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'Andy will always be a titan'

'Andy will always be a titan'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

'Remarkable discipline for training, competition, sacrifice, perfection, a little crazy but a legend of a bloke. Bravo Andy'.

The Favourite is the favourite at BAFTAs

The Favourite is the favourite at BAFTAs

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

Yorgos Lanthimos's royal drama has 12 nominations!

The key factors to Murray lifting his 2nd Wimbledon title

The key factors to Murray lifting his 2nd Wimbledon title

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

World No 2 two Andy Murray produced a masterful performance to beat Canada's Milos Raonic in the Wimbledon men's singles final on Sunday, winning 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2). These are the keys to his victory.

Did jobless Mourinho send 'love letter' to Man Utd?

Did jobless Mourinho send 'love letter' to Man Utd?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

Jose Mourinho's agent has dismissed as 'absolutely ridiculous and totally absurd' a report that the Portuguese wrote a 'love letter' to Manchester United to trumpet his case to be their next manager.

Murray to meet Ljubicic in Qatar Open final

Murray to meet Ljubicic in Qatar Open final

Rediff.com6 Jan 2007

Britain's Andy Murray knocked out top-seeded Russian Nikolay Davydenko 7-5 6-2 on Friday to set up a final meeting with Croatian Ivan Ljubicic at the $1 million Qatar Open.

Can van Nistelrooy deliver for Real?

Can van Nistelrooy deliver for Real?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2006

Nadal wins thriller against Murray

Nadal wins thriller against Murray

Rediff.com19 Oct 2007

Rafael Nadal posted a 7-6, 6-4 win over Andy Murray to claim a place in the quarter-finals of the Madrid Masters.

BJP defends army's operation on terrorist hideouts in Myanmar

BJP defends army's operation on terrorist hideouts in Myanmar

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Amid attacks by the Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday said that the operation conducted by Indian Army on the terrorist hideouts in Myanmar.

Murray named BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Murray named BBC Sports Personality of the Year

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray, the first British winner of the men's title for 77 years, was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Sunday.

RSS chief backs Modi, says only Hindutva can transform India

RSS chief backs Modi, says only Hindutva can transform India

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Backing Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's elevation in the Bharatiya Janata Party, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday said that Hindutva was the only way to bring about change in the country.

'MNCs doing unethical biz, disrespecting laws'

'MNCs doing unethical biz, disrespecting laws'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Swadeshi Jagran Manch on Sunday targeted MNCs.

Murray is a tactical 'genius', says Wilander

Murray is a tactical 'genius', says Wilander

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Andy Murray will need to be at his streetwise best to beat Stan Wawrinka in the French Open semi-finals on Friday, three-times former Roland Garros champion Mats Wilander told Reuters.

De Villiers overtakes Gayle in World Cup MVP standings

De Villiers overtakes Gayle in World Cup MVP standings

Rediff.com7 Mar 2015

Strangely, despite four wins on the trot, none of India's players have even figured in the top 20 of the MVPI table.

McLaren win drought continues

McLaren win drought continues

Rediff.com1 Oct 2006

McLaren last went a year without a victory when Mika Hakkinen and Scot David Coulthard were driving for the team in 1996.

Women's WC: Scotland out as Argentina snatch draw

Women's WC: Scotland out as Argentina snatch draw

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

Argentina became the first ever side to come from three goals down to avoid defeat in a women's World Cup match.

World Cup for homeless brings hope

World Cup for homeless brings hope

Rediff.com15 Sep 2006

PHOTOS: Simon knocks out Wawrinka in Shanghai; Djokovic, Murray advance

PHOTOS: Simon knocks out Wawrinka in Shanghai; Djokovic, Murray advance

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

US Open champion Stan Wawrinka was knocked out of the Shanghai Open after a third round defeat, while Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray moved into the quarters.

God help the Siskiyaan viewer

God help the Siskiyaan viewer

Rediff.com30 Sep 2005

Britain to focus on Swiss weak-link

Britain to focus on Swiss weak-link

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

Car import case: Madras HC upholds 2-yr jail term for Sasikala's husband

Car import case: Madras HC upholds 2-yr jail term for Sasikala's husband

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Justice G Jayachandran said there is ample evidence placed before the court by the prosecution to show that these accused were involved in cheating the government by producing forged documents.

Murray pulls out of US Open, may miss rest of season

Murray pulls out of US Open, may miss rest of season

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

Britain's world number two Andy Murray pulled out of the US Open on Saturday, citing a hip injury.

