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Chacarra Triumphs At Delhi Golf Club

Chacarra Triumphs At Delhi Golf Club

Rediff.com4 days ago

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club by two shots, finishing 21-under 267. His victory, achieved despite a broken toe, showcased strategic course management and precise play. This win strengthens his bid for the Race to Dubai crown against top players like Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy, marking another significant achievement in his career resurgence.

'Look at Vinod Kambli': Kapil Dev's warning to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Look at Vinod Kambli': Kapil Dev's warning to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Cricket legend Kapil Dev has cautioned against creating 'excessive hype' around 15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, drawing parallels with Vinod Kambli's career, and urged the media to give the young talent time to develop.

Raptors Ready To Soar In Indian Golf Premier League

Raptors Ready To Soar In Indian Golf Premier League

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

The Krishna Punjab Raptors, spearheaded by Karandeep Kochhar, are set to compete in another round of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) in Hyderabad. The team, featuring a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, aims to make a significant impact as the competition intensifies. The article highlights the depth of the IGPL, showcasing various winners and promising young professionals.

'More Motivated Than Ever': Jos Buttler's Message After Surgery

'More Motivated Than Ever': Jos Buttler's Message After Surgery

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

England white-ball star Jos Buttler begins his recovery after hamstring surgery. He is ruled out of the Pakistan tri-series and his participation in the Australia tour is in doubt.

Leander Paes To Inspire Next Generation Of Asian Tennis Stars

Leander Paes To Inspire Next Generation Of Asian Tennis Stars

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Indian tennis legend Leander Paes has been appointed Player Ambassador of the Asian Tennis Federation (ATF). In this role, Paes will work to promote tennis across Asia, mentor young players, support grassroots development, and represent the federation at international events, aiming to inspire the next generation of athletes.

Decoding All The Jailer 2 Cameos

Decoding All The Jailer 2 Cameos

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jailer 2 brings back familiar allies, adds a couple of surprise faces and sets the stage for another showdown, but not every cameo gets the moment it deserves.

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Asian Games Bronze A Stepping Stone For Diya Chitale

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Indian table tennis player Diya Chitale, fresh off winning an Asian Games mixed doubles bronze with Manush Shah, views the medal as a crucial step towards Olympic qualification. She highlighted the importance of mental preparation and an aggressive strategy, which helped them defeat a higher-ranked Hong Kong pair. Chitale aims to improve world rankings through upcoming WTT tournaments and the World Championships.

Eugenio Chacarra Dominates DP World India Championship

Eugenio Chacarra Dominates DP World India Championship

Rediff.com4 days ago

Spanish golfer Eugenio Chacarra won the DP World India Championship by two shots at the Delhi Golf Club, marking his third DP World Tour title of the season and moving him to the top of the Race to Dubai rankings. Anirban Lahiri was the best Indian finisher at tied 23rd, attributing his performance to a lack of competitive golf. Yuvraj Sandhu finished tied 34th, reflecting on his maturing season.

Steve Smith reveals anxiety after latest concussion scare

Steve Smith reveals anxiety after latest concussion scare

Rediff.com4 days ago

Australian batsman Steve Smith admitted to feeling anxious after being hit on the head during the first Test against South Africa, fearing another concussion, despite passing all protocols.

PT Usha Advocates For Robust Sporting Ecosystem

PT Usha Advocates For Robust Sporting Ecosystem

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha has called for a stronger, athlete-centric sporting ecosystem, emphasising the need for robust federations, committed coaches, quality infrastructure, and effective sports science support. She highlighted that sporting excellence requires institutions that prioritise athletes and provide fair opportunities, while also congratulating recent Asian Games gold medallists.

Ukrainian stars Kostyuk, Svitolina make strong starts at US Open

Ukrainian stars Kostyuk, Svitolina make strong starts at US Open

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Ukrainian tennis players Marta Kostyuk and Elina Svitolina both secured dominant victories in their opening matches at the U.S. Open, with Kostyuk defeating Storm Hunter and Svitolina overcoming Solana Sierra.

How JK Tyre Is Fueling The Next Generation Of Indian Motorsport Talent

How JK Tyre Is Fueling The Next Generation Of Indian Motorsport Talent

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

JK Tyre has signed 11-year-old racing sensation Atiqa Mir, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing young talent in Indian motorsport. Mir, who has already achieved significant success on the international karting circuit, including podium finishes and victories in Europe, is the first Indian supported by the F1 Academy and the highest-ranked female in her category. This sponsorship highlights her potential as an emerging talent and JK Tyre's legacy in supporting top Indian drivers.

Treesa-Gayatri Advance In Denmark Open; Srikanth Exits

Treesa-Gayatri Advance In Denmark Open; Srikanth Exits

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Indian women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand advanced to the quarterfinals of the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament. Meanwhile, Kidambi Srikanth, despite a strong performance, was defeated in the pre-quarterfinals by reigning world champion Alex Lanier. Ashmita Chaliha also exited the women's singles event.

