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Upsets on Day 2 at US Open: Defending champ Kerber ousted by Osaka

Upsets on Day 2 at US Open: Defending champ Kerber ousted by Osaka

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

The German sixth seed, who has not won a title since winning at Flushing Meadows last year, never got into the match against the 2016 WTA newcomer of the year.

PIX: Serena, Osaka reveal US Open 2019 look

PIX: Serena, Osaka reveal US Open 2019 look

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

As the fans head toward Flushing Meadows, tennis stars gear up with ground-breaking styles to rule the courts.

Kvitova expecting first child; to miss Australian Open

Kvitova expecting first child; to miss Australian Open

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Former Australian Open runner-up Petra Kvitova said on Monday she is expecting her first child with husband and long-time coach Jiri Vanek and would miss the year's first Grand Slam which begins in two weeks.

Nadal in Australian Open draw, Kyrgios absent

Nadal in Australian Open draw, Kyrgios absent

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Defending champion Novak Djokovic will bid for a record-extending 11th title at Melbourne Park and 25th Grand Slam crown overall.

US Open PIX: Osaka storms into quarters; Rogers upsets Kvitova

US Open PIX: Osaka storms into quarters; Rogers upsets Kvitova

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Images from Day 7 of the 2020 US Open in New York on Sunday.

US Open PIX: Nadal cruises; Osaka, Zverev shocked

US Open PIX: Nadal cruises; Osaka, Zverev shocked

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Defending champion Naomi Osaka of Japan was upset 7-5, 6-4 by Belinda Bencic in the fourth round at the US Open on Monday as the Swiss reached the quarter-finals for the second time.

Keys fails to unlock route through Osaka to repeat final

Keys fails to unlock route through Osaka to repeat final

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Madison Keys arrived in New York with the dream of making a return trip to the U.S. Open final but her goal crumbled in such stunning fashion on Thursday that she may suffer nightmares for some considerable time to come.

Indian Wells PIX: Djokovic, Osaka Halep crash out

Indian Wells PIX: Djokovic, Osaka Halep crash out

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

The top-seeded Serb, who had not dropped a set in four matches since the round of 16 at the Australian Open in January, looked out-of-sorts throughout the 98-minute contest.

An Extraordinary Ride Through Japan

An Extraordinary Ride Through Japan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Aishwarya Sathe and her husband spent 13 days crisscrossing Japan and adored every minute of it.

Italian Open: Federer, Nadal and Osaka through to last 16

Italian Open: Federer, Nadal and Osaka through to last 16

Rediff.com16 May 2019

With rain having washed out Wednesday's play, Federer along with champion Rafael Nadal and top seed Novak Djokovic all face playing back-to-back matches on Thursday if they want to reach the quarter-finals.

Aus Open PIX: Federer, Serena, Djokovic advance; Osaka rallies after tantrum

Aus Open PIX: Federer, Serena, Djokovic advance; Osaka rallies after tantrum

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Images from Day 3 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday

Tennis round-up: Osaka on why she split with coach Bajin

Tennis round-up: Osaka on why she split with coach Bajin

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

'Everyone thinks it was a money-related issue, but it wasn't'

French Open PIX: Swiatek, Sinner, Jabeur ease into second round

French Open PIX: Swiatek, Sinner, Jabeur ease into second round

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Images from Day 2 of the 2024 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Monday.

When snake stopped a tennis match!

When snake stopped a tennis match!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Former US Open champion Dominic Thiem huffed and puffed his way into the main draw of the Brisbane International on Saturday, but not before a hissing intruder slithered onto the court and briefly halted play.

Australian Open: Serena, Osaka to join top men in Adelaide

Australian Open: Serena, Osaka to join top men in Adelaide

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka will join Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic in playing a pre-Australian Open warm-up exhibition

US Open: Nadal rolls past Lajovic; Pliskova advances, Osaka shocks defending champ Kerber

US Open: Nadal rolls past Lajovic; Pliskova advances, Osaka shocks defending champ Kerber

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

Images from Day 2 at the US Open played at Flushing Meadows in New York on Tuesday

PIX: Azarenka ousts Ostapenko; Halep, Osaka survive scare

PIX: Azarenka ousts Ostapenko; Halep, Osaka survive scare

Rediff.com29 May 2019

A summary of Tuesday's play at the French Open.

Tennis roundup: Svitolina ends Osaka's run; Halep survives scare

Tennis roundup: Svitolina ends Osaka's run; Halep survives scare

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Ukrainian second seed Elina Svitolina ended Naomi Osaka's remarkable recent run with a 6-4, 6-2 triumph over the Indian Wells champion in the second round of the Miami Open on Friday.

