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ATP Cup: Murray faces 'Baby Fed' instead of Federer

ATP Cup: Murray faces 'Baby Fed' instead of Federer

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Former world number one Andy Murray is in line to play Grigor Dimitrov in the opening round of the inaugural ATP Cup, with Bulgaria qualifying among the final six teams in the nation-based tournament.

Defying the 'Big Four' at the majors

Defying the 'Big Four' at the majors

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

The quartet of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray has kept the Grand Slams tournaments mostly to themselves. Bikash Mohapatra showcases the few others who have broken that trend in the last decade.

Rome Masters: Murray storms to 10th successive win on clay

Rome Masters: Murray storms to 10th successive win on clay

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Andy Murray is more afraid of losing his wedding ring than a tennis match these days but that did not stop him from storming to a 10th successive win on clay at the Rome Masters on Wednesday.

Tennis year-ender: Murray achieves milestone, regrets for Nadal

Tennis year-ender: Murray achieves milestone, regrets for Nadal

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

For Andy Murray 2012 marked a golden milestone, for Novak Djokovic the year was an emphatic reminder of his status as the world's best male player, and for Roger Federer and his army of fans it was proof that the old master's magic still sparkles.

Madrid Open PHOTOS: Murray bows out, rusty Nadal through

Madrid Open PHOTOS: Murray bows out, rusty Nadal through

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Andy Murray was overwhelmed 6-3, 6-2 by Santiago Giraldo and champion Rafael Nadal showed signs of rustiness before reaching the Madrid Open quarter-finals with a 6-1, 6-4 win over Jarkko Nieminen on Thursday.

Murray aware of Nadal injury during practice last week

Murray aware of Nadal injury during practice last week

Rediff.com28 May 2016

Seven-times grand slam champion John McEnroe called Nadal's latest injury "extremely disappointing". "We've seen him play for many years and it's always been a concern about how his knees would hold up," the American told Eurosport in his daily spot. "After last year, we all hoped he would be able to get his health and fitness back and get his game together and it looked like that was happening. "We all know how much he wanted (title) number 10 and we were looking forward to seeing play Novak in the semis." Former French Open champion Mats Wilander said the decision had been a no-brainer for Nadal.

Murray's Wimbledon win, Sachin's goodbye.. Top sporting moments of 2013

Murray's Wimbledon win, Sachin's goodbye.. Top sporting moments of 2013

Rediff.com23 Dec 2013

Who stole the show in 2013? Andy Murray, Sachin Tendulkar, Lance Armstrong among others were in the spotlight this year. As the year draws to an end, check out the top 10 sporting moments of 2013.

Murray carries Britain to Davis Cup semi-finals

Murray carries Britain to Davis Cup semi-finals

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

Andy Murray carried Britain to their first Davis Cup semi-final since 1981 after he beat France's Gilles Simon 4-6, 7-6(5), 6-3, 6-0 on Sunday to give the hosts an unassailable 3-1 lead.

Murray splits with coach Mauresmo

Murray splits with coach Mauresmo

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Andy Murray and his coach Amelie Mauresmo have agreed to end their two-year working relationship, the British world number three said on Monday.

Murray calls for more mixed-doubles events on main tours

Murray calls for more mixed-doubles events on main tours

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

'Putting match-ups in tennis like Serena Williams and Roger Federer on the same court, it is so brilliant for our sport'

Thiem pulls out from Kooyong, doubtful for Aus Open

Thiem pulls out from Kooyong, doubtful for Aus Open

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

The Austrian spent four days in bed with a virus after pulling out of a tournament in Doha last week.

Like Murray, Djokovic to go it alone in Miami

Like Murray, Djokovic to go it alone in Miami

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

Andy Murray will not be the only top seed at the Sony Open without a trusted coach by his side as Novak Djokovic said on Thursday that Boris Becker will miss Miami to undergo double hip surgery.

Sports Shorts: Murray splits with coach Lendl; Shvedova-Serena showdown

Sports Shorts: Murray splits with coach Lendl; Shvedova-Serena showdown

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray has split with coach Ivan Lendl after two years, the British world number six said on Wednesday.

'Never thought I'd be World No. 1'

'Never thought I'd be World No. 1'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2016

The triple grand slam winner, who will take over from Serb Novak Djokovic at the top when the rankings are updated on Monday, still went out on centre court for a practice session in front of a bemused crowd.

Indian Wells PHOTOS: Federer withstands winds of change; Wawrinka, Murray fall

Indian Wells PHOTOS: Federer withstands winds of change; Wawrinka, Murray fall

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Roger Federer cruised into the quarter-finals of the PNB Paribas Open at Indian Wells on Wednesday after Wimbledon champion Andy Murray and Australian Open winner Stanislas Wawrinka both fell in the fourth round.

PHOTOS: Queen leads Murray plaudits after historic triumph

PHOTOS: Queen leads Murray plaudits after historic triumph

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

Queen Elizabeth joined politicians, sports stars and celebrities in congratulating Andy Murray on Sunday after he made tennis history by becoming the first Briton in 77 years to win the Wimbledon men's title.

'Best feeling ever' to watch Andy make history: Judy Murray

'Best feeling ever' to watch Andy make history: Judy Murray

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

New Wimbledon champion Andy Murray's mother Judy has revealed that it was the best feeling ever to watch her son enter the history books at the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

Wawrinka joins Queen's Club field

Wawrinka joins Queen's Club field

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

French Open champion Stanislas Wawrinka will join Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal at this year's pre-Wimbledon warm-up event at Queen's Club, Aegon Championships organisers said.

