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It's McLaren one-two as Piastri wins Spanish GP

It's McLaren one-two as Piastri wins Spanish GP

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Verstappen collided with Leclerc and twice with Mercedes' George Russell after the safety car restart.

'You Can Piss Everyone Off'

'You Can Piss Everyone Off'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'If you respect people, if you accommodate people, these are good attributes to have.' 'Like the whole world is a mixed bag of people, our industry is the same.'

MI ride momentum as plans come to fruition

MI ride momentum as plans come to fruition

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Boult expressed joy at having leader of the attack back in the squad after being sidelined for the early part of the tournament.

Diksha Dagar poised for fine finish in Dutch Ladies golf

Diksha Dagar poised for fine finish in Dutch Ladies golf

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar is in position for another fine finish as she carded a fine 2-under 70 to be placed tied ninth at the Dutch Ladies Open in Hilversum (the Netherlands).

Why So Much Hatred For English?

Why So Much Hatred For English?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

There is no guarantee that if we speak in only Indian languages, all our faults will be washed away and India will shine. Why then do they bully and belittle the English-speaking? asks Shyam G Menon.

Gauff, Sabalenka, Paolini target Swiatek's clay throne

Gauff, Sabalenka, Paolini target Swiatek's clay throne

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Poland's Swiatek, who has dropped to fifth in the world rankings, has so far failed to win a title this year despite a few deep runs in tournaments, including the Australian Open semi-finals.

'No excuses; GT showed us how to bowl on that wicket'

'No excuses; GT showed us how to bowl on that wicket'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Mumbai Indians senior pacer Trent Boult said the Gujarat Titans bowlers made good use of the black soil pitch at the Narendra Modi stadium and successfully tied up the batters by taking the pace off the ball.

Maturing Van Dijk eyes greatness at Liverpool

Maturing Van Dijk eyes greatness at Liverpool

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

'If you were to lift the two trophies, I think you have a pretty good chance to be on a nice list of captains that have achieved great things in this club.'

'Inadvertent': Reliance withdraws Op Sindoor trademark application

'Inadvertent': Reliance withdraws Op Sindoor trademark application

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Reliance Industries Ltd has withdrawn its trademark application for the term 'Operation Sindoor' -- the codename for India's military strikes in Pakistan -- stating that it was inadvertently filed by a junior employee without authorisation.

Bashir bags 9 wkts as England rout Zimbabwe by innings

Bashir bags 9 wkts as England rout Zimbabwe by innings

Rediff.com25 May 2025

England trounced Zimbabwe by an innings and 45 runs, with four sessions to spare, in the one-off Test at Trent Bridge on Saturday.

PIX: Djokovic marches on; Sinner ends Gasquet's career

PIX: Djokovic marches on; Sinner ends Gasquet's career

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Three-time champion Novak Djokovic battled past Frenchman Corentin Moutet in a match that lasted more than three hours on Thursday.

How AI Can Help You Save Tax But...

How AI Can Help You Save Tax But...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

AI isn't a magic wand. It works best when combined with good systems, informed investors, and skilled advisors, says Amit Suri.

Axar appreciates DC's winning streak

Axar appreciates DC's winning streak

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

DC skipper Axar Patel said four wins in four matches had given the team a huge boost in morale.

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.'

India STUNS Miss World Contestants

India STUNS Miss World Contestants

Rediff.com17 May 2025

'It's the first time in my life that I've met people who are so kind and generous.'

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'You're paying Rs 42 lakh for one game. Why not link it to qualification? It just shows how clueless the management is.'

'It is what it is': Kiwis unfazed by India's Dubai advantage

'It is what it is': Kiwis unfazed by India's Dubai advantage

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Kane Williamson is too long in the tooth to get dragged into the debate over India getting to play the Champions Trophy final in Dubai.

'If we don't qualify...': Dhoni hints at CSK rebuild

'If we don't qualify...': Dhoni hints at CSK rebuild

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

A disappointed MS Dhoni admitted post-match that his team simply wasn't performing to its full potential.

PICS: Brook's England thrash WI, snap losing streak

PICS: Brook's England thrash WI, snap losing streak

Rediff.com30 May 2025

It was the perfect start to Brook's reign as white ball captain as England recorded their second-largest win in terms of runs, second only to the 242-run thrashing of Australia in 2018.

