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Yuki wins first ever ATP Challenger singles title

Yuki wins first ever ATP Challenger singles title

Rediff.com20 May 2012

A resurgent Yuki Bhambri won the first ever ATP Challenger singles title of his career after scoring a facile straight-set win over Israeli fourth seed Amir Weintraub in Fergana, Uzbekistan on Sunday.

Djokovic begs Nadal for 'one last dance'

Djokovic begs Nadal for 'one last dance'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Novak Djokovic said he is still hoping for a final chapter in their storied rivalry.

WADA disputes exoneration of ATP players

WADA disputes exoneration of ATP players

Rediff.com16 Jul 2004

In its report WADA was scornful of the ATP's inconsistent disciplinary process covering the seven cases.

My body simply won't allow me: Nadal withdraws from Monte Carlo Masters

My body simply won't allow me: Nadal withdraws from Monte Carlo Masters

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

The Monte Carlo Masters begins on Sunday. Nadal has won the event a record 11 times, with his last victory coming in 2018.

Djokovic makes history with Paris Masters Title

Djokovic makes history with Paris Masters Title

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Djokovic's sixth trophy this season helped him to extend his lead over the second-ranked Carlos Alcaraz in the race to the year-end number one spot

ATP World Tour Finals: Djokovic mauls Cilic in opener

ATP World Tour Finals: Djokovic mauls Cilic in opener

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Novak Djokovic began his challenge for a hat-trick of ATP World Tour Finals triumphs in London with a 6-1, 6-1 demolition of Croatia's Marin Cilic.

Bopanna-Mergea qualify for ATP Tour finale

Bopanna-Mergea qualify for ATP Tour finale

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Rohan Bopanna and his doubles partner Florin Mergea qualified for the year-end ATP World Tour Finale when Vasek Pospisil and Jack Sock lost the Paris Masters final, on Sunday.

Does the ATP Tour favour Federer over other players?

Does the ATP Tour favour Federer over other players?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Frenchman Julien Benneteau caused a stir during an interview on French radio station RMC Sport on Sunday in which he said tournament referees were often kinder to Federer when it came to scheduling his matches.

ATP should apologise to Rusedski: Agassi

ATP should apologise to Rusedski: Agassi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

"The thought of somebody's livelihood, career or legacy to be ripped to shreds for an accident is a terrible thought," said the American.

No ATP, WTA events without our consent: AITA

No ATP, WTA events without our consent: AITA

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Thursday insisted that without its approval no ATP or WTA event can be organised in India. AITA sought to clear the air after some sections of the media quoted ATP as saying that it can sanction private bodies to hold events taking into account the organisers' ability and without any third party approval.

Bengal train crash was 'waiting to happen': Probe

Bengal train crash was 'waiting to happen': Probe

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

In its probe report into the June 17 accident in West Bengal's Darjeeling district that left 10 persons dead, including the loco pilot of the goods train, the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) also recommended implementation of the Automatic Train-protection system (KAVACH) on top priority.

ATP vows to keep tennis clean

ATP vows to keep tennis clean

Rediff.com13 Oct 2003

The governing body of the men's tour promised to look into all allegations of match-fixing by players.

Tulln Challenger: Nagal loses title clash to Kopriva

Tulln Challenger: Nagal loses title clash to Kopriva

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Sumit Nagal had to be content with a runner-up finish at the ATP Tulln Challenger event after losing the singles title clash in straight sets to Czech Republic's Vit Kopriva, in Tulln on Sunday.

Querrey wins second ATP title

Querrey wins second ATP title

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Big-serving American Sam Querrey shrugged off a nervous second set to clinch his second ATP title with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-1 victory over Australian qualifier Carsten Ball at the LA Open on Sunday.

ATP World Tour Finals: Djokovic beats Thiem after scare

ATP World Tour Finals: Djokovic beats Thiem after scare

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

Deposed World No 1 Novak Djokovic suffered an early scare against Austrian debutant Dominic Thiem at the ATP World Tour Finals before launching his bid for a fifth successive title with a 6-7(10), 6-0, 6-2 victory.

Djokovic slams packed ATP schedule

Djokovic slams packed ATP schedule

Rediff.com11 May 2008

Novak Djokovic sounded the alarm over the packed ATP calendar after the withdrawal of two opponents helped him reach the final of the Rome Masters.

Bopanna-Ebden rally to make Madrid Open final

Bopanna-Ebden rally to make Madrid Open final

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Bopanna had scripted history in March to become the oldest ATP Masters 1000 champion when he and Ebden won the BNP Paribas Open.

World No 1 Sinner leads Italy's tennis renaissance

World No 1 Sinner leads Italy's tennis renaissance

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Andrea Binaghi, who has headed the Italian tennis federation (FITP) since 2001, pointed to reforms over the last 10-15 years to decentralise the coaching system and offer more financial, technical and psychological support to young talent.

