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Djokovic keeps Serbia alive as Spain reach ATP Cup semis

Djokovic keeps Serbia alive as Spain reach ATP Cup semis

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

The winners of the Serbia-Germany tie will join Spain, Russia and Italy in the semi-finals.

Liverpool's Salah seeks Champions League final redemption

Liverpool's Salah seeks Champions League final redemption

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Mohamed Salah is keen to make a decisive contribution in Saturday's Champions League final against Tottenham Hotspur and help lay to rest the demons of Liverpool's nightmare defeat by Real Madrid a year ago.

What's HOT on the OTT menu?

What's HOT on the OTT menu?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

A witch in confrontation mode, a courtroom drama full of twists and turns, Bruce Lee's final and Denis Villeneuve's first, Sukanya Verma recommends this and more on OTT this week.

Mexico Open: Kyrgios stuns Djokovic

Mexico Open: Kyrgios stuns Djokovic

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Australian Nick Kyrgios served like a demon to bounce Serbia's world number two Novak Djokovic out of the quarter-finals of the Acapulco International with a 7-6(9), 7-5 victory on Friday.

Olympic hero Phelps says he was scared of water as a kid

Olympic hero Phelps says he was scared of water as a kid

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Phelps said many children are like him, who are afraid of water, and that a non-profit initiative started by him a decade ago has so far taught 30,000 children about swimming.

Cricket is a waste of time!

Cricket is a waste of time!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2007

'It claims a higher loss of social time than strikes and lockouts do in industry.'

Confident Nagal ready to 'do more damage'

Confident Nagal ready to 'do more damage'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

A bullish Sumit Nagal says he has learnt to control his inner demons and is ready to cause "more damage" on the ATP circuit after a spirited show against Roger Federer on his Grand Slam debut.

Former villain Suarez is now Uruguay's elder statesman

Former villain Suarez is now Uruguay's elder statesman

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Surez comes to Uruguay's World Cup quarter-final against France on Friday an all-together wiser and maturer

Diego Maradona: The genius who saw heaven and hell

Diego Maradona: The genius who saw heaven and hell

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

World soccer great Diego Armando Maradona, who died on Wednesday less than a month after his 60th birthday, was worshipped like a god for his genius with the ball, but his demons almost destroyed him.

PICS: Liverpool sunk by Atletico extra-time triple; PSG win

PICS: Liverpool sunk by Atletico extra-time triple; PSG win

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

After falling 2-0 down on the night, substitute Marcos Llorente struck twice in extra-time and Alvaro Morata added a late third to ensure a famous victory for Diego Simeone's side against a Liverpool team unbeaten in their last 25 home games in European competition.

Champions League: PSG bury Barca; Reds into quarters

Champions League: PSG bury Barca; Reds into quarters

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

Paris St Germain buried the ghosts of their embarrassing 2017 exit as they drew 1-1 at home with Barcelona on Wednesday to complete a 5-2 aggregate victory that sent them into the Champions League quarter-finals.

PHOTOS: Messi header rescues Barca, English clubs stutter

PHOTOS: Messi header rescues Barca, English clubs stutter

Rediff.com20 Sep 2012

Images from the Champions League matches plsyed across Europe on Wednesday.

Stosur hopes to put lean year behind her

Stosur hopes to put lean year behind her

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Samantha Stosur hopes to banish her home court demons on the way to more Grand Slam glory after failing to add to her major trophies in 2012, the Australian said on Friday.

Victims' father charges at ex-USA Gymnastics doctor in court

Victims' father charges at ex-USA Gymnastics doctor in court

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

He was nearly within striking distance of Nassar before court guards tackled him roughly to the ground in front of his shocked daughters.

Olympic champion Beard reveals darkest secrets

Olympic champion Beard reveals darkest secrets

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

In the book, Amanda Beard gives a revealing insight into the pressures that elite Olympic athletes face and said it is not unusual for them to release tension through recreational drugs.

Auckland Classic: Kuznetsova continues march with easy win

Auckland Classic: Kuznetsova continues march with easy win

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

Former World No. 2 Svetlana Kuznetsova cemented her Auckland Classic title credentials with an effortless 6-4, 6-3 victory over Italy's Sara Errani in the quarter-finals on Thursday.

Beckham ends American odyssey with glittering prize

Beckham ends American odyssey with glittering prize

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

David Beckham helped lead the LA Galaxy to a coveted MLS Cup victory on Sunday with a performance that validated the former England skipper's decision to abandon Europe for a life in Los Angeles.

Federer floors Del Potro to enter semis

Federer floors Del Potro to enter semis

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Roger Federer thrashed Juan Martin Del Potro 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 to reach the Australian Open semi-finals on Tuesday, exorcising a Grand Slam demon against the Argentine in his 1,000th tour match.

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand take third place with win over Wales

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand take third place with win over Wales

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

New Zealand claimed the one World Cup prize that no team sets out to win - third place.

PIX: Thiem tames De Minaur; to take on Mededev in semis

PIX: Thiem tames De Minaur; to take on Mededev in semis

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Daniil Medvedev continued his march towards a first Grand Slam title on Wednesday, powering into the US Open semi-finals with a clinical 7-6(6), 6-3, 7-6(5) victory over childhood friend Andrey Rublev.

