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Indian Wells: Defending champ Fritz knocked out; Rybakina into semis

Indian Wells: Defending champ Fritz knocked out; Rybakina into semis

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Carlos Alcaraz downed Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 6-4 to book an Indian Wells semi-final place

US Open 2023: Dates, schedule, seeds and how to watch on TV

US Open 2023: Dates, schedule, seeds and how to watch on TV

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

This year's US Open runs from Aug. 28-Sept. 10.

Leclerc on pole in Austin as Verstappen has lap deleted

Leclerc on pole in Austin as Verstappen has lap deleted

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Charles Leclerc put Ferrari on pole position for Sunday's US Grand Prix after Red Bull's triple Formula One world champion Max Verstappen had a faster lap deleted for exceeding track limits and dropped to sixth on the grid.

Surprise Round 1 defeats for Bopanna, Sania in Adelaide

Surprise Round 1 defeats for Bopanna, Sania in Adelaide

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Indian tennis stars Sania Mirza and Rohan Boapnna, who enjoyed good runs on the Pro circuit last week, bowed out of the second Adelaide ATP and WTA tournaments after first round defeats with their respective partners, on Tuesday.

F1: Alonso on front row in Miami, but win a long shot

F1: Alonso on front row in Miami, but win a long shot

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Fernando Alonso will start the Miami Grand Prix on the front row alongside pole sitter Sergio Perez, providing Aston Martin the chance for a win, believes team principal Mike Krack.

Indian Wells: Sabalenka crushes Gauff; Tiafoe downs Norrie

Indian Wells: Sabalenka crushes Gauff; Tiafoe downs Norrie

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The Australian Open champion never faced a break point and used her hard and accurate serve to dispatch Gauff.

US Open PIX: Serena sizzles; Thiem, Tsitsipas stunned

US Open PIX: Serena sizzles; Thiem, Tsitsipas stunned

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

Images from Day 1 of the 2022 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, in Flushing Meadows, New York, on Monday.

Jabeur calls out ticket resellers for women's night match

Jabeur calls out ticket resellers for women's night match

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Jabeur upset with fans reselling tickets due to women's match in night session

Miss Teen International: 'I came here with confidence'

Miss Teen International: 'I came here with confidence'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Cambodia's Ly Muyleang was crowned the new Miss Teen International in Jaipur, July 7.

NBA: LeBron James moves up to second on all-time scoring list

NBA: LeBron James moves up to second on all-time scoring list

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

James, a four-times NBA champion and 18-times All-Star, is under contract with the Lakers for next season, which will be his fifth with Los Angeles and 20th overall.

Harmanpreet & Co can finish on podium, says former coach Harendra

Harmanpreet & Co can finish on podium, says former coach Harendra

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Harendra said a medal will be fitting farewell gift for long-serving goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who will quit the sport after the Paris Games.

51 pc Americans approve Obama's stand on gay marriage

51 pc Americans approve Obama's stand on gay marriage

Rediff.com12 May 2012

According to a poll by USA Today/Gallup, 51 per cent of the respondents agreed with Obama's new position on same-sex marriage, which he announced on Wednesday.

US Open PICS: Djokovic to meet Del Potro in final after Nadal retires

US Open PICS: Djokovic to meet Del Potro in final after Nadal retires

Rediff.com8 Sep 2018

Defending US Open champion Rafael Nadal retired from his semi-final against Argentine third seed Juan Martin del Potro on Friday with right knee issues. The world number one was trailing 7-6(3), 6-2 when he decided to call it a night.

'No War': Russia's Zvonareva sends message at Miami Open

'No War': Russia's Zvonareva sends message at Miami Open

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

The gesture comes after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which began on Feb. 24

Sinner, Tsitsipas eye deep runs at US Open

Sinner, Tsitsipas eye deep runs at US Open

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Sinner is most likely to upset the applecart after the Italian's run to the Canadian Open title this month

India is dominating cricket; that's not good: Bacher

India is dominating cricket; that's not good: Bacher

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Former Cricket South Africa president Dr Ali Bacher is not pleased that India, Australia and England are "marginalising" other boards to enjoy complete hegemony.

Coco Gauff tests positive for COVID-19, to miss Tokyo Games

Coco Gauff tests positive for COVID-19, to miss Tokyo Games

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Gauff will not compete in the Tokyo Olympics after testing positive for COVID-19,

Russian Rublev seals fifth ATP Finals singles spot

Russian Rublev seals fifth ATP Finals singles spot

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Russian Andrey Rublev has become the fifth singles player to qualify for the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin next month, the men's tour said.

How Alcaraz reclaimed World No 1 spot

How Alcaraz reclaimed World No 1 spot

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Victory over Medvedev meant Alcaraz became the youngest man to win the Indian Wells and Miami Open titles, a feat dubbed the 'Sunshine Double'.

