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Can Sinner stop Djokovic's Wimbledon charge?

Can Sinner stop Djokovic's Wimbledon charge?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Defending champion Jannik Sinner returns to Wimbledon with his aura of invincibility dented after a dominant stretch, leaving the world number one to prove he can impose his game on grass and keep the challengers led by Novak Djokovic at bay.

Wimbledon: Sinner snaps Struff's fairytale run to reach semifinals

Wimbledon: Sinner snaps Struff's fairytale run to reach semifinals

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Champion Jannik Sinner ended one of the feel-good stories at this year's Wimbledon when he tamed big-serving German warrior Jan-Lennard Struff 7-5, 7-6(4), 6-3 to reach the semifinals on Tuesday.

'Diabetes Is Not A Disease, It Is Only A Disorder. So, Don't Panic'

'Diabetes Is Not A Disease, It Is Only A Disorder. So, Don't Panic'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'Control your A, B, C and D.' 'A is A1C, keep your A1C below 7 per cent.' 'B is blood pressure, so keep your blood pressure at 130/ 80 or at least below 140/ 90.' 'C is cholesterol. The bad cholesterol is the LDL cholesterol, and it should be kept below 100, preferably below 70 or 50.' 'D is discipline like diet, exercise, sleep, no smoking, etc.' 'People with diabetes who follow A, B, C and D can live up to even 100 years of age without any complications.'

Indian Tennis Player Rutuja Bhosale Criticises Line Calls at Billie Jean King Cup

Indian Tennis Player Rutuja Bhosale Criticises Line Calls at Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Rutuja Bhosale voices her frustration over line calls during the Billie Jean King Cup, while Captain Vishal Uppal reflects on India's performance and looks ahead to the match against Mongolia.

Naomi Osaka's 'Kill Bill' Kimono Outfit Turns Heads At Wimbledon

Naomi Osaka's 'Kill Bill' Kimono Outfit Turns Heads At Wimbledon

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Naomi Osaka walked onto Court 3 in an all-white kimono, the traditional national dress of Japan, paired with a traditional kanzashi hair ornament, before unveiling a white Nike dress.

Wimbledon Boosts Prize Money By 20% To Record 64.2 Million

Wimbledon Boosts Prize Money By 20% To Record 64.2 Million

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Wimbledon has announced a record 64.2 million prize money pot for this year's championships, a 20% increase from last year, marking the biggest annual rise in its history. This significant boost comes amidst growing demands from players for a larger share of Grand Slam revenues, with increases across all rounds and a substantial rise for singles champions and first-round losers.

IOA Confirms Smaller Contingent For Glasgow Commonwealth Games

IOA Confirms Smaller Contingent For Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) CEO Raghuram Iyer announced that India will send 125-130 athletes to the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, participating in eight able-bodied and four para sports. The IOA is also preparing for the Asian Games and is in talks with the IOC for India's 2036 Olympic bid in Ahmedabad, which is also set to host the 2030 CWG. Iyer clarified that the IOA will not interfere in athlete selection matters.

Wimbledon: Djokovic mauls Tsitsipas to storm into Round 3

Wimbledon: Djokovic mauls Tsitsipas to storm into Round 3

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Novak Djokovic turned his Centre Court clash against Stefanos Tsitsipas -- a player he has twice beaten in Grand Slam finals -- into an exhibition.

20 Double Faults, 3 Points: 'Worst Ever' Tennis Debut Goes Viral

20 Double Faults, 3 Points: 'Worst Ever' Tennis Debut Goes Viral

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Hajar Abdelkader, competing under an Egyptian flag, appeared unfamiliar with how to play the sport, landing fewer than one in 10 first serves and needing her opponent to direct her to the correct side of the court.

Wimbledon 2026: Fery shocks Cobolli, sets up semifinal clash with Zverev

Wimbledon 2026: Fery shocks Cobolli, sets up semifinal clash with Zverev

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Britain's Arthur Fery became only the fourth wildcard to reach the men's singles semifinals at a Grand Slam as his dream Wimbledon run continued with a 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-0 victory over Italian ninth seed Flavio Cobolli on Wednesday.

Sabalenka's plea fails as pet dogs remain off limits at Wimbledon

Sabalenka's plea fails as pet dogs remain off limits at Wimbledon

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

The All England Club permits service dogs and "certified assistance" dogs on its grounds, but pet dogs are not allowed, meaning players who regularly travel with their furry friends must leave them elsewhere during the grasscourt Grand Slam.

