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Messi, Bolt, Serena vie for Laureus honours

Messi, Bolt, Serena vie for Laureus honours

Rediff.com17 Apr 2016

From soccer genius Lionel Messi to sprint king Usain Bolt, a shimmering array of the world's greatest sports stars are in the race for top honours at the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards -- also called the 'Oscars of Sport' -- to be presented.

'Indrani was very angry'

'Indrani was very angry'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

'At any point did you find out why Sheena had not disclosed her true relationship with Indrani?' Rahul: 'Sheena had told me as her grandparents were dependent on Indrani financially (and if she told the truth) her grandparents would suffer.' 'She had slapped Sheena the night before which she was very not happy about.'

'Ashamed and embarrassed' Shapovalov fined $7,000 for striking umpire

'Ashamed and embarrassed' Shapovalov fined $7,000 for striking umpire

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

Canada's Denis Shapovalov was left mortified after joining tennis's hall of infamy on Sunday, offering an apology and promising that he would learn from his momentary explosion of temper that left a Davis Cup umpire needing a visit to hospital.

Super League shelved as more clubs withdraw

Super League shelved as more clubs withdraw

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Twelve of Europe's leading soccer clubs from England, Italy and Spain announced a breakaway league on Sunday but after 48 hours of massive pressure from fans, politicians and even British royals the six English clubs backed out

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Since 2012, 44 Indians have been anointed as grandmasters -- the highest achievement in chess, points out Arvind Subramanian, economist and former chief economic adviser to the government.

Will the REAL Shashi Tharoor stand up please?

Will the REAL Shashi Tharoor stand up please?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Will Indian democracy benefit from the potential that Shashi Tharoor stores in his mind, spirit and intellect? Or will it be the saga of another leader who promised much but delivered too little, asks Dr Sudhir Bisht.

SPOTTED! Andy Murray at Camp Nou

SPOTTED! Andy Murray at Camp Nou

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Britain's No 1 tennis player Andy Murray watched Neymar score twice.

Aus Open PIX: Osaka, Raducanu ousted; Nadal, Zverev cruise

Aus Open PIX: Osaka, Raducanu ousted; Nadal, Zverev cruise

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

IMAGES from Australian Open matches played at Melbourne Park on Friday

PIX: Badosa, Norrie triumph at Indian Wells

PIX: Badosa, Norrie triumph at Indian Wells

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

Paula Badosa survived a stiff challenge from Victoria Azarenka in the Indian Wells final, while Cameron Norrie battled back to defeat Nikoloz Basilashvili.

PIX: Nadal made to sweat, Djokovic has it easy

PIX: Nadal made to sweat, Djokovic has it easy

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

World number one Rafael Nadal won a battle of attrition against fellow left-hander Yoshihito Nishioka of Japan 7-6(4), 6-4 to seal Spain's spot in the final eight of the inaugural ATP Cup in Perth on Wednesday. Meanwhile his long-time rival, world number two Novak Djokovic, had an easier outing in Brisbane, strolling past Chile's Cristian Garin 6-3, 6-3 to stay undefeated in the new year.

British pilots to fly around the world in a World War II plane

British pilots to fly around the world in a World War II plane

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

British pilots Steve Brooks and Matt Jones will circumnavigate the globe in a restored Spitfire.

Paes, Sania, Bopanna's last chance at Olympic glory

Paes, Sania, Bopanna's last chance at Olympic glory

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

As tennis raise hopes of an Indian medal at the Rip Olympics, Bikash Mohapatra/Rediff.com put things in perspective.

Tennis: Murray loses, won't play US Open singles

Tennis: Murray loses, won't play US Open singles

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

The Scot lost 6-4, 6-4 to Richard Gasquet in his first singles match since January before saying he had turned down a wild card into the men's draw at the year's final Grand Slam.

Button wants to stay with BAR

Button wants to stay with BAR

Rediff.com28 Jul 2005

The 28-year-old believes BAR, and not Williams, offer him the best chance of becoming Britain's next F1 champion.

Can Sarah carve out a new career in male-dominated Extreme Sailing?

Can Sarah carve out a new career in male-dominated Extreme Sailing?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

British sailor and double Olympic gold medallist Sarah Ayton is carving out a new career as a coach in the ultra-competitive, male-dominated world of high-performance sailing - a kind of Formula One on water.

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 10 at the Rio Olympics

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

Bahrain's Ruth Jebet blew away the competition to win the women's 3,000 metres steeplechase gold on Sunday, but narrowly missed out on the world record. Jebet ran a bold race, bursting into the lead after a few laps and setting a blistering pace to win in 8 minutes, 59.75 seconds, just shy of the 8:58.81 world record set by Russia's Gulnara Galkina at the 2008 Beijing Games.

How India can win 50 Olympic medals in 2024

How India can win 50 Olympic medals in 2024

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The NITI Aayog has big plans for Indian sport.

Why Bhaichung Bhutia opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill

Why Bhaichung Bhutia opposes Citizenship Amendment Bill

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'The NRC had an effect on Assam and I think to cover up or make up for that, CAB has been brought in.'

Bernal becomes first Colombian to win Tour de France

Bernal becomes first Colombian to win Tour de France

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

The 22-year-old Bernal, the youngest rider to win the race in 110 years, gave Team Ineos --formerly Team Sky -- their seventh title in the last eight editions.

