News for '-atp-finals'

Shock at Italian Open: Tabilo upsets Djokovic

Shock at Italian Open: Tabilo upsets Djokovic

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Tabilo broke the top seed four times on Centre Court while not conceding a single break point.

Tennis round-up: Nishikori to replace recuperating Del Potro at ATP Finals

Tennis round-up: Nishikori to replace recuperating Del Potro at ATP Finals

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

World No 4 Del Potro is still sidelined with a right knee injury sustained in Shanghai last month.

Djokovic ends year at No.1 for record eighth time

Djokovic ends year at No.1 for record eighth time

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Twenty four time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic closed the 2023 ATP season by clinching the year-end No. 1 spot for a record-extending eighth time.

Inside Carlos Alcaraz's Dreamy Vacation

Inside Carlos Alcaraz's Dreamy Vacation

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Carlos sought tranquility in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, accompanied by his brother Alvaro and friends.

Tennis: Dimitrov downs Rune to claim title in Brisbane

Tennis: Dimitrov downs Rune to claim title in Brisbane

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

At the Hong Kong Tennis Open, top-seeded Andrey Rublev of Russia pocketed his 15th career title with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Finland's Emil Ruusuvuori.

Novak Djokovic set to become oldest World No. 1

Novak Djokovic set to become oldest World No. 1

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

He will surpass Roger Federer's record as the oldest No. 1 in ATP Rankings history on Sunday when he will be 36 years and 321 days old.

PIX: Uproar as Zverev stuns Federer to reach ATP Finals title match

PIX: Uproar as Zverev stuns Federer to reach ATP Finals title match

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The 21-year-old German upstart produced some dazzling tennis and thoroughly deserved his 7-5, 7-6 (5) win against the six-time champion in a captivating semi-final.

Djokovic, Sabalenka win ITF World Champion awards

Djokovic, Sabalenka win ITF World Champion awards

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

The International Tennis Federation (ITF) named Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka as its 'world champions' of 2023 after their performances at this year's Grand Slams.

Djokovic makes history with Paris Masters Title

Djokovic makes history with Paris Masters Title

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Djokovic's sixth trophy this season helped him to extend his lead over the second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz in the race to the year-end number one spot

Djokovic sends Serbia into Davis Cup semi against Italy

Djokovic sends Serbia into Davis Cup semi against Italy

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Novak Djokovic steered Serbia into the Davis Cup semi-finals with a straightforward 6-4 6-4 win over Britain's Cameron Norrie to give his team a winning 2-0 lead on Thursday.

French Open PIX: Alcaraz, Tsitsipas have it easy

French Open PIX: Alcaraz, Tsitsipas have it easy

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Still wearing a compression sleeve after a recent forearm issue, Carlos Alcaraz produced a stellar show in a rematch of the duo's 2022 encounter to firmly put himself back in the conversation as the favourite to lift the title in Paris and a third major.

Rohan Bopanna becomes oldest No 1 at 43

Rohan Bopanna becomes oldest No 1 at 43

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Rohan Bopanna clinched the coveted No. 1 spot in men's doubles at the Australian Open 2024

The Italian Who Ended Djokovic's Run

The Italian Who Ended Djokovic's Run

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

He may have entered the semifinal as the underdog, but Jannik Sinner's stunning victory over overwhelming favourite Novak Djokovic left the Melbourne crowd shocked.

Visa approved, Djokovic will play 2023 Australian Open

Visa approved, Djokovic will play 2023 Australian Open

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The 35-year-old Serb was sent home from Australia on the eve of last year's event after a row about his COVID-19 vaccination status.

Can Alcaraz upset Djokovic's reign at Australian Open?

Can Alcaraz upset Djokovic's reign at Australian Open?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Alcaraz will hope to bury memories of an injury-plagued start to last year when he missed the Australian Open

Bopanna-Nestor in Dubai ATP final

Bopanna-Nestor in Dubai ATP final

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

The fourth-seeded Indo-Canadian pair got the better of second seeds Jean-Julien Rojer of the Netherlands and Romania's Horea Tecau 4-6, 7-6(9), 11-9 in a close semi-final.

Still driven at 36, Djokovic poised to succeed at Aus Open

Still driven at 36, Djokovic poised to succeed at Aus Open

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'The drive that I have is still there. My body has been serving me well, listening to me well. I have a great team of people around me. The motivation, especially for the biggest tournaments in the sport, is still present.'

Nadal to return at Paris Masters, says coach

Nadal to return at Paris Masters, says coach

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The Spaniard, who has won a men's record 22 Grand Slam titles, will return for the the Masters 1000 event in Bercy, which the world number two has never won, as part of his preparations for the ATP's finale in Turin from November 13-20.

Bhupathi-Llodra in Dubai ATP final

Bhupathi-Llodra in Dubai ATP final

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

Mahesh Bhupathi entered his first final of this season. He and French partner Michael Llodra overcame a strong challenge from India's Rohan Bopanna and Rajeev Ram of the United States in the semi-finals of the Dubai Tennis Championships on Friday.

