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Comeback Queen: Why Serena Williams Is Returning To Tennis At 44

Comeback Queen: Why Serena Williams Is Returning To Tennis At 44

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Serena Williams is set to make a comeback to competitive tennis after a nearly four-year absence, receiving a wildcard entry into the Queen's Club Championships doubles draw.

Abdominal Injury Forces Joao Fonseca Out Of US Open

Abdominal Injury Forces Joao Fonseca Out Of US Open

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Brazilian tennis sensation Joao Fonseca has announced his withdrawal from the upcoming US Open due to an abdominal injury.

Karen Khachanov makes US Open semi-finals after Alexander Blockx retires

Karen Khachanov makes US Open semi-finals after Alexander Blockx retires

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Karen Khachanov has advanced to the U.S. Open semi-finals after his opponent, Alexander Blockx, retired due to injury. Blockx, who was already battling a rib injury, was visibly hampered by further physical issues during the match. Khachanov expressed his happiness at reaching the semi-finals and wished Blockx a speedy recovery. This marks Khachanov's first Grand Slam semi-final appearance since the 2023 Australian Open.

India 0-2 down: Davis Cup Final 8 hopes on the brink

India 0-2 down: Davis Cup Final 8 hopes on the brink

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

India's Davis Cup Final 8 aspirations are in peril after losing both singles matches to Korea in their Qualifier tie. Dhakshineswar Suresh and Sumit Nagal both squandered promising starts, leaving India trailing 0-2 and needing to win all three remaining matches to advance.

Rybakina: US Open final against Sabalenka 'another chance to test myself'

Rybakina: US Open final against Sabalenka 'another chance to test myself'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Elena Rybakina is set to challenge defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open final, viewing the high-stakes match as a crucial opportunity to test her capabilities against a formidable rival without succumbing to undue pressure.

Sabalenka smells something strange as cannabis disrupts US Open match

Sabalenka smells something strange as cannabis disrupts US Open match

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Aryna Sabalenka briefly halted her US Open match after a strong cannabis smell drifted onto court, creating a bizarre interruption during her commanding third-round start against Kamilla Rakhimova.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Serena-Venus Williams get another shot at US Open glory

Serena-Venus Williams get another shot at US Open glory

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Tennis legends Serena and Venus Williams have been granted a women's doubles wildcard entry for the upcoming U.S. Open, marking their return to the tournament as a pair after Serena's previous farewell.

Linda Noskova plans to 'get drunk' in New York after heartbreaking US Open loss

Linda Noskova plans to 'get drunk' in New York after heartbreaking US Open loss

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Linda Noskova, the Wimbledon champion, plans to 'get drunk' and enjoy New York after her agonising US Open quarter-final defeat to world number one Aryna Sabalenka, a match where she came 'agonisingly close' to a stunning upset.

Ready For The World Humanoid Robot Games?

Ready For The World Humanoid Robot Games?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Glimpses of humanoid robots training across soccer, table tennis and other events ahead of the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.

US Open PIX: Qualifier Zheng's stunning fightback sends Swiatek packing

US Open PIX: Qualifier Zheng's stunning fightback sends Swiatek packing

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Chinese qualifier Zheng Qinwen stunned six-time major champion Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-3 after recovering from 0-5 down, extending her remarkable US Open comeback into the quarter-finals.

Football Administrator Ranjit Bajaj Challenges AIFF Election Deferment In Court

Football Administrator Ranjit Bajaj Challenges AIFF Election Deferment In Court

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Football administrator Ranjit Bajaj has filed a writ petition in court, seeking directions for the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to immediately schedule and complete elections for its Executive Committee. Bajaj argues that the AIFF has already adopted a compliant constitution, making further deferment unjustified.

Coco Gauff saves two match-points to beat Mirra Andreeva and make US Open semis

Coco Gauff saves two match-points to beat Mirra Andreeva and make US Open semis

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Coco Gauff staged a remarkable comeback at the US Open, saving two match points to defeat Mirra Andreeva 2-6 7-6(7) 6-2 and secure her spot in the semi-finals. The 2023 champion overcame a poor start and a challenging tiebreak to win, setting up a clash with second seed Elena Rybakina.

US Open PIX: Pegula trumps Navarro in 'Battle of the Billionaires' to enter semis

US Open PIX: Pegula trumps Navarro in 'Battle of the Billionaires' to enter semis

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Jessica Pegula defeated Emma Navarro 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 in an all-American US Open quarter-final dubbed the 'Battle of the Billionaires', securing her spot in the semi-finals for the third consecutive year.

