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Rohidas red card casts doubt on India's semis hopes

Rohidas red card casts doubt on India's semis hopes

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Rohidas was sent off the pitch almost 40 minutes from the final hooter after his stick unintentionally hit a rival player.

Robin Williams: A life in pictures

Robin Williams: A life in pictures

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

To think that a legendary comic, who was known to bring the house down with his sparkling wit and extraordinary sense of humour, would be battling depression in real life, is beyond us. Here is a peek into heartwarming moments from the late acting stalwart Robin Williams' extraordinary life.

Williams sisters lose; Fritz-Rae win online tournament

Williams sisters lose; Fritz-Rae win online tournament

Rediff.com4 May 2020

American tennis player Taylor Fritz and his doubles partner, Tik Tok personality Addison Rae, won the virtual Stay At Home Slam on Sunday as real-life tennis remains on hold because of the coronavirus crisis. The likes of the Williams sisters, Japanese stars Naomi Osaka and Kei Nishikori and the recently retired Maria Sharapova competed as their favourite characters from the world of Nintendo to raise money for charity.

US Open: Williams sister act extended to 30th meeting

US Open: Williams sister act extended to 30th meeting

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Asked if she could have all her titles and Venus all hers without having ever had to play each other, Serena said she would happily accept that deal.

Spain will win Euro 2024, says Georgia's 'keeper Mamardashvili

Spain will win Euro 2024, says Georgia's 'keeper Mamardashvili

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

The Georgians became one of the feel good stories of the tournament by beating Portugal 2-0 in their final Group F game to make it to the knockout stages, all while trying to play expansive football against more illustrious opponents.

Nations League: Ronaldo defies time with stunning goal

Nations League: Ronaldo defies time with stunning goal

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Portugal's Bernardo Silva and Cristiano Ronaldo scored first-half goals in a comfortable 3-1 win away to Poland in the Nations League on Saturday as the Group A1 leaders continued their perfect start to the competition with three wins.

Serena Williams, the Greatest Of All Time

Serena Williams, the Greatest Of All Time

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

A quick guide into the life of Serena Williams, the GOAT - The Greatest of All Time!

Prince William opens up on Diana's death

Prince William opens up on Diana's death

Rediff.com30 May 2017

In an interview with British GQ Magazine, the Duke of Cambridge shared details on what it's like without his mother today and dealing with grief in the spotlight.

Coco Gauff gets ready to conquer Wimbledon

Coco Gauff gets ready to conquer Wimbledon

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

The American is hoping that belief will help her rekindle the Wimbledon magic that launched her into the public eye five years ago.

Here's why Serena Williams is trending...

Here's why Serena Williams is trending...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

It all started when JK Rowing decided to lend her support to 33-year-old Serena Williams.

Serena Williams strolls to eighth Miami title

Serena Williams strolls to eighth Miami title

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

Serena Williams won her eighth Miami Open title with little trouble, enjoying a 6-2, 6-0 win over Spain's Carla Suarez Navarro in just 56 minutes on Saturday.

Britain's Prince William and Kate expecting third child

Britain's Prince William and Kate expecting third child

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The child will be born fifth in line to the throne, bumping uncle Harry out of the top five and into sixth place.

F1: Ferrari's Leclerc takes pole at home Grand Prix

F1: Ferrari's Leclerc takes pole at home Grand Prix

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Leclerc took pole in Monaco in 2021, but did not start the race due to a driveshaft failure, and 2022 when he ended up fourth.

Taliban govt unlikely to survive: William Dalrymple

Taliban govt unlikely to survive: William Dalrymple

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

"The most successful governments in Afghanistan tend to be those who have the biggest tents, which would include all communities and therefore leave all communities satisfied after a point and do not create massive resentments. Now, this is not a government which I would imagine would successfully govern Afghanistan," Dalrymple, the historian said.

Williams sees off Konta to reach Rome quarters

Williams sees off Konta to reach Rome quarters

Rediff.com19 May 2017

Venus Williams powered into the Italian Open quarter-finals on Thursday with a dominant 6-1, 3-6, 6-1 victory over fifth seed Johanna Konta.

Nastase faces investigation over Serena Williams comments

Nastase faces investigation over Serena Williams comments

Rediff.com22 Apr 2017

The International Tennis Federation (ITF) launched an investigation into Romanian Fed Cup captain Ilie Nastase after allegations the former world number one had made a derogatory comment about Serena Williams' unborn child.

PIX: Muchova stuns former champion Osaka; Swiatek cruises

PIX: Muchova stuns former champion Osaka; Swiatek cruises

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open women's singles second round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Thursday.

Is Serena Williams better than Steffi Graf?

Is Serena Williams better than Steffi Graf?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Italian tennis ace Francesca Schiavone has said that she regards Serena Williams better than Steffi Graf after she drew within four Grand Slam titles of the former German great's Open-era record.

