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Wimbledon: Bookies favour Andy Roddick

Wimbledon: Bookies favour Andy Roddick

Rediff.com24 Jun 2003

The American is quoted at 11-4 with compatriot Andre Agassi second favourite on 100-30.

Shelton, Nakashima set up all-American final at Canadian Open

Shelton, Nakashima set up all-American final at Canadian Open

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Defending champion Ben Shelton and Brandon Nakashima have advanced to the Canadian Open final in Montreal, setting up an all-American clash.

Andy Roddick a doubt for French Open

Andy Roddick a doubt for French Open

Rediff.com18 May 2011

Former U.S. Open champion Andy Roddick has pulled out of this week's Nice Open with a shoulder injury and may not be fully fit for the French Open starting on Sunday.

Ben Shelton wins back-to-back Canadian Open titles

Ben Shelton wins back-to-back Canadian Open titles

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Ben Shelton successfully defended his Canadian Open title, defeating fellow American Brandon Nakashima in an all-American final.

It sucked being in vacuum of Big Four: Andy Roddick

It sucked being in vacuum of Big Four: Andy Roddick

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

International Tennis Hall of Fame inductee Andy Roddick said on Saturday he was honoured to have played in the era of the Big Four, but also acknowledged that they caused him no end of frustration during his career.

Ben Shelton eyes French Open push after landmark win on clay

Ben Shelton eyes French Open push after landmark win on clay

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Ben Shelton said he had laid down a claycourt marker for US men with his Munich Open win on Sunday after the World No. 6 became the first American to claim an event above the ATP 250 level since Andre Agassi's 2002 Rome Masters triumph.

Alexandra Eala First Player From Philippines To Win WTA Tour Singles Title

Alexandra Eala First Player From Philippines To Win WTA Tour Singles Title

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines made history by becoming the first player from her country to win a WTA Tour-level singles title at the Washington Open, defeating top seed Jessica Pegula.

Serena's return puts familiar force at centre of Wimbledon

Serena's return puts familiar force at centre of Wimbledon

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

The 23-time Grand Slam champion has become the undisputed headline act at a tournament at which she has won seven singles titles and six doubles crowns with sister Venus.

Serena Williams' Comeback Ignites Wimbledon Women's Singles

Serena Williams' Comeback Ignites Wimbledon Women's Singles

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Serena Williams' unexpected return to Wimbledon after a four-year absence is set to be the dominant storyline of the women's singles draw. Despite her age and time away from competitive singles, her presence adds significant intrigue to a tournament already featuring top contenders like Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, and rising star Mirra Andreeva. Her comeback has generated immense buzz, with experts debating her potential impact on the wide-open field.

He went viral with croissant...now he's making history at French Open

He went viral with croissant...now he's making history at French Open

Rediff.com30 May 2026

American Zachary Svajda's impressive run at the French Open continues, fuelled by a viral TikTok post and a stunning victory over Francisco Cerundolo. With top seeds falling, Svajda eyes a deep run and an end to the American men's Grand Slam drought.

Can Sinner stop Djokovic's Wimbledon charge?

Can Sinner stop Djokovic's Wimbledon charge?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Defending champion Jannik Sinner returns to Wimbledon with his aura of invincibility dented after a dominant stretch, leaving the world number one to prove he can impose his game on grass and keep the challengers led by Novak Djokovic at bay.

Next Gen ATP champ Learner Tien sees tennis as springboard for future success

Next Gen ATP champ Learner Tien sees tennis as springboard for future success

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

American tennis player Learner Tien discusses the importance of financial awareness and planning for life after tennis, highlighting a growing trend among athletes to broaden their horizons beyond their primary careers.

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the French Open?

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the French Open?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

With Carlos Alcaraz out, the French Open men's singles draw is wide open. Clay-court specialists and rising stars are vying for the title at Roland Garros.

Roddick reaches Doha final

Roddick reaches Doha final

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

American Andy Roddick overcame the plucky resistance of Frenchman Gael Monfils to reach the final of the Qatar Open with a 7-6 3-6 6-3 win on Friday.

Roddick overpowers Ferrero

Roddick overpowers Ferrero

Rediff.com21 Aug 2006

Roddick crushes Djokovic

Roddick crushes Djokovic

Rediff.com21 Mar 2009

Big-serving American Andy Roddick hammered an out-of-sorts Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-2 on Friday to advance to the semi-finals of the ATP event at Indian Wells. Roddick broke the third-seeded Serb twice in each set to book his place in the last four against world number one Rafael Nadal, who crushed Argentinean Juan Martin Del Potro 6-2, 6-4 in a later match.

Nadal takes Roddick in his stride

Nadal takes Roddick in his stride

Rediff.com18 Mar 2007

The Spaniard beat Andy Roddick 6-4, 6-3 to reach his first final since Wimbledon 2006.

Pretty cool says Roddick

"Pretty cool" says Roddick

Rediff.com31 Oct 2003

Roddick secures World Tour Finals place

Roddick secures World Tour Finals place

Rediff.com20 Oct 2009

American Andy Roddick has booked his place at the World Tour Finals with four weeks of the season remaining, the ATP said on Tuesday.

