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EPL: Spurs drop points and likely title in West Brom draw

EPL: Spurs drop points and likely title in West Brom draw

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

West Brom's Dawson is villain and hero as Spurs' chances at League title fades; Leicester now need just one win from three games to claim EPL crown

Nadal-slayer Muller emerges from the shadows to march forth

Nadal-slayer Muller emerges from the shadows to march forth

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Although he had beaten Nadal 12 years ago at Wimbledon, few gave Luxembourg's Muller a chance on Monday against the fourth seed and French Open champion. 'This is definitely the biggest victory since then, since I came back, especially at that stage of a grand slam, playing one of the guys who is dominating the tennis this year again. Definitely the biggest win'

Once again... it's master Van Gaal v his pupil Mourinho

Once again... it's master Van Gaal v his pupil Mourinho

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

When Jose Mourinho jumped to beleaguered Louis van Gaal's defence in February, sympathising that he should be given time.

Djokovic is looking out for some baby advice

Djokovic is looking out for some baby advice

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Novak Djokovic may be asking Roger Federer for one or two tips in the coming weeks about how to combine parenthood with playing on the ATP Tour.

PHOTOS: Smashing! Serena Williams...

PHOTOS: Smashing! Serena Williams...

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

World No 1 Serena Williams smashed a racquet and recovered from a set down as she overcame stubborn resistance from Caroline Wozniacki in a semi-final at the WTA Finals last week. It was not the first time the world No 1 abused her playing equipment. Take a look at previous moments when she soaked up her frustration on court by smashing her racket.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Rediff.com brings a preview of the main matches coming up this weekend in the English Premier League.

Wimbledon: Spectators' divided loyalties hardly helped home boy Murray

Wimbledon: Spectators' divided loyalties hardly helped home boy Murray

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Murray was slightly vexed by a question at the post-match news conference that suggested the fans' loyalties were more divided than if he were playing anyone but Federer.

Wimbledon in meltdown as temperatures soar

Wimbledon in meltdown as temperatures soar

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

When tennis fans from Arizona say it is hot at the Wimbledon championships, then it must be.

Powerful winning images from the World Press Photo Awards

Powerful winning images from the World Press Photo Awards

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

The best in international photojournalism was recently announced by World Press Photo's Annual Photo Contest. Despite fierce competition, the jury was forced to select just a handful of images from more than 73,044 photos by 4,548 photographers across 125 different countries. This year's grand prize was awarded to Venezuelan photographer Ronaldo Schemidt, earning him the title of Press Photographer of the Year. Here are some of the winners.

Rio Olympics: Williams, Murray, Nadal cruise into second round

Rio Olympics: Williams, Murray, Nadal cruise into second round

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

World number one Serena Williams and second seed Angelique Kerber progressed through the first round of the Rio Olympics tennis on Sunday despite windy conditions that delayed play on most of the smaller tennis courts.

DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by

DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

We bring you a collection of some of the best photographs taken last week by ace Reuters photogs.

Connaught Place 6th most expensive office location in the world

Connaught Place 6th most expensive office location in the world

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Delhi's Connaught Place is the 6th most expensive location in the world.

Find out why Jose Mourinho was seething

Find out why Jose Mourinho was seething

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho was fuming after his team were denied what he described as a 'Big Ben' penalty.

History calls as Serena and Kerber face off in Wimbledon final

History calls as Serena and Kerber face off in Wimbledon final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

The showdown will see world number one Serena Williams try to equal Steffi Graf's professional era record of 22 Grand Slam singles titles, while Angelique Kerber will seek to become the first German woman to lift the Wimbledon singles crown since her idol Graf 20 years ago.

PHOTOS: The weird, wacky world around us

PHOTOS: The weird, wacky world around us

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

10 photos that show we live in an odd, odd world!

FLASHBACK: BEST Sports Photos of the Year-Part 2

FLASHBACK: BEST Sports Photos of the Year-Part 2

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

From a bloodied face of Spanish club Atletico's Madrid's Mario Mandzukic, to Australia's ICC World Cup triumph, Sania Mirza's fabulous run and more scintillating moments are frozen in time in this beautiful photo-feature.

Serena on verge of 22nd major, again, after thrashing Vesnina

Serena on verge of 22nd major, again, after thrashing Vesnina

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

A Champagne cork popped somewhere on Centre Court four games into Serena Williams's Wimbledon semi-final and while it was a tad premature, her 6-2 6-0 thrashing of Elena Vesnina suggested she could celebrating something special come Saturday. The top-seeded American will be taking nothing for granted, having seen her bid to match Steffi Graf's modern era record of grand slam titles stuck one short on 21 for a year, but it was a menacing show of strength, albeit against an overawed opponent.

EPL: High-flying Southampton looking to grab full points at Arsenal

EPL: High-flying Southampton looking to grab full points at Arsenal

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

A 3-0 reality check at the hands of Manchester City was always a moment waiting to happen for Southampton. Just how they bounce back from Sunday's defeat may now determine their fortunes this season.

