Features Writer at Tennis365, joining the Planet Sport group in April. Specialise in tennis coverage but have also covered football, rugby union, athletics, badminton, and the wider Olympic/Paralympic movement in previous roles.
Articles by Oli Dickson Jefford
Madison Keys set for latest rankings jump – and could prove French Open stumbling block for key contender
Keys cemented her return to form by claiming the WTA 500 title in Strasbourg.
The battle for No 1: How Jannik Sinner can usurp Novak Djokovic at French Open
Sinner has a strong chance of usurping Djokovic as world No 1 at Roland Garros this year.
Rafael Nadal makes telling comment about French Open future ahead of blockbuster Alexander Zverev clash
Nadal will face fourth seed Alexander Zverev in a brutal round one clash at Roland Garros.
French Open order of play Day 1: Carlos Alcaraz, Naomi Osaka, Murray-Wawrinka star on Chatrier
Four Grand Slam champions will take to Philippe Chatrier on the opening day of Roland Garros.
French Open: 5 key talking points from the women’s draw
The French Open women's draw has thrown up some fascinating scenarios.
French Open women’s draw: Iga Swiatek v Naomi Osaka potential round 2, Sabalenka and Rybakina in same half
Defending champion Iga Swiatek could face Naomi Osaka in round two at Roland Garros.
Former No 1 claims ‘nobody wants to play’ Rafael Nadal at French Open despite injury concerns
"I think he's one player that nobody wants to play in the first round. I don't care what your name is."
French Open 2024 women’s singles seeds: Iga Swiatek top, Pegula’s withdrawal has effect
Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka are once again set to be the top two seeds at Roland Garros.
How stats from Novak Djokovic’s opening Geneva Open win compare to 2024 record
Djokovic started his Geneva Open campaign with victory - but how do his match stats look?
Matteo Berrettini admits he’s ‘not quite ready’ after confirming French Open absence
Berrettini is out of Roland Garros for the third straight season.
How Jessica Pegula’s French Open withdrawal impacts women’s seedings at Roland Garros
The likes of Ons Jabeur and Barbora Krejcikova both stand to benefit from Pegula's decision.
Jessica Pegula announces ‘super safe’ French Open decision
World No 5 Pegula is now targeting a strong grass court season.
French Open: The 9 greatest men’s singles champions – ranked!
Do you agree with our list of the nine greatest male French Open winners?
French Open: The 9 greatest women’s singles champions – ranked!
We've picked our nine greatest WTA French Open winners - do you agree with our picks?
Novak Djokovic: How world No 1 can match unique Steffi Graf feat with French Open victory
Djokovic could match Graf and become just the second player in history to achieve a remarkable feat.
Iga Swiatek: The tennis legends world No 1 can emulate and overtake with French Open triumph
Iga Swiatek looks to make more history with another Roland Garros victory.
Novak Djokovic Ultimate Quiz: Can you answer 11 questions about tennis great?
How will you fare in our ultimate Novak Djokovic quiz?
The 7 youngest French Open women’s singles champions: Iga Swiatek in 5th
Iga Swiatek sits alongside all-time greats as one of the youngest Roland Garros winners.
The 7 youngest French Open men’s singles champions: Where would Carlos Alcaraz sit with 2024 triumph?
Can Carlos Alcaraz become one of the youngest French Open winners in history?
French Open Quiz: Can you answer these 13 fiendish questions?
Test your knowledge of the second Grand Slam of the tennis calendar.
French Open 2024 men’s singles seeds: Djokovic and Sinner projected No 1 and 2
Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner will be the top seeds at the French Open - but there have been some significant changes after the Italian Open.
Paula Badosa makes first public comments about Stefanos Tsitsipas split
"Emotionally, it hasn’t been easy these past days, but I’m a strong person."
Rafael Nadal discovers who he will face at the Italian Open
Nadal will face a qualifier in what is likely his Italian Open farewell.
Jannik Sinner sends defiant message as star power is demonstrated at Italian Open
Sinner is still a popular figure off-court, even if he won't be appearing on it.
