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Federer reveals his 'toughest rival' on court...

Federer reveals his 'toughest rival' on court...

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Swiss great Roger Federer insists he will end his career this week with no regrets even though his record of 20 Grand Slam titles was overhauled by Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

Djokovic eyes redemption at Wimbledon

Djokovic eyes redemption at Wimbledon

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Djokovic has won the last three editions of Wimbledon in 2018, 2019 and last year

PIX: Alcaraz powers past Berrettini into quarters, Tsitsipas exits

PIX: Alcaraz powers past Berrettini into quarters, Tsitsipas exits

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Wimbledon debutant Eubanks ends Tsitsipas's challenge in fourth round.

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

A look at the 10 landmark matches from the 20-times Grand Slam champion's career.

Behind the scenes at Obama's state dinners

Behind the scenes at Obama's state dinners

Rediff.com23 Oct 2016

United States President Barack Obama hosted the 14th and final formal State Arrival Ceremony and State Dinner on October 18. Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and his wife Agnese Landini were welcomed to the White House with a grand reception. To mark this momentous occasion, Chief White House photographer decided to share glimpses from some of the other state dinners hosted by the Obama administration over the last eight years.

PHOTOS: The very best of Obama in 2016

PHOTOS: The very best of Obama in 2016

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

As United States President Barack Obama's second term draws to a close, Chief White House Photographer Pete Souza shared his favourite images captured over the course of the last year.

I hope I can come back one more time: Federer

I hope I can come back one more time: Federer

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

Wimbledon's favourite son Roger Federer swapped his usual tennis whites for a dark suit and tie and was given a rousing standing ovation as he joined a number of Wimbledon champions dating back to the 1960s for Centre Court's centenary celebrations.

Djokovic breaks Federer's No 1 record, eyes more majors

Djokovic breaks Federer's No 1 record, eyes more majors

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

While Djokovic has a firm grip on top spot, there will be a new number two on March 15 in Russian Daniil Medvedev, who will climb one place to his career-best ranking to replace Nadal, who has not played since the Australian Open due to a back injury.

Goodbye 2015! Top moments from the White House

Goodbye 2015! Top moments from the White House

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

As we head into the final year of US President Barack Obama's term, here's a look back at the great images taken by the official White House photographers in 2015.

Govt hopes to pass new data protection law by Budget session

Govt hopes to pass new data protection law by Budget session

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

After withdrawing the personal data protection bill, the government is hopeful of getting a new legislation passed by the next Budget session of Parliament, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said.

How Obama, Trump, Biden Greeted Modi...

How Obama, Trump, Biden Greeted Modi...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Did Prime Minister Modi receive a different kind of reception at the Biden White House on Friday than he has has been used to at the American president's home?

Top moments of 2014. Courtesy, the White House

Top moments of 2014. Courtesy, the White House

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

The White House on Wednesday released its annual collection of some of the most interesting photographs of President Barack Obama and his family.

MCG Test: Mitch Marsh returns, Handscomb out

MCG Test: Mitch Marsh returns, Handscomb out

Rediff.com25 Dec 2018

'It's a long series, our bowlers have had a really big workload and we feel we're going to need Mitch's bowling at some point.'

Philosophical Tsitsipas calls for annual lockdowns

Philosophical Tsitsipas calls for annual lockdowns

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'I think it will be environmentally very beneficial. Life is such a hustle, and you never get the time to spend with your family and connect with them'

'Haters' will appreciate Djokovic after he retires: Medvedev

'Haters' will appreciate Djokovic after he retires: Medvedev

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

'I have the feeling that people [are] starting more and more to... respect what he has done in tennis more and more, because he continues to beat the records'.

Winds Of Change Sweep Men's Tennis

Winds Of Change Sweep Men's Tennis

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Federer, Nadal and Djokovic had made it near impossible for their peers to live, and thrive, amongst them. But the coming generation, which hasn't been as scarred by defeat at the hands of the Big 3, may make tennis unpredictable again.

Roger Federer: Casting a spell with elegance, grace and artistry

Roger Federer: Casting a spell with elegance, grace and artistry

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Federer may never glide across it as only he can, or any other Grand Slam court for that matter, again. But his legacy will never fade.

Djokovic equals Federer and Nadal with 20th Grand Slam title

Djokovic equals Federer and Nadal with 20th Grand Slam title

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

The major milestones in Djokovic's career

Trump issues emergency declaration for for Biden inauguration

Trump issues emergency declaration for for Biden inauguration

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

The emergency in Washington DC will be effective from Monday till January 24.

Top Gun: Maverick Review

Top Gun: Maverick Review

Rediff.com21 May 2022

'Why was Top Gun: Maverick made? 'And the only reason I can think of is that the new film was made to emphasise and re-establish Tom Cruise's superstar status,' notes Aseem Chhabra who watched the Top Gun sequel at its premiere in Cannes.

Can you spot the Indian connection?

