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10 highs and lows in Federer's career

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

A look at the 10 landmark matches from the 20-times Grand Slam champion's career.

Timeline: Djokovic's run to record 24 Grand Slam titles

Timeline: Djokovic's run to record 24 Grand Slam titles

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Novak Djokovic beat Daniil Medvedev in the US Open final to win a 24th Grand Slam singles title and equal Margaret Court's record haul.

Medvedev leads Russia to third Davis Cup crown

Medvedev leads Russia to third Davis Cup crown

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

Russia took an unassailable 2-0 lead over Croatia in the Davis Cup final in Madrid on Sunday to secure their third title and first in 15 years, as Daniil Medvedev outlasted Croatian Marin Cilic 7-6(7), 6-2.

French Open PIX: Big three advance; Barty retires

French Open PIX: Big three advance; Barty retires

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

Images from Day 5 of the 2021 French Open, in Paris, on Thursday.

Federer's WORST five Grand Slam defeats

Federer's WORST five Grand Slam defeats

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

A look at Roger Federer's worst five Grand Slam losses.

Davis Cup: Croatia lead India after Prajnesh, Ramanathan lose

Davis Cup: Croatia lead India after Prajnesh, Ramanathan lose

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

Bora Gojo and Marin Cilic gave Croatia a 2-0 lead over India, winning the opening singles, in their Davis Cup qualifier in Zagreb on Friday. Gojo, ranked 277th, put the hosts ahead with a come-from-behind 3-6, 6-4, 6-2 victory over world No. 132 Prajnesh Gunneswaran while world No. 37 Cilic was taken to two tie-breakers before prevailing over 182-ranked Ramkumar Ramanathan 7-6(8), 7-6(8).

Tennis Rankings: Nadal jumps to 4th spot, Gauff attains career-high rank

Tennis Rankings: Nadal jumps to 4th spot, Gauff attains career-high rank

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic remained at the top of the rankings chart

US Open PIX: Tiafoe knocks out Nadal; Swiatek survives

US Open PIX: Tiafoe knocks out Nadal; Swiatek survives

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

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

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final to win a men's record-extending 23rd Grand Slam title.

Nadal overpowers Kecmanovic to advance in Madrid Open

Nadal overpowers Kecmanovic to advance in Madrid Open

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Rafa Nadal returned from an injury layoff to beat Miomir Kecmanovic 6-1 7-6(4) on Wednesday

PHOTOS: Kyrgios stuns Medvedev; Alcaraz loses

PHOTOS: Kyrgios stuns Medvedev; Alcaraz loses

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Nick Kyrgios produced a serve-and-volley masterclass to topple world number one Daniil Medvedev 6-7(2), 6-4, 6-2 for his eighth straight win on a day of upsets, while American Tommy Paul rallied to beat Spanish second seed Carlos Alcaraz.

PHOTOS: Croatia's President is the country's biggest sports cheerleader

PHOTOS: Croatia's President is the country's biggest sports cheerleader

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovi again seen backing her nation in a top showdown with France

Secret to Nadal's longevity

Secret to Nadal's longevity

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Nadal had arrived in Paris nursing a nagging foot injury and even brought a doctor with him to improve his chances

ATP Tour Finals: Djokovic tames Isner as Ronaldo watches

ATP Tour Finals: Djokovic tames Isner as Ronaldo watches

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

In the earlier match, Zverev beat Cilic -- the Croat's 9th loss in 10-round robin matches in the Finals

Big hitters vie for Wimbledon semis spot

Big hitters vie for Wimbledon semis spot

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

Inspired Cilic vs 'tired' underdog Muller

Five nations seal Davis Cup Finals debuts

Five nations seal Davis Cup Finals debuts

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

India caused a stir in Zagreb where veteran duo Leander Paes and Rohan Bopanna edged Mate Pavic and Franko Skugor in Saturday's doubles to keep alive the tie but Marin Cilic quickly doused Indian hopes with a 6-0, 6-1 win over Sumit Nagal.

PICS: Alcaraz wins US Open, ascends to world number one

PICS: Alcaraz wins US Open, ascends to world number one

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz beat Norway's Casper Ruud 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(1), 6-3 in the men's singles final at the US Open on Sunday to win his maiden Grand Slam title and rise to world number one for the first time.

Wawrinka clinches title at French Open warmup tourney

Wawrinka clinches title at French Open warmup tourney

Rediff.com21 May 2016

French Open champion Stan Wawrinka warmed up for the defence of his title at Roland Garros with a 6-4, 7-6(11) victory over Marin Cilic to win the Geneva Open title on Saturday.

French Open PIX: Nadal overcomes hiccup, to face Del Potro in semis

French Open PIX: Nadal overcomes hiccup, to face Del Potro in semis

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

IMAGES from the French Open matches played on Thursday

Paes in squad for Croatia Davis Cup tie

Paes in squad for Croatia Davis Cup tie

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

The AITA selection committee, on Tuesday, decided to keep veteran Leander Paes in the five-member playing squad for the upcoming Davis Cup tie against Croatia, making Divij Sharan the reserve member.

Cilic shocks Roddick as upsets continue

Cilic shocks Roddick as upsets continue

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

A racket-smashing Andy Roddick was shocked 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 by 19-year-old Croat Marin Cilic in the third round of the Toronto Masters on Thursday. Rafael Nadal and defending champion Novak Djokovic however eased into the last eight.

