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MLS Kicks Off Pivotal Season With Messi, Son In Spotlight

MLS Kicks Off Pivotal Season With Messi, Son In Spotlight

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

MLS begins a transformative season with Lionel Messi, Son Heung-min and record transfers as North America prepares to host the World Cup.

Sabalenka stunned as Baptiste saves 6 match points at Madrid Open

Sabalenka stunned as Baptiste saves 6 match points at Madrid Open

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

World number one Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock defeat by Hailey Baptiste at the Madrid Open, with the American saving six match points to reach the semi-finals.

Sinner makes history, wins 5th straight Masters

Sinner makes history, wins 5th straight Masters

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Jannik Sinner, the world number one, showcased his dominance by defeating Alexander Zverev in straight sets to win the Madrid Open, marking his fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.

Lewis Hamilton silences retirement rumours in style

Lewis Hamilton silences retirement rumours in style

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Lewis Hamilton dismisses retirement speculation, confirming his commitment to Ferrari with a contract extending to 2027. He also shared his support for Arsenal's Premier League title win, while other drivers discussed their football allegiances ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix.

Sinner beats Alcaraz to reclaim World No 1 spot

Sinner beats Alcaraz to reclaim World No 1 spot

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the Monte Carlo Masters final, regaining the world number one ranking.

FIFA under fire as 2026 World Cup heat risk grows

FIFA under fire as 2026 World Cup heat risk grows

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Football's global players' union has renewed concerns about the potential impact of heat on the 2026 World Cup, following a scientific analysis indicating a high likelihood of dangerous temperatures for both players and fans.

PIX: Messi falls just short as Al-Ahly hold Inter Miami

PIX: Messi falls just short as Al-Ahly hold Inter Miami

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Lionel Messi drew vast crowds and showed flashes of his brilliance when his Inter Miami side were held to a goalless draw by African giants Al-Ahly as the revamped Club World Cup got off to a festive start on Saturday.

'Welcome to the White House': US President Donald Trump Celebrates Lionel Messi

'Welcome to the White House': US President Donald Trump Celebrates Lionel Messi

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

US President Donald Trump welcomed Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami team to the White House on Thursday as he boasted about the United States' ongoing operation in Iran.

Messi's Inter Miami is smashing TV records at Club World Cup

Messi's Inter Miami is smashing TV records at Club World Cup

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Lionel Messi, arguably the most recognizable player in the Club World Cup, is steering viewership to his underdog team.

Sinner disposes of Jodar to reach Madrid Open semi-finals

Sinner disposes of Jodar to reach Madrid Open semi-finals

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Jannik Sinner defeated Rafael Jodar in the Madrid Open quarter-finals, securing his spot in the semi-finals and becoming the sixth player to reach the semi-finals of all nine ATP 1000 Masters tournaments.

Venus Williams sets sight on French Open after clay comeback

Venus Williams sets sight on French Open after clay comeback

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Venus Williams expresses her desire to participate in the French Open after competing on clay for the first time in five years at the Madrid Open, where she lost in the first round.

It's Action! Action! Action! On OTT This Week

It's Action! Action! Action! On OTT This Week

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Pump up the adrenalin in an action packed OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists your options.

Trump claims he threatened India, Pakistan with 250% tariff to stop war

Trump claims he threatened India, Pakistan with 250% tariff to stop war

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Former US President Donald Trump claimed he stopped a war between India and Pakistan and expressed his desire to be remembered as a great peacemaker.

Sinner one win away from fifth straight Masters crown

Sinner one win away from fifth straight Masters crown

Rediff.com2 May 2026

World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the Madrid Open final with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Arthur Fils on Friday, keeping alive his bid for a record fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.

Formula One embraces AI revolution as teams chase competitive edge

Formula One embraces AI revolution as teams chase competitive edge

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming Formula One, with teams like Williams and Red Bull using AI for race strategy, data analysis and operations as tech partnerships and sponsorship revenues surge.

Naomi Osaka torn between tennis and motherhood

Naomi Osaka torn between tennis and motherhood

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Naomi Osaka is re-evaluating her tennis schedule to balance her career with motherhood after a recent loss, highlighting the challenges of returning to professional sports after having a child.

Injured Alcaraz pulls out of Madrid Open for second straight year

Injured Alcaraz pulls out of Madrid Open for second straight year

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Madrid Open for the second year in a row due to a wrist injury, impacting his preparations for the French Open.

Rudd blown away by little known Blockx; Milestone for Zverev

Rudd blown away by little known Blockx; Milestone for Zverev

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Blockx converts late Madrid call-up into breakthrough semi-final run even as Zeverev joins Federer, Nadal in elite list.

New coach, new hope: Iga Swiatek eyes clay revival

New coach, new hope: Iga Swiatek eyes clay revival

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Iga Swiatek has hired Francisco Roig, formerly with Rafael Nadal, as her new coach to improve her performance on clay courts, starting at the Stuttgart Open.

Will hit Iran 'twenty times harder' if...: Trump

Will hit Iran 'twenty times harder' if...: Trump

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

United States President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, asserting that any attempt to impede the transit of petroleum through the Strait of Hormuz would be met with massive military retaliation.

Iran gives fresh proposal as Trump 'still not satisfied'

Iran gives fresh proposal as Trump 'still not satisfied'

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Iran has presented a multi-layered proposal to the US in an attempt to break the deadlock in peace talks, focusing on de-escalation and nuclear programme discussions.

