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'Serena is not someone who equals records but one who beats them'

'Serena is not someone who equals records but one who beats them'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

If Serena Williams' rivals were hoping that the American would take some time out to savour drawing level with Steffi Graf's professional-era record of 22 grand slam titles, her coach Patrick Mouratoglou fired off an immediate warning.

Did Federer's wife Mirka call Wawrinka a crybaby?

Did Federer's wife Mirka call Wawrinka a crybaby?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

It has now come to light that Federer's wife Mirka is at the centre of this now infamous row between the seventeen-time Grand Slam champion and the 2014 Australian Open champion.

Corbyn ignores revolt within shadow cabinet, replaces top team

Corbyn ignores revolt within shadow cabinet, replaces top team

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

The motion of no confidence in Corbyn was submitted by Labour MPs Dame Margaret Hodge and Ann Coffey and a secret ballot could be held on Tuesday.

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Cameron, on the last leg of campaigning for the May 7 general election, also hailed Modi as a 'dynamic' leader who is 'taking India forward'.

15 Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

15 Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Here's this week of photos that prove we live in a mad world.

Sanctioning Pak may backfire: US lawmakers warned

Sanctioning Pak may backfire: US lawmakers warned

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a hearing on US-Pakistan relations and had a lively debate on the issue whose transcript was released on Sunday.

The fall of great Novak Djokovic

The fall of great Novak Djokovic

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Here is a timeline of Djokovic's decline since the last of his 12 Grand Slam titles.

PHOTOS: It's an odd, odd world out there!

PHOTOS: It's an odd, odd world out there!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

These 10 images prove that we live in a crazy, bizarre world.

Foreign airlines keen on investing in Indian aviation:Minister

Foreign airlines keen on investing in Indian aviation:Minister

Rediff.com14 May 2013

It is clear that foreign airlines have realised the growth possibilities of the Indian aviation sector and are keenly interested, the minister said.

We did well waiting for the 'right man' Diego Costa: Mourinho

We did well waiting for the 'right man' Diego Costa: Mourinho

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

Diego Costa left the Stamford Bridge pitch to exultant cheers after a hat-trick against Swansea City on Saturday highlighted a breathless start to a Chelsea career for a team that has been designed around him.

And this is also ART

And this is also ART

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

10 surreal pieces of art designed to give you a pause.

England start new era with Root the new master of Lord's

England start new era with Root the new master of Lord's

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

The waiting ends for England's new Test captain Joe Root on Thursday when he leads his side out for the start of a four-match series against South Africa at Lord's on Thursday, nearly four months after his appointment.

UK PM replaces defence secy over sexual harassment scandal

UK PM replaces defence secy over sexual harassment scandal

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

His name had appeared on an unverified list of sexual misconduct, a so-called dirty dossier, circulating in Westminster.

Theresa May wins confidence vote in UK Parliament

Theresa May wins confidence vote in UK Parliament

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The MPs voted in favour of the Queen's Speech by 323 votes to 309 with a majority of 14.

Bad light stops Djokovic after epic fightback, Federer in quarters

Bad light stops Djokovic after epic fightback, Federer in quarters

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Holder and top seed Novak Djokovic suffered an almighty scare against South African giant Kevin Anderson before bad light halted play with the score tied at two sets all in their fourth round match at Wimbledon on Monday.

'Van Gaal has no right to complain about fixtures'

'Van Gaal has no right to complain about fixtures'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

Former Netherlands great Johan Cruyff has told Louis van Gaal he has no right to complain about the hectic holiday season programme.

Brexit: Indians working in the UK may face higher taxes

Brexit: Indians working in the UK may face higher taxes

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Sending money to families in India will get more expensive

Brexit: UK real estate gets cheaper for Indian buyers

Brexit: UK real estate gets cheaper for Indian buyers

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Leasing activities of office and retail spaces would not be affected much.

EPL: Late Salah strike gives Liverpool win; Lukaku completes century

EPL: Late Salah strike gives Liverpool win; Lukaku completes century

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Liverpool's Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah scored his 29th Premier League goal six minutes from time to secure a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace that took them up to provisional second spot in the table on Saturday.

Will India gain if UK leaves European Union? Most unlikely

Will India gain if UK leaves European Union? Most unlikely

Rediff.com19 May 2016

Minister of state in the Foreign and Commonwealth office in charge of India Hugo Swire said Brexit camp's claim that an exit from the EU would enable greater freedom of entry into the UK for Indians was based on imagination

UK court denies bail to Nirav Modi

UK court denies bail to Nirav Modi

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

The judge fixed April 26 as the next date of hearing when he will appear via video link from jail.

