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Federer is Federer, can win 18th Slam, says Ivanisevic

Federer is Federer, can win 18th Slam, says Ivanisevic

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Roger Federer hasn't won a Grand Slam title since winning Wimbledon in 2012, but is still good enough to add to his record tally of 17 major triumphs, feels former Wimbledon champions Goran Ivanisevic.

Cilic marries long-time girlfriend in private ceremony

Cilic marries long-time girlfriend in private ceremony

Rediff.com1 May 2018

The wedding invites were sent to 400 guests, among them was Cilic's former coach Goran Ivanisevic.

Djokovic targets peak form at French Open

Djokovic targets peak form at French Open

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Novak Djokovic said he is building up to hit top form for his French Open title defence.

'No Mean Feat': Tendulkar hails Novak Djokovic

'No Mean Feat': Tendulkar hails Novak Djokovic

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

'He's a bit of God, I'm not gonna lie'

Djokovic not at fault, says Manchester United's Matic

Djokovic not at fault, says Manchester United's Matic

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic has defended his Serbian compatriot Novak Djokovic for hosting the ill-fated Adria Tour where a number of players, including the world number one, tested positive for COVID-19. Djokovic was criticised for hosting the tennis tournament amid a pandemic after his coach Goran Ivanisevic and players Grigor Dimitrov, Borna Coric and Viktor Troicki returned positive tests over the two legs in Serbia and Croatia.

Can anyone stop Aryna Sabalenka?

Can anyone stop Aryna Sabalenka?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Aryna Sabalenka is the red-hot favourite at Melbourne Park, where another victory would give her a fourth major title and widen the gap in the rankings to Poland's Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff of the United States.

'Bartoli will regret this decision when Wimbledon comes'

'Bartoli will regret this decision when Wimbledon comes'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Former top tennis players Goran Ivanisevic and Guy Forget have urged Marion Bartoli to reconsider her shock decision to retire from the sport, saying the Wimbledon champion would regret missing out on many great moments.

Federer gets tough Wimbledon draw

Federer gets tough Wimbledon draw

Rediff.com17 Jun 2004

The defending champion is on collision course with Lleyton Hewitt, the man whose title he took.

Fans slam Djokovic after COVID-19 debacle

Fans slam Djokovic after COVID-19 debacle

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Goran Ivanisevic, Djokovic's coach, was greeted with jeers from fans when he broke the news courtside.

Croatia down Switzerland to win Hopman Cup

Croatia down Switzerland to win Hopman Cup

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Croatia became the first team to win the mixed-gender team competition following the tournament's return to the tennis calendar after a four-year absence.

Croatia 2-1 up against U.S

Croatia 2-1 up against U.S

Rediff.com9 Feb 2003

Goran Ivanisevic and Ivan Ljubicic rallied from two sets down to beat James Blake and Mardy Fish in the doubles, in the Davis Cup first-round tie.\n\n

Aus Open PIX: Sinner battles into last eight; Monfils retires

Aus Open PIX: Sinner battles into last eight; Monfils retires

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Jannik Sinner overcame a debilitating medical episode as well as Dane Holger Rune to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open for the third time.

Djokovic won Aus Open with 3cm hamstring tear

Djokovic won Aus Open with 3cm hamstring tear

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

Djokovic's coach Goran Ivanisevic said after the final that the world number one battled the injury

Where is the proof of match-fixing?

Where is the proof of match-fixing?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Former Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic says players are being hounded like 'serial killers' and demanded proof of the match-fixing allegations that have rocked the sport at the Australian Open.

Golden Slam in the bag, Djokovic eyes record 25th Major at US Open

Golden Slam in the bag, Djokovic eyes record 25th Major at US Open

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Daniil Medvedev, the 2021 champion, will need to shake off a run of poor form if he is to mount a challenge.

US Open champion Cilic joins UAE Royals in Bhupathi's tennis league

US Open champion Cilic joins UAE Royals in Bhupathi's tennis league

Rediff.com19 Oct 2014

Reigning US Open champion and World No. 9 Marin Cilic will represent the UAE Royals, the Dubai based franchise in the inaugural edition of the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL).

'Sania needs to put in that extra effort'

'Sania needs to put in that extra effort'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2008

Legendary tennis coach Bob Brett says Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza must work on her fitness to become a top-20 player.

Grand Slam bosses, IMTA to talk

Grand Slam bosses, IMTA to talk

Rediff.com3 Jun 2003

The ATP will meet with the breakaway tennis players' union to thrash out the future of the sport.

Best laid to rest on French clay

Best laid to rest on French clay

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

The red clay at Roland Garros might have witnessed the triumph of some of the greatest names in the game but it also had to endure the agony of others being the bridesmaid year after year.

