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Federer to auction off Grand Slam memorabilia

Federer to auction off Grand Slam memorabilia

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

The 20-times Grand Slam champion is putting various items under the hammer in two sales in June and July at Christie's to raise money for his foundation.

Record Aussie Open prize money but stars want more

Record Aussie Open prize money but stars want more

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The Australian Open will offer a record A$111.5 million ($74.73 million) in prize money this year and while players welcomed the increase, top names like Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka said the push for a bigger payout must continue across the Grand Slams.

Serena Williams certain to make comeback, says former coach Rick Macci

Serena Williams certain to make comeback, says former coach Rick Macci

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Serena Williams' former coach Rick Macci believes the tennis star is preparing for a comeback to competitive tennis, despite her previous statements about 'evolving away' from the sport.

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'I've practised with both of them a little bit and they're incredible ball strikers. There's more to come, I hope they stay injury-free.'

Paes eyes more Grand Slam crowns

Paes eyes more Grand Slam crowns

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

'I would love to win five or six more Grand Slams. I would love to take part in my sixth Olympics,' the Indian ace declared at a media interaction in Bangalore on Wednesday.

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Top tennis players, including Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff, are threatening to boycott the French Open due to dissatisfaction with the current prize money distribution, claiming a lack of respect and a decreasing share of tournament revenue.

McIlroy Confirmed for DP World India Championship Return

McIlroy Confirmed for DP World India Championship Return

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Rory McIlroy, the five-time Major winner, will participate in the DP World India Championship at the Delhi Golf Club for the second year running. Tommy Fleetwood has also confirmed his participation.

Carlos Alcaraz Puts On A Show At Australian Open!

Carlos Alcaraz Puts On A Show At Australian Open!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz raced into the Australian Open fourth round after a clinical victory France's Corentin Moutet.

AO 2026: 'Djokovic, what you're doing is really inspiring'

AO 2026: 'Djokovic, what you're doing is really inspiring'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Carlos Alcaraz praised Novak Djokovic as an inspiration and gave a shout-out to compatriot Rafa Nadal after downing the Serbian great in four sets on Sunday to claim his first Australian Open title.

Marathon Grand Slam planned

Marathon Grand Slam planned

Rediff.com18 Apr 2005

Djokovic pulls out of Australian Open warm-up in Adelaide

Djokovic pulls out of Australian Open warm-up in Adelaide

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from next week's Australian Open warm-up tournament in Adelaide to focus on being ready for the year's first Grand Slam at Melbourne Park.

Elina Svitolina fights off Gauff to win third Italian Open title

Elina Svitolina fights off Gauff to win third Italian Open title

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Elina Svitolina of Ukraine defeated Coco Gauff in the Italian Open final, signalling her ambitions for the upcoming French Open.

Brazilian sensation Maia makes Grand Slam history

Brazilian sensation Maia makes Grand Slam history

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Beatriz Haddad Maia became the first Brazilian woman in 55 years to reach the quarter-finals

Grand Slam No 24: Time running out for Serena

Grand Slam No 24: Time running out for Serena

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Serena has remained one title behind Margaret Court's all-time record since bagging her 23rd Grand Slam singles trophy

Murray ready to risk travel for grand slams

Murray ready to risk travel for grand slams

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Murray seeks assurance on quarantine issues before US Open.

Injury cuts short Grand Slam return for Sania Mirza

Injury cuts short Grand Slam return for Sania Mirza

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Sania is returning to the circuit after a two-year break but injured her leg in practice.

'Reminiscent of 2012 when I played Rafa Nadal in final'

'Reminiscent of 2012 when I played Rafa Nadal in final'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

The match against Rafa in Australia for the title 14 years back was a massive chapter in their legacies as they gave their all in a five-set masterclass that lasted almost six hours, with Djokovic edging out Nadal.

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Doubles is not a sideshow: Yuki Bhambri on re-invention and right support

Thiem gunning for a Grand Slam title

Thiem gunning for a Grand Slam title

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Dominic Thiem has reached a Grand Slam final three times - only to lose on each occasion

Medvedev: 'I'm a bit too old. I'm not Next Gen anymore'

Medvedev: 'I'm a bit too old. I'm not Next Gen anymore'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Daniil Medvedev played down his Indian Wells semi-final win over Carlos Alcaraz, saying the Spaniard and Jannik Sinner remain on a different level from the rest of the ATP Tour.

Sonmez's Kindness Wins Fans At Aus Open!

