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Aus Open: Daniil Medvedev Stuns With Epic Comeback; Aryna Sabalenka Advances

Aus Open: Daniil Medvedev Stuns With Epic Comeback; Aryna Sabalenka Advances

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka fended off a serious challenge from Anastasia Potapova to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open.

A Day After Daring Louvre Museum Heist

A Day After Daring Louvre Museum Heist

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

On Sunday, October 19, 2025, at around 9:30 am local time, thieves pulled off a daring heist at the Louvre museum in Paris, using a crane to smash an upstairs window and steal priceless French crown jewels.

Prince Andrew gives up royal titles over Epstein controversy

Prince Andrew gives up royal titles over Epstein controversy

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Britain's Prince Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, has relinquished the title of Duke of York and all other royal honours after a 'discussion' with the monarch, amid 'continued accusations' around his association with American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Canadian Bouchard ends career on home soil

Canadian Bouchard ends career on home soil

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Eugenie Bouchard's best year was 2014 when she reached the semi-finals of the French and Australian Opens, and the final of Wimbledon.

PIX: Venus Williams makes winning return!

PIX: Venus Williams makes winning return!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Venus Williams enjoyed a winning return to tennis after more than a year away from the game in the women's doubles at the Washington Open on Monday.

Bouchard extends career after advancing in Montreal

Bouchard extends career after advancing in Montreal

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Playing in only her second singles match of the year, Bouchard blasted a forehand winner to take the first set but Colombian Arango turned the tables in the second set amid a cascade of unforced errors from her opponent.

Wimbledon's greatest: Every women's champ since 1884

Wimbledon's greatest: Every women's champ since 1884

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

List of Wimbledon women's singles champions after Iga Swiatek beat Amanda Anisimova in the final on Saturday:

UK queen's granddaughter Princess Eugenie announces wedding

UK queen's granddaughter Princess Eugenie announces wedding

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

The 27-year-old younger daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York -- the monarch's younger son -- and Sarah, Duchess of York, will marry her nightclub manager boyfriend later this year at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, the same venue as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding on May 19.

Princess Eugenie marries in second UK royal wedding of the year

Princess Eugenie marries in second UK royal wedding of the year

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Five months ago, Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot. Now, his cousin, Princess Eugenie -- Queen Elizabeth's grand daughter -- is marrying Jack Brooksbank at St George's Chapel. Here are the highlights from the second royal wedding of the year.

PHOTOS: Eugenie Bouchard 'almost' suspended in the air

PHOTOS: Eugenie Bouchard 'almost' suspended in the air

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Eugenie Bouchard tried to forget her poor results on the court.

When Eugenie Bouchard was smitten by Sharapova...

When Eugenie Bouchard was smitten by Sharapova...

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

She once posed for a photograph with an eight-year-old Eugenie Bouchard but that friendly touch was not on show on Thursday as Maria Sharapova wiped the smile off the Canadian's face to set up a French Open final with Simona Halep.

Eugenie Bouchard sweats it out on the beach

Eugenie Bouchard sweats it out on the beach

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Eugenie Bouchard arrives in Eastbourne, her final grass-court warm-up, having lost nine of her last 10 matches.

Andre Agassi set to visit India in January

Andre Agassi set to visit India in January

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

American tennis great Andre Agassi is set to visit India in January to officially flag off a major pickleball event in India.

The real reason behind Eugenie Bouchard's slump

The real reason behind Eugenie Bouchard's slump

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Former Wimbledon runner-up Eugenie Bouchard's slide down the tennis rankings had nothing to do with any eating disorder, the Canadian said on Thursday.

Hopman Cup: Perth too hot for Eugenie Bouchard

Hopman Cup: Perth too hot for Eugenie Bouchard

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Serena Williams backed the searing Perth conditions as perfect preparation for her Australian Open title bid but the weather proved too hot for Canadian Eugenie Bouchard.

Tennis sensation Eugenie Bouchard, Dimitrov make a splash in Acapulco

Tennis sensation Eugenie Bouchard, Dimitrov make a splash in Acapulco

Rediff.com2 Mar 2014

The two rising tennis stars Eugenie Bouchard and Grigor Dimitrov played an exhibition game on a floating court.

Eugenie Bouchard victory brings smile to future face of tennis

Eugenie Bouchard victory brings smile to future face of tennis

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Eugenie Bouchard proved again she is a player for the big occasion by powering into the second round of the US Open with a 6-2, 6-1 demolition of Olga Govortsova on Tuesday, bringing a smile to the player hyped as the future face of women's tennis.

Chennai Open: Podoroska sends Bouchard packing

Chennai Open: Podoroska sends Bouchard packing

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Bouchard got off to a quick start in the opening last eight clash and raced away to win it 6-1 in 38 minutes.

Colombia reach first World Cup quarters; France advance

Colombia reach first World Cup quarters; France advance

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

While Catalina Usme fired Colombia to a 1-0 win over Jamaica, France entered the quarters with a win over Morocco.

Chennai Open PIX: Bouchard sends Karman packing

Chennai Open PIX: Bouchard sends Karman packing

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Canada's Eugenie Bouchard quelled a second set fightback from India's Karman Kaur Thandi to win 6-2, 7-6 in the round of 16 and book a spot in the singles quarter-final of the Chennai Open WTA 250 tennis tournament.