F1 Pit-lane tales: Ecclestone wants more races in America

F1 Pit-lane tales: Ecclestone wants more races in America

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Speaking at last weekend's title deciding US Grand Prix in Austin, the 84-year-old Briton told reporters he hoped to add more American venues to a series that is already set for a record 21 races next year.

'The fight will again be between Hamilton and Nico'

'The fight will again be between Hamilton and Nico'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Formula One legend, Niki Lauda, thinks it's going to be a tighter fight between them, because the latter wants to make sure now he can beat the Briton.

'Putin's nuclear threats are attempts to bully the world'

'Putin's nuclear threats are attempts to bully the world'

Rediff.com2 May 2022

'Putin is in danger of losing face in his Ukrainian adventure. His bluster is a response to this.'

PIX: Nadal fires Spain to Davis Cup final against Canada

PIX: Nadal fires Spain to Davis Cup final against Canada

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

Rafael Nadal fired hosts Spain into the Davis Cup final as he joined Feliciano Lopez to win a thrilling late-night doubles and seal a nail-biting 2-1 victory over Britain on Saturday.

UK seeks to capitalise on 'achhe din'

UK seeks to capitalise on 'achhe din'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs William Hague and Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osbourne, heading the largest business and ministerial delegation ever, arrived in Mumbai, their first port of call, during a two-day visit to the country.

2015 Rewind: What an eventful year for Indian hockey!

2015 Rewind: What an eventful year for Indian hockey!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

On-field achievements often jostled for space with off-field drama as Indian hockey endured a rollercoaster year during which the players scripted historical feats but coach Paul van Ass' acrimonious ouster and Gurbaj Singh's suspension created its share of storm.

Sports Shorts: Hamilton can equal pole record; ISL gets AFC nod

Sports Shorts: Hamilton can equal pole record; ISL gets AFC nod

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday.

Football: Real Madrid's Kroos isolating after COVID-19 contact

Football: Real Madrid's Kroos isolating after COVID-19 contact

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Manchester Utd's Fred receives racist abuse after defeat by Liverpool.

First time at the Olympics... they offer hope at Rio

First time at the Olympics... they offer hope at Rio

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Meet first-time Indian athletes hoping to make an impression in Rio.

Can in-form Hamilton break Schumacher's F1 records?

Can in-form Hamilton break Schumacher's F1 records?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

Lewis Hamilton's record already bears comparison to Michael Schumacher's, and in some areas exceeds the great German's achievements.

Andy Murray to carry British flag at Rio Opening Ceremony

Andy Murray to carry British flag at Rio Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Andy Murray, who won the Olympic tennis title at Wimbledon four years ago, will carry the British flag at Friday's Opening Ceremony in Rio, the British Olympic Association has said.

Skateboarders to use Olympic delay to boost support amongst fans

Skateboarders to use Olympic delay to boost support amongst fans

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

Skateboarders have waited a long time for their first appearance in the Olympics but rather than be despondent over the one-year delay announced on Tuesday, one top-ranked contender said it would give the sport more time to win over fans.

What makes Modi tick?

What makes Modi tick?

Rediff.com25 May 2019

The answer has two components: as a leader with a vision who can carry the masses and his ability to realise his vision through his decision-making and executive skills, says Col R Hariharan.

Davis Cup Roundup: Federer helps Swiss win

Davis Cup Roundup: Federer helps Swiss win

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

Roger Federer guided Switzerland to victory in their Davis Cup World Group playoff tie against the Netherlands with an easy 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory over Thiemo de Bakker on Sunday.

Sports Shorts: Trap shooters Kynan, Prithviraj lead at WC

Sports Shorts: Trap shooters Kynan, Prithviraj lead at WC

Rediff.com15 May 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

F3 driver Floersch fractures spine after huge airborne crash

F3 driver Floersch fractures spine after huge airborne crash

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

FIA promises probe into Macau aerial crash

Meet the youngest Ladies European Tour winner and more...

Meet the youngest Ladies European Tour winner and more...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Monday

'Schumacher comeback would be good for F1'

'Schumacher comeback would be good for F1'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2009

A Michael Schumacher comeback would be good for Formula One, Mercedes Grand Prix chief executive Nick Fry said on Thursday. Mercedes, who have taken over the title-winning Brawn team, have been linked in media reports with the retired German great now that Britain's world champion Jenson Button has moved from Brawn to McLaren.

Chennai Open: Wawrinka breezes into quarters; Indians advance

Chennai Open: Wawrinka breezes into quarters; Indians advance

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Ramkumar Ramanathan's good run at the Chennai Open continued as he combined with compatriot N Sriram Balaji to knock out fourth seeded Kiwi pair of Artem Sitak and Marcus Daniel on Wednesday and storm into the doubles quarter-finals.

'Women can hack it against the men in F1'

'Women can hack it against the men in F1'

Rediff.com5 May 2019

The 65-year-old South African says those who raise such obstacles are talking rubbish.

French Open PIX: Muguruza powers past Svitolina; Pliskova shocked

French Open PIX: Muguruza powers past Svitolina; Pliskova shocked

Rediff.com31 May 2019

A summary of Friday play at the French Open.