action
Roger Federer the big tease.
Iga Swiatek’s perfect week as she claims her second WTA title at Adelaide
Iga Swiatek beat Belinda Bencic in Adelaide final.
Battle of the Brits event is back and this time with spectators
Battle of the Brits to have spectators.
Britain’s strength in depth in doubles highlights quality of structure
Doubles players are flourishing.
Rafael Nadal pulls out of his next event due to ‘ongoing’ back problem
Rafael Nadal won't feature in Rotterdam.
Lleyton Hewitt to be inducted into International Tennis Hall Of Fame
Former world No.1 Lleyton Hewitt is the latest player who will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Spectators set to return for Wimbledon 2021 as Tim Henman outlines plans
Spectators look set to be in attendance at Wimbledon.
Comment: We are entering a new era in tennis…. where Novak Djokovic will be crowned the greatest
Novak Djokovic sends a reminder to the chasing pack.
Justine Henin gives her verdict on the Australian Open final and Serena Williams
Justine Henin on the Australian Open final.
‘I’m not going to hand it over’ – Novak Djokovic issues a resounding warning to rising stars
Djokovic sent out defiant message to next gen stars.
Why Stefanos Tsitsipas beating Rafael Nadal was more than just one big win
Next generation finally ready to knock 'Big Three' off their perch.
Novak Djokovic reveals talks are under way over the future of the tennis season
"We have to address this very quickly," says world No 1.
Tim Henman on whether fans will be in attendance at Wimbledon 2021
Former British No.1 Tim Henman has confirmed he is hoping to see fans in attendance at Wimbledon this year.
‘He should ignore it’ – Tim Henman on Novak Djokovic’s ‘bad guy’ reputation
Tim Henman has urged Novak Djokovic to ignore critics.
Rafael Nadal issues positive injury update as he sees off Britain’s Cameron Norrie
Rafael Nadal gave a positive update on his fitness.
Novak Djokovic facing crucial decision as rumours swirl over Australian Open withdrawal
Novak Djokovic opted to skip a practice session.
Love him or hate him, Nick Kyrgios is the most captivating tennis player of them all
So Nick Kyrgios is bad for tennis?
Rafael Nadal admits back injury may halt his Australian Open dream
Rafael Nadal struggling with back problem.
WATCH: ‘He’s a very strange cat’ – Nick Kyrgios snaps back at Novak Djokovic in colourful outburst
Kyrgios continued his war of words with Djokovic.
Andy Murray arrives in Italy as he prepares to start his 2021 campaign next week
Andy Murray off to Italy for 2021 opener.
Boris Becker on Novak Djokovic, coaching Alex Zverev and Rafael Nadal’s Australian Open chances
Boris Becker gave his views ahead of the Australian Open.
Exclusive – High-tech system set to give club players statistical analysis of their game
A new system will allow club players to analyse their performance with a range of statistical data.
Nick Kyrgios downplays his Australian Open chances after an epic racket smash in defeat
"There's a massive question mark for me," admits Kyrgios.
Exclusive – Why Serena Williams deserves to be hailed as the greatest of all time
Barbara Schett on why she is rooting for Serena Williams.
Irish tennis hopefuls are stunned as Roger Federer responds to their Instagram challenge
Roger Federer stuns Irish fans Jamie Duff and Ollie White.
Victoria Azarenka’s frank confessions over her quarantine struggle and a year that changed her forever
Victoria Azarenka has opened up.
WATCH: Tennis is back and Rafael Nadal is leading the charge as he beats Dominic Thiem
Tennis is back and it is back with a bang.