Djokovic is looking out for some baby advice

Djokovic is looking out for some baby advice

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Novak Djokovic may be asking Roger Federer for one or two tips in the coming weeks about how to combine parenthood with playing on the ATP Tour.

PHOTOS: Smashing! Serena Williams...

PHOTOS: Smashing! Serena Williams...

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

World No 1 Serena Williams smashed a racquet and recovered from a set down as she overcame stubborn resistance from Caroline Wozniacki in a semi-final at the WTA Finals last week. It was not the first time the world No 1 abused her playing equipment. Take a look at previous moments when she soaked up her frustration on court by smashing her racket.

Once again... it's master Van Gaal v his pupil Mourinho

Once again... it's master Van Gaal v his pupil Mourinho

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

When Jose Mourinho jumped to beleaguered Louis van Gaal's defence in February, sympathising that he should be given time.

Review: The Man Who Knew Infinity is worth a watch!

Review: The Man Who Knew Infinity is worth a watch!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

The film truly belong to Dev Patel and Jeremy Irons courtesy their powerful performances, says Namrata Thakker

EPL: Spurs drop points and likely title in West Brom draw

EPL: Spurs drop points and likely title in West Brom draw

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

West Brom's Dawson is villain and hero as Spurs' chances at League title fades; Leicester now need just one win from three games to claim EPL crown

PIX: Belgium first team into Euro 2020 finals

PIX: Belgium first team into Euro 2020 finals

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

A round-up of Thursday night's matches from the Euro 2020 qualifiers.

Wimbledon: Spectators' divided loyalties hardly helped home boy Murray

Wimbledon: Spectators' divided loyalties hardly helped home boy Murray

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Murray was slightly vexed by a question at the post-match news conference that suggested the fans' loyalties were more divided than if he were playing anyone but Federer.

Nadal-slayer Muller emerges from the shadows to march forth

Nadal-slayer Muller emerges from the shadows to march forth

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Although he had beaten Nadal 12 years ago at Wimbledon, few gave Luxembourg's Muller a chance on Monday against the fourth seed and French Open champion. 'This is definitely the biggest victory since then, since I came back, especially at that stage of a grand slam, playing one of the guys who is dominating the tennis this year again. Definitely the biggest win'

Wimbledon in meltdown as temperatures soar

Wimbledon in meltdown as temperatures soar

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

When tennis fans from Arizona say it is hot at the Wimbledon championships, then it must be.

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

What you must not miss in the EPL this weekend

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

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

DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by

DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

We bring you a collection of some of the best photographs taken last week by ace Reuters photogs.

Football friendlies: Rooney says farewell; Croatia stun Spain

Football friendlies: Rooney says farewell; Croatia stun Spain

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

There was no farewell goal but plenty of pride and appreciation as Wayne Rooney made his 120th and final appearance for England in a 3-0 win over the United States in a friendly at Wembley on Thursday.

Connaught Place 6th most expensive office location in the world

Connaught Place 6th most expensive office location in the world

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Delhi's Connaught Place is the 6th most expensive location in the world.

Find out why Jose Mourinho was seething

Find out why Jose Mourinho was seething

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho was fuming after his team were denied what he described as a 'Big Ben' penalty.

Why the world's top airshow disappointed me

Why the world's top airshow disappointed me

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

'For a show that has been going on since 1948 one expected a certain standard of showcasing and showmanship, besides variety and a show of skill.' 'At the same time one felt pretty good about the standards of our own efforts -- Aero India -- at Bangalore once every four years and in business only since 1996,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd) after a visit to the Farnborough Airshow.

Rio Olympics: Williams, Murray, Nadal cruise into second round

Rio Olympics: Williams, Murray, Nadal cruise into second round

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

World number one Serena Williams and second seed Angelique Kerber progressed through the first round of the Rio Olympics tennis on Sunday despite windy conditions that delayed play on most of the smaller tennis courts.

EPL: High-flying Southampton looking to grab full points at Arsenal

EPL: High-flying Southampton looking to grab full points at Arsenal

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

A 3-0 reality check at the hands of Manchester City was always a moment waiting to happen for Southampton. Just how they bounce back from Sunday's defeat may now determine their fortunes this season.

PHOTOS: Amazing moments of the week gone by

PHOTOS: Amazing moments of the week gone by

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Catch up on all the stunning images that made the headlines last week

PHOTOS: The weird, wacky world around us

PHOTOS: The weird, wacky world around us

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

10 photos that show we live in an odd, odd world!