News for 'tennis comeback'

Tennis round-up: Nadal overcomes Struff to make Barcelona semis

Tennis round-up: Nadal overcomes Struff to make Barcelona semis

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

Eleven-times champion Rafael Nadal booked his place in the semi-finals of the Barcelona Open semi-finals by beating German Jan-Lennard Struff 7-5, 7-5 in a hard-fought match on Friday.

PICS: Gauff rallies to beat Sabalenka and win US Open

PICS: Gauff rallies to beat Sabalenka and win US Open

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Images from the US Open women's singles final at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Saturday.

'Forgot the feeling' Raonic after two-year heartbreak

'Forgot the feeling' Raonic after two-year heartbreak

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Former world number three Milos Raonic marked the end of an injury nightmare that sidelined him for two years and made him doubt whether he would ever play again.

Hopman Cup: Croatia down Spain, meet Switzerland in final

Hopman Cup: Croatia down Spain, meet Switzerland in final

Rediff.com23 Jul 2023

Croatia's Borna Coric and Donna Vekic outlasted Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Rebeka Masarova 1-6, 6-4 (14-12) in their Hopman Cup mixed doubles rubber on Saturday to secure a 2-1 victory that earned them a spot in the final against Switzerland.

PIX! Zverev weathers Argentine storm to seal semis spot

PIX! Zverev weathers Argentine storm to seal semis spot

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Alexander Zverev fough back to enter his third consecutive French Open semifinals on Wednesday.

Tennis Roundup: Sharapova wins on return from six-month injury break

Tennis Roundup: Sharapova wins on return from six-month injury break

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

It was the Russian's first competitive match since she withdrew from the St Petersburg Open in January.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Popyrin scare; Sabalenka cruises; Wozniacki, Jabeur exit

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives Popyrin scare; Sabalenka cruises; Wozniacki, Jabeur exit

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Images from Day 4 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Wednesday.

Hingis to make comeback

Hingis to make comeback

Rediff.com30 Nov 2005

The former world number one is to return to professional tennis next year.

Halep labours to victory on comeback at Prague Open

Halep labours to victory on comeback at Prague Open

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Simona Halep, who skipped the Palermo Ladies Open last week, was making her first appearance on the WTA Tour since her title triumph at the Dubai Tennis Championships in February.

World TT: Manika in quarters of women's, mixed doubles

World TT: Manika in quarters of women's, mixed doubles

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Manika Batra and Archana Kamath defeated Hungary's Dora Madarasz and Georgina Pota 11-4, 11-9, 6-11, 11-7 in the women's doubles round of 16.

Sports Shorts: Murray's comeback halted; Sharapova enters quarters

Sports Shorts: Murray's comeback halted; Sharapova enters quarters

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

Modest hopes for Federer ahead of injury comeback

Modest hopes for Federer ahead of injury comeback

Rediff.com10 Apr 2016

Roger Federer was giving absolutely no guarantees about his form on Sunday, as the four-time finalist prepared for his first ATP start in more than two months at the Monte Carlo Masters. The 17-time Grand Slam winner will be starting afresh in the second round on the Monte Carlo Country Club clay after his early February knee operation. After hitting for nearly a week at the seaside venue overlooking the Mediterranean, the Swiss said that next week will be key for deciding his further schedule ahead of the French Open - the second major of the season. "I feel more rust than rest, but I am rested, mentally and physically," the 34-year-old said. "I don't think about the Roland Garros title," the 2009 Paris champion added.

Dom's Take: Roger. Rafa. Djoko. GOAT!

Dom's Take: Roger. Rafa. Djoko. GOAT!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Dominic Xavier salutes the three incomparable masters of the modern era: Roger Federer. Rafael Nadal. Novak Djokovic.

Injury-prone Del Potro to hang up racquet

Injury-prone Del Potro to hang up racquet

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

'If I'm honest I have to say that I'm not here for a miraculous comeback like on other occasions. I know the limitations I have physically, and we'll see later.'

Murray bows out of Australian Open after epic comeback

Murray bows out of Australian Open after epic comeback

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

Andy Murray's hopes of a fairytale swansong at the Australian Open were crushed

Best Davis Cup comeback win for me: Paes

Best Davis Cup comeback win for me: Paes

Rediff.com14 Sep 2014

Veteran Indian tennis star Leander Paes today said that the dramatic victory he pulled off along with partner Rohan Bopanna against formidable Serbians was the best comeback effort of his Davis Cup career.

French Open: Djoko keeps bid alive for Grand Slam No. 23

French Open: Djoko keeps bid alive for Grand Slam No. 23

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic kept his bid alive for Grand Slam No. 23 as he entered the semifinals of the French Open.

Aus Open PIX: Medvedev shocked; Swiatek, Tsitsipas ease into 4th round

Aus Open PIX: Medvedev shocked; Swiatek, Tsitsipas ease into 4th round

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Images from Day 5 of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Friday.

Wimbledon PIX: Jabeur ends Elena's title defence; Sabalenka ousts Keys

Wimbledon PIX: Jabeur ends Elena's title defence; Sabalenka ousts Keys

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Ons Jabeur gained revenge for her defeat in last year's final when she surged back to beat third-seeded defending champion Kazakh Elena Rybakina.

