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Why the Nadal-Federer French Open record is 5-0

Why the Nadal-Federer French Open record is 5-0

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

A quick look at Rafael Nadal's domination of Roger Federer at Roland Garros.

Federer fined $3,000 for swearing at Australian Open

Federer fined $3,000 for swearing at Australian Open

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

The Swiss was handed a code violation for swearing in the third set of Tuesday's match after the lineswoman reported Federer to Serbian chair umpire Marijana Veljovic.

PHOTOS: When Hollywood biggies descended at Wimbledon

PHOTOS: When Hollywood biggies descended at Wimbledon

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

Be it cheering for Roger Federer or Garbine Muguruza at the Wimbledon final, the Hollywood brigade made their presence felt at both, the women's and men's final at Wimbledon over the weekend. We caught a few cine stars watching their tennis heroes in action at the All England Club...

Vintage Federer beats Nadal to enter his 12th Wimbledon final

Vintage Federer beats Nadal to enter his 12th Wimbledon final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

Images from the Wimbledon semi-final played between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal on Friday

Don't know if that was last time I'll play Wimbledon: Federer

Don't know if that was last time I'll play Wimbledon: Federer

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'The last few games obviously... you can feel that you're not coming back from it. I'm not used to that kind of situation, especially not here.'

Djokovic, Federer drawn in same group for ATP Finals

Djokovic, Federer drawn in same group for ATP Finals

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

World number one Rafael Nadal has been drawn alongside defending champion Alexander Zverev, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) reported.

Undercooked Nadal targets number 23 at Aus Open

Undercooked Nadal targets number 23 at Aus Open

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

The ravages of two decades on tour mean Rafael Nadal has rarely been able to prepare for majors like other players, forcing him to rely on skills and mental fortitude.

Federer to miss French Open after knee surgery

Federer to miss French Open after knee surgery

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Roger Federer has revealed he underwent knee surgery and will be out of action until the summer.

Target 20: Djokovic returns to Wimbledon with eye on record

Target 20: Djokovic returns to Wimbledon with eye on record

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Nadal will not be playing at Wimbledon, having decided to rest, while eight-time champion Federer is showing signs that, at 39, the window of opportunity to win one more Slam is closing.

Federer, 39, is gearing up for grasscourt

Federer, 39, is gearing up for grasscourt

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Federer had his first hit on Thursday at the ATP 500 event at the German city of Halle, where he has won 10 titles.

Federer to make comeback in March at ATP event in Doha

Federer to make comeback in March at ATP event in Doha

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

Roger Federer will make his return to the tennis circuit from a double knee surgery at an ATP 250 tournament in Qatar in March, having not played since last year's Australian Open.

'Oh what a night'! What Serena, Federer said after dream clash

'Oh what a night'! What Serena, Federer said after dream clash

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

The duo hailed each other in the post-match interview before the tennis titans captured the iconic moment in what Hopman Cup on Twitter described as the 'greatest selfie of all time'.

Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Nagal rises to career-best 159 in ATP rankings

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The 22-year-old from Haryana ended runners up in the Banja Luka ATP Challenger event on Sunday following a first round appearance at the US Open last month.

Federer happy to find higher gear against Cilic

Federer happy to find higher gear against Cilic

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

The 20-time Grand Slam champion smoothly pressed the accelerator to take the tiebreak and outclassed Cilic in the fourth set to claim a 6-2, 2-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win.

Djokovic likely to skip Aus Open over vaccine mandate

Djokovic likely to skip Aus Open over vaccine mandate

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

Novak Djokovic has so far declined to disclose whether he is vaccinated and his father told Serbia's TV Prva that governing body Tennis Australia's stance on players being vaccinated was tantamount to "blackmail".

Who said what after Federer's Wimbledon exit

Who said what after Federer's Wimbledon exit

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

World No.3 Roger Federer was knocked out of Wimbledon semifinal by sixth seeded Milos Raonic. The 17-time Grand Slam winner Federer, who last won a major title way back at 2012 Wimbledon, missed out on a golden chance to claim his record eight title at the SW19 with nemesis and world No.1 Novak Djokovic also ousted in the earlier round. Reactions soon started pouring in after Federer's heartbreaking defeat with some hailing the fighting spirit of the Swiss legend.

All about French Open champion Rafael Nadal

All about French Open champion Rafael Nadal

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Rafael Nadal is the oldest title winner in the history of the clay-court tournament.

Djokovic will need to be vaccinated to play Australian Open: minister

Djokovic will need to be vaccinated to play Australian Open: minister

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

All players who want a visa to compete in the Australian Open will need to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, the country's immigration minister said on Wednesday, putting Novak Djokovic's title defence and Grand Slam record bid in doubt.

