Ankita Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She seamlessly blends
her keen interest in writing with an ability to analytically comprehend things.
During her college days, she contributed numerous articles to the college
magazine, showcasing her early passion. As a published author of a short story,
Ankita's literary journey has taken diverse forms. Her connection with Serena
Williams dates back to childhood, influencing her tennis narratives. Known for
her reader-centric approach, Ankita skillfully crafts content that resonates
with the audience's preferences. Beyond the keyboard, she finds solace in
reading fictional novels and indulging in movies or TV series during her leisure
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Ankita Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She seamlessly blends her keen interest in writing with an ability to analytically comprehend things. During her college days, she contributed numerous articles to the college magazine, showcasing her early passion. As a published author of a short story, Ankita's literary journey has taken diverse forms. Her connection with Serena Williams dates back to childhood, influencing her tennis narratives. Known for her reader-centric approach, Ankita skillfully crafts content that resonates with the audience's preferences. Beyond the keyboard, she finds solace in reading fictional novels and indulging in movies or TV series during her leisure hours.

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Reubyn Coutinho is a Senior Lead Editor at EssentiallySports. This Mass Communication major analyzes reader metrics and studies competitors to craft, adapt, and uphold EssentiallySports's editorial guidelines. In four years at EssentiallySports, he has trained/mentored over 80 journalists, founded and led the content enhancement team, made data-driven changes to article formats, created guidelines for unique content offerings to appeal to the American sports fan, overseen the transition from a sports blog to a sports news website, introduced an editorial feedback loop. As a reporter, Reubyn has filed 1,000+ articles across WWE, UFC, F1, Tennis, Boxing, NFL, and NBA. He has interviewed former UFC champions, Demetrious Johnson and Miesha Tate. Away from the desk, Reubyn, a cinephile, is a film critic and editor with Netflix Junkie and other websites.

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Reubyn Coutinho

‘Don’t Take Any Pay’-Venus Williams Puts Herself Forward for an Exciting Job
With Sister Serena Williams

Tennis: BNP Paribas Open-Day 6

Oct 9, 2021; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Ons Jabeur (TUN) hits a shot against Anastasija Sevastova (LAT) at Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Tennis: BNP Paribas Open-Day 6 - EssentiallySports

Sagar Ashtakoula is a Tennis author at EssentiallySports. He has been following the sport since 2007. Sagar has completed his graduation in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Having developed an interest in creating content, he mixed his passion for writing with his love for tennis. After working for 2 years at SportsKeeda, he joined the tennis team at EssentiallySports. His obsession with tennis statistics is what motivates him to write about the sport. He is an avid Roger Federer fan and has high regard for Naomi Osaka. Besides tennis, Sagar is a reading enthusiast with a particular preference for crime novels by Agatha Christie.

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Sagar Ashtakoula

‘We’re Close Friends’- Ons Jabeur Opens Up About Rare Friendship With Spanish
Tennis Legend Amid Coach’s Absence

Australian Open

Tennis - Australian Open - Men's Singles Final - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 31, 2022 Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates winning the final against Russia's Daniil Medvedev REUTERS/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake

Australian Open - EssentiallySports

Vatsal Shah, a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports, combines sports management insight with two years of rich content creation experience. His journey at ES involves delving into the core of tennis, covering ATP/WTA tours, and contributing around 2000 articles. Notably, one of his pieces on Venus Williams garnered over 400k views. For Vatsal, writing isn't just a job; it's a work of passion aligned with his admiration for tennis, making ES the ultimate playground for his skills. Beyond words, Vatsal finds joy in traveling, adding an adventurous touch to his multifaceted persona.

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Vatsal Shah

‘He Was Not Lying’- Rafael Nadal’s Brutally Honest Persona Hailed by Retired WTA
Star in Stunning Revelation

2021 French Open - Previews

PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 29: Winners of the 2020 French Open seven months ago, Rafael Nadal of Spain and Iga Swiatek of Poland practice together for 20 minutes on Court 5 ahead of the French Open 2021, Grand Slam tennis tournament at Roland-Garros stadium on May 29, 2021 in Paris, France. (Photo by John Berry/Getty Images)

2021 French Open - Previews - EssentiallySports

2021 French Open &#8211; Previews

Starting off as a tennis author in 2018, Varun Khanna has gone on to contribute to EssentiallySports in various capacities. After setting up interviews with the likes of Serena Williams? coach Patrick Mouratoglou, Aliz? Cornet, and Noah Rubin, Varun is now part of all major ATP and WTA press conferences and has gone on to pen more than 1300 articles for EssentiallySports. He now heads the tennis and NBA division of the organization. While writing remains a passion for him, Varun has branched out into the marketing and communications department of EssentiallySports as well. When he wants to relax, Varun doesn?t have to venture away from tennis and NBA; he simply tunes in to Rafael Nadal and Michael Jordan?s exploits in their respective sports, past and present.