Sonmez's Kindness Wins Fans At Aus Open!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Zeynep Sonmez is the first woman from Turkey to reach the second round of the Melbourne Park Grand Slam.

Djokovic Thanks Doubters For Motivation After Epic Win Over Sinner

Djokovic Thanks Doubters For Motivation After Epic Win Over Sinner

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic said he had always believed he could still play at the top level of tennis and rounded on those who had tried to usher him into retirement after beating Jannik Sinner in the semifinals of the Australian Open on Friday.

Paes chases record-equalling Grand Slam title

Paes chases record-equalling Grand Slam title

Rediff.com30 Jan 2010

The last couple of times they reached a Grand Slam final, Leander Paes and Cara Black ended up on the losing side and the pair will aim to break that jinx in the Australian Open mixed doubles summit clash in Melbourne on Sunday.

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

Novak Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Miami Open due to a right shoulder injury.

Dominic Thiem, a Grand Slam Champ with many firsts

Dominic Thiem, a Grand Slam Champ with many firsts

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Grit, determination, nerves were all on show at the US Open final.

At 45, Venus Williams breaks record with AO wildcard

At 45, Venus Williams breaks record with AO wildcard

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Seven-times Grand Slam champion Venus Williams thanked Australian Open organisers on Saturday for giving her a wildcard that will see the 45-year-old American become the oldest woman ever to compete in the singles main draw.

Carlos Alcaraz's One Big Goal For 2026

Carlos Alcaraz's One Big Goal For 2026

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz said winning the Australian Open to complete the career Grand Slam is the main goal of his season.

Can Nadal surpass Federer's Grand Slam titles?

Can Nadal surpass Federer's Grand Slam titles?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Matching Roger Federer's record Grand Slam haul will act as huge motivation for Rafael Nadal

Nadal says 21 Grand Slams not enough in record race

Nadal says 21 Grand Slams not enough in record race

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

Australian Open champion Rafa Nadal said he would love to finish his career with more Grand Slam titles than rivals Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic but thinks he will have to secure more than 21 to do so.

Grand Slam bosses, IMTA to talk

Grand Slam bosses, IMTA to talk

Rediff.com3 Jun 2003

The ATP will meet with the breakaway tennis players' union to thrash out the future of the sport.

Let the Grand Slams begin

Let the Grand Slams begin

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

The Australian Open in Melbourne marks the commencement of the Grand Slam season in tennis. It has certain unique characteristics.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Djokovic says Serena Williams could make a comeback at Wimbledon

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Novak Djokovic suggested that Serena Williams could see Wimbledon as the ideal venue to return to tennis.

Garcia confident she'll win a Grand Slam title

Garcia confident she'll win a Grand Slam title

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Caroline Garcia was knocked out of the French Open fourth round by Angelique Kerber on Monday, but the local favourite is confident that she has what it takes to become the first French Grand Slam champion since 2013.

PIX! Swiatek, Maia in semis as Jabeur's Grand Slam dream in tatters

PIX! Swiatek, Maia in semis as Jabeur's Grand Slam dream in tatters

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Ons Jabeur's hopes of becoming the first African woman to win a singles Grand Slam lay in ruins after her defeat by Brazil's Beatriz Haddad Maia.

Hsieh becomes Taiwan's first Grand Slam title winner

Hsieh becomes Taiwan's first Grand Slam title winner

Rediff.com7 Jul 2013

Hsieh Su-wei became the first Taiwanese player to win a grand slam title when she and Peng Shuai beat Ashleigh Barty and Casey Dellacqua 7-6(1), 6-1 in the Wimbledon women's doubles final on Saturday.

Zeynep Sonmez feeds off Turkish support to advance at Aus Open

Zeynep Sonmez feeds off Turkish support to advance at Aus Open

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Backed by passionate Turkish fans, Zeynep Sonmez defeated Anna Bondar to reach the Australian Open third round and match her best Grand Slam run.

Karolina Pliskova hungry for Grand Slam success

Karolina Pliskova hungry for Grand Slam success

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Karolina Pliskova reached the Australian Open quarter-finals for the first time on Monday and is keen to prove right those tipping her for Grand Slam success.

Nadal's journey to a men's record 21 Grand Slam titles

Nadal's journey to a men's record 21 Grand Slam titles

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

How Nadal surpassed the haul of Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Home hope Vacherot shocks Musetti in Monte Carlo

Home hope Vacherot shocks Musetti in Monte Carlo

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Monaco's Valentin Vacherot beats world No.5 Lorenzo Musetti at the Monte-Carlo Masters, securing his second career win over a top-five player.