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Wozniacki to retire after Australian Open

Wozniacki to retire after Australian Open

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

Wozniacki said her retirement had nothing to do with her health.

Barty Bats For Australian Open Final

Barty Bats For Australian Open Final

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

Ashleigh Barty may have the spectators at Melbourne Park under her spell with some awe-inspiring tennis, but seems like cricket is her go to for training and warm-ups.

Murray 'gutted' to miss Australian Open

Murray 'gutted' to miss Australian Open

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Murray confirmed last Thursday that he had tested positive for the virus and was in self-isolation at his home near London.

Sabalenka Wins Second Straight US Open Crown

Sabalenka Wins Second Straight US Open Crown

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka proved a class above American eighth seed Amanda Anisimova to win the US Open women's final on Saturday.

Swiatek Looks To End Year Of Redemption On A High

Swiatek Looks To End Year Of Redemption On A High

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Iga Swiatek arrives at the US Open with her sights set on a seventh Grand Slam title and a potential return to World No. 1 to cap what she calls a remarkable year of redemption following "the worst experience of my life".

Federer unsure of playing in Australian Open

Federer unsure of playing in Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Roger Federer said his recovery from two surgeries on his left knee earlier this year has taken longer than expected and he is unsure whether he will be ready for the Australian Open.

Djokovic welcome to play if he can obtain visa: Australian Open director

Djokovic welcome to play if he can obtain visa: Australian Open director

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Djokovic welcome to play if he can obtain visa, says Australian Open director

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Sharapova Joins Hall of Fame - Serena Steals Show

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Maria Sharapova was officially inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday night in Newport

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Oval fracas: 'Gambhir should have toned it down'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

According to India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak the tiff took place after Fortis asked the Indian coaching staff to stay 2.5 metres away from the main square, despite them not wearing spikes, prompting frustration from the visiting camp.

A 'home coming' in Tsitsipas' team after Ivanisevic split

A 'home coming' in Tsitsipas' team after Ivanisevic split

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'We've been through every chapter of this journey together, and this next one feels right.'

Chennai lad earns surprise Davis Cup call-up!

Chennai lad earns surprise Davis Cup call-up!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Davis Cup: Bold move by India, captain Rajpal fields Dhakshineswar against Switzerland

All about Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka

All about Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

Naomi Osaka beat Jennifer Brady to win her second Australian Open title and fourth Grand Slam crown, extending her win streak to 21 matches.

Federer likely to miss 2022 Australian Open

Federer likely to miss 2022 Australian Open

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Federer is tied with Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic in the race to be the most successful men's singles Grand Slam champion of all time and Australian Open organisers would have been hoping to have all three at Melbourne Park.

Osaka shimmers to set up last-16 Gauff meet

Osaka shimmers to set up last-16 Gauff meet

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

'I'm pleased. It's not a journey I pictured, but I'm glad to be living it.'

Venus Williams exits US Open in style!

Venus Williams exits US Open in style!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Venus Williams, 45, made an age-defying return to tennis this year, becoming the oldest WTA singles match winner since 2004 in July.

20 Balls, 0 Runs: Rabada crushes Khawaja with record duck

20 Balls, 0 Runs: Rabada crushes Khawaja with record duck

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Usman Khawaja's World Test Championship final on Wednesday didn't just start badly-it made history for the wrong reasons.

Djokovic looking forward to return to Australian Open

Djokovic looking forward to return to Australian Open

Rediff.com28 May 2022

Novak Djokovic said on Friday he would like to return to play in Australia again despite being deported from the country earlier this year

Giant-slayer Mboko stuns Osaka to win maiden WTA title

Giant-slayer Mboko stuns Osaka to win maiden WTA title

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Mboko, currently ranked 85th in the world, became the first Canadian to defeat three former Grand Slam champions in a single WTA event in the Open Era, with victories over Sofia Kenin, Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina.

Federer opts out of 2021 Australian Open

Federer opts out of 2021 Australian Open

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

The six-time champion's agent said he will continue to work his way back to fitness from two knee operations.

Australian Open set to be pushed back

Australian Open set to be pushed back

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

The start of the Australian Open is set to be pushed back from January to February or March next year due to COVID-19 protocols in the country.

Visa Or No, Djoko ready for Australian Open

Visa Or No, Djoko ready for Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

World No 1 Novak Djokovic began practice on Friday, January 14, 2022, to pursue a record 21st Grand Slam title at the Australian Open in Melbourne, which begins on Monday, January 17.

