Features Writer at Tennis365 since April. Have a keen interest in the WTA Tour, historical content, and facts & stats. Formerly of Beat Media Group.
Articles by Oli Dickson Jefford

Naomi Osaka reveals ‘special feeling’ as she makes Billie Jean King Cup return
Naomi Osaka revealed why her Billie Jean King Cup return was so "special" after winning her opening rubber in the competition

Holger Rune embroiled in Monte Carlo Masters’ latest controversy: ‘I cannot get a warning for this’
Holger Rune was dragged into controversy at the Monte Carlo Masters following incidents involving Daniil Medvedev earlier in the week

Holger Rune set for big rankings drop after Monte Carlo loss as Jannik Sinner stays strong
Holger Rune is set to dip significantly in the ATP Rankings after his Monte Carlo Masters loss

Billie Jean King Cup: 3 reasons why USA are favourites in 2024
The USA are arguably the leading contenders to claim the Billie Jean King Cup title in 2024

The 9 men with the most clay court wins of 2023: Carlos Alcaraz tops list
Carlos Alcaraz tops the list of ATP players who recorded the most clay court wins of 2023, with the 2024 clay season now underway

Has Novak Djokovic rediscovered his Monte Carlo mojo at the perfect time?
Novak Djokovic sent out a warning shot with a strong opening round win at the Monte Carlo Masters

Ben Shelton matches his dad to achieve rare feat as Sebastian Korda aims to join exclusive club
Ben Shelton and his dad Bryan are part of an exclusive ATP club after the former's triumph in Houston this past weekend

Danielle Collins matches US legends with rare ‘double’ win streak feat
Danielle Collins' recent run has seen her emulate some of the greatest American players of the century

Naomi Osaka, Iga Swiatek lead 7 biggest stars in Billie Jean King Cup qualifier action
Naomi Osaka and Iga Swiatek headline the WTA stars in Billie Jean King Cup action this week

Rafael Nadal’s 7 astonishing Monte Carlo Masters records revealed
Rafael Nadal has picked up record after record at one of the most successful events of his career

Who is Sumit Nagal, the Indian tennis star making history in Monte Carlo?
A look at the journey Sumit Nagal has taken to achieve a slice of Indian tennis history in Monte Carlo

Why Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe’s Houston final was groundbreaking for US Tennis
Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe made history when they faced off in Houston on Sunday

Iga Swiatek v Lindsay Davenport: comparing WTA greats as Pole moves level in all-time No 1 standings
How does Iga Swiatek compare to Lindsay Davenport after matching her weeks at No 1?

The last 7 men to lift the Monte Carlo Masters title: Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic star
Rafael Nadal dominates the list of the most recent Monte Carlo Masters champions.

WTA Rankings: Danielle Collins +7, Iga Swiatek moves level with WTA legend
This way for for your WTA Rankings update as Danielle Collins keeps on rising

Top 10 star confesses: ‘Beast’ Novak Djokovic told me he is ‘not a superhero’
"He also feels the emotions we all feel, but he handles them differently."

Andrey Rublev admits big controversy could be ‘stuck in my mind’
"I felt like I was paralyzed, I couldn't move," said Rublev.

The 11 men to have bagelled Andy Murray: Djokovic, Federer feature
Only 11 men have ever been able to take a 6-0 set from Andy Murray, with Novak Djokovic doing it four times.

Carlos Alcaraz makes ‘pressure’ prediction ahead of Monte Carlo after ATP Rankings slip
“Being No. 1 or No. 2 is great, but just one position down does not change too much."

Novak Djokovic lifts lid on ‘very simple’ split with long-term coach
“The results and history speak for itself and he remains a good friend of me and my family.”

Emma Raducanu opens up about ‘fun’ challenge ahead of upcoming return
"I find it very fun. It’s interesting, I think it’s different."

Former Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini set for huge rankings leap as comeback gathers pace
Berrettini is in line to potentially win his 8th ATP title, with a significant rankings rise already guaranteed.

Novak Djokovic shares thoughts on Jannik Sinner’s rise ahead of potential Monte Carlo showdown
“He has had tremendous success. He has improved a lot."

The 15 times Rafael Nadal has lost a set 6-0: Roger Federer achieved feat 3 times
Only 12 men have been able to take a set off Nadal without dropping a game.

Frances Tiafoe opens up about ‘sleeping on a massage table’ as he discusses humble tennis upbringing
“I mean then I'm just sitting there, sleeping on a massage table with my dad."

Nick Kyrgios makes comeback revelation as he admits it’s been ‘one of the hardest years’
“Like why am I doing all this? Like I don’t have to do it, but I’m doing it for some reason"

WTA Finals venue finally confirmed in announcement likely to divide tennis
The choice of venue has previously been criticised by WTA legends and leading human rights groups

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.