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Davis Cup: Will India survive the sweltering conditions?

Davis Cup: Will India survive the sweltering conditions?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Indian Davis Cup team sweats it out at 'mini cauldron', match timings revised due to tough conditions

Nadal sees off Murray in five-set thriller

Nadal sees off Murray in five-set thriller

Rediff.com22 Jan 2007

The second seed Spaniard won an epic clash the Briton to enter the Australian Open quarter-finals.

'Wimbledon is Federer's best chance to win 21st slam'

'Wimbledon is Federer's best chance to win 21st slam'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

Federer, a 20-times Grand Slam champion and the world number three, won the last of his eight Wimbledon titles in 2017 and is seeded second this year behind top-ranked Novak Djokovic.

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into quarters; Swiatek knocked out

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into quarters; Swiatek knocked out

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

IMAGES from all the action on Day 7 of the US Open played at the USTA Billie Jean King Tennis Center at Flushing Meadows in New York on Sunday.

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into Round 3; Tsitsipas stunned

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into Round 3; Tsitsipas stunned

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Images from Day 3 of the US Open, at Flushing Meadows, New York.

'It's a joke': Murray blasts Australian Open officials

'It's a joke': Murray blasts Australian Open officials

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

An exhausted Andy Murray still had enough left in the tank to blast tennis officials after an epic five-set comeback second round win at the Australian Open finished after 4am local time on Friday.

Tireless Alcaraz on the cusp of Grand Slam glory

Tireless Alcaraz on the cusp of Grand Slam glory

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

With poise beyond his 19 years and enviable stamina, Carlos Alcaraz faced down the crowd and Frances Tiafoe on Friday night to collect another thrilling win and reach the US Open final.

French Open: Djoko canters into round two; Stephens lays down marker

French Open: Djoko canters into round two; Stephens lays down marker

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Novak Djokovic began his French Open campaign with a comfortable win.

Dejected Zverev sees no positives in French Open semi-final loss

Dejected Zverev sees no positives in French Open semi-final loss

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Zverev was left wondering why he has been struggling to get into his matches

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

PHOTOS: Djokovic relieved after exhausting Rublev duel

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Djokovic will next face Sinner in what will be his 46th Grand Slam semi-final, equalling the record of eight-time champion Roger Federer.

If I'm not motivated, I wouldn't be here: Djokovic

If I'm not motivated, I wouldn't be here: Djokovic

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Novak Djokovic is returning to the US for the first time in two years after being denied entry due to being unvaccinated for COVID-19.

Record-breaker Djokovic 'living his childhood dream'

Record-breaker Djokovic 'living his childhood dream'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

As he continues to live his dream, Novak Djokovic is also staking his claim to the mantle of greatest tennis player of all time.

Off colour Alcaraz survives scare, Rublev stunned in Cincinnati

Off colour Alcaraz survives scare, Rublev stunned in Cincinnati

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Earlier, title holder Borna Coric beat American Sebastian Korda 7-6 (5), 6-4, while another home hope Taylor Fritz survived a first-set thriller to beat Czech Jiri Lehecka 7-6 (14), 6-2.

'Alcaraz will have to kick Djokovic off his throne'

'Alcaraz will have to kick Djokovic off his throne'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

The 20-year-old Spaniard will attempt to end Djokovic's 34-match winning run on the Wimbledon grass.

Alcaraz-Rune showdown a curtain raiser to the future

Alcaraz-Rune showdown a curtain raiser to the future

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

'There is so much excitement brewing about Wednesday's Alcaraz and Rune quarter-finals showdown -- it could well be a juicy foretaste of things to come.'

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.

How men's matches can attract attention...

How men's matches can attract attention...

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Tennis must consider shortening matches in a bid to engage with a younger fanbase and avoid losing television viewers, according to former ATP Player Council president and doubles specialist Eric Butorac.

Murray in no rush to decide on Wimbledon

Murray in no rush to decide on Wimbledon

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The Scot said it is still too early to make a call on whether was ready for the rigours of a two-week Grand Slam with best-of-five-set matches.

Khachanov ends ailing Korda's run to reach Australian Open semis

Khachanov ends ailing Korda's run to reach Australian Open semis

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Karen Khachanov reached the semi-finals of the Australian Open for the first time on Tuesday after ailing American Sebastian Korda retired while trailing 7-6(5), 6-3, 3-0.

US Open: The top 5 men to watch out for

US Open: The top 5 men to watch out for

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

The five top contenders for the men's title at the US Open.

