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'Golf in India will EXPLODE if Anirban wins in Rio'

'Golf in India will EXPLODE if Anirban wins in Rio'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Lauding India's presence in the world of golf, Tiger Woods today said that Anirban Lahiri can make the game 'explode' in the Indian market by winning a medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Maxwell hospitalised following late-night party

Maxwell hospitalised following late-night party

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

He was, however, discharged from the hospital after a short stay and is back to training.

Bips, Shilpa: Gaga over golf

Bips, Shilpa: Gaga over golf

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

The two actresses were among six celebrities invited to the Qatar Masters Golf Tournament in Doha.

Salt reckons KKR got rub of the green; technology always a good thing

Salt reckons KKR got rub of the green; technology always a good thing

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

KKR fielding coach Ryan Ten Doeschate, a member of their 2014 IPL title winning team under Gautam Gambhir, credited Narine's transformation to the former skipper who is now the mentor of the side.

Sneak peek: The 7th generation Volkswagen Golf

Sneak peek: The 7th generation Volkswagen Golf

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Now, it's time for the seventh generation version - the newest, most-loaded and perhaps the best Golf made yet.

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.

Annika Sorenstam to quit golf

Annika Sorenstam to quit golf

Rediff.com14 May 2008

Sweden's Annika Sorenstam, who has dominated women's golf for a decade, said on Tuesday she would quit competition at the end of this year.

IOA seeks Govt help for popularising golf

IOA seeks Govt help for popularising golf

Rediff.com14 Nov 2009

Golf's inclusion in the 2016 Olympics, has prompted the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to seek government help for making the sport popular and enhance the country's chances of winning a medal in Rio de Janeiro.

Dream debut for Shubhankar at World Golf Championships

Dream debut for Shubhankar at World Golf Championships

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

The 21-year-old Indian golfer fired a sizzling six-under 65 to grab the tied second place after the opening round in Mexico City.

Warne remembered by golf partner after Alfred Dunhill win

Warne remembered by golf partner after Alfred Dunhill win

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

'Obviously I was pretty nervy the last three holes. I didn't hit very good shots, to be honest, down the 16th, 17th and 18th. He was definitely helping out.'

In a first, Obama playing golf with Tiger Woods

In a first, Obama playing golf with Tiger Woods

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

President Barack Obama had an intimidating partner for a round of golf on Sunday -- Tiger Woods, the World's No. 2 ranked player, according to a report.

India enter the Golf World Cup

India enter the Golf World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2005

Jyoti Randhawa and Arjun Atwal created history by earning a direct spot for India in the World Cup

RIL inks pact with Oberoi to co-manage 3 hospitality projects

RIL inks pact with Oberoi to co-manage 3 hospitality projects

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Reliance Industries in collaboration with The Oberoi Hotels and Resorts will co-manage three iconic hospitality projects which include Anant Vilas in Mumbai and Stoke Park in the UK, the company said on Thursday. The arrangement between the two companies also includes management of another planned project in Gujarat. "Reliance Industries...has entered into an understanding with The Oberoi Hotels and Resorts (Oberoi) to jointly manage three properties across India and the UK.

Longer course for Indian Open golf

Longer course for Indian Open golf

Rediff.com29 Sep 2007

The Delhi Golf Club course has stretched beyond the 7,000-yard mark. A series of changes on three of the crucial holes, including two par-4s, has taken it to 7014 yards.

Golf makes subdued return with moment of silence

Golf makes subdued return with moment of silence

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

With no spectators allowed on the course it was a solemn scene as golfers and their caddies, heads bowed, stood silently on greens, tees, fairways and the practice range.

Here's why McIlroy will think twice before golfing with Trump again

Here's why McIlroy will think twice before golfing with Trump again

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Rory McIlroy received plenty of criticism for golfing with US President Donald Trump this year and on Tuesday the Northern Irishman said he would "think twice" before accepting a second invitation.

When President Trump played golf with Rory McIlroy

When President Trump played golf with Rory McIlroy

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

World number three Rory McIlroy, eyeing a comeback next week from injury, continued his tune-up with a round with US President Donald Trump in south Florida on Sunday, it was reported.

Saudi doesn't need me to wash its image: Nadal

Saudi doesn't need me to wash its image: Nadal

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Nadal aims to play at French Open, Olympics

Chowrasia wins Tata Open golf

Chowrasia wins Tata Open golf

Rediff.com10 Nov 2006

When A Golfer Lost His Bags...

When A Golfer Lost His Bags...

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Top golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar lodged a complaint against Emirates Airlines for delaying his bags, which he said affected his game. Jehangir Gai tells us what happened next.

India win SAARC golf championship

India win SAARC golf championship

Rediff.com9 May 2005

India edged out defending champions Pakistan in a thrilling final round in Sri Lanka.

All roads lead to Paris in 2024

All roads lead to Paris in 2024

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Paris is, and will continue to be, dogged by the usual gripes about staging the greatest show on earth.

Golf, rugby return to Olympics?

