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FIFA Ethics Committee asks for life ban for Rafael Callejas

FIFA Ethics Committee asks for life ban for Rafael Callejas

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

FIFA's Ethics Committee on Wednesday called for Rafael Callejas to be banned from soccer for life, alleging the former president of the Honduran Football Association breached the scandal-hit soccer governing body's code of conduct.

Can Zverev stop Alcaraz's clay court reign?

Can Zverev stop Alcaraz's clay court reign?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Alcaraz has been seen as fellow Spaniard Rafael Nadal's successor on the Paris clay.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Reader Blisson Antony sent us a picture of Rafael Nadal.

From Mali to Spain, albino runner now chases Paris gold

From Mali to Spain, albino runner now chases Paris gold

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Iglesias was born in Mali with albinism, a genetic condition that inhibits the production of melanin which pigments the skin, hair and eyes. Albinism impairs her visual perception by 90%, but thick corrective eyewear allows her to see around 20%.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Spotted: Rafael Nadal in Chennai

Rediff.com11 Feb 2008

Reader Mamta Nahar sent us these pictures from Chennai.

PIX: Manchester City lose to Juventus; Arsenal, Barcelona win

PIX: Manchester City lose to Juventus; Arsenal, Barcelona win

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Manchester City have one just victory from their last 10 games across all competitions.

IN PHOTOS: The Legend of Rafael Nadal

IN PHOTOS: The Legend of Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

Factbox on Rafael Nadal who won his ninth French Open title, and record fifth in succession, after beating Serbia's Novak Djokovic 3-6, 7-5, 6-2, 6-4 on Sunday.

Nations League PIX: Ronaldo takes Portugal into quarters; Spain down Denmark

Nations League PIX: Ronaldo takes Portugal into quarters; Spain down Denmark

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Scotland stay in hunt for quarters with 1-0 win over 10-man Croatia

PIX: Vinicius 'tricks' Real Madrid to big win; PSG thrash Angers

PIX: Vinicius 'tricks' Real Madrid to big win; PSG thrash Angers

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr scored a hat-trick to help the LaLiga champions snap a two-game winless run in all competitions.

Nadal says 2024 French Open may NOT be his last

Nadal says 2024 French Open may NOT be his last

Rediff.com25 May 2024

'I don't want to close 100% the door, because it's a very simple thing...'

The Rafa-Federer reunion!

The Rafa-Federer reunion!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Nadal took to social media to share the exciting news

SEE: Shastri bumps into Sharapova at British F1 GP!

SEE: Shastri bumps into Sharapova at British F1 GP!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Sinner, Alcaraz will keep tennis' flag flying: Shastri

Rafael Nadal shares his success mantra

Rafael Nadal shares his success mantra

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

"When I was a kid, I just dreamt about playing at Roland Garros, at Wimbledon, professional tournaments. I am no different than many kids. My motivation and passion to try to reach that dream was the key to our success. "We worked hard with motivation. Kids can do it, if I did it," the Spanish legend said ahead of the opening IPTL match. "The only thing I can advise is that try to have right people around you, who know about the sport, who really support you and try to help you reach your best level, practice everyday with motivation and passion. "I had good people around me. Without (coach and uncle) Tony, nothing was possible. I am lucky that someone from my family is my coach forever. We work hard. "We work with passion, with love for what we are doing and just trying to do right things to improve every year. That's the only secret."

PIX: Nadal-Alcaraz turn up the heat; Gauff knocked out

PIX: Nadal-Alcaraz turn up the heat; Gauff knocked out

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

A summary of the day's tennis action at Roland Garros.

Champions League: United's Evans, Rafael sidelined for Sociedad tie

Champions League: United's Evans, Rafael sidelined for Sociedad tie

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Manchester United defenders Jonny Evans and Rafael will miss Tuesday's Champions League match at Real Sociedad due to injury, manager David Moyes said on the eve of the Group A game.

Djokovic begs Nadal for 'one last dance'

Djokovic begs Nadal for 'one last dance'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Novak Djokovic said he is still hoping for a final chapter in their storied rivalry.

My body simply won't allow me: Nadal withdraws from Monte Carlo Masters

My body simply won't allow me: Nadal withdraws from Monte Carlo Masters

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

The Monte Carlo Masters begins on Sunday. Nadal has won the event a record 11 times, with his last victory coming in 2018.

Nations League: Ronaldo defies time with stunning goal

Nations League: Ronaldo defies time with stunning goal

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Portugal's Bernardo Silva and Cristiano Ronaldo scored first-half goals in a comfortable 3-1 win away to Poland in the Nations League on Saturday as the Group A1 leaders continued their perfect start to the competition with three wins.