Fit and still driven, Djokovic not thinking about retirement

Fit and still driven, Djokovic not thinking about retirement

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

'I still feel my body is serving me, is listening to me well. That's the key I think when you get to 35-plus.'

'Big Three' getting old? Here's what Djokovic said...

'Big Three' getting old? Here's what Djokovic said...

Rediff.com16 May 2021

The 'Big Three' of men's tennis have found some "fresh energy" to thwart the charge of younger players on the tour, world number one Novak Djokovic said after setting up yet another title clash against his biggest rival against Rafael Nadal.

Pain-free Federer eyes return at Australian Open

Pain-free Federer eyes return at Australian Open

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Roger Federer is practising pain-free after undergoing two knee surgeries this year and says he expects to return to the circuit at the Australian Open in January.

Nadal and Osaka scoop top Laureus awards

Nadal and Osaka scoop top Laureus awards

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Britain's Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton claimed the inaugural Athlete Advocate of the Year Award for his involvement in the fight against racism.

Federer opts out of 2021 Australian Open

Federer opts out of 2021 Australian Open

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

The six-time champion's agent said he will continue to work his way back to fitness from two knee operations.

Can the younger generation beat 'big three' at Wimbledon?

Can the younger generation beat 'big three' at Wimbledon?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Since 2003, one of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal or Andy Murray have won the title at Wimbledon, with the Swiss leading the way with eight titles.

'Oh my god, you still have this!'

'Oh my god, you still have this!'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

'His expression was like a million dollars!'

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.

All roads lead to Wimbledon for Federer

All roads lead to Wimbledon for Federer

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Roger Federer has made no secret that at this stage of his career, anything he does or does not do on a tennis court is done with the sole purpose of making sure he is in the best shape possible to make another title run at Wimbledon.

Djokovic gifts his racquet to a fan, wins hearts

Djokovic gifts his racquet to a fan, wins hearts

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

Djokovic found a little girl who had held up a sign and ran over to give her a racket, then blew kisses at her.

Underdog Nagal looking forward to Thiem test at US Open

Underdog Nagal looking forward to Thiem test at US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Sumit Nagal immediately set his sights on Thiem who has reached two French Open finals, losing both to Nadal.

Family vacation has Federer ready for US Open charge

Family vacation has Federer ready for US Open charge

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Roger Federer won five consecutive US Open titles from 2004-2008 but has not enjoyed much success here recently.

Rafael Nadal drops Wimbledon hint

Rafael Nadal drops Wimbledon hint

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

'Let's be confident, let's be positive and let's see what's going on'

I hope to keep going: Nadal says after 14th French Open crown

I hope to keep going: Nadal says after 14th French Open crown

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Nadal arrived in Paris with his own doctor to get through the tournament despite the injury.

'Djokovic missing US Open over COVID vaccine status would be a joke'

'Djokovic missing US Open over COVID vaccine status would be a joke'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Djokovic has refused to take the vaccine and appears set to miss out on the year's last Grand Slam

Djokovic clinches sixth year-end No. 1 ranking to tie Sampras

Djokovic clinches sixth year-end No. 1 ranking to tie Sampras

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Novak Djokovic has sealed the year-end men's world number one tennis ranking for the sixth time to go level with childhood hero Pete Sampras after closest rival Rafael Nadal opted against playing in the ATP Tour event in Sofia next week.

Federer beaten by Spaniard Andujar on Tour return

Federer beaten by Spaniard Andujar on Tour return

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Andujar, ranked 75th in the world, made a strong start, while Federer struggled to settle into his serving rhythm early on.

Wimbledon defends 'slippery' courts after Serena injury

Wimbledon defends 'slippery' courts after Serena injury

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Frenchman Adrian Mannarino also quit at two sets apiece against eight-times champion Roger Federer after sliding over on Centre Court and injuring his knee.

Consistency will be key for Nagal

Consistency will be key for Nagal

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Paes said he was pleased to see the manner in which Nagal handled himself against a great like Federer.

What Kohli would do if he woke up as Ronaldo...

What Kohli would do if he woke up as Ronaldo...

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

A huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo, India's star batter Virat Kohli says he would do a scan of his brain if he wakes up one day as the Portuguese football icon.

Djokovic to play doubles in Mallorca ahead of Wimbledon

Djokovic to play doubles in Mallorca ahead of Wimbledon

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

World No 1 Novak Djokovic has taken an unusual route to prepare for his title defence at Wimbledon by confirming his participation in doubles at next week's ATP grasscourt event in Mallorca, Spain.

The trinity of heat, age and Millman brings FedEx to a halt

The trinity of heat, age and Millman brings FedEx to a halt

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

More shocking than his departure was the manner of the 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7), 7-6,(3) loss to the Australian, with Federer simply wilting in the suffocating humidity and exiting a Grand Slam before the quarter-finals for just the fifth time since 2004.