PHOTOS: Amazing moments of the week gone by

PHOTOS: Amazing moments of the week gone by

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Catch up on all the stunning images that made the headlines last week

Tainted Salman Butt urges PCB to fight for his case

Tainted Salman Butt urges PCB to fight for his case

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

'For what happened, I have deep regrets and know it was wrong and we have been punished for it. I would request the PCB to now also look at our cases'

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Djokovic, Federer and Kerber advance

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Djokovic, Federer and Kerber advance

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

PHOTOS from day two of the Wimbledon championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London on Tuesday.

Van Gaal terms former understudy Mourinho 'very Special One'

Van Gaal terms former understudy Mourinho 'very Special One'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Louis van Gaal says the visit of Jose Mourinho and his Chelsea side to Old Trafford on Sunday will be extra special for the Manchester United manager as he greets his "modest" former apprentice.

PHOTOS: Kane helps Spurs thrash West Ham in London derby

PHOTOS: Kane helps Spurs thrash West Ham in London derby

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

A double from Harry Kane, who scored in his fifth consecutive club match, inspired Tottenham Hotspur to a 4-1 win over London rivals West Ham United in the Premier League at White Hart Lane on Sunday.

Football Extras: Atletico score 2-0 win as Getafe see red

Football Extras: Atletico score 2-0 win as Getafe see red

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Spanish finalist Muguruza growing to love grass

Spanish finalist Muguruza growing to love grass

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Spaniard Garbine Muguruza's relationship with grasscourt tennis has not been smooth but it has blossomed so spectacularly.

Wimbledon PIX: Nadal, Federer, Serena roll on

Wimbledon PIX: Nadal, Federer, Serena roll on

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

PHOTOS from the Wimbledon Championships matches played at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Saturday

PICS: Manchester City one win from title after handsome win at Everton

PICS: Manchester City one win from title after handsome win at Everton

Rediff.com1 Apr 2018

A summary of Saturday's matches in the English Premier League.

PHOTOS: Adrian is West Ham hero in FA Cup thriller

PHOTOS: Adrian is West Ham hero in FA Cup thriller

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Adrian fired past opposite number and Spanish compatriot Joel Robles immediately after the Everton keeper had crashed his spot kick against the crossbar as West Ham won 9-8 on penalties.

'Independence Day': Britain parts ways with EU

'Independence Day': Britain parts ways with EU

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

The United Kingdom has voted by 51.9 per cent to 48.1 per cent to leave the European Union after 43 years in an historic referendum.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Rediff.com brings a preview of the main matches coming up this weekend in the English Premier League.

UK expels 23 Russian diplomats; suspends high-level contacts with Moscow

UK expels 23 Russian diplomats; suspends high-level contacts with Moscow

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Former Russian spy Sergei Skripal, 66, and his daughter Yulia, 33, were found collapsed after being poisoned last week. Both remain in a serious condition along with a police officer who came in contact with the same substance.

EPL PHOTOS: Chelsea, Spurs and Arsenal enjoy big wins

EPL PHOTOS: Chelsea, Spurs and Arsenal enjoy big wins

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

Chelsea made light of striker Diego Costa's absence to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points with a 3-0 win at champions Leicester City.

A royal princess! Kate and William have a baby girl

A royal princess! Kate and William have a baby girl

Rediff.com2 May 2015

The wait for Prince William's second baby was finally over as his wife Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, on Saturday gave birth to a baby girl.

EU calls on Greece to stick with reforms as PM quits

EU calls on Greece to stick with reforms as PM quits

Rediff.com21 Aug 2015

The European Commission urged Greece to stick to commitments it has made to reform its economy as Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras called a snap election within hours of new EU bailout cash arriving in Athens.

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 9 at the Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 9 at the Rio Olympics

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

Check out the gold medallists from Day 9

EPL PHOTOS: Leicester hopes high after Liverpool crush City; Spurs also lose

EPL PHOTOS: Leicester hopes high after Liverpool crush City; Spurs also lose

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Photos from the English Premier League matches played across England on Wednesday

EPL PHOTOS: Chelsea take six point-lead despite Southampton draw

EPL PHOTOS: Chelsea take six point-lead despite Southampton draw

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

Chelsea opened up a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League despite being held to a 1-1 draw against top-four hopefuls Southampton in an absorbing game at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

How Brexit is affecting Tata's UK asset sale

How Brexit is affecting Tata's UK asset sale

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

In March, Tata Steel announced its intention to sell the entire 10.5 million-tonne UK assets.

Murray defeats Djokovic to end year as world No1

Murray defeats Djokovic to end year as world No1

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

His season had already provided several unforgettable chapters but Andy Murray saved the best to last as he eclipsed Novak Djokovic 6-3 6-4 to claim his first ATP World Tour Finals title and rubberstamp the year-end top ranking on Sunday. Against a man who has so often been his nemesis, Britain's golden boy Murray produced a relentless display to claim a ninth title of a year which included a second Wimbledon crown and Olympic gold in Rio.

Williams must avoid drama to complete Serena Slam

Williams must avoid drama to complete Serena Slam

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

Twelve months on from making the most bizarre of exits from Wimbledon, drama queen Serena Williams will be back at the All England Club next week eager to complete the "Serena Slam".