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
Caroline Wozniacki, Simona Halep war of words could reignite after big announcement
Wozniacki has been among the most outspoken critic of Halep's return to WTA action.
Goran Ivanisevic identifies moment when he began to ‘feel that the end was near’ for Novak Djokovic partnership
“It was only a question of whether that would be at the end of the year, or at some point in this year."
The 9 ATP players with the most aces so far in 2024: Grigor Dimitrov in 4th spot
Dimitrov features alongside some of the very best serves on tour in the aces count for 2024.
Tennis v Pickleball debate ramps up after ‘wild tweet’ prompts response from Nick Kyrgios, Andy Roddick
A "wild tweet" from a former US college tennis player has drawn a strong response from the likes of Nick Kyrgios and Andy Roddick
The 11 players to win a set 6-0 against Novak Djokovic: only Rafael Nadal has done it twice
Only 11 men have ever taken a set off Novak Djokovic without dropping a game
Novak Djokovic’s next coach: Who is Nenad Zimonjic – the man tipped to replace Goran Ivanisevic?
All you need to know about the man who could become Novak Djokovic's new permanent coach
Alexander Zverev’s Davis Cup team-mate says ‘ATP will have to do something’ if German is found guilty
"Whatever verdict may come out, I think that we have to respect that one."
ATP star makes ‘dangerous’ Rafael Nadal claim as he states facing Spaniard at Roland Garros is ‘toughest job’
"He made me just suffer. You know, he just plays such a different kind of ball to anyone else on tour."
The nine women with the most aces on the WTA this season; Osaka, Gauff, Sabalenka all feature
Some big names feature high up in the ace stats after the first three months of the season.
What can we expect from Jannik Sinner this clay court season?
Jannik Sinner now faces a tough new challenge after a dominant start to the year.
The 5 players to win a set 6-0 against Roger Federer – featuring a brutal bagel in final match
Only a select few were able to bagel the Swiss great.
Jannik Sinner joins four tennis greats in achieving prestigious early-season feat
Jannik Sinner in special company after his Miami Open title.
Ons Jabeur leads list of WTA stars hoping to avoid huge rankings drop on clay
Fve WTA players searching for form - and to save their rankings - during the clay season.
Novak Djokovic among ATP stars facing huge rankings slip ahead of crucial clay season
Five ATP players who will be looking to kickstart their seasons this spring.
ATP Rankings: Novak Djokovic on cusp of Roger Federer’s record as Jannik Sinner makes more history
This way for your latest ATP Rankings.
T365 Recall: When ‘comeback kid’ Gaston Gaudio captured shock French Open title in 2004
Oli Jefford remembers Gaston Gaudio's moment of glory at the 2004 French Open.
Iga Swiatek might be French Open favourite after dramatic week in Rome
Oli Jefford feels Iga Swiatek is a good bet ahead of the French Open.
Decision to play on clay may be unwise for Serena Williams and Roger Federer as they target further glory
Serena and Federer's clay moves may have come at a cost.
Emilia-Romagna Open: From late addition to the calendars to luring Serena Williams and Venus Williams
Oli Jefford gives you the lowdown on the Emilia-Romagna Open.
Matteo Berrettini’s improvement paying off as Italian recaptures good form in 2021
Oli Jefford explains why Matteo Berrittini has the potential become one of the biggest names in tennis.
Saluting supreme Serena Williams as she plays 1,000th match: A look at tennis icon’s most significant wins
Oli Jefford picks out some of Serena Williams' most significant wins.
Emergence of Ashleigh Barty-Arena Sabalenka rivalry illustrative of generational change in women’s tennis
Oli Jefford on the rivalries in women's tennis.
Trailblazer Ons Jabeur continues quest for maiden WTA Tour title and further history
Oli Jefford on the inspirational Ons Jabeur.
Dan Evans’ transformation into top singles and doubles player shows hard work can pay off
It has been quite a turnaround from Dan Evans, writes Oli Jefford.
Like mother like son as Stefanos Tsitsipas draws maternal inspiration for Monte-Carlo Masters success
Stefanos Tsitsipas follows in his mother's footsteps in Monte-Carlo.
Felix Auger-Aliassime-Toni Nadal partnership needs time after opening loss in Monte Carlo
Oli Jefford excited about the Felix Auger-Aliassime-Toni Nadal partnership.
Mixed doubles return at the French Open something to be excited about
Oli Jefford pleased to see mixed doubles back on French Open agenda.
Can Sloane Stephens start reversing her two-year slump in form?
Oli Jefford on Sloane Stephens' drop in form.
Daniil Medvedev needs strong clay-court season after previous struggles on the red dirt
Daniil Medvedev eyes fix for clay woes, writes Oli Jefford.
Iga Swiatek and Hubert Hurkacz set to bring Polish tennis to the forefront
Oli Jefford on Iga Swiatek and Hubert Hurkacz giving Polish tennis a big boost.
Elina Svitolina finds much needed form at Miami Open after difficult start to 2021 season
Oli Jefford on Elina Svitolina's return to form.
Surprise Grand Slam semi-finals ahead of Karolina Muchova vs Jennifer Brady Australian Open clash
Oli Jefford looks at surprise major semi-finalists in recent history.
Five WTA stars looking to win a maiden Grand Slam in 2021: From Aryna Sabalenka to Karolina Pliskova
Oli Jefford picks out five stars who could win a maiden major.
T365 Recalls: Caroline Wozniacki captures sole Grand Slam title at 2018 Australian Open
We look back at Caroline Wozniacki's moment of glory.