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Wawrinka handed US Open wildcard after backlash

Wawrinka handed US Open wildcard after backlash

Rediff.com1 days ago

Swiss tennis star Stan Wawrinka has been granted a wildcard entry into the U.S. Open men's singles draw, following public demand after his initial exclusion. The 2016 champion, who had previously expressed his farewell to the tournament, will now compete in the year's final major.

'Health issue': Djokovic's big US Open concern

'Health issue': Djokovic's big US Open concern

Rediff.com1 days ago

Novak Djokovic is aiming for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open, but recent physical struggles, particularly in high heat and humidity, raise questions about his ability to endure the demanding tournament. Despite his experience, the 39-year-old faces a challenging field and needs to manage his energy carefully to achieve his historic goal.

Chotrani And Senthilkumar Shine At Budapest Open

Chotrani And Senthilkumar Shine At Budapest Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian squash players Veer Chotrani and Velavan Senthilkumar have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the Budapest Open, a significant PSA copper event in Hungary, showcasing strong performances against international competitors.

Gauff carries Cincinnati momentum into US Open bid

Gauff carries Cincinnati momentum into US Open bid

Rediff.com6 minutes ago

After securing her first title of the season at the Cincinnati Open, American tennis star Coco Gauff is brimming with confidence and aiming for a championship run at the US Open, seeking her third Grand Slam crown.

Wildcard opens door for Venus Williams' latest US Open chapter at 46

Wildcard opens door for Venus Williams' latest US Open chapter at 46

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Two-time US Open singles champion Venus Williams has received a wildcard entry into this year's tournament, organisers said on Tuesday.

Nagal's US Open Journey Ends Early In Qualifying Round

Nagal's US Open Journey Ends Early In Qualifying Round

Rediff.com14 hours ago

Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal was defeated in straight sets by top seed Arthur Gea in the opening round of the US Open qualifying tournament, extending his streak of not reaching a Grand Slam main draw to seven events. Nagal will now focus on the upcoming Davis Cup clash.

Sabalenka under pressure as US Open title defence looms

Sabalenka under pressure as US Open title defence looms

Rediff.com24 minutes ago

Aryna Sabalenka aims to secure her third consecutive US Open title, a feat not achieved since Serena Williams. However, a recent dip in form and a challenge to her world number one ranking from Elena Rybakina cast doubt on her chances, with experts noting her vulnerability.

Box Office: Yash's Toxic Gets Blockbuster Opening

Box Office: Yash's Toxic Gets Blockbuster Opening

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Yash has delivered a phenomenal box office success with Toxic.

Muchova and Mensik win US Open mixed doubles title

Muchova and Mensik win US Open mixed doubles title

Rediff.com1 days ago

Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik of the Czech Republic defeated Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli to secure the US Open mixed doubles title, marking their first Grand Slam victory as a team.

Akshay Sharma, Manu Gandas Share Lead At Telangana Open

Akshay Sharma, Manu Gandas Share Lead At Telangana Open

Rediff.com2 days ago

Akshay Sharma and Manu Gandas carded matching seven-under 65s to share a one-shot lead on the opening day of the Telangana Open. Vishesh Sharma and Rashid Khan are tied for third, one shot behind. The first round was suspended due to fading light and will resume on Wednesday.

Carlos Alcaraz back after 5 months: US Open test awaits

Carlos Alcaraz back after 5 months: US Open test awaits

Rediff.com1 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz is set to defend his U.S. Open title after a nearly five-month injury layoff, with expectations high despite limited match practice as he aims for a third New York crown.

Serena-Venus Williams get another shot at US Open glory

Serena-Venus Williams get another shot at US Open glory

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams have been granted a women's doubles wildcard entry for the upcoming U.S. Open, marking their return to the tournament as a pair after Serena's previous farewell.

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M Claims Kanizsa Open Crown

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian Grandmaster Pranesh M secured a significant victory at the Kanizsa Open in Hungary, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round. The 19-year-old, currently ranked 44th globally, finished with seven points, earning congratulations from the Indian Embassy for his performance on the international chess stage.

Abdominal Injury Forces Joao Fonseca Out Of US Open

Abdominal Injury Forces Joao Fonseca Out Of US Open

Rediff.com3 days ago

Brazilian tennis sensation Joao Fonseca has announced his withdrawal from the upcoming US Open due to an abdominal injury.