Frances Tiafoe stages epic comeback to defeat Alex Michelsen and enter semis

Frances Tiafoe stages epic comeback to defeat Alex Michelsen and enter semis

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Frances Tiafoe mounted a stunning comeback at the U.S. Open, recovering from two sets and a break down to defeat fellow American Alex Michelsen in a thrilling five-set match, securing his spot in the semi-finals.

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis Circuit

How Maaya Revathy Is Preparing For Senior Tennis Circuit

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy is strategically balancing junior and professional tournaments as she prepares to transition to the senior circuit. Training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, the 16-year-old aims to build confidence and secure a strong junior ranking before fully committing to professional events.

Alcaraz Vomited Before Crashing Out Of US Open

Alcaraz Vomited Before Crashing Out Of US Open

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Carlos Alcaraz left fans stunned after appearing to vomit into his towel during his US Open clash with Ben Shelton.

Pegula praises 'great competitor' Cirstea after making US Open quarters

Pegula praises 'great competitor' Cirstea after making US Open quarters

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

American tennis star Jessica Pegula defeated Sorana Cirstea in straight sets (6-3, 6-4) to advance to the U.S. Open quarter-finals. This victory keeps Pegula's hopes alive for her first major title, while Cirstea made her final Grand Slam appearance before retirement. Pegula will now compete for a spot in her third consecutive U.S. Open semi-final.

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Top tennis players, including Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff, are threatening to boycott the French Open due to dissatisfaction with the current prize money distribution, claiming a lack of respect and a decreasing share of tournament revenue.

US Open: Champion Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova Off To Smashing Starts

US Open: Champion Sabalenka, Swiatek, Anisimova Off To Smashing Starts

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Aryna Sabalenka began her quest for a third successive US Open title with a dominant win against Colombia's Camila Osorio.

Rybakina beats qualifier Zheng to reach US Open semis and rise to No. 1

Rybakina beats qualifier Zheng to reach US Open semis and rise to No. 1

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Second seed Elena Rybakina ended Chinese qualifier Zheng Qinwen's stirring US Open run with a 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory on Wednesday, advancing to the semi-finals and securing the world number one ranking for the first time.

Ukrainian stars Kostyuk, Svitolina make strong starts at US Open

Ukrainian stars Kostyuk, Svitolina make strong starts at US Open

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Ukrainian tennis players Marta Kostyuk and Elina Svitolina both secured dominant victories in their opening matches at the U.S. Open, with Kostyuk defeating Storm Hunter and Svitolina overcoming Solana Sierra.

Berrettini spoils Wawrinka's Grand Slams farewell

Berrettini spoils Wawrinka's Grand Slams farewell

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Former champion Stan Wawrinka lost to Italy's Matteo Berrettini in the first round of the US Open, marking the end of the 41-year-old Swiss national's Grand Slam career before his retirement at the end of the season.

US Open Roundup: Gauff keeps going as Fritz, Keys suffer shock exits

US Open Roundup: Gauff keeps going as Fritz, Keys suffer shock exits

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev and Coco Gauff secured their spots in the fourth round of the U.S. Open, while Naomi Osaka overcame a tough challenge. However, several prominent American players, including Taylor Fritz, Madison Keys, and Amanda Anisimova, experienced early exits, disappointing home fans at Flushing Meadows.

US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money

US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

The US Open has announced a record $108 million in prize money for this year's tournament, the largest purse in tennis history.

'King Richard' to US Open: Thea Frodin Follows Serena's Dream

'King Richard' to US Open: Thea Frodin Follows Serena's Dream

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Five years after playing young Serena Williams' tennis double in 'King Richard', 17-year-old Thea Frodin makes her US Open main-draw debut against Elena Rybakina.

US Open PIX: Zverev demolishes Khachanov, meets Shelton in final

US Open PIX: Zverev demolishes Khachanov, meets Shelton in final

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in a hard-fought US Open semi-final, winning in three sets. This victory propels him to his sixth major final and second at Flushing Meadows, marking a significant achievement in his career.

Maharashtra's Tulsani, Karnataka's Kalbhairav Shine At National Ranking TT

Maharashtra's Tulsani, Karnataka's Kalbhairav Shine At National Ranking TT

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Prateek Tulsani of Maharashtra clinched the U-15 boys' title, while Tanishka Kalbhairav of Karnataka secured the U-11 girls' title at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships. Tulsani delivered a commanding performance, whereas Kalbhairav showed remarkable resilience to win her final.