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Varun Khanna

Madrid Open: Iga Swiatek Whole-Heartedly Protects Idol Rafael Nadal Amid Growing
Expectations After Win Against Darwin Blanch

French Open

Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 31, 2021 Switzerland's Roger Federer during his first round match against Uzbekistan's Denis Istomin REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

French Open - EssentiallySports

Purav Joshi is a Senior Tennis author at EssentiallySports. Having a degree in Films, Television and Media Production, he guided his passion for writing and journalism into the sport of aces and rallies. With over 2 years of experience as a copywriter, Purav has authored over 1000 tennis articles. While the world dreads the departure of the Big Three, Purav is excited for the next generation to take over the mantle of the sport. He enjoys seeing Novak Djokovic dominate the sport and hopes to see him conquer all records. Apart from the world of tennis, Purav is fond of reading poetry and playing soccer.

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Purav Joshi

Furious Roger Federer Once Bashed French Open Officials for Their Laxity After
Fan Broke All Rules

U.S. Open

Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - September 9, 2023 Coco Gauff of the U.S. celebrates after winning the U.S. Open REUTERS/Mike Segar

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‘I Was Allowed to Watch Euphoria’- Coco Gauff Re-Lives Early Memories of
Fangirling Zendaya

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Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner

Akshat Gaur is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. His journey on our platform is a testament to his deep-rooted passion for the sport. With a commitment towards ethical journalism, Akshat demonstrates this aspect through his measured offerings. Akshat's articles not only predict the next trends in the game but also bring unique perspectives, often landing in the website's trending section. Outside the realm of writing, he seamlessly transitions into a sportsman, having been a professional soccer player and district-level athlete.

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Akshat Gaur

Madrid Open: Carlos Alcaraz Oozes Confidence at Overthrowing Novak Djokovic
Despite Jannik Sinner’s Dream Run

Tennis: US Open

Aug 30, 2021; Flushing, NY, USA; Carlos Alcaraz of Spain in action against Cameron Norrie of Great Britain in a first round match on day one of the 2021 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

Tennis: US Open - EssentiallySports

Melroy Joseph Fernandes is a Tennis author at EssentiallySports. A Mass Media graduate from St. Andrew's College, Mumbai, Melroy has been a content writer for the past 6 years, curating stories for several brands, starting from his own. As a playwright and a director, he has toured a number of productions in and around his hometown of Mumbai. When not directing, Melroy is seen conducting workshops for aspiring writers and artists, paving the way for young enthusiasts into the writing fraternity. As a guest lecturer, he is often seen conducting sessions on public speaking, acting, and content writing across various educational institutions such as St. Xavier's, St. Andrew's, and many more. Now 22, Melroy is at EssentiallySports, using his penmanship to pursue his undying love for sports, covering events and curating them into unforgettable stories. When not writing, you'll find this tennis fanatic on tabletops at official screenings, engaging in some not-so-friendly banter or defending the legacy of who he says is the ultimate GOAT, Roger Federer.

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Melroy Fernandes

Madrid Open: Carlos Alcaraz Confesses to Seeking Mental Help Owing to Coach Juan
Carlos Ferrero’s Absence

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Throughout my life, two fields have always intrigued me: journalism and sports. Thus, when it comes to building a career, I focused on honing my writing skills while providing in-depth coverage of the latest developments in the tennis world for EssentiallySports? passionate readership. During my time here, I have been serving as a knowledgeable resource for all things tennis and providing in-depth on-court analysis and off-court coverage. I go gaga for any updates concerning Coco Gauff. Her determination on the court, along with her dedication to being a shining example to the younger generation, has been a major factor in increasing my love for the 2023 US Open champion. When I am away from work, you can find me sipping chai at a local cafe, browsing used bookstores, or relaxing in a park with my notebook and pen. My goal is to one day publish both short stories and novels that leave lasting impressions.

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Manasvi Dwivedi

Billie Jean King Goes Gaga as 98-Year-Old Tennis Enthusiast Wins Hearts With Her
Unmatched Tenacity for the Sport

Wimbledon

Tennis - Wimbledon - All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain - July 2, 2022 Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts during his third round match against Italy's Lorenzo Sonego REUTERS/Matthew Childs

Articles by Ankita Banerjee

‘Don’t Take Any Pay’-Venus Williams Puts Herself Forward for an Exciting Job With Sister Serena Williams

‘We’re Close Friends’- Ons Jabeur Opens Up About Rare Friendship With Spanish Tennis Legend Amid Coach’s Absence

‘He Was Not Lying’- Rafael Nadal’s Brutally Honest Persona Hailed by Retired WTA Star in Stunning Revelation

Madrid Open: Iga Swiatek Whole-Heartedly Protects Idol Rafael Nadal Amid Growing Expectations After Win Against Darwin Blanch

Furious Roger Federer Once Bashed French Open Officials for Their Laxity After Fan Broke All Rules

‘I Was Allowed to Watch Euphoria’- Coco Gauff Re-Lives Early Memories of Fangirling Zendaya

Madrid Open: Carlos Alcaraz Oozes Confidence at Overthrowing Novak Djokovic Despite Jannik Sinner’s Dream Run

Madrid Open: Carlos Alcaraz Confesses to Seeking Mental Help Owing to Coach Juan Carlos Ferrero’s Absence

Billie Jean King Goes Gaga as 98-Year-Old Tennis Enthusiast Wins Hearts With Her Unmatched Tenacity for the Sport

Madrid Open: Is Rafael Nadal Going to Be Felicitated in a Possible Final Appearance In-Front of His Home-Crowd?

Do Darwin Blanch’s Siblings Play Tennis? Everything to Know About the Young American’s Power-Packed Family

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