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Pressure? What pressure? says Raducanu after defeat

Pressure? What pressure? says Raducanu after defeat

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Raducanu said defeats like the one she suffered on Wednesday were just part of the learning process.

England's Robinson apologises for old racist, sexist posts

England's Robinson apologises for old racist, sexist posts

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

England fast bowler Ollie Robinson apologised "unreservedly" for historical racist and sexist tweets that came to light on Wednesday when he made his Test debut against New Zealand at Lord's.

Wenger must end Mourinho jinx to slow Chelsea charge

Wenger must end Mourinho jinx to slow Chelsea charge

Rediff.com23 Apr 2015

Arsene Wenger gets another chance to finally beat his old nemesis and keep the Premier League title race alive for a little longer when Arsenal host leaders Chelsea on Sunday.

COVID positive Querrey accused of quarantine breach in Russia

COVID positive Querrey accused of quarantine breach in Russia

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

In a statement, the tournament organisers said Querrey did not open the door for a doctor's visit on Monday and the family left the hotel next day without informing the reception.

Murray-Williams stun 14th seeds to enter third round

Murray-Williams stun 14th seeds to enter third round

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Andy Murray and Serena Williams entered the third round of the mixed doubles at Wimbledon, defeating 14th seeds Fabrice Martin and Raquel Atawo 7-5, 6-3 on centre-court, on Tuesday.

League Cup: Rashford strikes as Manchester Utd outclass Forest

League Cup: Rashford strikes as Manchester Utd outclass Forest

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Marcus Rashford continued his fine season as he scored again to help Manchester United beat Nottingham Forest 3-0 in their League Cup semi-final first leg on Wednesday.

It's too cold to play tennis, says Nadal after win

It's too cold to play tennis, says Nadal after win

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The 12-time French Open champion unhappy with schedule.

Djokovic's timely adjustments on grass to boost Wimbledon chances

Djokovic's timely adjustments on grass to boost Wimbledon chances

Rediff.com2 Jul 2017

It was his first tournament win since January and has left the world number four confident of mounting a challenge at Wimbledon, where he has been drawn against Slovakia's Martin Klizan in the first round.

9 year ban for FIFA's Valcke?

9 year ban for FIFA's Valcke?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

FIFA's ethics watchdog has recommended a nine-year ban for secretary-general Jerome Valcke over World Cup ticket selling accusations, one of many corruption allegations involving officials at soccer's crisis-plagued governing body.

King Nadal continues Paris reign with record-equalling 20th Slam

King Nadal continues Paris reign with record-equalling 20th Slam

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

Nadal has won his 13th French Open singles title and 20th Grand Slam tournament by beating Novak Djokovic in straight sets.

FIFA scandal: Blatter, Platini facing possible six-year ban from football

FIFA scandal: Blatter, Platini facing possible six-year ban from football

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

FIFA president Sepp Blatter and his UEFA counterpart Michel Platini could face a six-year ban from football-related activities due to corruption proceedings against them.

PHOTOS: England beat France on night of solidarity at Wembley

PHOTOS: England beat France on night of solidarity at Wembley

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

England beat France 2-0 in an emotional friendly at Wembley on Tuesday when more than 70,000 fans paid tribute to the victims of the Paris attacks with English fans roaring out a spine-tingling rendition of the visitors' national anthem.

Platini called French sports ministry to insist he's clean

Platini called French sports ministry to insist he's clean

Rediff.com3 Oct 2015

UEFA president Michel Platini, freshly embroiled in the FIFA scandal over a 1.8-million euro payment he received from president Sepp Blatter, called the French sports ministry to insist he had done nothing wrong.

Hard to digest: Harmanpreet on India's CWG final loss

Hard to digest: Harmanpreet on India's CWG final loss

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

India suffered an embarrassing 0-7 drubbing at the hands of defending champions Australia to settle for a silver medal

1st ODI PIX: Australia ease to victory over England

1st ODI PIX: Australia ease to victory over England

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Images from the first ODI between England and Australia, at Old Trafford in Manchester, on Friday

'Not right to play both Anderson-Broad in Tests'

'Not right to play both Anderson-Broad in Tests'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

The days of James Anderson and Stuart Broad spearheading England's fast bowling attack are over, according to former captain Michael Vaughan.

PHOTOS: Chelsea edge past Arsenal; Spurs down Fulham

PHOTOS: Chelsea edge past Arsenal; Spurs down Fulham

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Chelsea beat Arsenal 3-2 in a pulsating London English Premier League derby on Saturday with defender Marcos Alonso scoring an 81st-minute winner after the Gunners had fought back from an early 2-0 deficit.

England paceman Finn takes hat-trick against Australia

England paceman Finn takes hat-trick against Australia

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

England fast bowler Steven Finn took a bizarre hat-trick off the last three balls in Saturday's World Cup clash against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Spanish finalist Muguruza growing to love grass

Spanish finalist Muguruza growing to love grass

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

Spaniard Garbine Muguruza's relationship with grasscourt tennis has not been smooth but it has blossomed so spectacularly.

Will saliva ban enhance bowlers' skills?