Rafael Nadal on track to compete at Rio Olympics

Rafael Nadal on track to compete at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal is recovering well from a left wrist injury and is on track to compete at the Olympics in Rio, his doctor said on Tuesday.

Soccer PIX: Real, PSG, Bayern, Milan record big wins

Soccer PIX: Real, PSG, Bayern, Milan record big wins

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Roundup of the matches being held across major football leagues in Europe

PIX: Man City fumble again; Arsenal, Barcelona cruise

PIX: Man City fumble again; Arsenal, Barcelona cruise

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Manchester City squandered a three-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Nadal withdraws from Australian Open due to injury

Nadal withdraws from Australian Open due to injury

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Rafael Nadal said a MRI scan had shown a micro tear on a muscle.

Rafael Nadal reveals strong political views on Catalonia

Rafael Nadal reveals strong political views on Catalonia

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

'I don't understand Spain without Catalonia. I don't want to understand or see it'

PSG back to their best; Dortmund stage epic comeback

PSG back to their best; Dortmund stage epic comeback

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Paris St. Germain's unbeaten start to their Ligue 1 season continued on Friday with a comfortable 3-1 win over Rennes at the Parc des Princes that saw Bradley Barcola score twice to keep them top of the standings.

Lewandowski's magic saves the day for Barca

Lewandowski's magic saves the day for Barca

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

Robert Lewandowski smashed home a rebound to earn Barcelona a 2-1 win against Athletic Bilbao in an absorbing LaLiga clash on Saturday.

Another assassination attempt on Trump, suspect with AK-47 arrested

Another assassination attempt on Trump, suspect with AK-47 arrested

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Soon after the gunshots were heard at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, where Trump was golfing, the FBI said that it is "investigating what appears to be an attempted assassination of former President Trump".

Rafael Nadal is the man to beat at French Open

Rafael Nadal is the man to beat at French Open

Rediff.com22 May 2017

German Alexander Zverev says he cannot rest on his laurels after beating Novak Djokovic to win the Italian Open on Sunday and has set his sights on bigger titles in order to retain his place in the world's top 10.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at Toronto airport

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at Toronto airport

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

Reader Geethan Rayan sent us this picture.

Nadal hints he could miss French Open

Nadal hints he could miss French Open

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Spain's Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday that he is not sure if he will be able to play at next month's French Open.

Nadal's comeback plan unveiled for Brisbane

Nadal's comeback plan unveiled for Brisbane

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Nadal to make tour return at Brisbane International

Rafael Nadal: Five years of agony Down Under

Rafael Nadal: Five years of agony Down Under

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

For the fifth straight year Melbourne brought agony for Nadal. Bikash Mohapatra summarises the Spaniard's no show Down Under.

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

European champions Spain claimed a place in the Nations League quarter-finals with a 3-0 home win over Serbia.

Can anyone challenge Rafael Nadal on clay?

Can anyone challenge Rafael Nadal on clay?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Nadal enters his title defence after a stellar season on his favourite surface.

Nadal's withdrawal proves 'lucky' for Nagal

Nadal's withdrawal proves 'lucky' for Nagal

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Sumit Nagal got the big break as he was the highest ranked player in that draw.

Nadal withdraws from Indian Wells, says 'not ready to play'

Nadal withdraws from Indian Wells, says 'not ready to play'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Rafael Nadal withdrew from Indian Wells on Wednesday on the eve of his first-round match.

PIX: Barcelona thrash Villarreal; Milan down Inter

PIX: Barcelona thrash Villarreal; Milan down Inter

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha both scored twice to help Barcelona thrash hosts Villarreal 5-1.

Twelve Final Days Review: The Federer Tribute

Twelve Final Days Review: The Federer Tribute

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Given that Twelve Final Days doesn't really delve into the genesis of Roger Federer, the ups and downs of his career, the assumption is that it is meant for people who are already familiar with his work, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

Nadal in Australian Open draw, Kyrgios absent

Nadal in Australian Open draw, Kyrgios absent

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Defending champion Novak Djokovic will bid for a record-extending 11th title at Melbourne Park and 25th Grand Slam crown overall.

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

US Open: What Happens When Djokovic Loses

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The unpredictable nature of the 2024 US Open has turned it into one of the most thrilling Grand Slam tournaments in recent memory.

Djokovic's slump, Nadal's injury fuel uncertainty at French Open

Djokovic's slump, Nadal's injury fuel uncertainty at French Open

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Novak Djokovic's erratic form, Rafael Nadal's fitness woes and untimely injuries to top-ranked youngsters have set up an uncertain French Open men's tournament