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French Open Pix: Alcaraz, Tsitsipas, Jabeur record hard wins

French Open Pix: Alcaraz, Tsitsipas, Jabeur record hard wins

Rediff.com29 May 2024

IMAGES from Day 4 of the French Open played at Roland Garros on Wednesday

Davis Cup: Bopanna-Ramkumar lose the must-win doubles match

Davis Cup: Bopanna-Ramkumar lose the must-win doubles match

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Rohan Bopanna and Ramkumar Ramanathan blew away their chances in the must-win doubles match as India lost the World Group I tie to Finland after conceding an unassailable 0-3 lead, in Espoo on Saturday.

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic whips Rune; Fritz stuns Zverev

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic whips Rune; Fritz stuns Zverev

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Images from Day 8 of Wimbledon 2024 at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London on Monday.

Sinner first Italian to become World No 1

Sinner first Italian to become World No 1

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'I'm happy to be part of this Italian movement. People, they start to play tennis now more and more, which is great to see. I think that's the most important.'

When Sharath Kamal shared lunch table with Roger Federer

When Sharath Kamal shared lunch table with Roger Federer

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

India's flag-bearer for Paris Olympics, Achanta Sharath Kamal, on Wednesday recalled the most memorable moments from his five appearances at the Games so far.

Dimitrov stuns Zverev, meets Sinner in Miami final

Dimitrov stuns Zverev, meets Sinner in Miami final

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov defeated Alexander Zverev 6-4, 6-7(4), 6-4 in a thrilling contest on Friday to reach the Miami Open final, where he will face world number three Jannik Sinner.

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev march into quarters

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev march into quarters

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Carlos Alcaraz powered into the Australian Open quarter-finals for the first time on Monday

Melbourne set for new king as sizzling Sinner takes on Medvedev

Melbourne set for new king as sizzling Sinner takes on Medvedev

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Jannik Sinner has sprinted past opponents at the Australian Open in his quest for a maiden Grand Slam but could end up running a marathon in the final against Daniil Medvedev on Sunday, when Melbourne Park will crown a new king.

French Open: Djokovic escapes Schwartzman's clutches in five sets

French Open: Djokovic escapes Schwartzman's clutches in five sets

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

Novak Djokovic survived a scare at the French Open to beat unseeded Argentine Diego Schwartzman in five sets.

I love playing five sets: Paes

I love playing five sets: Paes

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

Indian tennis ace Leander Paes says he's a lot fitter now than he was seven years ago.

Zverev blames illness for Aus Open semi-final loss

Zverev blames illness for Aus Open semi-final loss

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Alexander Zverev said his energy began to fade midway through his five-sets Australian Open semi-final loss to Daniil Medvedev

Aus Open: Felix fends off Thiem in five-hour marathon

Aus Open: Felix fends off Thiem in five-hour marathon

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Felix has gone past the opening round of a major for the first time since the 2023 Australian Open.

'Kyrgios poised for major breakthrough at Wimbledon'

'Kyrgios poised for major breakthrough at Wimbledon'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Evert said she has been impressed by what she has seen from the 27-year-old.

Davis Cup: Ramkumar, Balaji power India to 2-0 lead over Pakistan

Davis Cup: Ramkumar, Balaji power India to 2-0 lead over Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

India blunted Pakistan's challenge on the opening day to take a 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup World Group I play-off tie with Ramkumar Ramanathan and N Sriram Balaji rising to the occasion in the high-pressure contest, in Islamabad on Saturday.

Asian Games: Indian men's volleyball team stuns South Korea

Asian Games: Indian men's volleyball team stuns South Korea

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Indian men's volleyball team on Wednesday stunned last edition silver winner South Korea in a five-set thriller to top the group and reach the knock-out stage of the Asian Games in Hangzhou.

WPL PIX: Sajana seals MI victory with last-ball six

WPL PIX: Sajana seals MI victory with last-ball six

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

IMAGES from the WPL opener between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians played in Bengaluru on Friday

Gutsy Medvedev outlasts Hurkacz; Zverev stuns Alcaraz to enter semis

Gutsy Medvedev outlasts Hurkacz; Zverev stuns Alcaraz to enter semis

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The Russian, twice a losing finalist at Melbourne Park, went toe-to-toe with the big Pole for almost four energy-sapping hours on Rod Laver Arena

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz battles into round 3; Pegula out

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz battles into round 3; Pegula out

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Images from Day 5 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Thursday.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

IMAGES from Day 10 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

Can Alcaraz upset Djokovic's reign at Australian Open?

Can Alcaraz upset Djokovic's reign at Australian Open?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Alcaraz will hope to bury memories of an injury-plagued start to last year when he missed the Australian Open

'We're witnessing rise of next superstar of tennis'

'We're witnessing rise of next superstar of tennis'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Alcaraz's hero Rafael Nadal, who won two Wimbledons and once beat Roger Federer in five sets once said Alcaraz's victory over Djokovic felt similar.

