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Hungarian tennis player gets threats to lose match

Hungarian tennis player gets threats to lose match

Rediff.com3 days ago

Hungarian tennis player Panna Udvardy said she received threats targeting her family during a tournament in Antalya and reported the matter to the WTA and Turkish police.

Why Djokovic exited Professional Tennis Players Association

Why Djokovic exited Professional Tennis Players Association

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Novak Djokovic said he would step away completely from the Professional Tennis Players Association, citing concerns over transparency and governance within the organisation.

Sabalenka announces engagement to businessman Georgios Frangulis

Sabalenka announces engagement to businessman Georgios Frangulis

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka announced her engagement to Georgios Frangulis ahead of the Indian Wells tournament, where the World No. 1 will return to action from an extended break after losing the Australian Open final in January.

War Fallout: UAE Challenger Halted; Medvedev, Rublev Delayed

War Fallout: UAE Challenger Halted; Medvedev, Rublev Delayed

Rediff.com7 days ago

Travel disruptions following airspace closures in the Gulf have forced Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev to miss an Indian Wells exhibition, while an ATP Challenger in Fujairah was cancelled amid security concerns.

Sabalenka, Gauff back 'rage room' concept for venting anger

Sabalenka, Gauff back 'rage room' concept for venting anger

Rediff.com6 days ago

Aryna Sabalenka likes the idea of 'rage rooms' at tournaments where players can vent their frustrations away from the cameras, though the World No. 1 said there would be nothing left to destroy after she uses it.

Vaishnavi Adkar Joins India's Billie Jean King Cup Squad

Vaishnavi Adkar Joins India's Billie Jean King Cup Squad

Rediff.com7 days ago

Vaishnavi Adkar, following her recent success, has been selected for the Indian team participating in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie.

Lovlina Borgohain Sports Arena Opens in Lakhimpur

Lovlina Borgohain Sports Arena Opens in Lakhimpur

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Olympic bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain was honoured with a stadium named after her in Lakhimpur, Assam.

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Prakash Padukone, Yuvraj, Paes For Gavaskar's Charity Golf Event

Rediff.com7 days ago

A star-studded charity golf event, organised by Sunil Gavaskar's CHAMPS Foundation, will feature cricket legends and other sporting icons to support former Indian athletes facing hardship.

'Are we animals in a zoo?' Swiatek rages at AO 2026

'Are we animals in a zoo?' Swiatek rages at AO 2026

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

World number two Iga Swiatek joined a growing chorus of players demanding more privacy off the courts at the Australian Open after cameras captured Coco Gauff in a post-match meltdown that the American said should have been a personal moment.

Australian Open 2026: Rafa Nadal Back at Melbourne Park

Australian Open 2026: Rafa Nadal Back at Melbourne Park

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Rafael Nadal returned to Melbourne not as a competitor this time, but as a supporter -- backing fellow Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz ahead of the Australian Open final.

Is Serena Williams Planning A Comeback?

Is Serena Williams Planning A Comeback?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Serena Williams fuels comeback speculation with TV interview

My eyes are on bringing Olympics to India: Leander Paes

My eyes are on bringing Olympics to India: Leander Paes

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Leander Paes outlines his vision for improving Indian tennis, nurturing young talent, and advocating for India to host the Olympic Games, while also praising the Indian Davis Cup team and Smriti Mandhana's achievements.

AO 2026: 'Djokovic, what you're doing is really inspiring'

AO 2026: 'Djokovic, what you're doing is really inspiring'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Carlos Alcaraz praised Novak Djokovic as an inspiration and gave a shout-out to compatriot Rafa Nadal after downing the Serbian great in four sets on Sunday to claim his first Australian Open title.

Why tennis player Radhika Yadav was killed by her father

Why tennis player Radhika Yadav was killed by her father

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Deepak Yadav confessed that he shot at his daughter Radhika because he was often taunted for living off her income.

Leander Paes swings into golf, eyes Olympic gold

Leander Paes swings into golf, eyes Olympic gold

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Leander Paes has partnered with Indian Golf Union (IGU), Professional Golfers' Association of India (PGAI) and The Gold Foundation (TGF) to build a pipeline of emerging golf talent in the country.

Sinner rues missed chances as Djokovic halts his AO reign

Sinner rues missed chances as Djokovic halts his AO reign

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Jannik Sinner admits the Australian Open semi-final loss to Novak Djokovic hurt, but says he was not surprised by the 10-time champion's level after a gripping five-set battle.

Tennis player shot dead by father in Gurugram

Tennis player shot dead by father in Gurugram

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Radhika Yadav had made a steady mark in the ITF circuit, having broken into the top 200 in doubles, with a respectable ITF doubles ranking of 113.