Meet the top women's contenders at Australian Open

Meet the top women's contenders at Australian Open

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Penpix of the top women's contenders at the 2021 Australian Open

Djokovic, Barty earn top seeds for Australian Open

Djokovic, Barty earn top seeds for Australian Open

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Homeland favorite Ashleigh Barty and Serbia's Novak Djokovic are the top seeds for the upcoming Australian Open.

PIX: Sabalenka beats Rybakina to win Australian Open

PIX: Sabalenka beats Rybakina to win Australian Open

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Aryna Sabalenka bludgeoned her way to a maiden Grand Slam title at the Australian Open with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Kazakh 22nd seed Elena Rybakina on Saturday in a thrilling final .

Keys survives scare to seal epic Paris showdown

Keys survives scare to seal epic Paris showdown

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Madison Keys fought off a late challenge from fellow American Hailey Baptiste to book her spot in the French Open quarter-finals with a 6-3, 7-5 victory at Roland Garros on Monday.

Prannoy goes down fighting in Australian Open final

Prannoy goes down fighting in Australian Open final

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

H S Prannoy lost a three-game thriller to China's Weng Hong Yang in the men's singles final.

Crystal-studded Osaka outshines Minnen in opener

Crystal-studded Osaka outshines Minnen in opener

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Her elaborate outfit required years of Nike production planning, with crystals proving particularly challenging on performance wear. The dramatic hair change after walking out onto the court was always part of the plan.

Kidambi latest shuttler to pull out of Australian Open

Kidambi latest shuttler to pull out of Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Placed at number 10 in the Race to Guanzhou rankings, Srikanth needed to win the tournament to have any hopes of qualifying for the season-ending World Tour Final in December.

Nick Kyrgios positive for COVID ahead of Australian Open

Nick Kyrgios positive for COVID ahead of Australian Open

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

Nick Kyrgios said he pulled out of the Sydney Tennis Classic after testing positive for COVID-19

Former World No 2 Jabeur takes break from tennis!

Former World No 2 Jabeur takes break from tennis!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Three-time Grand Slam finalist Ons Jabeur is taking a break from competitive tennis, the 30-year-old said in a social media post on Thursday.

Australian Open crowds to be capped due to COVID

Australian Open crowds to be capped due to COVID

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Authorities battle a surge of cases in Melbourne.

Osaka lifts trophy after 3-year and motherhood break

Osaka lifts trophy after 3-year and motherhood break

Rediff.com5 May 2025

It was the 27-year-old Japanese player's first WTA title since she became a mother in July 2023.

Sharapova to get Australian Open wildcard

Sharapova to get Australian Open wildcard

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley confirmed on Wednesday that the 2008 champion will receive a wildcard entry into the main singles draw for the tournament, which starts in Melbourne on January 20.

Djokovic on Australian Open entry list, no Serena

Djokovic on Australian Open entry list, no Serena

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Novak Djokovic has declined to disclose his vaccination status despite everyone at Melbourne Park needing to be inoculated against COVID-19.

Australian Open players cleared of COVID-19

Australian Open players cleared of COVID-19

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

Spain's Paula Badosa, the women's world number 67, was the only player to contract the coronavirus. She was released from hotel quarantine on Wednesday.

Meet the top men's contenders at Australian Open

Meet the top men's contenders at Australian Open

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Penpix of the top men's contenders at the 2021 Australian Open

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Renata Zarazua, the only Mexican player in the US Open main draw, pulled off a stunning upset by beating sixth seed Madison Keys in the first round.

Italy qualify for T20 World Cup for first time

Italy qualify for T20 World Cup for first time

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Scotland, veterans of six previous T20 World Cup editions, were the big losers, failing to secure their spot for the 20-team tournament, losing to Jersey who chased down 134 in a last-ball victory. But Scotland also needed Italy to win.

Davis Cup: Nagal Wins Reverse Singles; Powers India Into Qualifiers

Davis Cup: Nagal Wins Reverse Singles; Powers India Into Qualifiers

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

India progressed to the Davis Cup Qualifiers for the first time ever after Sumit Nagal tamed aggressive teenager Henry Bernet in the first reverse singles to script the team's 3-1 win over Switzerland.

Abhishek Is India's T20 X-Factor

Abhishek Is India's T20 X-Factor

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Mentored by Yuvraj Singh, the 25-year-old southpaw carries shades of his idol with the clean swing, the effortless power, the knack for changing games in a blink.