Cristiano Ronaldo: I'm The Best Footballer in History, But My Goals Aren't Valued

Cristiano Ronaldo: I'm The Best Footballer in History, But My Goals Aren't Valued

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo says his goalscoring record is not valued enough as the Al Nassr star closes in on 1,000 career goals, with 981 for club and country.

Real Madrid's Vinicius apologises after red card for hair pull

Real Madrid's Vinicius apologises after red card for hair pull

Rediff.com11 Oct 2026

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr has apologised to his teammates and fans after receiving a red card for pulling an opponent's hair during their 1-0 win over Villarreal, potentially ruling him out of the upcoming El Clasico against Barcelona.

Rohit Sharma on finding the perfect formula to handle pressure

Rohit Sharma on finding the perfect formula to handle pressure

Rediff.com7 days ago

Rohit Sharma credits meticulous preparation, studying opposition bowlers and mental strength for handling pressure, while maintaining strong ODI form ahead of India's upcoming New Zealand and Sri Lanka series.

Amateurs can beat Alcaraz, Sinner for $1 million prize

Amateurs can beat Alcaraz, Sinner for $1 million prize

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

The popular Australian Open 1 Point Slam event will feature top tennis stars like Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Coco Gauff, and Naomi Osaka competing against amateur players for a million-dollar prize ahead of the Grand Slam. The unique knockout contest, where a single point decides progression, has gained significant fan interest since its introduction.

2nd T20I: Samson stars as India crush Afghanistan to seal series

2nd T20I: Samson stars as India crush Afghanistan to seal series

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Sanju Samson smashed a quick 57 as India beat Afghanistan by seven wickets to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series.

The Nana Patekar You Didn't Know

The Nana Patekar You Didn't Know

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

'I had narrated a script to Nana Patekar, and four days before the end, he told me that once he returned from Goa, he would take the project forward. I still can't believe he is never coming back. He was always so fit, proudly flexing his muscles and urging me to work out.'

Medvedev battles past Paul to reach Shanghai semis

Medvedev battles past Paul to reach Shanghai semis

Rediff.com6 days ago

Daniil Medvedev defeated Tommy Paul 6-3 1-6 6-3 to reach the Shanghai Masters semi-finals, while Rafael Jodar made history by becoming the youngest semi-finalist after beating Casper Ruud 4-6 6-4 6-3. Medvedev will face Jodar next, with Alexander Zverev and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina contesting the other semi-final.

Rory McIlroy Supports DP World Tour's Strategic Decisions Amidst LIV Golf Uncertainty

Rory McIlroy Supports DP World Tour's Strategic Decisions Amidst LIV Golf Uncertainty

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Golf star Rory McIlroy has voiced strong support for the DP World Tour's recent decisions concerning players involved with LIV Golf. He backed the Tour's move to restrict LIV players from its 2027 season and its right to protect business interests, while also highlighting the Tour's opportunity to showcase international golf during less crowded periods in the PGA Tour schedule. McIlroy, a DP World global ambassador, expressed his commitment to the Tour and shared his thoughts on returning to the Delhi Golf Club.

Rubio's India Visit: The Russian Oil Factor

Rubio's India Visit: The Russian Oil Factor

Rediff.com3 days ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to India this week underscores the complex dynamics of global energy policy, as Washington re-evaluates sanctions on Russian oil buyers amidst India's continued reliance on Russian crude.

Ravindra Jadeja to play for Saurashtra in Ranji Trophy opener

Ravindra Jadeja to play for Saurashtra in Ranji Trophy opener

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is set to play for Saurashtra in their opening Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh, with Jaydev Unadkat retaining captaincy, as the team aims for a strong start to the 2026-27 season.

Archery Premier League: Royals Make Winning Start; Knights Stun Mighty Marathas

Archery Premier League: Royals Make Winning Start; Knights Stun Mighty Marathas

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Defending champions Rajputana Royals defeated Prithviraaj Yodhas 5-3 in the opening match of the second Archery Premier League season. Led by Ojas Deotale, Ella Gibson, and Mete Gazoz, the Royals secured a hard-fought victory despite a strong comeback attempt by the Yodhas, who ultimately faltered with a costly error in the final moments.

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Shaque: Trust No One Review: Untrustworthy Thriller

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Shaque: Trust No One has a promising mystery and enough juicy red herrings to keep you guessing, but its convenient writing and dated clichs eventually derail the show.

Tajinderpal Singh Toor aims for 22m mark to set benchmark for next generation

Tajinderpal Singh Toor aims for 22m mark to set benchmark for next generation

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

India's national record holder in shot put, Tajinderpal Singh Toor, is determined to breach the 22m mark, aiming to elevate the standard for future generations of Indian shot putters, drawing inspiration from Neeraj Chopra's impact on javelin throw. Despite a history of injuries, including a recent calf tear at the Commonwealth Games, Toor is now fit and focused on achieving a hat-trick of gold medals at the upcoming continental event.

'Stardom Used To Be Exclusive Club, Not Anymore'

'Stardom Used To Be Exclusive Club, Not Anymore'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

'Stardom is relative and script is the star. It is not one size fits all.'

