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Federer leads Swiss to doubles gold

Federer leads Swiss to doubles gold

Rediff.com16 Aug 2008

Switzerland's Roger Federer won the Olympic gold medal he craved on Saturday when he and partner Stanislas Wawrinka beat Swedes Simon Aspelin and Thomas Johansson 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 in the men's doubles final.

Jordin wins American Idol

Jordin wins American Idol

Rediff.com24 May 2007

Jordin is the youngest Idol winner so far.

Bhupathi-Eagle lose in quarters

Bhupathi-Eagle lose in quarters

Rediff.com21 Feb 2003

The scratch pair go down in straight sets in Memphis

Have you heard Suryakant Sawhney sing?

Have you heard Suryakant Sawhney sing?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Hindi lyrics are no bar to the global appeal of his music.

Federer, Borg team up for champions' clash

Federer, Borg team up for champions' clash

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

Bjorn Borg and Roger Federer will team up for the showdown of champions at the exhibition event on the BlackRock Tour of Champions.

Don't compare me to Bolt says Jamaica's latest sprint hope

Don't compare me to Bolt says Jamaica's latest sprint hope

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Akeem Bloomfield announced himself as the latest 'next big thing' from Jamaica

Federer brushes aside Kiefer in Halle

Federer brushes aside Kiefer in Halle

Rediff.com14 Jun 2008

World number one Roger Federer swept into the final of the Halle Open with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Nicolas Kiefer.

No tricks up Australian sleeves

No tricks up Australian sleeves

Rediff.com29 Aug 2007

The world's first sleeveless cricket top will give Ricky Ponting's side increased muscle support and comfort at all temperatures.

Serena felled, Sharapova survives

Serena felled, Sharapova survives

Rediff.com30 May 2008

The only former champion in the women's draw, Serena Williams, was ousted in the second round of the French Open.

Paes-Robredo in Hamburg quarters

Paes-Robredo in Hamburg quarters

Rediff.com14 May 2008

Leander Paes and Tommy Robredo held their nerves in the super-tie breaker to stun third seed Israeli duo of Jonathan Erlich and Andy Ram and book a quarterfinal berth in the Euro 2,270,000 Hamburg ATP Master Series event on Wednesday night.

Bhupathi-Knowles lose in Hamburg

Bhupathi-Knowles lose in Hamburg

Rediff.com13 May 2008

The Indo-Bahamian duo lost 2-6, 3-6 to the American pair of James Blake and Mardy Fish in the pre-quarter-finals. Leander Paes, the other Indian in the fray, and his new Spanish partner Tommy Robredo got a first round bye. They face the formidable third seeded Israeli duo of Jonathan Erlich and Andy Ram in the pre-quarter-finals.

Amy Winehouse arrested

Amy Winehouse arrested

Rediff.com19 Dec 2007

The beleaguered singer, who has been in the news for drug use, rehabilitation treatment and cancelled performances, was arrested on Tuesday night for perverting the course of justice.

Federer meets Davydenko in his first 2008 final

Federer meets Davydenko in his first 2008 final

Rediff.com20 Apr 2008

World number one Roger Federer recovered from a set down to beat unseeded German Denis Gremelmayr 2-6, 7-5, 6-1 on Saturday to reach his first final of the year at the Estoril Open. He will now face the number two seed Nikolay Davydenko of Russia, who beat France's Florent Serra 6-2, 6-2 in the other semi-final.

Roddick to lead US in Davis Cup final

Roddick to lead US in Davis Cup final

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

Andy Roddick will lead the United States against 2006 champions Russia in this month's Davis Cup final.

Why India's top gymnasts Dipa, Rakesh are unhappy

Why India's top gymnasts Dipa, Rakesh are unhappy

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

With uncertainty hovering over India's participation in next month's Artistic Gymnastic World Championship, top gymnasts Rakesh Patra and Dipa Karmakar feel not taking part in the competition will affect their preparations for the Tokyo Olympics.

Will these movies win an Oscar?

Will these movies win an Oscar?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Here's looking at some brilliant movies.

Bolt seals triple-triple as Jamaica win sprint relay; US disqualified

Bolt seals triple-triple as Jamaica win sprint relay; US disqualified

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

Usain Bolt secured a sweep of the three men's sprint titles for a third successive Olympics when Jamaica successfully defended their 4x100 meters relay title in 37.27 seconds on Friday.

Sehwag wants plane and train to be named after Dipa, Lalita!

Sehwag wants plane and train to be named after Dipa, Lalita!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Indian athletes have so far (Monday) not being able to win a single medal at Rio Olympics. But there are two performances- Dipa Karmaka's historic 4th place finish in Artistic Gymnastics and Lalita Babar finishing at a respectable 10th spot in 3000m Steeplechase- because these performances have come in events in which India had no significant performances in the past. Former cricketer Virender Sehwag, who has been active on social media, made a special request to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Independence Day to honour these two athletes.

