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Serena and Sharapova clash in US Open first round

Serena and Sharapova clash in US Open first round

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

It will be the 22nd career match-up between the two long-time rivals, who somehow have avoided each other at the US Open throughout their long careers.

'Mes que una mocio': Push to oust Barca prez in overdrive

'Mes que una mocio': Push to oust Barca prez in overdrive

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The motion of censure was filed by presidential candidate Jordi Farre on August 26, the day after captain and all-time high scorer Messi sent the club an official notice saying that he wished to leave.

Why's John giving the thumbs up?

Why's John giving the thumbs up?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

The actor believes Romeo Akbar Walter is an amazing film.

WHO classifies Indian Covid strain as 'variant of concern'

WHO classifies Indian Covid strain as 'variant of concern'

Rediff.com11 May 2021

The B-1617 variant of the coronavirus, first identified in India, has been classified as a variant of concern at the global level by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Serena and Sharapova ready to sharpen the edge

Serena and Sharapova ready to sharpen the edge

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Not just because Serena Williams looks capable of landing a 24th Grand Slam title against all the odds having returned from maternity leave and Maria Sharapova is seeking redemption after a 15-month doping ban with a third French Open title.

PIX: Tokyo Olympics GOLD winners on July 24

PIX: Tokyo Olympics GOLD winners on July 24

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

All the gold medallists from Saturday's action at the Tokyo Olympics.

French Open PIX: Swiatek, Medvedev, Tsitsipas in last 16

French Open PIX: Swiatek, Medvedev, Tsitsipas in last 16

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Images from Day 7 of the 2022 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Saturday.

Serena's frilly dress, Dimitrov's quirky tracksuit

Serena's frilly dress, Dimitrov's quirky tracksuit

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Serena Williams creates ripples with her latest outfit.

Barcelona announce board changes after resignations

Barcelona announce board changes after resignations

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

The departing directors had criticised the club's handling of a social media scandal and expressed doubts about the board's ability to handle the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to a 70% players' pay cut.

Six Barcelona directors quit, throwing club into crisis

Six Barcelona directors quit, throwing club into crisis

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

Spanish La Liga champions Barcelona were in turmoil on Friday after six board directors resigned criticising the clubs's handling of a social media scandal and the financial implications of the coronavirus crisis. Two of the club's four vice presidents, Emili Rousaud and Enrique Tombas, were among those to quit, joined by directors Silvio Elias, Josep Pont, Jordi Calsamiglia and Maria Texidor.

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The next 12 months will see many world cinema heavyweights unveiling exciting new films.

US Open: Are you ready for Sharapova vs Halep?

US Open: Are you ready for Sharapova vs Halep?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Sharapova was granted a wildcard entry to the last Grand Slam of the season but received a tough first-round draw in the shape of Romanian Halep.

Sharapova to make grasscourt return in Birmingham

Sharapova to make grasscourt return in Birmingham

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Former world number one Maria Sharapova will compete at the Birmingham Classic grasscourt event in the lead-up to Wimbledon, Britain's Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) announced.

Soccer Extras: Dijon stun sloppy PSG

Soccer Extras: Dijon stun sloppy PSG

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

News of all that transpired on and off the football field

WC qualifiers: Raphinha stars as Brazil cruise past Uruguay

WC qualifiers: Raphinha stars as Brazil cruise past Uruguay

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

A summary of Thursday's World Cup qualifiers.

What's Shilpa doing with Eva Longoria?

What's Shilpa doing with Eva Longoria?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

Shabana Azmi joins in too!

Halep's horrors abound in Flushing Meadows

Halep's horrors abound in Flushing Meadows

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Asked after the match how she was feeling about her early departure, Halep replied that she was 'used to it'.

Football PHOTOS: PSG punish Marseille; Bayern retain top spot

Football PHOTOS: PSG punish Marseille; Bayern retain top spot

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Angel Di Maria delivered a near-perfect performance, scoring two and setting up another as runaway leaders Paris St Germain beat 10-man Olympique de Marseille 3-1 at home on Sunday.

Photos: Best looks from the Paris Fashion Week

Photos: Best looks from the Paris Fashion Week

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

Presenting some of the best styles from the fashion week.

All about Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin

All about Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

American Sofia Kenin counter-punched her way back from a set down against Garbine Muguruza to win her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open with a 4-6, 6-2, 6-2 win in Melbourne on Saturday.

Hamilton hails 'brave' Osaka, says young athletes need help

Hamilton hails 'brave' Osaka, says young athletes need help

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Seven times Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton called on Thursday for more support for young athletes and lauded tennis player Naomi Osaka for being 'incredibly brave' for her stance on mental health.