Golf, rugby return to Olympics?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2004

Snoop Dogg on a mission in Augusta to make golf cool

Snoop Dogg on a mission in Augusta to make golf cool

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

Rapper Snoop Dogg this week said that while the US Masters may be the most prestigious tournament in golf, it suffers from a coolness deficit, something he plans to change when he brings his brand of "hip hop flavor" to the staid tournament.

Jadeja wins Legend's Cup Golf

Jadeja wins Legend's Cup Golf

Rediff.com21 Nov 2004

Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev finished second in the Legends Cup Golf tournament at the Classic Golf Resort.

Check out golf hero Shubhankar's 'Major' plans for 2018

Check out golf hero Shubhankar's 'Major' plans for 2018

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Realising that a 'taxing' calendar can drain you completely, rising Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma is now focussing on improving his mental toughness ahead of the new season, during which he is set to make his Major debut.

Kapil Dev wins golf tournament

Kapil Dev wins golf tournament

Rediff.com29 Feb 2004

The former India cricket captain emerged as the overall winner of the first annual CII Golf tournament.

Olympics Golf: Lahiri slips on weather-hit second day, lies 20th

Olympics Golf: Lahiri slips on weather-hit second day, lies 20th

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

India's golfer Anirban Lahiri endured an erratic day at the course and was even-par after 16 holes in second round of the Tokyo Olympics, which was suspended due to persistent thunderstorms over the east course of the Kasumigaseki Country Club in Tokyo on Friday.

Thailand golf: Westwood shoots 60 to lead

Thailand golf: Westwood shoots 60 to lead

Rediff.com15 Dec 2011

World No.3 Lee Westwood flirted with membership of golf's exclusive 59 club when he produced a sparkling 12-under-par round of 60 to open up a big lead in the Thailand Golf Championships on Thursday.

Want To Buy A Bungalow For Rs 325 Crore?

Want To Buy A Bungalow For Rs 325 Crore?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Enquiries indicate it belongs to an industrialist with links to a prominent cricketer.

Swansea player breaks leg in golf buggy crash

Swansea player breaks leg in golf buggy crash

Rediff.com29 Aug 2011

Swansea City defender Alan Tate has broken his leg after a 'bizarre golfing accident', the Premier League newcomers said on Sunday.

Lalithakumara wins Indian amateur golf title

Lalithakumara wins Indian amateur golf title

Rediff.com16 Feb 2004

The Sri Lankan turned in a dominating performance to demolish promising South African Matthew Kent in the final of the 103rd All-India Amateur Golf Championship.

Golf: Jeev breaks into top 50

Golf: Jeev breaks into top 50

Rediff.com17 Nov 2008

Milkha Singh is back among the elites again with the latest world golf rankings putting the Indian pro on the 46th place after his sensational triumph at the Singapore Open. Jeev claimed a thrilling one-stroke victory over multiple Major winners Padraig Harrington and Ernie Els at the Singapore Open on the Asian Tour at Sentosa Golf Club's Serapong course on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Anti-Trump protests staged at US Women's Open golf

PHOTOS: Anti-Trump protests staged at US Women's Open golf

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

There had been calls for moving the tournament, which was awarded to Trump National in 2012 long before he officially entered politics, by women's groups angered by his campaign rhetoric and behavior they found to be misogynistic.

Indian Open golf promises keen fare

Indian Open golf promises keen fare

Rediff.com24 Mar 2004

156 golfers, including 50 Indians, wil battle it out for prize-money worth Rs. 13.80 at the Delhi Golf Club.\n\n

Jeev to tee with Jumeirah Golf Estates

Jeev to tee with Jumeirah Golf Estates

Rediff.com2 Apr 2008

The top Indian golfer bagged a six-figure sponsorship deal with Jumeirah Golf Estates, host venue for the Dubai World Championship from 2009.

Teen golf sensation Aditi Ashok makes waves in breakthrough year

Teen golf sensation Aditi Ashok makes waves in breakthrough year

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Eighteen-year-old Aditi Ashok was the brightest star on the country's golfing circuit this year and was fittingly named the Ladies European Tour's Rookie of the Year for becoming the first Indian to win two back-to-back titles in her first year on the tour. Here is a look back at how India's golfers fared in 2016

Tiger Woods accused of sexual harassment by ex-girlfriend

Tiger Woods accused of sexual harassment by ex-girlfriend

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Erica and Woods have been in an ongoing legal battle for several months. In October 2022, she filed a lawsuit against a trust set up for his residence. Erica said that she had a verbal agreement to live at the estate for five years but she was kicked and locked out of the home.

When I Met India's First Miss World

When I Met India's First Miss World

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Miss World 2024 will be crowned in India soon. Long before Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra, Yukta Mukhey and Diana Hayden, a beautiful woman from Bombay was crowned Miss World. In 1966. Reita Faria was India's first Miss World. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/ Rediff.com met the 80 year old in Dublin recently, still as elegant, still as attractive as she was all those years ago.

Mukesh Kumar wins HT Pro golf

Mukesh Kumar wins HT Pro golf

Rediff.com31 Oct 2003

He pipped Kollkata pro Rahil Gangjee by a solitary stroke to win his second title of the season.