Iga Swiatek makes ‘demanding’ comment after ATP injury farce in Madrid
"Scheduling-wise, the planning is going to be more important," said the world No 1.
ATP stars defend Carlos Alcaraz after ‘crumbling candy cane’ criticism in French media
"We give too much of a voice to people without any high-level knowledge," said Corentin Moutet.
Former No 2 Paula Badosa picks up huge win – but big rankings drop still looms amid injury struggles
Badosa beat a notable name in her opening Italian Open match.
Coco Gauff discusses admiration for Rafael Nadal and makes ‘aura’ claim
"It didn't really hit that he was retiring yet. Now when I saw them do the little ceremony after, I was like this is real life, this is for real."
Coach reveals former No 1 that would have been ‘super interesting project’ – and the key to beating Serena Williams
"I felt like I would have been super excited to coach her and to try to make her a better player."
Venus and Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova star at Met Gala
The three tennis legends took to the green carpet at one of fashion's biggest events.
Former world No 5 claims players ‘prayed’ not to draw Rafael Nadal at French Open
"Honestly, for me, the biggest challenge in tennis was to face Nadal on clay."
Samadhi: Andrey Rublev finds peace on his way to ‘most proud title’
Rublev defied low confidence, form, and illness to win his 16th title in Madrid.
Jessica Pegula provides ‘quick update’ that casts doubt on French Open participation
Pegula has played just one clay court tournament this season.
How Novak Djokovic can extend his lead as world No 1 at the Italian Open
Djokovic can extend his cushion as world No 1 with a deep run in Rome.
Former world No 8 hails ‘wonderful trip’ as he confirms 2025 retirement
"Tennis has given me everything I have and much more that I will carry with me forever."
Naomi Osaka’s coach ‘super happy with the process’ as he addresses clay struggles
Osaka will continue her WTA comeback at the Italian Open in Rome this week
WTA Rankings Winners and Losers Madrid: Aryna Sabalenka remains No 2, Madison Keys +4, Paula Badosa -25
Aryna Sabalenka will be among the big winners when the WTA Rankings update
ATP Player Council member says ‘measures will be taken’ if Alexander Zverev is found guilty in upcoming trial
"If he is found guilty, then the measures will be taken."
Former world No 1 admits ‘goosebumps’ at ‘deserved’ Rafael Nadal reception in Madrid
"It was well-deserved, it was a celebration of what he’s done."
Carlos Alcaraz currently French Open bookies’ favourite – despite injury-stricken clay season
Alcaraz fends off Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner to sit top of the French Open betting odds
Simona Halep describes discovering doping violation as ‘like a truck hit you’
"I never thought that I can live something like this," said Simona Halep
Jannik Sinner makes ‘very sad’ announcement that throws French Open campaign into doubt
"Now I will work with my team and doctors to be ready for Roland Garros," said Sinner
Former world No 1 ‘felt the need to move on’ after retirement – as she opens up about ‘Hollywood movie’ romance
"For me it was kind of natural. I just felt the need to move on in life."
Are we set for the most unpredictable French Open men’s draw in years?
With key protagonists injured, struggling for form, or unproven at major level, things could be interesting in Paris
Iga Swiatek v Aryna Sabalenka: Their 9 previous matches ahead of Madrid showdown
Swiatek and Sabalenka have played each other on nine previous occasions.
Carlos Alcaraz’s injury record unwrapped: growing pains or long-term problem?
Carlos Alcaraz has now withdrawn from three clay court events this spring.
Carlos Alcaraz dealt huge blow as latest injury forces significant withdrawal
Alcaraz has been forced to withdraw from another clay court event - the third such withdrawal during the European swing.
Former world No 9 admits she was ‘ready to hate’ Challengers – but ended up loving it
"It is something entirely different and, spoiler alert, I loved it."
Tennis legend praises Novak Djokovic’s ‘remarkable achievement’ after latest world No 1 record
Djokovic is set to make yet more history as he extends his reign as the world No 1
Daniil Medvedev makes ‘importance’ comment as he defends controversial format change
World No 4 Medvedev has spoken in favour of the controversial change to some Masters and WTA 1000 events