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Roddick, Blake to lead US against France

Roddick, Blake to lead US against France

Rediff.com28 Mar 2008

The United States will rely on the same quartet that won last year's Davis Cup when they face France in next month's quarter-final, captain Patrick McEnroe said on Thursday. Andy Roddick, James Blake, Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan will participate in their record tenth consecutive tie together, said McEnroe.

Federer sent packing by Stepanek, Blake out

Federer sent packing by Stepanek, Blake out

Rediff.com9 May 2008

The world number one was the second big gun of the day to fall to an unseeded player at the Rome Masters after his Swiss compatriot Stanislas Wawrinka beat American James Blake.

Blake puts US 2-0 up in Davis Cup final

Blake puts US 2-0 up in Davis Cup final

Rediff.com1 Dec 2007

James Blake beat Russian Mikhail Youzhny in the second singles after American No 1 Andy Roddick outclassed Dmitry Tursunov in the opening rubber.

Want To Stay At at Barbie's DreamHouse?

Want To Stay At at Barbie's DreamHouse?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

You can rent the dreamhouse on Airbnb.

Blake calls on ATP to change rules after Vegas fia

Blake calls on ATP to change rules after Vegas fia

Rediff.com3 Mar 2007

World number six James Blake called on the ATP Tour to change the rules at round-robin tournaments after a bizarre 24 hours when he went out of the Las Vegas Open, was reinstated and then eliminated again.

Spider-Punk, Barbie, Batman At Comic-Con

Spider-Punk, Barbie, Batman At Comic-Con

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Scenes from Comic-Con International in San Diego.

India has created thousands of jobs in US: Blake

India has created thousands of jobs in US: Blake

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

The sizeable Indian investment flowing into the US is supporting thousands of jobs in this country, a senior US official has said, acknowledging the contribution of Indian money in creating employment during a tough economic environment.

Blake beats Nieminen to reach Stockholm semis

Blake beats Nieminen to reach Stockholm semis

Rediff.com13 Oct 2007

Twice champion James Blake came from behind to beat Finn Jarkko Nieminen 6-7 6-4 6-2 and book a place in the Stockholm Open semi-finals on Friday.

Nadal back on track, Blake reaches semis

Nadal back on track, Blake reaches semis

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

World No 2 Rafael Nadal recovered from a slow start to beat compatriot Tommy Robredo and get his Masters Cup campaign back on track.

The Oscars Are Not Always Predictable

The Oscars Are Not Always Predictable

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

In the biggest surprise of the night, Emma Stone grabbed the Best Actress trophy for the complex portrayal of a Frankenstein-like character Bella, in Yargos Lanthimos' electrifying and most original film Poor Things. Aseem Chhabra recaps the 96th Annual Academy Awards.

Tata Motors drives past Maruti as most-valued auto firm

Tata Motors drives past Maruti as most-valued auto firm

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Tata Motors surpassed Maruti Suzuki (India) (MSIL) to become the most-valuable automobile company, in terms of market capitalisation (mcap), after a gap of seven years. With this, the company's stock hit a new high on the BSE on Tuesday (January 30). The combined mcap of Tata Motors (Rs 285.51 crore) and Tata Motors DVR (Rs 29,119 crore) stood at Rs 3.146 trillion.

No US visa for Narendra Modi yet, says Blake

No US visa for Narendra Modi yet, says Blake

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

While acknowledging the economic progress and the exponential growth in Gujarat, which has made it an attractive state for investment, United States Assistant Secretary of State Robert Blake said that there has been no review on the issuance of a visa for Chief Minister Narendra Modi to travel to America.

Bolt, Blake put on show of speed in Jamaica

Bolt, Blake put on show of speed in Jamaica

Rediff.com15 Apr 2012

Jamaican triple Olympic champion Usain Bolt opened his 2012 season with a sizzling anchor leg as his Racers Track Club logged a World leading time of 37.82 seconds in a 4x100 metres relay, in Kingston on Saturday.

Mommy-to-be Genelia D'souza, Mira Kapoor, Blake Lively's fashionable pictures

Mommy-to-be Genelia D'souza, Mira Kapoor, Blake Lively's fashionable pictures

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Take some styling tips from the mommies-to-be...

Exclusive: US Assistant Secretary of State Robert Blake speaks to Rediff.com

Exclusive: US Assistant Secretary of State Robert Blake speaks to Rediff.com

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

In an exclusive interview to Rediff.com, US Assistant Secretary of State Robert O Blake speaks about President Obama's trip to India, the recent US-India Strategic Dialogue and the fate of the nuclear liability bill.

Blake downs Fish to win 2nd title in New Haven

Blake downs Fish to win 2nd title in New Haven

Rediff.com26 Aug 2007

The third seed won a topsy-turvy first set before easing through the second to capture his second title of the year and repeat his New Haven triumph of 2005.

Djokovic to miss Miami Open over vaccine status

Djokovic to miss Miami Open over vaccine status

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Novak Djokovic will miss next week's Miami Open after the Serbian was denied an exemption that would have allowed him to enter the US despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19.

PIX: Messi magic continues as Inter Miami reach final

PIX: Messi magic continues as Inter Miami reach final

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Lionel Messi notched his ninth goal in six matches as Inter Miami crushed Philadelphia Union 4-1 to reach the Leagues Cup final.

India has the capacity to become a global power: Blake

India has the capacity to become a global power: Blake

Rediff.com5 Jun 2012

The United States believes India has the required institutional capacity to become a global power and sees a growing strategic convergence between the two nations, a top administration official has said ahead of next week's India-US strategic dialogue.

