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PIX: Draper shocks Alcaraz; meets Rune in Indian Wells final

PIX: Draper shocks Alcaraz; meets Rune in Indian Wells final

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Denmark's Holger Rune snapped a seven-match semi-final losing streak to reach the Indian Wells final, beating Russian Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-4 in a tight match on Saturday.

10 aces, total domination! Zverev unstoppable in Halle

10 aces, total domination! Zverev unstoppable in Halle

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

World No. 3 Alexander Zverev of Germany cruised to a 6-2, 6-1 win over Marcos Giron

Alcaraz fights back, Zverev rolls along at Cincinnati

Alcaraz fights back, Zverev rolls along at Cincinnati

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Second seed Coco Gauff overcame early problems on serve to cruise past China's Wang Xinyu 6-3, 6-2, keeping her composure despite eight double faults in the first set to book a meeting with Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska in the third round.

Griekspoor stuns Medvedev to reach Dubai semis

Griekspoor stuns Medvedev to reach Dubai semis

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Tallon Griekspoor staged a grand recovery, saving four match-points, before stunning top seed Daniil Medvedev 2-6, 7-6(7), 7-5 to reach the semi-finals of the Dubai Championships on Thursday.

French Open PIX: Gauff, Djokovic win; Medvedev exits

French Open PIX: Gauff, Djokovic win; Medvedev exits

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Coco Gauff forgot to bring her rackets to the court but reminded her rivals of her French Open title ambitions with a commanding win while Daniil Medvedev lost his composure on a cold and blustery Tuesday as he crashed out in the opening round.

Medvedev fined $76,000 for Melbourne misconduct

Medvedev fined $76,000 for Melbourne misconduct

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

The Russian, 28, whacked his racket into the net five times as his frustration boiled over during his opening victory against Thai wildcard Kasidit Samrej on Tuesday.

Shelton silences Tiafoe in steamy showdown

Shelton silences Tiafoe in steamy showdown

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Shelton blasted an ace on match point to seal the win and avenge his five-set loss to Tiafoe at last year's U.S. Open as the 22-year-old continues to make strides in his breakout season.

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner beat defending champion and Spanish second seed Carlos Alcaraz to win his first Wimbledon title.

Ruthless Sinner whips Bublik to reach US Open quarter-finals

Ruthless Sinner whips Bublik to reach US Open quarter-finals

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Defending US Open champion Jannik Sinner continued his stellar run at the hardcourt Grand Slams with a 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 hammering of Kazakh 23rd seed Alexander Bublik on Monday to make the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows.

Lucky loser Opelka shocks Medvedev to reach semis in Den Bosch

Lucky loser Opelka shocks Medvedev to reach semis in Den Bosch

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

American lucky loser Reilly Opelka put up an intense battle to stun top seed Daniil Medvedev 7-6(5), 7-6(5) and reach the semi-finals in Den Bosch on Friday.

PIX: Medvedev, Alcaraz through to Indian Wells semis

PIX: Medvedev, Alcaraz through to Indian Wells semis

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Daniil Medvedev jumped for joy in an uncharacteristically emotional celebration after holding off young Frenchman Arthur Fils for a 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(7) win amid gusting winds on centre court in quarter-finals of the BNP Paribas Open, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, on Thursday.

Shocking! Medvedev destroys net camera at Aus Open

Shocking! Medvedev destroys net camera at Aus Open

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Daniil Medvedev destroyed his racket and a net camera in a mid-match meltdown as he survived a huge scare against Thai wildcard Kasidit Samrej.

Mertens saves 11 match points to reach Den Bosch final

Mertens saves 11 match points to reach Den Bosch final

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Belgian third seed Elise Mertens dug deep to save 11 match points and battle past two-time winner Ekaterina Alexandrova to reach the Libema Open final.

Alcaraz-Raducanu pair up for $1M US Open doubles

Alcaraz-Raducanu pair up for $1M US Open doubles

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Nine of the world's top-10 men and nine of the top-10 women have officially entered into the U.S. Open's revamped mixed doubles event, tournament organisers said on Tuesday, with former singles champions Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu teaming up.

PIX: Ruud wins Madrid Open for maiden Masters crown

PIX: Ruud wins Madrid Open for maiden Masters crown

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Norway's Casper Ruud won his first Masters 1000 title on Sunday, as he stormed to a 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 victory over fifth seed Jack Draper in the Madrid Open final with a gutsy performance that showcased his clay-court mettle.

Can Raducanu reignite her Wimbledon magic?

Can Raducanu reignite her Wimbledon magic?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Emma Raducanu strides onto the grasscourts of Wimbledon on Monday as the British number one

ATP Finals: Rejuvenated Medvedev back on track!

ATP Finals: Rejuvenated Medvedev back on track!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Daniil Medvedev might have to delay his holiday plans a while longer after rediscovering his spark to beat Australia's Alex de Minaur in straight sets at the ATP Finals on Tuesday.

Can Zverev finally break the Slam curse in Paris?

Can Zverev finally break the Slam curse in Paris?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Alexander Zverev will be third seed for the French Open but the 28-year-old German's prospects of winning his first Grand Slam title in Paris are not looking especially bright.

Fritz loses in quarters; Fonseca wins marathon battle

Fritz loses in quarters; Fonseca wins marathon battle

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Top seed Taylor Fritz of the United States was beaten by Spanish eighth seed Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarter-finals.