Will saliva ban enhance bowlers' skills?

Rediff.com24 May 2020

England captain Joe Root believes the likely ban on using saliva to shine the ball in the post COVID-19 pandemic world can actually improve the skills of the bowlers, who will have to put more effort to get something out of the pitch.

EPL PHOTOS: Henderson stunner headlines Liverpool win over Chelsea

EPL PHOTOS: Henderson stunner headlines Liverpool win over Chelsea

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

A stunning strike from Jordan Henderson helped Liverpool secure a comfortable 2-1 win at Chelsea on Friday that ended the London club's unbeaten start to the season and underlined the growing potential of Juergen Klopp's side.

Nadal out for up to six weeks with stress fracture in rib

Nadal out for up to six weeks with stress fracture in rib

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

'I'm disappointed and sad because after a good start to the season I was coming to a very important part of the year with very good feelings and good results.'

De Gea stars in United's sixth successive win

De Gea stars in United's sixth successive win

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

The difference in fortunes since Liverpool won 3-0 away to Manchester United in March was illustrated when Louis Van Gaal's team reversed that scoreline on Sunday.

Morgan wants Ireland games to be used as practice for WT20

Morgan wants Ireland games to be used as practice for WT20

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Cricket authorities said late last month they were still planning for the World Cup in October, although Cricket Australia has conceded the entire international schedule is up in the air due to the virus.

Ousted England prepare to get back on the saddle

Ousted England prepare to get back on the saddle

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

Under-fire England held their first news conference since being knocked out of the World Cup on Wednesday with inexperienced all-rounder Chris Jordan handed the responsibility of addressing the media on behalf of the squad.

Lampard lauds Terry as greatest Premier League defender

Lampard lauds Terry as greatest Premier League defender

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has hailed John Terry as the Premier League's greatest ever defender after the club announced their captain will leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season.

Ouch! It stings! Wenger rebukes Henry

Ouch! It stings! Wenger rebukes Henry

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has hit back over former striker Thierry Henry's comments that he had never seen the club's supporters as angry as they were during the club's defeat to Swansea City.

England's World Cup hopes hanging by a thread

England's World Cup hopes hanging by a thread

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

The loss to Sri Lanka has left England's quarter-final chances hanging in the balance and reliant on them beating Bangladesh in Adelaide on March 9. A wash-out would end their hopes.

Southee, McCullum destroy England in Wellington

Southee, McCullum destroy England in Wellington

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

New Zealand's Tim Southee produced a brilliant spell of swing bowling for career best figures of 7-33 to dismiss England for 123 in their World Cup Pool A match at Wellington Regional Stadium on Friday.

PIX! Arsenal survive massive scare

PIX! Arsenal survive massive scare

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Arsenal survived a massive scare as they registered a thrilling Premier League win over Bournemouth to remain on top of the table.

More fans and sunny skies as French Open makes rapid return

More fans and sunny skies as French Open makes rapid return

Rediff.com28 May 2021

Seven months after the last French Open ended the tournament is back, boosted by the prospect of more spectators despite ongoing COVID-19 restrictions and forecasts of good weather.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Rediff.com brings a preview of the main matches coming up this weekend in the English Premier League.

Miami police drop charges against Tomic

Miami police drop charges against Tomic

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Tomic's lawyer told Australian Associated Press that prosecutors had dropped the case over inconsistencies in reports lodged by hotel security and police.

Mbappe not ruling out PSG stay, clears the air with Neymar

Mbappe not ruling out PSG stay, clears the air with Neymar

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

France striker Kylian Mbappe on Tuesday fell short of saying he would leave Paris St Germain when his contract expires at the end of the season.

PHOTOS: Will Smith brings down curtain on FIFA World Cup

PHOTOS: Will Smith brings down curtain on FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

Hollywood actor and singer Will Smith performed the soccer World Cup's official song "Live It Up" in the tournament's closing ceremony in Moscow on Sunday.

Fiery Rabada leaves Bangladesh reeling

Fiery Rabada leaves Bangladesh reeling

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

Kagiso Rabada took five wickets as Bangladesh were bowled out for 147 in their first innings on the second day of the second Test and forced to follow-on by South Africa at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein.

PICS: Polish teenager Swiatek wins French Open

PICS: Polish teenager Swiatek wins French Open

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Images from the women's singles final at the French Open, in Paris, on Saturday.

Take a look at World Cup's HAT-TRICK men

Take a look at World Cup's HAT-TRICK men

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

List of players who have claimed hat-tricks in the Cricket World Cup.

Sania in QF; on track for first women's doubles Grand Slam title

Sania in QF; on track for first women's doubles Grand Slam title

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis got past the Spanish pair of Anabel Medina Garrigues and Arantxa Parra Santonja to move into the ladies doubles quarter-finals at Wimbledon.

Griezmann scores first ever World Cup penalty by VAR

Griezmann scores first ever World Cup penalty by VAR

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

France striker Antoine Griezmann put his country 1-0 up in their World Cup opener against Australia early in the second half on Saturday after a penalty was awarded by the Video Assistant Referee system for the first-ever time.