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Djokovic offers financial help to Ukraine

Djokovic offers financial help to Ukraine

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Novak Djokovic has offered financial support and any other help required to Ukrainian former world number 31 Sergiy Stakhovsky, who has enlisted in his country's reserve army amid Russia's invasion of its neighbour.

What brings Nadal and Federer together

What brings Nadal and Federer together

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

Spaniard Rafael Nadal will team up with perennial rival Roger Federer for the third edition of the Laver Cup in Geneva next year.

PHOTOS: Djokovic routs Federer to enter Aus Open final

PHOTOS: Djokovic routs Federer to enter Aus Open final

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

Second seed Novak Djokovic outclassed Roger Federer in straight sets to enter the final of Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday. Seven-time champion Djokovic started off slowly before he took complete control to register an emphatic 7-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory in the first semi-final.

Federer beats Serena in Hopman Cup

Federer beats Serena in Hopman Cup

Rediff.com1 Jan 2019

In the clash of legends, Roger Federer got the better of Serena Williams in their historic clash in the mixed doubles at the Hopman Cup in Perth on Tuesday.

Russian qualifier Rublev thrashes Federer in 62 minutes

Russian qualifier Rublev thrashes Federer in 62 minutes

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

It was Roger Federer's fastest defeat since losing to Franco Squillari in 54 minutes in Sydney in 2003.

French Open PIX: Nadal blows away Federer to reach 12th final

French Open PIX: Nadal blows away Federer to reach 12th final

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The two great rivals meet at Roland Garros for the first time in eight years in Friday's tie.

Why the Nadal-Federer French Open record is 5-0

Why the Nadal-Federer French Open record is 5-0

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

A quick look at Rafael Nadal's domination of Roger Federer at Roland Garros.

Djokovic dominates Sinner; storms into 35th Grand Slam Final

Djokovic dominates Sinner; storms into 35th Grand Slam Final

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Novak Djokovic subdued Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon, easing into a record 35th Grand Slam final.

PHOTOS: When Hollywood biggies descended at Wimbledon

PHOTOS: When Hollywood biggies descended at Wimbledon

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

Be it cheering for Roger Federer or Garbine Muguruza at the Wimbledon final, the Hollywood brigade made their presence felt at both, the women's and men's final at Wimbledon over the weekend. We caught a few cine stars watching their tennis heroes in action at the All England Club...

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.

Tricky test for Alcaraz; Djoko continues hunt for title No. 24

Tricky test for Alcaraz; Djoko continues hunt for title No. 24

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Novak Djokovic continues his hunt for a fifth straight Wimbledon title and eighth overall to equal Roger Federer's record haul when the Serbian meets Jannik Sinner.

Djokovic cements status in GOAT debate

Djokovic cements status in GOAT debate

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic's steady progress in the last few seasons is a testament to his mental strength and physical conditioning.

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final to win a men's record-extending 23rd Grand Slam title.

Vintage Federer beats Nadal to enter his 12th Wimbledon final

Vintage Federer beats Nadal to enter his 12th Wimbledon final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

Images from the Wimbledon semi-final played between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal on Friday

Federer fined $3,000 for swearing at Australian Open

Federer fined $3,000 for swearing at Australian Open

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

The Swiss was handed a code violation for swearing in the third set of Tuesday's match after the lineswoman reported Federer to Serbian chair umpire Marijana Veljovic.

Djokovic, Federer drawn in same group for ATP Finals

Djokovic, Federer drawn in same group for ATP Finals

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

World number one Rafael Nadal has been drawn alongside defending champion Alexander Zverev, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) reported.

Who said what after Federer's Wimbledon exit

Who said what after Federer's Wimbledon exit

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

World No.3 Roger Federer was knocked out of Wimbledon semifinal by sixth seeded Milos Raonic. The 17-time Grand Slam winner Federer, who last won a major title way back at 2012 Wimbledon, missed out on a golden chance to claim his record eight title at the SW19 with nemesis and world No.1 Novak Djokovic also ousted in the earlier round. Reactions soon started pouring in after Federer's heartbreaking defeat with some hailing the fighting spirit of the Swiss legend.

Federer to miss French Open after knee surgery

Federer to miss French Open after knee surgery

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Roger Federer has revealed he underwent knee surgery and will be out of action until the summer.

Don't know if that was last time I'll play Wimbledon: Federer

Don't know if that was last time I'll play Wimbledon: Federer

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'The last few games obviously... you can feel that you're not coming back from it. I'm not used to that kind of situation, especially not here.'

'Oh what a night'! What Serena, Federer said after dream clash

'Oh what a night'! What Serena, Federer said after dream clash

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

The duo hailed each other in the post-match interview before the tennis titans captured the iconic moment in what Hopman Cup on Twitter described as the 'greatest selfie of all time'.

Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The 22-year-old from Haryana ended runners up in the Banja Luka ATP Challenger event on Sunday following a first round appearance at the US Open last month.

Target 20: Djokovic returns to Wimbledon with eye on record

Target 20: Djokovic returns to Wimbledon with eye on record

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Nadal will not be playing at Wimbledon, having decided to rest, while eight-time champion Federer is showing signs that, at 39, the window of opportunity to win one more Slam is closing.

Federer to make comeback in March at ATP event in Doha

Federer to make comeback in March at ATP event in Doha

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

Roger Federer will make his return to the tennis circuit from a double knee surgery at an ATP 250 tournament in Qatar in March, having not played since last year's Australian Open.

Federer, 39, is gearing up for grasscourt

Federer, 39, is gearing up for grasscourt

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Federer had his first hit on Thursday at the ATP 500 event at the German city of Halle, where he has won 10 titles.

Djokovic and GOAT debate move on to Paris

Djokovic and GOAT debate move on to Paris

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Djokovic left little doubt that he would also be there trying to win major number 23.

Federer happy to find higher gear against Cilic

Federer happy to find higher gear against Cilic

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

The 20-time Grand Slam champion smoothly pressed the accelerator to take the tiebreak and outclassed Cilic in the fourth set to claim a 6-2, 2-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win.

Can the younger generation beat 'big three' at Wimbledon?

Can the younger generation beat 'big three' at Wimbledon?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Since 2003, one of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal or Andy Murray have won the title at Wimbledon, with the Swiss leading the way with eight titles.

Pain-free Federer eyes return at Australian Open

Pain-free Federer eyes return at Australian Open

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Roger Federer is practising pain-free after undergoing two knee surgeries this year and says he expects to return to the circuit at the Australian Open in January.

Djokovic likely to skip Aus Open over vaccine mandate

Djokovic likely to skip Aus Open over vaccine mandate

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Novak Djokovic has so far declined to disclose whether he is vaccinated and his father told Serbia's TV Prva that governing body Tennis Australia's stance on players being vaccinated was tantamount to "blackmail".

Djokovic will need to be vaccinated to play Australian Open: minister

Djokovic will need to be vaccinated to play Australian Open: minister

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

All players who want a visa to compete in the Australian Open will need to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, the country's immigration minister said on Wednesday, putting Novak Djokovic's title defence and Grand Slam record bid in doubt.

'Big Three' getting old? Here's what Djokovic said...

'Big Three' getting old? Here's what Djokovic said...

Rediff.com16 May 2021

The 'Big Three' of men's tennis have found some "fresh energy" to thwart the charge of younger players on the tour, world number one Novak Djokovic said after setting up yet another title clash against his biggest rival against Rafael Nadal.

Undercooked Nadal targets number 23 at Aus Open

Undercooked Nadal targets number 23 at Aus Open

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

The ravages of two decades on tour mean Rafael Nadal has rarely been able to prepare for majors like other players, forcing him to rely on skills and mental fortitude.

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.

Nadal and Osaka scoop top Laureus awards

Nadal and Osaka scoop top Laureus awards

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Britain's Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton claimed the inaugural Athlete Advocate of the Year Award for his involvement in the fight against racism.

All about French Open champion Rafael Nadal

All about French Open champion Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Rafael Nadal is the oldest title winner in the history of the clay-court tournament.

Family vacation has Federer ready for US Open charge

Family vacation has Federer ready for US Open charge

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Roger Federer won five consecutive US Open titles from 2004-2008 but has not enjoyed much success here recently.

Underdog Nagal looking forward to Thiem test at US Open

Underdog Nagal looking forward to Thiem test at US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Sumit Nagal immediately set his sights on Thiem who has reached two French Open finals, losing both to Nadal.

Fit and still driven, Djokovic not thinking about retirement

Fit and still driven, Djokovic not thinking about retirement

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

'I still feel my body is serving me, is listening to me well. That's the key I think when you get to 35-plus.'

All roads lead to Wimbledon for Federer

All roads lead to Wimbledon for Federer

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Roger Federer has made no secret that at this stage of his career, anything he does or does not do on a tennis court is done with the sole purpose of making sure he is in the best shape possible to make another title run at Wimbledon.

The trinity of heat, age and Millman brings FedEx to a halt

The trinity of heat, age and Millman brings FedEx to a halt

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

More shocking than his departure was the manner of the 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7), 7-6,(3) loss to the Australian, with Federer simply wilting in the suffocating humidity and exiting a Grand Slam before the quarter-finals for just the fifth time since 2004.