Davis Cup: Why Bengaluru conditions could shock Netherlands

Davis Cup: Why Bengaluru conditions could shock Netherlands

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

When India and the Netherlands walk out for their Davis Cup tie in Bengaluru this weekend, they won't just be competing against each other but also negotiating one of tennis's most demanding variables: altitude.

Marty Supreme Review: Timothee Chalamet Is Supreme

Marty Supreme Review: Timothee Chalamet Is Supreme

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Marty Supreme is anchored by a stunning lead performance from Timothee Chalamet, applauds Mayur Sanap.

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday Special: Age, Stats, Goals and Net Worth Details

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday Special: Age, Stats, Goals and Net Worth Details

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo birthday special coverage: Check Cristiano Ronaldo age, stats, total goals, career records, trophies and net worth details.

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Where You Can Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

You can watch some of the Oscar nominated films on OTT.

Neeraj Chopra's 2025: A year of new highs and rare blemish

Neeraj Chopra's 2025: A year of new highs and rare blemish

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

India's 'golden boy' Neeraj Chopra's stellar 2025: From touching 90m mark to heartbreaking 26-event streak end

Record Aussie Open prize money but stars want more

Record Aussie Open prize money but stars want more

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

The Australian Open will offer a record A$111.5 million ($74.73 million) in prize money this year and while players welcomed the increase, top names like Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka said the push for a bigger payout must continue across the Grand Slams.

What did Modi discuss with Neeraj Chopra?

What did Modi discuss with Neeraj Chopra?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra and his wife Himani Mor at his official residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Federer hails Sincaraz rivalry as new era of men's tennis

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'I've practised with both of them a little bit and they're incredible ball strikers. There's more to come, I hope they stay injury-free.'

Alcaraz and Sinner drop big doubles hint

Alcaraz and Sinner drop big doubles hint

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

As Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner prepare for their season-opening exhibition match in Incheon, the world's top two men's tennis players floated the prospect of one day playing together in a doubles tournament.

Alcaraz beats Sinner in perfect Aus Open warm-up

Alcaraz beats Sinner in perfect Aus Open warm-up

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Carlos Alcaraz beat his great rival Jannik Sinner 7-5, 7-6(8) to win their Hyundai Card Super Match exhibition event in Incheon, South Korea, on Saturday that marked the start of the season for the world's top two men's tennis players.

American Fritz to headline $1 million MGM Slam in Las Vegas

American Fritz to headline $1 million MGM Slam in Las Vegas

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The event comes at a time when tennis is facing criticism over its relentless tour schedule.

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Chopra focussing on rehabilitation of his back injury, season opener not known yet: Sumariwalla

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Wawrinka to retire in 2026 after 24-year pro career

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Stanislas Wawrinka will hang up his racquet at the end of 2026, the three-times Grand Slam champion announced on Friday, bringing down the curtain on a 24-year professional career that saw him gatecrash tennis's elite during the sport's golden era.

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

ITTF Youth Worlds: Divyanshi clinches U-15 bronze

ITTF Youth Worlds: Divyanshi clinches U-15 bronze

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Divyanshi bags U15 TT bronze, U19 boys' team settles for silver

Denied China visa, Nagal seeks embassy's help

Denied China visa, Nagal seeks embassy's help

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

He was scheduled to travel to Chengdu to compete in the Australian Open Playoff event, which will give the regional players a main-draw entry into the 2026 Australian Open.

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.

Why 2025 Became a Defining Year for Women's Sport

Why 2025 Became a Defining Year for Women's Sport

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

A deafening roar at Twickenham capped a 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup that smashed attendance records, while India's first Women's Cricket World Cup triumph sparked nationwide celebrations.

Critics Choice Awards: The BIG Winners

Critics Choice Awards: The BIG Winners

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

The Critics Choice Awards was held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica and saw Hollywood's A-listers get honoured at the first awards ceremony of the year.

Djokovic's Tearful Tribute To 'Tennis Father' Pilic

Djokovic's Tearful Tribute To 'Tennis Father' Pilic

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'He was my tennis father as I like to call him, someone who has played a fundamental, integral role in my development as a tennis player and as a human being.'

Alcaraz and Sinner carve up the Slams in a gripping 2025

Alcaraz and Sinner carve up the Slams in a gripping 2025

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

While off-court battles over pay and governance rumbled on, opportunities were scarce beyond the duopoly at the top of the men's game, leaving Djokovic to provide the year's standout moments for the chasing pack.

2025 Review: Neeraj crosses 90m amid India's doping woes

2025 Review: Neeraj crosses 90m amid India's doping woes

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The country also mounted bids on some high-profile continental and global events, including the 2031 World Athletics Championships with Ahmedabad as the proposed venue.

Chinese ministry intervenes in Nagal's plea for visa

Chinese ministry intervenes in Nagal's plea for visa

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Nagal should apply for visa with required materials: Chinese Foreign Ministry