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Jannik Sinner on brink of Italian Open history before rain halts semi-final

Jannik Sinner on brink of Italian Open history before rain halts semi-final

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Jannik Sinner was two games away from the Italian Open final when heavy rain suspended his semi-final match against Daniil Medvedev, with Sinner leading 6-2, 5-7, 4-2.

Paris Masters: Paes, Bopanna advance

Paris Masters: Paes, Bopanna advance

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

India's tennis legend Leander Paes and Rohan Bopanna moved to the pre-quarterfinals of the ATP BNP Paribas Masters with their respective partners after getting byes in their first rounds in Paris.

Paris Masters: Bopanna-Vasselin in quarters; Paes-Nestor bow out

Paris Masters: Bopanna-Vasselin in quarters; Paes-Nestor bow out

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Fifth seeds Rohan Bopanna and Edouard Roger-Vasselin booked a quarter-final berth in the ATP Paris Masters but Leander Paes and Daniel Nestor were ousted after a straight sets defeat, in Paris.

How grit and patience got PSG the Champions League crown

How grit and patience got PSG the Champions League crown

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Paris St Germain retained the Champions League title after a penalty shootout victory over Arsenal, showcasing resilience and determination.

Djokovic takes home cool $1.6m bonus at Paris Masters

Djokovic takes home cool $1.6m bonus at Paris Masters

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Novak Djokovic pocketed a $1.6-million bonus just for turning up on court on Wednesday before making light of recent shoulder pains to beat Croatian Ivan Dodig 6-4, 6-3 in the second round of the Paris Masters.

Sinner breezes into French Open second round; Birrell stuns Pegula

Sinner breezes into French Open second round; Birrell stuns Pegula

Rediff.com27 May 2026

World number one Jannik Sinner started his campaign for a maiden French Open title in merciless fashion, beating Frenchman Clement Tabur 6-1, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the second round on Tuesday.

French Open favours Sinner: Is the Italian set for history?

French Open favours Sinner: Is the Italian set for history?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

World number one Jannik Sinner has the opportunity to complete his Grand Slam collection at the French Open, especially with Carlos Alcaraz's withdrawal altering the tournament dynamics. Sinner's improved clay court game and consistent performance make him a strong contender for the title.

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.

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the French Open?

Who are the other men's contenders to look out for at the French Open?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

With Carlos Alcaraz out, the French Open men's singles draw is wide open. Clay-court specialists and rising stars are vying for the title at Roland Garros.

Big Upset! Norrie knocks out World No 1 Alcaraz

Big Upset! Norrie knocks out World No 1 Alcaraz

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Britain's Cameron Norrie stunned world number one Carlos Alcaraz to reach the third round of the Paris Masters.

Paris Masters in pocket, Murray just wants to enjoy No1 status for now

Paris Masters in pocket, Murray just wants to enjoy No1 status for now

Rediff.com7 Nov 2016

As the new World No 1, Andy Murray could be troubled by the weight of expectations on his shoulders at the ATP World Tour Finals, but the Briton just wants to enjoy his new status.

Paris Masters: Murray books ATP Finals spot; Wawrinka knocked out

Paris Masters: Murray books ATP Finals spot; Wawrinka knocked out

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Third seed Stan Wawrinka was knocked out in the third round of the Paris Masters when he lost 6-7(2), 7-5, 7-6(3) against South African Kevin Anderson on Thursday, suffering his fourth defeat in five matches.

Cannes 2026: Alia Bhatt Dazzles In Yet Another Look

Cannes 2026: Alia Bhatt Dazzles In Yet Another Look

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Alia Bhatt made a stunning appearance at Cannes 2026, showcasing a custom Tarun Tahiliani off-shoulder gown that masterfully blended Victorian corsetry with traditional Indian draping.

Paris Masters: Gasquet inches closer to Tour Finals; Tsonga out

Paris Masters: Gasquet inches closer to Tour Finals; Tsonga out

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

Richard Gasquet kept his ATP World Tour finals hopes alive when he overcame Fernando Verdasco 7-5, 6-7(6), 6-3 to reach the Paris Masters third round as fellow Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga crashed out of the race on Tuesday.

