News for 'Grand Slam'

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Doubles is not a sideshow: Yuki Bhambri on re-invention and right support

Carlos Alcaraz's One Big Goal For 2026

Carlos Alcaraz's One Big Goal For 2026

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz said winning the Australian Open to complete the career Grand Slam is the main goal of his season.

Djokovic Thanks Doubters For Motivation After Epic Win Over Sinner

Djokovic Thanks Doubters For Motivation After Epic Win Over Sinner

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic said he had always believed he could still play at the top level of tennis and rounded on those who had tried to usher him into retirement after beating Jannik Sinner in the semifinals of the Australian Open on Friday.

Medvedev hopes for more chances to end Grand Slam drought

Medvedev hopes for more chances to end Grand Slam drought

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

After Sunday's thrashing Medvedev was left wondering if his best would have made any difference.

'No pressure playing a Grand Slam'

'No pressure playing a Grand Slam'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2005

'Playing Serena Williams was a great feeling, a great experience and a greater learning experience,' says India's latest heart-throb.

Djokovic battles Berrettini and history to claim 20th Grand Slam title

Djokovic battles Berrettini and history to claim 20th Grand Slam title

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

His third straight triumph at the All England Club also earned the Serbian a 20th Grand Slam title

Lopez and Lopez break Grand Slam duck in Paris

Lopez and Lopez break Grand Slam duck in Paris

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

Marc Lopez and Feliciano Lopez made Saturday in Paris a day to remember for Spain as they beat American twins Bob and Mike Bryan, the most successful doubles pairing in Grand Slam history, to win the French Open crown.

Winning Grand Slams is Sania's motivation after London Games

Winning Grand Slams is Sania's motivation after London Games

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

Winning an Olympic medal may remain an unfulfilled dream for Sania Mirza but the Indian tennis ace is not losing sleep over it and would continue to push her battle-hardened body to win one or two Grand Slam titles before ending her career.

American Fritz to headline $1 million MGM Slam in Las Vegas

American Fritz to headline $1 million MGM Slam in Las Vegas

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The event comes at a time when tennis is facing criticism over its relentless tour schedule.

Zverev left reeling after Grand Slam slips through his fingers

Zverev left reeling after Grand Slam slips through his fingers

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Alexander Zverev said the turning point in the four-hour thriller came when Thiem broke his serve for the first time in the third set, a break which reversed the momentum of the match.

McIlroy Confirmed for DP World India Championship Return

McIlroy Confirmed for DP World India Championship Return

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Rory McIlroy, the five-time Major winner, will participate in the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club for the second year running. Tommy Fleetwood has also confirmed his participation.

When Roland Garros embraced 'Open' Grand Slam

When Roland Garros embraced 'Open' Grand Slam

Rediff.com25 May 2018

The tournament marks the 50th anniversary of the first 'Open' Grand Slam event

Zeynep Sonmez feeds off Turkish support to advance at Aus Open

Zeynep Sonmez feeds off Turkish support to advance at Aus Open

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Backed by passionate Turkish fans, Zeynep Sonmez defeated Anna Bondar to reach the Australian Open third round and match her best Grand Slam run.

Why Djokovic exited Professional Tennis Players Association

Why Djokovic exited Professional Tennis Players Association

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic said he would step away completely from the Professional Tennis Players Association, citing concerns over transparency and governance within the organisation.

Dechy reaches first Grand Slam semi

Dechy reaches first Grand Slam semi

Rediff.com26 Jan 2005

The Frenchwoman won an epic battle with 12th seed Patty Schnyder 5-7, 6-1, 7-5 on Wednesday.

US Open PIX: Djokovic one win away from Grand Slam

US Open PIX: Djokovic one win away from Grand Slam

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Daniil Medvedev dominated Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-5, 6-2 on Friday to reach the US Open final courtesy of a dozen aces in just a little over two hours.

'New Two' roadblock for Djokovic at Australian Open

'New Two' roadblock for Djokovic at Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic, who is eyeing a record 25th Grand Slam title, looks likely to need to beat either Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz or both at the business end of the Australian Open.

US Open leading men cheering for a Serena Grand Slam

US Open leading men cheering for a Serena Grand Slam

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

Serena Williams is on the brink of the grandest achievement in tennis, the single season Grand Slam, and even the leading men at the US Open championships starting on Monday are cheering her on.

Alcaraz left spellbound by Federer's golf swing

Alcaraz left spellbound by Federer's golf swing

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'It's as beautiful as his tennis', Carlos Alcaraz reveals how Roger Federer's stylish golf swing impressed him during a friendly round in Melbourne at the Australian Open.

'No expectations': Swiatek plays down Slam milestone

'No expectations': Swiatek plays down Slam milestone

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Iga Swiatek has dismissed suggestions the career slam is driving her Australian Open campaign this year, with the world number two saying on Friday that she tries to block out outside noise and focus only on "grinding match by match".