Brazil Football Team Arrives In Kolkata For India Friendly Match

Brazil Football Team Arrives In Kolkata For India Friendly Match

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

Five-time world champions Brazil have arrived in Kolkata for a high-profile friendly match against India.

Avengers: Endgame Surpasses This Film To Become Highest Grosser

Avengers: Endgame Surpasses This Film To Become Highest Grosser

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

After a recent theatrical re-release, Avengers: Endgame has once again surpassed Avatar to reclaim its title as the highest-grossing movie of all time, generating USD 2.925 billion worldwide.

Lahiri On LIV Golf Future: 'Wait For A Month, Let Things Play Out'

Lahiri On LIV Golf Future: 'Wait For A Month, Let Things Play Out'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2026

Indian golfer Anirban Lahiri described his recent season as his 'weakest' and addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding LIV Golf. He stated that his future decisions regarding where he plays will be based on the best interests of his family and himself, urging patience as the situation is dynamic. Lahiri also shared insights into his break from golf, focusing on fitness and mental well-being, and expressed excitement about returning to play at the Delhi Golf Course.

Chola Chiefs And Prithviraaj Yodhas Clinch Crucial Victories

Chola Chiefs And Prithviraaj Yodhas Clinch Crucial Victories

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Chola Chiefs and Prithviraaj Yodhas secured their inaugural victories in Archery Premier League Season 2 on Friday, while Chero Archers maintained their perfect record with a second consecutive win. Key performances from international archers like Alejandra Usquiano and Atanu Das highlighted the day's intense competition.

Alia's Pictures With Her 'Cutie'

Alia's Pictures With Her 'Cutie'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Alia Bhatt's heartfelt birthday post for Ranbir Kapoor includes a glimpse of baby Raha.

Dutta And Santosh Clinch U-13 National TT Titles

Dutta And Santosh Clinch U-13 National TT Titles

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Ariv Dutta of West Bengal and Saksya Santosh of Karnataka secured the Under-13 boys' and girls' titles, respectively, at the second National Ranking Table Tennis Championships held in Panchkula on Thursday. Rajvardhan Tiwari and Phalgun Gupta also won the U-11 boys' and girls' titles. The championships featured intense matches across various age categories, highlighting emerging talent in Indian table tennis.

Jos Buttler to miss England's Pakistan Tri-series due to hamstring injury

Jos Buttler to miss England's Pakistan Tri-series due to hamstring injury

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

England's limited-overs coach Brendon McCullum confirmed that Jos Buttler will miss the upcoming one-day international Tri-series in Pakistan next month after sustaining a hamstring injury against Sri Lanka.

Javelin Star Rohit Yadav Ready To Step Up At Asian Games

Javelin Star Rohit Yadav Ready To Step Up At Asian Games

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav is determined to secure a podium finish at the upcoming Asian Games, stepping in after Neeraj Chopra's withdrawal due to injury. Yadav, who recently achieved a personal best of 87.68m, is focused on his rhythm and mindset to deliver his best performance and make the nation proud.

Captain Smriti Mandhana Outlines Ambitious Goals For Indian Women's Team

Captain Smriti Mandhana Outlines Ambitious Goals For Indian Women's Team

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's new captain Smriti Mandhana is set to lead the women's team in a T20I series against Zimbabwe, marking a new era. She aims to elevate the team's professionalism, power-hitting, and fielding, while fostering a strong team culture. Mandhana also highlighted the importance of Harmanpreet Kaur's experience and praised deputy Shafali Verma's growth, as the team prepares for the ICC Women's Champions Trophy 2027.

Young Guns Challenge Veterans At AM Green IGPL Krishna Invitational

Young Guns Challenge Veterans At AM Green IGPL Krishna Invitational

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Samarth Dwivedi and Gaganjeet Bhullar are tied for the lead after the second round of the AM Green IGPL Krishna Invitational in Hyderabad. Young talents Veer Ganapathy and Manav Shah are just one shot behind, setting up an exciting final day.

Sujeet Kalkal's inspiring journey: Footballer, class topper, Asian Games champion

Sujeet Kalkal's inspiring journey: Footballer, class topper, Asian Games champion

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Asian Games gold medalist wrestler Sujeet Kalkal's father, Dayanand, shared insights into his son's remarkable journey, highlighting his transition from football to wrestling, his academic excellence as a non-medical science topper, and his recent triumph at the Asian Games.

Brazil in Kolkata: India's biggest football test awaits

Brazil in Kolkata: India's biggest football test awaits

Rediff.com2 Oct 2026

India is set to host five-time world champions Brazil in a historic invitational football friendly in Kolkata. The match, while offering invaluable exposure for the Indian team, has also drawn criticism over its cost and the decision to withdraw from the FIFA ASEAN Cup. The event carries political significance and marks a key step in Brazil's rebuilding process.

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Ajay Devgn's 10 Biggest Openings At Box Office

Rediff.com6 Oct 2026

Drishyam - The Conclusion has made history by becoming Ajay Devgn's biggest box office opener with an astounding Rs 62.03 crores, also securing a spot among the Top-5 Bollywood openers of all time.