Lyon ATP: Soderling downs Roddick

Lyon ATP: Soderling downs Roddick

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

Swede Robin Soderling needed 20 aces and two tiebreaks to down top seed Andy Roddick 7-6, 7-6 and reach the semi-finals of the Lyon ATP tournament on Friday.

Alcaraz Stunned!

Alcaraz Stunned!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open men's singles second round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Thursday.

ATP Rankings: Federer overtakes Murray as world number two

ATP Rankings: Federer overtakes Murray as world number two

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Andy Murray has lost the world number two spot to Roger Federer in the latest ATP rankings released on Monday, after his defeat to Novak Djokovic in the Madrid Masters final.

Somdev qualifies for Washington ATP

Somdev qualifies for Washington ATP

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

India's Somdev Devvarman qualified for the Legg Mason Tennis Classic in Washington DC with a straight sets victory over Japan's Go Soeda on Sunday. The 23-year-old beat second seed Soeda 7-5, 7-5 in the final qualifying round to set up a first round clash with American wildcard Taylor Dent.

Sousa seals first ATP win for Portugal

Sousa seals first ATP win for Portugal

Rediff.com29 Sep 2013

Unheralded Joao Sousa completed a fairytale run at the Malaysian Open on Sunday when he beat France's Julien Benneteau 2-6, 7-5, 6-4 in the final to become the first Portuguese to win an ATP Tour title.

Inside Carlos Alcaraz's Dreamy Vacation

Inside Carlos Alcaraz's Dreamy Vacation

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Carlos sought tranquility in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, accompanied by his brother Alvaro and friends.

All you MUST know about Wimbledon champ Alcaraz

All you MUST know about Wimbledon champ Alcaraz

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Factbox on Carlos Alcaraz, who beat seven-time champion Novak Djokovic

ATP chief to discuss time-violation rule with players

ATP chief to discuss time-violation rule with players

Rediff.com12 Jan 2013

The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) chief Brad Drewett will meet with players on Saturday to address concerns over a new rule aimed at speeding up the game that has drawn criticism from professionals on the men's tour.

ATP agree to shorten men's calendar from 2012

ATP agree to shorten men's calendar from 2012

Rediff.com22 Nov 2010

The men's ATP calendar will be shortened by two weeks from 2012, Tour chief Adam Helfant announced at the season-ending championships on Sunday.

Rublev sets up Auger-Aliassime final in Madrid

Rublev sets up Auger-Aliassime final in Madrid

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Rublev came into the tournament on a four-match losing streak, but has eased into the final, knocking out second seed Carlos Alcaraz on the way, and will face unseeded Canadian Auger-Aliassime for the title on Sunday.

Yoga, clarity of thought and another milestone for Bopanna

Yoga, clarity of thought and another milestone for Bopanna

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Bopanna also spoke about the challenging conditions at the Australian Open and having to push his boundaries to get them wins.

Nagal jumps 23 places to break into top-100

Nagal jumps 23 places to break into top-100

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

The win at the Chennai Open challenger event on Sunday pushed Nagal to 98th in the latest singles rankings.

Djokovic, Nadal suggest ATP rotate Finals venue

Djokovic, Nadal suggest ATP rotate Finals venue

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

London's stunning 02 Arena will stage the ATP World Tour Finals for the seventh year in succession in 2015 but that will already be four too many, defending champion Novak Djokovic said on Monday.

'Shorter ATP season step in the right direction'

'Shorter ATP season step in the right direction'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2010

Roger Federer gave a cautious thumbs up on Sunday to the ATP's decision to shorten the men's calendar by two weeks from 2012.

Tennis round-up: Dzumhur battles to become Bosnia's first ATP finalist

Tennis round-up: Dzumhur battles to become Bosnia's first ATP finalist

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

The 25-year-old Dzumhur recovered from a poor start to beat the Briton 1-6, 7-5, 6-3 and will bid to become the Balkan nation's first Tour winner in Saturday's title-decider against Spain's Roberto Bautista Agut.

'Insufficient evidence' on abuse allegations against Zverev

'Insufficient evidence' on abuse allegations against Zverev

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

Zverev has consistently denied all the allegations.

ATP Tour Finals: Wawrinka thrashes Berdych

ATP Tour Finals: Wawrinka thrashes Berdych

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Stanislas Wawrinka returned to form with a 6-1, 6-1 thrashing of Tomas Berdych at the ATP World Tour Finals on Monday.

Aus Open: Bopanna-Babos pull out of mixed doubles

Aus Open: Bopanna-Babos pull out of mixed doubles

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The duo lost their second round men's doubles match to Marcelo Arevalo of El Salvador and Mate Pavic of Croatia at the Australian Open.

Tennis: Dimitrov downs Rune to claim title in Brisbane

Tennis: Dimitrov downs Rune to claim title in Brisbane

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

At the Hong Kong Tennis Open, top-seeded Andrey Rublev of Russia pocketed his 15th career title with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Finland's Emil Ruusuvuori.

Nadal hints he could miss French Open

Nadal hints he could miss French Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Spain's Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday that he is not sure if he will be able to play at next month's French Open.