Revealed: Star India's IPL plans

Revealed: Star India's IPL plans

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

100 commentators, across languages, will bring this season's games to viewers's homes in India and across the world.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: What's hot, what's not!

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: What's hot, what's not!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

Known for their brisk performance, sweet handling and strong styling cues, TVS has now introduced the much awaited 200cc flagship. Tanmay Pangam takes it for a spin.

PHOTOS: Thiem demolishes Zverev to make Aus Open final

PHOTOS: Thiem demolishes Zverev to make Aus Open final

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Dominic Thiem will clash with Serbia's Novak Djokovic in the men's singles final of the Australian Open. The Austrian made the title round with a 3-6, 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(4) victory Germany's Alexander Zverev in the second semi-final at Melbourne Park on Friday. Djokovic beat great rival Roger Federer 7-6(1), 6-4, 6-3 in the first semi-final on Thursday.

US Open PIX: Djokovic, Federer, Serena cruise into last 16

US Open PIX: Djokovic, Federer, Serena cruise into last 16

Rediff.com31 Aug 2019

Serena Williams moved another step closer to a record-tying 24th career Grand Slam title with a comfortable 6-3, 6-2 victory over Czech Karolina Muchova on Friday to reach the last 16 at the US Open.

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

REWIND: Stunning PHOTOS of the week that was

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

A round-up of our favourite photographs from the week gone by.

Doubly blessed are we to be alive in the Roger-Rafa era

Doubly blessed are we to be alive in the Roger-Rafa era

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

'We are truly blessed to bear witness to the divine talents of, and scarcely human displays put on by, Roger Federer and his bromance buddy, rival, nemesis and plausible co-claimant to GOAT ('greatest of all time') status, Rafael Nadal,' says Arvind Subramanian, who steps down as chief economic adviser to the Government of India in September.

UNFORGETTABLE Opening Movie Scenes

UNFORGETTABLE Opening Movie Scenes

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Sukanya Verma offers some amazing opening scenes in Hindi films that fuels an excitement for what happens next.

Can Ireland's McLean cast aside his bitter memories of Euro 2012?

Can Ireland's McLean cast aside his bitter memories of Euro 2012?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Midfielder James McClean hopes he can cast aside his bitter memories of the Euro 2012 campaign and play a key role for Ireland in this month's European Championship in France.

Dimitrov snaps Sock jinx, to set up Goffin final

Dimitrov snaps Sock jinx, to set up Goffin final

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

Grigor Dimitrov stood one win away from the biggest title of his career on Saturday after ending his Jack Sock jinx to reach the final of the season-ending ATP Finals at the 02 Arena.

India hockey player Yuvraj Walmiki's dream to be realised soon

India hockey player Yuvraj Walmiki's dream to be realised soon

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

"I am fortunate to be part of this important tournament and it becomes more special as I will be playing along with my brother Devindar Walmiki. This is like a dream come true as we always spoke about representing the country together and this dream is soon to get realised."

WTA Finals: Calm Stephens edges Osaka, Kerber stunned by Bertens

WTA Finals: Calm Stephens edges Osaka, Kerber stunned by Bertens

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

A calm Sloane Stephens picked her shots to perfection to overcome Japan's Naomi Osaka in a battle between the last two US Open champions at the WTA Finals on Monday before top seed Angelique Kerber was upset by Kiki Bertens.

Raikkonen feels no extra pressure

Raikkonen feels no extra pressure

Rediff.com3 Mar 2004

Arsenal still struggling in Europe

Arsenal still struggling in Europe

Rediff.com30 Sep 2004

Dutch believe they can win title

Dutch believe they can win title

Rediff.com27 Jun 2004

Exorcising their shootout demons has united the Dutch squad who now believe they can win Euro 2004.

Serena, Mauresmo stunned

Serena, Mauresmo stunned

Rediff.com8 Sep 2004

Jennifer Capriati and Elena Dementieva claimed semi-final spots at the U.S. Open after a day of drama, controversy and magical tennis.

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: First Ride Impression

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: First Ride Impression

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

The Apache RTR 200 4V handles the flagship crown with aplomb!

Armstrong wants to enjoy himself

Armstrong wants to enjoy himself

Rediff.com1 Jul 2005

Agassi better than ever says coach Cahill

Agassi "better than ever" says coach Cahill

Rediff.com12 Jan 2003

The American has already sent a warning to Lleyton Hewitt, beating Frenchman Sebastien Grosjean 6-2, 6-3 to win the Kooyong Classic

Barca coach feels Messi and Co can keep calm to retain La Liga title

Barca coach feels Messi and Co can keep calm to retain La Liga title

Rediff.com14 May 2016

Barcelona coach Luis Enrique said on Friday he trusted his team to handle the occasion of this weekend's season finale at lowly Granada, where a win would guarantee their 24th La Liga title.

History in the making at Roland Garros

History in the making at Roland Garros

Rediff.com21 May 2016

Playing better and with solid purpose this clay court season, Rafael Nadal is looking to win his 19th title at Roland Garros, says Desh Chopra Gaurav Sekhri, and will ask some difficult questions of anyone he is pitted against.