News for 'Roger Federer'

Djokovic, Federer progress to Shanghai quarters

Djokovic, Federer progress to Shanghai quarters

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

World number one Novak Djokovic produced a majestic display in a 7-5, 6-3 victory over American John Isner on Thursday to extend his winning streak in Asia.

'King of Clay' Nadal calls time on stellar career

'King of Clay' Nadal calls time on stellar career

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Dubbed the 'King of Clay' for his jaw-dropping 112-4 win-loss record at the Paris major, Rafael Nadal's last Roland Garros triumph came in 2022.

Why Federer broke down in tears in Bogota

Why Federer broke down in tears in Bogota

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Roger Federer admits he suffered a "bit of a breakdown" during last month's tour of Mexico and South America after rioting in Colombian capital Bogota forced him to cancel his exhibition match against German's Alexander Zverev.

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.

PHOTOS: Federer makes winning return at Australian Open

PHOTOS: Federer makes winning return at Australian Open

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Roger Federer made a winning return to competitive tennis after six months out of the game on Monday, thrilling a packed Rod Laver Arena as he beat qualifier Juergen Melzer 7-5, 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 to reach the Australian Open second round.

Bookies, experts, Federer is everyone's favourite for Aus Open

Bookies, experts, Federer is everyone's favourite for Aus Open

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Federer's bid for a 20th grand slam title will be aided by the absences of Andy Murray and Kei Nishikori, as well as lingering injuries to top players who are still expected to play like Rafael Nadal and Stan Wawrinka.

Destiny child Alcaraz treasures Nadal heritage

Destiny child Alcaraz treasures Nadal heritage

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz completed a thrilling comeback to capture his fifth Grand Slam title at the French Open on Sunday, drawing level with his childhood idol Rafael Nadal's tally at the same age.

Nocturnal Federer makes light of day shift

Nocturnal Federer makes light of day shift

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

The defending champion did not require his dazzling best against 80th-ranked Hungarian Marton Fucsovics in his first match scheduled during the day session but still emerged a comfortable 6-4, 7-6(3), 6-2 winner.

Look, Who's On A Comeback Trail

Look, Who's On A Comeback Trail

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'Rehab is rockinggggggg,' says 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.

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.

PHOTOS: Federer's day out in Brisbane

PHOTOS: Federer's day out in Brisbane

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

With only two weeks to go for the Australian Open, tennis stars Roger Federer, Victoria Azarenka, Radek Stepanek and Garbine Muguruza were seen in a light-spirited mood in Brisbane. As part of Nickelodeon Kids Day, the tennis stars led by 17-time Grand Slam winner Roger Federer posed for pictures with cartoon characters.

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final to win a men's record-extending 23rd Grand Slam title.

Federer not concerned by Djokovic's ranking

Federer not concerned by Djokovic's ranking

Rediff.com19 Nov 2008

Roger Federer said on Tuesday he was not that bothered about Serbia's Novak Djokovic closing in on his ranking as world number two. "I'm going to sleep well for a month. He (Djokovic) is not going to pass me anytime soon," Federer told a news conference.

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.

Federer, Myskina are ITF world champions

Federer, Myskina are ITF world champions

Rediff.com21 Dec 2004

The 23-year-old Federer dominated the men's game this year, winning 11 titles including three Grand Slams and the Masters Cup.

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

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.

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.

'Just felt out of gas': Djokovic on US Open exit

'Just felt out of gas': Djokovic on US Open exit

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Novak Djokovic said the pursuit of Olympic gold left him without much in the tank for his US Open title defence.

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?

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.

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 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.

'We all hope for a fairytale ending'

'We all hope for a fairytale ending'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

'Here's how mine went: Lost my last singles, Lost my last doubles, Lost my last team event, Lost my voice during the week, Lost my job'.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 to skip Australian Open and not return until mid-2022

Federer to skip Australian Open and not return until mid-2022

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Roger Federer will miss the Australian Open in January and is unlikely to return to competition until mid-2022 as he recovers from multiple knee surgeries, the former world number one told Swiss media.

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

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.

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.

'I'll get a kangaroo tattoo': Alcaraz's Aussie dream

'I'll get a kangaroo tattoo': Alcaraz's Aussie dream

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Alcaraz has not gone beyond the quarter-finals in his three previous visits to Melbourne, but that has not stopped the world number three from dreaming of glory in the Jan. 12-26 event.

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.

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.

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.

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.