The other desi who wowed everyone

The other desi who wowed everyone

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

An Internet sensation, Lilly Singh worked her charm on the red carpet.

Djokovic survives late nerves to make semis

Djokovic survives late nerves to make semis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2008

Novak Djokovic survived a late bout of nerves to beat Spanish fifth seed David Ferrer 6-0, 6-3, 7-5 on Wednesday and reach the Australian Open semi-finals. The Serbian third seed missed four match points and was broken when serving for victory but recovered to set up a semi-final against either world number one Roger Federer or American 12th seed James Blake.

Hewitt advances in Montreal

Hewitt advances in Montreal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2007

Lleyton Hewitt beat Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero 7-6, 6-4 in the first round of the Montreal Masters.

Lanka: US, Italian envoys hurt in artillery attack

Lanka: US, Italian envoys hurt in artillery attack

Rediff.com27 Feb 2007

The Italian ambassador Mariani had a head injury and was admitted to the Batticaloa hospital while the US envoy had minor injuries, doctors said.

Bolt wins 100m at World Championships

Bolt wins 100m at World Championships

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

Six-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt won the men's 100m at the World Athletics Championships, breezing home in 9.78 seconds in Moscow on Sunday night. Justin Gatlin of the United States was second in 9.85 seconds while and Nesta Carter of Jamaica was third in 9.95.

US wrap 4-1 win over Russia

US wrap 4-1 win over Russia

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

Igor Andreev earned Russia a consolation point by crushing doubles specialist Bob Bryan in the first reverse singles match before American No 2 James Blake beat Dmitry Tursunov in the final rubber.

Monday start for Henman, Federer

Monday start for Henman, Federer

Rediff.com25 Jun 2006

Roger Federer opens his title defence while Tim Henman starts another year of hope at Wimbledon on Monday.

US - Russia Davis Cup final in Portland

US - Russia Davis Cup final in Portland

Rediff.com27 Sep 2007

The Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Oregon, will host the November 30 - December 2 match.

US cruise past Sweden to enter Davis Cup final

US cruise past Sweden to enter Davis Cup final

Rediff.com24 Sep 2007

The United States won 4-1 and will host defending champions Russia in the final.

NBA: East rally to win record-setting All-Star game

NBA: East rally to win record-setting All-Star game

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

Kyrie Irving and Carmelo Anthony set aside the unrest with their respective teams and put on a dazzling show that vaulted the Eastern Conference to a 163-155 comeback win over the West in the highest scoring NBA All Star game ever on Sunday.

Can video games help you lose weight?

Can video games help you lose weight?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

In combination with fitness coaching and a step tracker, video games helped overweight children lose weight, lower their blood pressure and cholesterol.

Federer clinches 50th career title

Federer clinches 50th career title

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

Roger Federer raced to a 6-1, 6-4 victory over American James Blake to win the Cincinnati Masters.

Sweden in World Team Cup final

Sweden in World Team Cup final

Rediff.com22 May 2008

Three-time winners Sweden won a place in the final of the World Team Cup on Thursday after forging an unassailable 2-0 lead in their Red Group tie against the United States.

Los Angeles 2024 bid plays down concerns after Trump win

Los Angeles 2024 bid plays down concerns after Trump win

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Los Angeles, bidding to host the summer Games for a third time after 1932 and 1984, was seen as the front-runner in the race with Paris and Budapest until Trump's election this month.

UCLA shooter acted on his own, say cops

UCLA shooter acted on his own, say cops

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

"We have not been able to determine any trigger event that would lead to this or the murder of his wife," Captain William Hayes of the Los Angels Police Department said.

French win doubles to stay alive

French win doubles to stay alive

Rediff.com13 Apr 2008

Arnaud Clement and Michael Llodra kept France alive in their Davis Cup quarter-final against the United States on Saturday with an impressive 6-7, 7-5, 6-3, 6-4 win over Bob and Mike Bryan. The Americans will go into Sunday's reverse singles with a 2-1 lead but will be disappointed their top-ranked doubles duo did not close out the tie on day two of the tie.

Paes-Damm in Rome Masters quarters

Paes-Damm in Rome Masters quarters

Rediff.com11 May 2007

They are yet to play a match in the men's doubles event at the Rome Masters.

Japanese teen blazes into ATP final

Japanese teen blazes into ATP final

Rediff.com17 Feb 2008

Teenager Kei Nishikori became the first Japanese to reach an ATP final at the Delray Beach International.

Vote for your favourite February cover girl!

Vote for your favourite February cover girl!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

The second magazine issues of the year are out on stands and we want to know who your favourite cover girl is!

Why is everyone talking about #MeToo?

Why is everyone talking about #MeToo?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

Thousands of women are sharing their personal stories using the #MeToo hashtag.

A MUST read for all property sellers

A MUST read for all property sellers

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

Besides LTCG tax relief, permitting taxpayers to declare two houses as self-occupied brings a huge relief.