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US polls held during one of worst COVID-19 phases

US polls held during one of worst COVID-19 phases

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Over 20 states have set weekly case records, and more than 40 states are seeing a pattern of growing known infections. On Tuesday, hospitalisations in the United States topped 50,000 for the first time since August 7.

Michael Phelps gets a taste of IPL at Kotla

Michael Phelps gets a taste of IPL at Kotla

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

The winner of an astounding 23 Olympic gold medals was in Delhi for promotional activity and dropped in for some time at the Kotla in the evening.

Destiny's child Djokovic speechless after surpassing Sampras

Destiny's child Djokovic speechless after surpassing Sampras

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

'It ranks right at the top. Under the circumstances, playing against Nadal, such an important match, it's amazing," the 31-year-old told reporters after needing barely two hours to extend his perfect record in seven Australian Open finals'

Djokovic headed for bright finish with US Open win

Djokovic headed for bright finish with US Open win

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

In the last eight weeks Novak Djokovic has resembled the Grand Slam machine that held all four major titles at the same time in 2016, wining three of his last four events including Wimbledon and US Open.

Nadal's journey to a men's record 21 Grand Slam titles

Nadal's journey to a men's record 21 Grand Slam titles

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

How Nadal surpassed the haul of Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Here is a list of leading men's grand slam winners

Here is a list of leading men's grand slam winners

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

List of leading men's grand slam singles title winners after Roger Federer beat Rafael Nadal in the Australian Open final on Sunday.

'Fort Hood shooter may have wired money to Pak'

'Fort Hood shooter may have wired money to Pak'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2009

US Army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan, paralysed from waist down due to bullet wounds received during his shooting spree that killed 13 fellow soldiers, may have wired money to Pakistan which could lead to his possible links to militant groups there, according to two Congressmen

BJP sweeps Karnataka bypolls, BSY retains majority

BJP sweeps Karnataka bypolls, BSY retains majority

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

The BJP won 12 of 15 seats on which bypolls were held. Congress could win only two.

Kings XI to acquire St Lucia franchise of CPL

Kings XI to acquire St Lucia franchise of CPL

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

St Lucia Zouks is one of the six teams competing in the CPL. The team is led by former West Indies captain Darren Sammy.

PHOTOS: Obama living his best life

PHOTOS: Obama living his best life

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

Former United States President Barack Obama has been free from the pressures of running the nation for two years now. However, while in office and even out of it, Obama has always enjoyed each moment. As he celebrates his 57th birthday (August 4), here are some of his lighter moments enjoying life.

Everything you need to know about Roger Federer

Everything you need to know about Roger Federer

Rediff.com28 Jan 2018

Factbox on Switzerland's Roger Federer,

CPL hopes BCCI figures out its own window for IPL

CPL hopes BCCI figures out its own window for IPL

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Caribbean Premier League (CPL) CEO Pete Russell expects the T20 league to take place as scheduled in September and hopes the BCCI figures out "its own window" for the Indian Premier League which has been indefinitely postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. There is a possibility that the BCCI organises the IPL in September or October and that might require rescheduling the Asia Cup and T20 World Cup.

Oscars 2010: The race for Best Original Screenplay

Oscars 2010: The race for Best Original Screenplay

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

Let's take a look at the five nominees.

Spotted: Celebs at Australian Open men's singles final

Spotted: Celebs at Australian Open men's singles final

Rediff.com26 Jan 2014

Photos of celebrities who watched the Australian Open men's final between Rafa Nadal and Stanislas Wawrinka.

Madrid Open: Masters record as Djokovic sinks Murray in final

Madrid Open: Masters record as Djokovic sinks Murray in final

Rediff.com9 May 2016

World No 1 Novak Djokovic beat defending champion Andy Murray 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in the Madrid Open final on Sunday to capture a record 29th Masters crown.

Record-breaking Federer goes past Sampras, Renshaw

Record-breaking Federer goes past Sampras, Renshaw

Rediff.com16 Jul 2017

Roger Federer is the oldest male player to win a Grand Slam title since Australia's Ken Rosewall won at Melbourne Park in 1972 at the age of 37.

Adarsh Gourav loses BAFTA to Anthony Hopkins

Adarsh Gourav loses BAFTA to Anthony Hopkins

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Nomadland dominates BAFTAs 2021 with four wins.

Why Modi-Shah will have to put up with BSY

Why Modi-Shah will have to put up with BSY

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

'The results show that he is the best person to manage individuals in the party.'

If I win Wimbledon it's cool for me personally, says Federer

If I win Wimbledon it's cool for me personally, says Federer

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

I'd love to win Wimbledon and I think it's possible, says Roger Federer.

