News for 'marathon'

Rahul Gandhi's 'blood on PM hands' remark expunged

Rahul Gandhi's 'blood on PM hands' remark expunged

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Parts of Rahul Gandhi's speech during the Operation Sindoor discussion in the Lok Sabha were expunged from the record after he criticised the government for trying to protect Prime Minister Narendra Modi's image.

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Jadeja's English summer: A tale of records and resolve

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Ravindra Jadeja continued his renaissance as a batter, delivering his best-ever outing during the recent Test series in England and joining a list of legends

Breast cancer survivor to run London marathon topless

Breast cancer survivor to run London marathon topless

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

The 50-year-old breast cancer survivor runs topless to help erase the stigma around the disease

Is Jaiswal next Kohli?

Is Jaiswal next Kohli?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal continued his meteoric rise in international cricket with yet another outstanding overseas tour

Pahalgam, Op Sindoor to dominate Parl this week; will Tharoor speak?

Pahalgam, Op Sindoor to dominate Parl this week; will Tharoor speak?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

A big question mark is on whether Shashi Tharoor, who had led the delegation to the US among other countries, will be picked as speaker by the Congress, as the seasoned Lok Sabha member's enthusiastic endorsement of the government's action following the terror attack has soured his ties with his party.

Athletics first, swimming last! LA 2028 unveil wild new schedule

Athletics first, swimming last! LA 2028 unveil wild new schedule

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Organizers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics on Monday released the first look at the Olympic competition schedule, highlighting a historic reshuffling of key events and the most ambitious sports lineup in Games history.

'Jai Shri Ram' Echoes At Mumbai Marathon

'Jai Shri Ram' Echoes At Mumbai Marathon

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Runners, carrying saffron flags featuring Lord Ram's image, chanted 'Jai Shri Ram' at the marathon.

Fritz loses in quarters; Fonseca wins marathon battle

Fritz loses in quarters; Fonseca wins marathon battle

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

Top seed Taylor Fritz of the United States was beaten by Spanish eighth seed Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the quarter-finals.

'How is this possible?' Hassan completes gruelling Paris run with marathon gold

'How is this possible?' Hassan completes gruelling Paris run with marathon gold

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Netherlands' Hassan grinds out thrilling marathon gold in sprint finish

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh Claims Rapid Honours

Grand Chess Tour: Gukesh Claims Rapid Honours

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Grand Chess tour: Gukesh takes big 3-point lead in Rapid section of Super United

PIX: Siraj, Akash Deep Put India Back In Command

PIX: Siraj, Akash Deep Put India Back In Command

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Siraj's six-wicket haul helps India stay ahead on bizarre day three of the second Test against England at Edgbaston.

Records Smashed! Inside India's Finest Away Test Win

Records Smashed! Inside India's Finest Away Test Win

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Take a look at the numbers and narratives that made Edgbaston Test one for the ages.

Rashid Khan Reveals Reason Behind IPL Flop Show!

Rashid Khan Reveals Reason Behind IPL Flop Show!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Rashid Khan opens up on rehab mistakes, how a break helped him rediscover his best following back surgery.

Rahul's English Summer of Maturity and Mastery

Rahul's English Summer of Maturity and Mastery

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

With over 500 runs, six crucial catches, the most by an Indian on the tour, Rahul led by example and lived up to his wiseman tag.

The Great Escape! Jadeja, Sundar pull off dramatic draw in Manchester

The Great Escape! Jadeja, Sundar pull off dramatic draw in Manchester

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar struck unbeaten centuries as India staged a superb fightback on the final day to draw the fourth Test against England.

Why India are likely to rest Bumrah for Birmingham Test

Why India are likely to rest Bumrah for Birmingham Test

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

In all likelihood, Jasprit Bumrah could be given a break for the second Test to be played at Edgbaston from July 2 and return for the third Test, to be held at Lord's from July 10-14.

Jannik Sinner reveals why his dad missed French Open final

Jannik Sinner reveals why his dad missed French Open final

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Jannik Sinner was part of the longest French Open final when he lost in five sets to defending champion Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday but his dad was not there to witness it.

Wimbledon: Vintage Djokovic decimates local hope Evans

Wimbledon: Vintage Djokovic decimates local hope Evans

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Djokovic rolls back the years to crush Britain's Evans at Wimbledon 2025

Ollie Pope breaks silence after ton

Ollie Pope breaks silence after ton

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Ollie Pope has consciously tried to not let discussions about his slot in the playing eleven affect him too much

Did Gill's Outburst Cost India at Lord's?