Pranesh Wins Kanizsa Open 2026 Chess Championship In Hungary

Pranesh Wins Kanizsa Open 2026 Chess Championship In Hungary

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M clinched the Group A title at the prestigious Kanizsa Open 2026, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round.

Senthilkumar Stuns Top Seed, Chotrani Also Advances In Budapest Open

Senthilkumar Stuns Top Seed, Chotrani Also Advances In Budapest Open

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Indian squash players Velavan Senthilkumar and Veer Chotrani have advanced to the semifinals of the Budapest Open, with Senthilkumar notably defeating top seed Eain Yow Ng.

Who are the other women's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Who are the other women's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Rediff.com2 hours ago

As the U.S. Open approaches, the women's draw is packed with Grand Slam winners, rising stars, and hungry contenders, including Naomi Osaka, Elena Rybakina, Linda Noskova, Amanda Anisimova, Mirra Andreeva, Jessica Pegula, and Marta Kostyuk, all vying for a deep run in New York.

Alcaraz returns to loaded US Open half; Sabalenka drawn into tough title defence

Alcaraz returns to loaded US Open half; Sabalenka drawn into tough title defence

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Defending champions Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka face challenging US Open draws, with Alcaraz sharing a loaded half with Djokovic and Sabalenka pursuing a historic three-peat.

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT For Teens

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT For Teens

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

'ChatGPT for Teens brings together learning and safety features in one unified experience, supporting active, collaborative learning outside the classroom while enabling more intentional and age-appropriate use of AI.'

Star Duo Djokovic-Sabalenka Crash Out Of US Open Mixed Doubles

Star Duo Djokovic-Sabalenka Crash Out Of US Open Mixed Doubles

Rediff.com2 days ago

Top seeds Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka were eliminated from the U.S. Open mixed doubles in their opening match, losing to Henry Patten and Katerina Siniakova. Despite winning the first set, the star-studded pair could not hold on, with Siniakova sealing the upset with an ace.

Carlos Alcaraz joins Serena Williams for US Open mixed doubles

Carlos Alcaraz joins Serena Williams for US Open mixed doubles

Rediff.com5 days ago

Carlos Alcaraz will partner Serena Williams in the U.S. Open mixed doubles, adding a blockbuster pairing to Serena's competitive return at Flushing Meadows.

Serena Williams-Alcaraz, Djokovic-Sabalenka exit US Open mixed doubles

Serena Williams-Alcaraz, Djokovic-Sabalenka exit US Open mixed doubles

Rediff.com2 days ago

Tennis legend Serena Williams made a victorious return to the U.S. Open, partnering with Carlos Alcaraz in mixed doubles to defeat Erin Routliffe and Lloyd Glasspool. This marked her first appearance at Arthur Ashe Stadium since her 2022 farewell, delighting fans. While Williams and Alcaraz advanced, top seeds Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka were surprisingly eliminated in the revamped mixed doubles format, which aims to attract more singles stars and fans.

Federer makes emotional return to Flushing Meadows for US Open exhibition

Federer makes emotional return to Flushing Meadows for US Open exhibition

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tennis legend Roger Federer is set to make an emotional return to Flushing Meadows for an exhibition event, providing a long-awaited farewell to his fans at the US Open, an event he once dominated with five consecutive wins.

Cincinnati Open: Pegula survives scare, sets up Swiatek clash

Cincinnati Open: Pegula survives scare, sets up Swiatek clash

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jessica Pegula and Iga Swiatek advanced to the Cincinnati Open women's semi-finals, with Pegula overcoming Amanda Anisimova in a tough three-setter and Swiatek progressing after Elena Rybakina retired due to injury. In the men's draw, Flavio Cobolli reached his first ATP Masters 1000 semi-final, defeating Tommy Paul, and will face Arthur Fils.

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the US Open?

Rediff.com1 days ago

As the U.S. Open approaches, several top players are vying for the men's singles title, with Arthur Fils emerging as a strong contender after his Cincinnati Open victory, while Taylor Fritz, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Daniil Medvedev, and rising star Rafael Jodar also pose significant threats.

Bhattacharya Dominates Day 2 Of Kolar Open

Bhattacharya Dominates Day 2 Of Kolar Open

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Shaurya Bhattacharya fired a five-under 67 to extend his lead to three strokes at nine-under 135 on day two of the Kolar Open. The Delhi golfer made six birdies against a lone bogey, showcasing strong ball-striking and adapting well to windy conditions. Mohd Azhar is his nearest challenger, while other notable players like Arjun Sharma, Angad Cheema, and Badal Hossain are tied for third.

