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PGA Tour & LIV announcement leaves the world of golf stunned!

PGA Tour & LIV announcement leaves the world of golf stunned!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

The world of golf was left stunned as the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and LIV circuit, who have been involved in a bitter fight, announced a shock agreement!

I have no reason to stay in athletics, says Bolt

I have no reason to stay in athletics, says Bolt

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

'I've just done everything I wanted to do in the sport'

Swimming champ Phelps is going to be a father!

Swimming champ Phelps is going to be a father!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

US swimming star Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, took to Instagram, on Wednesday, to share the news that he and fiance Nicole Johnson, a former Miss California USA, are expecting their first child.

EPL PIX: Big wins for City, Spurs; Forest stun Chelsea

EPL PIX: Big wins for City, Spurs; Forest stun Chelsea

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

A pick of just 10 watchable (a couple of them admittedly in the so-bad-it's-fun category) foreign films starring Bollywood stars in significant roles are available to watch on streaming platforms.

Uncertainty over Russian owner 'worrying' Chelsea

Uncertainty over Russian owner 'worrying' Chelsea

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Tuchel said he was aware of British lawmakers' discussions about Abramovich.

This World champ has a formula for 200-400m Olympic medal

This World champ has a formula for 200-400m Olympic medal

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Allyson Felix is honing in on her quest for a rare shot at gold in both the 200 and 400 metres at the Rio Olympics, tailoring her training to simulate the stress of her bid and leaning some who have achieved the feat.

OTT THIS WEEK: FUN! FUN! MAAZA!

OTT THIS WEEK: FUN! FUN! MAAZA!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Popcorn entertainment returns to your living rooms with quite a bang on OTT this week.

CA, Cummins receive flak over Langer departure

CA, Cummins receive flak over Langer departure

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Australia also won last year's Twenty20 World Cup for the first time under Langer but there have been reports of player discontent over his coaching style.

UK PM stable in ICU, remains in 'good spirits'

UK PM stable in ICU, remains in 'good spirits'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

Johnson spent the Monday night in the ICU at a London hospital in a move Downing Street said was a "precaution" should the British prime minister require ventilation to aid his recovery from COVID-19.

Underdogs don't give up, says Rishi Sunak's new campaign video

Underdogs don't give up, says Rishi Sunak's new campaign video

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The video shows the 42-year-old British Indian former minister interacting with voters and is also seen catching a quick power nap on a bench as a voiceover praises his efforts to "fight for every inch".

Jittery Aussies rattled after Kohli hit by bouncer

Jittery Aussies rattled after Kohli hit by bouncer

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Australia's nervous players rushed to check on India captain Virat Kohli after he was hit by a Mitchell Johnson bouncer on day three of the third Test in Adelaide.

World Athletics: What you must not miss tonight!

World Athletics: What you must not miss tonight!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Yes, people, it's Fab Friday as the Felix, Farah and Bolt show beckons! Usain Bolt starts his quest for a second world track gold in Moscow but American sprinting great Allyson Felix looks set to steal the limelight as she goes for a fourth world 200 metres title on Friday.

EPL PIX: Rampant Man City crush Arsenal; Chelsea fall at home

EPL PIX: Rampant Man City crush Arsenal; Chelsea fall at home

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Wednesday.

NBA round-up: 76ers snap Bucks' 16-game winning streak

NBA round-up: 76ers snap Bucks' 16-game winning streak

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Milwaukee led by 18 in the third quarter before Philadelphia used a 23-9 run to tie the game at 108 mid-way through the final period.

'Shoaib Akhtar was the fastest I have faced'

'Shoaib Akhtar was the fastest I have faced'

Rediff.com25 May 2021

'Shaun Tait, Mitchell Johnson, Brett Lee and Jason Gillespie were fast. But Shoaib Akhtar was the fastest.'

Felix to run 400m and relays at World Championships

Felix to run 400m and relays at World Championships

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

Olympic 200 metres gold medallist Allyson Felix has chosen to run the 400 metres at next month's world championships, her coach told Reuters on Wednesday.

Sports Shorts: Physicians group calls on members to reject IAAF regulations

Sports Shorts: Physicians group calls on members to reject IAAF regulations

Rediff.com3 May 2019

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

Jordan agrees to purchase Charlotte Bobcats

Jordan agrees to purchase Charlotte Bobcats

Rediff.com27 Feb 2010

Hall of Famer Michael Jordan has agreed to buy a controlling interest in the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, majority owner Bob Johnson said on Saturday. Johnson said further details would come from the NBA. Owners of the NBA's 29 other franchises must approve the sale.

Why Ashwin is the ICC Cricketer of the Year

Why Ashwin is the ICC Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Rajneesh Gupta explains the numbers that led to the world's cricket cognoscenti to vote Ravichandran Ashwin as the ICC Cricketer of the Year 2016 and the ICC Test Cricketer of the Year 2016.