Wimbledon PIX: Osaka, Venus, Tsitsipas shown the door

Wimbledon PIX: Osaka, Venus, Tsitsipas shown the door

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Images from Day 1 of the Wimbledon Championships.

PIX: Rune battles past Fritz to set up Medvedev showdown at Indian Wells

PIX: Rune battles past Fritz to set up Medvedev showdown at Indian Wells

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Holger Rune rallied from a set down and saved a match point to defeat former champion Taylor Fritz 2-6 7-6(2) 6-3 on Wednesday and reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals where he will meet fourth seed Daniil Medvedev.

Deiva Thirumagal wins two awards at Osaka Asian Film Festival

Deiva Thirumagal wins two awards at Osaka Asian Film Festival

Rediff.com20 Mar 2012

Starring Vikram in the lead the film is inspired by the Hollywood film I am Sam.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Popyrin scare; Sabalenka cruises; Wozniacki, Jabeur exit

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Popyrin scare; Sabalenka cruises; Wozniacki, Jabeur exit

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Images from Day 4 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday.

'I feel for Naomi, however heckling is part of sports'

'I feel for Naomi, however heckling is part of sports'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Andy Murray expressed sympathy for Naomi Osaka after she was rattled by a heckler

Biggest upsets on Day 2 at the French Open

Biggest upsets on Day 2 at the French Open

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Japan's Naomi Osaka crashed out of the French Open in a 7-5, 6-4 first-round loss

'I absolutely do not want to be pregnant again'

'I absolutely do not want to be pregnant again'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

I have to be two feet in tennis or two feet out.'

What's Sonal Doing In Sri Lanka?

What's Sonal Doing In Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Just where are the stars travelling? We find out.

Tennis: Djokovic regains top spot, Nadal rises

Tennis: Djokovic regains top spot, Nadal rises

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Osaka takes equity stake in crypto exchange FTX

Naomi's Roman Holiday

Naomi's Roman Holiday

Rediff.com25 May 2021

'Rome going crazy', Naomi captioned the album uploaded on her Facebook page.

Sonakshi's 'Almost Perfect' Day In London

Sonakshi's 'Almost Perfect' Day In London

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Alaya walks the streets of London... Taapsee holidays with her 'boyfriend'... Tovino Thomas has Easter lunch in Africa...

'I feel for Naomi, I wish I could give her a hug'

'I feel for Naomi, I wish I could give her a hug'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Serena Williams offers support to Naomi Osaka.

Players in their weak moments should be allowed to avoid media: Kaif

Players in their weak moments should be allowed to avoid media: Kaif

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Former India batsman Mohammad Kaif said that players in individual sport like tennis should be allowed to avoid media if they are struggling mentally.

Xi, Putin to attend virtual SCO meet hosted by Modi

Xi, Putin to attend virtual SCO meet hosted by Modi

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

It will be Putin's first participation in a multilateral summit after a mercenary group launched a short-lived armed rebellion last week that rocked Moscow.

'I think she is courageous and needs support'

'I think she is courageous and needs support'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Japan rallies to support Osaka after French Open withdrawal.

Disha's 'Magical Experience'

Disha's 'Magical Experience'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Shekhar is in Sydney. Urmila is in Jammu. Urvashi is in Paris...

Iga Swiatek ready to handle pressure of No 1 ranking

Iga Swiatek ready to handle pressure of No 1 ranking

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

Pole says she feels much better prepared to handle the pressure of her latest career milestone.

Prannoy advances to pre-quarterfinals in Japan

Prannoy advances to pre-quarterfinals in Japan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

The world number 18 Indian will now take on former world champion, Singapore's Loh Kean Yew in the second round.

Who wore it better? Naomi or Priyanka?

Who wore it better? Naomi or Priyanka?

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Tennis star Naomi Osaka almost repeated Priyanka Chopra's risky Ralph & Russo outfit.

The 10 highest paid tennis stars

The 10 highest paid tennis stars

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Former world number one Roger Federer retained his place at the top of the list of the world's highest paid tennis players for a 17th year despite not playing a match for nearly 14 months.

Djokovic says press briefs part of sport

Djokovic says press briefs part of sport

Rediff.com28 May 2021

Mixed reactions pour in as Osaka debate rages on.

Eight sportspersons on TIME 100 most influential list

Eight sportspersons on TIME 100 most influential list

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The athletes on the US magazine's list have enjoyed sporting success as well as promoting other causes.