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Federer waves the flag as Porsche takes lead at Le Mans

Federer waves the flag as Porsche takes lead at Le Mans

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Swiss tennis great Roger Federer waved the French flag to get the 93rd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans underway on Saturday.

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis.

Federer Meets Taylor Swift

Federer Meets Taylor Swift

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The tennis great posted a selfie with Swift on Instagram with the caption: 'In my Swiftie era.'

The GOAT Is Back At Wimbledon!

The GOAT Is Back At Wimbledon!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Roger Federer, accompanied by his wife Mirka, was spotted in the Royal Box during the fourth-round match between Novak Djokovic and Alex de Minaur.

Purposeful Djokovic glides into 3rd round at Melbourne

Purposeful Djokovic glides into 3rd round at Melbourne

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Djokovic brought up set point with an acrobatic backhand and secured the set with an unreturned shot from the same flank to close in on his 399th Grand Slam match victory, and his 101st in Melbourne, leaving him one shy of recordholder Roger Federer.

PICS: A Reunion for the Ages as Fedal Meet in Spain

PICS: A Reunion for the Ages as Fedal Meet in Spain

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Roger and Mirka was also seen speaking with a few students of the Academy.

When Roger Met Neeraj

When Roger Met Neeraj

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Tennis legend Roger Federer and Olympic Gold medalist Neeraj Chopra met in Zurich, marking a rare convergence of two iconic athletes from different sporting domains.

UAE Royals co-owner Virat Kohli signs up Roger Federer for IPTL 2

UAE Royals co-owner Virat Kohli signs up Roger Federer for IPTL 2

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

One of the greatest tennis players of all time and current world number two, Roger Federer has joined the UAE Royals franchise in the second season of the Coca-Cola International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) 2015 that will be held from 2nd to 20th December 2015.

AO 2026: Youngest ever! Alcaraz completes Slam set at 22

AO 2026: Youngest ever! Alcaraz completes Slam set at 22

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Factbox on Carlos Alcaraz, who beat Serbian fourth seed Novak Djokovic to win his first Australian Open title on Sunday, increasing his overall Grand Slam tally to seven.

Australian Open: Djokovic's Dazzling Acrobatics On Show

Australian Open: Djokovic's Dazzling Acrobatics On Show

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic slides, stretches and dominates to reach the Australian Open third round and move within one win of 400 Grand Slam victories.

400 Grand Slam wins! Unstoppable Djokovic makes history at 2026 AO

400 Grand Slam wins! Unstoppable Djokovic makes history at 2026 AO

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic doused Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(4) at the Australian Open to reach the fourth round and add another line in the record book during his bid for a standalone 25th Grand Slam title.

American Fritz to headline $1 million MGM Slam in Las Vegas

American Fritz to headline $1 million MGM Slam in Las Vegas

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The event comes at a time when tennis is facing criticism over its relentless tour schedule.

Neeraj Chopra watches Sinner make Wimbledon history

Neeraj Chopra watches Sinner make Wimbledon history

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra added another sporting experience to his name on Sunday

Football's first billionaire revealed!

Football's first billionaire revealed!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer to reach billionaire status, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which has valued the Portugal great's net worth at an estimated $1.4 billion.

Alcaraz eyes Calendar-year Slam

Alcaraz eyes Calendar-year Slam

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Carlos Alcaraz says winning all four Grand Slams at 22 has only fuelled his hunger, but the world No. 1 insists he won't chase a calendar Slam, choosing instead to take the majors one at a time.

Wimbledon: When Tendulkar met Federer

Wimbledon: When Tendulkar met Federer

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Sitting in the Royal Box, Tendulkar received a standing ovation from the Centre Court crowd.

Alcaraz and Sinner drop big doubles hint

Alcaraz and Sinner drop big doubles hint

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

As Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner prepare for their season-opening exhibition match in Incheon, the world's top two men's tennis players floated the prospect of one day playing together in a doubles tournament.

Roger Binny to continue as BCCI president till September

Roger Binny to continue as BCCI president till September

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Roger Binny, if BCCI state unit members agree, can continue till 75 which is now the cut-off age for office bearers of National Sports Federations

Veterans Wawrinka, Cilic roll back the years at Australian Open

Veterans Wawrinka, Cilic roll back the years at Australian Open

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

'The only reason I come back is because of the love you (fans) give me'

PIX: Federer adds touch of style to Oscars

PIX: Federer adds touch of style to Oscars

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Federer was joined by his wife Mirka, who herself made a pretty picture in a black collared gown.

2026 Aus Open: Two sets down, Djokovic saved by Musetti injury

2026 Aus Open: Two sets down, Djokovic saved by Musetti injury

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic's quest for a record Grand Slam title continued in dramatic circumstances after fifth seed Lorenzo Musetti quit their Australian Open quarter-final match with an injury after taking a two-set lead at Melbourne Park on Wednesday.