Williams appoint Sutil as reserve driver

Williams appoint Sutil as reserve driver

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Williams have appointed experienced German racer Adrian Sutil as reserve driver for the season, the Formula One team said on Thursday.

Williams tumbles out

Williams tumbles out

Rediff.com12 May 2005

Williams unable to decide

Williams unable to decide

Rediff.com7 Jan 2005

Norris-Verstappen battle heats up as Texas beckons

Norris-Verstappen battle heats up as Texas beckons

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Red Bull make changes to car after discussions with FIA

Williams retain Bottas and Massa for 2016

Williams retain Bottas and Massa for 2016

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

Finland's Valtteri Bottas and Brazilian Felipe Massa will be racing for Williams again next season, the Formula One team said on Thursday in an announcement, ending speculation about the possible return of Jenson Button.

F1: Verstappen back to winning ways in Japan

F1: Verstappen back to winning ways in Japan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

World champion Max Verstappen got back to winning ways on Sunday with a third straight pole-to-flag victory at the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix, leading teammate Sergio Perez across the line for a Red Bull 1-2 at Suzuka.

Safarova-Strycova stun Williams sisters in first round

Safarova-Strycova stun Williams sisters in first round

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Serena and Venus Williams, three-time women's doubles Olympic champions, crashed out in the first round at the Rio Games on Sunday in one of the biggest upsets so far in women's tennis. The Williams sisters were beaten by the Czech Republic pair of Barbora Strycova and Lucie Safarova 3-6, 4-6.

Williams crushes Italian Santangelo

Williams crushes Italian Santangelo

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

The former world No 1, winner of the Australian Open in 2003 and 2005, looked rusty at the start of the match but was far too strong for the Italian.

Can England Stun Scintillating Spain?

Can England Stun Scintillating Spain?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

A preview of the Euro 2024 Final between England and Spain

Tennis: Williams staggers into quarters in Auckland

Tennis: Williams staggers into quarters in Auckland

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

The 23-times Grand Slam champion looked a completely different player from the person who smashed her way into the semi-finals of the doubles with Caroline Wozniacki on Wednesday but managed to do just enough to beat the 86th-ranked McHale.

Euro PIX: Kolo Muani scores late as France beat Belgium

Euro PIX: Kolo Muani scores late as France beat Belgium

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between France and Belgium, at Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf, Germany, on Monday.

Williams sisters happy as women given centre stage

Williams sisters happy as women given centre stage

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Venus Williams said she was 'overjoyed' that Wimbledon organisers gave women the spotlight on the tournament's main showcourts on Wednesday.

Tearful Hamilton wins record ninth British GP

Tearful Hamilton wins record ninth British GP

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

Lewis Hamilton shed pent-up tears of joy after ending a 945-day wait for a win with a record ninth British Grand Prix victory in front of his home fans on Sunday.

US Open: Look At What Stars Are Wearing!

US Open: Look At What Stars Are Wearing!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

From bold colour-blocking to sleek silhouettes, US Open 2024's collections feature the latest trends in tennis fashion.

EPL PIX: Bournemouth shock Arsenal; United, Spurs win

EPL PIX: Bournemouth shock Arsenal; United, Spurs win

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

A brilliantly-worked goal by Ryan Christie and a Justin Kluivert penalty gave Bournemouth shock 2-0 Premier League win at home to 10-man Arsenal.

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

European champions Spain claimed a place in the Nations League quarter-finals with a 3-0 home win over Serbia.

East Bengal approach Delhi HC over Anwar's suspension

East Bengal approach Delhi HC over Anwar's suspension

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Anwar Ali, his current side East Bengal, and parent club Delhi FC on Thursday moved the Delhi High Court and sought a stay on the suspension imposed on the player.

Azarenka stuns erratic Williams in Indian Wells final

Azarenka stuns erratic Williams in Indian Wells final

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

Former world number one Victoria Azarenka took advantage of an error-prone display by Serena Williams to win her second BNP Paribas Open title with a 6-4, 6-4 victory in the final at Indian Wells in California.

Students, police in faceoff over Kolkata march on Tuesday

Students, police in faceoff over Kolkata march on Tuesday

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

The state police have called the scheduled rallies, support for which has been mainly garnered over social media platforms, as "illegal" and "unauthorised", and said they have taken necessary precautions to allay apprehensions about potential law and order situations during the march.

PIX: France beat Belgium; Italy down Israel

PIX: France beat Belgium; Italy down Israel

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

France overcame a slow start to beat neighbours Belgium 2-0 for their first points of the Nations League campaign.

Serena Williams burns up the beach at this sizzling shoot

Serena Williams burns up the beach at this sizzling shoot

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

Looking smoking hot for the Sports Illustrated's special swimsuit issue, the World No 1 tennis star grabbed eyeballs and posted the pictures on her Instagram page.

The 10 Best Robin Williams Movies

The 10 Best Robin Williams Movies

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

We celebrate Robin Williams, the guy who gave us such joy.