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Revealed! Roger Federer's secrets to success

Revealed! Roger Federer's secrets to success

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Tennis ace Roger Federer has revealed his three simple secrets to success as he tries to regain the World No 1 spot at the ATP World Tour Finals in London this week.

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.

Here's why Roger Federer is ICC's No 1 Test batsman

Here's why Roger Federer is ICC's No 1 Test batsman

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

As Roger Federer chases a 21st Grand Slam title, it looks like he knows his cricket shots too.

Novak Djokovic set to become oldest World No. 1

Novak Djokovic set to become oldest World No. 1

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

He will surpass Roger Federer's record as the oldest No. 1 in ATP Rankings history on Sunday when he will be 36 years and 321 days old.

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The unpredictable nature of the 2024 US Open has turned it into one of the most thrilling Grand Slam tournaments in recent memory.

Kohli recalls his meeting with Roger Federer

Kohli recalls his meeting with Roger Federer

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

Virat Kohli tries to find joy in the simplest of things in life when he is not focussed on winning matches for India.

Twelve Final Days Review: The Federer Tribute

Twelve Final Days Review: The Federer Tribute

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Given that Twelve Final Days doesn't really delve into the genesis of Roger Federer, the ups and downs of his career, the assumption is that it is meant for people who are already familiar with his work, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

PIX: Murray's career ends in Olympics doubles defeat

PIX: Murray's career ends in Olympics doubles defeat

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Andy Murray's illustrious career finally came to an end as he and doubles partner Dan Evans were beaten 6-2, 6-4 by American pair Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul in the Olympics quarter-finals at Roland Garros on Thursday.

Alcaraz ready for Grand Slam defence at Wimbledon

Alcaraz ready for Grand Slam defence at Wimbledon

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Alcaraz's triumph on the Parisian red dirt was the third Grand Slam trophy of his young career and followed the Spanish world number three's breakthrough title at the 2022 U.S. Open and epic Wimbledon victory 12 months ago.

Roger Federer factbox

Roger Federer factbox

Rediff.com1 Feb 2004

a factbox on Roger Federer, who claimed his first Australian Open singles title on Sunday.

All you must know about French Open champ Alcaraz

All you must know about French Open champ Alcaraz

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Factbox on Carlos Alcaraz, who beat Alexander Zverev

Chris Rogers under pressure to contribute in Adelaide

Chris Rogers under pressure to contribute in Adelaide

Rediff.com1 Dec 2013

Australia batsman Chris Rogers is aware he does not have the luxury of too many failures at the top of the order and is hopeful of returning among runs in this week's second Test in Adelaide.

US dark horse Rogers is outside her comfort zone...

US dark horse Rogers is outside her comfort zone...

Rediff.com29 May 2016

When this year's French Open draw was made just over a week ago, American Shelby Rogers was right near the back of the queue, just avoiding the qualifiers by scraping in on the direct entry list.

Factbox - Roger Federer

Factbox - Roger Federer

Rediff.com13 Sep 2004

A factbox on Roger Federer, who won his first U.S. Open title with a 6-0, 7-6, 6-0 victory over Australian Lleyton Hewitt.

I have played my last match in India jersey: Bopanna

I have played my last match in India jersey: Bopanna

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

'Right from 2002, making my debut and 22 years later still getting to represent India. I'm extremely proud of that.'

Ashes: Ruthless Rogers, Smith turn screw on England

Ashes: Ruthless Rogers, Smith turn screw on England

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Chris Rogers and Steve Smith plundered superb centuries to lead Australia to a commanding 337 for one on the first day of the second Ashes Test against England at Lord's on Thursday.

Excited to be in Roger Federer's team: Sania

Excited to be in Roger Federer's team: Sania

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza said she is excited to be part of same team as Swiss veteran Roger Federer in the upcoming International Premier Tennis League (IPTL).

Get Ready To Get Spooked On OTT

Get Ready To Get Spooked On OTT

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Spooky spirits, identical twins, camping beagles, Game of Thrones spin-offs and the mad, MAD world of Bollywood, Sukanya Verma lists everything you can catch on OTT this week.

Rogers rejoins Australia but still a doubt for Edgbaston

Rogers rejoins Australia but still a doubt for Edgbaston

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

The 37-year-old left-hander was forced to retire on 49 not out on the fourth day of Australia's 405-run second Test victory against England at Lord's, which levelled the series 1-1.

Sydney Test could be Rogers' last on Australian soil

Sydney Test could be Rogers' last on Australian soil

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Australian opener Chris Rogers has decided that the fourth and final cricket Test against India at the Sydney Cricket Ground will be his last on home soil.

Rogers first gay soccer player in MLS

Rogers first gay soccer player in MLS

Rediff.com28 May 2013

For Major League Soccer's Robbie Rogers, breaking another barrier for gay athletes by becoming the first openly gay male to compete in a major U.S. professional team sport marked the latest step in his long journey.