Football Extras: Ramos charged for deliberate booking

Football Extras: Ramos charged for deliberate booking

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Oscars 2022: Ariana, Troy, Jessica WIN!

Oscars 2022: Ariana, Troy, Jessica WIN!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

A quick look at the winners of the 94th Annual Academy Awards.

Mumbai police chief submits report on Lalit Modi meet to CM

Mumbai police chief submits report on Lalit Modi meet to CM

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria on Monday submitted a report containing information on his meeting with the former Indian Premier League boss Lalit Modi to the Maharashtra government.

PIX: Look who was watching Pirates Of The Caribbean 5

PIX: Look who was watching Pirates Of The Caribbean 5

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Arshad has dubbed for the Hindi version of the film.

Why McEnroe is not buying Sharapova's story on meldonium ban

Why McEnroe is not buying Sharapova's story on meldonium ban

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Tennis great John McEnroe finds it hard to believe that Maria Sharapova was unaware she was taking a banned drug that led to her suspension, the seven-time Grand Slam champion said on Saturday.

Tennis: Medvedev seals last four spot at ATP Finals

Tennis: Medvedev seals last four spot at ATP Finals

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Muguruza wins all-Spanish clash with Badosa at WTA Finals

Julia Roberts cheers for FC Barcelona in pre-season match against Spurs

Julia Roberts cheers for FC Barcelona in pre-season match against Spurs

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

The Hollywood beauty was clicked in the FC Barcelona locker room at the Rose Bowl stadium in California, where the Spanish giants beat Tottenham Hotspur on penalties in the International Champions Cup on Saturday.

Barca prez hopeful says Messi will stay at the club

Barca prez hopeful says Messi will stay at the club

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Laporta, whose first spell in charge between 2003 and 2010 garnered unprecedented success, announced his candidacy for a second term on Monday.

India top medal tally at Shooting World Cup

India top medal tally at Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

India topped the medals tally ahead of hosts China (2 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze), who won five medals in total.

Sharapova to resume as UN goodwill ambassador in April

Sharapova to resume as UN goodwill ambassador in April

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Five-times Grand Slam champion Sharapova became an ambassador for the UN Development Programme (UNDP) in 2007, but was dropped in March after admitting she had used the banned substance meldonium.

US Open PIX: Djokovic fights back to enter semis; Sakkari, Raducanu advance

US Open PIX: Djokovic fights back to enter semis; Sakkari, Raducanu advance

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Images from Day 10 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Thursday.

The amazing life of Lionel Messi

The amazing life of Lionel Messi

Rediff.com22 Nov 2020

Messi's love for Barcelona, who he joined when he was just 13, is deep.

Will injured Sharapova miss Australian Open?

Will injured Sharapova miss Australian Open?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Sharapova struggled to move on court and conceded the opening set 6-1, with coach Thomas Hogstedt urging the Russian to take her game to the next level or call for a medical timeout.

I'm tired of being blamed for everything at Barcelona: Messi

I'm tired of being blamed for everything at Barcelona: Messi

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

A frustrated Lionel Messi said he is tired of being blamed for problems at Barcelona after he was accused by Antoine Griezmann's former agent of making life difficult for the French striker at the La Liga club.

WC qualifiers: Brazil rally to beat Venezuela; Argentina held

WC qualifiers: Brazil rally to beat Venezuela; Argentina held

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Brazil fought back from a goal down to score three times in the second half and record a 3-1 win over Venezuela that maintained their 100 percent record in qualifying matches for the 2022 World Cup.

Future uncertain for Sharapova after early Melbourne exit

Future uncertain for Sharapova after early Melbourne exit

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Five-time Grand Slam champion Sharapova cut a forlorn figure in the post-match press conference as she was questioned about her injury problems.

Is The Taliban Breaking Away From Pakistan?

Is The Taliban Breaking Away From Pakistan?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The Taliban's main challenge comes on the financial and economic front and there Pakistan doesn't have the capacity to be of any meaningful help, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

PHOTOS: Sharapova struggles but advances on return

PHOTOS: Sharapova struggles but advances on return

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

Maria Sharapova shook off some rust after injury and a 15-month doping ban to beat Jennifer Brady in her first match in the United States in more than two years on Monday at the Stanford Classic.

Struggling Sharapova splits with coach

Struggling Sharapova splits with coach

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

The news comes after Sharapova, who said the decision to end their four-year partnership was "mutually agreed", was beaten by 44th-ranked Naomi Osaka in the first round of the BNP Paribas Open in California on Wednesday.