The many faces at the women's march

The many faces at the women's march

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

Tens of thousands of activists braved cold temperatures at the third Women's March to show opposition to United States President Donald Trump, demanding an end to violence against women and push for equality. Rallies took place in cities such as New York, Los Angeles and Atlanta, with the main event in Washington, DC featuring a march from near the White House to the Trump International Hotel. As these women marched, here are some faces amongst the crowds and the reason behind their march.

UK records biggest single-day COVID-19 deaths of 381

UK records biggest single-day COVID-19 deaths of 381

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove said as part of exploring every avenue to slow the spread of the pandemic in the UK, tests are also being carried out on several drugs, including anti-malaria drugs, to establish their usefulness in curing COVID-19.

Ashes Preview: Australia relishing prospect of renewed pace assault at WACA

Ashes Preview: Australia relishing prospect of renewed pace assault at WACA

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

Australia captain Michael Clarke is licking his lips at the prospect of seeing how much damage his confident pace attack can wreak on a teetering England when the teams clash in the third Ashes Test in Perth.

PHOTOS: Bolt wins top honour at Laureus for record-equalling 4th time!

PHOTOS: Bolt wins top honour at Laureus for record-equalling 4th time!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

Images from the Laureus World Awards held in Monaco on Tuesday

PICS: Liverpool, Chelsea play out drab draw

PICS: Liverpool, Chelsea play out drab draw

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

Images from Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Bouncers could help players overcome Hughes's shock death, feels Lyon

Bouncers could help players overcome Hughes's shock death, feels Lyon

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

A Mitchell Johnson bouncer that struck India captain Virat Kohli on the helmet during the first Test on Thursday might actually help players get past the shock of Phillip Hughes's death, according to Australia spinner Nathan Lyon.

Tendulkar only Indian in Clarke's best Test XI

Tendulkar only Indian in Clarke's best Test XI

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Legendary spinner Shane Warne and South Africa's Dale Steyn have been named alongside one another by former Australian skipper Michael Clarke in his best ever Test side.

Modern athletes lack hunger, reckons legendary Mike Powell

Modern athletes lack hunger, reckons legendary Mike Powell

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

"There have always been good young talents out there but they don't have the same type of expectation and hunger that I had when I was competing," the legendary American athlete said.

It's a wrap! Bolt conquers, Farah delivers but too many empty seats

It's a wrap! Bolt conquers, Farah delivers but too many empty seats

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Usain Bolt delivered. Mo Farah, Elaine Thompson, David Rudisha, three world records and a dominant United States played their part too, as athletics enjoyed being back in the limelight.

F1 champion Hamilton knighted in New Year's honours list

F1 champion Hamilton knighted in New Year's honours list

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton was awarded a knighthood in the UK New Year's honours list published on Wednesday.

Thompson-Herah, Omanyala win Commonwealth Games 100m run

Thompson-Herah, Omanyala win Commonwealth Games 100m run

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Elaine Thompson-Herah, the only one of Jamaica's "Big Three" women to show up at the Commonwealth Games, was rewarded with the 100 metres gold medal on Wednesday, while Kenya's Ferdinand Omanyala powered to the men's title.

The world expects a Bolt of lightning

The world expects a Bolt of lightning

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

Usain Bolt is perhaps the only man who can salvage a dismal year for athletics with one final flash of lightning, says Dhruv Munjal.

Aus captain Clarke recuperates in time, fit to face India in 1st Test

Aus captain Clarke recuperates in time, fit to face India in 1st Test

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Australia captain Michael Clarke is fit to lead the side into the first Test against India on Tuesday and his return is a "huge boost" for the hosts, fast bowler Mitchell Johnson said.

'Man of the Series, who would have thought? Except me and Mitch'

'Man of the Series, who would have thought? Except me and Mitch'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2014

Australia captain Michael Clarke paid fulsome tribute to Mitchell Johnson for his part in the 5-0 Ashes sweep on Sunday, saying nobody could ever again doubt the paceman's character.

Australia squad unchanged for Perth Test

Australia squad unchanged for Perth Test

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Australia will take the same 12-man squad to Perth for the third Ashes Test this week after humbling England by 218 runs to win the second match in Adelaide on Monday.

When Gatlin was second best again...

When Gatlin was second best again...

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

After two decisive defeats at the hands of Usain Bolt in the space of five days, Justin Gatlin is showing the strain.

When Shastri sledged the Aussies...

When Shastri sledged the Aussies...

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Rajneesh Gupta picks fun sledging through the decades.

Nations League: France lose; Netherlands, Croatia win

Nations League: France lose; Netherlands, Croatia win

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Glimpses from Sunday's Nations League matches.

'We're looking forward to beating England in their own conditions'

'We're looking forward to beating England in their own conditions'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Australia last won an Ashes series in England in 2001 and captain Michael Clarke is expecting five hard Tests.

Bolt, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce complete hat-tricks as Jamaica sweep sprint events

Bolt, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce complete hat-tricks as Jamaica sweep sprint events

Rediff.com18 Aug 2013

Usain Bolt, already enshrined as one of the greatest Olympians of all time, became the most successful athlete in world championship history. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce also completed the hat-trick.