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'I'm not a favourite'

'I'm not a favourite'

Rediff.com18 May 2022

The US Open champion, who last played at the Miami Open at the end of March, was beaten 6-2, 7-6 (5) by Gasquet at the ATP 250 claycourt event in Geneva.

Paris Masters: Nadal, Medvedev lose; Alcaraz makes winning start

Paris Masters: Nadal, Medvedev lose; Alcaraz makes winning start

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

World number one Carlos Alcaraz sailed into the Paris Masters third round with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Yoshihito Nishioka but Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev both slumped to surprise losses on Wednesday.

Pilots Fume as DGCA Moves to Ban Perfumes

Pilots Fume as DGCA Moves to Ban Perfumes

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

DGCA's move seeks to ban perfumes for pilots as they have alcohol and can affect the results of breathanalyser tests. But the FAA and EASA have different standards, says senior journalist Shobha John.

I hope to keep going: Nadal says after 14th French Open crown

I hope to keep going: Nadal says after 14th French Open crown

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Nadal arrived in Paris with his own doctor to get through the tournament despite the injury.

How Alcaraz reclaimed World No 1 spot

How Alcaraz reclaimed World No 1 spot

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Victory over Medvedev meant Alcaraz became the youngest man to win the Indian Wells and Miami Open titles, a feat dubbed the 'Sunshine Double'.

Aus Open: Djokovic faces Carballes Baena in first round

Aus Open: Djokovic faces Carballes Baena in first round

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Novak Djokovic will begin his quest for a record-extending 10th Australian Open title against Roberto Carballes Baena.

Tour Finals: Rusty Nadal out; Alcaraz is new World No 1

Tour Finals: Rusty Nadal out; Alcaraz is new World No 1

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Auger-Aliassime, now coached by Nadal's uncle and long-time mentor Toni who sat in his box, will face Fritz in his final group match with a chance of making the last four.

Djokovic, Nadal could meet in French Open quarter-finals

Djokovic, Nadal could meet in French Open quarter-finals

Rediff.com20 May 2022

He was drawn in the toughest half of the draw with Nadal as well as in-form Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz and world number three Alexander Zverev, who could clash in the last eight.

PIX! Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam title!

PIX! Djokovic claims record 23rd Grand Slam title!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic claimed a record-breaking 23rd men's singles Grand Slam title when he beat Norway's Casper Ruud 7-6(1) 6-3 7-5 in the French Open final.

Nadal backs Argentina to respond after Saudi shock

Nadal backs Argentina to respond after Saudi shock

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The 35-year-old also paid tribute to Messi, who played for Real's arch-rivals Barcelona.

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.

Federer 'definitely' planning on Tour return in 2023

Federer 'definitely' planning on Tour return in 2023

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

Roger Federer said he is "definitely" intending to return to top-level tennis in 2023, but added that he had not made any concrete plans beyond his scheduled appearances at the Laver Cup and his home tournament in Basel later this year.

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Aus Open PIX: Nadal battles into 2nd round; Azarenka through

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Images from Day 1 of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Monday.

Injured Nadal unsure if he can play semis against Kyrgios

Injured Nadal unsure if he can play semis against Kyrgios

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Nadal appeared close to retiring mid-match on Wednesday on Centre Court but he found the will to beat Fritz

Laver Cup: Protester sets arm on fire on court

Laver Cup: Protester sets arm on fire on court

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Swiss great Roger Federer is due to take to the court later in the day for the final match of his career, with the 41-year-old partnering his great rival Rafael Nadal to face the American duo of Sock and Frances Tiafoe.

Emotional farewell: Federer and Nadal hold hands and shed tears

Emotional farewell: Federer and Nadal hold hands and shed tears

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

Fierce like firestorm yet soft like marshmallow: Federer and Nadal

Celebs Savour Rafa's Triumph

Celebs Savour Rafa's Triumph

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Watching the clash at the Court Philippe Chatrier were movie stars Hugh Grant, Sienna Miller, Michael Douglas and Demi Moore and royalty, including Spain's King Felipe VI, Norway's Crown Prince Haakon, and Crown Princess Mette-Marit.

Djokovic cements status in GOAT debate

Djokovic cements status in GOAT debate

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic's steady progress in the last few seasons is a testament to his mental strength and physical conditioning.

Injury forces world No. 1 Alcaraz out of Australian Open

Injury forces world No. 1 Alcaraz out of Australian Open

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

World number one Carlos Alcaraz will not play in the Australian Open after picking up a right leg muscle injury during pre-season training, the Spaniard said on Friday.

UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

UCL PIX: Newcastle stun PSG; Man City, Barcelona win

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League

Soccer PIX: Madrid down Villarreal; Kane nets brace in Bayern win

Soccer PIX: Madrid down Villarreal; Kane nets brace in Bayern win

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

IMAGES from the football matches played across Europe on Sunday.