Wimbledon 2023: Watch out for these emerging men's stars!

Wimbledon 2023: Watch out for these emerging men's stars!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

While several top seeds will have their say, a look at some emerging players who could be serious contenders.

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

2023 was marked by outstanding sporting achievements, shattered records, and the crowning of new champions, all captured by photographers documenting every significant twist and turn.

ATP to trial off-court coaching including at US Open

ATP to trial off-court coaching including at US Open

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

The ATP said that penalties and fines would apply for abuse or misuse of the coaching conditions and that the trial will be assessed at the end of the 2022 season for potential inclusion in future.

PIX: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in Melbourne final

PIX: Medvedev outlasts Zverev to book Sinner showdown in Melbourne final

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

IMAGES from the Australian Open Men's semi-finals played on Friday.

Sinner stuns Djokovic, then doubles up to send Italy into Davis Cup final

Sinner stuns Djokovic, then doubles up to send Italy into Davis Cup final

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Italy returned to the Davis Cup final after a gap of 25 years as Jannik Sinner beat Novak Djokovic in both singles and doubles to secure a 2-1 victory over Serbia on Saturday that earned the 1976 champions a title clash with Australia.

Cilic wins Basel title, edges nearer ATP Finals spot

Cilic wins Basel title, edges nearer ATP Finals spot

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Rafael Nadal's decision to end his season early means Cilic is actually holding the last berth for the eight-man showdown at London's O2 Arena.

Recuperating Nadal uncertain of London ATP finals participation

Recuperating Nadal uncertain of London ATP finals participation

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Rafael Nadal says he could miss the season-ending ATP World Tour Finals next month because of appendicitis.

ATP Tour Finals: Fritz meets Novak in semis, Nadal signs off with win

ATP Tour Finals: Fritz meets Novak in semis, Nadal signs off with win

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

With world number four Ruud already assured of a semi-final berth the match was in reality a dead rubber.

Murray withdraws from Dubai C'ships with recurring injury

Murray withdraws from Dubai C'ships with recurring injury

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

'At my age and with some of the issues that I've got, I do have to be mindful of those things. I cannot just keep going until something happens.'

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Prizmic test; Sakkari through

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Prizmic test; Sakkari through

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Images from Day 1 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.

Soderling replaces injured Roddick at ATP finals

Soderling replaces injured Roddick at ATP finals

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

Sweden's Robin Soderling will replace Andy Roddick in the ATP World Tour finals after the American pulled out with a knee injury on Tuesday.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

IMAGES from Day 10 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

Dimitrov sets sight on Grand Slam titles after ATP Finals triumph

Dimitrov sets sight on Grand Slam titles after ATP Finals triumph

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Dimitrov has enjoyed the best season of his career in 2017, clinching four titles overall, including his first Masters title in Cincinnati.

Berrettini pulls out of Paris Masters due to injury

Berrettini pulls out of Paris Masters due to injury

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

World number six Matteo Berrettini has withdrawn from next week's ATP 1000 Paris Masters event due to stiffness in the neck, the Italian said on Saturday.

'Want to see how far I can go with the physical limitations I have'

'Want to see how far I can go with the physical limitations I have'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

After registering a runner-up finish in the Qatar Open, Andy Murray set himself a target of registering 800 career wins.

Djokovic wins his ninth match as Tsitsipas loses his ninth ATP

Djokovic wins his ninth match as Tsitsipas loses his ninth ATP

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

The Serbian Wimbledon champion extended his win streak to nine, wrapping up the final in 75 minutes without facing a break point and booked his place at next month's ATP Finals.

Medvedev serves up Ruud awakening to reach Turin final

Medvedev serves up Ruud awakening to reach Turin final

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

The match marked world number two Medvedev's ninth win in a row at the ATP Finals and he improved his head-to-head record over Ruud to 3-0.

Paris Masters: Murray books ATP Finals spot; Wawrinka knocked out

Paris Masters: Murray books ATP Finals spot; Wawrinka knocked out

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Third seed Stan Wawrinka was knocked out in the third round of the Paris Masters when he lost 6-7(2), 7-5, 7-6(3) against South African Kevin Anderson on Thursday, suffering his fourth defeat in five matches.

Injury forces world No. 1 Alcaraz out of Australian Open

Injury forces world No. 1 Alcaraz out of Australian Open

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

World number one Carlos Alcaraz will not play in the Australian Open after picking up a right leg muscle injury during pre-season training, the Spaniard said on Friday.

PIX: Zverev beats Djokovic; sets up Medvedev final in Turin

PIX: Zverev beats Djokovic; sets up Medvedev final in Turin

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Alexander Zverev overcame late nerves to beat world number one Novak Djokovic on Saturday and set up a final showdown with Daniil Medvedev at the ATP Finals.

Meet the top men's contenders at French Open

Meet the top men's contenders at French Open

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Take a look at the five top contenders for the men's singles title at the French Open: