News for 'Wimbledon Championships'

Dominant Djokovic overpowers Nadal to claim record 7th Australian Open crown

Dominant Djokovic overpowers Nadal to claim record 7th Australian Open crown

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

The Serbian won 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 to claim his 15th Grand Slam title.

Did Shastri, Kohli ignore BCCI's protocols?

Did Shastri, Kohli ignore BCCI's protocols?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

It is learnt that neither Head Coach Ravi Shastri nor captain Virat Kohli sought any written permission from the BCCI to attend the former's book launch at the team hotel.

ATP, WTA and ITF extend suspensions due to COVID-19

ATP, WTA and ITF extend suspensions due to COVID-19

Rediff.com15 May 2020

ATP events in Hamburg, Bastad, Newport, Los Cabos, Gstaad, Umag, Atlanta and Kitzbuhel will not go ahead as scheduled.

2021 will be a year of high hopes

2021 will be a year of high hopes

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

2021 has a lot to offer for sports lovers with the Tokyo Olympics topping the list.

Murray and Lendl to team up again

Murray and Lendl to team up again

Rediff.com12 Jun 2016

World number two Andy Murray is reuniting with his former coach Ivan Lendl and the two will work together at Queen's Club on Monday, the Scot said in a statement.

Think you know a lot about Sport? Take this challenge!

Think you know a lot about Sport? Take this challenge!

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Norma Godinho challenges sporting know-it-alls.

Meet the TOP 8 men's contenders at US Open

Meet the TOP 8 men's contenders at US Open

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

The eight men to watch during the US Open which starts on Monday.

Cibulkova wins first grass title at Eastbourne

Cibulkova wins first grass title at Eastbourne

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Slovakia's Dominika Cibulkova warmed up for Wimbledon with her first grasscourt title, beating in-form Czech Karolina Pliskova 7-5 6-3 at the Aegon International in Eastbourne on Saturday. But the former Australian Open finalist, seeded 12th, had to work hard for the victory early on. She had her serve broken in the first game of the match, setting the pattern for an entertaining tussle as the players traded breaks with abandon.

Fit, laser sharp Serena looks poised for 24th Slam

Fit, laser sharp Serena looks poised for 24th Slam

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

'I think when I first started, you could win a lot of easy matches, then you're in the quarter-finals, that's when it starts to get a little more tough. Now, like, there's no easy match. Everyone's playing great. Everyone's just doing a lot better'

Point-by-point guide to Murray's decisive game

Point-by-point guide to Murray's decisive game

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

Andy Murray had Britain on tenterhooks on Sunday in a nerve-13-minute shredding final game of the Wimbledon final before winning it to beat Serbia's Novak Djokovic 6-4, 7-5, 6-4.

Federer, Djokovic, Murray: Who will outgun whom this time?

Federer, Djokovic, Murray: Who will outgun whom this time?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

This edition of Wimbledon is certain to serve up a treat. And like any feast, it will throw up few upsets too, says M P Anil Kumar

Federer, Djokovic, Murray: Who will outgun whom this time?

Federer, Djokovic, Murray: Who will outgun whom this time?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

This edition of Wimbledon is certain to serve up a treat. And like any feast, it will throw up few upsets too, says M P Anil Kumar

How US teen tennis star Coco Gauff overcame depression

How US teen tennis star Coco Gauff overcame depression

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Gauff has been already touted as a long-term successor to Serena Williams at the top of US women's tennis and while she said she was getting used to people viewing her as a role model she did not like being compared to Serena or her sister Venus.

Pakistan promises fool-proof security for India's tennis players

Pakistan promises fool-proof security for India's tennis players

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Seeking to allay fears on Indian team's security during the Davis Cup tie, Pakistan Tennis Federation president Salim Saifullah Khan assured that the contest will be held in safe and secure environment, promising "impressive hospitality" to the visitors.

Can Murray end Djokovic's 'golden slam' dream?

Can Murray end Djokovic's 'golden slam' dream?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Andy Murray has what it takes to ruin Novak Djokovic's dreams of sweeping to a 'golden slam', coach Ivan Lendl has said as the Scot prepares for another tilt at the Wimbledon title.

It never entered my mind that this could be the last time: Hewitt

It never entered my mind that this could be the last time: Hewitt

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

Fighting tooth and nail as only he knows how old warrior Lleyton Hewitt waved an emotional goodbye to Wimbledon after losing a dramatic five-set match to Finland's Jarkko Nieminen.

Ivanisevic asks Murray to shed 'Mr Nice Guy' tag

Ivanisevic asks Murray to shed 'Mr Nice Guy' tag

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

Andy Murray needs to ditch the 'Mr Nice Guy' image and become more arrogant, brash and big-headed if he has aspirations of becoming Wimbledon champion, according to Goran Ivanisevic.

Top sporting flops of 2013

Top sporting flops of 2013

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

2013 was a great year for sports. Andy Murray won Wimbledon, Sebastian Vettel won the championships for the fourth time, Manchester United won the EPL. But there were also incidents and players that made 2013 unbearable. Following is a list of sporting flops in 2013.

FA Cup: Arsenal to face Hull City in third round

FA Cup: Arsenal to face Hull City in third round

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

FA Cup holders Arsenal have been drawn against runners-up Hull City, a repeat of last year's enthralling final, in this season's third round after the draw was made on Monday.

Murray takes inspiration from LeBron James

Murray takes inspiration from LeBron James

Rediff.com5 Jul 2012

Britain's great Wimbledon hope Andy Murray compared himself with NBA great LeBron James on Wednesday after moving within two victories of his first major title.

Why tennis players are rushing to the psychologists...

Why tennis players are rushing to the psychologists...

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Psychologists have become a more established presence on the tennis tour, with top players like Andy Murray and Petra Kvitova espousing the benefits.

What you must know about French Open champ Swiatek...

What you must know about French Open champ Swiatek...

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Factbox on Iga Swiatek, who defeated Sofia Kenin to win her maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open on Saturday.

Sports Shorts: Federer to make comeback in Stuttgart on June 14

Sports Shorts: Federer to make comeback in Stuttgart on June 14

Rediff.com3 Jun 2017

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

Australian Open introduces final set tiebreak

Australian Open introduces final set tiebreak

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The Australian Open has joined Wimbledon in introducing a final set tiebreak from next year's competition, following the "most extensive" consultation in the event's history, tournament director Craig Tiley said on Friday.

PIX: Aubameyang 'tricks' as Arsenal rout West Brom

PIX: Aubameyang 'tricks' as Arsenal rout West Brom

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

West Brom, relegated from the Premier League last season, made 11 changes from the side that won at the weekend in the Championship and had five players -- including goalkeeper Alex Palmer -- making their debuts.

PHOTOS: Federer delivers shot-making masterclass to reach round three

PHOTOS: Federer delivers shot-making masterclass to reach round three

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

The Swiss champion was at his breath-taking best as he crafted 48 exquisite winners during a 90-minute match that seemed more an exhibition of his shot-making than a charge towards a record ninth Wimbledon title.

Stosur and Zimonjic claim mixed doubles title

Stosur and Zimonjic claim mixed doubles title

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Fifteenth seeds Samantha Stosur and Nenad Zimonjic claimed the mixed doubles title with a 6-4, 6-2 win against 14th seeds Chan Hao-Ching of Taiwan and Max Mirnyi of Belarus at Wimbledon on Sunday in the final match of the 2014 championships.

Injured Davenport pulls out

Injured Davenport pulls out

Rediff.com26 Jun 2008

Former champion Lindsay Davenport, who has been struggling with a right knee injury, pulled out of Wimbledon on Thursday.

Throwback 2020: Thiem breaks 'Big Three' hold on Grand Slams

Throwback 2020: Thiem breaks 'Big Three' hold on Grand Slams

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

The professional tennis circuit, which requires players to jet around the world, was forced into shutdown in early March as countries went into lockdown and closed their borders to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus.

PIX: Serena powers past Strycova to set up Halep final

PIX: Serena powers past Strycova to set up Halep final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

The veteran American set up a showdown with Romanian former world number one Simona Halep in Saturday's final.

Why Olympic postponement may be blessing for busy calendar

Why Olympic postponement may be blessing for busy calendar

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

The postponement of the Tokyo Olympics has disappointed athletes around the world but, if the coronavirus pandemic eases over the next few months, it could turn out to be a blessing for the tennis world.

Tennis Roundup: Konta through to semi-finals; Berdych crashes out

Tennis Roundup: Konta through to semi-finals; Berdych crashes out

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the tennis courts.

Wawrinka upsets Dimitrov after girlfriend Vekic ousts Stephens

Wawrinka upsets Dimitrov after girlfriend Vekic ousts Stephens

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Three-times Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka returned to the big stage in style on Monday, ousting sixth seed Grigor Dimitrov 1-6, 7-6(3), 7-6(5), 6-4 on Centre Court at Wimbledon.

Emotional Federer savours long-awaited 18th slam win

Emotional Federer savours long-awaited 18th slam win

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

An emotional Roger Federer wiped away tears and urged Rafael Nadal to stay with him on the tour for years to come after felling his great rival to win his fifth Australian Open on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Murray marches forth as celebs cheer from the sidelines

PHOTOS: Murray marches forth as celebs cheer from the sidelines

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

The Royal Box was packed with stars from the world of cricket, football, athletics and tennis. Take a look...

Murray stays on course for fourth Queen's title

Murray stays on course for fourth Queen's title

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Andy Murray eased past Fernando Verdasco at the Aegon Championships on Thursday but an expected quarter-final showdown with the man who beat him at Wimbledon last year was scuppered by Luxembourg left-hander Gilles Muller.

Nadal, Gauff nominated for Laureus awards

Nadal, Gauff nominated for Laureus awards

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

Rafael Nadal is in contention for the 'World Sportsman of the Year' award alongside six-time Formula 1 World champion Lewis Hamilton, six-time World MotoGP champion Marc Mrquez and six-time FIFA World Footballer of the Year Lionel Messi.

All you need to know about US Open champ Sloane Stephen

All you need to know about US Open champ Sloane Stephen

Rediff.com10 Sep 2017

Factbox on American Sloane Stephens, who beat compatriot Madison Keys 6-3 6-0 to win her first U.S. Open singles title on Saturday:

Tennis round-up: Federer withdraws from Toronto event

Tennis round-up: Federer withdraws from Toronto event

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

The decision by the 36-year-old Swiss, who was stunned in the final of last year's Rogers Cup in Montreal by German Alexander Zverev, comes less than two weeks after his quarter-final loss at Wimbledon.

Fitness comes first for returning Murray, Djokovic

Fitness comes first for returning Murray, Djokovic

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

Murray, who has struggled with a persistent hip injury since the Briton's quarter-final exit at Wimbledon in July, pulled out of the US Open and dropped to 16th in the world rankings.