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Hamilton takes his 100th F1 win with victory in Russia

Hamilton takes his 100th F1 win with victory in Russia

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Lewis Hamilton became the first Formula One driver to win 100 races with a victory in Russia that sent him back on top of the championship.

Indian women archers lose to France in quarters

Indian women archers lose to France in quarters

Rediff.com20 Aug 2004

The trio of Dola Banerjee, Reena Kumari and Sumangala Sharma suffered a solitary point defeat in the team event.

France win German A1GP

France win German A1GP

Rediff.com10 Oct 2005

Karun Chandhok driving for Team India had to retire in the 19th lap after his car stopped on the start-finish straight.

World Athletics PIX: Duplantis vaults to pole position; Kipyegon triumphs

World Athletics PIX: Duplantis vaults to pole position; Kipyegon triumphs

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Images from the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Saturday.

Thomas takes maiden title as Sky extend Tour reign

Thomas takes maiden title as Sky extend Tour reign

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

Geraint Thomas tightened Team Sky's grip on the Tour de France when he handed the British outfit their sixth title in seven years on Sunday and there is no sign that their domination will end anytime soon.

F1: A landmark race turns nightmare for Mercedes

F1: A landmark race turns nightmare for Mercedes

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

The five-time world champion went from pole position to last on a chaotic afternoon, the Briton hitting the barriers and spinning before finishing 11th in a race won by Red Bull's Max Verstappen.

US Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev in quarters; Jabeur sent packing

US Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev in quarters; Jabeur sent packing

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 8 of the action at the US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center at Flushing Meadows in New York on Monday.

Hamilton wins again under Bahrain floodlights

Hamilton wins again under Bahrain floodlights

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton won the Bahrain Grand Prix for the second year in a row on Sunday with Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen back on the podium to deny Mercedes another one-two finish under the floodlights.

'Players face mental torture at Wimbledon'

'Players face mental torture at Wimbledon'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'There are a number of unique challenges elite tennis players have to face. The game is gladiatorial in nature with nowhere for players to hide and no team mate or manager to help deflect the pressure.'

'If F1 continues on its current path, it is headed for a major crisis'

'If F1 continues on its current path, it is headed for a major crisis'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Former FIA president Max Mosley has warned that Formula One risks serious difficulties unless it changes direction and cuts costs.

La Liga to sponsor Davis Cup

La Liga to sponsor Davis Cup

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Founded in 1900, the Davis Cup is the largest annual international team competition in sport, but has suffered as a spectacle since many top players began opting out.

What Sunak, Akshata did at Akshardham for 45 minutes

What Sunak, Akshata did at Akshardham for 45 minutes

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Sunday visited the Akshardham temple here with his wife Akshata Murty and said it is not only a place of worship but also a landmark that portrays India's values.

India defeat New Zealand 2-1 Johor Cup opener

India defeat New Zealand 2-1 Johor Cup opener

Rediff.com12 Oct 2014

Parvinder Singh and Varun Kumar scored a goal each as defending champions India opened their campaign in the Sultan of Johor Cup with a 2-1 win over New Zealand at Taman Daya Hockey Stadium in Johor Bahru.

Stroll fastest as Hulk returns at Racing Point

Stroll fastest as Hulk returns at Racing Point

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

Max Verstappen lapped with a best time of one minute 27.422 seconds.

War in Gaza: 400 Israelis, 313 Palestinians killed so far

War in Gaza: 400 Israelis, 313 Palestinians killed so far

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Both Israel and Hamas claimed that gunfights were ongoing at numerous locations within Israeli territory.

Djokovic, Barty earn top seeds for Australian Open

Djokovic, Barty earn top seeds for Australian Open

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Homeland favorite Ashleigh Barty and Serbia's Novak Djokovic are the top seeds for the upcoming Australian Open.

Bjorkman relishing partnership with 'perfectionist' Murray

Bjorkman relishing partnership with 'perfectionist' Murray

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Jonas Bjorkman, the deputy coach of Andy Murray, says that he is relishing his partnership with the British ace and is happy to be a part of his team.

Hamilton a champion driver but not yet an F1 'great'

Hamilton a champion driver but not yet an F1 'great'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2015

Lewis Hamilton can win his third Formula One world championship on Sunday but the Mercedes driver will have to wait a while longer before he can be truly hailed as one of the greats, according to Jackie Stewart.

Elite athletes must respect distancing in training

Elite athletes must respect distancing in training

Rediff.com14 May 2020

The government has said elite sport in England cannot return until at least June 1 and will have to take place without spectators present.

Button hits back at Lauda comments

Button hits back at Lauda comments

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

Jenson Button hit back at Niki Lauda on Saturday after the Austrian Formula One great suggested the driver had told him he wanted to stay at McLaren next year and any uncertainty was about money.

'We were at the end of what we could do professionally'

'We were at the end of what we could do professionally'

Rediff.com21 May 2016

Amelie Mauresmo ended her coaching relationship with Andy Murray because she felt she could not improve the world number two any further, the former world number one said on Saturday.

All you need to know about Formula One teams is HERE!