Bopanna and Qureshi win Paris Masters

Bopanna and Qureshi win Paris Masters

Rediff.com13 Nov 2011

Rohan Bopanna Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi won their first ever ATP Masters tournament after whipping away the challenge of Julien Benneteau and Nicolas Mahut in straight sets in the final, in Paris, on Sunday.

Ferrer ousts Nadal, meets Djokovic in Paris Masters final

Ferrer ousts Nadal, meets Djokovic in Paris Masters final

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Spaniard David Ferrer produced one of his finest performances to edge world number one and compatriot Rafael Nadal 6-3, 7-5 in the Paris Masters semi-final on Saturday and keep alive his hope of retaining his crown.

Andy Flower: The Man Who Transformed RCB From History-Seekers To History-Makers

Andy Flower: The Man Who Transformed RCB From History-Seekers To History-Makers

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Similar to PSG finding their Messiah in Luis Enrique in 2023, the same year as Andy Flower joined the Bengaluru side, RCB found theirs in the Zimbabwean - a no-nonsense cricketing brain who believes in structure and cohesion to bring in desired results.

Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka Win Top Laureus Honours

Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka Win Top Laureus Honours

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka win top honours at the Laureus Awards 2026, headlining a star-studded winners list in Madrid after stellar seasons.

Nadal edges closer to maiden Paris Masters title

Nadal edges closer to maiden Paris Masters title

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

Nadal faced no break points in a ruthless display to set up a meeting with Canadian Denis Shapovalov.

PIX: Shelton roars to first Masters 1000 title

PIX: Shelton roars to first Masters 1000 title

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

American fourth seed Ben Shelton battled from a set down to clinch his first ATP Masters 1000 title at the Canadian Open in Toronto on Thursday.

Carlos Alcaraz's French Open Defence In Doubt Over Wrist Injury

Carlos Alcaraz's French Open Defence In Doubt Over Wrist Injury

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Carlos Alcaraz is awaiting the results of tests on his injured wrist before deciding whether he can defend his French Open title next month.

Bhupathi-Bopanna race into Paris Masters final

Bhupathi-Bopanna race into Paris Masters final

Rediff.com4 Nov 2012

The Indian pair of Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna stood just win away from for its second ATP men's doubles title together this season after advancing to the BNP Paribas Masters final in Paris.

Ben Shelton eyes French Open push after landmark win on clay

Ben Shelton eyes French Open push after landmark win on clay

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Ben Shelton said he had laid down a claycourt marker for US men with his Munich Open win on Sunday after the World No. 6 became the first American to claim an event above the ATP 250 level since Andre Agassi's 2002 Rome Masters triumph.

Soderling beats Monfils to claim Paris Masters

Soderling beats Monfils to claim Paris Masters

Rediff.com15 Nov 2010

Robin Soderling signalled his intentions for the season-ending ATP World Tour Finals when he claimed his maiden Masters title with a clinical 6-1, 7-6 defeat of local favourite Gael Monfils in Paris on Sunday.

Paris Masters: Murray one win away from World Tour Finals berth

Paris Masters: Murray one win away from World Tour Finals berth

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

Andy Murray is within one match of securing his place in the ATP World Tour Finals after easing past local favourite Julien Benneteau 6-3, 6-4 on Wednesday to advance to the third round of the Paris Masters.

Classy Federer sets up Paris Masters semi-final with Djokovic

Classy Federer sets up Paris Masters semi-final with Djokovic

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

Former world number one Roger Federer looked like his old self when he beat Argentine Juan Martin Del Potro 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 at the Paris Masters on Friday to set up a semi-final clash with Novak Djokovic. Top seed Rafa Nadal destroyed local favourite Richard Gasquet 6-4, 6-1 as he stepped up his bid for a record sixth Masters Series crown in the same season.