Alcaraz eyes Wimbledon hat-trick: Can Sinner stop him?

Alcaraz eyes Wimbledon hat-trick: Can Sinner stop him?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz will aim to reinforce his status as the new all-court monarch of men's tennis with a third successive Wimbledon title

PIX: Ruud plays with rib injury, faces Draper in Madrid final

PIX: Ruud plays with rib injury, faces Draper in Madrid final

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Norwegian Casper Ruud did not let a rib injury get in the way of setting up a Madrid Open final showdown with fifth seed Jack Draper as he reached the title match without dropping a set following a 6-4 7-5 win over Francisco Cerundolo on Friday.

'Can someone explain how a negotiation was possible?'

'Can someone explain how a negotiation was possible?'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Rather than face the prospect of a lengthy ban, with a decision expected by the end of the year, World No 1 Jannik Sinner accepted the three-month suspension which will allow him to return before the French Open.

Can Norrie halt history-chasing Djokovic?

Can Norrie halt history-chasing Djokovic?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

'Every time I step onto this court I'm playing for history.'

Jannik Sinner-Carlos Alcaraz set for Beijing blockbuster

Jannik Sinner-Carlos Alcaraz set for Beijing blockbuster

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Sinner advanced with a 6-3, 7-6 (3) victory over home favorite Bu Yunchaokete and No. 2 seed Alcaraz held off No. 3 Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-3 in Tuesday's semifinals.

PIX: Gauff crushes Swiatek, meets Sabalenka in Madrid final

PIX: Gauff crushes Swiatek, meets Sabalenka in Madrid final

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Coco Gauff dismantled defending champion Iga Swiatek 6-1, 6-1 on Thursday with a ruthless display to storm into her first Madrid Open final, where she will face world number one Aryna Sabalenka for the WTA 1000 title.

Zverev, Sabalenka open with easy wins at Madrid Open

Zverev, Sabalenka open with easy wins at Madrid Open

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Zverev cruised past home favorite Roberto Bautista Agut 6-2, 6-2, while Sabalenka triumphed over qualifier Anna Blinkova 6-3, 6-4.

Jiri Lehecka shocks Carlos Alcaraz in Doha

Jiri Lehecka shocks Carlos Alcaraz in Doha

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Lehecka struck eight aces and converted four of eight break chances to secure the first Top 3 win of his career.

Anisimova beats Ostapenko in Qatar Open final

Anisimova beats Ostapenko in Qatar Open final

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Amanda Anisimova of the United States won the Qatar Open for her third career title and first since 2022.

Teen sensation stuns Medvedev!

Teen sensation stuns Medvedev!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Inspired American teenager Learner Tien outlasted three-times Australian Open runner-up Daniil Medvedev to reach the third round

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz, Sabalenka survive heat, opponents

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

IMAGES from Day 1 of 2025 Wimbledon Championships played at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Monday.

Alcaraz drops set to Italian qualifier Nardi in Doha

Alcaraz drops set to Italian qualifier Nardi in Doha

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz withstood a charge from qualifier Luca Nardi for a 6-1, 4-6, 6-3 victory in the second round of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha on Wednesday.

U.S. Open prize fund reaches record $75 million

U.S. Open prize fund reaches record $75 million

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

The prize money pool for this year's U.S. Open has been increased by 15% to $75 million, making it the largest purse in tennis history, the United States Tennis Association announced on Wednesday.

PIX: It's Sinner vs Draper in US Open semis!

PIX: It's Sinner vs Draper in US Open semis!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Images from the US Open men's singles quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Wednesday.

Alcaraz warns: Teen trio could beat anyone, even me!

Alcaraz warns: Teen trio could beat anyone, even me!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Carlos Alcaraz said he thought the trio of teenagers who have lit up the first week of the Australian Open have the skills to play the game at the top level

PIX: In-form Alcaraz to face Lehecka in Queen's final

PIX: In-form Alcaraz to face Lehecka in Queen's final

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Medvedev outlasts Zverev to reach Halle final

Youngest since Nadal: Tien makes Aus Open history

Youngest since Nadal: Tien makes Aus Open history

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

Learner Tien became the youngest man to reach the Australian Open fourth round in 20 years

Sinner vs Medvedev: A new tennis rivalry you need to know about

Sinner vs Medvedev: A new tennis rivalry you need to know about

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Daniil Medvedev said he was enjoying his growing rivalry with world number one Jannik Sinner despite coming out on the wrong end of the scoreline

Carlos Alcaraz advances to semis in Beijing

Carlos Alcaraz advances to semis in Beijing

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Third-ranked Carlos Alcaraz recorded a 7-5, 6-2 win over seventh-seeded Karen Khachanov of Russia to advance to the semifinals of the China Open on Monday in Beijing.

Miami Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev stunned; easy for Djokovic

Miami Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev stunned; easy for Djokovic

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Russian seventh seed Daniil Medvedev, the 2023 Miami champion who arrived this year fresh off a run to the Indian Wells semi-finals, crashed out at the first hurdle as he fell 6-2, 6-3 to Spaniard Jaume Munar.

PIX: Alcaraz, de Minaur to clash in Rotterdam final

PIX: Alcaraz, de Minaur to clash in Rotterdam final

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

No. 2 seed Casper Ruud of Norway will take on unseeded Denis Shapovalov of Canada in the Dallas Open final on Sunday after both notched semi-final victories.