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Line Judges Step Aside as AI Takes Over at Wimbledon

Line Judges Step Aside as AI Takes Over at Wimbledon

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

The tournament's once-robust pool of around 300 line judges has been cut to 80 and they will serve as "match assistants", who support chair umpires and step in should the ELC -- powered by more than 450 cameras -- fail in any of the 18 courts in use.

After 3-year hiatus, Chennai Open is back!

After 3-year hiatus, Chennai Open is back!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Chennai Open back on WTA calendar after three years

US Open PIX: Sabalenka's sweet revenge; Rybakina routs Raducanu

US Open PIX: Sabalenka's sweet revenge; Rybakina routs Raducanu

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Aryna Sabalenka got the revenge she craved on Friday by defeating Leylah Fernandez to erase the sting of her 2021 US Open semi-final upset.

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Asian Games silver medallist Ancy Sojan made it to the women's long jump final on an ordinary day for the Indians in the World University Games, in Berlin, on Monday.

$18.3M Payday: Inside ATP's biggest-ever player bonus

$18.3M Payday: Inside ATP's biggest-ever player bonus

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The bonus amount, a 177% increase on the previous season's payout, will be distributed to players based on performance at the nine ATP 1000 tournaments, which rank just below the four Grand Slams in prestige.

Radhakrishnan's VP role signals BJP's South, OBC push

Radhakrishnan's VP role signals BJP's South, OBC push

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan, with strong roots in the RSS and BJP, has been elected as the 15th Vice President of India. His rich political and administrative experience will be valuable as the Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.

Osaka shimmers to set up last-16 Gauff meet

Osaka shimmers to set up last-16 Gauff meet

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

'I'm pleased. It's not a journey I pictured, but I'm glad to be living it.'

Delhi HC protects Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights

Delhi HC protects Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Delhi high court has protected the personality rights of Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, restraining websites and online platforms from illegally using his name or images for commercial gain without his consent.

Djokovic: The last of tennis' legendary Big Four

Djokovic: The last of tennis' legendary "Big Four"

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Former world number one Novak Djokovic, the last surviving member of tennis' "Big Four", said he does not plan on stopping any time soon but admitted that the retirement of rivals Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafa Nadal has been overwhelming.

Ex-VP Dhankhar moves to INLD leader Abhay Chautala's Delhi farmhouse

Ex-VP Dhankhar moves to INLD leader Abhay Chautala's Delhi farmhouse

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Former Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar has moved to a private farmhouse in Delhi after resigning from his post. He will stay there until he is allocated an official residence.

PIX: Djokovic scripts history; Alcaraz dances into quarters

PIX: Djokovic scripts history; Alcaraz dances into quarters

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Novak Djokovic became the oldest man to reach the quarter-finals at all four Grand Slams in a single season.

PIX: Swiatek downs Paolini to win first Cincinnati Open title

PIX: Swiatek downs Paolini to win first Cincinnati Open title

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Iga Swiatek captured her first Cincinnati Open title on Monday by beating Jasmine Paolini in straight sets.

Zverev sharpens mind and body as he targets US Open win

Zverev sharpens mind and body as he targets US Open win

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Speaking to reporters at Flushing Meadows, 28 year old Zverev spoke about his journey since Wimbledon and shared how he took an uncharacteristic break from his rigorous routine.

Sizzling Swiatek storms into maiden Wimbledon final

Sizzling Swiatek storms into maiden Wimbledon final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

The 35th-ranked Bencic did not do a lot wrong but was broken twice in the first set and three times in the second as a sizzling Swiatek brought her A-game to what turned into a one-sided contest.

Red alert! Bright tables cause controversy at TT Worlds

Red alert! Bright tables cause controversy at TT Worlds

Rediff.com22 May 2025

While tables in the fast-paced sport are usually blue, dark green or black, the ones at the ongoing World Table Tennis Championships in Doha are red - and many players are not happy about it.

Nagal cruises into Tampere Open semis

Nagal cruises into Tampere Open semis

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Sumit Nagal registered a straight-sets win over Argentine qualifier Nicolas Kicker.

Fernandez routs Kalinskaya for biggest win of career

Fernandez routs Kalinskaya for biggest win of career

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Leylah Fernandez earned the biggest win of her career as she beat Anna Kalinskaya in the Washington Open final on Sunday.

Olympics: Manika leads India to table tennis quarters

Olympics: Manika leads India to table tennis quarters

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Manika Batra led from the front as India prevailed over higher-ranked Romania 3-2 in a thrilling tie

Sathiyan-Akash duo wins WTT Contender title

Sathiyan-Akash duo wins WTT Contender title

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

India's Sathiyan Gnanasekaran and Akash Pal won the men's doubles title beating French pair of Leo De Nodrest and Julles Rolland in straight games in just under 22 minutes at the WTT Contender event in Lagos, Nigeria, on Saturday.

New Sports Bill: Many Positives, Some Concerns!

New Sports Bill: Many Positives, Some Concerns!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

As the National Sports Governance Bill is set to become a law, the country's national federations and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P T Usha on Tuesday welcomed the landmark policy, calling it a step in the right direction as India gears up to bid for the 2036 Olympics.

