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Santina begin title defence in style; Bopanna wins

Santina begin title defence in style; Bopanna wins

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Rohan Bopanna and his Romanian partner Florin Mergea advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the rain-hit Wimbledon Championships after a straight set win over Andrej Martin and Hans Podlipnik-Castillo in London on Saturday. The sixth seeded Indo-Romanian pair faced early resistance from the Slovakian-Chile combination before prevailing 7-5 6-2 in the second round contest that lasted one hour and 17 minutes.

Exports fall 36% in May, trade deficit narrows to $3.15 bn

Exports fall 36% in May, trade deficit narrows to $3.15 bn

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Barring rice, spices, iron ore and pharmaceuticals, all the remaining 26 key sectors registered negative growth in May. Imports too plunged 51 per cent to $22.2 billion in May.

Serena to defend title at Australian Open?

Serena to defend title at Australian Open?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

'She wants to come back in 2018 and defend her title and she's in training now'

'Safe working environment is essential if press freedoms are to flourish'

'Safe working environment is essential if press freedoms are to flourish'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

'The newsroom in our profession is a relatively informal, free-spirited and hallowed space. It must be protected.' 'The Editors Guild extends its total support to all women journalists who suffered a disadvantage in their careers, physical or mental trauma, as a result of any sexual predation.'

Australian Open: Djokovic crushes Raonic, faces Wawrinka in semis

Australian Open: Djokovic crushes Raonic, faces Wawrinka in semis

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

World No 1 Novak Djokovic eased his way into the Australian Open semi-finals, brushing aside Canada's Milos Raonic with a 7-6(5), 6-4, 6-2 victory.

Did Prabhu's tweet on exports help markets, rupee recoup losses?

Did Prabhu's tweet on exports help markets, rupee recoup losses?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Export trade during August 2018 recorded at $27.84 billion, a positive growth of 19.21 per cent, tweeted Prabhu.

How the Tokyo Games might look in 2021

How the Tokyo Games might look in 2021

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

With neither partner seemingly willing to consider scrapping the event as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc globally, we consider the options available, and possible scenarios:

Indians at Wimbledon: Sania-Martina ease into third round; Paes out

Indians at Wimbledon: Sania-Martina ease into third round; Paes out

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Top seeds Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis breezed into the women's third round with a 6-3, 6-1 win over the Japanese pairing of Eri Hozumi and Miyu Kato at the Wimbledon championships on Sunday.

Chelsea's Lampard gets message across to players in Barca win

Chelsea's Lampard gets message across to players in Barca win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

'It has been good on pitch and off pitch,' Lampard said.

Kyrgios to meet Goffin in Japan Open final

Kyrgios to meet Goffin in Japan Open final

Rediff.com8 Oct 2016

Sixth seed Nick Kyrgios battered Gael Monfils 6-4 6-4 and David Goffin outlasted Marin Cilic 7-5, 6-4 on Saturday to advance to the Japan Open final in Tokyo.

Australian Open is special, it's like home, says Sania Mirza

Australian Open is special, it's like home, says Sania Mirza

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

"I would like to thank everyone for coming out and supporting us. For me Australian Open is special, it's like home. I have special memories here," says Sania Mirza.

Benzema, Ronaldo book Real's place in Club World Cup final

Benzema, Ronaldo book Real's place in Club World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Real will play Japanese champions Kashima Antlers in Sunday's final in Yokohama, looking to become world champions for the second time in three years and earn a record 21st international title.

Canada pulls out of 2020 Games as Japan, IOC consider postponement options

Canada pulls out of 2020 Games as Japan, IOC consider postponement options

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) and Paralympic Committee (CPC) said on Sunday that Team Canada will not participate in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in the summer of 2020 due to concerns about the outbreak of the coronavirus.

Dani Pedrosa wins Japanese MotoGP, Rossi extends title lead

Dani Pedrosa wins Japanese MotoGP, Rossi extends title lead

Rediff.com11 Oct 2015

Spain's Dani Pedrosa claimed the 50th Grand Prix win of his career on Sunday, taking victory in the Japanese MotoGP as runner-up Valentino Rossi extended his lead in the championship standings.

The inspiring story of a royal who will step down for love

The inspiring story of a royal who will step down for love

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Princess Mako's love story will make you believe in the power of love.

Sizzle in the sun: July was the HOTTEST month ever around the world

Sizzle in the sun: July was the HOTTEST month ever around the world

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

The average global temperature for July 2015 was the highest for any month since record keeping began in 1880, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.

Male presenter's 'twirl' request to Bouchard sparks controversy

Male presenter's 'twirl' request to Bouchard sparks controversy

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Canadian tennis ace Eugenie Bouchard was left surprised after a male presenter conducting her on-court interview made an unusual request by asking her to give them a twirl.

Bangladesh players go on strike before India tour, BCCI to 'wait and watch'

Bangladesh players go on strike before India tour, BCCI to 'wait and watch'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Indian Cricket Board feel that President-elect Sourav Ganguly's cordial relations with both players and officials in Bangladesh cricket might help in salvaging the situation.

How Nestle got Japan to drink Coffee

How Nestle got Japan to drink Coffee

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

Japan today imports 500,000 tons of coffee annually. Barely 60 years earlier, it was a market that hardly sold a cup! Ad guru Sandeep Goyal reveals how Nestle won the Coffee versus Tea Battle.