Emma Navarro sends seventh seed Karolina Muchova packing from US Open

Emma Navarro sends seventh seed Karolina Muchova packing from US Open

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Emma Navarro, the 26th seed, achieved her third top-10 victory of the year by defeating seventh seed Karolina Muchova 6-3, 7-5 at the U.S. Open. Navarro's strong baseline play and Muchova's struggles with unforced errors contributed to the upset, propelling Navarro into the fourth round.

Zverev survives Tabilo scare to reach US Open round 16

Zverev survives Tabilo scare to reach US Open round 16

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Top seed Alexander Zverev defeated Alejandro Tabilo 6-2 7-6(2) 6-2 to advance to the fourth round of the U.S. Open. After a dip in form during the second set, Zverev regained control to secure his victory and set up a clash with Luciano Darderi.

Manush Shah: UTT success provides 'perfect platform' for Asian Games

Manush Shah: UTT success provides 'perfect platform' for Asian Games

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

India's top paddler Manush Shah believes the Butterfly Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) campaign has significantly boosted team chemistry and momentum, providing a 'perfect platform' for the upcoming Asian Games.

Tiafoe Keeps American Hopes Of Men's Champion Alive At US Open

Tiafoe Keeps American Hopes Of Men's Champion Alive At US Open

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

American tennis star Frances Tiafoe defeated Japanese qualifier Rei Sakamoto in straight sets (6-3, 7-6(2), 7-5) to secure his spot in the third round of the U.S. Open. Tiafoe, a leading American contender, is aiming to end a 23-year drought for a home men's champion at the tournament, feeding off the energy of the partisan crowd.

India's Campaign Ends At World Table Tennis Championships

India's Campaign Ends At World Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com6 May 2026

India's campaign at the World Table Tennis Team Championships concluded with the women's team losing to the USA and the men's team losing to Austria.

Zverev survives Halys challenge to advance to Round 3 at US Open

Zverev survives Halys challenge to advance to Round 3 at US Open

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Alexander Zverev, the top seed and French Open champion, endured another gruelling five-set match at the US Open, defeating Quentin Halys 6-4, 4-6, 7-6(3), 6-7(3), 6-3 to advance to the third round.

US Open PIX: Elena Rybakina overcomes Gauff; to face Aryna Sabalenka in final

US Open PIX: Elena Rybakina overcomes Gauff; to face Aryna Sabalenka in final

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Elena Rybakina overpowered Coco Gauff in a fierce US Open semi-final on Thursday to secure a title showdown with defending champion Aryna Sabalenka.

WTA urged to drop 'discriminatory' sex-testing policy

WTA urged to drop 'discriminatory' sex-testing policy

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

The Sport & Rights Alliance has urged the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) to abandon its new sex-testing policy, labelling it a 'discriminatory measure' that will cause 'stigmatisation and trauma' for women and girls.

Taylor Fritz Continues Strong US Open Run With Easy Win Over Mattia Bellucci

Taylor Fritz Continues Strong US Open Run With Easy Win Over Mattia Bellucci

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Taylor Fritz delivered a commanding performance at the US Open, defeating Mattia Bellucci 6-0, 6-1, 6-1 to reach the third round without dropping a set. The ninth seed is looking to end a 23-year American wait for a men's Grand Slam singles champion and expressed confidence in his aggressive play. He will next face Francisco Cerundolo.

Tamil Nadu Government Funds Chennai Open's Return

Tamil Nadu Government Funds Chennai Open's Return

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

The Chennai Open, a WTA 250 tennis tournament, is scheduled to return in November after the Tamil Nadu government allocated Rs 10 crore for its conduct. The event, which was absent in 2023 and 2024, will be held at the SDAT Tennis Stadium.

US Open PIX: Home crowd spurs Shelton past Hurkacz to third round

US Open PIX: Home crowd spurs Shelton past Hurkacz to third round

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

American tennis player Ben Shelton secured a hard-fought victory against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz in the U.S. Open third round. Shelton, an eighth seed, was buoyed by a supportive home crowd in New York as he overcame a challenging match, winning 6-3 5-7 7-6(3) 7-5. This win keeps his hopes alive for ending a long U.S. men's major title drought.

Former player Rashid Khan takes a dig at Aaqib Javed over Pakistan's cricket chaos

Former player Rashid Khan takes a dig at Aaqib Javed over Pakistan's cricket chaos

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Former Pakistan all-rounder Rashid Khan has sarcastically suggested that senior selector Aaqib Javed be made the non-playing captain for all formats, following Javed's public criticism of the team's captain, coaches, and player selections. Khan expressed anguish over the current state of Pakistan cricket and questioned the PCB chairman's actions regarding player morale.