PIX: Draper halts home favourite Monfils in late night thriller

PIX: Draper halts home favourite Monfils in late night thriller

Rediff.com30 May 2025

The free-swinging Monfils broke Draper's serve in the fourth set as the clock moved past 11pm local time and saved five break points in an epic seventh game to move 5-2 ahead.

'He doesn't deserve the hate': Draper defends Sinner

'He doesn't deserve the hate': Draper defends Sinner

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Briton Jack Draper has given his backing to world number one Jannik Sinner over the doping controversy which saw the Italian accept a three-month ban and said he does not deserve any of the hate he gets.

IPL PIX: Rahul stands tall as DC tame listless LSG

IPL PIX: Rahul stands tall as DC tame listless LSG

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals annihilated Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets in an IPL match in Lucknow on Tuesday.

Sinner ready for Rome return after doping suspension

Sinner ready for Rome return after doping suspension

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Jannik Sinner held onto his world number one ranking ahead of his return from a three-month doping ban

Donnarumma credits Mother Nature for key save in PSG win

Donnarumma credits Mother Nature for key save in PSG win

Rediff.com8 May 2025

A day after Yann Sommer's brilliant goalkeeping display helped Inter Milan reach the Champions League final at the expense of Barcelona, it was Gianluigi Donnarumma's turn to shine as Paris St Germain booked their ticket for the showdown in Munich.

Norway Chess: Gukesh outsmarts Yi, moves to 2nd spot

Norway Chess: Gukesh outsmarts Yi, moves to 2nd spot

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'Right now, I'm happy with the game that I played today. Tomorrow (Friday), hopefully, another good game I can play. And whatever the result will be, we'll see later. But yeah, just focusing on playing the game.'

Jyothi Yarraji reveals secret mantra after golden run

Jyothi Yarraji reveals secret mantra after golden run

Rediff.com29 May 2025

A fitter and faster Jyothi Yarraji admitted she was under stress to defend her 100m hurdles title, but focusing on timing rather than the medal helped her stay calm while clinching her second successive gold at the Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, on Thursday.

CSK coach hints at MAJOR team changes!

CSK coach hints at MAJOR team changes!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming acknowledged that the five-time IPL winners are struggling and said the team will not hesitate to bring in new faces ahead of experienced players if the next two matches do not go as planned.

Confident Arshdeep finally striking in Powerplay

Confident Arshdeep finally striking in Powerplay

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Arshdeep is happy that he could account for all three in-form batters of LSG in Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram and Nicholas Pooran inside the Powerplay.

'It was nice catching up skipper!'

'It was nice catching up skipper!'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Gautam Gambhir and Mahendra Singh Dhoni catch up after the CSK-LSG game.

Practice makes perfect for Orange cap holder Pooran

Practice makes perfect for Orange cap holder Pooran

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Pooran is only behind his West Indian counterparts Chris Gayle to achieved the landmark in just 50 innings and Andre Russell who took 72 innings to smash 150 maximums.

PIX: Barca, Napoli's title bids on track; PSG beaten

PIX: Barca, Napoli's title bids on track; PSG beaten

Rediff.com4 May 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Serie A and Ligue 1.

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the 16th time but it proved a hard day's work at his Centre Court office.

We were not good enough on the day: Pant

We were not good enough on the day: Pant

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'You cannot control each and every thing, but each player is trying to take the game forward. We will learn from it and move forward.'

'We are taking things step by step'

'We are taking things step by step'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Marquez also confirmed Chhetri's involvement in the friendly match that will mark his 152nd cap for India.

'Sonam Has The Energy Of A 20 Year Old'

'Sonam Has The Energy Of A 20 Year Old'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

'On this happy occasion, I wish Sonam more work and another National Award.'

Australia hoping match-winners emerge for 'big loss'

Australia hoping match-winners emerge for 'big loss'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Adam Zampa wants new heroes to emerge from the Australian squad at the Champions Trophy to cover the "big loss" of the team's champion pace trio.

Langer's funny 'Mom Call' steals show at presser

Langer's funny 'Mom Call' steals show at presser

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

LSG head coach Justin Langer created a hilarious moment when he picked up a reporter's phone call during the post-match press conference following their 12-run win over Mumbai Indians.

'Shuks Is A New Generation Of Astronaut'

'Shuks Is A New Generation Of Astronaut'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'He's gonna inspire billions of girls and boys.'

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.

With a little luck and self belief, ice-cool Starc does it for DC

With a little luck and self belief, ice-cool Starc does it for DC

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'Just backed my execution, running with a clear plan. Sometimes it comes off, a bit of luck goes a long way.'