When Tendulkar compared his career to Federer's comeback

When Tendulkar compared his career to Federer's comeback

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

Sachin Tendulkar says he could well understand what veterans Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal might have felt during their Australian Open final clash.

The Man Who Never Gives Up

The Man Who Never Gives Up

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

No matter who the opponent, or how big the adversity, Andy Murray never backs away from the fight, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into Round 3; Tsitsipas stunned

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into Round 3; Tsitsipas stunned

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Images from Day 3 of the US Open, at Flushing Meadows, New York.

'There will be no fairytale ending for Serena'

'There will be no fairytale ending for Serena'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Serena must be prepared to live with it and say goodbye even in the face of defeat'

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into quarters; Swiatek knocked out

US Open PIX: Djokovic eases into quarters; Swiatek knocked out

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

IMAGES from all the action on Day 7 of the US Open played at the USTA Billie Jean King Tennis Center at Flushing Meadows in New York on Sunday.

Tennis Roundup: Murray revival ended again by Verdasco

Tennis Roundup: Murray revival ended again by Verdasco

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

It was a repeat of the 34-year-old's straight sets victory over Andy Murray in the second round of the US Open in August.

'It's a joke': Murray blasts Australian Open officials

'It's a joke': Murray blasts Australian Open officials

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

An exhausted Andy Murray still had enough left in the tank to blast tennis officials after an epic five-set comeback second round win at the Australian Open finished after 4am local time on Friday.

Tennis Roundup: Serena likely to return for Australian Open

Tennis Roundup: Serena likely to return for Australian Open

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

American tennis player Serena Williams is all set to make her comeback at the Australian Open, organisers confirmed.

Mubadala world tennis: Murray sees positives in defeat

Mubadala world tennis: Murray sees positives in defeat

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

Wimbledon champion Andy Murray was happy with his movement if not the result after making a losing return from 15 weeks on the sidelines at an Abu Dhabi exhibition tournament this week.

Check out Serena's 'outrageous' comeback plans...

Check out Serena's 'outrageous' comeback plans...

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Serena Williams aims to defend her Australian Open title next year, the American saying the rapid return to action would only give her around three months to prepare after giving birth to her first child.

Until 4 Years Ago, Madhwal Hadn't Played Red Ball Cricket!

Until 4 Years Ago, Madhwal Hadn't Played Red Ball Cricket!

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Not the typical next-door budding cricket, Madhwal is a civil engineer for whom the sport was just a hobby. Watching him in the second half of this season, one would find it tough to believe that the 29 year old used to play tennis ball cricket until four years ago.

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic, Sinner, Sabalenka in semis

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

IMAGES from Day 10 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

Tennis round-up: Murray marks return with doubles win

Tennis round-up: Murray marks return with doubles win

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

The 32-year-old, five-times a winner of the singles at the prestigious Wimbledon warm-up event, delighted a large evening centre court crowd with some fluent shot-making as he and Spanish veteran Lopez beat top seeds Juan Sebastian Cabal and Robert Farah 7-6(5), 6-3.

US Open PIX: Fritz, Gauff ease ahead to keep home hopes alive

US Open PIX: Fritz, Gauff ease ahead to keep home hopes alive

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul and Coco Gauff all advanced to the third round of the US Open on Wednesday to keep home hopes alive.

Davis Cup: Nagal dropped; Yuki back for Denmark tie

Davis Cup: Nagal dropped; Yuki back for Denmark tie

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Sumit Nagal has been dropped from the five-member Indian Davis Cup team for the World Group 1 play-off tie against Denmark in New Delhi next month.

Tennis round-up: Impressive Wozniacki continues march in Auckland

Tennis round-up: Impressive Wozniacki continues march in Auckland

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

The Danish World No 3 ended 2017 with the biggest title of her career in Singapore and returned a day after thrashing Madison Brengle in her season opener to hit 21 winners against eight unforced errors in the 53-minute win over Martic.

Henin-Hardenne ready for comeback

Henin-Hardenne ready for comeback

Rediff.com16 Dec 2004

The Belgian will face Nathalie Dechy in an exhibition match this weekend after being out for three months with exhaustion.

Tennis: Thiem ousts Federer in semis; Halep vs Bertens in final

Tennis: Thiem ousts Federer in semis; Halep vs Bertens in final

Rediff.com11 May 2019

The fifth-seeded Austrian, who saved two match points, will face Novak Djokovic on Saturday after the world number one's opponent Marin Cilic withdrew with food poisoning.

Nadal triumph slams door on young pretenders again

Nadal triumph slams door on young pretenders again

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Yet the warrior-like instincts kicked in and we were all reminded that Nadal, as long as he is standing, remains a physical and psychological force of nature on a tennis court.

French Open PIX: Sabalenka roars into 2nd round; Tsitsipas triumphs

French Open PIX: Sabalenka roars into 2nd round; Tsitsipas triumphs

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Images from Day 1 of the French Open matches played at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Clijsters sets sights on 2020 comeback after seven-year absence

Clijsters sets sights on 2020 comeback after seven-year absence

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

The decision marks Clijsters' second return to the sport after first retiring in 2007.