Sinner out, Alcaraz returning: Zverev now the man to beat at US Open?

Sinner out, Alcaraz returning: Zverev now the man to beat at US Open?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Alexander Zverev arrives at the U.S. Open as the top seed, aiming for his second Grand Slam title. With Jannik Sinner's absence due to injury and Carlos Alcaraz's limited match practice, Zverev has a clear path to capitalise on his recent French Open success. Despite a mixed record at Flushing Meadows, his powerful game and new world number two ranking position him as a strong contender.

US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money

US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money

Rediff.com7 days ago

The US Open has announced a record $108 million in prize money for this year's tournament, the largest purse in tennis history.

Rain pushes Washington Open, Canadian Open finals to Monday

Rain pushes Washington Open, Canadian Open finals to Monday

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Rain disrupted the Washington Open women's final between Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala, pushing it to Monday, along with the men's final. The Canadian Open in Toronto and Montreal also saw matches postponed due to adverse weather conditions.

Williams sisters beaten on doubles return at Cincinnati Open

Williams sisters beaten on doubles return at Cincinnati Open

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams made their return to doubles action at the Cincinnati Open, their first match together since 2022.

Carlos Alcaraz Pulls Out Of Cincinnati Open; Doubtful For US Open

Carlos Alcaraz Pulls Out Of Cincinnati Open; Doubtful For US Open

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the Cincinnati Open due to an ongoing wrist injury, casting fresh doubts over the Spaniard's fitness ahead of his US Open title defence this month.

Angad Cheema Holds Two-Shot Lead After Round Three Of Telangana Open

Angad Cheema Holds Two-Shot Lead After Round Three Of Telangana Open

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Angad Cheema shot a seven-under 65 to retain his two-shot lead after the third round of the Telangana Open, moving to 20-under 196. Delhi's Rashid Khan matched Cheema's 65 to stay in second place, while Jairaj Singh Sandhu made a significant climb to third.

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Rediff.com4 days ago

Praggnanandhaa squandered a winning advantage against Vincent Keymer in the Grand Chess Tour opener, allowing the resilient German to survive and secure a hard-fought draw.

Brandon Nakashima Upsets Daniil Medvedev in Cincinnati Open Thriller

Brandon Nakashima Upsets Daniil Medvedev in Cincinnati Open Thriller

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Brandon Nakashima delivered a stunning upset at the Cincinnati Open, defeating fourth seed Daniil Medvedev 6-7(3), 7-6(4), 6-1 in the third round, saving three match points in a remarkable comeback.

Angad Cheema Fires Career-Low 61 To Take Two-Shot Lead At Telangana Open

Angad Cheema Fires Career-Low 61 To Take Two-Shot Lead At Telangana Open

Rediff.com1 days ago

Angad Cheema delivered a career-best, bogey-free 11-under 61 in Round 2 of the Rs one-crore Telangana Open, establishing a two-shot lead at 13-under 131. Delhi's Rashid Khan is in second place, while Hyderabad's Vishesh Sharma holds third. The cut was made at one-under 143, with 50 players advancing.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Pulls Out of US Open with Knee Injury

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Pulls Out of US Open with Knee Injury

Rediff.com6 days ago

World number one Jannik Sinner has announced his withdrawal from the upcoming U.S. Open due to a persistent right knee injury, despite intensive rehabilitation efforts.

50th-ranked Tirante stuns Djokovic at Cincinnati Open

50th-ranked Tirante stuns Djokovic at Cincinnati Open

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Novak Djokovic suffered a surprising defeat at the Cincinnati Open, losing to Thiago Agustin Tirante in a match where the Serbian star struggled with the heat and required a medical timeout.

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Shahana Goswami On The Rediff Podcast: 'If Someone Wants An Open Relationship...'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'...Because they want to sexually engage with multiple people, so be it.'

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Crude Prices Drop

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Crude Prices Drop

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and a positive trend in global equities, with foreign fund inflows further bolstering domestic markets.

Sinner's Cincinnati Withdrawal Raises US Open Concerns

Sinner's Cincinnati Withdrawal Raises US Open Concerns

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

World number one Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to a right knee injury, impacting his preparations for the upcoming U.S. Open. This follows his earlier withdrawal from the Canadian Open and raises concerns about his fitness for the final Grand Slam of the year.