In Numbers: Roger Federer's Grand Slam records

In Numbers: Roger Federer's Grand Slam records

Rediff.com28 Jan 2018

Here is a breakdown of Roger Federer's Grand Slam numbers.

Nadal in French Open final after Zverev retires with ankle injury

Nadal in French Open final after Zverev retires with ankle injury

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

Zverev twisted his ankle as he tried to retrieve a shot in the 12th game of the second set

US Open: Serena enters 3rd round; Muguruza knocked out

US Open: Serena enters 3rd round; Muguruza knocked out

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Images from matches played on Day 4 at the US Open at the Flushing Meadows in New York on Thursday.

Davis Cup PIX: Croatia and France deadlocked after singles

Davis Cup PIX: Croatia and France deadlocked after singles

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

Croatia and France were tied at 1-1 after Friday's singles in their Davis Cup semi-final clash in Zadar after Richard Gasquet and Marin Cilic both won their matches.

US Open PIX: Djokovic, Nishikori make semis; Keys advances

US Open PIX: Djokovic, Nishikori make semis; Keys advances

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

IMAGES from Day 10 of the US Open matches played in New York on Wednesday

Aus Open PIX: Medvedev, Cornet, Tsitsipas through to quarter-finals

Aus Open PIX: Medvedev, Cornet, Tsitsipas through to quarter-finals

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Images from Day 8 of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Monday.

Ice-cool Del Potro paves the way for Argentina's Davis Cup win

Ice-cool Del Potro paves the way for Argentina's Davis Cup win

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

Juan Del Potro's tennis career looked over after a second wrist injury sidelined him for the best part of two years in 2014 but the Argentine enjoyed one of his greatest moments when he led his nation to their maiden Davis Cup title.

US Open: Serena survives; Thiem, Azarenka roll into round of 16

US Open: Serena survives; Thiem, Azarenka roll into round of 16

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

IMAGES from Day 6 of the matches played at the US Open at Flushing Meadows on Saturday.

Cincinnati Open: Medvedev grinds down Shapovalov; Swiatek out

Cincinnati Open: Medvedev grinds down Shapovalov; Swiatek out

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Medvedev suffered a jarring early exit from the Canadian Masters last week but overcame some initial problems in a tricky tie against Shapovalov to edge both sets and book a meeting with American Fritz.

Djokovic reaches final of own exhibition tournament

Djokovic reaches final of own exhibition tournament

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

The tournaments involve eight players each, divided into two pools of four on a round-robin basis. Sets have been slashed to best-of-seven games.

Raonic, Isner crash out in Valencia; Cilic through

Raonic, Isner crash out in Valencia; Cilic through

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

Milos Raonic and John Isner were knocked out of the Valencia Open by lower-ranked opponents on Wednesday, denting their chances of clinching one of two remaining berths at next month's World Tour finals in London.

France go with Tsonga and Chardy in Davis Cup final singles vs Croatia

France go with Tsonga and Chardy in Davis Cup final singles vs Croatia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Already without the likes of Richard Gasquet and Gael Monfils for the final against Croatia, Noah decided to leave out Lucas Pouille, the top-ranked player in his squad.

Djokovic still coy about playing in Australian Open

Djokovic still coy about playing in Australian Open

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

Novak Djokovic is still uncertain whether he will take part in the 2022 Australian Open but will soon make a decision, the World No 1 said after Serbia's 2-1 defeat by Croatia in the Davis Cup semi-finals on Friday.

Roger Federer: Casting a spell with elegance, grace and artistry

Roger Federer: Casting a spell with elegance, grace and artistry

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Federer may never glide across it as only he can, or any other Grand Slam court for that matter, again. But his legacy will never fade.

Tennis round-up: Federer battles hard for semi-final spot in Halle

Tennis round-up: Federer battles hard for semi-final spot in Halle

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Cilic marches past Querrey into Queen's semis

PHOTOS: When Hollywood biggies descended at Wimbledon

PHOTOS: When Hollywood biggies descended at Wimbledon

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

Be it cheering for Roger Federer or Garbine Muguruza at the Wimbledon final, the Hollywood brigade made their presence felt at both, the women's and men's final at Wimbledon over the weekend. We caught a few cine stars watching their tennis heroes in action at the All England Club...

No medal for Djokovic for third straight Games

No medal for Djokovic for third straight Games

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

The world number one had arrived in Tokyo aiming to become the first man to win all four majors and an Olympic gold medal in the same calendar year. But that quest came to an end after he was beaten by fifth-ranked German Alexander Zverev in Friday's semi-final.

Cool Coric steers Croatia into Davis Cup final with France

Cool Coric steers Croatia into Davis Cup final with France

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

The 21-year-old Coric came from two sets to one down to defeat the 20-year-old debutant Tiafoe 6-7(0), 6-1, 6-7(11), 6-1, 6-3 and finally subdue a remarkable fightback from the Americans, who had earlier levelled the tie 2-2 from two down.

Tennis: Kvitova ready for return in all-Czech tournament

Tennis: Kvitova ready for return in all-Czech tournament

Rediff.com27 May 2020

The tournament, with eight players in both the men's and women's draw, will resemble regular tennis as much as possible.