Rafael Nadal opens up about health risks during career

Rafael Nadal opens up about health risks during career

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam champion, has revealed the immense health risks he took to prolong his tennis career, battling a chronic foot injury and other complications.

Delhi Secures Hosting Rights For 2027 World School Championships

Delhi Secures Hosting Rights For 2027 World School Championships

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

The Delhi government has signed a tripartite MoU with the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) and the International School Sport Federation (ISF) to host international school badminton and wrestling events in 2027. This initiative aims to strengthen Delhi's sports ecosystem, provide young athletes with international exposure, and bolster India's global sporting identity.

Tennis Meets Fashion at AO: Who Wore It Best?

Tennis Meets Fashion at AO: Who Wore It Best?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Check out what the players are wearing at this year's Australian Open.

Trump to present trophy at 2026 FIFA World Cup final, says Infantino

Trump to present trophy at 2026 FIFA World Cup final, says Infantino

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

US President Donald Trump will be on hand to present the World Cup final trophy on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday.

Djokovic Pranks Ball Girl; Challenges Rory McIlroy To Jacket Swap

Djokovic Pranks Ball Girl; Challenges Rory McIlroy To Jacket Swap

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Novak Djokovic pranked an unsuspecting ball girl by crying out in pain as she followed his orders to cut off some black tape from his right shoulder with a pair of scissors.

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic send title warning with contrasting wins

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic send title warning with contrasting wins

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Jannik Sinner's Wimbledon title defence gathered pace on Friday as the world number one swept aside American Jenson Brooksby 6-4 6-3 6-4 to enter the fourth round and reinforce his status as the man to beat at the All England Club.

Tennis fans can win $6.71 million at Australian Open

Tennis fans can win $6.71 million at Australian Open

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Tennis fans in Australia could win A$10 million ($6.71 million) by correctly predicting every match winner at the Australian Open.

Djokovic prevails in longest Wimbledon quarter-final; sets up Sinner clash

Djokovic prevails in longest Wimbledon quarter-final; sets up Sinner clash

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set thriller lasting over five hours to reach his eighth consecutive Wimbledon semi-final, setting a new record.

Chaufla And Nandal Dominate All India Racketlon Open

Chaufla And Nandal Dominate All India Racketlon Open

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Vikramaditya Chaufla and Sidharth Nandal emerged as top performers at the All India Racketlon Open in Mumbai, securing multiple medals. Chaufla won two golds and a silver, while Nandal bagged two golds, showcasing their prowess in the multi-racket sport.

Sports Ministry Imposes Strict Medal-Focused Criteria For Asian Games Contingent

Sports Ministry Imposes Strict Medal-Focused Criteria For Asian Games Contingent

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

The Sports Ministry, led by Mansukh Mandaviya, has announced stringent selection criteria for the upcoming Asian Games, capping the contingent at 600 athletes. The policy prioritises medal prospects, stating that the Games are not for "exposure tours" or securing jobs. This includes a "realistic chance of winning a medal" and being in the top six continental rankings. The ministry will scrutinise recommendations from National Sports Federations, with specific cases like equestrian Anush Agarwalla and table tennis player Manika Batra highlighting the new approach.

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 Zverev is happy to face Cobolli in French Open final

Why Zverev is happy to face Cobolli in French Open final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Alexander Zverev's French Open final against Flavio Cobolli will carry a personal twist, after their friendship grew at the Laver Cup and the support of the Italian's father in difficult moments on tour deepened ties heading into Sunday's showdown.

'Crazy to play Serena': Maya Joint relishes dream Wimbledon clash

'Crazy to play Serena': Maya Joint relishes dream Wimbledon clash

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Serena Williams returns to Wimbledon for the first time since 2022, with fans eagerly awaiting the seven-time champion's comeback as she faces Australian teenager Maya Joint in a blockbuster first-round clash.

Shelton stuns Fritz to claim first-ever grass court crown

Shelton stuns Fritz to claim first-ever grass court crown

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

American tennis player Ben Shelton defeated Taylor Fritz to win the Stuttgart Open, marking his first career title on grass. This victory is Shelton's sixth overall and third this season, placing him alongside Jannik Sinner for most titles in 2024.

Vekic denies Raducanu dream title at Queen's

Vekic denies Raducanu dream title at Queen's

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Croatia's Donna Vekic resisted a gutsy fightback by Emma Raducanu in front of a partisan crowd to claim the Queen's Club title with a 6-0, 7-6(6) win in a high-quality final on Sunday.

