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New F1 Rules Divide Drivers Ahead Of Five-Week Break

New F1 Rules Divide Drivers Ahead Of Five-Week Break

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Formula One's new energy rules face criticism after the Japanese GP, with drivers questioning racing quality and safety ahead of a five-week break.

Leander to turn radio commentator

Leander to turn radio commentator

Rediff.com23 Jun 2006

Leander Paes will be on the BBC radio team at Wimbledon

England greats blast Stokes and Co after 'horror show' at Gabba

England greats blast Stokes and Co after 'horror show' at Gabba

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

'They are up their own backsides convinced that Test cricket has changed so much that only they know anything about the modern game.'

How disgraced Armstrong helped Wiggins beat addiction

How disgraced Armstrong helped Wiggins beat addiction

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'Lance has been a source of inspiration to me and a constant source of help towards me and is one of the main factors why I'm in this position I am today mentally and physically, so, I'm indebted to him for that.'

Australia will blank England 5-0 in Ashes, says McGrath

Australia will blank England 5-0 in Ashes, says McGrath

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Glenn McGrath said his prediction this time is based on how England were held to a 2-2 series draw by India in the recent Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy five-Test series.

Imposter posing as ex-Pakistan cricketer appears on BBC

Imposter posing as ex-Pakistan cricketer appears on BBC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

An imposter posing as a former Pakistani cricketer has duped the BBC.

'You're looking for some heads to roll and Kevin's was in the way'

'You're looking for some heads to roll and Kevin's was in the way'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Kevin Pietersen has been made a "scapegoat" for England's Ashes humiliation in Australia, according to West Indies great Vivian Richards.

ECB chief Collier says will not resign

ECB chief Collier says will not resign

Rediff.com22 Feb 2009

England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief executive David Collier said on Sunday he would not resign over the Allen Stanford scandal. Collier and ECB chairman Giles Clarke have come under fire in the media and from within the game over English cricket's association with Texas billionaire Stanford, who has been accused of involvement in an $8 billion securities fraud.

Champion Tsitsipas in Nadal's group at ATP Finals

Champion Tsitsipas in Nadal's group at ATP Finals

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

World number one Novak Djokovic, bidding for a record-equalling sixth title at the event, is in the Tokyo group with Russian Daniil Medvedev, Germany's Alexander Zverev and Argentine first-time Diego Schwartzman.

ICC hope Hair could stay

ICC hope Hair could stay

Rediff.com27 Aug 2006

ICC chief executive Malcolm Speed said he wants the Australian to continue umpiring at the top level.

Hussain almost quit England captaincy: father

Hussain almost quit England captaincy: father

Rediff.com8 Jan 2003

Joe Hussain said his son Nasser was upset by criticism from former England captains Ian Botham and Bob Willis.

BBC drops Vaughan from Ashes coverage amid racism claims

BBC drops Vaughan from Ashes coverage amid racism claims

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Former England captain Michael Vaughan will play no part in the BBC's coverage of the upcoming Ashes series after being named in the racism controversy involving former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq, the broadcaster said on Wednesday.

McEnroe urges Nadal to 'get a new damn coach'

McEnroe urges Nadal to 'get a new damn coach'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

Three-time Wimbledon champion John McEnroe has advised Rafael Nadal to sack his long-term coach, uncle Toni and 'get a new damn coach' to get back to top form.

Chaos In Islamabad As Imran's Supporters Go On The Rampage

Chaos In Islamabad As Imran's Supporters Go On The Rampage

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's supporters reached the heart of Pakistan's capital on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, after removing barricades and battling police in clashes that killed six security personnel and injured dozens.

EPL PIX: City crush West Ham; Arsenal, Chelsea held

EPL PIX: City crush West Ham; Arsenal, Chelsea held

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Manchester City thrashed West Ham United 4-1 in the Premier League on Saturday to claim their first back-to-back wins since October.

Shaheen Bagh's 'Dadi' on BBC's 100 Women Of 2020 list

Shaheen Bagh's 'Dadi' on BBC's 100 Women Of 2020 list

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Para-athlete and current para-badminton world champion Manasi Joshi, climate activist Ridhima Pandey and Isaivani for breaking male domination in the field of Tamil Nadu's Gaana singing also made the list.

Golf: Lyle reopens Montgomerie row

Golf: Lyle reopens Montgomerie row

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

Twice major winner Sandy Lyle has reopened his row with Colin Montgomerie by calling Europe's Ryder Cup captain a "drama queen".

Here's why top Windies players won't be in action against India

Here's why top Windies players won't be in action against India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

Leading West Indian cricketers will prefer to play in lucrative Twenty20 tournaments around the world instead of representing the Caribbean side under the current administration, former captain Darren Sammy has said.

I will come back, promises Ganguly

I will come back, promises Ganguly

Rediff.com20 Jun 2006

In England for a five-week stint at Northamptonshire, India's most successful captain told BBC Radio Northampton, 'I want to put runs on the board and get back into the national team.'