Gauff's Grand Slam Story: 10 Fast Facts You Can't Miss

Gauff's Grand Slam Story: 10 Fast Facts You Can't Miss

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Factbox on American second seed Coco Gauff, who defeated Belarusian world number one Aryna Sabalenka

Zheng beats Vekic to win historic tennis gold for China

Zheng beats Vekic to win historic tennis gold for China

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Zheng Qinwen became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal when she held off Croatia's Donna Vekic for a 6-2, 6-3 win in a tense final on Saturday.

Davis Cup: Nagal Wins Reverse Singles; Powers India Into Qualifiers

Davis Cup: Nagal Wins Reverse Singles; Powers India Into Qualifiers

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

India progressed to the Davis Cup Qualifiers for the first time ever after Sumit Nagal tamed aggressive teenager Henry Bernet in the first reverse singles to script the team's 3-1 win over Switzerland.

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This isn't just a home for the elderly. It's a place where life stories, generations, and cultures weave themselves into something quietly extraordinary, discovers Nitin Sathe.

Djokovic grateful for 'tennis mother' and 'tennis father'

Djokovic grateful for 'tennis mother' and 'tennis father'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Novak Djokovic looked back at what had shaped him as tennis's most successful male player - hardship and adversity.

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

All About Wimbledon Champion Jannik Sinner

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner beat defending champion and Spanish second seed Carlos Alcaraz to win his first Wimbledon title.

'All athletes deserve our admiration and respect'

'All athletes deserve our admiration and respect'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Sachin Tendulkar marvelled at India's rise in newer disciplines, while Abhinav Bindra paid tribute to all those who "silently carry the athletes forward" as the two icons offered their views on India's sporting growth on National Sports Day.

New jetty at Mumbai's Gateway of India gets SC nod

New jetty at Mumbai's Gateway of India gets SC nod

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a plea against the construction of a new passenger jetty and terminal at the Gateway of India in Mumbai, upholding a Bombay High Court verdict that allowed the project to proceed. The project aims to improve passenger travel between South Mumbai and other locations.

Balaji-Reyes-Varela knocked out of Wimbledon

Balaji-Reyes-Varela knocked out of Wimbledon

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Meanwhile in the boys' singles, Krish Tyagi made a first round exit with a 3-6, 3-6 defeat against Czech Republic's Jan Kumstat.

Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open as Sinner retires in final

Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open as Sinner retires in final

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Carlos Alcaraz won the Cincinnati Open after top seed Jannik Sinner retired while trailing 5-0 in the first set of their final on Monday.

'Not 100 per cent', but Sinner ready for US Open defence

'Not 100 per cent', but Sinner ready for US Open defence

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

While Jannik Sinner and French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz have won the last seven major titles between them, the Italian cautioned against complacency and pointed to the strength of competition in the ATP Tour.

Sinner-Alcaraz 'rivalry is becoming better and better'

Sinner-Alcaraz 'rivalry is becoming better and better'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Carlos Alcaraz said he could hold his head high despite being unseated from his Wimbledon throne by Jannik Sinner on Sunday and the Spaniard praised their hot rivalry for being several notches higher than the others on the men's tour.

Veteran RSS member, Radhakrishnan is called 'Modi of Tamil Nadu'

Veteran RSS member, Radhakrishnan is called 'Modi of Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A profile of C.P. Radhakrishnan, the Maharashtra Governor and former MP, who is being considered as a potential Vice President candidate. His political journey, association with RSS and Jan Sangh, and his influence in Tamil Nadu politics are highlighted.

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

US Open PIX: Mexico's Zarazua stuns Keys in first round

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Renata Zarazua, the only Mexican player in the US Open main draw, pulled off a stunning upset by beating sixth seed Madison Keys in the first round.

Wimbledon 2025: Upbeat Alcaraz Eyes A Slice Of History

Wimbledon 2025: Upbeat Alcaraz Eyes A Slice Of History

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

'I really want to win': Confident Alcaraz targets rare Wimbledon three-peat

Can Sabalenka Channel Frustration Into Title Defence?

Can Sabalenka Channel Frustration Into Title Defence?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Aryna Sabalenka returns to the US Open as the reigning champion and bookmakers' favourite, but her 2025 season has been anything but smooth sailing.

'Impossible to beat', Swiatek finds love for Wimbledon grass

'Impossible to beat', Swiatek finds love for Wimbledon grass

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

On Monday, the Polish eighth seed found her grasscourt wings to fly into the Wimbledon quarter-finals with a soaring 6-4, 6-1 victory over Danish 23rd seed Clara Tauson.

The New Girl In Varun Dhawan's Life

The New Girl In Varun Dhawan's Life

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Varun Dhawan gets a new heroine in his upcoming film, Border 2, as Medha Rana makes her big screen debut.

Venus Williams to make comeback after 16 months!

Venus Williams to make comeback after 16 months!

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

The Washington Open, a WTA 500 hardcourt tournament, will run from July 21 to 27.

Dubai Tennis: Bhambri loses in doubles semis

Dubai Tennis: Bhambri loses in doubles semis

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Yuki Bhambri and his Dutch partner Robin Hasse went down in straight sets to Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.