PHOTOS: Istomin stuns defending champ Djokovic in 2nd round at Aus Open

PHOTOS: Istomin stuns defending champ Djokovic in 2nd round at Aus Open

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

'I surprised myself also today'

Zidane deems video referrals 'confusing'

Zidane deems video referrals 'confusing'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Criticisms from all corners for FIFA's new video technology

Best PHOTOS from the Australian Open

Best PHOTOS from the Australian Open

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

From Rafael Nadal's shock exit in the first round to Novak Djokovic's clinical run. We bring you the highs and lows as the Australian Open moves into its business end.

Japan committed to hosting Olympics on schedule even as virus spreads

Japan committed to hosting Olympics on schedule even as virus spreads

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

Japan is preparing to host the Tokyo Summer Olympics as planned, the government's top spokesman said on Wednesday, amid speculation the Games could be postponed because of the coronavirus threat.

5 players who wowed us at the Australian Open

5 players who wowed us at the Australian Open

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

5 exceptional players who surprised us at Melbourne.

Coffee-fuelled Soares serves up 'double' treat at Australian Open

Coffee-fuelled Soares serves up 'double' treat at Australian Open

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Brazil's Bruno Soares, fuelled by numerous cups of coffee, produced a doubles double on Sunday when he and Russian partner Elena Vesnina won the Australian Open mixed doubles title on Rod Laver Arena.

Stop the clock: Japan awakes to reality of Tokyo Games postponement

Stop the clock: Japan awakes to reality of Tokyo Games postponement

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

On Wednesday the countdown had been replaced by the current date - "25-3" for March 25 in the days display - and the current time, after the International Olympic Committee decided to postpone the Games by one year.

Rainbow nation turns gold as Springboks lift World Cup

Rainbow nation turns gold as Springboks lift World Cup

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

It was a scene destined for posterity, and sporting showreels the world over, and one which prompted tears from South Africans on the field and off it.

Asiad gold medallist Swapna to get customised Adidas shoes

Asiad gold medallist Swapna to get customised Adidas shoes

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Asian Games gold-medallist Swapna Barman will have customised shoes for her 12-toed feet soon as the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has tied up with footwear company Adidas to ensure specially-designed gear for the heptathlete.

'India to open athletics account in Tokyo Olympics with 3 medals'

'India to open athletics account in Tokyo Olympics with 3 medals'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Neeraj has emerged as a truly a world class athlete and a bright prospect for Indian athletic's elusive medal in athletics.

'Hope people will now remember me for the heptathlon gold than my toes'

'Hope people will now remember me for the heptathlon gold than my toes'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Swapna Barman's claim to fame before landing in Jakarta was as the athlete with 12 toes but the 21-year-old will return home having forged a new identity after winning India's first Asian Games gold in the heptathlon.

Tokyo Games venues hit by construction delays

Tokyo Games venues hit by construction delays

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

Construction delays at two key Olympic venues could force Tokyo Games organisers into a reshuffle of test event schedules, the organising committee said.

F1: Mission impossible for Vettel as Hamilton nears fifth title

F1: Mission impossible for Vettel as Hamilton nears fifth title

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

The German's hopes of winning a fifth Formula One title this season moved away from slim and closer to non-existent at Suzuka.

Kuldeep Yadav: From wicket-less at Lord's to five-wickets at Rajkot

Kuldeep Yadav: From wicket-less at Lord's to five-wickets at Rajkot

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Kuldeep Yadav says his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket was a result of going back to the drawing board in his bid to improve as a red-ball bowler after being dropped from the Indian team during the England series.

One issue still clouding 2020 Olympic swimming venue...

One issue still clouding 2020 Olympic swimming venue...

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Tokyo 2020 organisers are determined to stage Olympic swimming events in the city centre Odaiba Marine Park venue despite continuing confusion over the water quality.

Postcards from Earth: The planet's most breathtaking locales

Postcards from Earth: The planet's most breathtaking locales

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

'The poetry of the earth is never dead,' John Keats once wrote. But when Keats wrote these lines, man had no way of reaching up to the hem of the sky and gaze down upon earth.

I have more points than Kohli to bag Khel Ratna, says Punia

I have more points than Kohli to bag Khel Ratna, says Punia

Rediff.com21 Sep 2018

Bajrang Punia met Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore and said he has been assured that his case will be looked into.

PIX: Wawrinka rallies to beat Medvedev; Thiem cruises

PIX: Wawrinka rallies to beat Medvedev; Thiem cruises

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

Former champion Stan Wawrinka battled past Russian fourth seed Daniil Medvedev in five sets to reach the Australian Open quarter-finals with a 6-2, 2-6, 4-6, 7-6(2), 6-2 victory. Fifth seed Dominic Thiem kept his flawless record against Gael Monfils intact with a trouble-free 6-2, 6-4, 6-4 victory on Monday to reach his maiden Australian Open quarter-final.

'Keep politics out of 2020 Tokyo Games'

'Keep politics out of 2020 Tokyo Games'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Olympic Games have seen both political protests by athletes in the past as well as boycotts of nations

Asiad athletics: Varakil, Sudha and Dharun win silver

Asiad athletics: Varakil, Sudha and Dharun win silver

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

India's Dharun Ayyasamy clinched a silver in men's 400m hurdles in national record time as athletics continued to swell India's medal tally in the Asian Games, in Jakarta, on Monday.