Zabaleta stuns Blake to set up Karlovic final

Zabaleta stuns Blake to set up Karlovic final

Rediff.com15 Apr 2007

Mariano Zabaleta upset James Blake 7-5, 7-6 to advance to the final of the US Clay Court Championships.

Stepanek upsets Blake to clinch second ATP title

Stepanek upsets Blake to clinch second ATP title

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

The 28-year-old from Karvina broke the second-seeded American twice in the third set to seal victory in two hours 20 minutes at the Los Angeles Tennis Center.

US to build new powerful nuclear bomb: Report

US to build new powerful nuclear bomb: Report

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The United States Department of Defence has announced that it will pursue a modern variant of the B61 nuclear gravity bomb, designated the B61-13, pending Congressional authorisation and appropriation.

Tata Motors shifts into high gear with Jaguar Land Rover at the wheel

Tata Motors shifts into high gear with Jaguar Land Rover at the wheel

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

The Street's optimism on India's largest listed automotive maker by market capitalisation is not misplaced, given the robust wholesale performance in recent months and the strong 2023-24 (FY24) October-December (Q3) results.

These Awesome Ladies Inspire Me Daily

These Awesome Ladies Inspire Me Daily

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Through their triumphs and struggles, these athletes have not only rewritten the narrative of women in sports but have also ignited a flame of empowerment and inspiration, asserts Laxmi Negi.

Govers hat-trick as Australia rout India in second hockey Test

Govers hat-trick as Australia rout India in second hockey Test

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Blake Govers slammed a hat-trick as Australia routed India 7-4 in a high-scoring second hockey Test in Adelaide on Sunday.

Bolt wins Olympic 100m in 9.63s, Blake second

Bolt wins Olympic 100m in 9.63s, Blake second

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Usain Bolt of Jamaica won his second straight Olympic gold medal in the men's 100 metres on Sunday, crossing the line in an Olympic record 9.63 seconds. Bolt joined Carl Lewis as only the second man to go back-to-back in track's biggest race.

Roddick and Blake to lead US Davis Cup team

Roddick and Blake to lead US Davis Cup team

Rediff.com5 Sep 2007

US captain Patrick McEnroe said the duo would be joined by the world's top-ranked doubles pair, Bob and Mike Bryan. John Isner and Sam Querrey will travel with the team as practice partners.

Blake fails to break season's 100m record set by Bolt

Blake fails to break season's 100m record set by Bolt

Rediff.com10 May 2012

Jamaican world champion Yohan Blake missed the fastest 100 metres of the year by the blink of an eye on Wednesday, his 9.84 seconds a mere 0.02 behind world record holder and training partner Usain Bolt's mark.

Bolt to qualify for 100m at Worlds; Blake gets automatic entry

Bolt to qualify for 100m at Worlds; Blake gets automatic entry

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

Usain Bolt will have to qualify for the 100 metres at this year's World Cchampionships after Jamaican officials decided the country's automatic entry into the race should go to his training partner Yohan Blake.

'Matthew brought so much joy to the world'

'Matthew brought so much joy to the world'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Matthew Perry's family has expressed gratitude to fans and well-wishers for remembering the Friends star, who died at his Los Angeles home on October 28.

Oddly Around The World

Oddly Around The World

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

Odd and unusual images from around the world.

Well done Jordin, but we're waiting for Blake CD

Well done Jordin, but we're waiting for Blake CD

Rediff.com24 May 2007

Raja Sen's take on 2007's American Idol.

When Kamala Harris Kissed On Stage

When Kamala Harris Kissed On Stage

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

On Election Day eve, November 7, Kamala Devi Harris was in her native California campaigning at a Get Out The Vote event on the UCLA campus.

Britain's men's Olympic 4x100 team told to return Tokyo silver

Britain's men's Olympic 4x100 team told to return Tokyo silver

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Britain's men's 4x100m relay team have been told to hand back their Tokyo 2020 silver medals after Chijindu Ujah's doping violation, the British Olympic Association (BOA) said on Thursday.

US banking turmoil: ADRs of Domestic Banks Impacted

US banking turmoil: ADRs of Domestic Banks Impacted

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Analysts say domestic banks' dependence on local depositors insulates them from the crisis.

Drunk Indian flier arrested for urinating on co-passenger on NY-Delhi flight

Drunk Indian flier arrested for urinating on co-passenger on NY-Delhi flight

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

An Indian man travelling from New York to Delhi in an American Airlines flight has been apprehended at the Delhi airport for allegedly urinating on his co-passenger, official sources said Monday.

Kipyegon smashes World mile record; Warholm sparkles

Kipyegon smashes World mile record; Warholm sparkles

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

Kenya's Faith Kipyegon shattered the women's mile World record, while compatriot Ferdinand Omanyala won the men's 100 metres in a photo finish at the Monaco Diamond League meeting on Friday.

LOL! Alia's Epic Reply To The Trolls

LOL! Alia's Epic Reply To The Trolls

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Still wondering why Alia Bhatt showed off an empty purse for the Gucci show? Read on for her response.

World No 1 in '92, Couples is oldest to make Masters cut

World No 1 in '92, Couples is oldest to make Masters cut

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

"Last year I played -- I was really almost a cripple, and I was popcorning it. This year I felt pretty good. So I got it within 20 yards of them a few times, which is good."