Roddick exits Memphis, Peer stunned

Roddick exits Memphis, Peer stunned

Rediff.com1 Mar 2008

Swede Robin Soederling outgunned top seed Andy Roddick in the quarter-finals of the Memphis Championship.

Roddick supports power hitters

Roddick supports power hitters

Rediff.com25 Jul 2003

"People talk about power, power, power, but there's still more to our game," said the American.

Roddick offers Rusedski sympathy

Roddick offers Rusedski sympathy

Rediff.com26 Jun 2003

The Briton unleashed a furious verbal volley at the umpire during his match after a spectator called out during a rally in the third set.

Roddick upset by inspired Kohlschreiber

Roddick upset by inspired Kohlschreiber

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

In a match that finished after 2.00am, the sixth seed was ousted by Kohlschreiber 6-4 3-6 7-6 6-7 8-6, handing Roddick his earliest exit from the event since his debut in 2002.

Roddick romps in US Open tune-up

Roddick romps in US Open tune-up

Rediff.com24 Aug 2011

American Andy Roddick romped past lucky loser Edouard Roger-Vasselin 6-2, 6-4 to reach the third round of the Winston-Salem Open on Tuesday, and get his US Open preparations back on track.

Frustrated Roddick makes Beijing semis

Frustrated Roddick makes Beijing semis

Rediff.com27 Sep 2008

Big-serving American Andy Roddick eased past former world No 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero to make the semi-finals of the China Open on Friday, along with Germany's Bjorn Phau, Israel's Dudi Sela and Rainer Schuettler of Germany.

Roddick downs Stepanek to claim Brisbane title

Roddick downs Stepanek to claim Brisbane title

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

American Andy Roddick survived a determined fight back from defending champion Radek Stepanek to win the Brisbane International final on Sunday.

Wawrinka in final after Roddick quits

Wawrinka in final after Roddick quits

Rediff.com10 May 2008

Swiss Stanislas Wawrinka entered the final of the Rome Masters when Andy Roddick retired injured in the fourth game.

Roddick defaults semi-final match

Roddick defaults semi-final match

Rediff.com20 Feb 2005

The American was forced to default his semi-final match against Kenneth Carlsen because of an ankle injury

Blake, Roddick set up title duel

Blake, Roddick set up title duel

Rediff.com23 Jul 2006

Roddick will be hoping to win his first trophy since Lyon last October. He holds a 6-1 record over Blake, his poker-playing partner.

Roddick beats plucky Lopez to claim Dubai title

Roddick beats plucky Lopez to claim Dubai title

Rediff.com9 Mar 2008

American Andy Roddick beat unseeded Spaniard Feliciano Lopez 6-7, 6-4, 6-2 in a pulsating match to win the Dubai Championships on Saturday. Sixth-seeded Roddick secured his 25th career title and second of the year after his success in San Jose last month.

Roddick, Monfils in Lyon final

Roddick, Monfils in Lyon final

Rediff.com30 Oct 2005

In the semi-finals, Roddick beat Fabrice Santoro while Frenchman Monfils got the better of compatriot Sebastien Grosjean.

Murray to play Roddick in Qatar Open final

Murray to play Roddick in Qatar Open final

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

Defending champion and third seed Andy Murray continued his mastery over world number two Roger Federer when he defeated the Swiss 6-7 6-2 6-2 on Friday to reach the final of the Qatar Open.

Roddick ends Sela's dream run

Roddick ends Sela's dream run

Rediff.com28 Sep 2008

Andy Roddick won the China Open, ending the dream run of unseeded Israeli Dudi Sela with a 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 victory.

Isner downs Roddick, meets Benneteau in final

Isner downs Roddick, meets Benneteau in final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2011

Fourth seed John Isner gave himself the perfect US Open boost by upsetting fellow-American Andy Roddick 7-6, 6-4 in a slug-fest between two big servers in the Winston-Salem Open semi-finals on Friday.

Roddick pulls out of Toronto Masters with illness

Roddick pulls out of Toronto Masters with illness

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

Eighth seed American Andy Roddick has pulled out of the Toronto Masters because of illness, the ATP Tour said on Tuesday.

Injured Roddick pulls out of French Open

Injured Roddick pulls out of French Open

Rediff.com20 May 2011

American Andy Roddick has pulled out of the French Open because of a shoulder injury, organisers said on Thursday.

Roddick stuns Nadal to set up Berdych final

Roddick stuns Nadal to set up Berdych final

Rediff.com3 Apr 2010

Rafa Nadal's 11-month title drought continued after American Andy Roddick beat the Spaniard 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 to reach the Sony Ericsson Open final Friday. Sixth seed Roddick will face Tomas Berdych in the final after the Czech swept past Swede Robin Soderling 6-2, 6-2.

Roddick outlasts Ginepri in quarter-finals

Roddick outlasts Ginepri in quarter-finals

Rediff.com19 Feb 2005

The top seed will face Kenneth Carlsen in the semi-finals after the unseeded Dane beat American Jan-Michael Gambill at the Kroger St Jude ATP event.