Jannik Sinner wins first Indian Wells title to join Federer, Djokovic in elite list

Jannik Sinner wins first Indian Wells title to join Federer, Djokovic in elite list

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Jannik Sinner is only the third player in history to win all six ATP Masters 1000 hard-court titles, joining Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer

Thamma, F1, Emily In Paris: OTT's December Line-up

Thamma, F1, Emily In Paris: OTT's December Line-up

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

There will be a lot of excitement in the theatres in December but OTT entertainment looks good too.

Paris Masters: Raonic beats Berdych, sets up Djokovic showdown

Paris Masters: Raonic beats Berdych, sets up Djokovic showdown

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

Milos Raonic of Canada will take on defending champion Novak Djokovic in the final of the Paris Masters.

Alcaraz powers into quarters, Draper upsets Djokovic in Indian Wells classic

Alcaraz powers into quarters, Draper upsets Djokovic in Indian Wells classic

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Jack Draper stunned Novak Djokovic in a deciding-set tie-break while Carlos Alcaraz extended his winning streak to reach the quarter-finals of the Indian Wells Open. Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina also advanced.

Tim White Takes Helm as India Junior Women's Hockey Coach

Tim White Takes Helm as India Junior Women's Hockey Coach

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Hockey India appoints experienced Australian coach Tim White to lead the junior women's hockey team, replacing Tushar Khandekar, with a focus on developing technically sound players for the senior team.

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.

Indian Wells: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Sinner final

Indian Wells: Medvedev stuns Alcaraz, sets up Sinner final

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Russian Daniil Medvedev will meet Italian Jannik Sinner in the final at the Indian Wells Tennis tournament in California.

Satwik-Chirag storm into China Masters final

Satwik-Chirag storm into China Masters final

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

On Saturday, the Indians came out with an all-out attacking approach, backed by a solid defence, while also dominating the front court as the Malaysians -- particularly Aaron -- looked out of sorts during the 41-minute semi-final clash.

Paris Masters PHOTOS: Federer knocked out by big-serving Isner, Nadal survives

Paris Masters PHOTOS: Federer knocked out by big-serving Isner, Nadal survives

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

A long season took its toll on Roger Federer on Thursday as the Swiss was knocked out of the Paris Masters following a 7-6(3) 3-6 7-6(5) third-round defeat by big serving John Isner.

Marathon man Mahut calls time on tennis career

Marathon man Mahut calls time on tennis career

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Nicolas Mahut is best known for losing the longest professional tennis match in history against American John Isner at Wimbledon in 2010.

Paris Masters PHOTOS: Djokovic makes it 20 wins in a row, Nadal bows out

Paris Masters PHOTOS: Djokovic makes it 20 wins in a row, Nadal bows out

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Novak Djokovic beat Tomas Berdych 7-6 (3), 7-6 (8) in the quarter-finals of the Paris Masters on Friday to claim his 20th consecutive win and stay on course for an unprecedented third title in a row at the event.

Grand Slam drought won't stop Djokovic at Shanghai Masters

Grand Slam drought won't stop Djokovic at Shanghai Masters

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Novak Djokovic felt unaffected by his recent losses to the top two players in the world, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, saying that while it is not ideal to lose big matches to the top talent regularly

Paris Masters: Federer battles past Chardy for third round berth

Paris Masters: Federer battles past Chardy for third round berth

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Roger Federer kept up his hopes of finishing the year as World No 1 when he downed Frenchman Jeremy Chardy 7-6(5), 6-7(5), 6-4 in the second round of the Paris Masters on Wednesday.

Akshay Bhatia Set for Hero Indian Open Debut

Akshay Bhatia Set for Hero Indian Open Debut

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Akshay Bhatia, a three-time PGA Tour winner, is set to make his debut at the Hero Indian Open, fulfilling a long-held ambition to play in his parents' home country. The tournament features a strong field, including defending champion Eugenio Chacarra and Ryder Cup hero Francesco Molinari.