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Dubai: Bhupathi-Bopanna in QF; Paes-Tipsarevic lose

Dubai: Bhupathi-Bopanna in QF; Paes-Tipsarevic lose

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Mahesh Bhuapthi and Rohan Bopanna progressed to the quarter-finals of the ATP Dubai Open, but Chennai Open winners Leander Paes and Janko Tipsarevic were ousted in the first round.

Champions League: Sanchez double delights Barca

Champions League: Sanchez double delights Barca

Rediff.com15 Feb 2012

Two goals by Alexis Sanchez -- his first in the Champions League -- led Barcelona to a 3-1 first-leg win at Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday to put the holders in the driving seat in their round of 16 tie.

Soccer PIX: Watford relegated; Lecce closer to drop

Soccer PIX: Watford relegated; Lecce closer to drop

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Photos from the football matches played on Sunday.

Review: The Three Musketeers is poorly adapted

Review: The Three Musketeers is poorly adapted

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

This version falls flat as a poorly adapted one and its effect is further exacerbated by second-class acting.

At least 64 die in Russia shopping mall fire

At least 64 die in Russia shopping mall fire

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Around 120 people had been evacuated from the burning centre, rescuers said on Sunday.

EPL PIX: Liverpool go top with draw at United; Arsenal cruise

EPL PIX: Liverpool go top with draw at United; Arsenal cruise

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Liverpool took over at the top of the Premier League table despite being held to a 0-0 draw against Manchester United in a scrappy match on Sunday.

US, Russia, other countries condemn Pulwama attack

US, Russia, other countries condemn Pulwama attack

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

They said they stand alongside India in defeating terrorism.

King's Speech wins big at BAFTAs

King's Speech wins big at BAFTAs

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

The film has won seven out of its 14 nominations.

'Even Bolt would not have caught Pato'

'Even Bolt would not have caught Pato'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

Not even 100 metres world record holder Usain Bolt could have caught AC Milan's Alexandre Pato when he streaked through to score against Barcelona after 24 seconds on Tuesday, Barca coach Pep Guardiola said.

Milan snatch 2-2 draw at holders Barcelona

Milan snatch 2-2 draw at holders Barcelona

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

Thiago Silva powered home a header in the second minute of stoppage time to steal a 2-2 draw for AC Milan at holders Barcelona in the heavyweight pair's Champions League Group H opener on Tuesday.

FA Cup: Holders Arsenal knocked out; City survive

FA Cup: Holders Arsenal knocked out; City survive

Rediff.com24 Jan 2021

Arsenal's defence of the trophy ended with something of a whimper as Mikel Arteta's side struggled with repeatedly sloppy defending.

Nadal crushes Fognini to reach Shanghai quarters

Nadal crushes Fognini to reach Shanghai quarters

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

Rafael Nadal continued to scythe his way through the Shanghai Masters on Thursday, reaching the quarter-finals with a 6-3, 6-1 thrashing of temperamental Italian Fabio Fognini.

Why Celine Dion is the ultimate STYLE ICON

Why Celine Dion is the ultimate STYLE ICON

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

Beware! Dangerously sexy curves ahead.

Stunning images in building photography contest

Stunning images in building photography contest

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

The 2019 winners of the Art of Building competition, run by the Chartered Institute of Building, have been announced. Take a look at the winners from the competition.

Copa America: Brazil held 0-0 by Venezuela

Copa America: Brazil held 0-0 by Venezuela

Rediff.com4 Jul 2011

Defending champions Brazil were held 0-0 by Venezuela in their opening Copa America Group B match on Sunday after being denied a possible penalty and seeing Alexandre Pato hit the bar.

Shanghai surprise Nishikori meets Murray in semis

Shanghai surprise Nishikori meets Murray in semis

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Kei Nishikori reached his first Masters Series semi-final with a commanding 6-4, 6-3 victory over Ukraine's Alexandr Dolgopolov on Friday, underlining his imminent status as Japan's highest-ranked player ever on the ATP Tour. Awaiting the high-flying Asian star in the Shanghai Masters semi-finals is world number four Andy Murray, who comfortably ended Australian qualifier Matthew Ebden's dream run with a comfortable 6-3, 6-2 victory in the Qi Zhong Stadium.

EPL PIX: Sheffield United end Arsenal's unbeaten run

EPL PIX: Sheffield United end Arsenal's unbeaten run

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

The result leaves Arsenal in fifth place on 15 points, two behind Leicester City and Chelsea, while Sheffield United moved into ninth on 12 points.

FIFA agrees to publish Garcia report in appropriate form

FIFA agrees to publish Garcia report in "appropriate form"

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

FIFA's executive committee has voted to allow publication of former ethics investigator Michael Garcia's investigation into the bidding process for the 2018/2022 World Cups, president Sepp Blatter said in a statement on Friday.

The best way to GIFT yourself a HEALTHY 2021

The best way to GIFT yourself a HEALTHY 2021

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

Nutritionist Komal Jethmalani tells you simple ways to improve your health in the New Year.

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

The 92nd Academy Awards nominations have been announced at the Samuel Goldwyn Theatre in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.

First time in over 5 years, India's air traffic growth falls

First time in over 5 years, India's air traffic growth falls

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Flight cancellations and subsequent grounding of Jet Airways adversely impacted seat capacity in the domestic market which also resulted in fares going up.

Brazil name Pato, Ganso in Copa America squad

Brazil name Pato, Ganso in Copa America squad

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

Brazil coach Mano Menezes has named injured pair Paulo Henrique Ganso and Alexandre Pato in his 22-man squad for the Copa America.

