
Vatsal Shah is a tennis journalist at EssentiallySports, covering ATP and WTA storylines from the ES Trends Desk since 2023. He delivers breaking insights on major tournaments and player arcs, decoding tactical shifts and viral moments into accessible takeaways for fans worldwide. His coverage of Taylor Townsend’s Dubai title win stood out for capturing both the emotional significance of her victory and the context of her comeback. Drawing on his background as a recreational player, Vatsal adds a courtside perspective to his reporting, bringing depth and authenticity to Grand Slam coverage for the ES News Center. By combining sharp observation with a clear, engaging writing style, he ensures that key tennis moments are not only reported but truly understood. Fluent in English, French, and German, as well as three Indian languages, Gujarati, Hindi, and Marathi, Vatsal connects with a diverse global readership. With his mix of linguistic reach, analytical insight, and passion for the sport, he is carving a niche as a fresh, incisive voice in tennis journalism.
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Venus Williams Denies Following Serena Williams’ Habit Before US Open: “Can’t Let Anything Come”
During their newly released podcast, Venus Williams and Serena Williams explain why they never invite anyone to their matches.

Serena Williams Clears Air on Biggest Misconception About Her During Stockton Street Release
In her new podcast, Serena Williams clears the biggest misconception about her as she dominated women's tennis over the years.

20-Year-Old Chinese Star Stuns Tennis World With Incredible Stats to Defeat Cameron Norrie at ATP Chengdu
In the ATP Chengdu first round, 20-year-old Chinese star takes down the fifth seed Cameron Norrie in a thrilling three-set match.

Taylor Townsend Left Stunned Over Bizarre Choices Ahead of the Asian Swing
During a dinner outing, Taylor Townsend gets a major shock as she is surprised by a chef's unusual food recommendation.

Jessica Pegula Cheekily Mocks Carlos Alcaraz as Dating Rumors Create a Buzz
During The Player's Box Podcast, Jessica Pegula takes a hilarious dig at Carlos Alcaraz amid his relationship rumors.

WTA Veteran Slams Likes of Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek & Others Over Constant Pay Complaints
During an interview, WTA veteran calls out female stars like Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff over constant complaints about tennis schedule.

Serena Williams Latest Announcement With Venus Williams Turns Heads After US Open
Serena Williams and Venus Williams got together for an interesting collaboration after the US Open to talk about their careers.

24-Year-Old American Star Opens Up on How Autism Gives Him an Edge Over Tennis’s Biggest Stars
During an interview, American star, who is suffering from Autism, opens up about how he turns his weakness into his strength.

31YO Tennis Star Banned for Lifetime Over Match Fixing Scandal in 22 Matches
Major fixing scandal breaks out in men's tennis as 31-year-old star receives lifetime punishment for his actions.

Davis Cup Captain Minces No Words as Holger Rune Targeted After Bizarre On-Court Behavior: “He Insulted”
Following a heated Davis Cup encounter, Holger Rune faces the wrath of a Spanish legend for disrespecting the fans.

Novak Djokovic Urged to Make Serious Changes as He Chases Roger Federer’s Legendary Record
During an interview, former ATP star opens up about the change that Novak Djokovic should incorporate to break Roger Federer's record.

Ex-US Open Champion Erupts in Fury After Shocking Umpiring Blunder at Davis Cup
During the Davis Cup tie between Croatia and France, former US Open champion was left red-faced after a bizarre error.
