News for 'Roger Federer'

Get ready for Federer vs Serena!

Get ready for Federer vs Serena!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

Roger Federer and Serena Williams, holders of a combined 43 singles Grand Slam titles, will face each other for the first time on Tuesday when they feature in the Hopman Cup mixed doubles match.

Pain-free Federer eyes return at Australian Open

Pain-free Federer eyes return at Australian Open

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Roger Federer is practising pain-free after undergoing two knee surgeries this year and says he expects to return to the circuit at the Australian Open in January.

What caused Federer's downfall against del Potro

What caused Federer's downfall against del Potro

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

Roger Federer blamed troubled preparations for his US Open quarter-final exit on Wednesday, saying he had spent most of the time leading up to the year's final Grand Slam worrying about his back instead of focusing on training.

Security breach as fan attempts selfie with Federer

Security breach as fan attempts selfie with Federer

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Security was breached at the French Open on Sunday when a fan jumped onto Court Philippe Chatrier and attempted to take a selfie with Roger Federer.

Don't write off Federer yet!

Don't write off Federer yet!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2010

He has not won any tournament since the Australian Open in January. Last week, he even lost on grass. Will it be a different story at Wimbledon?

US Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Djokovic oldest man in last 16

US Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Djokovic oldest man in last 16

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Novak Djokovic's battling victory under the lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium made him the oldest man to reach the last 16 at the US Open.

Federer is box office athlete, says Australian Open boss

Federer is box office athlete, says Australian Open boss

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley has defended giving Roger Federer 'prime time' treatment at the year's first Grand Slam, saying it was a matter of meeting fans and broadcasters' demands for the 'box office' athlete.

Aus Open: Brazilian teen Fonseca knocks out Rublev

Aus Open: Brazilian teen Fonseca knocks out Rublev

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Rublev dug deep in the third set and was a break ahead but Fonseca showed incredible poise and maturity at critical moments to set up another tiebreaker.

Nadal, Federer re-enter ATP politics

Nadal, Federer re-enter ATP politics

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Friction has dogged the ATP Player Council, whose president is world number one Novak Djokovic, this year since ATP president Chris Kermode failed to gain support for another term.

Federer withdraws from inaugural ATP Cup

Federer withdraws from inaugural ATP Cup

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Roger Federer's decision to withdraw means Switzerland can no longer take part in the nation-based event on January 3-12

PHOTOS: Djokovic downs Federer to retain Indian Wells title

PHOTOS: Djokovic downs Federer to retain Indian Wells title

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

World No 1 Novak Djokovic fought off a determined challenge from Swiss great Roger Federer on Sunday to claim back-to-back titles at Indian Wells and celebrate his 50th tournament win on the ATP Tour.

Rafa Nadal - The Highs, Lows and everything in between!

Rafa Nadal - The Highs, Lows and everything in between!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Here is a quick glance of all the highs and lows from Nadal's stupendous career:

Djokovic quells Federer fightback to enter Aus Open final

Djokovic quells Federer fightback to enter Aus Open final

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Champion Novak Djokovic foiled a stirring fightback from Roger Federer to defeat the Swiss 6-1, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 at the Australian Open on Thursday and charge into a fifth successive Grand Slam final.

Dubai Open: Federer returns with easy win over Paire

Dubai Open: Federer returns with easy win over Paire

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Roger Federer breezed back into action to reach the second round of the Dubai Open with a straightforward 6-1, 6-3 over erratic Frenchman Benoit Paire on Monday.

Federer beaten by Spaniard Andujar on Tour return

Federer beaten by Spaniard Andujar on Tour return

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Andujar, ranked 75th in the world, made a strong start, while Federer struggled to settle into his serving rhythm early on.

Federer, Serena skip IPTL due to 'economic climate'

Federer, Serena skip IPTL due to 'economic climate'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

International Premier Tennis League founder Mahesh Bhupathi, one of India's most successful doubles player, confirmed the absence of the two star players.

'Won't sleep tonight..' Sinner rues missed chances

'Won't sleep tonight..' Sinner rues missed chances

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Sinner prepares for sleepless night after dramatic loss to Alcaraz at French Open

ATP Rankings: Federer overtakes Murray as world number two

ATP Rankings: Federer overtakes Murray as world number two

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Andy Murray has lost the world number two spot to Roger Federer in the latest ATP rankings released on Monday, after his defeat to Novak Djokovic in the Madrid Masters final.

Federer and Nadal to attempt world record in Cape Town

Federer and Nadal to attempt world record in Cape Town

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will attempt to set a world record for attendance at a tennis match, with the help of some celebrity guests, when they play an exhibition game in Cape Town in February.

Federer whips De Minaur for record 10th Basel title

Federer whips De Minaur for record 10th Basel title

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

Roger Federer clinched a record-extending 10th Swiss Indoors championship title in his hometown of Basel with a crushing 6-2, 6-2 victory over Australia's Alex de Minaur on Sunday.