US Open PIX: Kyrgios stuns No. 1 Medvedev to reach quarters

US Open PIX: Kyrgios stuns No. 1 Medvedev to reach quarters

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

A summary of Sunday's action at the US Open.

'Space Transportation Has To Be Like Booking A Cab'

'Space Transportation Has To Be Like Booking A Cab'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'We started AgniKul to show that space transportation should be as simple as road transportation.'

Team India Get Used To New York

Team India Get Used To New York

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'We came in the day before yesterday and we just eased into our routines here, the players are just getting used to the time zone.'

Five World Cups in, Mexico's Ochao a calming influence on teammates

Five World Cups in, Mexico's Ochao a calming influence on teammates

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

'Part of my job is to bring normalcy and calm day-to-day in training because it's easy for emotions to take over at a World Cup, be it for a good play or an error.'

PIX: Djokovic not surprised Kyrgios is in Wimbledon final

PIX: Djokovic not surprised Kyrgios is in Wimbledon final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Novak Djokovic has only faced Nick Kyrgios twice in his career, losing twice to him in 2017, so while he will be favourite to claim a seventh Wimbledon crown, he knows exactly how dangerous the unpredictable world number 40 Kyrgios can be.

Meet Frances Tiafoe, who defeated Nadal at US Open

Meet Frances Tiafoe, who defeated Nadal at US Open

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Frances Tiafoe said his days of flying under the radar were over

Neeraj Chopra Begins World Title Quest Today

Neeraj Chopra Begins World Title Quest Today

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

Chopra had set a new national record of 89.94m, just 6cm shy of the 90m mark, the gold standard in the world of javelin throw, at the prestigious Diamond League in Stockholm last month en route to a silver medal.

US Open PIX: Alcaraz wins thriller; Swiatek, Tiafoe in semis

US Open PIX: Alcaraz wins thriller; Swiatek, Tiafoe in semis

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

A summary of Wednesday's action at the US Open.

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into quarters; Swiatek knocked out

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into quarters; Swiatek knocked out

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

IMAGES from all the action on Day 7 of the US Open played at the USTA Billie Jean King Tennis Center at Flushing Meadows in New York on Sunday.

Kyrgios happy to 'look like an idiot' after bizarre play

Kyrgios happy to 'look like an idiot' after bizarre play

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Kyrgios has been playing the best tennis of his career over the past couple of months

PICS: Djokovic douses Medvedev fire to win US Open

PICS: Djokovic douses Medvedev fire to win US Open

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

At the age of 36, Novak Djokovic is the fourth oldest Grand Slam champion of the Open era.

US Open PIX: Tsitsipas, Medvedev, Sabalenka march forth

US Open PIX: Tsitsipas, Medvedev, Sabalenka march forth

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

A summary of Wednesday's action at the US Open.

Osaka withdraws from pre-Wimbledon event in Berlin

Osaka withdraws from pre-Wimbledon event in Berlin

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

The 23-year-old released a short social media statement on Saturday to thank her fans for their support over her decision to withdraw from the French Open following a dispute over her refusal to attend press conferences.

French Open PIX: Sinner, Swiatek cruise ahead; raging Rublev falls

French Open PIX: Sinner, Swiatek cruise ahead; raging Rublev falls

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Italy's Matteo Arnaldi produced a sensational performance to take out sixth seed Andrey Rublev and reach the last 16 of the French Open on Friday.

Abdul-Jabbar showers praise on 'dominant' LeBron

Abdul-Jabbar showers praise on 'dominant' LeBron

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar praised LeBron James after he vaulted to the top of the NBA's all-time scorers list

'Stench' of Nassar scandal will dog USA Gymnastics for years

'Stench' of Nassar scandal will dog USA Gymnastics for years

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

The scandal stemming from longtime USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse of young female athletes could take a financial toll on the sports federation for years, sponsorship executives said.

Tokyo Games: Look How They Run!

Tokyo Games: Look How They Run!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

The Joy and Drama of Track and Field at the Olympics.

Spain's Alcaraz delighted by call from the king

Spain's Alcaraz delighted by call from the king

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

'It's pretty amazing to get the call from the Spanish king'

It's An Odd Odd World Out There!

It's An Odd Odd World Out There!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Don't believe us? Check these pix!

What's hot at the Olympics: Daley knitting is all the rage as food wars stir up

What's hot at the Olympics: Daley knitting is all the rage as food wars stir up

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

US women dazzle in crystal-studded leos

European Soccer: Arsenal celebrate big after win; Pulisic begins new chapter

European Soccer: Arsenal celebrate big after win; Pulisic begins new chapter

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Arsenal's bench celebrated Monday's 1-0 win at Crystal Palace as if it was the Premier League title decider despite only being the second week of the season.