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US Open PIX: Alcaraz holds off Evans; Pegula in last 16

US Open PIX: Alcaraz holds off Evans; Pegula in last 16

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Day 6 of the 2023 US Open on Saturday.

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

How Djokovic surpassed Federer and Nadal

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final to win a men's record-extending 23rd Grand Slam title.

Meet the TOP 8 women's contenders at US Open

Meet the TOP 8 women's contenders at US Open

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

Here are eight women to watch during the US Open which starts on Monday.

'Don't be surprised if Serena is no longer No 1 by end of the year'

'Don't be surprised if Serena is no longer No 1 by end of the year'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Serena Williams remains the 'queen' of women's tennis but don't be surprised if she's no longer No 1 by the end of the year, Martina Navratilova said Thursday.

Here are Forbes' Highest Paid Athletes in the World

Here are Forbes' Highest Paid Athletes in the World

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Japan's Naomi Osaka ($37.4 million), who was ranked 29th on the list, surpassed fellow tennis player Serena Williams ($36 million) as the world's highest-earning female athlete.

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

10 highs and lows in Federer's career

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

A look at the 10 landmark matches from the 20-times Grand Slam champion's career.

Djokovic on Australian Open entry list, no Serena

Djokovic on Australian Open entry list, no Serena

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

Novak Djokovic has declined to disclose his vaccination status despite everyone at Melbourne Park needing to be inoculated against COVID-19.

Osaka becomes owner of US soccer club

Osaka becomes owner of US soccer club

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Osaka was named Forbes' highest-paid female athlete in May last year when she surpassed Serena Williams, raking in $37.4 million in prize money and endorsements over 12 months.

Serena unlikely to equal Slam record at French Open, says coach

Serena unlikely to equal Slam record at French Open, says coach

Rediff.com22 May 2021

Serena Williams is unlikely to win a record equalling 24th Grand slam title on the claycourts of Roland Garros, although her chance will come, the American's long-time coach Patrick Mouratoglou said on Friday.

Australian Open champion Azarenka coy on Williams rivalry

Australian Open champion Azarenka coy on Williams rivalry

Rediff.com12 Jan 2014

Victoria Azarenka is relishing her return to Melbourne Park as double defending champion and while Serena Williams is a hot favourite to deny her a hat-trick of titles, the Belarusian says she will not focus solely on the challenge from the World No 1.

Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon but aims for Olympics

Osaka pulls out of Wimbledon but aims for Olympics

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Naomi Osaka has pulled out of the Wimbledon championship

Serena to fight for equality until 'the grave'

Serena to fight for equality until 'the grave'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Williams, who has been outspoken in pushing for gender and racial equality, was asked in her post-match media conference whether she should focus more on her tennis than on social issues and being a celebrity.

Injured Serena pulls out of Wuhan, China Opens, eyes Tour Finals return

Injured Serena pulls out of Wuhan, China Opens, eyes Tour Finals return

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Wuhan and China Opens due to a persistent shoulder injury and is targeting a return to action in next month's WTA Finals in Singapore, the World No 2 said on Friday.

Serena's seventh makes it a quartet

Serena's seventh makes it a quartet

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Serena Williams became just the fourth player ever to win a particular tournament at least seven times when she triumphed in the Sony Open last week. Here's a look at three players who preceded the American to the feat.

Will Melbourne Park be Serena's coronation street again?

Will Melbourne Park be Serena's coronation street again?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

If players, pundits and bookmakers are to be believed, Serena Williams has already sewn up her sixth Australian Open title and the other 127 women in the draw may as well pick up their racquets and head home.

French Open to ban Serena's 'Black Panther' catsuit?

French Open to ban Serena's 'Black Panther' catsuit?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

The 36-year-old American star stunned Paris this year in her body-hugging outfit which she said was inspired by the 'Black Panther' movie and made her feel like a 'warrior princess'.

Off-duty chic! Serena's black bodysuit is downright sexy

Off-duty chic! Serena's black bodysuit is downright sexy

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

The tennis champion's daring bodysuits made a comeback on the latest GQ cover.

Why Serena hopes daughter Alexis Olympia won't play tennis

Why Serena hopes daughter Alexis Olympia won't play tennis

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Serena Williams hopes her daughter Alexis Olympia does not want to follow in her mom's famous footsteps -- suggesting ice skating might be a good alternative.

Wimbledon: Favourite Serena will be one to watch as second week begins

Wimbledon: Favourite Serena will be one to watch as second week begins

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

The exodus of seeded players has been so spectacular that only one of the top 10 remains -- number seven Karolina Pliskova.

Serena aims to inspire women the world over with this powerful message

Serena aims to inspire women the world over with this powerful message

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

Serena had said on Monday that she "can't wait for the future" as she warmed up for her return to the WTA Tour at the Tie Break Tens exhibition at Madison Square Garden.

Halep back into WTA's top five post Madrid Masters title

Halep back into WTA's top five post Madrid Masters title

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Simona Halep has moved back to the top five in the latest women's tennis world rankings issued by the WTA, after clinching her first title in over a year at the Madrid Masters.