Ancic tops Verdasco in five-set thriller

Ancic tops Verdasco in five-set thriller

Rediff.com30 Jun 2008

Mario Ancic came from two sets down to beat Fernando Verdasco 3-6, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 13-11 to set up a quarter-final against Roger Federer.

Wimbledon Images: Rosol stuns Nadal in five-set thriller

Wimbledon Images: Rosol stuns Nadal in five-set thriller

Rediff.com29 Jun 2012

Czech Lukas Rosol beat second seed Rafa Nadal 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 in the Wimbledon second round to complete one of the biggest ever upsets on Thursday.

No pain, no gain for Nadal

No pain, no gain for Nadal

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Rafael Nadal, who was out of competitive action for over six months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was at pains to point out that not everything was as easy as it looks.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic finally finds his groove!

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic finally finds his groove!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Images from Day 6 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Friday.

Gasquet upsets Roddick in five-set thriller

Gasquet upsets Roddick in five-set thriller

Rediff.com7 Jul 2007

Richard Gasquet tamed Andy Roddick's power game with some brilliant all-court tennis to upset the American number three seed 4-6 4-6 7-6 7-6 8-6 and reach the Wimbledon semi-finals for the first time on Friday.

Can returning Nadal cope with Grand Slam demands?

Can returning Nadal cope with Grand Slam demands?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

'I've never been of the thought that Rafa needs rhythm because he's too good for that. But now the situation is different.'

Medvedev turned on by desire to win US Open final

Medvedev turned on by desire to win US Open final

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

'The more you lose something, the more you want to win it, the more you want to gain it and take it.'

Djokovic vs Alcaraz rivalry heats up!

Djokovic vs Alcaraz rivalry heats up!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Novak Djokovic said his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz was becoming like the one he shared with the Spaniard's compatriot, Rafa Nadal, after needing nearly four hours to outlast the 20-year-old world number one in an epic Cincinnati Open final on Sunday.

Nadal-Djokovic French Open semis 'Best Slam Match of Year'

Nadal-Djokovic French Open semis 'Best Slam Match of Year'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) has recognized the French Open semi-final encounter between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic as the "Best Grand Slam Match of the Year".

Raducanu relishing Centre Court debut at Wimbledon

Raducanu relishing Centre Court debut at Wimbledon

Rediff.com26 Jun 2022

Last year, the teenager was ranked 338 in the world when she received a wildcard and she reached the last-16 against all odds

Alcaraz's sensational surge! Can he dethrone Medvedev?

Alcaraz's sensational surge! Can he dethrone Medvedev?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Alcaraz stops Zverev to set up semi-final of US Open champions

PIX: Jabeur, Gauff ease into second round; Osaka ousted

PIX: Jabeur, Gauff ease into second round; Osaka ousted

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Images from Day 2 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday.

US Open defence and Djokovic rivalry await Alcaraz

US Open defence and Djokovic rivalry await Alcaraz

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The bull-like Alcaraz, playing only his second Grand Slam final compared to Djokovic's record 35, put on a show

PICS: Alcaraz, Ruud to clash for US Open crown, No. 1 spot

PICS: Alcaraz, Ruud to clash for US Open crown, No. 1 spot

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Norway's Casper Ruud harnessed his mighty forehand to reach his second Grand Slam final this year by beating Russia's Karen Khachanov 7-6(5), 6-2, 5-7, 6-2 at the US Open, keeping alive his hopes of reaching the top of the world rankings.

Aus Open PIX: Teenager Noskova stuns World No 1 Swiatek

Aus Open PIX: Teenager Noskova stuns World No 1 Swiatek

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Images from Day 7 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Saturday.

PIX: Wimbledon champ Alcaraz proves he's the real deal

PIX: Wimbledon champ Alcaraz proves he's the real deal

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Carlos Alcaraz ended Novak Djokovic's reign to usher in a new era at Wimbledon -- a win that was being trumpeted as the changing of the guard in men's tennis.

Woodbridge bemoans Wimbledon's 'heartbreaking' doubles decision

Woodbridge bemoans Wimbledon's 'heartbreaking' doubles decision

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Nine-times Wimbledon men's doubles champion Todd Woodbridge said on Thursday it was "heartbreaking" to hear the All England Club had made the decision to cut the event to best-of-three sets rather than five from this year.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic storms into quarters; Rublev survives scare

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic storms into quarters; Rublev survives scare

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Images from the men's singles fourth round matches on Day 8 of the 2023 Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday.

Rublev wins Swedish Open; Novak to skip Canadian Masters

Rublev wins Swedish Open; Novak to skip Canadian Masters

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Russian Andrey Rublev beat Norwegian top seed Casper Ruud