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America set to catch 'Lamine Fever' as Spain chase another WC title

America set to catch 'Lamine Fever' as Spain chase another WC title

Rediff.com   2 days ago

Lamine Yamal exploded into view at 16 and became an integral part of Spain's record fourth European Championship triumph in 2024.

Sindhu advances at Indonesia Open, back in top 10 after 954 days

Sindhu advances at Indonesia Open, back in top 10 after 954 days

Rediff.com   2 days ago

India's PV Sindhu advanced to the Indonesia Open pre-quarterfinals with a 25-23, 21-16 win over Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan on Tuesday.

70-foot Messi statue in Kolkata taken down over safety concerns

70-foot Messi statue in Kolkata taken down over safety concerns

Rediff.com   3 days ago

A 70-foot statue of football legend Lionel Messi was removed from Kolkata's Lake Town area on Monday after concerns were raised about its safety.

'Long overdue': Sindhu applauds Satwik-Chirag after Singapore Open title win

'Long overdue': Sindhu applauds Satwik-Chirag after Singapore Open title win

Rediff.com   4 days ago

PV Sindhu hailed Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty after the Indian duo won the Singapore Open 2026, ending a two-year title drought and becoming the first Indian men's doubles pair to claim the prestigious title.

SC allows Vinesh to compete in Asian Games trials, cautions courts against interference

SC allows Vinesh to compete in Asian Games trials, cautions courts against interference

Rediff.com   6 days ago

The Supreme Court allowed Olympian Vinesh Phogat to compete in the 2026 Asian Games selection trials while cautioning against excessive judicial interference in sporting matters during the hearing of WFI's plea challenging the Delhi High Court order.

Ganguly hails East Bengal after historic maiden ISL title triumph

Ganguly hails East Bengal after historic maiden ISL title triumph

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Sourav Ganguly congratulated East Bengal after the Kolkata giants won their first-ever Indian Super League title, ending a 22-year wait for top-tier league glory.

Indian Navy hails Petty Officer Gurindervir's golden run

Indian Navy hails Petty Officer Gurindervir's golden run

Rediff.com   24 May 2026

Indian Navy congratulated Gurindervir Singh after he became the first Indian to run 100m in under 10.10 seconds.

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

Rediff.com   18 May 2026

Aaron Rai's PGA Championship victory was significantly influenced by his wife, Gaurika Bishnoi, an Indian professional golfer. Her support, mindset, and advice played a crucial role in his success, marking a historic moment for the English golfer with Indian heritage.

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

PGA Champ Aaron Rai's Secret Weapon: Wife Gaurika Bishnoi

Rediff.com   18 May 2026

Aaron Rai's PGA Championship victory was significantly influenced by his wife, Gaurika Bishnoi, an Indian professional golfer. Her support, mindset, and advice played a crucial role in his success, marking a historic moment for the English golfer with Indian heritage.

Haaland set for acting debut in animated Viking adventure

Haaland set for acting debut in animated Viking adventure

Rediff.com   16 May 2026

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is set to make his acting debut by voicing an animated version of himself in Viking adventure film Viqueens, scheduled for release in late 2026.

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Rediff.com   15 May 2026

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance in Qualifying 2 for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, finishing ahead of four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen in one of the toughest GT3 grids in world motorsport.

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Arjun Maini impresses with qualifying finish above Max Verstappen in GT3 battle

Rediff.com   15 May 2026

Indian racer Arjun Maini delivered a standout performance in Qualifying 2 for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, finishing ahead of four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen in one of the toughest GT3 grids in world motorsport.

Jwala Gutta Donates 60 Litres Of Breast Milk

Jwala Gutta Donates 60 Litres Of Breast Milk

Rediff.com   15 May 2026

Badminton player Jwala Gutta is raising awareness about the importance of breast milk donation, revealing she donated nearly 60 litres to hospitals in Hyderabad and Chennai.

Sakshi Malik backs Vinesh Phogat in comeback row with WFI

Sakshi Malik backs Vinesh Phogat in comeback row with WFI

Rediff.com   12 May 2026

Sakshi Malik backed Vinesh Phogat in her tussle with the Wrestling Federation of India, urging authorities to let the new mother resume her wrestling career.

'Visca El Barca!' Messi congratulates La Liga champions FC Barcelona

'Visca El Barca!' Messi congratulates La Liga champions FC Barcelona

Rediff.com   11 May 2026

Lionel Messi congratulated FC Barcelona after their 29th La Liga title win over Real Madrid, recalling his legendary trophy-laden legacy with the Catalan giants.

'Nari Shakti': Vaishali's historic win draws praise from Pawan Kalyan

'Nari Shakti': Vaishali's historic win draws praise from Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

India's R Vaishali wins the FIDE Women's Candidates 2026 in Cyprus, earning the right to challenge world champion Ju Wenjun and drawing praise for her historic achievement.

Torino mourn death of eight-year-old player in motorway crash

Torino mourn death of eight-year-old player in motorway crash

Rediff.com   9 Apr 2026

Torino mourn the death of eight-year-old academy player Ismael Pistis following a motorway crash on Easter Sunday, with tributes pouring in from the football community.

Asian Junior Squash: Anika Dubey will set sights on another medal

Asian Junior Squash: Anika Dubey will set sights on another medal

Rediff.com   7 Apr 2026

Anika Dubey from Pune, Akanksha Gupta from Thane, and Vasundhara Nangare from Kalamb -- three girls from different corners of Maharashtra have cleared the SRFI Selection Round for the 33rd Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships to be held in China.

Indian-Origin Bodhana Sivanandan Is UK's No. 1 Women's Chess Player

Indian-Origin Bodhana Sivanandan Is UK's No. 1 Women's Chess Player

Rediff.com   3 Apr 2026

At just 11 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become Great Britain's No 1 Women's Chess player dethroning four-time British Women's Champion Lan Yao.

IFL: Sreenidi Deccan FC draw with Shillong to go top; Rajasthan in 2nd spot

IFL: Sreenidi Deccan FC draw with Shillong to go top; Rajasthan in 2nd spot

Rediff.com   2 Apr 2026

Naoba Meitei and Amadou Soukouna score in the second half as Rajasthan United beat Chanmari FC 2-0 to move top of the Indian Football League table.