Carlos Alcaraz routs Alex de Minaur; advances to first Australian Open semi-final

Carlos Alcaraz routs Alex de Minaur; advances to first Australian Open semi-final

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz charged into the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in his career with a dominant victory over local favourite Alex de Minaur.

Mertens, Sabalenka win first Grand Slam title at US Open

Mertens, Sabalenka win first Grand Slam title at US Open

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Mertens fell to the court and Sabalenka looked to the sky in disbelief before they embraced.

What Serena needs to do to aid her Grand Slam quest

What Serena needs to do to aid her Grand Slam quest

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Serena Williams plans to play fewer tournaments in the future to aid her quest to win more Grand Slam titles, according to her coach Patrick Mouratoglou.

Williams beats Wozniacki for 18th Grand Slam title

Williams beats Wozniacki for 18th Grand Slam title

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Top ranked Serena Williams won her third consecutive U.S. Open women's championship when she defeated Denmark's Caroline Wozniacki 6-3, 6-3 on Sunday.

In PHOTOS: Djokovic's rise ten years since Grand Slam debut

In PHOTOS: Djokovic's rise ten years since Grand Slam debut

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

A summary of Novak Djokovic's rise in the tennis circuit in photos.

After reclaiming No 1 spot, Alcaraz eyes elusive title

After reclaiming No 1 spot, Alcaraz eyes elusive title

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Carlos Alcaraz would rather win his first Australian Open than retain his French Open and US Open titles next year, the Spaniard said on Friday, a day after sealing the year-end world number one ranking at the ATP Finals.

Moya eyes second Grand Slam title

Moya eyes second Grand Slam title

Rediff.com29 Apr 2003

Carlos Moya is fit, in form and utterly convinced he is now a better all-round player than when he won the French Open as a fearless 21-year-old back in 1998

Sinner rues missed chances as Djokovic halts his AO reign

Sinner rues missed chances as Djokovic halts his AO reign

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Jannik Sinner admits the Australian Open semi-final loss to Novak Djokovic hurt, but says he was not surprised by the 10-time champion's level after a gripping five-set battle.

Murray focused on more Grand Slam success

Murray focused on more Grand Slam success

Rediff.com12 Jan 2013

Achieving a lifetime goal can leave some players content but may also blight their ambition. For Andy Murray, however, nothing could be further from the truth.

4 reasons why Kerber belongs in Grand Slam finals

4 reasons why Kerber belongs in Grand Slam finals

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Angelique Kerber feels vindicated that she now belongs at the upper echelons of the women's game after four years of consistency helped her into her first Grand Slam final at the Australian Open on Thursday.

Medvedev: 'I'm a bit too old. I'm not Next Gen anymore'

Medvedev: 'I'm a bit too old. I'm not Next Gen anymore'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Daniil Medvedev played down his Indian Wells semi-final win over Carlos Alcaraz, saying the Spaniard and Jannik Sinner remain on a different level from the rest of the ATP Tour.

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Miami Open due to a right shoulder injury.

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis.

38 and still hungry: Djokovic refuses to quit after AO heartbreak

38 and still hungry: Djokovic refuses to quit after AO heartbreak

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Novak Djokovic took encouragement from his run to the Australian Open final and pledged to keep fighting at the Grand Slams after Carlos Alcaraz again denied his bid for a record 25th major title.

PHOTOS: Osaka's Grand Slam dream proves a nightmare for Serena

PHOTOS: Osaka's Grand Slam dream proves a nightmare for Serena

Rediff.com9 Sep 2018

US Open champion Naomi Osaka grew up dreaming of competing against Serena Williams in a Grand Slam final but never would have dared to go as far as to think her idol would be reduced to tears in a drama-filled match.

PIX: Resolve, redemption & Rybakina's crowning moment!

PIX: Resolve, redemption & Rybakina's crowning moment!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

New Melbourne queen Rybakina happy to find highest level again

Veterans Wawrinka, Cilic roll back the years at Australian Open

Veterans Wawrinka, Cilic roll back the years at Australian Open

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'The only reason I come back is because of the love you (fans) give me'

Medvedev calls for ranking system rethink to ease burden on players

Medvedev calls for ranking system rethink to ease burden on players

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Daniil Medvedev has called for a streamlined ATP calendar with only Grand Slams and Masters 1000 tournaments offering ranking points, though the Russian concedes such reforms would be difficult to implement.

Sinner matches Djokovic's Masters winning streak at Italian Open

Sinner matches Djokovic's Masters winning streak at Italian Open

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Jannik Sinner equalled Novak Djokovic's all-time record of 31 Masters 1000 wins in a row after defeating Andrea Pellegrino at the Italian Open.

'Roger Federer can win 20 Grand Slams'

'Roger Federer can win 20 Grand Slams'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

Swiss world number two Roger Federer could extend his record grand slam tally to 20 if he remains fit and motivated, according to his coach Paul Annacone.