Can you spot the Indian connection?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Malia and Sasha Obama photographed in gowns created by Indian-American designer Naeem Khan for the Obamas' last White House Christmas Card.

Federer to face debutant Zverev in ATP Tour Finals

Federer to face debutant Zverev in ATP Tour Finals

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

World No 1 Rafael Nadal, who is hoping to recover from a knee injury to play in the season-ending showpiece, heads the other group and will face Belgian David Goffin, Bulgarian debutant Grigor Dimitrov and Austrian Dominic Thiem.

'What are the job prospects after MBA in Australia?'

'What are the job prospects after MBA in Australia?'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

In an online chat with readers, on July 4, 2012, Dr Pete Manasantivongs, Director of the Full-time MBA programme at Melbourne Business School, Australia addressed queries related to pursuing MBA in Australia and offered guidance on the admission process at the Melbourne Business School.

How Federer can get the better of Nadal in semis

How Federer can get the better of Nadal in semis

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

What can the Swiss great do to win three sets against the king of clay when in their previous French Open duels he has never won two?

Trump Has Been Reined In For The Moment

Trump Has Been Reined In For The Moment

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

But Trump is about to announce his candidacy for president in 2024. And it is not clear if Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the present hero of disenchanted Republicans, or Biden, who says he might seek re-election (but will decide in 2023), can checkmate Trump, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

PICS: Djokovic whips Del Potro for third US Open crown

PICS: Djokovic whips Del Potro for third US Open crown

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

In winning his third New York crown, he joined 14-times Grand Slam winner Pete Sampras in third on the all-time list, trailing only Roger Federer (20) and Rafael Nadal (17).

Outrage over Djokovic's medical exemption to play Aus Open

Outrage over Djokovic's medical exemption to play Aus Open

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Officials said he was one of a 'handful' of successful applicants among 26 people who sought exemptions.

Spaniards Nadal, Muguruza named ITF world champions

Spaniards Nadal, Muguruza named ITF world champions

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Spaniards Rafael Nadal and Garbine Muguruza were named as the International Tennis Federation (ITF) world champions on Friday - the first time in 19 years the awards have gone to players from the same country.

Recipe: Curry Ice Cream

Recipe: Curry Ice Cream

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

You'll need an ice cream maker to create this memorable dessert.

US Open PIX: Alcaraz wins thriller; Swiatek, Tiafoe in semis

US Open PIX: Alcaraz wins thriller; Swiatek, Tiafoe in semis

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

A summary of Wednesday's action at the US Open.

Nadal's journey to record 22 Grand Slam titles

Nadal's journey to record 22 Grand Slam titles

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Nadal surpassed the haul of Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Failure at Wimbledon cost them a 'career slam'

Failure at Wimbledon cost them a 'career slam'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

While Martina Navratilova, Bjorn Bjorg, Steffi Graf, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer thrived at Wimbledon, the grass surface of the hallowed courts, says Bikash Mohapatra, also proved the graveyard of many other tennis greats.

Djokovic, Federer, Nadal's Journey to 20 Slams

Djokovic, Federer, Nadal's Journey to 20 Slams

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

Novak Djokovic won a record-equalling 20th Grand Slam title by after winning this year's Wimbledon drawing level with long-time rivals Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

19 kids, aged 7-10 yrs, among 21 shot dead in Texas school shooting

19 kids, aged 7-10 yrs, among 21 shot dead in Texas school shooting

Rediff.com25 May 2022

In one of the worst school shootings in American history, an 18-year-old gunman has killed 21 people, including 19 children, and two adults at an elementary school in Texas state, with an emotional President Joe Biden urging lawmakers to 'turn this pain into action' to control the powerful gun lobby.

King Richard Review

King Richard Review

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Will Smith, who had once portrayed the irreverent Muhammad Ali with such aplomb, brings the character of Richard Williams alive. The accent, the dialect, the body-language and the ever-present chip on the shoulder, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

Just landed in Delhi: Federer

Just landed in Delhi: Federer

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

Indian tennis courts are set to be dazzled like never before when global icons like Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Now users can get harmful content removed from FB, Instagram

Now users can get harmful content removed from FB, Instagram

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

The content eligible for review includes posts, status updates, photos, videos, comments, and shares.

Meet Google's most searched people of 2018

Meet Google's most searched people of 2018

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Demi Lovato and Meghan Markle top the list.

Trump greets Indians on Diwali; says festival binds people together

Trump greets Indians on Diwali; says festival binds people together

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

"As we light diyas here today our nation is strengthened by the sacred traditions that binds people together across our land. May this light bring hope to all and may everyone have a wonderful Diwali," Trump said in video he tweeted on Twitter.

Djokovic has Nadal in his sights at London finale

Djokovic has Nadal in his sights at London finale

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

The Serb was knocked off top spot by Rafael Nadal on Monday despite winning the Paris Masters last week and will need a strong finish alongside the River Thames to snatch it back.