Did Gill's Outburst Cost India at Lord's?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'...If Shubman Gill had that kind of a fiery side to him, we would have seen it a little earlier. You don't have to show it when you're the captain.

Kipyegon misses sub-4 mile, but vows to try again

Kipyegon misses sub-4 mile, but vows to try again

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Kenya's Faith Kipyegon fell short in her attempt to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes on Thursday

Kenya's Kipkorir provisionally suspended for doping

Kenya's Kipkorir provisionally suspended for doping

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Kenyan marathon runner Brimin Kipkorir has been provisionally suspended after he tested positive for prohibited substances, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) said on Monday.

Zverev fights through stomach ailment to beat Cobolli

Zverev fights through stomach ailment to beat Cobolli

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Alexander Zverev's quest for a first grasscourt title took an unexpected turn at the Halle Open on Friday when the German second seed was forced to sprint from court to vomit mid-match before rallying to defeat Italy's Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6(8).

I feel very alone out there at times; I struggle mentally: Zverev

I feel very alone out there at times; I struggle mentally: Zverev

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

It was Alexander Zverev's first opening-round defeat at a Grand Slam since Wimbledon in 2019 and leaves him still searching for a first major after 38 attempts.

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Marathon world record holder Kiptum dies in car crash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

According to the Nation newspaper, Kiptum was driving his Rwandan coach and a woman in a car near the Rift Valley village where he was born when the accident occurred.

Uganda's Kiplimo smashes world record

Uganda's Kiplimo smashes world record

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Twice world cross country champion Kiplimo's run was the greatest single improvement on the men's half marathon record, World Athletics stated on its website.

7 Blasts, 11 Minutes: When Mumbai's Heart Was Bombed

7 Blasts, 11 Minutes: When Mumbai's Heart Was Bombed

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Nineteen years later, remembering how terror struck Mumbai's lifeline on July 11, 2006.

'If You Make One Mistake, You Can Lose Your Life'

'If You Make One Mistake, You Can Lose Your Life'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

'Mountaineering is never 'easy'. Nothing is in your hands, you have to be prepared. That's the same for life as well.'

Quartermiler Sneha suspended for failed dope test

Quartermiler Sneha suspended for failed dope test

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Sneha Kolleri, a member of the 4x400m women's relay squad, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after returning positive for stanozolol.

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

13 of the men's seeds fell at the first hurdle -- a Wimbledon record since 32 seeds were introduced in 2001.

'The Marathon showcases Mumbai'

'The Marathon showcases Mumbai'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

'It has been three years since the last Marathon so there is a tendency to go all out, but you got to ease back into it more gently.'

Cilic Topples Draper; Easy For Sinner, Djokovic

Cilic Topples Draper; Easy For Sinner, Djokovic

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Marin Cilic had never beaten a Top-5 player on grass in his entire career before Thursday.

On This Day, Eiffel Tower Was Open To Public

On This Day, Eiffel Tower Was Open To Public

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The Eiffel Tower was opened to the public today, May 6 in 1889, during the Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) held in Paris to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.

'Entrepreneurship is a marathon'

'Entrepreneurship is a marathon'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

'There are multiple ups and downs.' 'You should be able to withstand all that.' 'You need to have the temperament to run a marathon.'

They Took The Tiranga Around The World

They Took The Tiranga Around The World

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Lieutenant Commanders Roopa A and Dilna K from the Indian Navy have stamped India's name on the high seas.

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

PIX: Injury halts Dimitrov's charge on struggling Sinner

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Novak Djokovic reached the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the 16th time but it proved a hard day's work at his Centre Court office.

Silver-Star Tejaswin Stresses Emotional Discipline

Silver-Star Tejaswin Stresses Emotional Discipline

Rediff.com29 May 2025

A rollercoaster of emotions: Tejaswin finds silver in South Korea

Kenyan Kiptum smashes men's marathon world record

Kenyan Kiptum smashes men's marathon world record

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum shattered the men's marathon world record in Chicago on Sunday, winning in two hours and 35 seconds to beat compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's previous mark by more than 30 seconds.

'Marathoners don't get respect'

'Marathoners don't get respect'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

'The marathon is run at a certain pace. It's not easy.'

Ethiopian runners reign supreme at Mumbai Marathon

Ethiopian runners reign supreme at Mumbai Marathon

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

The elite races across all categories were dominated by Ethiopian runners.