Wimbledon: Swiatek overcomes Pliskova; Anisimova battles past Kenin

Wimbledon: Swiatek overcomes Pliskova; Anisimova battles past Kenin

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Defending champion Iga Swiatek eased past former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova to reach the Wimbledon third round, while Amanda Anisimova battled back to defeat Sofia Kenin in a hard-fought all-American contest.

Serena Williams eyeing Wimbledon return?

Serena Williams eyeing Wimbledon return?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Tennis legend Serena Williams made a winning return to competitive tennis at the Queen's Club WTA event, nearly four years after her last match.

Indian Men's Hockey Team Crushes Arch-Rivals Pakistan 7-1 In London

Indian Men's Hockey Team Crushes Arch-Rivals Pakistan 7-1 In London

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

The Indian men's hockey team delivered a commanding performance, defeating arch-rivals Pakistan 7-1 in the FIH Pro League's London leg. After conceding an early goal, India rallied with seven unanswered goals from multiple players, showcasing strong offensive and defensive play, with Hardik Singh named Player of the Match.

Olympian Jennifer Paes, Mother Of Leander Paes, Passes Away At 72

Olympian Jennifer Paes, Mother Of Leander Paes, Passes Away At 72

Rediff.com18 May 2026

Former India basketball captain and Olympian Jennifer Paes, mother of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away on Sunday after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was 72.

All Eyes on Sinner, Sabalenka at Wimbledon

All Eyes on Sinner, Sabalenka at Wimbledon

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

Wimbledon begins on Monday, with defending champion Jannik Sinner chasing a fifth Grand Slam title and women's top seed Aryna Sabalenka chasing her first major of the year.

President Murmu Confers 2nd Round of Padma Awards

President Murmu Confers 2nd Round of Padma Awards

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

President Droupadi Murmu presented the honours to eminent personalities and posthumous awardees for their exceptional contributions.

Wimbledon 2026: Injured Chwalinska suffers first-round exit; Andreeva, Sabalenka cruise

Wimbledon 2026: Injured Chwalinska suffers first-round exit; Andreeva, Sabalenka cruise

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

French Open runner-up Maja Chwalinska crashed out of Wimbledon in the opening round following a 2-6, 7-5, 6-2 loss to Thai qualifier Mananchaya Sawangkaew on Monday after the Pole fell and hurt herself while on match point.

'I am an entertainer': Naomi Osaka's Eiffel Tower Look Lights Up French Open

'I am an entertainer': Naomi Osaka's Eiffel Tower Look Lights Up French Open

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Japanese player Naomi Osaka raised the fashion stakes in Paris on the third day of the Grand Slam when she walked onto Court Suzanne Lenglen in a black Kevin Germanier skirt, before unveiling her layered yellow-brown and gold Nike match dress.

SAI And University Of Tsukuba Sign MoU For Sports Development

SAI And University Of Tsukuba Sign MoU For Sports Development

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan's University of Tsukuba to facilitate specialised training and exchange programmes for Indian athletes, coaches, and sports scientists. This partnership aims to enhance cooperation in various sports-related fields and boost India's international competitiveness, especially in disciplines like athletics, archery, table tennis, swimming, and judo.

Kostyuk wins all-Ukrainian thriller at French Open

Kostyuk wins all-Ukrainian thriller at French Open

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Marta Kostyuk defeated Elina Svitolina in an emotional all-Ukrainian match at the French Open, dedicating her victory to the Ukrainian people.

Cerundolo outlasts Paul, makes history at Queen's Club

Cerundolo outlasts Paul, makes history at Queen's Club

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Seventh seed Francisco Cerundolo out-lasted American Tommy Paul in a gruelling Queen's Club final to claim the biggest title of his career on Sunday, winning 6-7(4). 6-4. 6-3.

Emotional Wawrinka bows out of final French Open with loss to De Jong

Emotional Wawrinka bows out of final French Open with loss to De Jong

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Swiss Stan Wawrinka made his final French Open appearance in a 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 loss to Dutchman Jesper de Jong on Monday before departing Roland Garros to a standing ovation and loud applause that reflected the enduring affection for the 2015 champion.

Sriram Balaji, Yuki Bhambri Advance In French Open Doubles

Sriram Balaji, Yuki Bhambri Advance In French Open Doubles

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian tennis players N Sriram Balaji and Yuki Bhambri secured victories in the first round of the French Open men's doubles, advancing to the next stage with their respective partners.

Beyond soccer... Cricket finds a home in Houston

Beyond soccer... Cricket finds a home in Houston

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

World Cup fever has gripped Houston, but across the city the unmistakable sound of leather ball on willow bat can be heard as baseball mounds give way to cricket pitches and the gentleman's game begins to take hold in Texas.