Serena will surpass Court's Grand Slam record, says Graff

Serena will surpass Court's Grand Slam record, says Graff

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Steffi Graf acknowledged Serena Williams had achieved her success in the more competitive Open era and said she would eventually finish her career as the game's greatest player.

Met Gala PICS: Serena, Sharapova, A-Rod turn on the style

Met Gala PICS: Serena, Sharapova, A-Rod turn on the style

Rediff.com7 May 2019

Along with film stars and fashion icons, sports stars and their better halves also showed off their whacky creations on the pink carpet.

PHOTOS: Serena gets warm welcome and win on US Open return

PHOTOS: Serena gets warm welcome and win on US Open return

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Serena Williams took the first cautious step towards a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title with a 6-4, 6-0 first-round win over Magda Linette.

Azarenka returns from the wilderness at US Open

Azarenka returns from the wilderness at US Open

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Victoria Azarenka's return to the top has been a long road full of setbacks and challenges but she knuckled down, swallowed her ego and now finds herself back in a Grand Slam final after a seven-year absence.

Aus Open: How Serena ground down dogged Strycova

Aus Open: How Serena ground down dogged Strycova

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Serena Williams battled a misbehaving serve and scorching heat but stayed cool under pressure in a 7-5, 6-4 win over Czech Barbora Strycova to reach the Australian Open quarter-finals on Monday.

Like a boss! Serena responds to gender pay row

Like a boss! Serena responds to gender pay row

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

'I wouldn't say my son deserved more money than my daughter because he's a man.'

Aus Open: Serena heaps praise on Halep after booking quarters spot

Aus Open: Serena heaps praise on Halep after booking quarters spot

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

The Romanian broke Williams's serve in the first game but that was the only one she managed for the rest of the opening set as the American bulldozed her way through the set in 20 minutes, serving it out with an ace.

Royal wedding guest Serena blushes at timing of 'Queen is back' ad

Royal wedding guest Serena blushes at timing of 'Queen is back' ad

Rediff.com30 May 2018

'Nike came up with this idea right when I decided I was going to come back. And so it's kind of interesting how it all tied into the wedding and, you know, then I felt a little awkward!'

'Serena can strongly defend her Australian Open title'

'Serena can strongly defend her Australian Open title'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

Despite former world No 1 Serena Williams not being in action for almost a year, British No 1 Johanna Konta still views Williams as the player to beat at the Australian Open in 2018.

PHOTOS: 'Proud' Wozniacki completes New York Marathon as Serena cheers her on

PHOTOS: 'Proud' Wozniacki completes New York Marathon as Serena cheers her on

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

Tennis star Caroline Wozniacki ran the New York Marathon and completed the course in just over 3 hours and 30 minutes on a chilly Sunday.

Rested Serena motivated to go for Slam No 23

Rested Serena motivated to go for Slam No 23

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

Frenchman Mouratoglou said Williams had been able to recharge during the break and that her appetite for titles had not waned.

US Open will factor maternity leave into seedings

US Open will factor maternity leave into seedings

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Serena Williams was unseeded at the French Open last month due to an extended absence for the birth of her first child but she is not likely to face the same problem at the US Open.

Roger Federer and the art of making 35 look cool

Roger Federer and the art of making 35 look cool

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

We bring you five achievers who are proof that 35 is the new 25.

Favourite, but can Swiatek solve grasscourt puzzle?

Favourite, but can Swiatek solve grasscourt puzzle?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Those not familiar with seeing Swiatek close up can expect to see her sliding on Wimbledon's grass, as she does on the clay

PHOTOS: Serena wins Australian Open for 23rd grand slam crown

PHOTOS: Serena wins Australian Open for 23rd grand slam crown

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

Serena Williams beat her sister Venus 6-4, 6-4 in the Australian Open final on Saturday to win her 23rd grand slam singles title and become the most successful tennis player in the open era.

Serena, Bouchard pull out of Dubai event

Serena, Bouchard pull out of Dubai event

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

Serena Williams has pulled out of this week's Dubai Tennis Championships.

Sindhu among top-10 in Forbes list of highest paid female athletes

Sindhu among top-10 in Forbes list of highest paid female athletes

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Serena Williams was the highest paid female athlete for a third consecutive year in 2018, according to an annual list published by Forbes on Tuesday that was dominated by tennis players.

Nadal, Djokovic, Federer in same half of French Open draw

Nadal, Djokovic, Federer in same half of French Open draw

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Thirteen-time champion Rafael Nadal, 20-time Grand Slam winner Roger Federer and world number one Novak Djokovic were placed in the same half of the French Open draw on Thursday.

PHOTOS: Serena trounces Goerges, sets up Kerber final at Wimbledon

PHOTOS: Serena trounces Goerges, sets up Kerber final at Wimbledon

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Seven-times champion Serena Williams and Germany's Angelique Kerber will clash in the Ladies singles final at Wimbledon after registering easy victories in the semi-finals on Thursday. While Serena had things her way in a 6-2, 6-4 demolition of Germany's Julia Georges, Kerber beat Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko 6-3, 6-3.