Southampton's Mane grabs fastest Premier League hat-trick

Southampton's Mane grabs fastest Premier League hat-trick

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Southampton's Senegal forward Sadio Mane scored the fastest Premier League hat-trick as he broke a 20-year-old record to help them lead 5-1 at home to Aston Villa by halftime on Saturday.

Ex-CMs 'rotting in jail' for graft, no one will be spared: PM

Ex-CMs 'rotting in jail' for graft, no one will be spared: PM

Rediff.com28 Jan 2018

Modi said people used to believe that the rich and powerful were not affected by anti-corruption drives and asserted that it was no longer true.

Swamy made Agusta charges with no proof: Congress

Swamy made Agusta charges with no proof: Congress

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Congress MP Shantaram Naik on Tuesday gave a notice for breach of privilege against Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy in Rajya Sabha.

Button can become a champion: Stewart

Button can become a champion: Stewart

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

Three times world champion Jackie Stewart said the Briton can go on to become a multiple race winner and world champion.

Cong to give privilege motions against Swamy, Parrikar in RS

Cong to give privilege motions against Swamy, Parrikar in RS

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Going on the counteroffensive, the Congress will be giving privilege motions against Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy and Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar in Rajya Sabha on Friday

Abu Dhabi GP: Di Resta finishes sixth, Sutil 10th

Abu Dhabi GP: Di Resta finishes sixth, Sutil 10th

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Force India had something to cheer about. Paul Di Resta delivered a great result for Sahara Force India by finishing sixth, his second-best of the season, while Adrian Sutil came 10th in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday.

How Edmund subdued Dimitrov to reach Aus Open semis

How Edmund subdued Dimitrov to reach Aus Open semis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

Edmund, playing in his first Grand Glam quarter-final, showed no nerves as he blazed away with his fearsome forehand to subdue a nervy Dimitrov.

Murray splits with coach Mauresmo

Murray splits with coach Mauresmo

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Andy Murray and his coach Amelie Mauresmo have agreed to end their two-year working relationship, the British world number three said on Monday.

Hamilton already favourite for 2018 F1 title?

Hamilton already favourite for 2018 F1 title?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

Bookmakers William Hill have the Briton as 15/8 favourite for the 2018 drivers championship, with Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel at 3/1 and Red Bull's Max Verstappen at 10/3.

Andy Murray in 'one more push' as Britain eye final

Andy Murray in 'one more push' as Britain eye final

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Andy Murray is ready for "one more big push" this week as he tries to steer defending champions Britain into the Davis Cup final.

Paddington 2 Review: Sweet, snuggly sequel!

Paddington 2 Review: Sweet, snuggly sequel!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

'While the kids are sure to learn a thing or two about good behaviour, it's the spirit of community living gently conveyed in scenes of Paddington's selfless involvement around his neighbourhood that make the film a lot more timely than expected from standard children's fare,' notes Sukanya Verma.

Ferrer survives Murray scare

Ferrer survives Murray scare

Rediff.com26 Apr 2006

Fifth seed David Ferrer beat British teenager Andy Murray 4-6 ,7-6, 6-1 in the second round of the Barcelona Open

Government mulls jail term for doping under new law

Government mulls jail term for doping under new law

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Sports Minister Vijay Goel said he fears that doping may fast spread to the junior level and it needs to be curbed by creating fear in the minds of athletes.

Tennis round-up: Dimitrov vs Nishikori in Brisbane; Murray-Djokovic face off in Doha

Tennis round-up: Dimitrov vs Nishikori in Brisbane; Murray-Djokovic face off in Doha

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov upset top seed and defending champion Milos Raonic of Canada at the Brisbane International on Saturday to set up a title clash against Japan's Kei Nishikori.

'Ruling on CBI a disaster; prison gates will be left open'

'Ruling on CBI a disaster; prison gates will be left open'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The ripple effects of Gauhati high court's ruling holding as 'unconstitutional' the setting up of the Central Bureau of Investigation was felt in criminal courts in New Delhi and legal experts expressed apprehension about "disastrous" implications of the verdict.

#KamalaMills fire: Bollywood is 'sad, angry, shocked'

#KamalaMills fire: Bollywood is 'sad, angry, shocked'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

'Who actually implements fire safety standards?'

Murray stuns Hewitt in final

Murray stuns Hewitt in final

Rediff.com20 Feb 2006

18-year-old Andrew Murray battled from a set down to win 2-6, 6-1, 7-6 in the final of the SAP Open.

Murray stuns Roddick

Murray stuns Roddick

Rediff.com19 Feb 2006

The British teenager pulled off the biggest win of his career to set up a meeting with Lleyton Hewitt in the final of the SAP Open.