Unvaccinated Djokovic set to miss US events

Unvaccinated Djokovic set to miss US events

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

That decision opened a path for him to target a 10th title at the Grand Slam and tie Rafael Nadal's mark of 22 majors.

Nadal would've 'probably not' played any other Slam with injury

Nadal would've 'probably not' played any other Slam with injury

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Nadal has traditionally started his French Open campaigns with at least one claycourt title under his belt but this year got to the French capital empty-handed.

'I enjoyed the fight, I enjoyed the emotions'

'I enjoyed the fight, I enjoyed the emotions'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

'I feel honoured. I feel lucky to achieve one more very special thing in my tennis career. I don't care much if I am the one or not the one or the best of the history. For me, it's about enjoying nights like today. That means everything for me.'

PIX: Inter down AC Milan to reach Champions League final

PIX: Inter down AC Milan to reach Champions League final

Rediff.com17 May 2023

A second-half goal by forward Lautaro Martinez earned Inter Milan a 1-0 victory over rivals AC Milan in their Champions League semi-final second leg.

Secret to Nadal's longevity

Secret to Nadal's longevity

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Nadal had arrived in Paris nursing a nagging foot injury and even brought a doctor with him to improve his chances

King of Queen's, Alcaraz is World No 1!

King of Queen's, Alcaraz is World No 1!

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

It was only Alcaraz's third tournament on grass, but the way he marched through the draw augurs well for his prospects at Wimbledon, where he will be seeded number one.

Nadal one step away from most improbable triumph

Nadal one step away from most improbable triumph

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

Rafael Nadal will become the first man to win 21 Grand Slam titles if he defeats the Russian in Melbourne.

French Open quarters: Midnight magic awaits as Djokovic faces Nadal

French Open quarters: Midnight magic awaits as Djokovic faces Nadal

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Teen sensation Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev have both said they would not want their quarter-final, also on Tuesday, to be scheduled during the night session.

Champions League PIX: Inter Milan's quick-fire goals sink AC Milan

Champions League PIX: Inter Milan's quick-fire goals sink AC Milan

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Inter Milan scored two early goals to secure an impressive 2-0 win over AC Milan in the Champions League semi-final first leg

Wimbledon PIX: Nadal sets up Kyrgios semis; Halep to face Rybakina in last four

Wimbledon PIX: Nadal sets up Kyrgios semis; Halep to face Rybakina in last four

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

IMAGES from Day 10 of the Wimbledon 2022 Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Wednesday.

Nadal calls Djokovic controversy 'a circus'

Nadal calls Djokovic controversy 'a circus'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

Rafael Nadal called Novak Djokovic's COVID-19 vaccination controversy in Australia "a circus" and joked that he would prefer that the world number one tennis player didn't play at the upcoming Australian Open.

Fritz stops Nadal's winning streak, earns Indian Wells title

Fritz stops Nadal's winning streak, earns Indian Wells title

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Nadal's unbeaten streak of 20 matches in the year 2022 came to an end as he lost to Taylor Fritz

Champions League PIX: Haaland lifts City; Barca win

Champions League PIX: Haaland lifts City; Barca win

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Roundup of Champions League matches played on Wednesday night

Wimbledon: Insatiable Djokovic ready for ultimate showdown with Alcaraz

Wimbledon: Insatiable Djokovic ready for ultimate showdown with Alcaraz

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Even though Carlos Alcaraz recently dethroned him from the top of the world rankings, Novak Djokovic is still considered the man to beat and still has the power to turn opponents into nervous wrecks.

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 defends 'misused' father over Russia flag controversy

Djokovic defends 'misused' father over Russia flag controversy

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Novak Djokovic defended his father after a video emerged showing him posing at the Australian Open with some fans holding Russian flags, saying he was "misused" by the individuals and that his family was against war.

PIX: Djokovic whips Tsitsipas to win 10th Australian Open crown

PIX: Djokovic whips Tsitsipas to win 10th Australian Open crown

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Novak Djokovic won a record-extending 10th Australian Open crown, beating Stefanos Tsitsipas in a generational clash in the men's singles final, at Melbourne Park, on Sunday.

Bopanna in his first ever French Open semis

Bopanna in his first ever French Open semis

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The duo will face El Salvador's Marcelo Arevalo and Netherlands' Jean-Julien Rojer in the semi-finals.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic whips Rublev; meets Paul in semis

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic whips Rublev; meets Paul in semis

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Serbia's Novak Djokovic outclasses Russia's Andrey Rublev to set up a meeting with unseeded Tommy Paul in the semi-finals of the Australian Open on Wednesday.