'It will be a huge honour to share the court with Roger Federer'

'It will be a huge honour to share the court with Roger Federer'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

Sania Mirza's dream of playing alongside Roger Federer will be realised when the two team up for the mixed doubles in the third leg of the International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) beginning on Saturday.

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Stanislas Wawrinka will hang up his racquet at the end of 2026, the three-times Grand Slam champion announced on Friday, bringing down the curtain on a 24-year professional career that saw him gatecrash tennis's elite during the sport's golden era.

Rocket Man Meets Federer Express!

Rocket Man Meets Federer Express!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

'Iconic to see the rocket man live @eltonofficial,' Roger Federer tweeted with a photo alongside Elton John after attending the live gig.

'New Two' roadblock for Djokovic at Australian Open

'New Two' roadblock for Djokovic at Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic, who is eyeing a record 25th Grand Slam title, looks likely to need to beat either Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz or both at the business end of the Australian Open.

Sabalenka, Kyrgios Blast Critics Of Battle Of The Sexes

Sabalenka, Kyrgios Blast Critics Of Battle Of The Sexes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defended their controversial "Battle of the Sexes" match and said they failed to understand why an exhibition aimed at showcasing tennis drew so much negativity from the tennis community.

Why would Tendulkar love to bat with Federer?

Why would Tendulkar love to bat with Federer?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The 51-year-old from Mumbai also said he loved playing tennis with the late Australian spin great Shane Warne and former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh and described them as cricketers who would make best doubles partners.

Djokovic-Alcaraz face-off as history beckons at Aus Open final!!

Djokovic-Alcaraz face-off as history beckons at Aus Open final!!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz clash in the Australian Open final with history on the line as Djokovic chases a record 25th Slam and Alcaraz eyes a career Grand Slam.

Federer Takes A Tuk-Tuk; Deepika Likes

Federer Takes A Tuk-Tuk; Deepika Likes

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

The video didn't just resonate with tennis enthusiasts but also caught the eye of Bollywood sensation Deepika Padukone.

PIX: Tendulkar in elite company as stars descend at Wimbledon

PIX: Tendulkar in elite company as stars descend at Wimbledon

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Sachin Tendulkar was snapped, flanked by 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer and Bjorn Borg, who has won 11 majors.

Neeraj seeks Federer's fluidity, Tendulkar's superpower

Neeraj seeks Federer's fluidity, Tendulkar's superpower

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'I try to stay calm on the day of my event. I don't think too much about it. I just focus on giving my 100%. I try to stay relaxed, eat good food, and rest well.'

After reclaiming No 1 spot, Alcaraz eyes elusive title

After reclaiming No 1 spot, Alcaraz eyes elusive title

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Carlos Alcaraz would rather win his first Australian Open than retain his French Open and US Open titles next year, the Spaniard said on Friday, a day after sealing the year-end world number one ranking at the ATP Finals.

'Adventure of a lifetime': Federer sings at Coldplay concert

'Adventure of a lifetime': Federer sings at Coldplay concert

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

This tennis legend is definitely rocking the retired life.

'You made me re-imagine my game': Federer's emotional tribute to Nadal

'You made me re-imagine my game': Federer's emotional tribute to Nadal

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Roger Federer paid tribute to his retiring rival Rafael Nadal on Tuesday, telling the Spaniard he challenged him like no other player.

Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open as Sinner retires in final

Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open as Sinner retires in final

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Carlos Alcaraz won the Cincinnati Open after top seed Jannik Sinner retired while trailing 5-0 in the first set of their final on Monday.

Federer's Dinner Date With Friends

Federer's Dinner Date With Friends

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

'Heading to dinner with some friends,' Roger captioned a selfie clicked with fellow legends Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic, with the London Bridge in the background.

SEE: When Rafa Nadal Jr Met Daddy's Big Three Rivals

SEE: When Rafa Nadal Jr Met Daddy's Big Three Rivals

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Nadal took to X on Monday and expressed his gratitude to his long-time rivals for their presence at the tribute.

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday Special: Age, Stats, Goals and Net Worth Details

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday Special: Age, Stats, Goals and Net Worth Details

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo birthday special coverage: Check Cristiano Ronaldo age, stats, total goals, career records, trophies and net worth details.

'Dear Roger, my friend and rival...'

'Dear Roger, my friend and rival...'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

'It's been a pleasure but also an honour and privilege to share all these years with you, living so many amazing moments on and off the court.'

Djokovic wins 101st title, withdraws from ATP Finals

Djokovic wins 101st title, withdraws from ATP Finals

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

The 38-year-old said he had been dealing with the injury throughout the tournament in Athens.