Dubai Championships: Federer floors Djokovic in straight sets

Dubai Championships: Federer floors Djokovic in straight sets

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Roger Federer beat Novak Djokovic 6-3, 7-5 in the final of the Dubai Championships.

Federer must feel way against Murray

Federer must feel way against Murray

Rediff.com20 Mar 2009

Andy Murray knows what he must do to stretch his winning streak over 13-times grand slam champion Roger Federer -- the Swiss, though, is still unsure how to stop his nemesis.

Look, Who's On A Comeback Trail

Look, Who's On A Comeback Trail

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'Rehab is rockinggggggg,' says Roger Federer.

Federer wins record eighth Wimbledon title as Cilic crumbles

Federer wins record eighth Wimbledon title as Cilic crumbles

Rediff.com16 Jul 2017

Ruthless Roger Federer thrashed suffering Croat Marin Cilic 6-3, 6-1, 6-4 to become the first man to win eight Wimbledon singles crowns on Sunday, five years after landing his seventh.

Djokovic eyes 100th title, snubs No1 ranking

Djokovic eyes 100th title, snubs No1 ranking

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Djokovic has spent more than 400 weeks at number one and now sits fifth in the rankings

Federer wants better prize money distribution

Federer wants better prize money distribution

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

Speaking after a 3-6, 6-2, 6-3, 6-4 win over Bosnian Damir Dzumhur, Federer said the prize money for players at the top of the sport had improved significantly since he began playing but that was not the case at the other end of the spectrum.

Evergreen Federer already eyeing 2019 Aus Open

Evergreen Federer already eyeing 2019 Aus Open

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Australian Open champion Roger Federer is set to continue defying Father Time after announcing he will return to defend his title next year.

Wimbledon draw is out!

Wimbledon draw is out!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

French Open champion Gauff is in line for a clash with fellow American Jessica Pegula.

I need grasscourt tips from Roger: Schiavone

I need grasscourt tips from Roger: Schiavone

Rediff.com19 Jun 2011

Francesca Schiavone can offer plenty of ideas about how to succeed on clay. When it comes to grass, however, she has only one suggestion.

Federer opposes on-court coaching

Federer opposes on-court coaching

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

Roger Federer says he would be opposed to men's tennis following the women's example and allowing on-court coaching.

IN PHOTOS: Federer, other tennis stars get a taste of India

IN PHOTOS: Federer, other tennis stars get a taste of India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Seven-time Wimbledon champion and 17-time Grand Slam winner Roger Federer got a taste of India when he feasted on a giant naan (bread), served with the usual non-vegetarian and vegetarian accompaniments at a signature restaurant during his second trip to the country.

Tennis: Murray's comeback ends in defeat; Federer cruises

Tennis: Murray's comeback ends in defeat; Federer cruises

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

Former world number one Andy Murray's comeback from a year-long injury layoff was ended by Nick Kyrgios at Queen's Club on Tuesday but only after the Briton produced a typically dogged display of resistance.

Federer is very important for our sport, says Djokovic

Federer is very important for our sport, says Djokovic

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

World number one Novak Djokovic said on Wednesday he hopes rival Roger Federer will return to competitive action soon and be able to compete with the best again after the Swiss great said he would miss the Australian Open in January.

Thiem's up for beaten Federer in Rome

Thiem's up for beaten Federer in Rome

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Roger Federer's struggles continued when he was beaten 7-6 (2), 6-4 by fast-rising Austrian Dominic Thiem in the third round of the Italian Open in Rome, on Thursday.

Shanghai Masters: Coric stuns Federer, faces Djokovic in final

Shanghai Masters: Coric stuns Federer, faces Djokovic in final

Rediff.com13 Oct 2018

Coric was quick out of the blocks at the Qi Zhong Stadium as he broke in the opening game against the top seed and only lost five points on serve to clinch the first set in 34 minutes.

Djokovic gets the better of Federer again, wins third Wimbledon title

Djokovic gets the better of Federer again, wins third Wimbledon title

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Novak Djokovic beat Roger Federer for a second year running to retain his Wimbledon title.

Injury chaos hits US Open: Shelton breaks down in tears

Injury chaos hits US Open: Shelton breaks down in tears

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Canadian Open champion Shelton was locked in an entertaining contest with Frenchman Adrian Mannarino in the day's opening match on Louis Armstrong Stadium when his tournament suddenly unravelled.

Why Federer can't even think of winning French Open

Why Federer can't even think of winning French Open

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Federer's preparations for the claycourt Grand Slam were cut short in Geneva

Lip-smacking Aus Open semis! Djokovic to meet Federer

Lip-smacking Aus Open semis! Djokovic to meet Federer

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Reigning champion Novak Djokovic and No 3 seed Roger Federer will square off in a modern tennis classic when they take to centre court in the first men's semi-final at the Australian Open on Thursday.