Murray's Wimbledon hopes boosted by Ferguson's advice

Murray's Wimbledon hopes boosted by Ferguson's advice

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

British tennis ace Andy Murray has said that former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has given him "gold dust" advice and have boosted his hopes to win the Wimbledon.

All fun and games: Murray fails at NBA half-court challenge, Bale trumps

All fun and games: Murray fails at NBA half-court challenge, Bale trumps

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

The half court challenge allows a player five attempts to make a basket from a distance of 47ft (half court).

Photos: Celebrities spotted at Wimbledon

Photos: Celebrities spotted at Wimbledon

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

Rediff.com gives a quick glimpse of the famous faces that have, so far, been spotted at the Wimbledon.

Dubai Open: Russian Donskoy stuns Federer

Dubai Open: Russian Donskoy stuns Federer

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Roger Federer suffered a shock 3-6, 7-6(7), 7-6(5) loss to world number 116 Evgeny Donskoy of Russia in the Dubai Open second round on Wednesday.

Konta through to quarter-finals in Nottingham

Konta through to quarter-finals in Nottingham

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

Konta, the world number eight who will carry Britain's hopes into Wimbledon along with Andy Murray, won 6-4, 6-1 against the Belgian Wickmayer and will face Australian Ashleigh Barty next.

Below par Federer risks missing out on trip to London

Below par Federer risks missing out on trip to London

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Going by current form and placement, Bikash Mohapatra says it won't come as a surprise if the Swiss maestro fails to qualify for the season-ending ATP World Tour finals.

Disrespectful to talk about Nadal's downfall: Sharapova

Disrespectful to talk about Nadal's downfall: Sharapova

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Predicting Rafael Nadal's downfall as he prepares to try and win a record-extending 10th French Open title is disrespectful to the Spaniard, double Roland Garros champion Maria Sharapova said on Friday.

Britain's Murray seals rare Davis Cup win over U.S

Britain's Murray seals rare Davis Cup win over U.S

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Britain celebrated their first Davis Cup victory over the United States since 1935 when Andy Murray beat Sam Querrey 7-6, 6-7, 6-1, 6-3 on Sunday in the World Group first-round tie in San Diego.

Djoko, Wawrinka will have to play 'match of their lives' to beat Nadal

Djoko, Wawrinka will have to play 'match of their lives' to beat Nadal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

"You can't think that (Kei) Nishikori, Dominic Thiem or Marin Cilic have a chance," the former French Open champion said.

Aus Open odd balls: 'Poster boy' Murray gets fans all vocal

Aus Open odd balls: 'Poster boy' Murray gets fans all vocal

Rediff.com15 Jan 2013

Australia's traditional love of the underdog and admiration for sporting battlers garnered plenty of support for Briton Andy Murray during his long wait for Grand Slam success.

'International Premier Tennis League spectator friendly'

'International Premier Tennis League spectator friendly'

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Indian tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi, who has launched his ambitious International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) with the backing of a galaxy of top stars, says his event would be television, spectator and players friendly because of its unique model.

Hips don't lie for beaten Murray at Wimbledon

Hips don't lie for beaten Murray at Wimbledon

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Andy Murray failed to overcome a troublesome hip injury.

Celebs @ Wimbledon 2009

Celebs @ Wimbledon 2009

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

A look at the celebrities spotted at the All England Club during Wimbledon 2009.

Japan's Nishikori qualifies for ATP Tour finals in London

Japan's Nishikori qualifies for ATP Tour finals in London

Rediff.com12 Oct 2016

Japan's Kei Nishikori will make a third straight appearance at the ATP Tour finals next month after becoming the fifth player to qualify for the season-ending tournament, organisers said on Wednesday.

Murray beaten by Gulbis in Montreal

Murray beaten by Gulbis in Montreal

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

Andy Murray suffered his first defeat in nearly three months on Thursday when he was beaten by Latvia's Ernests Gulbis in the third round of the Rogers Cup. Playing just his second match since winning Wimbledon, Murray fell 6-4, 6-3 in less than an hour and a half in one of the key lead-up events to the US Open.

Wawrinka steps out of Federer's shadow and into Djokovic showdown

Wawrinka steps out of Federer's shadow and into Djokovic showdown

Rediff.com7 Sep 2013

Switzerland's Stanislas Wawrinka stepped out of compatriot Roger Federer's shadow and into the US Open semi-finals with a 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 upset of defending champion Andy Murray on Thursday.

Wimbledon to become 14-day tournament from 2022

Wimbledon to become 14-day tournament from 2022

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

The Wimbledon Championships will become a 14-day tournament from 2022, with matches set to be played on Middle Sunday, traditionally a day off at the grasscourt Grand Slam.

Citi Open: Bopanna and Mergea reach semis

Citi Open: Bopanna and Mergea reach semis

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Third seeds Rohan Bopanna and Florin Mergea progressed into the men's doubles semifinals.

Coaching greats good for the game: Federer

Coaching greats good for the game: Federer

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

Roger Federer, who has taken on childhood hero Stefan Edberg as part of his team, thinks the recruitment of former great players as coaches will be good for tennis in the long term.

Djokovic, Serena Williams named ITF World Champions

Djokovic, Serena Williams named ITF World Champions

Rediff.com12 Dec 2012

Serbia's Novak Djokovic has beaten Andy Murray to the International Tennis Federation's (ITF) annual men's World Champion award with American Serena Williams taking the women's prize for a third time.

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.

The famous five: Usual suspects eyeing US Open glory

The famous five: Usual suspects eyeing US Open glory

Rediff.com24 Aug 2013

Before we choose our favourites for the US Open men's singles title this year, let's get one fact in place -- since the 2005 French Open, only five men have won Grand Slam singles titles but rarely have all five been in contention at the same event.