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

MasterChef Australia Season 13 winner Justin Narayan speaks about his Indian roots.

Djokovic thrashes Berrettini in ATP Finals opener

Djokovic thrashes Berrettini in ATP Finals opener

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

Novak Djokovic ruthlessly took Matteo Berrettini apart at the ATP Finals on Sunday as he began his quest to reclaim the number one ranking by winning his opening group match 6-2, 6-1.

Sixteen years after US Open glory, Roddick searches for American successor

Sixteen years after US Open glory, Roddick searches for American successor

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

"There have been moments for optimism - plenty. And on the men's side, not as much."

Oscars 2021: Nomadland wins BIG!

Oscars 2021: Nomadland wins BIG!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2021

A quick look at the winners of the 93rd Annual Academy Awards, listed in bold.

Will Djokovic end 2020 on a high at London ATP Finals?

Will Djokovic end 2020 on a high at London ATP Finals?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Not that cash will be the motivator for world number one Novak Djokovic, Rafa Nadal, Dominic Thiem, Tsitsipas, Daniil Medvedev, Alexander Zverev and debutants Andrey Rublev and Diego Schwartzman when the tournament's 50th edition starts on Sunday.

Was Sampras the greatest ever?

Was Sampras the greatest ever?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2003

How would you rate him as compared to other tennis greats?

Elizabeth Warren drops out of US presidential race

Elizabeth Warren drops out of US presidential race

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

The 70-year-old leader had a disappointing Super Tuesday that included a third-place finish in her home state of Massachusetts.

Sampras to play World Team Tennis

Sampras to play World Team Tennis

Rediff.com1 Mar 2006

Pete Sampras will compete in the World Team Tennis this season more than three years after retiring

Bloomberg drops out of presidential race, endorses Biden

Bloomberg drops out of presidential race, endorses Biden

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

'Today, I am leaving the race for the same reason: to defeat Donald Trump - because it is clear to me that staying in would make achieving that goal more difficult,' Bloomberg said in a statement

Djokovic and Nadal add another chapter to great rivalry

Djokovic and Nadal add another chapter to great rivalry

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

A win for Djokovic would move him past Pete Sampras (14) to outright third on the list of Grand Slam title winners.

Who is 'all-time greatest' debate reopens as Nadal enters final

Who is 'all-time greatest' debate reopens as Nadal enters final

Rediff.com25 Jan 2014

Rafael Nadal has the opportunity to add another chapter to his storied career, and intensify an already robust debate, should he beat Stanislas Wawrinka in Sunday's Australian Open final.

Sampras to announce retirement on Monday

Sampras to announce retirement on Monday

Rediff.com22 Aug 2003

The 32-year-old former world number one will officially make the announcement at a special ceremony on the opening day of the US Open.

In US, Murthy tries to change 'arrogant' image of Infosys

In US, Murthy tries to change 'arrogant' image of Infosys

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Murthy's recent US trip helped to curb company's inflexible, arrogant perception

Nadal should recover quickly, says Coach

Nadal should recover quickly, says Coach

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Rafael Nadal should recover from the back problem that wrecked his Australian Open final after a few days rest, his uncle and coach Toni told Spanish radio on Monday.

PHOTOS: Nadal wins record extending ninth French Open title

PHOTOS: Nadal wins record extending ninth French Open title

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

Photos of the French Open men's final match between Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic being played in Paris

McEnroe terms Djokovic one among 'all time greats'

McEnroe terms Djokovic one among 'all time greats'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

American tennis legend John McEnroe has hailed Novak Djokovic as one of the greats of all time after the Serb again claimed the year-end world number one spot with a victory at the ATP Tour Finals on Friday.

Dear Barack, thank you for the memories

Dear Barack, thank you for the memories

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Barack Obama will still be in the Oval Office till the morning of January 20, but gosh, we are already beginning to miss him.

Complete list of Sports Illustrated's 'Sportsperson of the Year' winners

Complete list of Sports Illustrated's 'Sportsperson of the Year' winners

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Following is a list of winners of the Sportsperson of the Year award by Sports Illustrated magazine.

VOTE: Agassi says Federer 'class above' Sampras. Do you agree?

VOTE: Agassi says Federer 'class above' Sampras. Do you agree?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Tennis great Andre Agassi has said that seven-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer is 'a class above' Pete Sampras and that Rafael Nadal could eventually be better than the Swiss.

'International Premier Tennis League spectator friendly'

'International Premier Tennis League spectator friendly'

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Indian tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi, who has launched his ambitious International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) with the backing of a galaxy of top stars, says his event would be television, spectator and players friendly because of its unique model.