Alcaraz eyes No 1 as Sinner skips Barcelona

Alcaraz eyes No 1 as Sinner skips Barcelona

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Carlos Alcaraz is aiming to reclaim the world number one ranking from Jannik Sinner at the Barcelona Open, focusing on improvement and using their rivalry as motivation.

Venezuela Wins First World Baseball Classic: How National Pride Powered The Upset Over US

Venezuela Wins First World Baseball Classic: How National Pride Powered The Upset Over US

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Venezuela defeated the United States 3-2 to win its first World Baseball Classic title, showcasing team unity and national pride.

PIX: PSG crush Messi's Miami in Club World Cup; Bayern tame Flamengo

PIX: PSG crush Messi's Miami in Club World Cup; Bayern tame Flamengo

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Joao Neves scored twice as Paris St Germain swept aside Lionel Messi's Inter Miami 4-0 at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium to secure their place in the Club World Cup quarter-finals.

Naomi Osaka survives scare in Miami

Naomi Osaka survives scare in Miami

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Osaka dropped the first set and trailed 4-2 in the second against the tournament qualifier before finding her rhythm in front of a supportive crowd on a sunny day in South Florida.

New dad Verstappen powers to Miami F1 GP pole

New dad Verstappen powers to Miami F1 GP pole

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Days after the Red Bull driver and partner Kelly Piquet welcomed daughter Lily, his first child, the four-times champion set a blistering lap of one minute 26.204 seconds around the Hard Rock Stadium.

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Max Verstappen Hints at Shock F1 Retirement Amid Growing Frustration

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement after a frustrating start to the season, saying all options are open despite his Red Bull contract till 2028.

Lego teams up with Messi, Ronaldo for FIFA World Cup 2026

Lego teams up with Messi, Ronaldo for FIFA World Cup 2026

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Lego is collaborating with football stars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr. to release new sets ahead of the 2026 World Cup, featuring letter-shaped designs, display models, and a 3D wall art piece of Messi.

Messi eyes club ownership after hanging up boots

Messi eyes club ownership after hanging up boots

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Lionel Messi eyes owning a club after playing days are done

'Could take out Iran in one day': Trump issues stern warning to Tehran

'Could take out Iran in one day': Trump issues stern warning to Tehran

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

US President Donald Trump on Sunday expressed confidence that Tehran would eventually concede to American demands, while simultaneously issuing a stern warning regarding the potential for total military devastation.

Top seeds Zverev, Sabalenka advance at Miami Open

Top seeds Zverev, Sabalenka advance at Miami Open

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka reached the last 16 at the Miami Open when Elena-Gabriela Ruse retired injured on Saturday, while men's top seed Alexander Zverev beat Jacob Fearnley 6-2, 6-4 to reach the third round.

Messi strikes as Inter Miami advance in Champions Cup

Messi strikes as Inter Miami advance in Champions Cup

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Lionel Messi led Inter Miami's charge in a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City in the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup's first round at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Tuesday.

Heartbreak for Yuki Bhambri In Indian Wells Doubles Semi-Final

Heartbreak for Yuki Bhambri In Indian Wells Doubles Semi-Final

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson's impressive run at the Indian Wells Masters came to an end after a semi-final loss to Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot.

Miami Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev stunned; easy for Djokovic

Miami Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev stunned; easy for Djokovic

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Russian seventh seed Daniil Medvedev, the 2023 Miami champion who arrived this year fresh off a run to the Indian Wells semi-finals, crashed out at the first hurdle as he fell 6-2, 6-3 to Spaniard Jaume Munar.

'Not an accident': Trump calls Hormuz 'Strait of Trump'

'Not an accident': Trump calls Hormuz 'Strait of Trump'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

US President Donald Trump jokingly referred to the Strait of Hormuz as the 'Strait of Trump' while discussing ongoing negotiations with Iran, adding that Iran was under pressure and willing to negotiate.

Serena Williams certain to make comeback, says former coach Rick Macci

Serena Williams certain to make comeback, says former coach Rick Macci

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Serena Williams' former coach Rick Macci believes the tennis star is preparing for a comeback to competitive tennis, despite her previous statements about 'evolving away' from the sport.

Chinese Grand Prix: Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli youngest pole-sitter in F1 history

Chinese Grand Prix: Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli youngest pole-sitter in F1 history

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kimi Antonelli became the youngest Formula One driver to take pole position for a full Grand Prix after qualifying fastest for Mercedes in China on Saturday.

PIX: Sabalenka subdues Pegula to win Miami Open

PIX: Sabalenka subdues Pegula to win Miami Open

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka overwhelmed American Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to win the Miami Open on Saturday, relying on her usual play-book and powerful forehand to win an eighth WTA 1000 title.

Antonelli becomes F1's youngest polesitter in any format at Miami

Antonelli becomes F1's youngest polesitter in any format at Miami

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The 18-year-old, preparing for only his sixth Grand Prix weekend, lapped with a best time of one minute 26.482 seconds to pip McLaren's championship leader Oscar Piastri by 0.045 seconds.

'Influence Of The US Is Diminishing'

'Influence Of The US Is Diminishing'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

'It was diminishing even before Trump came to power.' 'The US was at the centre of the global economy. That position is going to become less and less important and less central.'