'I travel the world with a piece of bamboo'

'I travel the world with a piece of bamboo'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'I will always cherish the fact that I received the first big award of my life, actually two, in the company of legends for an incredible collaboration.'

'Politically active Gauff can change world for better'

'Politically active Gauff can change world for better'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Navratilova, who is openly gay, said it was vital for sports stars to speak out.

England's Anderson frustrated by niggling calf injury

England's Anderson frustrated by niggling calf injury

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

Anderson pulled up injured on day one of the first Test which the hosts lost by 251 runs.

We face long road to redemption, says IAAF chief Coe

We face long road to redemption, says IAAF chief Coe

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

World athletics president Sebastian Coe said he reacted with "shock, anger and sadness" to this week's allegations of bribery, extortion and doping cover-ups and said the sport faces a "long road to redemption".

So, is Mourinho getting sacked in the morning?

So, is Mourinho getting sacked in the morning?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

Jose Mourinho's future as Chelsea manager looked increasingly uncertain after Liverpool beat them 3-1 in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

Study predicts record medal haul for Britain Winter Games

Study predicts record medal haul for Britain Winter Games

Rediff.com11 Jan 2014

Britain are traditionally also-rans at the Winter Olympics but a statistical study has predicted the team will win a record-breaking six medals at the Sochi Games next month.

'Too late to sack Cook as captain, we're close to the World Cup'

'Too late to sack Cook as captain, we're close to the World Cup'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

The clamour for his sacking as England's ODI captain has grown shrill after the debacle against India but former coach Ashley Giles feels it is too late to do this as the World Cup is just five months away.

Federer to face debutant Zverev in ATP Tour Finals

Federer to face debutant Zverev in ATP Tour Finals

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

World No 1 Rafael Nadal, who is hoping to recover from a knee injury to play in the season-ending showpiece, heads the other group and will face Belgian David Goffin, Bulgarian debutant Grigor Dimitrov and Austrian Dominic Thiem.

Jose Mourinho plays down Chelsea trophy chances

Jose Mourinho plays down Chelsea trophy chances

Rediff.com15 Dec 2013

Jose Mourinho has played down Chelsea's chances of winning silverware this season, because they lack a killer "selfish" striker.

I will be Mancunian for rest of my life, says Guardiola

I will be Mancunian for rest of my life, says Guardiola

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

Guardiola, who led City to the Premier League title last season with a record points tally of 100, signed a contract extension with the champions earlier this year that will take him to the end of the 2020-21 campaign.

'I don't give a toss about criticism of my knighthood'

'I don't give a toss about criticism of my knighthood'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

'Twenty-five years ago, love, in a French court, she tried to blackmail me for 1million pound. I said no, because in England if you pay any money at all, we think: 'Hang on, there must be something there'. I said: 'I'm not paying anything' ... I'm not sure I'd actually got a million at the time'

Ex-Saudi royal guard arrested in Jamal Khashoggi killing

Ex-Saudi royal guard arrested in Jamal Khashoggi killing

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Khaled Aedh Alotaibi, a former Saudi royal guard, was arrested at Charles-de-Gaulle airport in Paris while boarding a flight to Riyadh.

Gerrard to sign up for Chelsea on loan?

Gerrard to sign up for Chelsea on loan?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has joked that he might make a bid to sign Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard on loan when he leaves for the United States at the end of the season.

Warner and Finch opening the way for Australia

Warner and Finch opening the way for Australia

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

For long periods it wasn't sparkling, but it was effective, and after Finch was out for 53, Warner kicked on to score a hugely impressive 166.

Nations League PIX: France, Belgium win; Dutch outclass Poland

Nations League PIX: France, Belgium win; Dutch outclass Poland

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Images from the Nations League football matches played on Thursday.

Will Ferrari's Vettel replace Rosberg at Mercedes?

Will Ferrari's Vettel replace Rosberg at Mercedes?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel, McLaren's Fernando Alonso and Williams' Valtteri Bottas have all been highlighted in media speculation but 22-year-old German reserve driver Pascal Wehrlein remains the bookmakers' favourite.

Murray is dedicated to Davis Cup and how!

Murray is dedicated to Davis Cup and how!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Andy Murray's dedication to the Davis Cup has proved invaluable to the British team, but it may also rob the ATP Tour Finals of one of it's biggest draws this year.

Goal difference sees Bournemouth all but promoted to EPL

Goal difference sees Bournemouth all but promoted to EPL

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

Bournemouth's remarkable rise from the brink of obscurity was virtually completed when they effectively sealed promotion to the Premier League for the first time in their 116-year history on Monday.

'There was blood everywhere': Eyewitnesses share horrific tales of London attack

'There was blood everywhere': Eyewitnesses share horrific tales of London attack

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

People said they were throwing chairs, glasses and bottles at the attackers in a bid to stop them.

Manchester United need massive investment on new players, says Neville

Manchester United need massive investment on new players, says Neville

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Manchester United, who spent 150 million pounds on new players in the summer, might need to spend another 100 million pounds before they can compete for the Premier League title, according to former defender Phil Neville.