2016 Olympics: Rio Games athletes' village unveiled

2016 Olympics: Rio Games athletes' village unveiled

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

The village will host more than 18,000 Olympic and Paralympic athletes, officials, staff and volunteers in 31 buildings and more than 3,600 apartments.

Rahman nominated for yet another award

Rahman nominated for yet another award

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

The musician has been nominated for excellence in musical scoring by the International Film Music Critics Association for his work in Couples Retreat.

Van Bommel off as Palermo end Milan's double hopes

Van Bommel off as Palermo end Milan's double hopes

Rediff.com11 May 2011

Serie A champions AC Milan's double hopes ended in a 2-1 Coppa Italia defeat at Palermo on Tuesday in which midfielder Mark van Bommel was sent off.

Nadal crashes out to Dolgopolov at Queen's

Nadal crashes out to Dolgopolov at Queen's

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Rafa Nadal's return to form was stopped in its tracks when he lost his opening match at the Aegon Championships to Ukraine's Alexandr Dolgopolov 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-4 on Tuesday.

Indian Wells: Bopanna-Qureshi lose in semis

Indian Wells: Bopanna-Qureshi lose in semis

Rediff.com18 Mar 2011

The Indo-Pak express of Rohan Bopanna and Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi suffered an upset defeat at the hands of Belgian Xavier Malisse and Ukrainian Alexandr Dolgopolov in the men's doubles semi-finals to bow out of the BNP Paribas ATP Tour 1000 tournament in Indian Wells on Thursday.

When Federer, Djokovic almost played a practice match on Centre Court

When Federer, Djokovic almost played a practice match on Centre Court

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Wimbledon fans with Centre Court tickets suffered the disappointment of seeing the opponents of title contenders Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic retire early in their matches - but they might have been given a bonus contest between the pair.

More records for Federer but no match point glory

More records for Federer but no match point glory

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Fans who had poured in to see the Swiss master in action witnessed him fire down a 10,000th career ace and chalk up a record 85th win at Wimbledon, surpassing the benchmark he had shared with Jimmy Connors.

Bessat treble puts Lyon out of French Cup

Bessat treble puts Lyon out of French Cup

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Ligue 1 leaders Olympique Lyonnais were knocked out of the French Cup 3-2 at Nantes on Tuesday with Vincent Bessat grabbing a hat-trick in the last-32 game on a night of upsets.

Substitute Pato grabs win for leaders Milan

Substitute Pato grabs win for leaders Milan

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

Substitute Alexandre Pato netted a superb winner after Robinho had opened the scoring using the top of his arm as Serie A leaders AC Milan ground out a precious 2-1 win at Chievo on Sunday.

Europa League: Aubameyang puts Arsenal in control; Chelsea held

Europa League: Aubameyang puts Arsenal in control; Chelsea held

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang struck a vital late goal to seal a 3-1 win over Valencia on Thursday and give his side breathing space for the second leg of their Europa League semi-final in Spain next week.

Red-hot Pato downs Chievo to send Milan top

Red-hot Pato downs Chievo to send Milan top

Rediff.com17 Oct 2010

Alexandre Pato continued his rich vein of form with two goals in AC Milan's 3-1 win over Chievo which powered the hosts to the top of Serie A on Saturday.

Cameroon players criticise coach's selection

Cameroon players criticise coach's selection

Rediff.com18 Jun 2010

Senior Cameroon players have asked coach Paul Le Guen to reconsider his team selection for their second World Cup match against Denmark because he has included too many youngsters.

Unlucky Milan held to goalless home draw by Lazio

Unlucky Milan held to goalless home draw by Lazio

Rediff.com2 Feb 2011

Injury-hit Serie A leaders AC Milan were unlucky to be held to a 0-0 draw at home with Lazio on Tuesday after missing several chances, giving their title rivals a boost ahead of the rest of the midweek programme.

Pato on target as new-look Brazil beat Iran

Pato on target as new-look Brazil beat Iran

Rediff.com8 Oct 2010

Alexandre Pato scored again to help a new-look and more adventurous Brazil beat Iran 3-0 on Thursday in their second win in two internationals under new coach Mano Menezes.

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

What you must not miss in the EPL this week

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

The two previous meetings at Anfield ended in 4-0 and 3-1 defeats for Arsene Wenger's Arsenal teams, but there is a fresh optimism around the club after a successful transfer window.

Chennai: Seeds advance into last eight

Chennai: Seeds advance into last eight

Rediff.com6 Jan 2011

Sixth seed semi-finalist Janko Tipsarevic advanced into the last eight of the Chennai Open with a comfortable 6-2, 7-6 (3) win over Russian Alexandre Kudryavtsev on Thursday.

Defending champion Roddick rolls on at Brisbane

Defending champion Roddick rolls on at Brisbane

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

Defending champion Andy Roddick weathered an early onslaught from hard-hitting Ukrainian Alexandr Dolgopolov before steamrolling him 6-4 6-1 to book a quarter-final place at the Brisbane International on Wednesday.

Yuki falls to qualifier Kudryavtsev

Yuki falls to qualifier Kudryavtsev

Rediff.com4 Jan 2011

India's rising star Yuki Bhambri failed to match up to the expectations of the handful of fans who were there at the Nungambakkam Stadium to support him, falling rather tamely to Alexandre Kudryavtsev 2-6, 1-6 at the Chennai Open on Tuesday.