Senior Tennis Writer
Sayantan Roy is a US Sports Writer at EssentiallySports, covering track and field, swimming, gymnastics, and the storylines shaping Team USA and the wider Olympic movement ahead of LA 2028. He previously spent more than two years writing for Tennis on the site's Live Events desk, where his real-time Matchday Preview analysis and data-backed predictions drew recognition from tennis voices including commentator and analyst Olly Tennis.
A former competitive tennis player, Sayantan built his reputation breaking down head-to-head records, match dynamics and on-court strategy with precision. That analytical grounding now shapes his Olympics reporting, where he pushes past results into the athlete storylines and structural debates that follow each event.
17-Year-Old Stands as the Only USA Athlete for This Sport at Youth Olympics
Meet Team USA's teen athlete who is all set to represent her nation as the lone athlete in an event at the Youth Olympics.
“Might Feel Like Weakness”: Olympic Hero Stephen Nedoroscik Values Transparency Ahead of Reclaiming US Title
The 27-year-old American Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik reveals why he's so transparent when it comes to sharing updates with his fans.
Gabby Thomas Calls It Quits From Social Media App Following Feud With Hater
American track and field star Gabby Thomas hints at deactivating social media account after yet another feud with hater.
Miraculous Coincidence for Tara Davis-Woodhall Saved Thousands of Dollars Thanks to Treasure Hunter
Here's how a treasure hunter unearthed two expensive rings that star athlete Tara Davis-Woodhall had lost from her home.
A Text From Simone Biles Led 17-Year-Old Gymnast to Fight Her Way to National Title
The 17-year-old gymnast who has been making waves with her rapid rise shares a valuable advice she got from Simone Biles.
“Don’t Use Water”: Track Coach Reveals Intense Training for US Sprinter
Track coach shares interesting insights about the training sessions of one of the fastest rising quarter-milers in the world.
Ex-Olympic Champion Finds New Entry to Competition Alongside US Sprinter
The 59-year-old legendary Olympian spotted guiding rising middle-distance runner at the Texas A&M University.
Olympic Champion Charged of Damaging Pool Demands to Shut Down Additional Charges
Three-time American Olympian who was previously accused of damaging pool, urges to close down additional charges.
Olympian Loses Home in Devastating Fire Shortly After Breaking Commonwealth Games All-Time Record
South African star swimmer opens up on a "heartbreaking tragedy" which took place shortly after his Commonwealth Games heroics.
Brock Lesnar Confirmed for Wrestling Hall of Fame Days After Retirement
Just days after WWE retirement, superstar Brock Lesner adds yet another feather to his cap. A Hall of Fame induction!
Simone Biles Shares Celebrity Who ‘Stole’ Her Sunglasses at Taylor-Travis Wedding
American star gymnast Simone Biles urges renowned musician to return her sunglasses which got 'stolen' at Taylor Swift's wedding.
“Rest in Peace”: Track Community Honors Runner Who Passed Away Too Soon at 21
A 21-year-old promising Australian track and field athlete's sudden death has brought the athletics world mourning the loss.