Ishant was the biggest threat on Day 1: Rogers

Ishant was the biggest threat on Day 1: Rogers

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

Despite scoring a half-century to lay the foundation for Australia's first innings, opener Chris Rogers was unhappy with the way he got out the opening day of the third Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

Rogers Cup: Djokovic joins tops seeds in quarters

Rogers Cup: Djokovic joins tops seeds in quarters

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Swiss second seed Stanislas Wawrinka won a hard-hitting battle with American Jack Sock on Thursday to reach the quarter-finals at the Rogers Cup with a 7-6(3), 6-2 triumph.

Maria Sharapova withdraws from Rogers Cup with arm injury

Maria Sharapova withdraws from Rogers Cup with arm injury

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

Maria Sharapova withdrew from the Rogers Cup with a sore left arm on Thursday, putting the five-time grand slam champion's US Open participation in doubt.

PIX: Big win for Liverpool at San Siro; Nervy win for Real

PIX: Big win for Liverpool at San Siro; Nervy win for Real

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

IMAGES from UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday

Bopanna's last dance in Paris; stiff test awaits Nagal

Bopanna's last dance in Paris; stiff test awaits Nagal

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

India's first and only tennis medal in the history of Olympic Games came way back in 1996, when Leander Paes claimed the singles bronze in Atlanta.

The happy hunting grounds for Roger Federer

The happy hunting grounds for Roger Federer

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

Roger Federer has now won all the seven finals he has contested in Cincinnati. Rediff.com takes a look at a few other events that have ensured prolific returns for the Swiss master.

Wimbledon PIX: Musetti stops Fritz; Djokovic gets walkover

Wimbledon PIX: Musetti stops Fritz; Djokovic gets walkover

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Lorenzo Musetti faces seven-times Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals.

What's Eric Garcetti Doing With WC Legends?

What's Eric Garcetti Doing With WC Legends?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

America's hyperactive Ambassador Eric Garcetti met members of India's 1983 World Cup-winning team -- Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Ravi Shastri, Roger Binny, Kirti Azad and Mohinder Amarnath in New Delhi on Friday, November 17, 2023.

Rogers Cup: Djokovic beats Nishikori in final

Rogers Cup: Djokovic beats Nishikori in final

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

World number one Novak Djokovic continued his dominance of Kei Nishikori with a 6-3, 7-5 victory in the final of the Rogers Cup in Toronto on Sunday.

Roger Federer commits to keep playing in Basel until 2019

Roger Federer commits to keep playing in Basel until 2019

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Roger Federer has signed a three-year deal to play at his hometown event in Basel until 2019.

Australia's Rogers learning from 'not so dumb' Warner

Australia's Rogers learning from 'not so dumb' Warner

Rediff.com2 Feb 2014

Experienced Australia batsman Chris Rogers has been taking advice from fellow opener David Warner about how to face up to the South African bowling attack ahead of the first Test in Pretoria.

King Roger is back

King Roger is back

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

When the world started looking away, the Swiss ace again brought the spotlight firmly on himself with a masterful showing at the US Open.

Rogers stands in Australia's way

Rogers stands in Australia's way

Rediff.com18 Jul 2005

Sydney-born Chris Rogers hit a double century for Leicestershire to deny Australia a win before the Ashes series.

Why Virat adores Roger and other revelations...

Why Virat adores Roger and other revelations...

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

'He is defying all the logic and that is something that I totally love.' 'I hate following the norm, and he is someone that is breaking all those barriers on a daily basis so I have a huge respect for him.'

PIX: Lille end Real Madrid's unbeaten run; Villa shock Bayern

PIX: Lille end Real Madrid's unbeaten run; Villa shock Bayern

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

A first-half penalty earned Lille a shock 1-0 home victory over holders Real Madrid in the Champions League group phase on Wednesday.

India at the French Open: Bopanna and Roger-Vasselin reach quarters

India at the French Open: Bopanna and Roger-Vasselin reach quarters

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

They next face Nikola Mektic and Alexander Peya for a place in the semi-finals.

T20 World Cup: Uganda get unwanted record in loss to WI

T20 World Cup: Uganda get unwanted record in loss to WI

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Left-arm spinner Hosein took five for 11 from his four overs after opening the bowling.

I need more runs, says Australia opener Rogers

I need more runs, says Australia opener Rogers

Rediff.com21 Dec 2013

Australia have wrapped up the Ashes two Tests early, but opening batsman Chris Rogers still feels on shaky ground ahead of the fourth Test in Melbourne without a century to his name in the series.

'Adventure of a lifetime': Federer sings at Coldplay concert

'Adventure of a lifetime': Federer sings at Coldplay concert

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

This tennis legend is definitely rocking the retired life.