Safin enters chamber of horrors

Safin enters chamber of horrors

Rediff.com17 Jun 2005

Agassi, Bovina pull out due to injury

Agassi, Bovina pull out due to injury

Rediff.com15 Jun 2005

Agassi said in a statement that it was a regrettable decision and he would miss playing in the tournament.

Sampras leads long list of absentees

Sampras leads long list of absentees

Rediff.com21 Jun 2003

For the first time in 15 years the seven-time Wimbledon champion will not be walking through the All England Club gates.

Ljubicic key to Davis Cup final

Ljubicic key to Davis Cup final

Rediff.com29 Nov 2005

Agassi, Philippoussis shocked

Agassi, Philippoussis shocked

Rediff.com9 Jun 2004

Both lost in the opening round of the at the Stella Artois Championships.

Ruthless Coria routs Enqvist

Ruthless Coria routs Enqvist

Rediff.com20 Apr 2004

Crowd favourites Goran Ivanisevic and Gustavo Kuerten also lost in the first round of the Monte Carlo Masters.

Agassi to retire after US Open

Agassi to retire after US Open

Rediff.com24 Jun 2006

Andre Agassi said on Saturday he would retire from tennis after this year's US Open.

Djokovic can win 25 Grand Slams, says McEnroe

Djokovic can win 25 Grand Slams, says McEnroe

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Novak Djokovic's ability to play his best tennis under pressure can help him win at least five more Grand Slam titles, John McEnroe said after the World No.1 tied Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal's record with his 20th major at Wimbledon on Sunday.

Richard Krajicek in fine form

Richard Krajicek in fine form

Rediff.com10 Jun 2003

Ancic delivers Davis Cup for ecstatic Croatia

Ancic delivers Davis Cup for ecstatic Croatia

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

Mario Ancic beat Slovakia's Michal Mertinak to claim a 3-2 victory for Croatia in the Davis Cup final.

Safin's chances green at Wimbledon

Safin's chances green at Wimbledon

Rediff.com13 Jun 2005

Wimbledon: Past men's champions

Wimbledon: Past men's champions

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

List of Wimbledon men's singles champions since 1922.

Sports Shorts: Ivanisevic headlines Hall of Fame nominations

Sports Shorts: Ivanisevic headlines Hall of Fame nominations

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

'A big country like India needs a top 10-ranked tennis player'

'A big country like India needs a top 10-ranked tennis player'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Former Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic has said India can't forever sit on the laurels of greats like Leander Paes and it must have a top-10 singles player for tennis to thrive in the country.

UAE beat Manila in humdinger to jump to second spot in IPTL

UAE beat Manila in humdinger to jump to second spot in IPTL

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

UAE Royals returned to winning ways by posting a thrilling 26-21 victory over Manila Mavericks on Day 2 of the Singapore leg of the International Premier Tennis League.

Indian Aces crowned champions of inaugural IPTL

Indian Aces crowned champions of inaugural IPTL

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

Novak Djokovic beat Gael Monfils as inaugural champions Micromax Indian Aces signed off their IPTL campaign with a 15-29 defeat against Musafir.com UAE Royals in Dubai on Saturday.

Djokovic splits with long-time coach Vajda

Djokovic splits with long-time coach Vajda

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Novak Djokovic split with his long-time coach Marian Vajda at the end of the 2021 season, ending one of tennis's most enduring and successful partnerships, the Serbian former world number one said.

Ivanovic, Monfils lift Indian Aces to thrilling win over Mavericks in IPTL

Ivanovic, Monfils lift Indian Aces to thrilling win over Mavericks in IPTL

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

Ana Ivanovic and Gael Monfils led the way for Indian Aces as they edged out Manila Mavericks 26-25 in a thrilling encounter in the India leg of the International Premier Tennis League.

Djokovic cements status in GOAT debate

Djokovic cements status in GOAT debate

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic's steady progress in the last few seasons is a testament to his mental strength and physical conditioning.

Mektic-Pavic first all-Croatian pair to triumph at Wimbledon

Mektic-Pavic first all-Croatian pair to triumph at Wimbledon

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Top seeds Nikola Mektic and Mate Pavic became the first all-Croatian pair to capture a Grand Slam men's doubles title when they outclassed Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos 6-4, 7-6(5), 2-6, 7-5 at Wimbledon on Saturday.

When Cilic aced Federer and handed him a 'tennis lesson'

When Cilic aced Federer and handed him a 'tennis lesson'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2014

Marin Cilic handed Roger Federer "a tennis lesson" in the semi-finals of the U.S. Open on Saturday, his coach Goran Ivanisevic said.