Kvitova upsets Rybakina to win first Miami Open crown

Kvitova upsets Rybakina to win first Miami Open crown

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Petra Kvitova turned back the clock to upset Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina 7-6(14), 6-2 on Saturday to win her first Miami Open crown and ninth WTA 1000 title.

US Open: Alcaraz crushes Zverev; Medvedev outlasts Rublev

US Open: Alcaraz crushes Zverev; Medvedev outlasts Rublev

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 10 of the US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows, New York.

US Open PIX: Error-prone Alcaraz into third round; Murray out

US Open PIX: Error-prone Alcaraz into third round; Murray out

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

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

The Man Who Never Gives Up

The Man Who Never Gives Up

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

No matter who the opponent, or how big the adversity, Andy Murray never backs away from the fight, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

British balloon bursts as valiant Murray fizzles on main stage

British balloon bursts as valiant Murray fizzles on main stage

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

When asked how confident he was that he would be competing at Wimbledon next year, Murray said: "I don't know."

Mayer wins longest Davis Cup singles match!

Mayer wins longest Davis Cup singles match!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Leonardo Mayer beat Joao Souza in a Davis Cup singles match that lasted a record six hours and 42 minutes.

No time for 'greatest match' reminiscing for Nadal

No time for 'greatest match' reminiscing for Nadal

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

'I'm feeling good...Expectations are always high. I am not here to play the tournament; I am here to try to have a good result'

Zverev rues injury after Thiem ends Paris hopes

Zverev rues injury after Thiem ends Paris hopes

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Zverev needed treatment on his left hamstring in the second set and was clearly hampered as his close friend Thiem put him through the wringer with his trademark groundstrokes.

Murray gives hip hurray for new season

Murray gives hip hurray for new season

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

Former world tennis number one Andy Murray said he can finally play without worrying about his hip following career-saving surgery in January, but expects next year's Australian Open to be the biggest test of his progress.

How Murray plans to revive his career

How Murray plans to revive his career

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

Building the stamina to consistently survive the rigours of playing five-set matches will top Andy Murray's agenda as the former US Open champion, who has undergone two hip surgeries, plots the revival of his career.

Chang congratulated me but said it's not done yet: Nishikori

Chang congratulated me but said it's not done yet: Nishikori

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

Kei Nishikori was warned by tough taskmaster coach Michael Chang not to be satisfied, after having become the first Japanese man for almost a century to reach the US Open semi-finals, and to target the title.

French Open PIX: Alcaraz, Djokovic power into quarters

French Open PIX: Alcaraz, Djokovic power into quarters

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Images from Day 8 of the 2023 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Sunday.

India lose to New Zealand; crash out of Hockey World Cup

India lose to New Zealand; crash out of Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

India made a shock exit from the FIH Men's World Cup after losing to New Zealand in sudden death in their must-win crossover match.

How poor air could hit players in long matches at Aus Open

How poor air could hit players in long matches at Aus Open

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Chris Evert - along with John McEnroe - told reporters that air quality should be paramount in tournament organisers' minds.

Murray and Dimitrov book Grand Slam re-match

Murray and Dimitrov book Grand Slam re-match

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Andy Murray has set up a mouth-watering clash with Grigor Dimitrov and a chance to avenge his defeat at Wimbledon after hammering Portugal's Joao Sousa 6-1, 6-1, 7-5 to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open in Melbourne, on Friday.

PHOTOS: Tsitsipas, Berrettini, Rybakina through to last 16

PHOTOS: Tsitsipas, Berrettini, Rybakina through to last 16

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

How sweet it is: Eubanks's climb up the ranks is 'icing on the cake'

How Nick Kyrgios Reached Wimbledon Final

How Nick Kyrgios Reached Wimbledon Final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

The maverick Australian is in his first Slam final after a roller-coaster career.

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 concedes best player won after losing to Djokovic

Nadal concedes best player won after losing to Djokovic

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

It was only 13-time champion Rafael Nadal's third defeat here since his debut in 2005 and the first time in 115 best-of-five-set matches on clay that he had lost after taking the opening set.

Wimbledon PIX! Dimitrov ousts Tiafoe; Pegula, Sinner advance

Wimbledon PIX! Dimitrov ousts Tiafoe; Pegula, Sinner advance

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Grigor Dimitrov dispatched American 10th seed Frances Tiafoe in straight sets with a convincing 6-2 6-3 6-2 victory on Sunday.