All you need to know about Formula One teams is HERE!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Team by team prospects for the 2016 Formula One season.

Three key elements for podium finish at Olympics

Three key elements for podium finish at Olympics

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

With eight gold medals, Indian men's hockey team has been the most successful side in Olympic history but since the 1980 Moscow Games, the country has not had a podium finish.

Thanks to Jonas for helping out, nice to have Amelie back: Murray

Thanks to Jonas for helping out, nice to have Amelie back: Murray

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

World number two Andy Murray will not be working with Swede Jonas Bjorkman next year after his French coach Amelie Mauresmo resumed her role following the birth of her son.

Why 27,000 Litres Of Ganga Jal Was Carried to London

Why 27,000 Litres Of Ganga Jal Was Carried to London

Rediff.com6 May 2023

When Jaipur's Maharaja Madho Singh was invited to attend King Edward VII's coronation in 1902, he chartered a ship for Rs 15 lakh for the journey. He also carried 27,000 litres of Ganga jal on board. Prakash Bhandari recalls the maharaja's voyage to attend a British monarch's coronation on a day when Charles III will be crowned king at Westminster Abbey.

'Women work just as hard, sacrifice as much as men'

'Women work just as hard, sacrifice as much as men'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Britain's world number three Andy Murray has stressed the importance of gender equality in tennis, saying the work ethic required to succeed is the same for both men and women.

ICC to push for cricket's inclusion at 2028 Olympics

ICC to push for cricket's inclusion at 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'We believe cricket would be a great addition to the Olympic Games, but we know it won't be easy to secure our inclusion as there are so many other great sports out there wanting to do the same. But we feel now is the time to put our best foot forward and show what a great partnership cricket and the Olympics are.'

Murray pledges to make every ace count for refugees

Murray pledges to make every ace count for refugees

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Andy Murray has pledged 50 pounds ($77.59) to children's charity UNICEF for every ace he hits for the rest of the year after being moved by television images of refugees fleeing to Europe.

COVID-19: How Britain's Silverstone circuit could help F1

COVID-19: How Britain's Silverstone circuit could help F1

Rediff.com2 May 2020

Silverstone managing director, Stuart Pringle made clear that everything had to be done so as not to put stress on policing or divert medical resources away from the fight against the coronavirus.

Hockey: Rani double gives India winning start to NZ tour

Hockey: Rani double gives India winning start to NZ tour

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

'We tried a few new things in the match today but we still need improvement and that's why we are here, to improve our game in every match'

US Grand Prix PHOTOS: Hamilton races to victory No 10 at 'home'

US Grand Prix PHOTOS: Hamilton races to victory No 10 at 'home'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Lewis Hamilton's father always told him to 'drive like you stole it' but there was never any question about who owned Sunday's US Grand Prix.

Verstappen on a roll with Red Bull after French win

Verstappen on a roll with Red Bull after French win

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Formula One leader Max Verstappen passed Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton on the penultimate lap to win a tense French Grand Prix for Red Bull on Sunday and canter 12 points clear at the top.

Tour de France: Froome seals great status with third title

Tour de France: Froome seals great status with third title

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Briton Chris Froome cemented his status as one of the greatest Tour de France riders when he secured his third title on Sunday after a three-week rocky ride.

Hockey: India rout Argentina; rise to 4th in FIH Pro League

Hockey: India rout Argentina; rise to 4th in FIH Pro League

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

The Indian men's hockey team registered a comprehensive 3-0 win over reigning Olympic champions Argentina in the second match of the FIH Pro League to jump to the fourth spot in the points table, in Buenos Aires on Sunday.

War of words: 'Nico was comfortable with 2nd but I want to win always'

War of words: 'Nico was comfortable with 2nd but I want to win always'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Lewis Hamilton has suggested he is mentally tougher than Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg.

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Cricket has been shortlisted for potential inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Games along with baseball-softball, flag football, lacrosse, breakdancing, karate, kickboxing, squash and motorsport.

Abu Dhabi GP: Pressure? No pressure, says Hamilton

Abu Dhabi GP: Pressure? No pressure, says Hamilton

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Lewis Hamilton played down the pressure of his Formula One title showdown with Nico Rosberg on Thursday by saying he had years of experience in dealing with it.

Aliassime enables Canada seal Davis Cup quarters spot

Aliassime enables Canada seal Davis Cup quarters spot

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

A day after taking down world number one Carlos Alcaraz of Spain, Felix Auger-Aliassime booked Canada's place in the Davis Cup quarter-finals on Saturday with a 6-3, 6-4 win against Serbia's Miomir Kecmanovic in the group stage tie in Valencia.

Verstappen wins Austrian GP, Hamilton finishes fourth

Verstappen wins Austrian GP, Hamilton finishes fourth

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

Hamilton held on for fourth, but slipped from 18 to 32 points behind Verstappen in the championship standings.

Exhausted Murray desperate for a break

Exhausted Murray desperate for a break

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Andy Murray is itching for a break after an exhausting few months, the world number two said, after defending champions Britain were knocked out by Argentina 3-2 in the Davis Cup semi-final.