Former finalist Bouchard withdraws from Wimbledon 2022

Former finalist Bouchard withdraws from Wimbledon 2022

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard has withdrawn from the 2022 Championships with no ranking points on offer.

Sharapova reacts to criticism from Eugenie Bouchard & co

Sharapova reacts to criticism from Eugenie Bouchard & co

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

Maria Sharapova's love for tennis has only grown stronger during her 15-month doping ban, the five-times Grand Slam winner has said as she continues her comeback from the suspension.

Chennai Open: Focus on Bouchard, Alison Riske-Amritraj

Chennai Open: Focus on Bouchard, Alison Riske-Amritraj

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

Alison Riske-Amritraj will be eager to build on that in the land of her in-laws.

A King's Face Shrouded In Sadness

A King's Face Shrouded In Sadness

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

A brother and sister united in grief at their beloved mother's funeral.

Women's World Cup PIX: France edge Brazil; Sweden rout Italy

Women's World Cup PIX: France edge Brazil; Sweden rout Italy

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Captain Wendie Renard's header seven minutes from time earned France a dramatic 2-1 win over Brazil.

Karman Kaur Thandi is India's No. 1

Karman Kaur Thandi is India's No. 1

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Earlier in the tournament, Karman had caused an upset by defeating the second seed Robin Anderson (USA) in the first round and Japanese Ena Shibahara, one-half of the French Open 2022 mixed double champions in the second round.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

FIFA Women's WC PIX: France held by Jamaica; Sweden steal 2-1 win

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

France's hopes of a winning start to their Women's World Cup campaign were thwarted by a hardworking Jamaican side in a 0-0 draw in the opening Group F clash at Sydney Football Stadium on Sunday.

Chennai WTA Open: India's Karman Kaur Thandi shocks No.8 seed

Chennai WTA Open: India's Karman Kaur Thandi shocks No.8 seed

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

Canada's Eugenie Bouchard, on a comeback trail from injury, began her campaign in the tournament with a 7-5. 6-2 win over Joanne Zuger of Switzerland. She was joined in the second round by compatriot and seventh-seed Rebecca Marino.

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

FIFA Women's WC PIX: Sweden unstoppable; SA, France enter last-16

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

A much-changed Sweden side reached the Women's World Cup last 16 with a perfect record

Chennai Open: Linette, Swan reach quarter-finals

Chennai Open: Linette, Swan reach quarter-finals

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Linette will battle against Canada's Rebecca Marino, the seventh-seed, in the last eight on Friday.

Man arrested for running up towards Queen's coffin

Man arrested for running up towards Queen's coffin

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

A man has been arrested after running towards the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, Lying-in-State at Westminster Hall in London as thousands of mourners file past to pay their respects.

Tennis players sizzle in swimsuits

Tennis players sizzle in swimsuits

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Sports Illustrated has featured three players in the annual swimsuit issue.

Big screens in parks, cinema chains across UK to show Queen's funeral

Big screens in parks, cinema chains across UK to show Queen's funeral

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

The UK's first state funeral in 57 years follows a strict protocol and will be steeped in military traditions, with rehearsals being undertaken for many days.

US Open: 5 things to watch out for on Day 3

US Open: 5 things to watch out for on Day 3

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

After rain led to the cancellation of all matches outside of the roof-covered Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday, the tournament looks to make up for lost time with a busy schedule featuring 87 matches.

Madrid Open: Kuznetsova crushes Bouchard in quarters

Madrid Open: Kuznetsova crushes Bouchard in quarters

Rediff.com12 May 2017

The Canadian set the tournament alight with a scintillating, three-set win over Maria Sharapova on Tuesday after her outspoken comments about the Russian returning from her 15-month doping ban, including calling her a cheater.

Tennis Roundup: Bouchard survives qualifying to grab Wimbledon spot

Tennis Roundup: Bouchard survives qualifying to grab Wimbledon spot

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Former Wimbledon runner-up Eugenie Bouchard successfully negotiated the qualifying draw on Thursday, beating Colombian Mariana Duque-Marino 6-3, 6-2 to secure a spot in next week's main draw.

Bouchard ready to become Wimbledon royalty

Bouchard ready to become Wimbledon royalty

Rediff.com5 Jul 2014

The 20-year-old Eugenie Bouchard is the first Canadian - male or female - to reach a Grand Slam final and she will come up against sixth seed Petra Kvitova for a chance to win the prestigious Venus Rosewater Dish in the women's final on Saturday.

Why tennis star Bouchard is suing US Tennis Association...

Why tennis star Bouchard is suing US Tennis Association...

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

Canadian tennis player Eugenie Bouchard has filed a case against the United States Tennis Association (USTA) for their negligence.

Canadian beauty Bouchard sweats it out on the beach

Canadian beauty Bouchard sweats it out on the beach

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

Canadian Eugenie Bouchard tried to forget her poor results on the court.

William, Harry won't walk next to each other at Prince Philip's funeral

William, Harry won't walk next to each other at Prince Philip's funeral

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

William and Harry will both join family members in walking behind their grandfather's coffin, but their cousin, Peter Phillips (the son of Princess Anne), is set to walk between them.